March 17, 2026 at 5:30 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. MISSION MOMENT

7. CONSENT AGENDA

7.A. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the February 17, 2026 Regular Board Meeting Minutes

8. REPORTS

8.A. 2024–2025 Annual Performance Report

8.B. Strategic Plan Update

8.C. Enrollment Initiatives Report

9. NEW BUSINESS

9.A. Consideration and Possible Action to Cancel Coastal Bend College Board of Trustee Election for Places 1, 2, and 3 Ordered for May 2, 2026

9.B. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Resolution Concerning a 36-Hour Summer Work Week Schedule

9.C. Consideration and Possible Action as Necessary on Proposed Instructional Materials Cost Proposed for FY26- FY27

9.D. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Ratification and Disposal of 31 Dental Hygiene Chairs

9.E. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Amendment to the Coastal Bend College 2025–2026 Academic Calendar

9.F. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Procurement of Internet Services

10. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR FEBRUARY 2026

10.A. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Second Quarter Investment Report for December to January 2026

10.B. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Monthly Financial Reports for February 2026

11. REVIEW OF INFORMATIONAL REPORTS

11.A. Review of Contracts for Employment and Resignations as Recommended by the College President (Non-contract employees provided for informational purposes)

11.B. Board Committee Reports (Executive, Finance and Audit, and Policy)

12. EXECUTIVE SESSION

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

12.B. Private Consultation with the Board’s Attorney Concerning Compliance, Accreditation, Regulatory, and Related Matters (Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with Attorney)

12.C. Discussion of Presidential Responsibilities and Related Administrative Matters (Texas Government Code §551.074, Personnel)

12.D. Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee (Texas Government Code §551.074, Personnel)

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

14. UPCOMING MEETINGS

14.A. April 21, 2026 Regular Meeting at 5:30pm

14.B. May 19, 2026 Regular Meeting at 5:30pm

14.C. June 16, 2026 Regular Meeting at 5:30pm

15. ADJOURNMENT

16. Appendix