Accreditation - Hartnell College!!

GANN limit calculation, 5% law compliance, FON compliance and financial and operating
audit all indicate that the institution’s goals are aligned with students’ success. (III.D.8.a
2012 Audit Report)
The college allocates resources based on priorities established by integrating institutional
planning using standard guidelines outlined in the Educational Master Plan, Program
Review, and Facilities Master Plan. The college’s stated goals and resource allocation are
reviewed in a timely manner by presentation to the Resource Allocation Committee and
Board of Trustees. (III.D.19 Ed Master Plan, III.D.20 Facilities Master Plan, III.D.6.a-c
Presentations, III.D.2 RAC Minutes)
Self Evaluation
Financial documents, including the budget and independent audit, have a high degree of
credibility and accuracy, and reflect appropriate allocation and use of financial resources to
support student learning programs and services. (III.D.8.d November 14, 2012 Auditor
Letter)
As outlined in the most recent audit, Hartnell Community College is meeting all of the
required budgeting and accounting standards and practices with no significant exceptions.
In addition to the standard monthly review and approval of bills, invoices and budget
transfers, the Board of Trustees has formed and ad-hoc audit committee that meets with
auditors twice each year and reviews state quarterly finance reports. This has broadened the
understanding of the governing body.
The college meets this standard.
Planning Agenda
Update the health benefits actuarial report every two years as required by GASB. The
District has contributed approximately 85% of the funding requirements as of June 30, 2011.
Develop strong modeling tools for the monthly calculcation of the college’s performance on
the 50% law. This will provide timely data to management to respond quickly to any
negative trend in the 50% requirement.
III.D.2.b
Institutional responses to external audit findings are comprehensive, timely, and
communicated appropriately.
Descriptive Summary
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