Jennifer Bates

The board meeting agenda included the ratification of high school equivalency diploma contracts, credit-based high school programs, and various business, industry, and government contracts. Key items also featured financial reports, personnel updates, and program special circumstances. The board addressed the 2026-27 contract service rates, the community services tuition rate, and authorized a contract for auditing services. Additionally, the president provided an update, and information was presented regarding various college events, an upcoming board vacancy, and association updates from the District Boards Association and the Wisconsin Technical College System.

The board meeting included the recognition of an employee for outstanding contributions to employee benefits and the establishment of a volunteer committee for presidential evaluation and compensation. The board officially adopted the institution's audited financial statements. Additionally, discussions covered updates regarding an ecological assessment and restoration plan, the board's online meeting platform, and upcoming legislative summits, as well as notification of future college events and board appointment hearings.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered several agenda items, including updates on academic policies, program review processes, and the expansion of Open Educational Resources to improve access and affordability. Additionally, the Board received reports on current arts and enrichment events, the President's briefing, and information regarding upcoming board appointment hearings, student awards, and various leadership conferences. The meeting also included an executive session for discussion pursuant to state statutes, with no formal action taken upon returning to the open session.

The board meeting agenda included the ratification of various contracts, including high school equivalency diploma contracts, credit-based high school programs, and business, industry, and government agreements. Financial items such as the recap of expenses, status of college accounts, and bills payable were scheduled for review, alongside reports on employee hires and exits. The regular agenda featured a closed session, academic policy updates, a program review, and discussions on open educational resources and arts and enrichment events.

The board meeting agenda focused on various administrative and operational items, including the ratification of high school equivalency diploma contracts, credit-based high school programs, and business, industry, and government contracts. Key financial discussions encompassed expense recaps, college account statuses, operational costs, bills payable, and updates regarding the FY27 budget. The board reviewed employee hires and exits, program special circumstances, enrollment trends, and contracts at less than full cost recovery. Additionally, updates were provided on the School of University Transfer-Liberal Arts, specifically regarding program composition and artificial intelligence initiatives, as well as appointments to the Nicolet College District Board.