Board Committees

Audit & Budget  
Ms. Dianne McKay, Chair
Mr. Larry Kennedy, Member

The Audit & Budget Committee is responsible for the oversight of the District-wide budget development process through a review of Board priorities, budget assumptions, allocation model and the annual budget development calendar. 

The Committee recommends to the Board the selection of the District independent auditor, meets periodically with the auditor to ensure appropriate financial controls are in place and the annual financial reports are prepared timely and in accordance with State regulations. 

This committee meets monthly or on an as-needed basis (at least quarterly).

Capital Planning and Facilities 
Mr. Bernardo M. Perez, Chair
Mr. Art Hernández, Member

The Capital Planning and Facilities Committee examines the relationship of the campus facilities master plans to submitted proposals for the design and construction of buildings or other facilities or improvements, and review the fiduciary viability of any architectural or construction management firms recommended for Board approval. This committee meets monthly or on an as-needed basis (at least quarterly).

Legislative  
Mr. Bernardo M. Perez, Chair
Mr. Art Hernández, Member

The Legislative Committee discusses responses to pending local, statewide, and federal legislative issues that may affect the community college district. This committee meets monthly or on an as-needed basis (at least quarterly).

Planning, Accreditation, Communication, and Student Success 
Ms. Dianne McKay, Chair
Mr. Stephen Blum, Member

The Planning, Accreditation, and Communication Committee ensures that District and college planning is comprehensive and meets organizational and community needs, as well as Accrediting Commission Standards. The committee also reviews and tracks District practices and activities for alignment with Accrediting Commission Standards and receives reports on college progress toward meeting Accrediting Commission Standards. The Planning, Accreditation, and Communication Committee ensures that the Board is informed regarding all accreditation matters within the District. The committee ensures that internal and external Board communication is ongoing, timely, transparent, and meets both organizational and community needs. This committee meets monthly or on an as-needed basis (at least quarterly).

Policy   
Mr. Stephen Blum, Chair
Mr. Larry Kennedy, Member

The Policy Committee provides recommendations to the Board regarding policy for the Ventura County Community College District. This committee meets monthly or on an as-needed basis (at least quarterly).