Mike Carrafiello

The board conducted a special meeting which included an executive session to discuss personnel matters, litigation, anticipated contracts, and attorney-client privilege. The board passed a resolution to appoint Dr. Jason Abreu as the tenth President of Atlantic Cape Community College, detailing the compensation package, benefits, and contract term.

The Board of Trustees discussed various organizational and financial matters, including the President's report on athletic achievements, campus events, and community outreach. Consent resolutions were passed regarding personnel appointments, policy updates on health benefits, and the awarding of bids for healthcare equipment and baseball field infrastructure. The Board authorized contracts for legal services and insurance, and approved applications for several grants related to education, technical training, and youth workforce development programs. Additionally, the Board reviewed the FY26 financial statement, approved a settlement for litigation, and heard a report from the NJ Council of County Colleges regarding health care funding and regional economic impact. Public comments included presentations on student magazine publications and concerns regarding new insurance provider coverage for prescription medications.

This Institutional Effectiveness Plan outlines how Atlantic Cape Community College assesses and advances its Strategic Plan for 2022-2027. The plan is built upon five institutional goals: Engage, Support, Educate, Achieve, and Excel. It aims to provide inclusive, accessible, and equitable educational programs and services that transform lives, empower students to meet their academic, social, and career goals, and support the diverse needs of the community. The college is committed to fostering an innovative, student-centered learning environment, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring continuous improvement and excellence across all operations.

This document presents the FY2025 institutional outcomes aligned to the Atlantic Cape Community College's 'A Vision for Success' Strategic Plan. The plan is structured around five key goals: Engage, Support, Educate, Achieve, and Excel, and aims to advance equity, excellence, and student success across the institution.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered several significant items, including the presentation of the Workforce Development program, acceptance of the FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and approval of various consent resolutions, such as the designation of a reunification site, policy updates, and new academic program offerings in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The Board also authorized several procurement bids, a bookstore agreement amendment, and the acceptance of grant funding for humanities initiatives. Financial agenda items included the review and approval of monthly financial statements, the FY 2027 tuition and fee schedule, and the submission of a list of renovations for Chapter 12 funding. Updates were provided regarding committee reports, foundation activities, and advocacy efforts through the New Jersey Council of County Colleges.