Northwest College Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Minutes
The board discussed the GEAR UP program, a federally funded grant initiative supporting student college readiness. The Residence Life Master Plan was reviewed, focusing on building maintenance, occupancy rates, and renovation priorities. A report on Big Horn Basin High School enrollment trends was presented, noting changes in college attendance and dual-enrollment participation. The board also reviewed several operational contracts, discussed policies regarding board communications, and began planning for the upcoming fall board retreat.
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Northwest College Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting
The board conducted a budget hearing and reviewed the consent agenda, which included updates on simulator purchases, infrastructure repairs, and legislative reports on dual programs. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an overview of the Adult Education program, highlighting its services, performance metrics, and funding challenges. Additionally, the board reviewed BOCES budgets and completed a fiscal year policy update review. Announcements regarding upcoming college events and personnel changes were also shared.
Feb 9, 2026·Board meeting
Northwest College Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The board discussed several operational and strategic items, including the Green Dot initiative and the status of surveys conducted by Hanover Research. A Completion and Transfer summary was reviewed to identify student success metrics, and the final report for the Student Center project confirmed it was completed under budget and debt-free. The board approved the designation of depositories, FY2027 mandatory student fees, residence hall and apartment rates, meal plan rates, and a new course/lab fee proposal. Additionally, the board decided to table the review of Policy 1400 regarding organizational structure for further discussion.
