Jul 28, 2026Board meeting
Board of Trustees of Duchess Community College Board of Trustees Meeting
The board discussed capital budget requests for the 2027-2031 period, focusing on the campus transformation plan including additions to Duchess Hall and renovations in Hudson Hall. IT infrastructure updates were presented, covering a successful laptop deployment for employees, telephone system upgrades with panic buttons, classroom technology enhancements, and a network infrastructure overhaul transitioning to Juniper switches. The academic and student affairs update touched upon master plan amendments and center of excellence progress. Several resolutions were adopted, including new policies regarding artificial intelligence, travel reimbursement, and promotion and tenure procedures.