Montgomery County Community College

The committee meeting agenda focused on several key items including the fiscal year 2027 annual budget, a review of the 2025-26 commercial insurance coverage and facilities policy, and revisions to the policies regarding naming of college facilities and student fundraising. Other major topics included a recommendation for the building automation system upgrade, the renewal of the Ellucian software license, and a comprehensive review of the treasurer's report including fiscal year-end projections. Additionally, the committee addressed standard information items such as credit reports, vendor acquisitions, and portfolio updates, as well as old business concerning the 2021 Voluntary Separation Incentive Program closeout and the fiscal year 2026 engagement letter.

The meeting included the review and action on the FY2027 digital and traditional marketing budget and the RFP recommendation for the Montco Cultural Center theater roof replacement. Additionally, the committee received an update on the preliminary FY2027 annual budget, a portfolio update and market outlook from Bryn Mawr Trust, and the Treasurer's report including year-to-date budget variances. Standard information items reviewed included the 2026 fiscal year credit report, single vendor acquisitions, and monthly portfolio updates.

The committee reviewed and acted upon several policies, including revisions to the Use of College Facilities Policy and the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Policy. The meeting covered health and welfare plan renewals, updates on NAEYC accreditation status, and a preliminary annual budget update for FY2027. Additionally, the committee reviewed the Treasurer's report and fiscal year credit reports, and discussed independent auditing services and funding notifications for the Challenger Learning Center.

This strategic plan, titled 'Montco For All,' outlines the institution's commitment to serving its students, employees, and communities, while advancing equity, opportunity, and social justice. The plan focuses on three core pillars: Ensuring Student Learning, Enhancing Employee Experience, and Expanding Community Participation. It aims to develop a holistic student experience, provide career pathways for employees, and grow community engagement to promote lifelong learning and economic development.

The meeting agenda includes several key components. Initial items cover a welcome, the Pledge of Allegiance, and public testimony. Officer elections will be conducted based on the Nominating Committee's report. The consent agenda involves reviewing multiple financial reports, including the Treasurer's Report year-to-date through December 31, 2025, budget variance reports, and credit reports. Information items cover portfolio updates, funding status, faculty promotions, and workforce analysis reports for November and December 2025. Action items focus on the disbursement of Community College Capital Restricted Funds and proposals for the FY2027 Tuition and Fees budget, as well as requests to modify curricula for Engineering Technology, Mass Media, and Sound Recording and Music Technology programs. Reports from the President and Chair are also scheduled.