Paul Arrigo

This Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) for Lee College provides a comprehensive framework for addressing all types of emergency incidents. It outlines the responsibilities of administrators, faculty, staff, students, and coordinating agencies across five phases of emergency management: Prevention, Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery. The plan's objective is to educate the district on actions to minimize loss of life and property, ensuring effective coordination and community-wide recovery efforts.

The strategic plan for Lee College focuses on creating an ideal student experience by looking beyond stereotypes, building holistic pathways, and providing high-quality instruction for transfer and workforce programs. It aims to support the greater community and graduates with professional development and community education opportunities. The vision includes fostering a sense of belonging and support for all students, valuing employees, establishing mutually beneficial partnerships for efficient educational pathways, and expanding opportunities to close educational gaps, especially for underserved students. This is achieved through a caring community approach emphasizing safety, courtesy, well-being, growth, and efficiency.

The Board of Regents convened to canvass the returns from the election held on May 3, 2025, for electing three Regents for Positions Nos. 4, 5, and 6. The board declared Pam Warford, Heron Thomas, and Daryl Fontenot as duly elected members, having received the highest number of votes cast, subject to taking their oath and qualifying as provided by the laws of the State of Texas.

The meeting included updates on the Gray Science Building, critical infrastructure projects, Tucker Hall, Gulf Street and parking lot. The committee also discussed the Citizens Bond Advisory Committee and the Daycare Center.

The committee discussed initiating a Request for Proposal (RFP) to potentially change the external auditors. An update was provided on the open Internal Auditor position, which has been vacant for over a year, and the ongoing search to fill the role. Furthermore, the committee was informed about the investment process, focusing on investing $20 million in Board Reserve funds, with investments in the two to three years range.