Tony Barnes

The Finance Committee reviewed the Internal Audit Report and the Proposed 2026 Audit Plan. An update on budgets and key indicators was provided, along with a status update on ongoing capital projects. The committee also received a report on the one-day liquor license applications for special events being held on campus and recommended that the Board approve the adoption of the resolutions for the licenses.

The recommendations to the board included personnel actions such as appointments and granting emeritus status, approval of graduate lists, and property and finance matters including continuing as an 80/20 Employer and approving a resolution for a one-day event liquor license. Special items included approving a department name change to The ASSIST Office, affirming the Gifts or Awards in Excess of $5,000 Policy, appointing a board member for Burton Glen Charter Academy, and approving a donation of offset lithographs to the DeVos Art Museum.

The Academic Affairs Committee meeting included informational reports and presentations on the Academic Senate, Charter Schools, and High Impact Practices. The Committee recommended that the Board of Trustees approve Burton Glen Charter Academy and Tyron Robinson's new appointment.

The Academic Affairs Committee meeting included informational reports and presentations on the Academic Senate, Charter Schools, and the Department of Social Work. The committee recommended the Board of Trustees approve several reappointments and new appointments with an expiration date of June 20, 2028.

The Finance Committee meeting included a review of the Audit Open Issues Report. The committee also discussed and recommends approval of the 2025-2026 budgets, including the Auxiliary Operations Budget, Housing and Residence Life Budget, General Fund Operating Budget, and the Designated Fund Operating Budget. An update was presented on current and future major capital projects. The committee discussed and recommends approval of the draft of the Five-Year Facilities Master Plan and 2027 Capital Project Request. The 2026 Long-Term Maintenance Project List and capital projects over $250,000 were reviewed, and the Committee recommends that the Board approve them.