Jacob Braddock

The Board discussed and took action on several items. Key discussions included calling and ordering an election for positions #1 and #2. Academic Affairs presented Policy: BGC (LEGAL)BP regarding the SPC Faculty Senate for approval. Student Affairs provided updates on preliminary 2026 spring enrollment and housing occupancy figures, along with Title IX reports and the status of the 2025 School Safety Audit Action Items. Business Affairs received approval for financial reports, the tax office report, and an investment report. The Board also approved an amendment of authorized representatives for TexPool. Institutional Advancement reported on the upcoming 2026 SPC Foundation fundraiser, Monte Carlo Evening, and approved the street-naming rights for a drive north of the Administration Building to be used as an auction item. The President reported on ongoing campus construction projects, noting delays due to material shortages for some roofing and HVAC work, and updates on the aquatic center and Gillespie Hall electrical upgrade. An update was provided on the Plainview Center, detailing a proposal from Plainview ISD to lease the building to establish a Technical High School, with details regarding maintenance and course offerings still being finalized in an MOU. The Board approved the results of the Hockley County Appraisal District Board of Directors election and approved an amendment to the Purchasing Operating Policy related to SB 1173. Finally, the Board approved soliciting Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) bids for the Dental Hygiene program construction design.

The meeting agenda included the presentation of the independent audit. The Board approved the signing of a Design Agreement Letter of Intent with Henry Schein Medical related to the Dental Hygiene Program, and subsequently approved the Dental Hygiene Program Curriculum. Updates were presented on Fall 2025 retirees and Fall 2025 Census Enrollment Figures. Policies related to SB17 and SB2972 were presented and unanimously approved. Financial reports, including the tax office report, were approved. The President reported on construction progress across various campus projects, including the aquatic center, campus roofing, HVAC, Auto Collision, and Gentry Square. Resolutions were approved regarding the split of votes for the Cochran County Appraisal District board and awarding all votes to one member for the Hockley County Appraisal District board. A plan to close the SPC Plainview Center by August 2026, unless alternatives are found, was reported, along with proposed adjustments for the Lubbock CTC Center to expand welding, electrical, metal fabrication, and HVAC programs. Finally, the Board unanimously approved the cancellation of the regular December meeting.

The primary discussion item for this special meeting involved a request to reschedule the upcoming meeting originally set for January 8, 2026. The Board unanimously approved a motion to move that meeting to January 15, 2026.

The Board of Regents convened to discuss several key items, including proposed High Demand Occupation Course Fees, Fall 2025 Census Enrollment Figures, Title IX 2024-25 Quarter 4/Annual Report, SPC 2024 Annual Campus Security Report, and the 2022 Official Three-Year CDR Report. The board also reaffirmed the South Plains College Mission Statement. Construction updates were provided, including progress on the aquatic center and roofing projects. The potential closure of the Plainview Center was discussed, and the board approved its closure unless other provisions are made by August 2026. An update was shared on the SPC Reese Center and the transfer of property to Texas Tech University. The board also considered nominations to the Cochran County Appraisal District Board.

The Board of Regents convened to discuss several key areas. Presentations were given on health science passage rates, preliminary Fall 2025 enrollment, housing occupancy reports, the college's mission, vision, values, and the South Plains College Foundation's financial report. Updates were provided on current construction projects, including pool removal challenges and progress on classroom and restroom additions. Nominations were made to the Hockley County Appraisal District Board, and Distinguished Alumni for 2025 were approved. The implementation of SPC Policies and Procedures was also discussed.