Valerie Ruff

The meeting includes the review and potential adoption of a resolution for a 28E agreement between the district, Montezuma Community School District, and Grinnell-Newburg Community School District. This agreement is intended to facilitate the hiring of a shared welding faculty member for the upcoming academic year.

The meeting included recognitions of ECC faculty for hosting international students, an introduction of new staff, and a presentation on the Marshalltown Community College enrollment strategy focusing on growth and partnerships. The Board reviewed the status of the Board Policy Project, approved the personnel report, and authorized the snow removal and dorm roof quotes. Action items included the approval of voluntary retirement plan applications and setting the date for a public hearing regarding the MCC Trades Building project. Additionally, the Board conducted first readings of policies on the Code of Conduct and Artificial Intelligence, received updates on legislative priorities, and discussed various administrative and facility-related reports.

The board conducted a retreat which included a closed session for the President's annual performance review. Additionally, the board discussed the results of their annual self-evaluation and reached a consensus to transition to official district email addresses to address public records and security concerns.

The board meeting included reports from faculty and student representatives, recognition of the Ellsworth Community College men's basketball team, and the introduction of new employees. The Board approved the FY2027 Certified Budget following a public hearing, a five-year dining services agreement, a consulting proposal for ERP and SIS process review, and a resolution for the issuance of Industrial New Jobs Training Certificates. Additionally, the Board approved master agreements for concurrent enrollment, a tuition increase for the upcoming fiscal year, and an order form for accessibility software. Financial statements were reviewed, administrative reports were provided, and the Board conducted closed sessions for confidential record discussion and collective bargaining strategy, ultimately affirming a decision regarding an employee complaint.

The board meeting agenda included a strategic presentation on the District's cybersecurity posture and various action items, such as the approval of personnel reports, board policies, and the acceptance of gifts and grants. Key decisions involved renaming a campus facility, authorizing legal representation for shared school district agreements, and approving the 2026-2027 college catalogs. Financial and contractual matters addressed included the issuance of industrial new jobs training certificates, approval of multiple job training agreements with local companies, a resignation and release agreement, an amendment to a construction contract for student housing, and setting a public hearing for site design. Additionally, the board reviewed housing and meal plan rates, approved a new multi-year master agreement with the education association, and authorized salary increases for non-faculty employees.