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j. Second Reading and Adoption – Board Policies and Administrative
Procedures
Dr. Duran reminded the Board these policies and procedures were first
reviewed at the Board workshop on November 14, 2011. Three policies and
one administrative procedure are being presented.
MSC (Braxton/McCabe) to adopt the Board Policies and Administrative
Procedures 2715, 2740, and 3200 as presented. The student advisory
vote was aye.
18. To the Board for Information
a. Quarterly Financial Status Report, 2011-12 Fiscal Year; Quarter Ended
September 30, 2011
Vice President Brewington stated it is required by Title 5 and Chancellor’s
Office to bring this report to the Board quarterly. Revenues and expenses are
on track with the budget approved by the Board. Cash flow is an area of
constant focus. The State is withholding apportionment and with the
utilization of TRANs our cash flow is being managed. The District is waiting
to hear if the triggers will be implemented. It is being said that tier 1 will be
implemented and tier 2 is a possibility. The budget committee will meet next
Monday.
b. Review Board Development and Education Workshop
Dr. Duran said the facilitator notes have been included as information and
evidence for accreditation. The policies listed in the notes were just adopted.
Setting a date for the spring workshop will be on the agenda for the January
meeting. Stacey will contact each Trustee in attempt to identify a possible
date ahead of the January meeting.
c. Accreditation Update
Dr. Newins provided an update on the activities related to accreditation.
The Assessment Review Committee (ARC), will maintain oversight of the
quality of program reviews completed campus wide. It also will address
coordination and implementation of Institutional Student Learning Outcomes.
The Accreditation Committee will be an ongoing committee devoted to
meeting the ACCJC standards, completing necessary reports, and providing
training and communication for the campus.
Several other working groups are being formed to address Recommendation
8, related to Human Resources.
There will be significant time devoted over the next few months to review and
revision where needed our governance structures and processes, further
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