K. Sved introduced the goal-setting process and the current status of related Navigator projects. Members discussed the recent resignation of board member D. Koren and how she might continue to partner with Navigator in various capacities, including a relationship involving EdTech. The committee considered steps and timelines for pursuing the goal-setting process, as well as the alignment of board goals and organizational goals. Members shared key questions as well as broader, strategic themes that they would like to have explored as goals are identified. These included dissemination, expansion, and board development.

The committee discussed options for launching and facilitating the CEO evaluation process utilizing the online Board On Track platform. J. Flaherty and S. Martin will consider next steps during a meeting to be held on Monday, October 11, 2021. Further plans will be shared during the next board meeting on October 12, 2021.

This item was addressed in a brief discussion focusing on future considerations regarding the addition of a new board member to replace a recently departed board member, thereby returning the board composition to a total of nine members.

The committee confirmed that a request for the potential development of a travel reimbursement policy for board members be considered. T Peraic led a discussion focusing on recent regulations and recommendations concerning virtual and in-person board meetings. Members posed clarifying questions, specifically relating to the status of (and expectations for) various staff roles when staff members attend meetings. 

T. Peraic reviewed the recent approval of the Conflict of Interest Code by the state. He reviewed previous cycles of Form 700 collection and submission, and suggested next steps for complying with current regulations, including the submission of a new set of forms by October 26, 2021.