Sherly Chacko

The committee reviewed an independent auditor's report and approved several procurement agreements, including financial audit services with Clifton Larson Allen LLP and on-call microbial remediation services with three separate vendors. Additionally, the committee authorized increased annual expenditure amounts for existing pricing agreements with Saracino Construction Corp. for general contracting services and with MT Group, LLC for on-call materials inspection and testing. The committee also approved the proposed operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year and recommended a tuition and fee schedule for the 2026-2027 academic year, which includes adjustments to technology fees and a new non-refundable enrollment deposit.

The committee reviewed several procurement agreements, including the appointment of Clifton Larson Allen LLP for annual financial audit services, the retention of three contractors for on-call microbial remediation services, and an increase in annual expenditure for general construction services provided by Saracino Construction Corp. Additionally, the agenda included a review of the Independent Auditor's Report, the presentation of the proposed 2026/2027 draft budget, the proposed 2026/2027 tuition and fee schedule, and the Comptroller's report.

The committee reviewed an update on the college capital plan, including the status of various projects and the commitment to incorporate projected timelines in future presentations. The Comptroller's report detailed examinations of OTPS and Personal Services expenditures for the previous month, confirming compliance with regulatory and purchasing requirements, along with an update on accounts receivable collections. Additionally, the committee received information regarding a favorable draft of the recent audit.

The meeting centered on detailed enrollment updates, including a report on spring census results which showed growth in continuing student numbers and total enrollment. Discussions covered the significant expansion of the dual enrollment program, which allows high school students to earn college credits, and the positive start to summer registration trends. The committee also examined enrollment data discrepancies, noting declines in first-time-in-college and transfer populations, and received clarification on the classification of students within supportive academic programs versus general enrollment categories.

The Board of Trustees discussed a report from the Senate regarding new degree programs, course proposals, and upcoming academic calendars. The Board also entered into an Executive Session to discuss litigation and personnel matters. Additionally, the meeting included reports on student and faculty achievements, athletic team successes, and public comments from professors urging the approval of faculty promotions and sabbaticals.