Suny Tompkins Cortland Community College

The board discussed several items including the appointment of board officers, the adoption of a new policy on the development and retirement of policies, and the approval of revisions to the FERPA policy to incorporate Beau's Law. Updates were provided on the college's Middle States accreditation, the Institutional Effectiveness division's onboarding program, and the progress of the Achieving the Dream Action Plan. Additionally, the board reviewed treasurer and CFO reports, academic portfolio updates, enrollment figures, and received reports from the college administration, student affairs, and academic divisions.

The board discussed several administrative items, including resolutions for the appreciation and appointment of a Deputy Clerk and a student trustee. Financial and budget updates were provided, including an overview of the 2025 Audit findings and a subsequent Corrective Action Plan. Additionally, reports were heard from the Treasurer, President, Student Trustee, and various committees. Academic portfolio reviews, enrollment updates, and policy revisions were also covered, alongside resolutions regarding the discontinuation of specific certificate and degree programs and adjustments to professional service positions.

The board meeting primarily focused on a presentation regarding the 2025 Annual Audit, conducted by representatives from Bonadio & Co., LLP. Additionally, the agenda included an executive session for board members.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered several key topics including the presentation of the 2025 annual audit, the proposed 2026-27 operating and capital budgets, and the 2026-2027 tuition and fee schedule. The meeting included reports from the Treasurer/CFO, Board Chair, Student Trustee, and President, detailing institutional metrics, budget development, personnel matters, and community partnerships such as the one with the Family Health Network. Additionally, resolutions were adopted regarding the acceptance of the 2025 audit, the adoption of the proposed operating and capital budget, the tuition and fee schedule, and appreciations for retirees and award recipients.

The committee discussed the 2025 Annual Audit update and received a presentation on the proposed 2026-27 operating and capital budget. Financial reports covering revenue, enrollment, expenditures, and employee benefit schedules were reviewed. Discussions included the status of an IT cybersecurity audit, legislative session funding for community colleges, and an update regarding the Community College Insurance Consortium. Additionally, the capital improvement plan and deferred maintenance projects were presented for approval.