Shailendra Baghel

The Board of Directors meeting included the appointment of students-at-large to the finance and internal affairs committees and the approval of additional funding for the Affordable Book Voucher program. The board engaged in discussions regarding a resolution on AI transparency, equity, and integrity, as well as a review of a statement responding to recent incidents impacting the campus community. Action items included approving funding for the CalFresh Resource Fair and meal swipe assistance. Additionally, the board held a closed session regarding the Interim Executive Director's review, which resulted in a motion to transition the individual into an ongoing Executive Director role.

The Board of Directors meeting addressed several key agenda items. The consent agenda included the removal of a member from the Campus Fee Advisory Committee (CFAC) due to absences, requests to excuse several directors' absences from various events (Academic Senate, Super Bowl activities) due to professional development opportunities, the appointment of a new member to CFAC, and a request to excuse a director's tardiness to Academic Senate meetings due to a documented class conflict. During the public forum, several community members addressed issues related to Title IX, support for the trans community, and concerns about tuition and fees. Informational reports were provided by the Interim Executive Director, University Administration, Chief Elections Officer, and various Directors regarding their committee activities. Key action items included the final passage of the Resolution in Support of BayPass, discussion regarding the allocation of $7,000.00 for additional Affordable Book Vouchers, approval of $650.00 for the 'Safety and Support for all Spartans' pamphlet printing, and discussion regarding a resolution to advocate for a permanent and safe space for the UndocuSpartan Center. The meeting concluded with a discussion with the SJSU President regarding campus initiatives, budget updates, and compliance with legal matters.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda, which involved removing two action items. Key discussions centered on approving appointments for two individuals to the Lobby Corps as Student-at-Large representatives and excusing two Directors from scheduled office hours. Informational reports were provided by the Interim Executive Director, detailing community building highlights like the Legacy Month Rooted Festival and Fire on the Fountain, and by the University Administration regarding an upcoming strategic plan project. Action items included a discussion of Quarter One Financials, updates on the CFAC Instructional Related Activity Fee Timeline, and a first read concerning a Memorandum of Understanding for funding 50% of the Transportation Demand Management Plan costs. The board also discussed and passed motions to approve funding for a "Build One, Make One" activity during the Hunger & Homelessness Resource Fair and to provide meal swipes to students. Furthermore, the board removed President Gambarin from the Lobby Corps Committee for Spring 2026 due to a scheduling conflict and tabled the item concerning appointing a Director at Large to the Lobby Corps Committee.

The agenda covered several key administrative items, including seeking approval to excuse absences for Director Charles (due to a professional development conference), President Gambarin (due to a Sacramento interview for post-graduation development), and Director Jha (due to attending the Society of Women Engineers WE Local Conference). New business included a discussion item regarding a potential resolution to support a Cost of Living Adjustment for A.S. professional staff for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, a first read of a resolution supporting the Annual A.S. Emergency Meal Swipe Program, and an action item to approve the compensation range for the Executive Director position ($158,686 - $228,378). The meeting structure also included informational reports from the Executive Director, University Administration, Student Union, and Chief Elections Officer, followed by various Executive Officer and Director reports.

The Board of Directors meeting included approval of the agenda, with Item 5 stricken. Key discussions covered informational reports from the Interim Executive Director regarding hiring for the Transportation Solutions Manager and a new Marketing Specialist, the University Representative on gathering student input for the IRA fee, and the Student Union Executive Director on the Event Center remodel status. The Chief Elections Officer provided an update on staffing and election timelines. Action items included appointing Director Paredes to the Lobby Corps Committee, approving the timeline for the AY 26-27 Budget Development, and approving a Board Resolution allowing designated staff to sign contract documents for the A.S. Child Development Centers. The Board also conducted the first reading of the Resolution in Support for the BayPass Program and removed Director Charles from the Campus Planning Board.