Stephanie Ledlow-Arndt

The board meeting focused on several key topics, including a legislative update and the introduction of a new Dean of Enrollment Management. Presentations were conducted regarding the Tax Appraisal District of Bell County and Information Technology updates. Business matters addressed included engine trainers for the automotive program, automotive purchase ratification, external audit services, a contract renewal for Impact Fire, and a power plant controls upgrade. Additionally, the board reviewed a list of expenditures over $50k and concluded with an executive session to address personnel, legal, and property matters.

The board meeting included a Chancellor's report featuring a legislative update and a presentation on the Dual Credit program. Financial items for consideration included the approval of the interim financial statement and investment report, as well as the approval of a revised vendor list. Procurement actions addressed the purchase of a 3D scanner, multiple sleeper trucks and utility trailers, and a commercial truck driver training simulator. Additionally, the board discussed the duties of the internal auditor and held an executive session to address legal, personnel, real estate, and security matters.

The agenda included the consideration of the minutes from the previous meeting, a chairman's update, and the chancellor's report covering legislative updates, the Service Award Ceremony, and the THECB Higher Edge Conference. The board discussed and considered the approval of the Annual Financial Report, revisions to the Intellectual Property policy, a payment to The Urban Institute, an Interlocal Agreement with the Killeen Fire Department, and the appointment of a new Foundation Board Member. Additionally, the performance and duties of the Internal Auditor were discussed. The meeting also included an executive session to discuss specific personnel matters, consultations with an attorney, real property, a test item, security personnel, devices, audit, prospective gift or donation, potential business incentives or economic development matters, and matters relating to emergencies or disasters.

The resolution designates the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 academic year as the official budget for the Central Texas College District. It directs the Chancellor to file a copy of the official budget with the county clerks of Bell and Coryell counties, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, and the Texas State Library. Upon approval of the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor is authorized to execute contracts for personnel services, benefits, consulting, professional services, and the acquisition of goods, materials, supplies, and equipment.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics, such as the February 2025 Interim Financial Statement and Investment Reports, the Chancellor's updated travel schedule, and a resolution of support for continued investment in the Dynamic Community College Funding Model. The board also considered the purchase of a Sharpcut Pro SXl 732 standard model large-format flatbed cutting table from Ricoh, approval of election judges and workers for Coryell County, and revising Board Document #440 to align early voting times. Additionally, there was a discussion and approval of the Sophos Managed Detection and Response 5-year renewal from SHI-Government.