Property taxes fund less than one-half of the total budget of the college.
Other funding includes state aids, student tuition and fees, and federal funds. MATC serves 1 in 12 district residents each year, and offers more than 100 educational programs. The board also heard a presentation about MATC's four regional campuses, and received a report on the last of the college's five strategic initiatives, which deals with developing a growing resource base for the college. The spots will air through Thanksgiving and then pickup again on Dec. 26 for play through spring open registration. The 30-second spot is intended to enhance MATC's image by promoting the importance of tech college grads in everyday life.