Mott Community College Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Monday, September 28, 2015 Room 1301 Regional Technology Center AGENDA The mission of Mott Community College is to provide high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services that cultivate student success and individual development and improve the overall quality of life in a multicultural community. 138 Board of Trustees Charles Stewart Mott Community College Regular Meeting, September 28, 2015 Volume 46 AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA IV. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Kaiser Permanente Fellows - Dr. Amy Fugate, Vice-President, Academic Affairs V. COMMUNICATIONS VI. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC VII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2015 VIII. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Acceptance of Standing Board Committee Reports: 1. Personnel (Joseph, Norwood, Turner) 2. Finance/Audit (Koegel, Freeman, Snell) 124-124h Other Reports: 1. 2015-2016 Goals & Objectives Committee (Turner, Croudy, Freeman) IX. UNFINISHED BUSINESS X. NEW BUSINESS Consent Agenda: 1.42 Treasurer’s Report for August 2015 Individual Items: 1.43 Resolution to Approve Best Practices Initiatives 1.44 Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreements for Public Safety Officers Unit 1.45 Confirmation of Associate Vice-President for Institutional Advancement XI. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS President’s Report XII. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS Comments from Board Members XIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNMENT 139-143 144-152 153 154 155 139 FOR ACTION Board of Trustees Charles Stewart Mott Community College Regular Meeting, September 28, 2015 Volume 46 1.42 Treasurer’s Report for August 2015 This resolution is recommended. Be it Resolved, That The Charles Stewart Mott Community College Board of Trustees Receives the financial report of the College for the month of August 2015 as presented by the Administration. Reviewed and Submitted By: _____________________________________ Lawrence A. Gawthrop Chief Financial Officer Date: September 28, 2015 Board Policy Statement Reference: 3100 – Budget Adoption General: The annual budget represents the programmatic direction and vision of the College. It is also designed to meet both the legal requirements and needs of the College. 140 August Treasurer’s Report Larry Gawthrop, CPA Chief Financial Officer September 24, 2015 Summary of Expenditures: Month of August’s Spending: General Fund: All Other Funds: Total: $ $ $ 4,996,157 8,047,698 13,043,855 Comments on General Fund Financial Statements: Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Net Assets In summary, total revenues for the two months ended August 31, were approximately $17.5 million, representing 23.4% of the annual budget, down from 23.6% a year ago. The most significant change was in the Tuition and fees, Property taxes, and Grants and other which are discussed further below. Expenditures for the two months ended were $8.8 million, which represents 11.8% of the annual budget, compared to $8.8 million and 11.7%, one year ago. Revenues Tuition and fees revenues are $15.2 million, $491 thousand less than last year and 43.8% of the budget, compared to 43.7% at this time last year. This is the impact of the decline in summer and fall enrollments as projected. Property taxes collected are roughly $1.5 million. The amount budgeted is $17.6 million, $225 thousand or 1.3% more than the 2014-2015 fiscal year and is based on final taxable value figures provided by the Genesee County Equalization Department. State appropriations payments for FY 2015-16 are paid in eleven monthly installments starting in October. The total budgeted amount for the current fiscal year is $18.6 million or roughly $150 thousand more than last year excluding the UAAL stabilization pass-through and renaissance zone reimbursement. Grants and other is up roughly $454 thousand which is largely attributable to the timing of the FMCC operational pledge to the college which was recorded in August this year and September last year. 141 Expenditures Salaries and Wages are roughly $3.8 million, or 10.2% of the annual budget, compared to $4.0 million and 10.6% a year ago. Fringe Benefits are at $1.9 million, or 9.8% of the budgeted amount compared to $1.9 million and 10% of the budget one year ago. Other Expenditures A majority of the changes in the Other Expenses area for August is due in large part to an decrease in the utilities and insurance attributable in part to energy savings and timing of the recognition of the prepaid insurance, decrease in operations and communications due to a timing differences in licensing payments, and an increase in the transfer line related to making the transfers earlier than the prior year. Balance Sheet Total Assets are at approximately $21.5 million, up $842 thousand from last August. The largest differences are a $1.4 million increase in Cash and cash equivalents, a $3.8 million decrease in Due from other funds, a $641 thousand increase in Prepaid expenses and other assets and a $2.5 million increase in Accounts receivable. The Accounts receivable increase is largely due to the college having additional wait times for IRS verification on accounts to process aid and a reduction of the allowance for doubtful accounts Due to/Due from Other Funds result from the College maintaining one checking account for all of its funds; deposits and disbursements. This necessitates the shortterm “loaning” or “borrowing” between the funds throughout the year depending on which funds revenue or expenditures are being deposited or paid out. Each month the accounting department clears these “due to’s” and “due from’s” respectively assigning the activity to the proper fund. However, significant activity can occur after these transfers are completed, causing large variances when compared to the previous period. At roughly $5.1 million, Total Liabilities are down $1 million from the prior year. The most significant changes were decreases in Accounts payable and Accrued payroll and related liabilities. The accounts payable decrease was the result of less vendor and bookstore payables at August 31 and the decrease in the accrued payroll and related liabilities was the result of having less payroll expenses than the prior year. Comments on spending from other funds: Of the roughly $8 million expended in the other funds $359 thousand was expended out of the Maintenance and Replacement and Bond funds, $618 thousand in depreciation and the remaining $7 million out of the Agency, Scholarships, and Federal Grants, for grant activities and student scholarships. 142 Mott Community College General Fund Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Net Assets - Modified Accrual For the 2 Months Ended August 31, 2015 With Comparative Totals at August 31, 2014 FY 2015-2016 Budget YTD Actuals as of 8/31/15 Actual to Actual $ Change YTD Actuals as of 8/31/14 Actual to Actual % Change Revenues: Tuition and fees Property taxes State appropriations Ballenger trust Grants and other $ 34,598,876 $ 15,158,703 $ 17,663,093 1,472,049 18,575,538 1,942,482 323,225 1,822,979 510,586 15,650,065 1,856,245 294,294 56,253 74,602,968 17,464,563 Salaries and wages Fringe benefits Contracted services Materials and supplies Facilities rent Utilities and insurance Operations/communications Transfers out Equipment and Improvements 37,191,013 19,415,434 5,390,893 2,266,365 174,625 2,802,800 5,221,634 1,659,704 230,500 Total expenditures Total revenues $ (491,362) (384,196) 28,931 454,333 -3.14% -20.70% 0.00% 9.83% 807.66% 17,856,857 (392,294) -2.20% 3,789,548 1,910,116 453,095 171,764 45,482 476,896 883,309 1,029,930 3,207 3,986,043 1,945,445 573,089 217,119 40,482 812,132 1,214,888 30,765 196,495 35,329 119,994 45,355 (5,000) 335,236 331,579 (1,029,930) 27,558 4.93% 1.82% 20.94% 20.89% -12.35% 41.28% 27.29% 0.00% 89.58% 74,352,968 8,763,347 8,819,963 56,616 0.64% 250,000 8,701,216 9,036,894 (335,678) -3.71% Expenditures: Net increase/(decrease) in net assets 143 Mott Community College General Fund Balance Sheet - Modified Accrual August 31, 2015 With Comparative Totals at August 31, 2014 As of August 31 2015 Assets Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents Due from other funds Accounts receivable - net of allowance for uncollectible accounts ($4,225,552 for 2015 and $3,577,951 for 2014) Inventories Prepaid expenses and other assets Total Assets $ 7,871,525 $ 6,259,083 6,487,584 74,972 853,728 As of August 31 2014 6,457,068 $ 10,031,208 3,955,744 48,024 212,568 $ Change 1,414,457 (3,772,125) 2,531,840 26,948 641,160 $ 21,546,892 $ 20,704,612 $ 842,280 $ 1,209,724 $ 1,376,262 12,207 177,218 1,959,115 $ 1,625,332 14,302 200,209 (749,391) (249,070) (2,095) (22,991) 2,775,411 3,798,958 (1,023,547) Accrued termination pay 2,338,309 2,464,883 (126,574) Total Liabilities 5,113,720 6,263,841 (1,150,121) Net Assets Unrestricted 16,433,172 14,440,771 1,992,401 Total Net Assets 16,433,172 14,440,771 1,992,401 21,546,892 $ 20,704,612 $ Liabilities and Net Assets Current Liabilities Accounts payable Accrued payroll and related liabilities Deposits held for others Other accrued liabilities Total Current Liabilities Total Liabilities and Net Assets $ 842,280 144 FOR ACTION Board of Trustees Charles Stewart Mott Community College Regular Meeting, September 28, 2015 Volume 46 1.43 Resolution to Approve Best Practices Initiatives The State of Michigan, in Section 230 of PA 85 of 2015, requires community colleges to meet four of five best practices in the following three categories: Economic Development and Business or Industry Partnerships, Educational Partnerships, and Community Services, in order to qualify for the full funding of each college’s performance funding appropriation earmarked for local strategic value. Mott Community College has demonstrated its compliance in all five best practice areas in each of the three categories as evidenced by the attachment showing the requirement and specific examples of each requirement. On the basis of the preceding information, the following resolution is recommended. Be it Resolved, that The Charles Stewart Mott Community College Board of Trustees Adopts the Resolution to Approve Best Practices Initiatives for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2016, as shown on pages 145-152. Reviewed and Submitted By: _____________________________________ Lawrence A. Gawthrop Chief Financial Officer Date: September 28, 2015 Board Policy Statement Reference: 3920 – Financial Stability General: The Board is committed to maintaining financial stability of the College, its mission, programs, facilities, faculty, staff, and students, in line with its strategic plan. 145 Community Colleges Local Strategic Value Template Please use this table as a method to succinctly detail what your community college is doing to meet the best practices in each category. Each category is worth one-third of the total amount available for your institution. Your institution must meet 4 out of 5 best practices in a category to receive funding associated with that category. Best Practices by Category Examples of Adherence Category A: Economic Development and Business or Industry Partnerships (must meet 4 of 5) (i) The community college has active partnerships with local employers including hospitals and health care providers. (ii) The community college provides customized onsite training for area companies, employees, or both. 1. MCC partners with Genesys Regional Medical, Hurley Medical, and McLaren Regional Medical centers in Genesee County for clinical rotations. 2. MCC partners with Greater Flint Health Coalition in retraining workforce for Health Care fields. 3. MCC’s Institute for Medical Simulation has partnered with Hurley Medical Center and The Statewide Campus System Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine to provide training to medical personnel. 4. The MCC Livingston Center works with Trilogy Health Services LLC and Medilodge of Howell, MI, providing Certified Nursing Assistant training. 1. MCC provides customized training to local companies throughout the college’s service area. 2. MCC’s Institute for Medical Simulation provides customized training to Medilodge in Frankenmuth and other area businesses as training is needed. The Flint Police Department, Indian Trails Motor Coach, Genesee Packaging, and Carcoustics have also used MCC for training. 3. MCC’s Corporate Services provides customized training to numerous entities including: Michigan Works, Local General Motors Plants, Genesee Packaging, Creative Foam, Brighton NC, Ventra, Thai Summit America, T.G. Fluids, Eberspaecher, AA Gear Manufacturing, Inc., Microgauge, Michigan Seamless Tube, Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Chasix, Diamond Chrome Plating 146 Best Practices by Category (iii) The community college supports entrepreneurship through a small business assistance center or other training or consulting activities targeted toward small businesses. Examples of Adherence Inc., CRW Plasticos, Medical Comfort Specialists, LLC, Hatch Stamping, and General Motors including a partnership for the New Jobs Training Program with GM. MCC Corporate Services provides customized training and has access to matching funds supporting trainings through Carl Perkins grant funding. In addition we have access to New Jobs Training Funds through the State Of Michigan for companies that qualify and meet the new hire criteria. MCC has contracts for on-site training with 5 separate GM Locals providing in plant training opportunities. 1. MCC operates a digital fabrication laboratory (FABLAB) through its Regional Technology Center that is available to students, residents and small businesses. The lab helps individuals turn product ideas into working prototypes or models. To date, several individuals and/or companies have matured product ideas and some have been taken to market. The FABLAB initiative has also resulted in the creation of an Entrepreneurship Fund at the Foundation for MCC that will support students and alumni start and/or grow businesses. MCC’s FABLAB is an integral part of the Genesee Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Entrepreneurship Team activities and collaborates with other service providers on this team. MCC also participates on a grant funded project – Virtual Incubation Network with 10 other colleges across the country that were handpicked by the American Association of Community Colleges to address issues related to business start-up and acceleration. MCC works closely with Kettering University and Univ. of MI – Flint on select projects and shares FABLAB resources as needed. (This project has ended) 2. The MCC Livingston Center participates in opportunities to further the entrepreneurship in our community. MCC is 147 Best Practices by Category (iv) The community college supports technological advancement through industry partnerships, incubation activities, or operation of a Michigan technical education center or other advanced technology center. Examples of Adherence one of the sponsors of Startup Weekend in Howell an initiative of Ann Arbor Spark. 3. MCC hosts the Teen C.E.O. (Creating Economic Opportunities) Summer Camp Program. This initiative is made possible through a grant awarded by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. The program is designed to develop 25 young entrepreneurs over the summer. The Initiative, offers a camp for economically disadvantaged teenagers ages 14-18. Using tested business curricula and experiential learning opportunities, this initiative teaches students the basic skills required to launch a successful new business venture. Students are eligible to receive an award of $1,000 to fund their new business based on the strength of their business plan. 1. MCC operates two Michigan Technology Education Centers (M-Tec), its Regional Technology Center on Main Campus in Genesee County and its M-TEC in Livingston County. 2. MCC is one of the founding members of the Workforce Intelligence Network representing SE MI community colleges, workforce boards, economic developers and incubators. MCC’s representative co-chairs the Employer Strategies sub-committee and meets actively with employers across the region to understand workforce talent needs and develop solutions to those needs. Mott also created the Regional Technology Initiatives (RTI) department to pursue emerging and advanced technology applications. To date, the RTI office has secured several federal grants and awards, is leading the development and commercialization of a new orthopedic medical device and is building an automated system to streamline the production of high-value composite products with minimal waste, higher quality and greater throughput. The RTI office is reaching out to Michigan State University and 148 Best Practices by Category (v) The community college has active partnerships with local or regional workforce and economic development agencies. Examples of Adherence 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. their Composites Vehicle Research Center to resolve some outstanding project issues and seek additional work in this area. MCC partners with Michigan Works agencies in four counties including, Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston and Shiawassee; Livingston Workforce Agency is located in MCC’s Livingston M-TEC location. MCC operates Genesee and Shiawassee County Employment Services agencies. MCC partners with Law Enforcement Officers Regional Training (LEORTC) for regional law enforcement officers commissions. MCC partners with the Employers Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) to conduct Job Fairs. MCC is currently participating in the Genesee County Regional Cluster initiative involving several regional and state entities seeking to identify and develop strategies related to economic development. MCC also supports the Next Michigan I-69 Corridor Initiative and has developed new curriculum to support the Transportation, Distribution & Logistics industry. These activities are in addition to those undertaken regionally through WIN which includes projects in energy, skilled trades, IT and others that combine the assets of economic and workforce development organizations. MCC is part of the Prosperity Region 6 Steering Committee developing strategies for regional collaboration in the 7 county area. The MCC Livingston Center partners with Ann Arbor Spark (local economic partners) and participates in many local initiatives. Category B: Educational Partnerships (must meet 4 of 5) (i) The community college has active partnerships with regional high schools, intermediate school districts, and career-tech centers to provide instruction through dual enrollment, direct credit, middle college, or academy programs. 1. Mott Middle College enrolls 400 students and is located on the MCC main campus. 2. MCC has articulation agreements in place for all occupational programs with high schools throughout the county. 3. MCC has partnered with all 21 school districts in Genesee County, and several out of county, 149 Best Practices by Category Examples of Adherence 4. (ii) The community college hosts, sponsors, or participates in enrichment programs for area K-12 students, such as college days, summer or afterschool programming, or science Olympiad. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. (iii) The community college provides, supports, or participates in programming to promote successful transitions to college for traditional age students, including grant programs such as talent search, upward bound, or other activities to promote college readiness in area high schools and community centers. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. near our extension centers for dual enrollment. The MCC Livingston Center is currently working on dual enrollment, articulation agreements, and Middle College concept with Howell High School. MCC hosts Science Olympiad on an annual basis. MCC hosts an annual math competition for high school students. MCC hosts tours/workshops for area schools in Science labs. MCC runs summer camp programs in the FABLAB for middle and high school students to support STEM and entrepreneurship. MCC’s Institute for Medical Simulation provides simulation training for students at Genesee Career Institute and Oakland Schools Technical Campus-Northwest. MCC’s Upward Bound program is a federally funded education program aimed at increasing academic and motivational levels of low income and First Generation high school students so that they will graduate and successfully pursue a college education. MCC’s program, Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) is committed to helping young people at risk to overcome barriers to graduation from high school and become college and career ready. MCC faculty and deans serve on advisory committees for GISD in English and Math coordinating curriculum. MCC hosts and participates in the College day and a Criminal Justice Career Fair for the past 15 years. Starting in 2008, the first Summer High School Challenge launched which was a collaborative effort by Mott Community College Livingston Center, Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS), Work Skills Corporation (WSC), Livingston Essential Transportation Services (LETS), and Livingston Education Service Agency (LESA) to provide 150 Best Practices by Category (iv) The community college provides, supports, or participates in programming to promote successful transitions to college for new or reentering adult students, such as adult basic education, GED preparation, GED testing, or recruiting, advising, or orientation activities specific to adults. Examples of Adherence 1. 2. 3. (v) The community college has active partnerships with regional 4-year colleges and universities to promote successful transfer, such as articulation, 2+2, or reverse transfer agreements or operation of a university center. 1. 2. 3. an opportunity for upper level high school students with Asperger’s Syndrome that would prepare them to transition into their next venture after high school. This program consisted of a sequence of training and job experiences designed to enhance the cognitive strengths of the participants and give them tools to compensate for some of their differences. MCC’s Workforce Development department provides several programs targeting adult and dislocated workers including Introduction to Career Pathways, “Fast Track” an intensive 3-week preparation for college and career readiness with computer-assisted accelerated learning/work preparation modules for individuals, ages 18 and older. MCC participates in the Gateway Project serving individuals up to 21 years of age who have dropped out of high school re-enter college. MCC delivers Adult Basic Education and General Education Development preparation for the Genesee County residents. These programs help adult learners with basic skillsreading, writing, computation, speaking, listening in order to be successful in the global workplace and/or transition to postsecondary education. Career Pathways and how to navigate the community college is offered. MCC maintains articulation agreements with colleges and universities throughout the state. MCC operates the first university center created in the state of Michigan. Located on MCC’s Main Campus, partners include: MSU, UM-Flint, Ferris State, Cleary, Rochester. Davenport University has joined MCC’s University Center and will be located at the Southern Lakes Branch Center. 151 Best Practices by Category Examples of Adherence Category C: Community Services (must meet 4 of 5) (i) The community college provides continuing education programming for leisure, wellness, personal enrichment, or professional development. (ii) The community college operates or sponsors opportunities for community members to engage in activities that promote leisure, wellness, cultural or personal enrichment such as community sports teams, theater or musical ensembles, or artist guilds. (iii) The community college operates public facilities to promote cultural, educational, or personal enrichment for community members, such as libraries, computer labs, performing arts centers, museums, art galleries, or television or radio stations. 1. MCC provides state testing for the Certified Nursing Assistant. 2. MCC annually offers Motorcycle Safety Training in partnership with the State of Michigan. 3. MCC established a Law Enforcement Regional Training Academy. 4. MCC offers the only Factory Five build school in the world, allowing participants the opportunity to build a kit car from bare frame to completed car. 5. MCC’s FABLAB provides open access to community members to develop products for personal use or business development. 6. MCC’s Workforce Development Department offers financial literacy through the Financial Opportunity Center which is designed to assist students with budgeting, savings, student loan debt, default, credit card debt, and guidance. 1. MCC Choir, Concert Band, and Guitar ensemble are combinations of students and community members as participants. 2. MCC’s Ballenger Speaker Series provides free lectures to the public on a variety of topics. 1. MCC operates an art gallery open to the public with both visiting artist exhibits and student exhibits. 2. Community members have full MCC library privileges. 3. MCC operates three community- based technology centers that provide computer and internet access to lower social economic communities. 4. MCC is a founding sponsor to the Flint & Genesee Literacy Network by sponsoring events, use of buildings and grounds, funds and commitment of staff. 5. The Livingston Center partnered with the Carnegie Library and is providing a Little Free Library to all who enter the building. 152 Best Practices by Category (iv) The community college operates public facilities to promote leisure or wellness activities for community members, including gymnasiums, athletic fields, tennis courts, fitness centers, hiking or biking trails, or natural areas. (v) The community college promotes, sponsors, or hosts community service activities for students, staff, or community members. Examples of Adherence 1. MCC maintains hiking and bike trails throughout the campus which are connected to city hiking and bike trails. 2. MCC co-sponsors the Commit to Fit Regional wellness campaign. 3. MCC maintains tennis courts for student and community use. 1. MCC offers a variety of service learning opportunities provided by faculty including but not limited to – anti-bullying programs, VIDA tax preparation, reading to children and seniors. 2. MCC faculty and staff participate in service days working with North End Soup Kitchen. 3. MCC’s Department of Public Safety sponsors a community Halloween party every year. 4. MCC is a sponsor of the American Cancer Society Making Strides for Breast Cancer Walk. 153 FOR ACTION Board of Trustees Charles Stewart Mott Community College Regular Meeting, September 28, 2015 Volume 46 1.44 Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreements for Public Safety Officers Unit Representatives of the College and the Public Safety Officers bargaining unit have reached tentative agreement on a collective bargaining agreement to replace the contract that expired on June 30, 2015. The tentative agreement (TA) is consistent with policy direction previously provided by the Board, except that the duration of the agreement will be limited to one year. Broadly speaking, the contract is unchanged except for the addition of Easter Sunday as a paid holiday for officers working that day. In addition to routine editing, the TA calls for documentation of existing protocol (for example, advance notice of transfer) and some operational improvement to contract text (for example, requiring employees to report safety concerns and ensuring that officers required to obtain an Associates degree are honoring their commitment). On the basis of the preceding information, the following resolution is recommended, Be it Resolved, That, The Charles Stewart Mott Community College Board of Trustees Approves the negotiated tentative labor agreement for the Public Safety Officers bargaining unit and authorizes the President to execute the corresponding labor agreement. Reviewed and Submitted by: ____________________________________ Amberly Brennan Interim Chief Human Resources Officer Date: September 28, 2015 Board Policy Statement Reference: 5100 – Compensation and Benefits 1. Total compensation/benefits must not exceed 77% of the total operating budget. 2. The President is directed to review all budget proposals and labor agreements with specific emphasis on total compensation and recommend only actions that fall within the 77% maximum and that will preserve the College’s long-term fiscal stability. Board Policy Statement Reference: 5300 – Recognition of Bargaining Units, Board Negotiating Agents, Contract Approval, Contract Administration, Staff Job Action 2. Contract Approval: At the conclusion of contract bargaining, and following member ratification, the President must present the proposed agreement to the Board for its consideration. 154 FOR ACTION Board of Trustees Charles Stewart Mott Community College Regular Meeting, September 28, 2015 Volume 46 1.45 Confirmation of Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement Following a nationwide search and a very competitive, comprehensive selection process, Dale Weighill has been selected as the finalist for the position Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement. Mr. Weighill has been the Executive Dean of Professional Development & Experiential Learning at Mott Community College (MCC) since January 2011. Prior to this role, he was the President & CEO of Resource Genesee, a Flint-based nonprofit organization, for eleven (11) years. As CEO, he was the primary leader of all fund development, marketing and branding, community relations, and program development efforts. Mr. Weighill came to Flint in 1997 to teach at MCC on an adjunct basis, which he did for over thirteen (13) years. In addition to completing several Indiana University School of Philanthropy workshops related to Institutional Advancement, Mr. Weighill holds a Master’s Degree in Political Science from American University in Washington, D.C. Consistent with Board Policy 2100, it is recommended that the Board of Trustees confirm the appointment as detailed in this month’s Staffing Transactions Report. On the basis of the preceding information, the following resolution is recommended, Be it Resolved, That The Charles Stewart Mott Community College Board of Trustees Confirms the appointment of Dale Weighill as the College’s Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement as detailed in this month’s Staffing Transactions Report. Reviewed and Submitted By: _____________________________________ Beverly Walker-Griffea, Ph.D. President Date: September 28, 2015 Board Policy Statement Reference: 2100 – College President (Authority) The President has the full authority to conduct the operations of the College as authorized by law and in accordance with the policies, mission, and goals adopted by the Board. Additionally, the Board of Trustees delegates authority to the President to do the following: (1). Select and employ all personnel for the College, provided that the positions are contained in the Table of Authorized Positions approved annually by the Board of Trustees and are fully funded in the current Board approved budget. (2). Appoint Executive Cabinet members with confirmation by the Board. 155 President’s Report Regular Board of Trustees Meeting September 28, 2015 1. Executive Summary 2. Introduction of New Hires 3. Upcoming Dates: ***** October 12, 2015 MCC Annual Peace & Dignity Ceremony, 11:00 a.m., Mott Memorial Building (Southwest Grounds) October 14-17, 2015 ACCT Leadership Congress, San Diego October 21, 2015 Finance/Audit Committee, 12:00 p.m., CM1019 Personnel Committee, 4:00 p.m., CM1019 October 22-23 MCCA Autumn Board of Directors Meeting, St. Clair County Community College October 26, 2015 Committee of the Whole, 6:30 p.m., RTC1301 Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., RTC1301 October 30, 2015 2015-2016 Goals & Objectives Committee, 2:30 p.m., CM1019