(1) To hold, rent, lease, sell, purchase and improve buildings, furnishings, equipment, materials, books and supplies.

(2) To enter into contracts or agreements for services with postsecondary institutions, other educational providers or local government agencies in order to carry out the intent and purposes of this article.

(3) To accept and receive gifts of real and personal property.

(4) To apply for Federal, State and local funds and grants and to expend funds obtained from these sources.

(5) To determine the needs and aspirations of potential students and employers in the community.

(6) To make policies providing for identification of students, programs, courses or classes to be offered and any other matters related to administration of the community education council.

(7) To hire employes to conduct the day-to-day operations and carry out the policy of the board.

(8) To exercise such other powers and perform such other duties as are necessary to effect the intent and purposes of this article. Nothing in this act shall authorize any degree granting.