SGA 9114
In CommitteeSenate
FLORA E. LUCATERO
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AI Analysis
This bill formally appoints Flora E. Lucatero to the Skagit Valley College Board of Trustees for a three-year term. The appointment ensures continued community representation in governing the college.
- Appoints Flora E. Lucatero as a member of the Skagit Valley College Board of Trustees
- Sets the term of office to begin on April 2, 2024, and end on September 30, 2027
- Fills a vacancy on the board as authorized under state law for community college boards
Who is affected
- Skagit Valley College Board of Trustees — This appointment ensures continued representation for the Skagit Valley College district on its governing board, helping guide college policies, budgets, and strategic direction.
Pro/Con Analysis
Stronger case for benefits
Potential Benefits (1)
This appointment ensures stable, representative governance of a public community college, supporting continuity in strategic planning, budget oversight, and alignment with regional workforce and educational needs.
Local GovernmentRef: Appoints Flora E. Lucatero as a Member of the Skagit Valley College Board of Trustees
Who Is Most Affected
As a sitting board member, Lucatero gains formal authority to participate in policy, budget, and leadership decisions affecting college operations, faculty, and students. Her continued service supports institutional stability and community-aligned governance.
The college benefits from uninterrupted board leadership, which supports consistent policy implementation, long-term planning, and accountability — especially important for managing state funding, accreditation, and local workforce partnerships.
Students may benefit indirectly from stable leadership, as board decisions influence tuition, program offerings, support services, and transfer pathways — though individual impact is diffuse and not guaranteed.
Local residents and employers in Skagit County benefit from continued community representation on the college board, helping ensure curriculum and training align with regional economic needs.
State government maintains its role in ensuring public higher education institutions have fully functioning governing boards, supporting accountability and compliance with state education goals.