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Aug 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Laredo College District Board of Trustees Special Called Board Meeting
The Board met in a special session to discuss board governance matters and legal advice from outside counsel. During the open session, the Board voted to adopt numerous recommendations regarding amendments to the Laredo College Board of Trustees procedures manual and specific board policies, including board meetings, orientation and training, and ethics. Several recommendations were referred to committee for further review.
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Laredo College District Board Of Trustees Public Hearing And Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The board conducted a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and 2026 property tax rate. Key discussions included the recognition of the new Laredo College Police Department SWAT team and the receipt of a $300,000 grant for student success initiatives. The meeting covered finance and policy committee reports, a Title IX compliance report, Senate Bill 17 compliance certification, and quality enhancement plan recognitions. Additionally, the board adopted the FY 2027 budget, the 2026 property tax rate, and a resolution authorizing a general use fee for students. Various consent agenda items, including policy updates, insurance renewals, and financial reports, were approved, and amendments were made to board policy regarding training.
Aug 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Laredo College Board of Trustees Special Called Board Meeting
The board addressed several financial and administrative matters, including the certification of the 2026 appraisal roll and the approval of anticipated tax collections. Members voted on the proposed no-new-revenue tax rate for 2026 and scheduled a subsequent public hearing for tax rate adoption. Additionally, the board approved a change order for the Sports Complex roof restoration project and conducted an executive session to evaluate the college president's performance, approve a contract extension for the president, and review the results of the board's internal self-evaluation.
Jul 30, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Laredo College Board of Trustees Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Board meeting covered a broad range of operational and governance matters, including recognition of the Women's City Club for their long-term donor support, student success updates, and a study abroad report. The Board received reports on the college's credit rating upgrade to AA+, Foreign Trade Zone designation requests, and updates on enrollment task forces. Financial actions included approval of the June 2026 financial report, the May 2026 quarterly investment report, and modifications to investment policies. Several board policies regarding member training and conferences were amended or referred to committee. Additionally, the Board ordered an election for three trustee positions to be held in November 2026 and discussed legal matters and the grievance process during an executive session.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
