September 16, 2025 at 5:45 PM - Regular Meeting

1. INVOCATION

2. MEMBERS AND VISITORS PRESENT

3. PUBLIC COMMENTS

3.A. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS: The Board of Trustees will hear public comment on agenda items at all open meetings in accordance with Texas Government Code Section 551.007

3.B. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: In addition, the Board of Trustees will hear public comment on non-agenda items in accordance with Board Policy DBD (LOCAL)

4. COMMENTS BY INDIVIDUAL BOARD MEMBERS

4.A. Comments may include, expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition of a public official, public employee, or other citizen; reminders about an upcoming event organized or sponsored by the College District; and/or information regarding a social, ceremonial, or community event that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a Trustee or a member of the College District; or any posted agenda item

5. UPDATE BY THE COLLEGE PRESIDENT

6. CONSENT AGENDA

7. REPORTS

7.A. Report on PATH Scholarship Grant

7.B. Report on SBNC Peer Navigator Grant

7.C. Fourth Quarter Investment Report for June to August 2025

7.D. Presentation on Acceptance of the Coastal Bend College Chief Executive Officer Academic Year 2024 – 2025 Report on Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, and Stalking Incidents Under Texas Education Code, Section 51.253(c)

7.E. Report on Engagement Strategies for Board of College Employees

8. NEW BUSINESS

8.A. Approve and Adopt 2025 Tax Rate and Resolution

8.B. Approval and Action on Nominations for Bee County Appraisal District Board of Directors

8.C. Consider Approval of Resolution Authorizing the Continuation and Ratification of the Faculty Senate Pursuant to Senate Bill 37

8.D. Consider Approval of Updated Faculty Senate By-Laws

8.E. Consider Approval of Private Auto Travel Reimbursement Rates for In-District and Out-of-District Travel

8.F. Consider Approval of Interlocal Agreement with Participating Members of TACCBO for cooperative purchasing of goods and services

8.G. Consider Approval of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Project Management

8.H. Consider Approval of Proposed Policy Updates to Align with TASB Updates

8.I. Consider Delegation of Authority to the College President and Designee to select Project Delivery / Contract Award Method that provides the Best Value to the College for the Beeville Campus Jaure-Latcham Buildings HVAC Upgrades Project

8.J. Consider Possible Action on Request for Nominations for Board Reorganization

8.K. Consider Approval of Individuals to Serve as Financial Signatories

9. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR AUGUST 2025

9.A. FY2024-2025 Audit Progress Status

10. REVIEW OF INFORMATIONAL REPORTS

10.A. Board Committee Reports (Executive, Finance and Audit, and Policy)

10.B. Approval of Contracts for Employment and Resignations as Recommended by the College President (Non-contract employees provided for informational purposes)

11. EXECUTIVE SESSION

11.A. Discussion of Employee Housing Policy and Related Employment Considerations (Texas Government Code 551.074, Personnel Matters)

11.B. Discussion of Campus Safety and Security Update (Texas Government Code 551.076, Security Devices or Security Audits)

11.C. Discussion of Governmental Relations Services Contract (Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with Attorney)

11.D. Discussion of Employee Work Schedules and Operational Considerations (Texas Government Code 551.074, Personnel Matters)

11.E. Discussion of Compliance and Regulatory Matters (Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with Attorney)

11.F. Discussion of Nursing Bridge Program

11.G. Discussion and Review of Board Self-Evaluation for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

11.H. Discussion of Procuring Replacement Fleet Vehicles with Trade-In of Aging Units

12. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION

13. UPCOMING MEETINGS

13.A. October 21, 2025 Regular Meeting at 5:30pm

13.B. November 18, 2025 Regular Meeting at 5:30pm

13.C. December 16, 2025 Regular Meeting at 5:30pm



 

14. ADJOURNMENT

15. Appendix