Wilson Garland

The board meeting proceedings included a call to order and an executive session convened to discuss the appointment of a public employee. There were no public comments or other business items addressed during the session.

The meeting involved the formal call to order and the conduct of an executive session to discuss the appointment of a public employee. Following the executive session, no action was taken, and the meeting was subsequently adjourned.

The board discussed public safety concerns raised by the public regarding icy conditions on campus walkways and stairs. Key agenda items included the renewal of a trustee appointment for David Silverman and an executive committee report concerning personnel matters and the progress of the university president search. The board also received status updates on development projects for the Johnson campus, including funding efforts for the renovation of Martinetti Hall and the conversion of the McClelland Building into senior housing. Additionally, the board planned future discussions regarding institutional protocols for addressing inclement weather.

The board meeting covered several critical governance and operational areas. Discussions included public input regarding technology procurement policies, the appointment of a new President for Vermont State University, and the approval of the Online Acceleration Project. Reports were received from the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee on accessibility and institutional culture, the Education, Personnel, and Student Life Committee regarding policy revisions and academic review processes, the Finance and Facilities Committee regarding endowment management, procurement policy updates, and fiscal performance, and the Audit and Risk Management Committee regarding the annual audit results. Institutional updates were provided by the college presidents and the Chancellor concerning enrollment, strategic priority projects, and future budget outlooks.

This memorandum serves as a notification for the upcoming Vermont State Colleges (VSC) Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for March 9, 2026. The agenda includes a public comment period, followed by executive sessions to discuss the appointment of a public official and matters related to public employees and records exempt from the Vermont Public Records Act, with associated votes. Committee reports will be presented, including action items from the Education, Personnel, and Student Life Committee (such as approving the amendment and reports for Policy 109) and the Finance & Facilities Committee (regarding new and modified endowments and Procurement Policy). The Audit & Risk Management Committee will present a vote on the FY2025 Single Audit Resolution. The meeting will conclude with updates from the college presidents and the Chancellor.