Meeting Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Public Testimony
4. RECOGNITIONS and INTRODUCTIONS – Mr. Ruben Villarreal
4.A. Recognition of Women’s City Club’s Donor Legacy through Five Endowments and Ongoing Commitment to Laredo College
5. INFORMATION ITEMS
5.A. Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership - Certificate in Leadership Program Study Abroad Report – Dr. Marissa Guerrero
5.B. Student Success Report – Dr. David V. Arreazola/Ms. Jessica Treviño
5.C. National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Annual Conference Report – Mr. Esteban Rangel
5.D. Report on the Aspen Collaborative/Counseling Taskforce – Dr. David V. Arreazola/Ms. Jessica Treviño
5.E. Notification of Employee Compensation During Closure Due to Inclement Weather as Per Laredo College Policy DEA(LOCAL)-COMPENSATION AND
BENEFITS: COMPENSATION PLAN – Dr. Minita Ramírez
5.F. Foreign Trade Zone Designation Requests – Dr. Minita Ramírez
5.G. U.S. Trademark Registration and Palomino Trademark Status – Dr. Diana Y. Ortiz
5.H. Presentation of 2026-2027 Student Handbooks for Division of Academic Affairs – Dr. Marisela Rodriguez Tijerina
5.I. S&P Global Ratings Upgrade of Laredo College Credit Rating – Mr. Cesar Vela
6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
6.A. Approval of Endowment Matching Funds in Accordance with the Donor Request of the Women's City Club – Dr. Diana Ortiz
6.B. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Monthly Board Meeting of May 28, 2026 and June 25, 2026 Board Budget Workshop and Retreat
6.C. June 2026 Financial Report – Mr. Cesar Vela
6.D. May 2026 Quarterly Investment Report – Mr. Cesar Vela
6.E. Act on Board Policy CAK(LOCAL)–Appropriations and Revenue Sources: Investments – Mr. Cesar Vela
6.F. Consideration and Approval of the Purchase of Computer Equipment for the Associate Degree Nursing Program – Mr. Cesar Vela
6.G. Consideration and Approval of the Rental of a Temporary Chiller for the South Campus – Mr. Cesar Vela
6.H. Consideration and Approval of a Contract for the Fabrication and Installation of a Metal Perimeter Fence at the South Campus – Mr. Cesar Vela/Mr. Wicho Tijerina
6.I. Approval to Attend the Laredo Chamber Foundation Strengthening Nonprofit Leadership & Governance Training – Ms. Jackie Leven-Ramos
6.J. Approve Proposed Amendment to Laredo College Board Policy BBH(LOCAL) BOARD MEMBERS: CONVENTIONS, CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS to Add the Association of Governing Boards (AGB) National Conference on Trusteeship to the List of Conferences Board Members are Authorized to Attend – Ms. Jackie Leven-Ramos
6.K. Approve Proposed Amendment to Laredo College Board Policy BBD(LOCAL)BOARD MEMBERS: ORIENTATION AND TRAINING to Add the Association of Governing Boards (AGB) Board Member Training Modules and Lessons to the List of Authorized Orientation and Training Content Topics – Ms. Jackie Leven-Ramos
6.L. Approve Proposed Amendment to the Laredo College Board Procedures Manual to Add the Amendments to Laredo College Board Policies BBH(LOCAL) BOARD MEMBERS: CONVENTIONS, CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOP and BBD(LOCAL)BOARD MEMBERS: ORIENTATION AND TRAINING – Ms. Jackie Leven-Ramos
6.M. Approval of Designated Nonbusiness Days for Purposes of the Texas Public Information Act – Dr. David V. Arreazola
6.N. TASB Board Policy Update 51:  Review Updated LEGAL Policies and Act on LOCAL Policies (see list below) – Dr. David V. Arreazola
Policy
BBC(LOCAL): BOARD MEMBERS - VACANCIES AND REMOVAL FROM OFFICE
BGC(LOCAL): ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION - COUNCILS AND FACULTY SENATES
CS(LOCAL): INFORMATION SECURITY
FB(LOCAL): ADMISSIONS
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6.O. Order Calling for the Election for Board of Trustees Positions 7, 8, and 9 as per Board Policy BBB(LEGAL): BOARD MEMBERS-ELECTIONS, the Texas Election Code, and the Texas Education Code and Authorizing the College President to Enter in to a Joint Election Services Contract with the Webb County Elections Administrator to Conduct and Supervise the Joint Elections of November 3, 2026 – Dr. Veronica G. Martinez
6.P. Approve Modifications to Laredo College Board Policy DMB(LOCAL)-TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT: TENURE – Dr. Marisela Rodriguez Tijerina
6.Q. Approve Modifications to Laredo College Board Policy DCB(LOCAL)-EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES: TENURE – Dr. Marisela Rodriguez Tijerina
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION
7.A. Consultation with the College District Attorney Concerning the Grievance Process in a Pending Personnel Matter, Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.074
7.B. Discussion Concerning the Board of Trustees’ Executive Session Meeting Held on November 19, 2025, Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.074
7.C. Consultation With Legal Counsel Regarding External Law Firm Report on Board Governance Matters and Issues Related Thereto, Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 
8. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
8.A. Grievance Process Being Used in Pending Personnel Matter
8.B. Board of Trustees’ Executive Session Meeting Held on November 19, 2025
8.C. Action Regarding External Law Firm Report Recommendations on Board Governance Matters and Related Issues
9. PRESIDENT’S REMARKS AND REPORTS
9.A. Campus Police, Personnel, and Travel Reports – Dr. Minita Ramírez
9.B. President’s Remarks on Recent Happenings in the Community – Dr. Minita Ramírez
9.C. Campus Police, Personnel, and Travel Reports – Dr. Minita Ramírez
9.D. President’s Remarks on Recent Happenings in the Community – Dr. Minita Ramírez
10. Upcoming Events: 
Saturday, August 1, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – Flamenco Fest Tablao: Sobre Las Tablas at the Kazen Student Center

Monday, August 17, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – Laredo College Employee Convocation at the Martinez Fine Arts Center

Monday, August 17, 2026, 10:30 a.m. – Laredo College Employee Recognition Ceremony at the Martinez Fine Arts Center
 
11. Next Meeting Dates: 
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – Special Called Board Meeting

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – Regular Monthly Board of Trustees Meeting 
12. Adjournment
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: July 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Monthly Board Meeting
Subject:
1. Call to Order
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2. Roll Call
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3. Public Testimony
Subject:
4. RECOGNITIONS and INTRODUCTIONS – Mr. Ruben Villarreal
Subject:
4.A. Recognition of Women’s City Club’s Donor Legacy through Five Endowments and Ongoing Commitment to Laredo College
Attachments:
Subject:
5. INFORMATION ITEMS
Subject:
5.A. Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership - Certificate in Leadership Program Study Abroad Report – Dr. Marissa Guerrero
Subject:
5.B. Student Success Report – Dr. David V. Arreazola/Ms. Jessica Treviño
Subject:
5.C. National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Annual Conference Report – Mr. Esteban Rangel
Subject:
5.D. Report on the Aspen Collaborative/Counseling Taskforce – Dr. David V. Arreazola/Ms. Jessica Treviño
Subject:
5.E. Notification of Employee Compensation During Closure Due to Inclement Weather as Per Laredo College Policy DEA(LOCAL)-COMPENSATION AND
BENEFITS: COMPENSATION PLAN – Dr. Minita Ramírez
Attachments:
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5.F. Foreign Trade Zone Designation Requests – Dr. Minita Ramírez
Attachments:
Subject:
5.G. U.S. Trademark Registration and Palomino Trademark Status – Dr. Diana Y. Ortiz
Attachments:
Subject:
5.H. Presentation of 2026-2027 Student Handbooks for Division of Academic Affairs – Dr. Marisela Rodriguez Tijerina
Attachments:
Subject:
5.I. S&P Global Ratings Upgrade of Laredo College Credit Rating – Mr. Cesar Vela
Attachments:
Subject:
6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
Subject:
6.A. Approval of Endowment Matching Funds in Accordance with the Donor Request of the Women's City Club – Dr. Diana Ortiz
Attachments:
Subject:
6.B. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Monthly Board Meeting of May 28, 2026 and June 25, 2026 Board Budget Workshop and Retreat
Attachments:
Subject:
6.C. June 2026 Financial Report – Mr. Cesar Vela
Attachments:
Subject:
6.D. May 2026 Quarterly Investment Report – Mr. Cesar Vela
Attachments:
Subject:
6.E. Act on Board Policy CAK(LOCAL)–Appropriations and Revenue Sources: Investments – Mr. Cesar Vela
Attachments:
Subject:
6.F. Consideration and Approval of the Purchase of Computer Equipment for the Associate Degree Nursing Program – Mr. Cesar Vela
Attachments:
Subject:
6.G. Consideration and Approval of the Rental of a Temporary Chiller for the South Campus – Mr. Cesar Vela
Attachments:
Subject:
6.H. Consideration and Approval of a Contract for the Fabrication and Installation of a Metal Perimeter Fence at the South Campus – Mr. Cesar Vela/Mr. Wicho Tijerina
Attachments:
Subject:
6.I. Approval to Attend the Laredo Chamber Foundation Strengthening Nonprofit Leadership & Governance Training – Ms. Jackie Leven-Ramos
Attachments:
Subject:
6.J. Approve Proposed Amendment to Laredo College Board Policy BBH(LOCAL) BOARD MEMBERS: CONVENTIONS, CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS to Add the Association of Governing Boards (AGB) National Conference on Trusteeship to the List of Conferences Board Members are Authorized to Attend – Ms. Jackie Leven-Ramos
Attachments:
Subject:
6.K. Approve Proposed Amendment to Laredo College Board Policy BBD(LOCAL)BOARD MEMBERS: ORIENTATION AND TRAINING to Add the Association of Governing Boards (AGB) Board Member Training Modules and Lessons to the List of Authorized Orientation and Training Content Topics – Ms. Jackie Leven-Ramos
Attachments:
Subject:
6.L. Approve Proposed Amendment to the Laredo College Board Procedures Manual to Add the Amendments to Laredo College Board Policies BBH(LOCAL) BOARD MEMBERS: CONVENTIONS, CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOP and BBD(LOCAL)BOARD MEMBERS: ORIENTATION AND TRAINING – Ms. Jackie Leven-Ramos
Attachments:
Subject:
6.M. Approval of Designated Nonbusiness Days for Purposes of the Texas Public Information Act – Dr. David V. Arreazola
Attachments:
Subject:
6.N. TASB Board Policy Update 51:  Review Updated LEGAL Policies and Act on LOCAL Policies (see list below) – Dr. David V. Arreazola
Policy
BBC(LOCAL): BOARD MEMBERS - VACANCIES AND REMOVAL FROM OFFICE
BGC(LOCAL): ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION - COUNCILS AND FACULTY SENATES
CS(LOCAL): INFORMATION SECURITY
FB(LOCAL): ADMISSIONS
FDA(LOCAL): TUITION AND FEES - RESIDENCY		 action
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Attachments:
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6.O. Order Calling for the Election for Board of Trustees Positions 7, 8, and 9 as per Board Policy BBB(LEGAL): BOARD MEMBERS-ELECTIONS, the Texas Election Code, and the Texas Education Code and Authorizing the College President to Enter in to a Joint Election Services Contract with the Webb County Elections Administrator to Conduct and Supervise the Joint Elections of November 3, 2026 – Dr. Veronica G. Martinez
Attachments:
Subject:
6.P. Approve Modifications to Laredo College Board Policy DMB(LOCAL)-TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT: TENURE – Dr. Marisela Rodriguez Tijerina
Attachments:
Subject:
6.Q. Approve Modifications to Laredo College Board Policy DCB(LOCAL)-EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES: TENURE – Dr. Marisela Rodriguez Tijerina
Attachments:
Subject:
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Subject:
7.A. Consultation with the College District Attorney Concerning the Grievance Process in a Pending Personnel Matter, Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.074
Subject:
7.B. Discussion Concerning the Board of Trustees’ Executive Session Meeting Held on November 19, 2025, Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.074
Subject:
7.C. Consultation With Legal Counsel Regarding External Law Firm Report on Board Governance Matters and Issues Related Thereto, Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 
Subject:
8. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
Subject:
8.A. Grievance Process Being Used in Pending Personnel Matter
Subject:
8.B. Board of Trustees’ Executive Session Meeting Held on November 19, 2025
Subject:
8.C. Action Regarding External Law Firm Report Recommendations on Board Governance Matters and Related Issues
Subject:
9. PRESIDENT’S REMARKS AND REPORTS
Subject:
9.A. Campus Police, Personnel, and Travel Reports – Dr. Minita Ramírez
Subject:
9.B. President’s Remarks on Recent Happenings in the Community – Dr. Minita Ramírez
Subject:
9.C. Campus Police, Personnel, and Travel Reports – Dr. Minita Ramírez
Attachments:
Subject:
9.D. President’s Remarks on Recent Happenings in the Community – Dr. Minita Ramírez
Subject:
10. Upcoming Events: 
Saturday, August 1, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – Flamenco Fest Tablao: Sobre Las Tablas at the Kazen Student Center

Monday, August 17, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – Laredo College Employee Convocation at the Martinez Fine Arts Center

Monday, August 17, 2026, 10:30 a.m. – Laredo College Employee Recognition Ceremony at the Martinez Fine Arts Center
 
Subject:
11. Next Meeting Dates: 
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – Special Called Board Meeting

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – Regular Monthly Board of Trustees Meeting 
Subject:
12. Adjournment

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