Harford Community College
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Harford Community College
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Mission
Harford Community College is a dynamic, open-access institution that provides high quality
educational experiences for the community. The College promotes lifelong learning, workforce
development, and social and cultural enrichment.
Vision
We aspire to make our great college even better.
Values
We at Harford Community College are accountable to our students, the community, and each
other, and hold the following values to be fundamental:
 Lifelong Learning
We value lifelong learning as the foundation for a better life. We prepare our students to
contribute to their community and the world as knowledgeable, creative problem solvers and
critical thinkers. We believe that learning should be engaging, stimulating, and enjoyable.
 Integrity
We believe that honesty, sincerity, fairness, respect, and trust are the foundation of everything
we do.
 Excellence
We are creative, flexible, innovative, and passionate in our work and provide leadership in the
community. Our highly qualified faculty and staff, and our exceptional programs and services
reflect our commitment to excellence.
 Diversity
We respect individual points of view, embrace differences, respect intellectual freedom, and
promote critical discourse. We are open and inclusive in our attitudes, enrollment policies, and
hiring practices.
 Communication and Collaboration
We are committed to teamwork, open and effective communication, and building internal and
external partnerships.
 Service
We believe in helping others, and we provide a safe and supportive environment. We are
accessible and responsive to our students, our community, and each other.
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Board of Trustees
Richard P. Streett, Jr., V.M.D., Chair
(At-Large; Term Expires 2009)
Bradley R. Stover, J.D., Vice-Chair
(District F; Term Expires 2009)
John F. Haggerty
(At-Large; Term Expires 2012)
Doris G. Carey
(District A; Term Expires 2011)
Howard K. McComas, IV
(District C; Term Expires 2008)
James J. Valdes, Ph.D.
(District E; Term Expires 2008)
Bryan E. Kelly, CFP®
(At-Large; Term Expires 2010)
Susan E. Mull
(District B; Term Expires 2010)
Douglas G. Wright, M.D.
(District D; Term Expires 2009)
James F. LaCalle, Ed.D., President/Secretary-Treasurer
Senior Staff
John L. Cox, CPA, Vice President
Finance, Operations, and Government Relations
Luba Chliwniak, Ph.D., Vice President
Instruction
Deborah J. Cruise, Ph.D., Vice President
Student Development and Institutional Effectiveness
Joy Hatch, Ph.D., Vice President
Information Technology
Brenda Blackburn, Vice President
Marketing, Development, and Community Relations
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Harford Community College
Overview
Harford Community College (HCC), founded in 1957, is a comprehensive two-year institution
of higher education addressing the diverse educational needs of Harford County. An open
admissions institution that views learning as a life-long activity, the College provides transfer
and career programs and continuing education courses to challenge and to support students. The
College offers two-year curricula in more than 68 programs of study leading to an Associate in
Arts, Associate in Science, or an Associate in Applied Science degree that can transfer to a fouryear program or lead to immediate employment. Shorter curricula are offered leading to a
Certificate in 18 occupational fields.
The College strives to maintain a campus atmosphere conducive to excellence in learning and
teaching. As the only public college located in the county, Harford Community College serves as
the coordinator of post-secondary education in Harford County. The College strives to remain
responsive to its community by continuously assessing the needs and interests of Harford County
residents and, in response to the changing needs of its community, HCC has established a
direction and focus for its educational program. The budget process strives to merge resources
with identified needs.
A nine member Board of Trustees governs Harford Community College. Each member of the
Board is appointed by the Governor to a term of five years. A trustee may serve a maximum of
two terms. The Board of Trustees plays an integral role in the College Community including
establishing policy and developing an annual budget.
Harford County’s access to the Boston/Washington corridor’s transportation network and the
competitive cost-of-living compared to the other counties in the region makes the county ideal
for business growth. High quality technical education that meets the requirements of a changing
economy is a critical need in Harford County. The College augments the county’s efforts to
drive economic development and attract and retain successful enterprises as new program needs
continue to emerge.
The College is not only the educational center of the county, it is a cultural and recreational
center as well. A cultural events program and a community theater produce a full series of
offerings each year. Thomas Run Park, located on the College campus, is a sports complex
serving adult athletic needs for tournaments, evening activities, and special events.
Campus Location
The campus occupies 332 acres, geographically centered in Harford County, near Bel Air,
Maryland. The campus provides 287,345 assignable square feet of space. Harford County is
located in northeastern Maryland and consists of 448 square miles with a population of 244,130
The county contains three incorporated towns, Bel Air, Havre de Grace and Aberdeen, of which
Bel Air is the county seat.
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Harford County is situated 60 miles north of Washington, D.C., 20 miles north of Baltimore and
75 miles south of Philadelphia. Two major highways, U.S. Route 40 and Interstate 95, traverse
the county and provide access to the Baltimore/Washington and Philadelphia/Wilmington areas
and to the New Jersey Turnpike. Two mainline railroads cross the county - CSX and Amtrak. In
addition, the Port of Baltimore and the Port of Wilmington serve the offshore movement of
larger cargo, which is vital to many of our businesses.
HCC
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Institutional Identity
Harford Community College is a vibrant, innovative learning organization committed to
providing students with access to education, training, and services as well as to improving the
quality of life for all residents by enhancing the social and economic development of the county.
Governed by the State and focused on the community, HCC is an agile and responsive higher
education enterprise where student learning is first, where business and educational partnerships
are developed, where the community is enriched, and where quality lifelong education is the
ultimate goal.
Instructional Opportunities
The College maintains a campus conducive to excellence in learning, teaching by providing
transfer, career, developmental, and continuing education programs to challenge and support
students who can benefit from its programs and services. Community colleges hold the key to
preparing their communities and citizens for the 21st century and the challenges and
opportunities of a global economy by providing a nonpartisan venue for the discussion and
resolution of social, economic, and related issues.
HCC is recognized as an exemplary learning and teaching community that fosters service and
promotes success for students in undergraduate education. The College is a valued resource and
leader in academic quality, cultural enrichment and economic development characterized by
continuous improvement, innovation, and community development. To fulfill the mission and
vision, HCC is strongly committed to diversity, integrity, academic excellence, and achievement
of individual and institutional goals. The College administration, faculty, and staff are dedicated
to building trust, respect, and confidence among colleagues, students, and community members.
HCC is classified as a medium-size, two-year Associate's College pursuant to the Carnegie
Commission Classification and is distinct as the only institution of higher education in Harford
County. Harford Community College offers a diverse curriculum in 68 associate degree
programs including Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Sciences (AS), Associate of Applied
Sciences (AAS), and Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) degrees. The Associate of Applied
Sciences in Technical/Professional Studies is unique in the State and transfers to the Bachelor in
Technical/Professional Studies to provide second career adults along with the high school
graduate not in a college track with higher education degree opportunities and employment
options.
An Honors Program is offered to students on a selective basis who meet admissions
requirements. Once admitted, students may select Honors courses along with courses unique to
their degree program. Students who complete nine credits of Honors coursework will receive
“Honors” designation on their transcript and be recognized at graduation. The College also
offers credit programs that lead to certificates or diplomas and noncredit certification programs.
Upper division and graduate programs are brokered by HCC with other colleges/universities at
the Higher Education Center.
Demographics
During the Fall 2007, 5,710 students were enrolled in credit courses. Approximately 61% of
HCC students are female and 39% are male. On average, more than half of Harford County
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residents attending Maryland institutions of higher education at the undergraduate/lower division
level attend Harford Community College. Nearly 20% of the students are members of minority
groups. Approximately 44% of HCC students attend full-time, a significant increase from 32%
seven years ago.
MHEC projects HCC headcount enrollment to increase 23% and FTE to increase 25% by 2014.
This growth outpaces that projected on average for all community colleges (headcount average
16%; FTE average 18%). Harford County’s population is projected to grow more than 5% by
2010 to 257,000. Moreover, the growth in population associated with base realignment and
closure (BRAC) at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) is expected to affect the College as the
number of graduates of Harford County Public Schools increases the eligible enrollment
population. In addition, the increased personnel and support staff associated with this growth
will increase enrollment and demand for training.
Credit students are generally distributed equally among transfer programs, occupationaltechnical programs, and non-degree seeking or undecided about their degree pursuits.
Approximately 94% of HCC students are in-county students. Each year, between one-third and
one-half of students enroll in developmental courses in English, reading, math or all three subject
areas.
The non-credit enrollment continues to grow. Student enrollment increased by more than 4% in
FY 2007 to 16,496.
Priorities of Initiatives Identified in the State Plan
The Maryland Higher Education Commission has established the Maryland State Plan for
Postsecondary Education intended to engage the community in the utilization and investment in
postsecondary education as a tool for intellectual, social, and economic growth. The goals
include: access and affordability; quality and effectiveness; diversity and student-centered
learning; and, economic growth and vitality.
Access and Affordability
Harford Community College is making steady progress toward reaching its benchmarks for
accessibility and affordability. Both credit and non-credit headcount is growing, as both areas
continue to see increases in enrollments. Tuition continues to remain one of the lowest at
community colleges in the State, allowing students from all socioeconomic levels to enroll. The
market share of first-time, full-time freshmen remains strong.
Through the “Junior Invasion” program, HCC continues to increase the numbers of high school
juniors completing the Accuplacer academic skills assessment to determine readiness for
enrollment in college-level courses. These students then register for appropriate HCC courses or
remedial courses for their senior year, depending on their level of readiness for college. Having
met with HCC admissions and advising personnel in their junior year and completing their
college preparation courses or HCC college-level courses in their senior year, these students are
more likely to enroll in college at HCC immediately following their high school graduation.
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In support of the 2004 Maryland State Plan for Postsecondary Education’s Accessibility and
Affordability Goal, the HCC Financial Aid Office worked closely with the Development and
Finance Offices to secure additional funding for scholarships and grants. The HCC Foundation
increased its funding 21%, by $33,554, over the previous year, and the College increased its
support 46%, by $118,854, for financial aid to credit students. As a result, significant increases in
aid occurred for need-based students, merit students, non-US citizens, returning adults, and
military dependents. The College also provided $80,000 for grants to need-based students
enrolled in continuing education workforce development courses and programs. Additionally, the
College provided approximately 25 refurbished computers to need-based students to support
their academic endeavors in their homes.
On-line degrees and expanded use of technology for business, industry, and agency training
improve learning and access. Microsoft and related vendor agreements attempt to contain costs;
Maryland Community College Teleconsortium and collaborations with University of Maryland
University College attempt to meet needs in a coordinated fashion; on-site training offered with
College laptops enable HCC to stay current and fulfills our obligation for state-of-the-art worker
preparation.
Quality and Effectiveness
In support of the 2004 Maryland State Plan for Postsecondary Education’s Quality and
Effectiveness Goal and Student Centered Learning Systems Goal, HCC has been involved with
the leadership of the Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) to more closely examine the
academic preparedness and success of high school graduates who attend HCC. The goal of the
initiative is to “close the gap” between high school exit criteria and college entry criteria in order
to create a seamless transition from high school to college. The initiative involves
administrators, faculty and staff from both HCC and HCPS. Improvements should be in place
for the Fall 2008 entering students.
Harford Community College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges. The
Associate of Sciences Degree Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing
Accrediting Commission. The Histotechnology Program is accredited by the National
Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. The Paralegal Studies Program is
approved by the American Bar Association. The College holds membership in numerous
national, regional, state, and local professional associations.
Harford Community College has an open enrollment practice. A student who is at least 16 years
of age and who can benefit from college course enrollment is eligible to enroll. A student whose
work at Harford Community College has been interrupted for two or more years must file for
readmission. Prospective students must complete an application for enrollment and are advised
to seek the assistance of advisors or counselors for academic, career, or transfer information.
Certain programs have limited/competitive enrollment.
Diversity
The progress and achievement of African American students show a great deal of improvement
over this past year. HCC continues to grow and develop the “Rites of Passage” program to assist
and support at-risk African American students. As part of the Rites of Passage program, the
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Admissions Office implemented a targeted recruiting plan to make HCC more accessible for
African-Americans, males in particular. Initiatives included informal and formal connections
with the local churches and individual contacts and correspondence with each Harford County
Public Schools high school. Admissions presentations have been conducted in several churches
and an admissions specialist also has regular information sessions with minority students in three
of the local high schools. Phone calls are made to minority students who apply but have not yet
enrolled to assist them with the enrollment process. All of these initiatives support the 2004
Maryland State Plan for Postsecondary Education’s Diversity Goal.
In addition, the Human Resources Office is currently undergoing structural changes to be more
focused on human resources development. This will provide more ongoing support,
development, and recognition to the employees, improving the success and retention of a diverse
workforce.
Economic Growth, Vitality, and Workforce Development
Overall, HCC is making good progress toward reaching the economic and workforce
development benchmarks. In support of the 2004 Maryland State Plan for Postsecondary
Education’s Economic Growth and Vitality Goal, HCC is involved with the Academy of Finance
signature program at Edgewood High School, providing two members to the Academy advisory
board. College activities include speaking to a Business Strategies for Success class, job
shadowing, student professional development opportunities and paid summer internships. HCC
Career Services staff members also facilitated a Dress for Success workshop for the Academy of
Finance students.
HCC is also involved with the HCPS in several other initiatives to support the State Plan by
promoting the development of a highly qualified workforce including:
 the Eighth Annual Career Information and Job Fair where 55 employers and 200 students
from the Harford County middle, high and post-secondary schools participated;
 job preparation workshops to Harford Technical High School and C. Milton Wright High
School students about nursing and other health care careers;
 partnering in the Reconnecting Youth program that recruits recent high school dropouts and
works to enroll and support them in the HCC GED program.
Harford Community College personnel have continued interaction with community
organizations, employers and government agencies on issues relating to the Base Realignment
and Closure (BRAC) decisions. The College has representation on many of the State and County
BRAC-related planning committees and has assisted with the dissemination of information to the
business community and populace in general.
In response to homeland and computer security, Harford Community College’s Information
Systems Security (ISS) degree was recently approved and courses offered in Spring 2007.
During the Spring 2007 semester, six (6) credit students were enrolled in the ISS program and
approximately 14 students were completing the upper level programming courses leading to a
degree or certificate in the data processing field as defined by MHEC. Continued progress
toward this benchmark is expected with the new ISS degree, the improving market for
technology careers, and BRAC initiatives.
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Harford provides rich and diverse educational opportunities in order to meet Harford County’s
and Maryland’s changing workforce needs. These opportunities include:
Continuing Education and Training
The Continuing Education Division offers certification programs that prepare learners for
immediate entry into the career field of study, and provides required certificates for avocational
pursuits, such as boating or motorcycling. The Business and Industry Training department works
closely with the Harford County Office of Economic Development to deliver a wide range of
contracted training. Training is customized to meet the individual needs of participating clients.
Training is offered on-site, on the main campus of Harford Community College, or at the Higher
Education Center. Laptop computers are available for on-site training.
Harford Leadership Academy
The Harford Leadership Academy is a leadership development project co-sponsored by Harford
Community College and the Harford County Chamber of Commerce. Its objective is to prepare
Harford Countians for leadership positions with business and civic organizations in the county.
The 14-week seminar series focuses on developing and enhancing the skills necessary for
effective leadership in the rapidly changing community.
Harford County Electrical Contractors Association Apprenticeship Training Program
The Harford County Electrical Contractors Association was founded in 1949. In 1975, they
initiated and coordinated, on the campus of Harford Community College, what is now the largest
electrical apprenticeship program in the State of Maryland. The Apprenticeship program is
recognized by employers as a premier program for all entry-level workers in the field.
Sheriff's Training Academy
The Harford County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) Training Academy works in partnership with
Harford Community College to offer entry-level correctional and law enforcement officer
training. Primary instructors are recognized experts in their field and are approved by the
Maryland Police Training Commission and Harford Community College. Police and correctional
in-service classes are also offered at the training academy. In addition to HCSO employees,
students from around the state attend in-service training.
Public Safety Training Institute (P.S.T.I.)
The Public Safety Training Institute is a coalition of Harford County public safety agencies
working together to provide quality, professional training at an affordable cost. Co-sponsored
events prevent duplication of training efforts, promote professionalism among public safety
personnel, and provide an opportunity for participants to network with colleagues from other
agencies.
Susquehanna Human Resource Association
The Susquehanna Human Resource Association promotes quality human resource services to
meet the needs of member organizations and their employees, through professional development,
training, resource sharing, and networking.
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Harford Community College Cable Network (HCN)
Harford Cable Network shares facilities at the HCC campus. HCC students and staff of HCN
collaborate on training and broadcasting.
Community Outreach
Harford Community College collaborates effectively with employers, Harford County Public
Schools, and other organizations to provide a variety of valuable learning opportunities for
students, to serve key constituencies, and to benefit Harford County residents.
Outreach and Partnerships with Employers
To promote training and education in the health and human services fields, HCC partnered with
Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center to offer Medicine Aide Training and joined with several
partners including the Governor’s Office for Children, the Harford County Partnership for
Families, Aberdeen Community Action Coalition, and the Disproportionate Minority Contract
Advisory Committee to offer a Human Services Education Series.
In cooperation with four-year academic partners, HCC hosted educational events for employers
in the field of Homeland Security (with Johns Hopkins University) and Project Management
(with University of Maryland) and College of Notre Dame provided general graduate and
undergraduate information sessions.
HCC is working very closely with area employers and the Harford County Government to
prepare for the growth and workforce changes expected related to BRAC. HCC provided Battelle
with leased office space during their building planning and partnered with Harford County
Government to house the Regional BRAC Office.
Outreach and Partnerships with Harford County Public Schools (HCPS)
HCC sponsors Project DreamWork at Edgewood Middle School. The program provides an afterschool “Clubhouse” for studying and academic enrichment activities and in-school tutoring
support; an annual Career Expo involving many area employers; a summer career exploration
camp; and field trips to the HCC campus which include career discernment games and activities
designed and provided by the HCC Advising and Career staff. HCC also works with the Greater
Edgewood Educational Foundation, the 21st Century Learning Center and the Boyz to Men Math
and Leadership Academy to promote academic success, college readiness, and career
exploration.
To educate students about environmental responsibility and sustainability, HCC transported and
hosted over 200 high school students at the Mid-Atlantic Renewable Energy Expo on the HCC
campus. The Regional Higher Education Center collaborated with the Harford County and Cecil
County Public Schools to publish graduate-level course offerings in their professional
development catalogs so that regional teachers were informed about opportunities offered in the
County. The Higher Education Center also provided space for an immunization site for Harford
County Public Schools.
The HCC Cultural Arts program recruits, trains, and hires students from Harford Technical High
School for the technical crew and other support positions for HCC theater performances.
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Outreach and Partnerships with Community Organizations
HCC Advising and Career Services staff members collaborated with other Harford County
agencies (Susquehanna Workforce Network, Maryland Job Service, Aberdeen Proving Ground,
Harford County Office of Economic Development, and Department of Rehabilitation Services)
to present the Harford County Job Fair. Fifty-five employers and 800 job seekers attended this
fair. To celebrate National Career Development Day, four “International” community leaders
participated in a workshop sponsored by the HCC Advising and Career Services staff with the
theme, One World, Many Cultures, Many Careers. Panelists talked about how culture has
influenced their career choice, and how culture affects their definition of career satisfaction.
They also talked about what it is like for them to interact with people who come from different
cultural backgrounds.
The Higher Education and Conference Center was the host training site at no charge for the
Harford County Department of Social Services, the Harford County Drug Control Policy, and the
Susquehanna Workforce Network this past year. In conjunction with American Red Cross, HCC
created Family Caregiving class series and in conjunction with Northern Chesapeake Hospice
Foundation, HCC offered the seminar Decisions Near the End of Life.
The Continuing Education and Training (CET) division offered New Visions for Women, a day
long seminar with workshops, which featured keynoter Lynne Brick, of Brick Bodies Fitness
Centers, and was sponsored and supported by Upper Chesapeake Health, American Association
of University Women, YMCA, and Harford County Public Library. For middle school children,
the CET division offered spring training sports camps during the HCPS spring break to
accommodate child care needs for working parents.
Cultural and Leadership Programs
Through an agreement with the National Players of Olney Theater Center, America’s longest
running classical touring company, HCC’s Cultural Events and Performing Arts area hosted a
day-long event which included workshops and a performance offered to Harford and Cecil
County high school students. The workshops consisted of hands-on participation in acting
exercises, voice and movement, stage combat, and improvisation followed by a performance of
Othello.
Caledonia, featuring Celtic music and dance, was presented at the Amoss Center in February
2007, and enjoyed by an intergenerational, multi-cultural audience. A smaller group of theatre
patrons, several of whom are members of the Harford County Highland Society, attended the
pre-show lecture conducted by Bonnie Rideout at no additional cost.
Harford County Public Schools middle school children and their parents attended the Alice in
Wonderland performance. The children were members of the 21st Century Learning Center
program for disadvantaged and at-risk students. Additionally, the School Concerts Committee
coordinates with HCC to fund elementary, middle, and high school student tickets to HCC
cultural performances during the school year.
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HCC Continuing Education and Training division offered trips to the King Tut Exhibit and The
White House which drew 350 attendees, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, for a docent led tour of the
battlefields entitled Leadership Lessons from the Battlefield, Historic Jamestown and Colonial
Williamsburg, Virginia, and held educational events on campus co-sponsored by the
Archaeological Society of the Northern Chesapeake.
Institutional Performance and Accountability
This section provides an overview of the College’s performance over the previous year in the
areas of academic trends, demographic trends, financial trends, and community outreach. The
data indicators provided are designed to help gauge and understand the performance and
accountability of funding provided to the College. Moreover, this serves as a basis for the
funding request for FY 2009 and Harford County’s continued investment in education.
Accountability Indicators and Benchmarks
HCC 2007 Accountability Report
Student Characteristics (not Benchmarked)
These descriptors are not performance indicators subject to improvement by the college, but clarify
institutional mission and provide context for interpreting the performance indicators below.
A
B
Percent credit students enrolled part-time
Students with developmental education
needs
C
.
D
Total unduplicated headcount enrollment
in ESOL courses
Financial aid recipients
a. Percent receiving Pell grants
b. Percent receiving any financial aid
E
F
Student racial/ethnic distribution
a. African American
b. Asian, Pacific Islander
c. Hispanic
d. Native American
e. White
f. Foreign
g. Other
Wage growth of occupational degree
graduates
a. Median income one year prior to
graduation
b. Median income three years after
graduation
c. Percent increase
Fall
2003
Fall
2004
Fall
2005
Fall
2006
60.2%
71.4%
59.3%
78.9%
58.0%
77.1%
56.8%
75.7%
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
215
241
250
255
12.5%
23.7%
13.3%
25.2%
12.4%
24.6%
11.6%
24.4%
Fall
2003
Fall
2004
Fall
2005
Fall
2006
10.0%
2.2%
2.6%
0.5%
81.6%
0.3%
2.8%
10.6%
2.2%
2.6%
0.3%
81.5%
0.3%
2.5%
10.6%
2.5%
2.5%
0.3%
80.2%
0.6%
3.3%
10.5%
2.6%
2.3%
0.4%
79.7%
0.8%
3.9%
00 GR
Cohort
01 GR
Cohort
02 GR
Cohort
03 GR
Cohort
$13,077
13,918
13,849
$13,935
$30,423
40,261
43,463
$37,626
144%
133%
189%
no
benchmark
Benchmark
FY 2010
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A
B
C
D
E
Annual unduplicated headcount
a. Total
b. Credit students
c. Non-credit students
Market share of first-time, full-time
freshmen
Market share of part-time undergraduates
Market share of recent, college-bound
high school graduates
Enrollment in online courses
a. Credit
b. Non-credit
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
Benchmark
FY 2010
23,253
7,786
16,343
23,135
7,598
16,352
22,580
7,607
15,710
23,569
7,706
16,713
24,325
8,195
17,000
Fall
2003
Fall
2004
Fall
2005
Fall
2006
Benchmark
Fall 2010
54.5%
59.4%
61.6%
58.3%
62.0%
Fall
2003
Fall
2004
Fall
2005
Fall
2006
Benchmark
Fall 2010
74.3%
70.9%
69.8%
68.0%
74.0%
AY 0203
AY 0304
AY 0405
AY 0506
Benchmark
AY 09-10
69.4%
64.8%
65.8%
64.8%
69.0%
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
Benchmark
Fall 2010
2,616
438
3,110
462
3,623
589
FY 2005
FY 2006
FY 2007
38.0%
36.0%
36.9%
1,885
377
FY 2004
F
Tuition and fees as a percent of tuition
and fees at Maryland public four-year
institutions
46.0%
3,900
600
Benchmark
FY 2011
40.0%
Quality and Effectiveness: Student Satisfaction, Progress and Achievement
A
B
C
Graduate satisfaction with educational goal
achievement
Non-returning student satisfaction with
educational goal achievement
Performance at transfer institutions:
a. Percent with cumulative GPA after first year
of 2.0 or above
b. Mean GPA after first year
Alumni
Survey
1998
94.0%
Alumni
Survey
2000
94.0%
Alumni
Survey
2002
96.0%
Alumni
Survey
2005
87.8%
Benchmark
Survey 2008
Spring
2001
Cohort
80.0%
Spring
2003
Cohort
63.0%
Spring
2005
Cohort
68.0%
Spring
2006
Cohort
N/A
Benchmark
2009 Cohort
AY 0203
AY 0304
AY 0405
AY 05-06
Benchmark
AY 09-10
86.5%
87.1%
83.4%
86.0%
2.82
2.87
2.71
2.80
95.0%
70.0%
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D
Graduate satisfaction with preparation for
transfer
Alumni
Survey
1998
83.0%
Alumni
Survey
2000
81.0%
Alumni
Survey
2002
81.0%
Alumni
Survey
2005
72.4%
Benchmark
Survey 2008
Fall
2003
Fall
2004
Fall
2005
Fall
2006
Benchmark
Fall 2010
16.0%
14.2%
17.0%
14.9%
16.5%
15.7%
16.4%
18.0%
no
benchmark
Fall
2003
9.0%
Fall
2004
9.0%
Fall
2005
8.2%
Fall
2006
7.0%
Benchmark
Fall 2010
11.0%
Fall
2003
13.0%
Fall
2004
12.0%
Fall
2005
12.0%
Fall
2006
12.8%
Benchmark
Fall 2010
14.0%
82.0%
Diversity
A
Minority student enrollment compared to
service area population
a. Percent non-white enrollment
b. Percent non-white service area population,
18 or older
B
C
Percent minorities of full-time faculty
Percent minorities of full-time administrative
and professional staff
Economic Growth and Vitality, Workforce Development
FY 2003
A
B
C
D
Occupational program Associate degrees and
credit certificates awarded by program area:
a. Business
b. Data Processing
c. Engineering Technology
d. Health Sciences
e. Natural Science
f. Public Service
Percent of career program graduates
employed full-time in a related field.
Graduate satisfaction with job preparation
Employer satisfaction with career program
graduates
FY 2004
40
31
3
78
4
31
FY 2005
41
16
6
100
2
38
FY 2006
44
11
15
86
7
42
Benchmark
FY 2010
46
20
8
109
5
43
38
16
6
100
3
30
Alumni
Survey
1998
78.0%
Alumni
Survey
2000
79.0%
Alumni
Survey
2002
86.4%
Alumni
Survey
2005
87.8%
Benchmark
Survey 2008
Alumni
Survey
1998
68.0%
Alumni
Survey
2000
78.0%
Alumni
Survey
2002
81.0%
Alumni
Survey
2005
71.1%
Benchmark
Survey 2008
Employer
Survey
1998
95.0%
Employer
Survey
2000
100.0%
Employer
Survey
2002
100.0%
80.0%
80.0%
Employer
Survey
2005
90.1%
Benchmark
Survey 2008
95.0%
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E
F
G
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
Benchmark
FY 2010
a. Program NCLEX RN
78.0%
82.0%
88.0%
87.0%
88.0%
Number of Candidates
n = 101
n = 100
n = 90
n = 77
b. Program NCLEX PN
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
Number of Candidates
n=7
n=2
n=4
n = 10
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
Benchmark
FY 2010
4,113
5,712
4,076
5,810
4,070
6,148
4,584
7,075
5,583
8,375
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
Benchmark
FY 2010
Licensure/certification exam pass rates
Enrollment in noncredit workforce
development courses
a. Unduplicated annual headcount
b. Annual course enrollments
Enrollment in Continuing Professional
Education leading to government or industryrequired certification or licensure.
a. Unduplicated annual headcount
1,112
1,337
1,112
1,320
b. Annual course enrollments
1,519
2,177
2,163
2,395
FY 2003
H
Number of business organizations provided
training and services under contract.
Enrollment in contract training courses
a. Unduplicated annual headcount
b. Annual course enrollments
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
46
51
50
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
2,735
3,914
2,287
3,367
2,482
3,624
51
FY 2003
I
90.0%
2,164
3,241
Benchmark
FY 2010
58
Benchmark
FY 2010
2,882
4,348
Community Outreach and Impact
A
B
Enrollment in noncredit community service
and lifelong learning courses
a. Unduplicated annual headcount
b. Annual course enrollments
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
Benchmark
FY 2010
8,232
14,923
7,375
13,859
7,395
13,277
7,817
13,949
9,000
15,900
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
Benchmark
FY 2010
Enrollment in noncredit basic skills and literacy
courses
a. Unduplicated annual headcount
1,707
1,736
1,711
1,541
1,700
b. Annual course enrollments
5,258
4,994
5,028
4,349
4,500
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General Operating Fund Revenues
The FY 2009 operating budget of $42,028,743 represents an increase in total revenues and
transfers of 2.4%. Three sources, Harford County Government, the State of Maryland, and
student tuition and fees (Table 1) provide Harford Community College’s operating revenues.
Other sources, including building use fees and earnings, account for the remaining budget
resources. The budget also includes fund transfers for support of the capital budget and student
scholarships. The general operating fund supports the College’s mission and the state law and its
attendant expectations to provide accessible and affordable higher education; it includes all
instructional programs and services as well as projects, personnel, and related costs.
Table 1 – General Operating Fund Revenues
Revenue
Tuition and Fees
State of Maryland
Harford County
Other
Sub-total - Revenue
Transfers In (Auxiliary and Operating)
Total - Revenue and Transfers
ACTUAL
2005-2006
ACTUAL
2006-2007
BUDGET
2007-2008
Preliminary
2008-2009
$ 11,382,566
7,701,612
13,778,743
1,253,459
$34,116,380
$ 12,228,825
8,121,633
14,778,743
1,744,111
$36,873,312
$11,703,296
9,610,476
15,778,743
1,365,258
$38,457,773
$12,450,000
10,540,258
16,778,743
1,825,000
$41,594,001
$746,704
$929,782
6.38%
9.67%
$1,000,000
$459,742
$3,136,228
6.34%
33.67%
8.15%
1,150,000
$35,266,380
750,000
$37,623,312
2,600,500
$41,058,273
434,742
$42,028,743
-$2,165,758
$970,470
-83.28%
2.36%
$ Change
% Change
FY 08 to FY 09
FY 08 to FY 09
County Funding
Harford County has consistently provided the largest portion of operating funds to its community
college (Diagram 1). While state funding is projected to increase in FY 2009, the County will
continue to be the single largest source of college funding. The FY 2009 proposed operating
budget contains $16,778,743, an increase of $1,000,000, or 6.3%, in funding from Harford
County.
A comparison of the local portion of funding to support community colleges throughout the state
indicates that Harford County’s funding level is proportionately larger than the state and metro
area averages (Table 2). The budgeted transfer-in from fund balance is included in the “Other”
category of the data supporting Table 2.
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Diagram 1 – Operating Budget
Distribution of Funding by Source
45.0%
40.0%
35.0%
30.0%
Tuition & Fees
25.0%
Harford County
20.0%
State of Maryland
Other Income/Transfer
15.0%
10.0%
5.0%
0.0%
97
98
99
'00
'01
'02
'03
04
05
06
07
08p
09p
Fiscal Year
Table 2 – Composition of Operating Funds
Community Colleges, Percentage of Unrestricted Revenues FY 2006
Institution
State
Local
Tuition
and Fees
Other
Metro Area Colleges
Anne Arundel
Baltimore County
Carroll
Cecil
Frederick
Harford
Howard
30%
28%
29%
25%
21%
24%
21%
34%
30%
34%
41%
38%
38%
34%
34%
40%
36%
32%
37%
31%
40%
2%
2%
1%
2%
4%
7%
5%
Metro Area Composite
25%
36%
36%
3%
State
28%
32%
38%
2%
Source: MHEC, CC Audited Financials FY 2006 inc. state contribution for retirement;
numbers have been rounded
State Funding
During the 2006 Maryland General Assembly, the legislature passed and the Governor signed
legislation to increase the Cade Funding Formula from the present 25% of the University System
of Maryland (USM) full-time equivalent (FTE) student expenditure base to 30% by 2013. During
the July 2007 Board of Public Works (BPW) meeting, funding to community colleges was
reduced, effective immediately. The result was a reduction in state revenues of $98,353 which
was offset with an increase in other revenues. The 2008 General Assembly reduced the Cade
Funding Formula from 26.25% to 26% in FY 2009 to address budget shortfalls. Given Harford’s
continued enrollment growth and budget development practices, the College incorporated the
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reduction in the budget proposal. The reduced rate will increase State support by 9.67% in FY
2009, to $10.54 million of operational support.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees represent the second most significant mechanism for funding College
operations. Tuition is generated through credit and noncredit courses. A budget increase of 6.4%
in this revenue source, or $746,704, is based on enrollment trends projected for FY 2009. Tuition
was increased in FY 2007 by $2 per credit hour for county residents. No tuition increase is
included in this proposal. At $77 per credit hour, Harford will continue to be the second least
expensive community college in Maryland in FY 2009.
In addition, there is a 10% student fee attached to tuition. This equates to $7.70 per credit hour.
This consolidated fee generates funds to support student activities, technology, and parking.
Other Sources
Other revenue sources of $1,825,000 comprise dividends, interest, and building use fees. An
increase of $459,742 is included in the FY 2009 budget. This change reflects experience over the
past three years and the present interest rates. No changes in facilities use fees are projected at
this time.
Transfers
The budget may include transfers from the operating budget and auxiliary enterprise fund
balances. A portion of the operating fund balance is designated for the health insurance rate
stabilization reserve ($769,640) and capital improvements for roofs and roadwork ($1,575,000).
Transfers represent one-time funds from the undesignated fund balance for the operating budget.
When transferred, such funds are allocated to non-recurring costs, such as equipment or capital
programs. In FY 2009, $434,742 from the fund balance is allocated as a transfer-in to fund the
College’s commitment to the capital budget.
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General Operating Fund Expenditures
The proposed FY 2009 operating budget (Table 3) includes compensation requests, maintaining
current service levels, a transfer to the capital budget, and additional investments to advance the
College’s mission. This proposal increases expenditures by $970,470, or 2.4%, to $42,028,743.
The increase is calculated at this level due to the large transfer-out that occurred in FY 2008 to
the capital budget. This was a one-time, non-recurring transfer that resulted in an overall
reduction in operating budget expenditures for FY 2009. If the operating budget proposal did not
include the transfer-out to the capital budget of $1,217,113 and $2,996,000 in FY 2009 and
FY 2008, respectively, the increase of the remaining budget would be $2,749,357, or 7.2%.
Table 3 – General Operating Fund Expenditures
Expenditures
Instruction
Academic Support
Student Services
Institutional Support
Operations/Maintenance of Plant
Scholarships
Non-mandatory Transfers
Total - Expenditures
ACTUAL
2005-2006
ACTUAL
2006-2007
$ 13,169,104
5,001,783
3,206,218
5,819,970
3,517,705
740,707
876,207
$32,331,694
$ 13,638,538
4,890,539
3,417,804
6,360,542
3,695,313
700,607
1,860,948
$34,564,291
BUDGET
2007-2008
Preliminary
2008-2009
$15,818,935
5,466,582
4,340,964
7,087,854
4,313,158
701,922
3,328,858
$41,058,273
$16,923,543
5,928,872
4,612,870
7,456,838
4,581,809
844,840
1,679,971
$42,028,743
$ Change
FY 08 to FY 09
% Change
FY 08 to FY 09
$1,104,608
$462,290
6.98%
8.46%
$271,906
$368,984
$268,651
$142,918
-$1,648,887
$970,470
6.26%
5.21%
6.23%
20.36%
-49.53%
2.36%
Budget Development
Budget managers were asked to examine their FY 2007 actual expenditures and budgeted
FY 2008 appropriations and make adjustments between their accounts to meet the programmatic
goals and objectives for FY 2009 without increasing the bottom line. This process enabled
budget managers to realign funds and reduce several allocations.
In addition, a detailed analysis of salary and benefit accounts was performed in conjunction with
the College’s position control management within the human resources and financial information
systems. Funds are realigned between accounts to reflect position changes, including employee
turnover. The result is that some budget requests are capable of being funded with available
resources.
Budget managers were asked to submit funding requests in terms of:
A. Maintaining current services. These “cost of doing business” changes represent
requests intended to maintain current services while addressing enrollment changes,
mandates, and inflation.
B. Enhancements. These are investments to advance the College mission by enhancing
existing services or programs and/or implementing new programs. These investments
expand the College’s ability to provide more efficient and effective services. Total
new allocations support instructional technology, student development, and upgrade
current technology.
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A salary and benefits group contributed recommendations to the President for consideration.
Several suggestions are addressed in this proposal.
For budgetary compliance, expenditures are categorized by function into instruction, academic
support, student services, institutional support, operations, and maintenance of plant, transfers,
and scholarships.
As the operating budget is reviewed, it is helpful to have an understanding of the number of fulltime employees that serve the College. Table 4 does not include part-time and adjunct employees
and those positions paid through restricted grants and auxiliary services.
Table 4 – Full Time Positions by Function of the Operating Budget
Operating Budget
Instruction
Academic Support
Student Services
Institutional Support
Operations/Maint of Plant
306.0
135.0
52.0
44.0
59.0
16.0
309.0
138.0
52.0
44.0
59.0
16.0
3.0
3.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Diagram 2 – FY 2009 Budget by Function
Proposed Operating Budget by Budget Function
Oper/Maint of Plant
$4,581,809
10.9%
Transfers
$1,679,971
4.0%
Scholarships
$844,840
2.0%
Institutional Support
$7,456,838
17.7%
Instruction
$16,923,543
40.3%
Student Services
$4,612,870
11.0%
Academic Support
$5,928,872
14.1%
Examining the proposed operating budget by object, or account type (Diagram 3), demonstrates
the distribution of expenditures. Approximately 69% of the budget is assigned to salaries and
benefits, which accommodates the Board of Trustees’ guideline to keep such expenditures at no
more than 75% of the entire budget. If the budgeted contracted services cost for security,
housekeeping, and grounds are included in this calculation then the ratio would be approximately
72% of the operating budget.
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The College considers the long-term viability of its decisions to add sufficient resources to attract
and retain a strong employee base with competitive benefits in the near term. This guideline
ensures that resources are provided to support all the vital aspects of successful educational
programs, puts student learning at the forefront, strives to maintain competitive wages with
comparable institutions, and provides competitive benefits.
Diagram 3 – FY 2009 Operating Budget
Expenditures Classification
Furniture and
Equipment
$658,354
1.6%
Supplies and
Materials
$1,456,346
3.5%
Transfers
$2,360,377
5.6%
Other
$3,201,453
7.6%
Salary and Benefits
$29,142,087
69.3%
Contracted Services
$5,210,126
12.4%
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Table 5 – Operating Budget by Function
HARFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
FY 2009 BUDGETED EXPENDITURES BY FUNCTION
FY2006
ACTUAL
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
FY2007
ACTUAL
FY2008
BUDGET
FY2009
BUDGET
10
Instruction - Includes expenditures for all activities that are part of the College's instructional programs.
This includes expenditures for credit and noncredit courses, for academic, vocational, technical,
transitional, and tutorial instruction.
$
13,169,104
$
13,638,538
$
15,818,935
$
16,923,543
40
Academic Support - Includes expenditures in support of the College's primary mission of instruction and
public service. These funds include library services, instructional resources, instructional support
services, curriculum development, educational development, distance education support, HEAT,
welfare reform, workforce development, academic administration, and a portion of the College's
Network and Computer Services.
$
5,001,783
$
4,890,539
$
5,466,582
$
5,928,872
50
Student Services - Includes expenditures for enrollment policy and planning, enrollment services
(recruitment, outreach, registration, records, financial aid, and student testing), and student
development (academic advising, career development, placement, co-op/internships, learning support
services, student life, wellness programs, recreation, and intramurals).
$
3,206,218
$
3,417,804
$
4,340,964
$
4,612,870
60
Institutional Support - Includes expenditures for the College's administration, planning, legal services,
fiscal operations, the remainder of network and computer services, personnel, safety, procurement,
media connections, HCN, student identification, APG Liaison, grant development and support services.
$
5,819,970
$
6,360,542
$
7,087,854
$
7,456,838
70
Operation and Maintenance of Plant - Includes expenditures for the operation and maintenance of the
physical plant, utilities, property insurance.
$
3,517,705
$
3,695,313
$
4,313,158
$
4,581,809
80
Scholarships and Fellowships - Includes expenditures for College Work Study stipends, institutional
scholarships, and tuition waivers.
$
740,707
$
700,607
$
701,922
$
844,840
81
Non-Mandatory Transfers - Includes expenditures for the College's contribution and match to student
scholarships, grants, cultural programs, student activities, and various capital projects.
$
876,207
$
1,860,948
$
3,328,858
$
1,679,971
Highlights of Budget Requests
Compensation includes salary/wages, health, and benefits adjustments. This budget contains a
3% salary adjustment for all eligible employees and a step/merit increase pool equivalent to 3%.
This would equal a 6% wage package, equivalent to $1,059,578. A 3% increase is included for
all eligible part-time employees at $88,432. Part-time instructor rates for adjunct wages will be
increased from $711 to $750 per credit hour and the lab rate will be increased from $533 to $560
at a total cost of $164,141. An increase in the use of adjuncts for additional course sections is
projected at $59,848.
Health claims experience has fluctuated over the past year. Given the claims history and results
of competitively bidding the health providers, health costs are project to remain the same in FY
2009. HCC participates in the county health care consortium. An additional $98,800 has been
budgeted to reflect changes in coverages that may occur during the year.
The College does not provide direct post-retirement health benefits for current employees;
however, it does allow access to the College’s plan for eligible retirees who purchase their own
coverage at the group rate. The College provides a match for 457b contributions, presently
$3,000 per eligible employee, in addition to a non-match College contribution of $500. This
helps employees plan and fund post-retirement benefits such as health insurance. No changes of
the benefits have been proposed. An increase of $12,757 is projected due to greater participation
levels and more employees becoming eligible under the existing benefits.
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In addition to compensation expenditures, the funding requests for FY 2009 include a net
increase of $198,300 for three new positions to support the College mission. The positions
include:



Transitional Mathematics Faculty Member
Psychology Faculty Member
Sociology Faculty Member
When a faculty position is proposed, there is a reduction of approximately $21,300 for adjunct wages
recognizing the course load of the new faculty member.
The FY 2009 budget proposal reflects a full year of salaries for the new security positions that were
added mid-year FY 2008. In addition, the cost of contracted security was reduced with the change,
and, the cost incurred for a dedicated Sheriff’s deputy to patrol campus in the evenings continues in
FY 2009.
Additional Investments





Instruction support equipment and technology
Transfers to capital budget programs for support of Hays-Heighe House
restoration, West Campus expansion, campus safety, roofs, and site and
parking projects
Utilities, commodity net rate increases (oil, natural gas, electricity)
and weather-related usage
Increase in transfer for student scholarships
Increase for tuition waivers to reflect usage, the Health Manpower Shortage
and the Statewide Programs Waiver are reimbursed by the state
$341,889
$1,217,113
$92,000
$50,000
$142,918
The proposed operating fund statement and supporting breakdown by function is provided for review.
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HARFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
GENERAL OPERATING BUDGET
PRELIMINARY OPERATING FUND REVENUE & EXPENDITURE PROJECTIONS FOR FY 2009
ACTUAL
2005-2006
FUND SOURCES
Beginning Balance (undesignated)
ACTUAL
2006-2007
BUDGET
2007-2008
Preliminary
2008-2009
$ Change
FY 08 to FY 09
% Change
FY 08 to FY 09
$7,798,995
$9,432,363
$8,097,562
$7,662,820
-$434,742
-5.67%
$ 11,382,566
7,701,612
13,778,743
1,253,459
$34,116,380
$ 12,228,825
8,121,633
14,778,743
1,744,111
$36,873,312
$11,703,296
9,610,476
15,778,743
1,365,258
$38,457,773
$12,450,000
10,540,258
16,778,743
1,825,000
$41,594,001
$746,704
$929,782
$1,000,000
$459,742
$3,136,228
6.38%
9.67%
6.34%
33.67%
8.15%
Transfers In (Auxiliary and Operating)
Total - Revenue and Transfers
1,150,000
$35,266,380
750,000
$37,623,312
2,600,500
$41,058,273
434,742
$42,028,743
-$2,165,758
$970,470
-83.28%
2.36%
Expenditures
Instruction
Academic Support
Student Services
Institutional Support
Operations/Maintenance of Plant
Scholarships
Non-mandatory Transfers
Total - Expenditures
$ 13,169,104
5,001,783
3,206,218
5,819,970
3,517,705
740,707
876,207
$32,331,694
$ 13,638,538
4,890,539
3,417,804
6,360,542
3,695,313
700,607
1,860,948
$34,564,291
$15,818,935
5,466,582
4,340,964
7,087,854
4,313,158
701,922
3,328,858
$41,058,273
$16,923,543
5,928,872
4,612,870
7,456,838
4,581,809
844,840
1,679,971
$42,028,743
$1,104,608
$462,290
$271,906
$368,984
$268,651
$142,918
-$1,648,887
$970,470
6.98%
8.46%
6.26%
5.21%
6.23%
20.36%
-49.53%
2.36%
Encumbrance Adjustment from prior year
Ending Balance* (Beg Bal + Rev - Expend + Encum Adj - Design) $10,733,681
$10,698,062
$8,097,562
$7,662,820
-$434,742
-5.67%
Revenue
Tuition and Fees
State of Maryland
Harford County
Other
Sub-total - Revenue
*Auxiliary Transfers and Designated Fund Balances are not included
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HARFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
FY 2009 BUDGET SUMMARY
ACTUAL
2005-2006
$ 11,382,566
7,701,612
13,778,743
1,253,459
34,116,380
ACTUAL
2006-2007
$ 12,228,825
8,121,633
14,778,743
1,744,111
36,873,312
BUDGET
2007-2008
$ 11,703,296
9,610,476
15,778,743
1,365,258
38,457,773
BUDGET
2008-2009
$ 12,450,000
10,540,258
16,778,743
1,825,000
41,594,001
1,150,000
$ 35,266,380
750,000
$ 37,623,312
2,600,500
$ 41,058,273
434,742 $
$ 42,028,743 $
(2,165,758)
970,470
-83.28%
2.36%
EXPENDITURES
Object/Account Type
SALARY AND BENEFITS
$ 22,434,510
CONTRACTED SERVICES
3,928,302
SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS
1,538,394
COMMUNICATIONS
260,888
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING
519,105
CLEARING ACCOUNTS: GRANTS, SUBSIDIES & UNFUNDED
1,447,009
UTILITIES
928,969
FIXED CHARGES
487,169
FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
787,348
$ 32,331,694
$ 23,123,533
4,528,074
1,364,812
314,564
472,288
2,386,301
1,135,501
559,398
679,820
$ 34,564,291
$ 27,261,932
5,146,812
1,435,332
326,259
753,113
3,849,313
1,345,494
514,716
425,302
$ 41,058,273
$ 29,142,087
5,210,126
1,456,346
397,585
774,848
2,360,377
1,437,153
591,867
658,354
$ 42,028,743
$
$
1,880,155
63,314
6.90%
1.23%
$
$
$
$
$
$
21,014
71,326
21,735
(1,488,936)
91,659
77,151
1.46%
21.86%
2.89%
-38.68%
6.81%
14.99%
$
$
233,052
970,470
54.80%
2.36%
REVENUE & TRANSFERS
STUDENT TUITION AND FEES
STATE OF MARYLAND
HARFORD COUNTY
OTHER
SUB-TOTAL - REVENUE
TRANSFERS IN
TOTAL - REVENUE & TRANSFERS
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$ Change
% Change
FY 08 to FY 09
$
746,704
$
929,782
$
1,000,000
$
459,742
$
3,136,228
FY 07 to FY 08
6.38%
9.67%
6.34%
33.67%
8.15%
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Capital Budget
The capital budget and program establishes the schedule of planned expenditures and
commitments for FY 2009 and the subsequent nine fiscal years. The capital improvement
program (CIP) is intended to meet the College’s needs for additional facility improvements. The
CIP is from FY 2009 - FY 2018 and includes planning associated with the Base Realignment and
Closure (BRAC) efforts. Harford continues to move forward with an active building renovation
schedule to increase student capacity. Over the past ten years, Harford Community College has
added 120,000 gross square feet (GSF) of new building space. This increase in space has been
realized through the construction of new buildings and additions to existing buildings. The
upgraded quality of the facilities provides the foundation necessary to attract high quality
employees and students.
These proposed improvements integrate academic and physical planning on a college-wide basis.
The capital budget establishes an itinerary for accomplishing improvements in existing facilities
and proposed new infrastructure investments based on the Facilities Master Plan required by the
Maryland Higher Education Commission.
The College is required to submit the proposed capital budget to the Harford County
Government and the State of Maryland for review. There are 18 projects included in the proposal
of which seven seek funding in FY 2009, totaling $4,394,972. The projects are proposed to be
funded through $911,725 of State support; $2,266,134 by the County; and $1,217,113 by the
College.
The use of college funds in FY 2009 recognizes that state funding will not be available for roof
and parking projects. This proposal includes $315,500 of college funds for site and parking lot
improvements, $250,000 for West Campus site work, $364,113 for roof replacements, $100,000
for surveillance cameras, and $187,500 for the completion of the Hays-Heighe House
renovation. The Aberdeen Hall renovation and expansion will be completed in FY 2009 as state
and county funds are provided for equipment and technology. The Hays-Heighe House project
proposes a continuation of the shared funding between Harford County and the College. Harford
County is requested to provide half of the $375,000 request for Hays-Heighe House in FY 2009.
Milestone funding from Harford County is for $249,000 for academic initiatives, computer
refresh, network hardware, print management system, and document imaging. Site and parking
lot improvements, the surveillance cameras, and roof project are funded between Harford County
and the College. The College has expanded the roof work and parking improvements timeline
over an additional year to make the projects more manageable with no state funding.
Susquehanna Center has been moved to FY 2010 since construction funding has not been
included in the FY 2009 State Capital Budget.
The capital improvement program beyond FY 2009 recognizes the need to address on-site septic
systems, the need for additional instructional facilities, building renovations, parking, and public
water and sewer services.
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Capital projects are classified according to the following categories:
Technology Investment - Technology investment is designed to meet the continuing
needs of the College’s technology backbone along with the on-going refresh of hardware. This
investment will support the network and communications infrastructure on campus as well as
enable remote access.
Recreation/Wellness facilities – Capital investment designed to support athletic and
recreational activities. Such facilities focus on outdoor structures, such as athletic fields,
backstops, bleachers, and other support structures.
Campus Infrastructure Improvements - With thousands of students visiting campus
every day, the demands on our physical campus need to be addressed. Parking lot and sidewalk
repairs are necessary to improve capacity and the flow of traffic. In addition, major maintenance
of septic fields and potable water systems upgrades are necessary.
West Campus Expansion – Planning for future growth includes preparing for HCC’s
ability to expand to meet the demand. A capital program is budgeted that will enable the College
to secure undeveloped land adjacent to the campus. Funds are also included for settlement
purposes and planning.
Building Additions and Renovations - Funds provided for these projects will enable
the College to upgrade classroom space with expanding technology. These projects will help
provide more facility space to manage the increase in enrollment. Many energy and building
efficiencies are incorporated into such projects.
The projects requested for FY 2009 include:
FY 2009 Project Type
Technology investment
Campus infrastructure
West Campus expansion
Building additions and renovations
Total
Request
$499,000
$788,751
$250,000
$2,857,221
$4,394,972
The capital improvement program includes potential future projections through FY 2018. Details
of the College’s capital budget proposal are attached.
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Budget
Project Title
Aberdeen Hall Renovations
Total
Prior
Year
Cost
Approp.
FY 2009
14,144,106
12,572,167
1,571,939
Hays Heighe House Renovations
1,343,890
968,890
375,000
Milestone & Technology Project
5,103,212
4,854,212
249,000
West Campus Expansion
1,915,500
1,665,500
250,000
375,000
125,000
250,000
Campus Safety - Camera System
910,282
Capital Program
FY 2010
FY 2011
Roof Replacements
1,394,574
Site & Parking Lot Improvements
5,026,824
2,425,500
960,662
851,911
Susquehanna Ctr. Addition/Renovations
24,349,604
1,974,600
10,891,957
11,483,047
Utility & Related Infrastr. Improvements
11,340,325
1,150,000
2,550,000
Allied Health & Nursing Building
12,456,250
992,500
353,100
353,100
Observatory Expansion
788,751
FY 2012
FY 2013
FY 2014
694,575
9,925,000
1,538,750
FY 2017
FY 2018
275,000
2,750,000
6,945,750
3,025,000
Parking Expansion
2,200,000
200,000
2,000,000
11,500,000
920,000
9,200,000
1,380,000
553,152
5,531,520
Fallston Hall Renovation
FY 2016
484,292
West Campus Infrastructure
Apprentice Training Center
FY 2015
6,914,400
829,728
Math, Engineering & Tech Building
23,668,750
1,893,500
18,935,000
2,840,250
Edgewood Hall Renovation
10,407,338
832,587
8,325,870
1,248,881
Water & Sewer
3,795,000
Total -- By Project
$139,312,874
$25,735,869
$4,394,972
6,148,122
5,561,622
586,500
Future Harford County Bonds
53,474,000
6,812,767
1,679,634
State of Maryland Bonds
70,061,172
7,439,000
911,725
9,629,579
5,922,480
$139,312,874
$25,735,869
Harford County PayGo Funds
$16,232,511
345,000
3,450,000
$22,534,958
$6,103,325
$18,698,902
$6,911,520
$3,555,815
$27,260,870
$4,434,131
$3,450,000
6,882,535
9,181,835
2,577,919
8,018,476
2,764,608
1,422,326
10,904,348
1,780,552
1,449,000
8,080,754
13,012,359
3,445,406
9,880,426
4,146,912
2,133,489
16,356,522
2,653,579
2,001,000
1,217,113
1,269,222
340,764
80,000
800,000
$4,394,972
$16,232,511
$22,534,958
$6,103,325
$18,698,902
$6,911,520
$3,555,815
$27,260,870
$4,434,131
$3,450,000
Prior Harford County Bonds
Other Funds (HCC)
Harford County Lease Purchase Funds
Total -- By Fund
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De pt and Programs:
Harford Community Colle ge
Proje ct: M ile stone
Te chnology Proje ct (9044)
Ade quacy of Utilitie s:
Ele ctric: S
Proje ct Numbe r:
C994113
Proje ct Location:
Campus
Gas: S
Se we r: S
Wate r: S
Proje ct De scription/Justification:
M ile stone funds are part of the Strate gic Information Te chnology Plan of
Harford County to addre ss curre nt and future te chnology ne e ds.
Re que ste d funding include s:
• Acade mic Initiativ e s
• Compute r Re fre sh
• Ne twork Equipme nt
• Highe r Education Ce nte r/Edge wood Library
• Print M anage me nt Syste m
• Docume nt Imaging
EXPENDITURE SCHEDULE
Cost Ele me nts
Engine e ring/De sign
Land Acquisition
Construction
Inspe ction/Te sting
Equipme nt/Furnishings
Total Cost
FUNDING SCHEDULE
R8750 Paygo
R7100 Prior Bonds
R7000 Future Bonds
R7920 State Bonds
R6999 Othe r (HCC)
R7157 Le ase Purchase
Total Funds
Total
Cost
Prior
Approp.
Budge t Ye ar
FY 2009
5,103,212
5,103,212
4,854,212
4,854,212
249,000
249,000
4,485,622
4,236,622
249,000
617,590
5,103,212
Fiv e Ye ar Capital Program
FY 2010
FY 2011
FY 2012
FY 2013
FY 2014
617,590
4,854,212
249,000
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Dept and Programs:
Harford Community College
Project: Site and
Parking Lot Improvements (9061)
Electric: S
Project Number:
C034111
Project Location:
Campus
Gas: S
Sewer: S
Water: S
Project Description/Justification:
This project involves the expansion, replacement, installation, and repair of
campus parking lots, roadways, and sidewalks to keep up with enrollment.
The parking lots scheduled for expansion and repair include the J and T lots.
The work will include measures to reduce rainwater run-off. This budget
assumes the state will not contribute to site and parking improvements.
EXPENDITURE SCHEDULE
Cost Elements
Engineering/Design
Land Acquisition
Construction
Inspection/Testing
Equipment/Furnishings
Total Cost
FUNDING SCHEDULE
R8750 Paygo
R7100 Prior Bonds
R7000 Future Bonds
R7920 State Bonds
R6999 Other (HCC)
Total Funds
Total
Cost
345,502
Prior
Budget Year
Approp.
FY 2009
128,000
108,751
FY 2010
108,751
Five Year Capital Program
FY 2011
FY 2012
FY 2013
4,681,322
2,297,500
680,000
851,911
851,911
5,026,824
2,425,500
788,751
960,662
851,911
325,000
325,000
2,015,794
455,000
473,251
576,397
511,147
2,686,030
1,645,500
315,500
384,265
340,764
5,026,824
2,425,500
788,751
960,662
851,911
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