Gayle Bailey

The agenda for the Board of Regents meeting included several key discussions and actions. Information items covered updates from the NMT Foundation, Regent Enrollment Subcommittees, NMT University Research Park Corporation, NM HERC, and Regent Research Subcommittees. Specific discussions involved the NMT Aquatic Center, updates from SGA, GSA, Faculty Senate, and Staff Council, as well as legislative updates and presentations on the Green Data Center. Consent items included KMP Resolutions for PRTC and NMT, and approvals for restricted and unrestricted fund purchases exceeding $300k. Action items planned for the meeting included the approval of personnel actions, the approval of a new Master of Science in Geobiology program, authorization for strategic options for the NMT Aquatic Center, and approval of the NMHED Capital Projects Transmittal Sheet.

The New Mexico Tech FY2027 Legislative Request outlines strategic investments and appropriation requests focused on advancing student success, workforce development, research capabilities, and critical infrastructure. Key priorities include the continued development of a Student & Community Wellness Center, modernization of academic and research facilities, expansion of childcare services, and targeted public safety upgrades. The document also details special appropriation requests for IT system enhancements, campus master planning, student success and leadership development initiatives, critical minerals research, and advanced wireless technologies, alongside ongoing research and public service projects aimed at strengthening STEM education and economic growth across New Mexico.

The Board of Regents meeting agenda included several key administrative actions and reports. Discussions covered the Proof of Meeting Notice, approval of the agenda, and the Regents Oath of Office. Informational items included updates from the SGA, GSA, Faculty Senate, and Staff Council, as well as reports from various Vice Presidents on enrollment, quarterly financial reports, sabbatical notifications, and degree conferrals. Major action items for approval included the acceptance of the FY25 NMT Audit, various Restricted and Unrestricted Fund Purchases exceeding $300k, certification of the FY26 NMHED Quarterly Report, approval of the 2026 OMA Resolution, and resolutions for PRTC and NMT under KMP. The Board also planned to discuss proposed room and board fees increases, bank resolutions, and a lease purchase agreement for Mountain Springs Apt. An Executive Session was scheduled to consider legal and/or personnel matters.

The agenda for this special meeting included administrative items such as the Call to Order, verification of the Meeting Notice, and approval of the Agenda. Key discussion points involved a Public Comment period and a scheduled Executive Session to potentially consider legal and/or personnel matters, followed by reconvening in open session for final action, if any. The session also included Action Items focusing on the Presidential Search, followed by individual Board Member Comments, and New Business & Announcements.

The Board of Regents meeting included committee reports covering NMT Foundation updates, enrollment, research park corporation, NM HERC, research, student updates, and finance/legislative matters. Information items included updates from SGA, GSA, Faculty Senate, Staff Council, Alumni Affairs, cybersecurity, enrollment, VPSA, VPAF, financial reports, VPAA and VPR, a research presentation, and the President's updates. Consent items involved unrestricted fund purchases, NMHED quarterly certification, budget adjustments, a resolution for NMDOT, and NM HED capital projects. Action items included personnel matters, bench dedication, a scholarship proposal, employee benefits, legislative priorities, emeritus status, election of officer, power of attorney designee, and meeting dates. The agenda also covered individual board member comments, announcements, and new business.