March 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Description:  Executive Committee - report by Barrett-Chair, Fortunato, Carlisle, Pesina
AC Foundation - report by Fortunato, Mize
Amarillo Museum of Art (AMoA) - report by Fortunato
Panhandle PBS - report by Thomas, Woodburn
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) - report by Woodburn
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 2 (TIRZ 2) - report by Skinner
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 3 (TIRZ 3) - report by Proffer
Standing Policies & Procedures Committee - report by Carlisle-Chair, Fortunato, Hughes, Turner
Finance Committee (AC Investment, Potential Lease & Sales Opportunities) - report by Mize-Chair, Barrett, Fortunato, Proffer
Legislative Affairs Committee - report by Hughes-Chair, Carlisle, Thomas, Woodburn
Community College Association of Texas Trustees (CCATT) - report by Thomas
Nominating Committee - report by Woodburn-Chair, Fortunato, Proffer, Thomas
 

Description:  This item is placed on the agenda so that the College President may provide updates on recent presidential activities, community engagements, and other newsworthy items.

This item is for discussion only. No action is required.
 

Description:  Minutes of the regular board meeting on February 24, 2026, and the special board meeting on March 12, 2026, have been provided to the Regents.

After discussion, the Board may wish to approve these minutes.
 

Description:  A.  APPOINTMENTS
The Faculty appointments for approval by the Board are attached at page 5

B.  BUDGET AMENDMENTS
The Budget Amendments for approval by the Board are attached at page 6

After discussion, the Board may wish to approve the Consent Agenda.

Description:  This item is placed on the agenda so that the Board may receive an update on Badger Bound. 

This item is for discussion only. No action is required.
 

Description:  Thirteen Amarillo College Theatre students showcased their talent at the Amarillo College Theatre Festival Last month in Abilene, earning multiple awards and national recognition.

This item is for discussion only. No action is required.
 

Description:  This item is placed on the agenda so that the board may review the financial statements for January 31, 2026, as well as the monthly financial report. A copy of the financial statements and the monthly financial report has been provided to the Regents.

After discussion, the Board may wish to accept the financial reports.
 

Description:  This item is placed on the agenda so that the board may review the financial statements for January 31, 2026, as well as the Monthly Financial Report. A copy of the report has been provided to the Regents.

After discussion, the Board may wish to accept the financial reports.
 

Description:  Amarillo College's Health Science Simulation Center seeks to expand its simulation experiences to support pediatric training for students.  This equipment includes the following:

• SimNewborns (quantity of two includes cases, airway lubricant, blood concentrate, syringes, IV/IO drain bag, IO sealing tape, meconium aspiration kit, umbilical cord, blanket, cap, and diaper) - SimNewborn is a newborn tetherless simulator designed to improve neonatal resuscitation training.
• MegaCode Kid Medium and SimPad PLUS 2 System (includes remote control, headset, microphone, wrist strap, manikin strap, and software) - MegaCode Kid paired with the SimPad PLUS System provides training for a wide range of emergency skills including CPR, ACLS, trauma, first aid and child abuse awareness training in field, transport and in-hospital settings.

The pediatric simulation equipment will enhance instructional quality and support enrollment growth by providing hands-on simulation learning experiences. The equipment will be purchased from Laerdal Quote #Q-1257305 utilizing the BuyBoard Contract 704-23 in the amount of $68,023.40.

Items will be purchased with HSI STEM grant funds.

After discussion, the Board may wish to approve the Contract 704-23 in the amount of $68,023.40.
 

Description:  Amarillo College's Biology Department seeks to equip a new biology lab to support student instruction for anatomy & physiology, biology, and zoology courses.  The requested items include the following:

• 21 different anatomy & physiology instructional models of various quantities
• Nine (9) sets of ten (10) zoological models
• Human muscular model which shows the deep and superficial musculature in detail with removal parts

Items will be purchased with HSI STEM grant funds.

These items will enhance instructional quality and support enrollment growth by providing hands-on work-based learning simulation experiences. The equipment will be purchased from Anatomy Warehouse Quote #QN22089 utilizing the TIPS Contract # 230807 in the amount of $63,751.52.

After discussion, the Board may wish to approve the Contract # 230807 in the amount of $63,751.52.
 

Description:  Approval is requested for the Concert Hall Theater renovation project. The Concert Hall Theater, a signature Edward Durrell Stone design, is the primary venue for the Department of Music. The current interior (seating, carpet, drapery) dates to 1997. This renovation is a strategic, cost-effective alternative to a full structural overhaul, ensuring the facility meets National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) accreditation standards ahead of the 2028-2029 site visit. 

The project utilizes Cooperative Purchasing Agreements were noted to streamline procurement and ensure competitive pricing without additional bidding.
 

• VPAA Funded Improvements ($85,003.95 total)
  • Seating Removal: $13,431.00 (Panhandle Steel Building - Cooperative)
  • Flooring: $8,015.14 (Casey Carpet One - RFP # 1401)
  • Lighting & Painting: $59,510.00 (A-1 Electric & Wardlaw)
  • Includes a 5% project contingency.

• Foundation Funded Improvements ($145,616.15 total)
  • New Seating: $114,900.00 (GOAT Athletix Inc.- Cooperative)
    • Optional: Specialty Lighting: $2,441.00 (LEP Lighting)

• • Curtains/Drapery: $28,275.15 (Rose Brand - Cooperative)

Work is scheduled for Summer 2026, beginning May 18 and concluding July 31. This timeline ensures the hall is operational for the Summer Choir Recruiting Camp in August 2026.

After discussion, the Board may wish to approve the Concert Hall Theater renovation project.
 

Description:  This item is placed on the agenda in order for the Board to discuss the President’s annual evaluation for the previous year. The evaluation results have been provided to the Regents.

After discussion, the Board may wish to take action with respect to the term’s and conditions, of employment, or compensation of the President.

 

Description:  There will be a closed session so that the regents may deliberate the

1. appointment, employment, and duties of the College President pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074.
2. confidential legal matters pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071.

Counsel Mark D. White may be asked to stay.

No final decision, action or decision will be taken in this session.
 

Description:  NOTE: The Board of Regents will have dinner at 5:15 p.m. in the College Union Building, 2nd Floor, Room 208. The regular meeting will start at 6:00 p.m. in the Palo Duro Room.

If during the course of the meeting, any discussion of any item on the agenda or any other permitted matter(s) should be held in closed meeting, the Board will convene in such closed meeting in accordance with the applicable section of the Texas Government Code, Title 5, Chapter 551 et seq.