Sarah Fisher

The meeting focused on the annual organization of the committee, including the election of officers and adoption of the meeting schedule for the upcoming year. The committee affirmed its Ethics Policy Statement and Bylaws. Agenda items included reviews of previous audits, district updates from the Chancellor, and progress updates on various bond-funded projects at Santa Ana College and Santiago Canyon College. Additionally, bond budget updates and reports from college presidents were provided to the committee members.

The board discussed the capability building contract, board membership recruitment efforts, and a forensics program update. College President and various reports provided information on pandemic student behavior, enrollment growth, online learning initiatives, mental health resources, and fundraising activities. The board took action to approve various treasurer's reports, the appointment of a new board member, the acceptance of a donation, and payments for a classified employee award and a diversity award.

The board meeting primarily focused on organizational governance, including the approval of the meeting schedule for the upcoming year and the election of officers for the 2022-2023 term, which included the positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.

The board meeting included an update on the capability building contract settlement, recruitment efforts for new board members, and an update on a consultant hired for the forensics program. Reports were provided regarding college enrollment, recognition of law programs, student achievements, and philanthropic donations for food pantries and equipment. The board reviewed and accepted the 2020-2021 financial audit results and approved treasurer's reports for November 2021 through January 2022. Additionally, discussions were held regarding strategic planning for workforce development and potential funding opportunities through the infrastructure bill.

The Board of Directors discussed the Executive Director's report concerning the 2023-2024 budget, an update on the capability building contract, board membership strategies, and a strategic planning retreat with a projected cost capped at $56,000. Additionally, the Board accepted several financial reports, approved the 2021-2022 audit results, approved the 2023-2024 budget, accepted donations from Farmers & Merchants Bank and SchoolsFirst Credit Union, approved a payment for the District Operations Classified Employee of the Year, and authorized a proposal with CCS Consulting for strategic planning.