Suny Nassau Community College

The committee reviewed several procurement agreements, including the appointment of Clifton Larson Allen LLP for annual financial audit services, the retention of three contractors for on-call microbial remediation services, and an increase in annual expenditure for general construction services provided by Saracino Construction Corp. Additionally, the agenda included a review of the Independent Auditor's Report, the presentation of the proposed 2026/2027 draft budget, the proposed 2026/2027 tuition and fee schedule, and the Comptroller's report.

The committee reviewed an update on the college capital plan, including the status of various projects and the commitment to incorporate projected timelines in future presentations. The Comptroller's report detailed examinations of OTPS and Personal Services expenditures for the previous month, confirming compliance with regulatory and purchasing requirements, along with an update on accounts receivable collections. Additionally, the committee received information regarding a favorable draft of the recent audit.

The meeting centered on detailed enrollment updates, including a report on spring census results which showed growth in continuing student numbers and total enrollment. Discussions covered the significant expansion of the dual enrollment program, which allows high school students to earn college credits, and the positive start to summer registration trends. The committee also examined enrollment data discrepancies, noting declines in first-time-in-college and transfer populations, and received clarification on the classification of students within supportive academic programs versus general enrollment categories.

The Board of Trustees discussed a report from the Senate regarding new degree programs, course proposals, and upcoming academic calendars. The Board also entered into an Executive Session to discuss litigation and personnel matters. Additionally, the meeting included reports on student and faculty achievements, athletic team successes, and public comments from professors urging the approval of faculty promotions and sabbaticals.

The agenda for the Board of Trustees meeting includes a Salute to the Flag, a report from the Academic Senate Chair, and reports from the Standing Committees, including a Report of the Chief Administrative Officer. The Board is scheduled to enter an Executive Session to discuss proposed, pending, or current litigation, and matters related to the employment history or disciplinary actions concerning any individual or corporation, before reopening the public session.