Laura Doane

This Strategic Plan outlines the College's long-term direction for future institutional growth and student success by maximizing resources. The plan focuses on five key areas: Educational Excellence, Student Success, Economic Vitality and Partnerships, Community Engagement, and Effective Use of Institutional Resources. It aims to achieve its mission by providing educational excellence and robust student services, supporting faculty and staff, and delivering on its unique role in the regional economy.

The agenda for this meeting involves an executive session convened under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss litigation strategy where an open session could have a detrimental impact on the public body's litigating position. The session will remain closed to the public and will not reconvene in open session following the discussion.

The Board of Trustees held a meeting that included the formal introduction of a new trustee and the recognition of an outgoing trustee for their service to the college. Discussions were held regarding recent year-end events, including graduation, the golf tournament, and employee recognition. Leadership transitions were addressed, specifically the appointment of an interim president and the role of the acting CFO. The board also focused on the presidential search process, emphasizing the necessity of engaging an executive search firm, the criteria for selecting such a firm, and the importance of adhering to board guidelines for presidential recruitment.

The board meeting agenda included reports from the Chair regarding the ACCT Leadership Congress and the approval of an Interim President, a report from the Department of Higher Education on the presidential search process, and a Finance and Personnel report covering the FY2027 budget and personnel actions. Additionally, the Foundation CEO presented a report, the Acting President shared upcoming college events, and the board conducted an executive session to discuss litigation strategy.

The meeting included an overview of the legal authority and guidelines for the presidential search, selection, appointment, and removal process. The board discussed the responsibilities of the search committee, including establishing the committee composition, preparing the position profile, and conducting the interview process. Additionally, the board noted the upcoming leadership conference and received information regarding the start date for the incoming interim president.