Jennifer Obbard

The board meeting agenda included several action items such as the review of revised board policies concerning governing tenets and training, the recommendation and approval of the fiscal year 2026-27 college budget including the services and activities fee budget, and an athletic waiver increase. Constituent reports were provided by the student government, the public employees association, and the college foundation. Furthermore, the meeting featured a presentation on campus safety and institutional resilience, followed by reports from board members and the college president. An executive session was scheduled to review the performance of a public employee.

The work session included an executive session to evaluate the qualifications of an applicant for public employment or review the performance of a public employee. Additionally, the agenda covered tenure-track candidate interviews, a review of Board Policy 100.B40 and 100.B50 revisions, a presentation on digital accessibility, and a discussion regarding the development of the academic plan.

The work session included discussions on the 2026-2027 Services and Activity Fee budget and the overall 2026-2027 college budget. Additionally, the Board reviewed specific policies regarding the tenets of governing and training and development, and engaged in a discussion regarding the Aspen President and Trustee Collaborative.

The board meeting agenda included reviews of the Aspen President and Trustee Collaborative, updates to the Equity Statement board policy, and reviews of the Statement of Ethics and Ethical Values and Principles in Public Service policies. Constituent reports were provided by the Associated Students of Clark College and the Washington Public Employees Association, followed by a presentation from the Dental Hygiene program. Board members and the President delivered their reports. Additionally, the Board reviewed financial statements for the college and foundation budgets and convened an executive session to evaluate the performance of a public employee.

The Board of Trustees discussed policy updates, received reports from the Associated Students of Clark College regarding student engagement and resource distribution, and heard updates from the Washington Public Employees Association on legislative budget developments. Nursing students shared their educational experiences and future career plans. Board members provided reports on their attendance at various legislative summits and community events, while the President highlighted the successful reaffirmation of the college's accreditation, expressed concerns regarding potential state funding impacts on the college budget, and commended campus engagement initiatives.