Lara Duran

The agenda included a recommendation to approve a new banking partnership with Bennington State Bank, citing potential improvements in return on held assets and commercial offerings. The board was also asked to approve naming rights for the Pestinger Family Atrium and the Exline, Inc. Classroom in the new Industrial Maintenance and Automation building. Additionally, the agenda included discussion of personnel matters related to non-elected personnel in an executive session.

The meeting included discussion on monthly financial reports, enrollment data, KBOR success data, and planned capital expenditures. The board considered the approval of Patterson Grant expenditures for electrical trainers and software, a roofing project, and computer purchases. There was also an informational presentation on a Student Information System (SIS) proposal. The President reported on faculty in-service, participation in the Salina Adult Education Center advertising campaign, and discussions with the administrative council to refine operational plans for FY26. Additionally, there were discussions on acquisition of real property during an executive session.

The agenda included approval of personnel actions, review of monthly financial reports, and discussion of a SIS purchase. The President reported on participation in the Excel in CTE task force and meetings with donor prospects. A new partnership with Kansas State University was announced, along with a transfer agreement with Pittsburg State University. The board also discussed acquisition of real property in an executive session and reviewed a purchase agreement for a student information system.

The Board of Trustees meeting included discussions on the monthly financial reports, which showed a comparison of the last year versus the current year's cash position and the completion of payments for Building J, with a slightly more favorable year-end adjustment projection. The board approved a 5-year service agreement for SIS. The fall census report indicated a 2% increase in enrollment. Legislative hearings on the budget were attended, advocating for restoring the Technical College Operating Grant, full Excel in CTE funding, Apprenticeship/Internship funding, and Student Success funding. Discussions were held with Kansas State University representatives regarding the SLN pathway. Industry partners were met to discuss gifting options for college fundraising efforts. The board also went into executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property but took no action afterward.

The agenda included a call to order, approval of the agenda, public comments, and a consent agenda covering personnel matters. Monitoring reports were presented, including the monthly financial report and program reviews for CAD, DEN, HYG, HVAC, DST, and ACR. Action items included stairway bid approval and naming rights approvals for the Robert and Aileen Button Auditorium, the Robert and Aileen Button Office Suite, and the Patterson Family Foundation Laboratory. The meeting also covered a partnership with Bennington State Bank, naming rights to Exline, Inc. and the Pestinger Family in the IMA building, and asset disposal. Discussions also involved non-elected personnel matters in an executive session.