Linn Benton Community College

The board meeting featured a presentation from the Learning Center Manager regarding student support services and staff training initiatives. Strategic and administrative reports were provided, covering community college advocacy efforts, national legislative summits, enrollment data, and departmental updates. The board conducted first reads for a new policy regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence and a revision to the alcohol service guidelines. Additionally, the board approved the FY 24-25 Compliance Audit and received an update on the status of the college budget.

The board discussed several items, including the approval of the Gymnasium Naming Request (RES 15-26) and the adoption of a new policy regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (BP-1060). Updates were provided on a new partnership with Oregon State University, accreditation status for the nursing program, and enrollment statistics. The board also approved a tuition increase (RES 16-26), general fees (RES 17-26), and roofing projects for both the Albany Campus Gym and the Benton Center. Additionally, revisions to the alcohol service policy (BP-5060) were approved, and various committee and representative reports were presented.

The board meeting included an introduction of new leadership representatives, a presentation from students regarding the Livestock Judging Program, and various committee and campus representative reports covering topics such as OCCA survey participation, career fair outcomes, and community engagement events. Administrative reports provided updates on institutional fundraising figures, including results from Give Day, and academic program successes. The session concluded with a review of financial operations and remarks from board members.

The meeting included the election of the presiding chair and vice-chair for the upcoming fiscal year. A review of local budget laws and committee roles was conducted, followed by a budget message from the president. Detailed presentations and discussions covered proposed budget documents, including fund and program reviews for the general fund, auxiliary funds, restricted grant funds, capital funds, and debt service. The committee reviewed the five-year budget projection model, anticipated cost reductions, and strategic initiatives. Additionally, the process for approving tax levies for the permanent operating rate and general obligation bonds was outlined.

The committee held a meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the 26-27 fiscal year and proceeded to take action on the approval of said budget.