Pedro Avalos

The board received presentations regarding the Women's Softball and Men's Baseball teams, as well as a Kids' College division presentation. Key performance indicators and a racial profiling report were reviewed. Action items addressed included the Midland County Hazard Mitigation plan, a quarterly investment report, and a contract for Instructure Canvas licenses. The board also reviewed and approved local policy updates, administrative and faculty contracts, and received updates on donations, employment changes, and resignations. An executive session was convened to discuss real property and legal consultation.

The Board of Trustees discussed various operational and administrative items. Key topics included a division presentation on the Welding program, the approval of a proposal for the design and construction administration of a fire suppression system for the campus, and the election process for the Midland Central Appraisal District Board of Directors. The President provided updates on monthly donations, personnel changes including new hires and resignations, enrollment figures, and the review of TASB LEGAL Update 50. The Board also convened in an executive session to discuss real property matters.

The Board meeting included presentations on criminal justice forensic labs and board policies regarding structure and process. Action items focused on the annual financial report and independent auditor's report, approval of an emergency operations plan with an active threat annex, adoption of a CMAR method for the fire suppression system, and the purchase of a generator. Additionally, the Board addressed the continuation of the faculty senate, reviewed and approved faculty contracts, and received updates regarding personnel changes, donations, and future events.

The Midland College Board of Trustees convened to discuss multiple topics, including applied technology facility planning, core values, and the strategic plan. Action items included the potential purchase of ultrasound equipment and nominations for the Midland Central Appraisal District Board of Directors. The board also considered a new faculty contract and discussed the ACCT Voting Delegate. Updates from the President included the monthly donation report, employment of non-contractual full-time employees, resignations, enrollment figures, SB 2972, the annual Title IX CEO report, and the ACCT Leadership Congress. An executive session regarding real property was also scheduled.

The meeting included a review of the August minutes, a financial report, and updates on COVID protocols. Discussions covered budget expenditures, including office supplies and background checks, as well as the utilization of substitute teachers and related costs. The board also addressed positive COVID cases, adherence to state guidelines, and the decision not to close centers following positive cases, while maintaining other safety measures. Additional topics included conflict of interest disclosures, the potential replacement of a board member, professional development opportunities, and the allocation of ESSER funds for behavior support. Upcoming events such as parent meetings, Red Ribbon Week, and parent-teacher conferences were also discussed.