Elizabeth Garza

The board meeting agenda includes the administration of the oath of office for trustees and a review of the February and March financial statements. Key considerations involve the engagement of independent auditors for the 2025-26 fiscal audit, the ratification and purchase of various goods and services including student lab computers, a student engagement system, and an awards module. Additionally, the board will deliberate on the Virginia Callan Welder Performance Annex interior project, updates to testing center fees, and policy revisions, followed by a report on progress and presidential updates.

The agenda for the Board Workshop includes a discussion of TASB Update 50 (LOCAL) policies, a review of financial statements for February and March 2026, and the proposed engagement of independent auditors for the 2025-26 fiscal audit. Additionally, the Board will discuss procurement items, including the purchase of computers for student labs, a Customer Relationship Management and Student Engagement System, and an Ellucian Award module. The meeting will also feature a discussion regarding the Virginia Callan Welder Performance Annex interior project.

This document outlines Victoria College's student-centered approach to achieving educational goals, focusing on comprehensive improvement efforts for its student population. It details strategies and metrics related to student demographics, early academic momentum, course completion and persistence rates, and successful transfer and completion outcomes. The plan aims to equip students with necessary knowledge and skills for career and transfer, personal growth, and active community participation.

A public hearing on the proposed tax rate for Victoria County Junior College District was announced. The proposed tax rate is $0.1832 per $100 valuation, which is greater than the no-new-revenue tax rate of $0.1710 per $100. The hearing will address the increase in property taxes for the 2025 tax year. Information was provided on how to calculate property taxes under the proposed rates and how to contact the members of The President's Office to express support or opposition. The tax impact on the average residence homestead was compared between 2024 and 2025, showing an increase in total tax rate, average homestead taxable value, and tax on the average homestead.

The 2000-2001 Institutional Effectiveness Plan for The Victoria College focuses on providing high-quality educational programs and services to fulfill individual and community needs. Key goals include offering quality academic and workforce education, developmental and continuing education, and adult basic skills programs. Targeted outcomes involve ensuring student success in transfer programs and workforce training, enhancing technology and support services, promoting diversity, and fostering community linkages. The plan emphasizes effective financial stewardship and the provision of intellectual and cultural events to enhance the community's quality of life.