Vikki Andrews

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.

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The meeting included the reading and acceptance of the Ethics Awareness and Conflict of Interest Statement with no conflicts identified. Committee reports provided updates on numerous capital projects, including the Tiny Town Renovation Phase II, Cumberland County Regional Fire and Rescue Phase II (noted as 77% complete), Neill Currie HVAC Renovation (nearing final closeout), Building Trades Center Renovation (75% complete), Regional Truck Driver Training Center, and Spring Lake Center Roof Replacement (target completion October 1, 2025). The Finance Committee approved blanket travel authorization for the President for fiscal year 2025-2026 and reported on the status of the Cumberland County recommended budget for FY 2025-2026. The Program Committee secured unanimous approval for the termination of the Health & Fitness Science Program, effective August 1, 2025, due to low enrollment and graduation rates. The committee also reviewed the Spring 2025 Grade Distribution Report. The Foundation reported on upcoming events, major gifts, grants, and scholarships. The President provided an update on College activities and Budget updates.

The meeting included a professional development presentation on Effective Board Governance and strategic impact. Key committee reports detailed progress on multiple capital projects, including the Tiny Town Renovation Phase II, Cumberland County Regional Fire and Rescue Phase II, Building Trades Center Renovation, and the Regional Truck Driver Training Center. The Board discussed and approved the removal of a neighboring church's fencing that encroached on College property. The Finance Committee reported on the monthly Capital Projects Update and received approval for the Combined Budget for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2026, as well as the NC Career Coach Budget for 2025-2026. The Human Resources section reviewed updates to the Administrative Procedures & Employment Manual, tabling the discussion on the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Policy until January 2026, and approved the FTCC Records Retention Schedule. The Program Committee accepted the Continuing Education Accountability Plan Verification Report. The Foundation reported on increased demand at the Food Pantry, upcoming Giving Tuesday and other fundraising events, Mini Grants updates, and approved the naming opportunity for the D.A. "Zan" Gillis Driving Pad.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. Reports were given on building and grounds projects, including updates on the Tiny Town Renovation, Cumberland County Regional Fire and Rescue Phase II, Building Trades Center Renovation, Regional Truck Driver Training Center, Spring Lake Center Roof Replacement, and Thomas McLean Administration Building Roof Replacement. The board approved the Building Trades Center Utility System Commitment Agreement with PWC. Approvals were also granted for Fleming & Associates as the Design Contractor for the T. McLean Administration Building Roof Replacement and the NESC Roof Replacement. The board accepted the FTCC Unaudited Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025, and approved Uncollectible Accounts Write-Offs. Additionally, the board approved the request for exploration and to add an Associate in Applied Science in Health Sciences, the 2026-2029 Accountability and Integrity Plan for FTCC's Corporate & Continuing Education, and a revision to the Academic Procedures Manual regarding readmission of former students. The Foundation provided updates on the Project Success ending, Cumberland Community Foundation's Giving Tuesday, Bluegrass & BBQ Dinner and Silent Auction Recap, and Grants, Scholarships, and Awards. The SGA reported on various events and initiatives. A naming opportunity for the RSCML Campus was discussed, with a decision deferred to the next meeting.