2011/12 Board of Trustees Goals

Supporting Institutional Goals

Ensure MiraCosta College has the accreditation sanction lifted by July 2012.
Review current data and establish that programs are in place to measure and improve student success; measure progress as appropriate, but at least annually.
Ensure there is a clear definition and understanding of the meaning of vanguard institution in the context of the Comprehensive Master Plan.
Ensure a balanced budget is implemented in 2012/13.
Ensure facilities are up-to-date and reflective of a vanguard institution; use the comprehensive master plan timeline to measure progress.
Resolve current litigation to the best financial advantage of the college.

Implement SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, timely) goals for the board and superintendent/ president by October 2011 and ensure metrics/measures are in place to assess the college’s progress against the Comprehensive Master Plan.
Refine the board’s self-evaluation instruments and processes to the board’s satisfaction.
With the Board of Trustees and superintendent/president, develop an evaluation instrument that provides a more clear understanding of the delineation of board and superintendent/president roles and responsibilities.
Review fiscal reporting tools to ensure the board understands how to evaluate the district’s fiscal health.
Develop by October 2011 and implement a plan to engage board members in an outreach program that enhances the college’s visibility and credibility in the community.
Develop and codify a board-development plan (Board Policy/Administrative Procedure 2740–Board Education).