Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Jeremy Ramos’s organization
Aug 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Polk State College District Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The Board discussed and approved the President's employment agreement and strategic goals, which focus on student retention, community service, workforce program development, and philanthropic fundraising. Financial statements for July were approved, as well as an RFQ for design-build services to establish a welding program and contracts for legal services. The Board adopted an Institutional Neutrality Statement and received reports on the Fall 2026 enrollment strategy, education abroad experiences, and an employee climate survey. The meeting also addressed organizational matters, including the election of the Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming fiscal year, approval of signature facsimile resolutions, and the setting of the future meeting schedule.
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Polk State College District Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered several critical items, including the approval of financial statements, student tuition and fees, and various operating budgets for the college and its collegiate high schools. The board also authorized the Unexpended Plant Fund Budget and the Annual Physical Inventory Report. Significant actions included approving Rule 2.29 Interim Procedures, the employment contract for the president, and the submission of the General Education Review to the Florida Department of Education. Additionally, the board approved an agenda addition for a dedicated work session on college finances, received updates on state budget appropriations, reviewed the Collegiate High School recruitment plan, and discussed the Purple Star Campus initiative for veteran students.
Jun 29, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Polk State College District Board of Trustees Budget Workshop Minutes
The board participated in a budget workshop to discuss the 2026-2027 fiscal year financial planning. Key topics included a comprehensive fund overview, revenue and expenditure comparisons between fiscal years, and strategies for revenue enhancement and expenditure management. The discussion also covered building maintenance and capital project planning, including potential HVAC upgrades. Additionally, the board reviewed key budget assumptions related to state appropriations and tuition fees, and outlined the procedural requirements for the Carryforward Spending Plan and relevant state compliance.
Jun 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Polk State College District Board Of Trustees Agenda
The board meeting agenda includes personnel action reports for Polk State College and the Collegiate High Schools, as well as updates on employment vacancies, tangible property deletions, and capital project status. Action items involve the approval of salary schedule changes for the College and its Collegiate High Schools. The Board will consider the recommendation to appoint a new President for Polk State College and review financial statements. Additionally, the agenda covers an informational update on a study away experience and a recruitment and enrollment plan for the Collegiate High School.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
