May 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting

1. Roll Call
 

2. Invocation and Pledges
 

3. Approval of Minutes
 

4. Public Comment
 

5. Information Items
 

5.A. Report of Taxes Collected.  Attached is the report of taxes collected for the month of April 2026.
 

5.B. Report of Unfilled Positions.  The Sr. Vice President, Administration, provides the attached report on vacant positions that are currently being advertised
 

5.C. Resignations and Retirements.  Pursuant to Board Policy DMD (Local), the President has accepted the written notice of resignation and retirement from the following contract-level employee(s):  

Sal Mirza, Faculty, Bus Admin & Comp Tech, Baccalaureate Programs
Tanisha Millender, Advisor - Counselor, Veterans, Counseling and Testing
 

5.D. Fund Development Report.  The Sr. Vice President, Student Success and Advancement, provides the attached report on fund development activities of the Brazosport College Foundation for May and June 2026.
 

5.E. Recruitment Annual Report.   The Director, Marketing, Communications, and Recruitment provides the Recruitment Annual Report for the 2025-2026 academic year. 
 

5.F. Texas Talent Strong Pathways Update.  The Vice President, Academic Affairs and Pathways lead, provides the attached update on Brazosport College’s Texas Talent Strong Pathways work.
 

5.G. Dual Enrollment Update.  The Director, Dual Enrollment and Achievement, provides the attached Dual Enrollment Update for the Spring 2026 semester. 
 

5.H. Law Enforcement Academy Graduation.  The Law Enforcement Academy Graduation will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in Gator Hall at Brazosport College.
 

5.I. 2026 CCATT Conference.  The 2026 Community College Association of Texas Trustees (CCATT) Annual Conference has been set for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, September 17-19, 2026, in Baytown, Texas, at the Hyatt Regency Baytown. Members of the Board of Regents are encouraged to attend with Dr. Vincent Solis, President. Registration for the conference is to be made through Annaliza Gideon, Sr. Chief of Staff and Board Relations.
 

5.J. ACCT Annual Leadership Congress.  The 2026 ACCT Annual Leadership Congress is scheduled for October 21-24, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago in Chicago. Illinois. Members of the Board of Regents are encouraged to attend the conference with Dr. Vincent Solis, President. Registration for the conference is to be made through Annaliza Gideon, Sr. Chief of Staff and Board Relations. 
 

5.K. Board Policy Review.  At the Board Workshop on February 13-14, 2009, Regents initiated a systematic review of Board policy.  It was suggested that a number of Board policies be included for review as part of each monthly agenda.  Questions regarding the referenced policy may be addressed to the President prior to the meeting for clarification and/or discussion.

The attached policies are as follows: CHA (LEGAL), CHB (LEGAL), CHC (LEGAL), CHE (LOCAL), CHF (LOCAL).
 

5.L. Brazosport College Calendar.  The Brazosport College Calendar for May 20, 2026, through July 30, 2026, is attached.
 

6. Reports/Presentations
 

6.A. Bernstein Quarterly Report on Endowment Funds.  Shannon Willems, Bernstein, will present the quarterly report on endowment funds.
 

6.B. Student Government/Student Engagement/Intramural Reports. The Assistant Vice President, Student Success, along with a representative from the Student Government Association, will present an overview and update on their accomplishments and activities from the 2025-2026 academic year. 
 

6.C. President's Report.

1.)  College Update
2.)  Regents' Visibility
 

6.D. Board Committee Reports.

1.)  Finance Committee
2.)  Student Success Committee
 

7. Unfinished Business
 

7.A. Proposed Amended Board Policy BCA (LOCAL) Board Internal Organization: Board Officers and Officials.  The Sr. Vice President, Administration, requests the review of amended Policy BCA (LOCAL). The proposed revisions to the policy provide clarification regarding the organization of the Board and the roles, responsibilities, and duties of Board officers. Updates include clearer language related to the election of officers, procedures for filling vacancies, and the delineation of duties for the Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Additionally, the revisions further define the authority and expectations associated with each officer position to ensure alignment with Board practices and legal requirements.  

Board policy provides that new or amended policies are to be presented at one meeting and adopted at a subsequent meeting. Attached is a copy of the proposed amended policy with existing policy language appearing as regular text, deleted language appearing in red font with a line through it, and new language in blue font.

This proposed policy is presented for second read and adoption.
 

8. New Business
 

8.A. Statement of Officer and Oath of Office.  The Oath of Office for the recently appointed Regent for Position 2 will be administered to Monica Caudillo by the Chair of the Board.

It would be appropriate for the designated Regent to sign the Statement of Officer and Oath of Office documents.
 

8.B. Election of Officers.  Board Policy states that the Board shall elect Officers from its members at the next regular meeting following the election of Regents. 

Election of a Secretary for two-year terms is in order.
 

8.C. Faculty and Administrative/Support Staff Salary Increase.  The Board adopted new salary structures in August 2024, replacing models that had been in place for nearly 25 years. To stay competitive with the current market and to attract, retain, and support high-quality employees, a 5% salary increase for Faculty and Administrative/Support Staff is recommended for FY26. 

The President joins in this recommendation. It would be appropriate for the Board to approve the proposed 5% salary increase for Faculty and Administrative/Support Staff, to be effective September 1, 2026. 
 

8.D. Property and Liability Insurance Renewal.  Ben Odom from McGriff will be present at the meeting to provide information on the renewal. 

It would be appropriate for the Board to approve the renewal of property and liability insurance for the College.
 

8.E. Vendor Approval: Doron Precision Systems.  Approval is requested by the Brazosport College Emergency Medical Services Program and the Law Enforcement Academy to purchase a driving simulator system. Doron Precision Systems has been identified as the recommended vendor for the simulator. The proposed cost for the simulator is $122,400.

The procurement of these services does not require a formal bid process because Doron Precison Systems is an awarded vendor under the Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative, which Brazosport College utilizes to streamline competitive procurement in compliance with Texas Education Code §44.031.

It would be appropriate for the Board to approve spending of over $100,000 with Doron Precison Systems.
 

8.F. Resolution Authorizing Participation in the U.S. Fixed Income Investment Pools. Attached is a communication from the Vice President, Finance, Business, and Chief Financial Officer, with a resolution authorizing participation in the U.S. Fixed Income Trust Investment Pools and designating authorized representatives.

It would be appropriate for the Board of Regents to approve the Resolution Authorizing Participation in the U.S. Fixed Income Investment Pools and Designating Authorized Representative.
 

8.G. Board Resolution: Use of Public Funds.  The Sr. Vice President, Administration, requests approval of the accompanying resolution allowing the use of public funds and for the College to take all actions required to ensure full compliance with applicable Internal Revenue Service regulations and retirement plan requirements.

The President joins in this recommendation. It would be appropriate for the Board to approve the resolution.
 

8.H. Board Policies.
 

8.H.1. Amended Board Policy DMD (LOCAL).  The Sr. Vice President, Administration, requests the review of amended Policy DMD (LOCAL).  The revision to the policy redefines the termination of a contract employee by establishing clear procedure and process.  Board policy provides that new or amended policies are to be presented at one meeting and adopted at a subsequent meeting. Attached is a copy of the proposed amended policy with existing policy language appearing as regular text, deleted language appearing in red font with a line through it, and new language in blue font.     

This proposed policy is presented for first read and no action is to be taken.
 

8.H.2. Amended Board Policy DCA (LOCAL).  The Sr. Vice President Administration requests the review of amended Policy DCA (LOCAL).  The revision to the policy redefines the terms of an existing contract when a contact employee accepts a new contract position on campus. Board policy provides that new or amended policies are to be presented at one meeting and adopted at a subsequent meeting. Attached is a copy of the proposed amended policy with existing policy language appearing as regular text, deleted language appearing in red font with a line through it, and new language in blue font.     

This proposed policy is presented for first read and no action is to be taken.
 

8.I. Consideration and Possible Action Regarding Proposed Termination of Contract – Nursing Faculty.  In accordance with Board Policy DMB (LOCAL), the President recommends the Board of Regents approve the proposed termination of the term contract of a Nursing Faculty member.

It would be appropriate for the Board to approve the proposed termination of the contract in accordance with Board Policy DMB (LOCAL).
 

8.J. Financial Report.  Attached is the financial report for April 2026. 

It would be appropriate for the Board to accept the April 2026 financial statements.
 

9. Closed Session

Adjournment to closed session pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.074, for the following purposes:

1.)  Consultation with Board’s Attorney

Private consultation with the Board’s legal counsel regarding any item on this meeting agenda, personnel matters, and all subjects or matters authorized by law in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act.

2.)  Personnel

Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of an employee or hear a complaint against an employee.

Discuss Proposed Termination of Contract – Nursing Faculty.

Open Session

Action on Items Discussed in Closed Session

Consideration and action, if any, regarding items discussed in Closed Session (those listed under Closed Session in this notice).