Tarquin Finley

The Board meeting included committee reports on various capital improvement projects, including progress updates on the Tiny Town Renovation, Fire and Rescue Phase II, the Regional Truck Driver Training Center, and roof replacements for several campus buildings. The Board authorized the delegation of authority for contractor selection for roof replacements and approved the general contract selection for the Truck Driver Training Center. Financial business included the acceptance of the Financial Statement Audit Report for the prior year, the Sound Fiscal Management Practices Report, and the approval of a required fee increase for WorkKeys testing. Human Resources items addressed included the approval of faculty employment contracts and several revised personnel policies related to disciplinary actions, grievances, evaluations, and reductions in force. Finally, the Board received updates regarding foundation events, Student Government Association projects, and the President's report.

The Board discussed various capital projects, including updates on renovations and roof replacements at campus facilities. Action was taken to decrease the budget for the Tiny Town Renovation Phase II project. The Board approved a new Cash Management Policy and several revised HR policies regarding personnel files, nepotism, political activities, professional development, and veterans preference. Additionally, the Board accepted the Continuing Education Accountability Plan Verification Report and the North Carolina Community College System Compliance Review Final Report. A resolution to terminate the Associate in Applied Science in Leadership Studies program was approved. Information was presented regarding foundation activities, scholarship cycles, and Student Government Association events.

The Board of Trustees reviewed a report regarding the potential for a standalone campus police department, received updates on various ongoing construction and renovation projects including the Tiny Town Renovation and Regional Truck Driver Training Center, and approved the general contract for the Tiny Town Renovation Phase II. The meeting also included reports on the biennial pension spiking, an equipment audit, fiscal year revenue and expenditure updates for state and county funds, and graduate job placement statistics. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved several revised college policies covering disabilities, employment, drug and alcohol abuse, and secondary employment, and received updates from the Foundation and Student Government Association regarding upcoming events, scholarship cycles, and student initiatives.

The Institutional Effectiveness Plan (IEP) for Fayetteville Technical Community College outlines a comprehensive and integrated process to align planning, assessment, evaluation, and continuous improvement. It ensures all divisions, departments, and programs align with the College's Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan, utilizing data for decision-making and accountability. The plan's framework involves a continuous improvement cycle across strategic planning, academic program assessment, administrative and student services outcomes, and enrollment and student success effectiveness, with the aim of continually improving student learning, success, and operational performance while maintaining SACSCOC compliance and fostering a data-driven culture.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered several committee reports and approvals. The Building and Grounds Committee provided updates on multiple capital projects, including the Tiny Town Renovation Phase II, Cumberland County Regional Fire and Rescue Phase II, Building Trades Center Renovation, Regional Truck Driver Training Center, and two roof replacement projects (Spring Lake Center and Thomas McLean Administration Building). The Finance Committee secured approval for a new project—the General Classroom Building Generator Replacement—and approved DLT Roofing as the General Contractor for the NESC Roof Replacement (Project #2959). The Finance Committee also reviewed sound fiscal and management practices. The Human Resources Committee received approval for new policies concerning Policy Development and Revision, Procedure Development and Revision, and revised policies for Paid Parental Leave, Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity, and Non-Discrimination Statement. The Program Committee gained approval to consolidate the Faculty Handbook and to approve several New Programs and Program Terminations across the Business, Healthcare, Computer Technology, and Public Service areas, alongside adding a new certificate in Trades. The Foundation reported on a successful Giving Tuesday campaign and approved a naming opportunity for the Building Trades Center. The President provided an update on college activities.