Triton College

The Board of Trustees meeting included several action items. Business addressed included the approval of travel for Trustee Tracy Jennings to an ICCTA meeting, approval of budget transfers across Education, Maintenance, and Auxiliary funds totaling $165,349.00 for January 2026 allocations, and approval of an agreement up to $37,000 with Garrick Michael Consulting for Athletic Department assistance. The Board considered approving an agreement for the use of meeting space at the River Forest Civic Center Authority for the RSVP Tax Assistance Program at no cost to the College. Further actions included approving a $5,000 vendor limit increase for Wolters Kluwer Health for NCLEX test preparation materials, approving an Affiliation Agreement with University of Chicago Medical Center for health career clinical experiences, and approving a Cooperative Affiliation Agreement with AdaptHealth, LLC for Respiratory Care program clinical experiences. The Board also approved the release of September 23, 2025, Closed Session Minutes and authorized the destruction of Closed Session verbatim recordings from January 23, 2024, and February 5, 2024. Reports were presented by Employee Groups and the Student Senate concerning the positive start to the Spring 2026 semester, faculty engagement, ADA compliance progress, and enrollment trends. The President's Report highlighted the Triton College Child Development Center receiving the Gold Circle of Quality designation.

The Triton College 2025 Fact Book presents important statistical data across various institutional aspects. It covers academic programs, student enrollment trends, graduate outcomes, student success metrics, financial aid, facilities, and financial performance. The document provides a detailed statistical overview, including data for the latest five-year period and Fall 2025 demographics.

The agenda for the regular meeting included several key actions and reports. New Business involved a second reading of updates to Campus Safety Board Policies (3519, 3519.1, 3519.6) to comply with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act. Action Exhibits covered the approval of the 2025 Tax Levy, a resolution abating taxes levied for debt service on Series 2020A, 2020B, and 2020C Bonds totaling an abatement of $3,452,764.51, certification of compliance with the Truth in Taxation Act, approval of budget transfers for FY 2026 totaling $362,384.00 across Education, Maintenance, and Auxiliary Funds, authorization of final payment for the Roof Guard Systems Phase 2 Project, increases to vendor limits for Global Equipment Co, Inc. ($75,000), Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. ($125,000), and Westworx Ltd. ($75,000), authorization to sell obsolete college property via online auction, approval of 2026 PPO Employee Co-Premium Rates (representing a 3% increase), and ratification of a Mid-Management Negotiated Agreement 2026-2031. The Board also reviewed Purchasing Schedules and Bills and Invoices, and addressed the Human Resources Report.

Key discussions included the approval of action exhibits and purchasing schedules, such as the acquisition of the Hamilton-G5 Demo Ventilator Machine for Respiratory Care, replacement of Radiology Equipment in Building F, and approval for Spring Break Camps for community children. The President's Report highlighted the Triton College Child Development Center achieving the Gold Circle of Quality designation. Recognition was also given to staff members for their efforts in maintaining a safe environment during recent severe weather events. The Chairman noted the resumption of classes and thanked faculty, staff, and administration for their dedication to ongoing initiatives.

The meeting covered agenda items under New Business, specifically action exhibits related to College Curriculum Committee Recommendations and the Student Community Employment Experience with the Westchester Food Pantry. The latter involved a presentation on the S.E.E.D Program Community Work Experience partnership, where students will assist clients with sorting, shelving, and general setup tasks.