Metropolitan Community College Area

The Metropolitan Community College outlines its Mission Achievement Plan (MAP) to deliver relevant, student-centered education to a diverse community of learners. Guided by the 'One MCC' vision, the plan focuses on four key priorities: enhancing student success by removing barriers to completion; strengthening partnerships and programs to engage the community, students, faculty, and staff; achieving operational excellence through revitalized systems and infrastructure; and ensuring future stability and growth by implementing strategic enrollment and facilities plans. The ultimate aim is to facilitate timely program completion, successful transfer to four-year programs, and placement in relevant living wage jobs.

The Board of Governors will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions regarding an additional 1% restricted funds authority, amendments to the 2024-25 budget, and the final property tax request for fiscal year 2024-25. Reports will be given by ex officio board members, the Chair of the Board, and the President, including updates on the Sarpy County Campus and the FY 2025-2027 Biennium Budget Request. The agenda also includes personnel appointments, the 2025-26 academic calendar, board meeting dates for 2025, licensed and professional services, and approval of a contractor for Sarpy County Campus grading and excavation.

The meeting included reports from student and faculty ex-officio members, highlighting student activities and a presentation on the African Art Collection. The fiscal year 2021-22 audit report was presented, revealing two single audit findings with significant deficiencies related to financial aid check reviews and HEERF reporting website accessibility. Legislative updates were provided on bills concerning concealed weapons on campus, CHIPS for America Act funding, and community college levy authority. Personnel appointments and separations were approved, along with reappointments of exempt staff, faculty, and academic advisors. The board also approved budget resolutions, Microsoft software renewals, a bid for control system upgrades, and a tuition and fee schedule for 2023-24 and 2024-25. Finally, the meeting recognized the 2023 Metropolitan Community College Distinguished Alumni Award recipient.

The Board of Governors' meeting included discussions on the College's annual mission achievement plan (MAP) and its connection to budget creation. The modernization of IT systems, particularly the student information system (SIS), was presented, outlining goals for improved student support and data management. Campus and master planning updates were shared, focusing on the western portion of the campus and future development, including potential partnerships and a real estate utilization strategy. The Path Forward initiative, aimed at improving student success, was reviewed. Legislative updates, particularly regarding LB783 and its impact on property tax levies, were discussed. Finally, potential changes to Board Policy 60205 regarding personnel appointments and separations were introduced.

The meeting included a public hearing and budget discussions. Key budget items involved approving an additional 1% restricted funds authority and carryforward, amending the proposed budget for 2024-25, setting the final property tax request, and adopting the amended budget statement. Reports included those from ex-officio board members (student and faculty), the chair, other board members, and the president. The president's report highlighted the upcoming Sarpy County Campus approval, the FY 2025-27 biennium budget proposal, and the importance of dual enrollment. Personnel appointments were approved, along with licensed and professional services providers and a contractor for Sarpy County Campus grading and excavation. The board also established meeting dates for 2025 and the college's academic calendar for 2025-26.