Update on Board of Trustees Meeting
Regular Board Meeting: Thursday, August 12, 2021
ACTIONS
Board Approves Issuance of Tax-Exempt Bonds
The Board of Trustees approved the issuance by the California Community College Financing Authority of its Student Housing Revenue Bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1.5 million for the purpose of financing/refinancing the acquisition, construction, improvement, renovation and equipping of an on-campus student housing facility.
Approved!
Board Approves New Staff

Julie Hernandez, Administrative Assistant, Library, Distance Education, and Learning Resources (start date: 8/23)
Approved!
Board Approves 2021-2024 NVC
Union of Classified Professionals Agreement

The Board of Trustees approved the 2021-2024 Napa Valley Community College District and Napa Valley College Union of Classified Professionals agreement. The agreement includes enhancements to probationary/regular classified salaries for 2021-2022 and 2023-2024, as we as a number of clarifications, revisions and updates. agreements.
Approved!
Board Approves Community Ed Offerings

The Board of Trustees approved community education courses and their associated fees.

Approved!
Board Approves Professional Services Proposal from Hyland Software, Inc.

The Board of Trustees approved a professional services proposal from Hyland Software Inc. to migrate the district’s current unsupported and outdated system, Singularity/Hershey, to the current Hyland product, OnBase.  
Approved!
Board Approves CAE Healthcare Proposal

The Board of Trustees approved a proposal from CAE Healthcare to provide Aria Pediatric Simulators for NVC's Health Occupations program.
Agreements Approved
The Board of Trustees approved agreements with:

Department of Education, Child Development Division: Amendment to California State Preschool Program Agreement for FY 20-21 changing the maximum reimbursable amount.

Northshore Fire Protection District: MOU for NVC's students in the paramedic program to fulfill the required field internships in order to satisfy the graduation requirement.


Napa Valley Unified School District: MOU regarding the federal TRIO Program Educational Talent Search to continue supplementing student services at selected sites in the Napa Valley Unified School District.

Napa Valley Support Services: partnership with DSPS for the development and offering of noncredit classes.

Product Services and Industries (PSI): partnership with DSPS for the development and offering of noncredit classes.
PRESIDENT AND CABINET REPORTS
Dr. Kraft thanked the faculty and staff for a successful summer session and Flex Days, and provided an update on his transition, thanking the Board for its support and understanding.

As part of the President's Report, the following individuals provided updates:

  • Jessica Thomason, executive director, NVC Foundation, shared plans for a President's Circle Major Donor Society and an Alumni program, as well as an update on the Foundation's strategic plan and rebranding efforts.
  • Dr. Robyn Wornall, senior dean, research, planning, and institutional effectiveness, provided an update on the accreditation process.
  • Holly Dawson, director, public affairs & communications, provided an update on current student communications and progress on the new website, including a sneak preview.
  • Roger Clague, interim vice president, information technology, provided an update on the voice mail system and other technology issues, and emphasized that the priority for IT is student access.
  • Dr. Sara Parker, asst. superintendent/vice president, academic affairs, provided a snapshot of fall enrollment, including COVID-related impacts to enrollment and growth efforts, in the context of strategic enrollment planning efforts.
  • Charo Albarrán, assoc. vice president, human resources & training development, welcomed Imelda Basco, senior manager, payroll, and Donnelle Cotton, payroll specialist, as the payroll unit is now part of HR.
  • Oscar De Haro, asst. superintendent/vice president, student affairs, thanked Robin Darcangelo and everyone involved in producing a very successful Student Convocation, and he shared information about the over 400 students who participated. He also shared the good news that Napa Valley College has received a five-year, $1.58 million grant from the Department of Education for educational talent search.
  • Jennifer Baker, president of the board of trustees, thanked Dr. Kraft for his exceptional leadership over the last ten years, acknowledging his family obligations as a family member battles cancer. She also outlined plans for the recruitment of a new superintendent/president, noting the board's commitment to participation from all the campus constituencies. Trustee Goff will serve as the hiring committee chair and she will be reaching out to each president of each constituency with an opportunity to provide input.
Next Board of Trustees Meeting: 9/9/21