Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Rachel A. Lathrop’s organization
Jul 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Trustees of Oakland Community College Special Meeting
The Board of Trustees reviewed and assessed updated monitoring reports for Board policies regarding communications and planning, finding them in compliance. The meeting featured community comments regarding campus properties and proposed projects. The Board received a report on an athletic complex project and held a closed session to discuss labor negotiations and property matters. Required actions included the appointment of representatives to the MCCA Board of Directors, approval of a collective bargaining agreement with the Teamsters Local Union No. 214, authorization for easements and land sales at various campuses, and approval of a ground lease agreement.
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Board of Trustees of Oakland Community College Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board of Trustees discussed resources for potential trustee candidates and approved an easement request from the City of Southfield for the 9 Mile corridor project. Monitoring reports for policy EL-04 Planning were reviewed, with a request for generic attendance verbiage to be included in future reports. The Board also received an Academic Senate update which included a list of individuals receiving emeritus status. Additionally, Board members shared comments regarding the recent commencement ceremony, professional trades month, and student mental health resources.
Apr 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Oakland Community College Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board of Trustees held a public hearing regarding the fiscal years 2026-2030 budget and financial forecast. Key business items included the authorization for an easement in the City of Southfield, the adoption of the 2026-2027 fiscal year operating budgets, and the setting of the 2026 operating millage rate. The board also reviewed and confirmed compliance with monitoring policies for the treatment of students, compensation and benefits, and organizational integrity. Additionally, the session included reports on ownership linkage, a review of the AGB National Conference on Trusteeship, updates on the Highland Lakes Campus community forum, and comments from the Chancellor and various community members.
Mar 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Trustees of Oakland Community College Regular Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and approved amendments to the Audit Committee Charter and the Asset Protection policy, including specific wording changes regarding facility spaces. The board assessed a monitoring report regarding the treatment of students, requesting further evidence for a specific item to be presented at a future session. Additionally, the board received an update on the Orchard Ridge Campus Athletics Complex project from external representatives and heard various comments from trustees regarding campus events, safety acknowledgments, and regional educational partnerships.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
