Melissa McGovern

The board conducted a public hearing on the 2026-2027 General Operating Budget. Key actions included the adoption of the tax levy, the approval of the designated, auxiliary, and restricted budgets for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, and the establishment of tuition and fee rates. The board also authorized several purchase orders for media equipment, Enterprise Service Management implementation, server infrastructure upgrades, and gateway signage. Furthermore, the board adopted the SC Momentum 2031 strategic plan, approved revisions to instructional calendar policies, and engaged in discussions regarding the president's employment contract and performance evaluation.

The board meeting included a review of the president's report, a comprehensive presentation on the upcoming fiscal year budget, and updates on college purchasing procedures. Several purchase orders were awarded, including contracts for main campus asphalt repairs, office furniture, high-performance epoxy flooring for the manufacturing lab, a fleet of motorcycles, a patient simulator package, and a police patrol vehicle. The board also established the intent to levy millage for the upcoming fiscal year, set a date for a public hearing regarding the general operating budget, and conducted a closed session to review a legal opinion.

The meeting included community comments regarding an upcoming protest and safety fence installations. The Board received a year-in-review report from the Library and Learning Support Services Center and highlights from the President's report. Key actions included the purchase of a three-year subscription for the Virtuous CRM+ fundraising platform, the approval of Headlee Override ballot language, and a closed session to discuss a legal opinion from General Counsel.

The agenda includes a library and learning support services spotlight and the President's report. Information items cover financial, purchasing, and staffing reports, alongside the first reading of a purchasing and leasing policy. Action items involve the purchase of a fundraising platform, the approval of ballot language for a Headlee override, and a closed session to discuss a legal opinion.

The Board of Trustees meeting included the election of a new Board Secretary and presentations regarding student success, police department reaccreditation, and strategic planning themes. The Board approved the purchase of computers and a van, and granted a resolution of retirement recognition. Additionally, the Board awarded a Distinguished Alumni status and an honorary degree to be conferred at the upcoming commencement ceremony. Approval was granted for the Headlee Override ballot language. The board also held a closed session to discuss a legal opinion before reconvening to conclude the meeting.