Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Jerry Wellman’s organization
Jul 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
John Wood Community College Board of Trustees Board Report
The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed an investment proposal, discussed the state budget's impact on college finances, and evaluated bills for payment and the purchasing card program. Additionally, the committee reviewed travel requests and discussed key board items, including the approval of the FY2027 Annual Budget, the submission of RAMP documents for the Illinois Community College Board, and a sublease agreement with the West Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging. Progress on collective bargaining negotiations and the scheduling of an appraisal for the Southeast Education Center were also addressed.
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Board of Trustees of John Wood Community College Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees reviewed various agenda items, including the introduction of new employees and the recognition of 'Blazers at their Best'. Key actions included authorizing several grant applications, such as the JWCC Cooperative Work Study Partnership, IGEN membership and LED parking lot projects, and an AI Small Business Development Initiative. The Board also approved the Fiscal Year 2027 annual budget, authorized a sublease agreement for the Southeast Education Center, adopted the college catalog, and approved revisions to Board Policy 709 and 101. Additionally, the Board adopted the school treasurer's bond and approved student account write-offs.
Jun 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Trustees of John Wood Community College Regular Meeting
The board discussed several items including the revision of Board Policy 709 concerning facility usage by organizations and the public, the presentation and approval of the tentative budget for the 2027 fiscal year, and the authorization of a School Treasurer's Bond. Additionally, the board reviewed updates on accreditation processes, strategic planning goals, and various administrative reports including committee and personnel updates.
Jun 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Executive Committee Executive Committee Report
The committee reviewed the board packet, discussed various business items requiring board approval, including the use of facilities policy, the fiscal year 2027 tentative budget resolution, school treasurer's bond adoption, student account write-offs, a sublease agreement, and the adoption of the college catalog. Additionally, the committee reviewed revisions to the mission statement policy and discussed a proposed start time adjustment for board meetings, deciding to implement this change starting in the next calendar year.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
