Brenda Harkins

The meeting agenda includes administrative items such as calling the meeting to order, roll call, and proof of notice. Key discussion and voting items involve the December financial update, communications including a thank-you from Yukon High School Millerette Basketball and an article naming Redlands as an Oklahoma Top Workplace, and the President's Report. The President's Report section contains votes on new policies regarding Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals, discussions on campus safety and security, updates on student housing, and a vote on entering the State Master Lease Program for $2,500,000 to fund a Soccer field and track construction project. Personnel updates are also scheduled for review.

The regular session of the Board of Regents included discussions on the financial update, introducing the new metric 'Days of cash on hand,' which stands at 120 days. Key agenda items involved the presentation and approval of proposed Fiscal Year 27 Academic Service Fees, which included eliminating redundant fees and integrating the ATI software system to reduce student book costs. The Chief Information Security Officer provided an update noting no cyber incidents and an improved internal penetration testing grade from 'C' to 'A'. The Board approved the proposed 2026 meeting dates and approved a grant application for $35,400 to enhance the nursing program's simulation and skills lab. A purchase order for $251,952 was authorized to replace the fascia on the Bill Cole Nursing Building. Updates were also provided on the sale of the Three Acre property, nursing program completion rates showing improving trends, and personnel changes including new hires and one termination. The Board entered and exited executive session to discuss the performance evaluation and re-employment of the President, ultimately approving the President's re-employment for the 2026 fiscal year with a 3-year contract and a $1,200 base salary increase. New business included an invitation to an upcoming community event and condolences following the death of a student athlete at Connors State College.

The meeting agenda includes a financial update, communications, and the President's report. The President's report covers proposed academic service fees for FY 27, an update from the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Board of Regents meeting dates for 2026, a grant application to the Mary K. Ashbrook Foundation, and issuing a purchase order to Wiley Hicks, Jr., Inc. to replace the fascia on the Bill Cole Nursing Building. Also includes review and discussion of the Employees of the Fall 2025 Recognition, Three Acre Property along Country Club Road, Nursing Completion Rates, and personnel updates. The agenda also includes convening into executive session to discuss the performance evaluation and Chairman's recommendation regarding the re-employment of the President of Redlands Community College.

The meeting included communications regarding commendation for the College's drone program and a thank you note for the Experiential and Service-Learning Breakfast. The external auditors presented clean opinions for both the College and Foundation. OACC Award Winners were recognized for excellence. An update on the Nursing Department and ACEN Site visit was provided, highlighting strong college support and improved pass rates. Student Accounts Receivable were discussed, noting a reduction in legacy accounts. Program changes were approved for Computer Systems & Applications, Management in the Workplace Certificate, and Workplace Leadership and Service Certificate. An update was given on the loss of the NASNTI Part A Federal Grant. The Oklahoma Top Workplaces Survey results were discussed. Dr. Kacey Daniels was recognized for completing her doctorate.

The Board of Regents meeting included a financial update and updates from the President, including thank-you notes received. A Budget Committee was appointed. Changes to Policy 304.2 regarding Payroll and Payroll Deductions were approved. The board reviewed and approved personnel changes, including new hires, resignations, and retirements. The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education invited the Boards to attend the Regent's Education Program, and the Foundation Board will sponsor funding for cattle at Royse Ranch.