Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Suzanne Desjardin’s organization
Oct 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Pima Community College Governing Board Governing Board Meeting
The meeting featured reports on shared governance, including updates on the faculty senate charter, administrative procedures, and the 'Accelerate' 8-week course initiative. The faculty association presented on their role in advocacy and shared governance, with a specific focus on their endorsement of Proposition 430. Board members shared current event updates, including feedback from informational sessions regarding Proposition 430. Additionally, the student senate for the 2026-2027 academic year was introduced, and an administrative report was provided on the Administrative Employee Review Committee and ongoing shared governance efforts.
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The board approved several consent and action items during the meeting. These included an intergovernmental agreement amendment with the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity for data sharing, as well as multiple HVAC infrastructure upgrade projects for East Campus buildings. Board policy revisions concerning data and information sharing were finalized. Additionally, the board approved multi-year contracts for learning management systems and scheduling and events software.
Sep 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Governing Board Governing Board Meeting
The Governing Board approved numerous intergovernmental agreements and contracts, including agreements for clinical placements with the Department of Veterans Affairs, dual enrollment with Marana Unified School District, and cyber security services with the Arizona National Guard. Additional actions included approvals for infrastructure and educational service agreements, utility easements with the City of Tucson, and contracts for student advising systems and Microsoft Education Solutions. The Board also approved the annual calendar for future meetings and sessions, made appointments to the Finance and Audit Committee, and considered the Chancellor's goals for the upcoming academic year.
Sep 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Governing Board Executive Session Meeting
The board convened for an executive session to discuss various legal and personnel matters. Key discussion topics included the Chancellor's goals, legal implications regarding potential U.S. presidential actions and federal agency policies, the TRIO grant process, U.S. Department of Justice litigation concerning tuition categories, and rule changes from the U.S. Department of Education. Additionally, the board consulted with legal counsel regarding specific litigation cases involving the Arizona Civil Rights Division, the Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, various personnel issues related to the Hospitality Program, a former employee's retaliation complaint, PCC Foundation matters, tuition rates for non-immigrant visa holders, and ongoing grants litigation.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
