The purpose of the Advisory Council as set forth by the State Board of Community Colleges and Occupational Education in Board Policy 2-25 is as follows:

1. To advise the college president and the State Board on the long-term educational needs of the area served by the college and on other matters identified in Colorado Revised Statute 23-60-206.
2. To serve as liaison between the college and area employers in order to facilitate assessment of employment, training and educational needs of the service area.
3. To serve as liaison between the college and local school boards, county commissioners, city councils, other local elected officials and other relevant groups or persons.
4. To promote the college’s programs and services among the communities and constituencies in the college’s service area.