Galveston College public meetings in 2023
25 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Galveston College Committee of the Whole is meeting to tour the Health Science Education Center building. The agenda includes only the call to order, the tour, and adjournment, with no other business items listed.
- Tour of Health Science Education Center Building
The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or votes. The minutes are procedural and do not list any substantive decisions.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will consider several action items, including approving a bid for renovations to the Northen Building, library, and testing center, and upgrading the campus access control system. The board will also vote on budget amendments, a new digital communications certificate program, and other routine matters.
- Approval of bid for renovations of Northen Building, FA-207, Library, and Testing Center
- Upgrade of Basis Lenel access control system to Lenel OnGuard
- Budget amendments to Construction Fund and Capital Projects Fund for FY2024
- Purchase of office furniture for library staff offices
- Offer Digital Communications Program (Level 1 Certificate)
The provided minutes contain no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Facilities Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Facilities Committee will consider approving a bid for renovations to the Northen Building, FA-207, Library, and Testing Center, and a proposal to upgrade the campus Lenel access control system. They will also receive a construction update on the Health Science Education Center (HSEC) and may enter closed session to consult with attorneys about HSEC. The committee will make recommendations to the Board of Regents on these items.
- Bid approval for renovations of Northen Building, FA-207, Library, and Testing Center
- Proposal to upgrade Basis Lenel access control system to Lenel OnGuard
- Construction update on Health Science Education Center (HSEC)
- Closed meeting under Texas Gov't Code 551.103 to discuss HSEC legal advice
- Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023 meeting
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will consider several action items, including contracts for physical plant and electrical upgrades, a boiler purchase, and matters related to the Health Science Education Center (HSEC). The board will also review financial reports and consider accepting a federal Title V grant.
- Contract for Physical Plant and Electrical Upgrades
- Proposal to purchase a boiler for the Physical Plant
- Health Science Education Center (HSEC) action item
- Purchase of instructional equipment for Surgical Technology program
- Acceptance of U.S. Department of Education Title V Grant (DHSI) for 2023-2024
The provided document contains no record of meeting proceedings, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Facilities Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Facilities Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval of contracts for physical plant and electrical upgrades, a boiler purchase, and an update on the Health Science Education Center (HSEC). The committee will also consider minutes from the September 13, 2023 meeting and may enter a closed session for legal advice on HSEC.
- Review and consider approval of contract for Physical Plant and Electrical Upgrades
- Determine recommendation to Board of Regents on the Physical Plant and Electrical Upgrades contract
- Review and consider approval of proposal to purchase a boiler for the Physical Plant
- Construction update on Health Science Education Center (HSEC)
- Closed meeting for legal advice on HSEC (Section 551.103)
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a file reference.
Facilities Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Facilities Committee is meeting to review and make recommendations on several facilities items, including final acceptance of completed main campus landscaping and release of retainage, and approval of a proposal for physical plant and electrical upgrades. The committee will also receive updates on renovation projects, the Health Science Education Center construction, and the new Facilities Master Plan. Action items include approving minutes and making recommendations to the Board of Regents.
- Final acceptance of completed Main Campus Landscaping and release of retainage
- Approval of proposal for Physical Plant and Electrical Upgrades
- Update on renovation of Northen Building, FA-207, Library, and Testing Center
- Update on construction of Health Science Education Center
- Update on development of new Facilities Master Plan
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or decisions. It consists of system navigation menus and a file reference for approved minutes without the actual content of those minutes.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will meet to consider several action items, including approving landscaping retainage, physical plant and electrical upgrades, and multiple equipment purchases for the new Health Science Education Center. They will also consider accepting grants, investment reports, and personnel changes. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and informative reports.
- Final acceptance of Main Campus landscaping and release of retainage
- Approval of proposal for Physical Plant and Electrical Upgrades
- Purchase of instructional equipment for Radiography, Nursing, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs in the new Health Science Education Center
- Ratify acceptance of Nursing & Allied Health Nursing Innovation Grant and Perkins Career and Technical Education Basic Grant
- Nomination for Galveston Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Public Hearing and Special Meeting
The Galveston College Board holds a public hearing on the proposed FY2023-24 budget and 2023 tax rate, then convenes a special meeting to consider adopting the budget and a resolution levying the 2023 property tax rate for maintenance and operations. The agenda includes public comment opportunities and action items on both the budget and tax rate.
- Public hearing on proposed FY2023-24 budget and 2023 tax rate
- Consider adoption of budget for fiscal year 2023-24
- Consider adoption of resolution levying 2023 property tax rate for maintenance and operations
- Citizens may speak, limited to three minutes per speaker
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation menus.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting on August 9, 2023, with action items including approval of salary schedules, software and service purchases, contract renewals, and acceptance of faculty resignations and hires. The board will also consider minutes from prior meetings and hear reports from the president, faculty, and student representatives.
- Approval of proposed salary schedules, part-time classification and compensation, adjunct/overload pay, and stipends effective September 1, 2023
- Purchase of CrowdStrike security software and service
- Purchase of Ellucian Experience and Intelligent Learning Platform for modernization
- Purchase of student flexible spaces for David G. Hunt Memorial Library under Title V grant
- Renewal of HVAC service and repair annual contracts
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Budget Workshop and Special Meeting
The Galveston College Board is holding a budget workshop and special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24 and the proposed tax rate for 2024. The agenda includes a follow-up discussion on these items, followed by action items for formal adoption. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Adoption of proposed budget for FY2023-24
- Adoption of proposed tax rate for 2024
- Discussion of proposed budget FY23-24 and 2024 tax rate
- Certification of posting notice of special meeting
The provided document contains no records of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the meeting portal.
Board Retreat/Special Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents is holding a retreat/special meeting to discuss the proposed 2023-2024 budget, the 2023-2027 strategic plan, and renovations to the 2nd floor of Northen and the library testing area. The board will also receive legislative updates, review SACSCOC re-accreditation, and consider several action items including the president's employment contract and tax exemptions.
- Discuss proposed 2023-2024 budget (all funds)
- Discuss strategic plan 'Building Tomorrows 2023-2027'
- Review plans for 2nd floor Northen, FA207, and library testing renovations
- Consider purchase of instructional equipment for new Health Science Education Center
- Consider adoption of resolution granting residence homestead tax exemptions for 2023
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving the 2023 budget and tax rate calendar, adopting a resolution for residence homestead tax exemptions for 2023, and renewing various insurance policies (flood, windstorm, property, workers' comp). The board will also consider instructional agreements for dual credit programs, equipment purchases for the new Health Science Education Center, and acceptance of federal TRIO grants.
- Resolution granting residence homestead tax exemptions for 2023 tax year
- Approval of 2023 budget and tax rate calendar
- Renewals for National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA)
- Purchase of desktop equipment for Hall Center Computer Lab in Health Science Education Center
- Acceptance of U.S. Department of Education TRIO grants (Student Support Services and Upward Bound)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Committee of the Whole Workshop
The Galveston College Board of Regents is meeting in a Committee of the Whole workshop. They will consider approving minutes from a February workshop, hear public comments, and then enter a closed executive session to discuss legal advice about proposed litigation involving natural gas producers and midstream providers. After reconvening in open session, they will discuss and consider a recommendation on whether to pursue that litigation.
- Approval of minutes from February 23, 2023 workshop
- Closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act Section 551.071 for attorney consultation
- Discussion of proposed litigation against natural gas producers and midstream providers
- Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items (3-minute limit)
The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Policies Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Policies Committee is meeting to review proposed revisions to local board policies and regulations in Sections C (Business and Support Services), E (Instruction), and F (Students). The committee will also determine a recommendation to the Board of Regents regarding adoption of these revisions. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the October 12, 2022 meeting and a public comment period.
- Review proposed revisions to policies CDE, CHC, CJA (Business and Support Services)
- Review proposed revisions to policies EFBA, EFBC (Instruction)
- Review proposed revisions to policies FB, FBA (Students)
- Determine recommendation to Board of Regents on policy adoption (action item)
- Consider approval of minutes from October 12, 2022 meeting (action item)
The provided minutes for the June 14, 2023, Policies Committee Meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Facilities Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Facilities Committee is meeting to conduct a tour of the Health Science Education Center building. The agenda consists of three items: a call to order, the building tour, and adjournment. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Tour of Health Science Education Center Building
- Call to Order
- Adjournment
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Facilities Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Facilities Committee is meeting to review and possibly recommend approval of two capital projects: a roof replacement for ATC Building 3 and a project for physical plant and electrical upgrades. The committee will also consider minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting and hear public comments on agenda items.
- Roof replacement proposal for ATC Building 3
- Physical plant and electrical upgrades project
- Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Facilities Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Facilities Committee will review and possibly recommend approval of a proposal to expand the existing welding lab and a project for physical plant and electrical upgrades. The committee will also hear updates on other facilities projects, including the Avenue Q parking lot, landscaping, and HVAC replacements. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 11, 2023, and a public comment period.
- Expansion of the existing welding lab
- Physical plant and electrical upgrades project
- Update on Avenue Q parking lot
- Update on HVAC replacements for Seibel Wing
- Update on roofing project at the ATC
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or votes. It consists of system maintenance notices and a file reference for approved minutes without the actual content of those minutes.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting with action items including approval of a welding lab expansion, physical plant and electrical upgrades, a two-year Comcast fiber agreement for the Applied Technology Center, a UTMB student health services agreement, and an academic calendar. The board will also consider a consent agenda, minutes, and enter closed session for personnel matters.
- Approval of proposal for expansion of existing Welding Lab
- Approval of project for Physical Plant and Electrical Upgrades
- Two-year Comcast Fiber Point to Point Connection agreement for Applied Technology Center
- Agreement with UTMB for student health and counseling services for 2023-24
- Approval of proposed 2024-25 Academic Calendar
The provided document is a landing page for the April 12, 2023, regular meeting minutes. It contains no record of discussions, votes, or substantive decisions.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving course fees for 2023-24, student housing and board fees, and a one-year extension of the dining services contract with a price increase. The board will also consider reaffirming an investment policy, approving investment firms, accepting an audit engagement letter, and ratifying a nursing innovation grant award.
- Approve course fees for academic year 2023-24
- Approve student housing and board fees effective June 1, 2023
- Approve one-year extension to Lagniappe Dining Services contract with price increase
- Ratify acceptance of THECB Nursing Innovation Grant Program award from GEER II Fund
- Authorize president to enter electricity contract through H-GAC interlocal agreement
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or votes. It consists of system maintenance notices and a reference to approved minutes without the accompanying text.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda and multiple action items, including renewing construction services, approving plumbing and electrical contracts, accepting a cybersecurity grant, and purchasing equipment. The board will also discuss a resolution supporting state community college finance recommendations and enter a closed session to deliberate real property.
- Renew annual construction services job order contract
- Approve bids for annual plumbing and electrical services contracts
- Accept TASB Cybersecurity Grant
- Adopt resolution supporting Texas Commission on Community College Finance recommendations
- Purchase networking equipment for new Health Sciences Building
The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or votes. It consists of system maintenance notices and a reference to approved minutes without detailing the content of those minutes.
Committee of the Whole
This is a procedural Committee of the Whole meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda includes call to order, certification of posting, public comments, an annual cybersecurity training video, and adjournment.
- Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items (3-minute limit per speaker)
- Annual cybersecurity training video
The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston College Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting on January 11, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The board will consider approving financial statements and a single audit report, engineering services for a new roof on the Applied Technology Center Building Three, and design services for electrical system replacements. Other action items include IT equipment disposal, faculty appointments and resignation, and an amended board meeting date.
- Approval of financial statements and single audit report for years ended August 31, 2021 and 2022
- Engineering services proposal for new roof on Applied Technology Center Building Three
- Engineering services for design of mechanical and electrical systems to replace utility transformer, main switch board, and motor control center
- Approval of vendor Compucycle for IT equipment disposal
- Ratifying appointment of full-time instructors and accepting a faculty resignation
The provided record contains only the approval of the minutes for the January 11, 2023, regular meeting. No other substantive decisions or discussions are documented in the text.
- Approved 1.11.23 Minutes
Finance Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Finance Committee is meeting to review financial statements and single audit reports for fiscal years ending August 31, 2021 and 2022, along with a required communications letter from the auditor Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC. The committee will discuss these documents, may enter a closed meeting to evaluate staff related to the audit, and will decide whether to recommend acceptance to the Board of Regents. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a November 17, 2021 meeting and a public comment period.
- Review and discuss financial statements and single audit reports for years ended August 31, 2021 and 2022
- Consider approval of minutes from November 17, 2021 meeting
- Possible closed meeting under Texas Government Code Section 551.074 to evaluate staff relating to the audit
- Determine committee recommendation to Board of Regents on accepting audit reports
- Public comment period for agenda items (3-minute limit per speaker)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Facilities Committee Meeting
The Galveston College Facilities Committee is meeting to review and discuss two engineering service proposals: one to affix a new roof to the Applied Technology Center Building Three, and another to design mechanical and electrical systems for replacing a utility transformer, main switch board, and motor control center. The committee will also determine recommendations to the Board of Regents on both proposals. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and an update on other facilities projects.
- Approval of minutes from November 9, 2022 meeting
- Review and discuss proposal for engineering services to affix new roof to Applied Technology Center Building Three
- Determine recommendation to Board of Regents on roof engineering proposal
- Review and discuss proposal for engineering services to design mechanical/electrical systems for utility transformer, main switch board, and motor control center replacement
- Determine recommendation to Board of Regents on transformer/electrical engineering proposal
The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a meeting title.