William F. Burns

The meeting included the Board of Trustees Annual Reorganization, which involved the Nominating Committee Report, the Election of Officers, the establishment of a Regular Meeting Schedule, and the Adoption of the 2018 Board of Trustees Annual Calendar. Other agenda items included the Appointment of Standing Committees, the Resolution of Designation of Public Notice Requirements, and the Annual Report of the College. Committee reports covered Finance & Facilities, Policy & Education, Audit, and the Student's Perspective. The Consent Agenda featured items such as the Acceptance of Grants, Application for Grants, Acceptance of Gifts, Human Resources approvals, Purchases in Excess of thresholds, Open Invoice Payment Requests, and Monthly Financial Reports. The Board also addressed lodging several revised and new policies, approved the establishment of a Kitchen and Bath Design certificate and a Game Design program, and approved the discontinuance of several other academic programs and certificates.

The meeting commenced with the adoption of the agenda. Key discussions included the President's Report on the Middle States self-study process, with preparations on track for a campus review draft in March. The Finance & Facilities Committee reviewed progress on numerous capital projects, noted increased operating revenue for November 2025, and discussed FY27 budget modeling which indicates a structural deficit, requiring tuition option review. The Audit Committee accepted the FY25 Single Audit, which resulted in a clean, unmodified opinion. The Governance Committee recommended policy revisions, including modernizing the Athletic Policy and rescinding the COVID-19 vaccination policy. The Student Success & Educational Excellence Committee reported slightly decreased Spring 2026 enrollment but noted successful outreach efforts; they also recommended approval for two new academic options: Hospitality, Event & Tourism Management (Sports Management Option, A.S.) and Communications Media Program (Esports Production & Management Option, A.A.S.). Other committee reports covered student protections, credential expansion efforts aligned with statewide initiatives, and Foundation financial reviews. The board approved the consent agenda items, which included various personnel, financial reports, and capital project updates, and formally accepted the FY25 Single Audit. The two new academic program options were approved by resolution. Revised policies were lodged, and the board authorized an executive session.

This document is the 2025 Annual Institutional Profile for Brookdale Community College. It offers a comprehensive overview of the institution's operational and performance metrics, including its accreditation status, detailed student demographics, enrollment data, and financial aid statistics. The profile also evaluates student outcomes, such as graduation, retention, and transfer rates, and provides insights into faculty characteristics and the composition of the Board of Trustees. Furthermore, it outlines the institution's degree and certificate programs, highlights various research and public service activities, and details major capital projects undertaken during the 2024-2025 academic year, demonstrating the college's dedication to educational excellence and community engagement.

This annual report for Brookdale Community College details the institution's educator preparation programs, including their mission, context, and performance for the 2024-2025 academic year. It outlines key accomplishments such as the approval of new P-3 and K-6 licensure programs, the automation of administrative processes, and the establishment of Registered Apprenticeships with a GAINS grant. The report also addresses continuous improvement goals for 2025-26, focusing on curriculum updates, professional development, and expanding apprenticeship models, while emphasizing data quality and regulatory compliance.

The meeting agenda covered several committee reports, including updates from the Finance & Facilities Committee concerning a projected FY26 deficit due to rising health insurance premiums and reduced state aid, and discussions around assessing campus asset valuations. The Audit Committee reported an unmodified opinion on the FY25 financial audit, though the single audit was pending formal acceptance. The Governance Committee reviewed and refined policies related to Tuition and Fees and the Presidential Search Process, establishing goals for the President focused on accreditation, strategic plan implementation, and financial stabilization. The Graduate Trustee reported on student concerns regarding ICE activity, campus engagement, and academic advising quality. The NJCCC update highlighted impending financial strain due to health benefits premium increases and advocacy for increased state funding. Action items included ratifying an emergency purchase for pipe rupture repairs at the CVA building, approving several routine purchases, accepting a $13,200 grant from the Community Foundation of New Jersey for food security initiatives, and approving the lodging of revised policies concerning the Presidential Search Process and Tuition and Fees. The Board also reviewed proposals for approving new degree/certificate options, specifically in Communications Media (Esports Production & Management) and Hospitality, Event, and Tourism Management (Sports Management).