Ken Kershaw

The agenda includes the Treasurer's report and the approval of payment of bills. Key discussion topics involve a report from the College President, a Higher Learning Commission action, a preview of the fiscal year 2027 budget, and an informational presentation regarding Ellucian. Furthermore, several bids and contracts are up for action, including an Ellucian Colleague system upgrade, audio-visual equipment, telehealth agreement amendments, furniture for the Field to Table Institute building, and various technical educational equipment. Personnel recommendations will also be addressed.

The board received the Treasurer's report and approved the payment of bills from the operating fund. Key presentations included a report on faculty activities, an overview of recent college events and initiatives by the President, and an audit presentation confirming an unmodified result for the previous fiscal year. Action items included the approval of an inventory adjustment, the awarding of various contracts for nursing simulation equipment, audio-visual upgrades, professional design services, and furniture procurement. Additionally, the board adopted a resolution for the upcoming election and appointed a new member to fill a vacant position on the board, followed by the administration of the oath of office.

The Board of Trustees reviewed the treasurer's report and authorized payment of operating fund bills. Key actions included the acceptance of the fiscal year 2025 audit report and an amendment to the board policy manual regarding employment benefits. Several contracts and bids were approved, including services for internet, firewall license and support, property and liability insurance, an autonomous floor scrubber, and software licensing. The Board received reports on faculty activities, college operations, sabbatical outcomes, and construction projects. A conceptual plan for a new athletic field house was presented, and personnel recommendations were approved along with the 2026 board meeting schedule.

The board meeting included a review of the Treasurer's report and approval for the payment of bills from the operating fund. The Faculty Association provided updates on various faculty activities and scholarly pursuits. The College President's report highlighted an increase in the graduation rate, site evaluation for accreditation, and campus-wide community events. An informational proposal for fiscal year 2027 tuition and fees was presented, outlining proposed rate adjustments and program fee changes. Additionally, the board approved a contract for virtual reality laparoscopic training systems for the Surgical Technology Lab and accepted personnel recommendations.

The session focused on a budget update and strategic planning for the 2027 Fiscal Year.