Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Irene Benero’s organization
May 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Regents of Hill College Regular Meeting
The meeting encompassed a wide range of administrative and academic actions, including the approval of consent agenda items and financial reports. The President delivered a detailed report highlighting various college events, student accomplishments such as commencement and pinning ceremonies, program spotlights in music and esports, and updates on enrollment and facilities. Key action items included the approval of personnel considerations, the selection of a tractor bid for the rodeo arena, and the authorization of a property sale. Additionally, the Board appointed a member to the Hill College Foundation, ratified updates to TASB policies, and approved the revised academic catalog for the 2026-2027 academic year.
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The Board reviewed and approved the consent agenda, financial reports, and personnel considerations. The President's report encompassed updates on instructional course design, facility projects, workforce development initiatives, student publication recognition, and enrollment metrics. Additionally, the Board discussed and approved changes to room and board rates and course fees. Athletics department and esports updates were presented. Following an executive session regarding real property and long-term lease options for wrestling programs, the Board authorized a search for building facilities to accommodate wrestling programs and voted to table the launch of said programs until further information is obtained.
Jan 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Regents of Hill College Regular Meeting
The board discussed and acted upon several items including the review of the Fiscal Year 2025 Audit Report and the December 2025 Financial Report. An executive session was held to consult on Texas Heritage Museum planning, which resulted in the approval of a planning expenditure fund. The meeting featured reports on college programming, enrollment, and athletics. Additionally, the board approved personnel considerations, tabled a proposal for new wrestling programs pending a cost breakdown, and voted to cancel the upcoming March meeting. The board also approved the Capital Master Plan for the Hill County campus and authorized the college to conduct a Board of Regents election if necessary.
Jan 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hill College Faculty Council Meeting
The Faculty Council meeting addressed several critical procedural and operational items. Key discussions included waiving the 30-day notice requirement for the current meeting and reviewing the updated bylaws, which were deemed compliant with legislation. Officer elections for the 2026-2027 academic year were outlined, confirming that the council is now fully formed, although the Job Training Workforce Partnership pathway representative is currently unrepresented due to administrative role changes. A major focus was planning the rollout of synchronous video conference courses for rural high schools and health careers dual credit, including establishing synchronous learning pods on each campus and providing necessary professional development. The council also discussed the meeting schedule, confirming bi-semester meetings and dedicated faculty meetings. Finally, discussions touched upon legislative changes affecting faculty associations and the need to secure future funding through the budget process.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
