1. FALCON 2009 Executive Director’s Report Major Accomplishments / Key Partnerships FALCON report at AIHEC BOD meeting FALCON articles of incorporation revised to change name, add student goal. Annual Conference planning Tribal Leaders Research Curriculum completed – Cooperative agreement w/NCAI PRC FALCON presentation at the Lumina/National Rural Funders Collaborative series, “Cultural & Community Assets: Models that Accelerate Impact & Success in Rural Communities of Color.”

2. FALCON 2009 Executive Director’s Report Emerging Issues / Challenges (Implementing the FALCON Strategic Plan) Fostering the AIHEC Relationship – Regular communication – Legislative initiatives (e.g., Research RFA) Financial sustainability : the Federal Budget & the Economy FALCON Leadership Development: Strengthening the FALCON Committee Structure Providing value to our members

3. Federal Budget Update