Leidalis Cardona

The Board of Trustees conducted a meeting that included a resolution honoring Dr. Anthony Wright. A presentation was delivered regarding the 3+1 program in partnership with Rowan University, focusing on affordability and academic pathways. The college administration provided an update on the Middles States Commission on Higher Education accreditation progress. The Board took action to adopt and affirm several college policies, including those on nepotism, ethics, and conflict of interest. Additionally, the Board approved resolutions concerning business travel, contractual agreements, personnel actions, the revision of the Fiscal Year 2026 Strengthening Career and Technical Education grant, and the establishment of contracts for Certified Nursing Assistant training services.

The Board of Trustees held a meeting where the Acting President presented an economic impact study highlighting the value of community college education for taxpayers and students. Progress regarding the Middle States Commission on Higher Education accreditation was reviewed, including an upcoming campus visit. The Board adopted several fiscal accountability and governance policies, approved the operating budget and tuition increases for the next fiscal year, and authorized capital construction funding. Additionally, the Board awarded contracts for IT managed services, hosted course management software, and health science equipment. Personnel resolutions were approved, including tenure and reappointment recommendations. Finally, the Board established new culinary and baking career certificate programs.

The Board conducted its annual reorganization, electing officers including a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Treasurer, and Secretary. Key actions included the appointment of liaisons and Board of School Estimate members, the adoption of trustee bylaws, and the approval of several resolutions, such as the engagement of an auditor, human resources broker, and legal counsel. Additionally, the Board designated official depositories and meeting dates. During the regular session, the Board addressed various committee reports, including finance, personnel, and academic matters. Actions taken included approving travel and contracts, authorizing lighting control upgrades, approving personnel actions and compensation stipends, non-renewing a specific employment contract, appointing temporary staffing vendors, and approving grant applications for college readiness and adult transition initiatives.

The Board reviewed and considered resolutions regarding business-related travel and contract approvals. Key actions included awarding a contract to Aviso Coaching LLC for student retention software and services, as well as discussing proposals for the development or reuse of the Pemberton Campus. The meeting also addressed personnel actions, including reclassifications and the ratification of an agreement with the Faculty Association. Additionally, authorization was sought for an agreement between the college and the New Jersey Department of Human Services Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

The meeting agenda included the swearing-in of a new alumni trustee and reports from the Board Chair and College President. Key financial and operational approvals included business travel authorizations, updates to board policies, and ratification of multiple contracts, including agreements for analytics data governance, computer equipment upgrades, electricity consortium participation, furniture procurement for renovations, and HVAC controls and installation services. The Personnel Committee presented various personnel actions for approval, and the Academic Committee addressed clinical placement service invoices.