Harford Community College

The agenda for the Board of Trustees meeting covers preliminary items including reports from the Chair, Finance and Audit Committee, Policy & Governance Committee, and Foundation. Key discussions involve the President's report, student voice segment, and monthly updates, alongside employee introductions. Information sharing includes personnel, financial, and enrollment reports, and media coverage. Action items slated for consideration include program approval for a Biotech Certificate, Board approval for FY2027 Tuition & Fees and the FY2027 General Operating Budget, and Contract Authorization for Hord Coplan Macht, Inc. The meeting will also feature a segment on Community and College Highlights focusing on Harford Community College Athletics.

The Board of Trustees meeting addressed several key areas. The consent agenda included approval of the current meeting agenda, minutes from the November 2025 meeting, and approval of purchases made by the Finance & Audit Committee, specifically a $133,228.04 flooring replacement project for Joppa Hall funded by the deferred maintenance fund. Board reports covered upcoming dates, including the start of the Spring Term and the next Board meeting. The Finance & Audit Committee reviewed the President's Authorization report, operating budget updates, and deferred maintenance funds, and recommended two action items for the Board's vote: the adoption of a Section 127 Education Assistance Program and a contract for auditing services with CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP. The Policy & Governance Committee reported on an update to the National Guard Tuition Waiver Policy. The President provided updates on enrollment (Winter 2026 headcount up 5%, Spring 2026 headcount up 5.1%), introduced new employees, and reported on events at the new Chesapeake Welcome Center. Key action items adopted by the Board included the Section 127 Education Assistance Program, the auditing services contract, and the updated National Guard Tuition Waiver Policy.

The Board of Trustees meeting included several key agenda items. Discussion involved reaffirming the College's Mission, Vision, and Values, and announcing upcoming dates including Board Work Sessions and the end of the Fall Term. The Finance & Audit Committee reported on the President's procurement report (finding no high-value purchases), the operating budget update showing strong revenue from Workforce and Continuing Education, and the approval of a Board Resolution for retirement plan contributions. The committee also electronically approved three contract authorizations: Carrier Enterprise, Civitas, and Ellucian Banner SaaS. The Policy & Governance Committee reviewed policies and procedures thresholds and discussed a required immigration enforcement policy. The Foundation Report highlighted the success of the Screech Night Owl 5K, the implementation of Raiser's Edge CRM, and the receipt of two grants. The President's Report focused on Veterans Day acknowledgments, Thanksgiving Luncheons, a positive update on the Chesapeake Welcome Center construction (on track for December move-ins and a January grand opening), and the commencement of developing the Academic Plan and Facilities Master Plan. Action items unanimously approved by the Board included the resolution for 457(B) and 403(B) Retirement Plan Contributions, the New Policy on Immigration Enforcement, and contract authorizations for Ellucian Banner SaaS, the Civitas Student Engagement Platform, and the Carrier Enterprise HVAC replacement.

The Board of Trustees meeting included reports from the Chair, Finance & Audit Committee, Policy & Governance Committee, and Foundation. The President provided updates on the Chesapeake Welcome Center, recent and upcoming events, and introduced new employees. Discussions covered enrollment initiatives, with insights into efforts related to various locations and the use of technology to understand attrition. The board also moved into closed sessions for collective bargaining and legal advice.

The Board of Trustees meeting included the election of officers, with Brian Walker elected as Board Chair and Sharon Markley Schreiber as Board Vice Chair. The consent agenda was approved, including the agenda for the current meeting and minutes from the previous meeting. The Finance & Audit Committee authorized a contract with Strata Information Group. Updates were provided on the year-over-year operating budget, Chesapeake Welcome Center change orders, deferred maintenance, and the Early Learning Center's business plan. The Policy & Governance Committee reviewed and edited the Alcohol Policy and Access/Trespass Policy. The Foundation received grants from Food Lion Feeds and the Allstate Foundation. The board approved the FY2026 General Operating Budget, purchase of FY2026 Insurance Renewals, the AY2027 Academic Calendar, and a contract with Casella Waste Systems, Inc. The board also discussed collective bargaining and a personnel matter in closed sessions.