Date: February 12, 2024
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: WITCC Campus - Sioux City, Iowa
WITCC Mission
We elevate our diverse learners and strengthen our communities through inclusive and innovative education.
Board Members
Russell Wray, President | Tricia Sutherland, Vice President | Micah Lang | Brad Griffin | Blanca Martinez | Linnea Fletcher | Mary Parker | Jeremy Ogle | Erin Muck
Brenda Wright, Board Secretary
Administration:
Terry Murrell, College President | Troy Jasman, VP of Finance and Administrative Services | Darin Moeller, Executive Dean of Instruction | Jackie Plendl, Dean of Human Resources | Tawnya Beermann, Dean of Students | Christina Brandon, Dean of Outreach and Information Technology | Revathi Vongsiprasom, Dean of Opportunity and Engagement | Erin Volk, Dean of Quality
Presenters:
Carmen Wilson, Associate Dean – Corporate College | Karina Pedroza, Title III Project Manager
Item
Russ Wray called the meeting to order at 4:02 pm.
Roll Call of Directors taken by Brenda Wright. All members were present.
No Oral Communications were brought to the Board.
No Written Communications were brought to the Board.
Russ asked the Board to review the Consent Items. No questions or concerns. Jeremy Ogle made a motion to approve and it was seconded by Linnea Fletcher. All in favor. Motion carried.
Tawnya Beermann and Christina Brandon presented the Spring 2024 Semester Credit Enrollment Report. Our enrollment was up in both headcount and credits. Concurrent enrollment also saw an increase this semester.
Erin Volk reported on the FY2023 Federal Funding Profile. This report shows the federal monies received. It shows a decrease due to no longer receiving COVID funding from the federal government.
Erin Volk introduced Karin Pedroza to present the Title III Evaluation. The Title III team has been busy their first year. Karina explained the goals to the Board and presented them with the annual report print.
Jackie presented the Second Reading of Board Policy 206.1, Non-Discrimination Statement. No one had any concerns. Micah Lang made a motion to approve and it was seconded by Linnea Fletcher. All were in favor and motion carried.
Darin Moeller introduced Carmen Wilson to present the 260E Preliminary Agreement for Cold Link Logistics Sioux City LLC. This is a program for employers to use training dollars for new employees. Jeremy Ogle made a motion to approve and it was seconded by Blanca Martinez. All in favor and motion was carried.
Troy presented the proposal to Exercise of Option to Extend Community Action Agency of Siouxland Agreement. This would extend the contract for five years. Tricia Sutherland made a motion to approve and it was seconded by Blanca Martinez. All were in favor and the motion carried.
Troy presented the WITCC Center for Inclusive Excellence Project Certificate of Substantial Completion This project is almost complete but this Substantial Completion allows us occupancy. Jeremy Ogle made a motion to approve and it was seconded by Linnea Fletcher. All were in favor and motion carried.
Troy brought forward the WITCC Parking Lot 4 Paving Improvements Project Bids for approval. This proposal will replace the parking lot 4 and includes some of the main road around campus and also include the KWIT parking lot. The project would start in May and be completed in August. Plant funds would be used to fund this project. Micah Lang made a motion to approve and it was seconded by Linnea Fletcher. All were in favor and the motion carried.
Tricia Sutherland reported on the last board meeting for the Community Colleges for Iowa. The monthly training is looking to change its format. Emily is offering to attend a board meeting for additional training for trustees. Tricia also encouraged the board to attend the Community College Day on the Hill coming up in February. It’s a great opportunity to talk to legislators.
Terry gave his president’s report. He requested approval to serve alcohol at an event on March 11. We will be having a Title III event open to the public and would like to serve alcohol in the Center for Inclusive Excellence. The board approved.
Russ asked the board to review the calendar events. Linnea Fletcher made a motion to approve and Tricia Sutherland seconded. All in favor and motion carried.