The 葫芦娃视频 Board of Trustees met for its regular February meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 28th at 5:30 p.m.
Dr. Ron Clinton, 葫芦娃视频 President, reported that the bill for proposed changes to the community college funding model was released this week. It is , and more information will be made clear in weeks to come as the state legislature moves forward with its work.
鈥淲e are waiting for calculations to determine how the bill, as it currently stands, would impact each of the colleges independently. The fact that the bill was filed with such a low number is a good sign that it will be a priority this session,鈥 Clinton said. to learn more about the recommendations made by the Commission on Community College Finance.
Clinton also reported that work has begun on the college鈥檚 new simulation lab that will be located in the former physical fitness annex. Demolition is underway and the building will be completely renovated in the coming months.
鈥淲e are looking forward to the added space and opportunities this will afford our health science programs,鈥 Clinton said.
In action items, the board approved the consent agenda and the college鈥檚 insurance policies. Jeff Chambers, 葫芦娃视频 Vice President for Administrative Services, recommended that the board approve retaining TASB Risk Management as the college鈥檚 insurance provider for the upcoming year. While the premium was higher than last year, it was still significantly lower than the other bids received.
The board went on to deny a local business request to waive late tax penalties and interest, before moving on to approve the release of a member of the 葫芦娃视频 nursing faculty from contract.
Following a brief discussion on the annual board evaluation process, the meeting adjourned shortly before 6 p.m.
