Kilgore College public meetings in 2025
25 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting
The Kilgore College Board of Trustees will meet December 15, 2025 to approve minutes, personnel changes, budget amendments, and policy updates. Key decisions include funding a $26-BA01 budget amendment to relocate the HVAC Program Lab and Bookstore at KC-Longview, approving a new Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree, and adopting updated investment and safety policies.
- Approve budget amendment 26-BA01 to relocate HVAC Program Lab and Bookstore at KC-Longview
- Approve addition of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate of Applied Science degree starting Fall 2026
- Adopt updated Kilgore College Investment Strategy Policy (TASB Policy: CAK)
- Approve Resolution R-2026-2 to cast 184 votes in Rusk County Appraisal District election
- Approve Resolution R-2026-3 to cast 55 votes in Upshur County Appraisal District election
Board Executive Committee Meeting
The Board Executive Committee will discuss facility relocations at KC-Longview and the addition of a new degree program. The body is also reviewing various local policies and appraisal district voting resolutions.
- Approval for President to negotiate contracts and allocate funding (Budget Amendment 26-BA01) to relocate the HVAC Program Lab and Bookstore at KC-Longview
- Proposed addition of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate of Applied Science degree for Fall 2026
- Resolutions to cast votes in Rusk (184 votes), Smith, and Upshur (55 votes) County Appraisal District elections
- Annual review of the Kilgore College Investment Strategy Policy and Mission Statement
- Review of 17 local policies regarding technology, safety, and discrimination
Investment/Finance/Audit Committee
The Investment/Finance/Audit Committee will review financial snapshots and tax rolls for Gregg and Smith counties. The body is deciding on a budget amendment for facility relocations and the annual investment strategy policy.
- Budget Amendment 26-BA01 to relocate the HVAC Program Lab and Bookstore at KC-Longview
- Annual review and approval of Investment Strategy Policy (TASB Policy: CAK)
- Review of October 2025 Financial Snapshot and Capital Project Report
- Review of Public Funds Investment Act (PFIA) 4th Quarter FY25-26
- Review of expenses for the new college president search
Special Board Meeting/Presidential Search Meeting #3
The Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve the Presidential Profile. This document outlines the qualifications and leadership characteristics required for the next President of Kilgore College.
- Approval of the Presidential Profile as recommended by the Presidential Search Committee
Special Board/Visioning Session
The Board will hold a visioning session for future college initiatives and the Presidential Profile. The meeting includes decisions regarding the appointment of an Interim President and the employment status of Dr. Brenda Kays.
- Consideration of ending the 2025-2028 Presidential Employment Contract and entering a contract with Dr. Brenda Kays as President Emeritus effective November 1, 2025
- Appointment of an Interim President beginning November 1, 2025
- Approval of a contract with the Association of Community College Trustees for the Presidential search
- Approval of the Presidential Search process, timeline, and Search Committee membership
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal consultation
Initial Meeting of the Presidential Search
The Kilgore College Board of Trustees holds its first meeting to launch the 2025 presidential search. The board will receive a presentation on guiding a presidential search and enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, including the retirement of Dr. Brenda Kays. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Presentation on Guiding a Presidential Search
- Executive session for personnel matters including Dr. Brenda Kays' retirement
- Consideration of approval of topics discussed
September Regular Board Meeting
The Kilgore College Board of Trustees will meet on September 15, 2025, to conduct routine business including approving meeting minutes, personnel changes, and a new board member. The most consequential action is a vote on adopting a 6.36% increase in the property tax rate to $0.177116 for Fiscal Year 2026.
- Vote on 6.36% property tax rate increase to $0.177116 for FY2026
- Swearing-in of new board member Erin Yohn
- Approval of minutes from August 18 and August 25 meetings
- Review of 2024-2027 Strategic Plan Progress
- Consideration of updates to LOCAL policies including Title IX and employee standards
Property Tax Hearing
The board will meet to discuss and receive feedback regarding the proposed property tax for the 2025-2026 period. The meeting includes a designated time for public comment.
- Discussion and feedback of proposed property tax for 2025-2026
- Public comment period
Board Executive Committee Meeting
The Board Executive Committee will meet to discuss legal updates and review upcoming agendas, including a property tax hearing. The meeting also includes updates from the Investment/Finance/Audit and Policy & Personnel committees.
- Review of Property Tax Hearing agenda
- Review of September Board Meeting agenda
- Investment/Finance/Audit Committee updates
- Policy & Personnel Committee updates
Special Board/Board Appointment
The Kilgore College Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to elect and appoint Ms. Erin Yohn to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Jon Rowe. The board may also enter an executive session if permitted under Texas Open Meetings Act guidelines.
- Action item to elect and appoint Ms. Erin Yohn by Resolution R-2025-7 to fill unexpired term of Mr. Jon Rowe on the Kilgore College Board of Trustees
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to decide on the property tax rate for Tax Year 2025 and adopt the Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting also includes votes on board appointments and faculty association policies.
- Proposed Property Tax Rate for Tax Year 2025 (FY26)
- Adoption of Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
- Appointment of a candidate to fill the unexpired term of Jon Rowe on the Board of Trustees
- Nomination of Rev. Lonnie Murphy for the Gregg Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Nomination of Mr. Pat McCrory for the Rusk County Appraisal District Board of Directors
Board Executive Committee Meeting
The Kilgore College Board Executive Committee will review and vote on key financial and policy items for fiscal year 2026, including the proposed property tax rate and operating/capital budgets. The committee will also consider ratifying the Kilgore College Faculty Association and Senate policies and nominate candidates for appraisal district boards.
- Approve 2026 property tax rate (FY26 Tax Year)
- Adopt Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
- Ratify Kilgore College Faculty Association and Senate policies (Resolution R-2025-6)
- Nominate candidate for Gregg County Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Nominate candidate for Rusk County Appraisal District Board of Directors
Budget Workshop
The Kilgore College Board of Trustees holds a public budget workshop to review and receive feedback on the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget. The meeting includes an executive session limited to personnel matters under Texas law, followed by reconvening and adjournment.
Investment/Finance/Audit Committee
The Investment/Finance/Audit Committee of Kilgore College meets to receive information on revised budgets for the upcoming fiscal year and updated long-term financial forecasts. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Memorandum on Change in Funding and Revised Snapshot Budget from Dr. Kays
- Proposed FY26 Operating, Auxiliary Operations, and Capital Budgets
- Five-year Financial Projection Update
Investment/Finance/Audit Committee
The Kilgore College Investment/Finance/Audit Committee will meet on June 24, 2025 to discuss proposed budgets for FY26, preliminary property values and tax impacts, and a five-year financial projection update. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Proposed FY26 Operating, Auxiliary Operations, and Capital budgets
- Preliminary Property Values and Tax Impact review
- Five-year Financial Projection Update
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees will swear in new members and elect officers for the 2025-2027 term. The body will also consider contracts for audit and business continuity services and review faculty promotions.
- Contract with CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP (CLA) for 2025 and 2026 independent audit services
- Contract with Hagerty Consulting for business continuity consulting services
- Extension of Aramark contract for facility, grounds, and custodial services until August 31, 2026
- Promotion of 13 faculty members to Associate Professor effective September 1, 2025
- Appointment of an ad hoc committee to fill the unexpired term of Jon Rowe
Joint Investment/Finance/Audit and Board Executive Committee Meeting
The Joint Investment/Finance/Audit and Board Executive Committee will review financial reports and consider several new service contracts. The body will also vote on promoting 13 faculty members to Associate Professor and appoint a search committee for a board vacancy.
- Contract for independent audit services for 2025 and 2026 fiscal years with CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP (CLA)
- Contract with Hagerty Consulting for business continuity consulting services
- Extension of Aramark contract for facility, grounds, and custodial services until August 31, 2026
- Promotion of 13 faculty members to Associate Professor effective September 1, 2025
- Appointment of an ad hoc committee to fill the unexpired term of Jon Rowe
Election Canvass/Special Board Meeting
The Kilgore College Board of Trustees will meet to certify the election canvass for two trustee positions and issue certificates of election. The Board will also consider the disposal and auction of seating from Dodson Auditorium.
- Certification of May 3, 2025 Election for North Zone, Voting Unit 2, Place #8
- Certification of May 3, 2025 Election for Central Zone, Voting Unit 3, Place #9
- Issuance of Certificates of Election for Janice Bagley, Jeanne Johnson, and Jason Steele
- Proposed disposal of unserviceable first floor seating at Dodson Auditorium
- Proposed auction of potentially serviceable second floor seating at Dodson Auditorium
Regular Board Meeting
The Board will review the 2025-2026 Kilgore College Catalog and Student Handbook and consider a Joint Election Agreement with White Oak ISD. The meeting also includes financial reports and personnel updates.
- Approval of 2025-2026 Kilgore College Catalog and Student Handbook
- Joint Election Agreement with White Oak ISD
- FY24 Annual Financial Report - Audit
- January FY25 Financial Snapshot & Capital Summary
- Personnel items including resignations, retirements, terminations, and offers of employment
Board Executive Committee Meeting
The Kilgore College Board Executive Committee will meet on April 7, 2025, to discuss routine updates and vote on two action items: approval of the 2025-2026 Kilgore College Catalog and Student Handbook, and a joint election agreement with White Oak ISD. The meeting also includes committee updates, election services contracts, and administrative rule reviews.
- Approve 2025-2026 Kilgore College Catalog and Student Handbook (including Academic Calendar)
- Vote on Joint Election Agreement with White Oak ISD
- Review contracts and cost estimates for election services with Kilgore College, City of Kilgore, KISD, City of Gladewater, and White Oak ISD
- Consider appointment of Ad Hoc Committee to nominate Board Officers for 2025-2027
- Review upcoming election dates and board meeting schedule
Property & Facilities Committee
The Kilgore College Property & Facilities Committee will meet to receive updates on current projects including Dodson Auditorium, Ranger Achievement Center, and Longview North. The committee will also discuss an ongoing RFP for facility maintenance services. A key action item involves approving contract negotiations for landscaping services as part of campus beautification efforts.
- Consider approval to authorize College President to enter landscaping services contract negotiations for campus beautification
- Update on RFP for comprehensive facility maintenance, grounds maintenance, and custodial services
- Update on current projects: Dodson Auditorium, Ranger Achievement Center (RAC), and Longview North for KCPD and ETPA
Student Success Committee
The Student Success Committee will meet on March 25, 2025, to consider approving the 2025-26 Kilgore College Catalog and Student Handbook, which includes the academic calendar. The committee will also receive information about upcoming events, including a superintendents roundtable and board dinner/meeting.
- ACTION ITEM: Approval of 2025-26 Kilgore College Catalog and Student Handbook (including Academic Calendar)
- INFORMATION ITEM: Upcoming Events (April 8 Superintendents Roundtable and Luncheon; April 14 Board Dinner and Meeting)
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss student retention data and review financial reports. The body is deciding on several action items, including the cancellation of a May 3 election for the South Zone and the authorization of requests for qualifications for audit and disaster recovery services.
- Approval of Quick Claim Deed and Resolution R-2025-5 to transfer property to City of Gladewater
- Authorization of RFQs for Independent Audit Services and Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Consulting Services
- Cancellation of the May 3, 2025, Board of Trustee Election for the South Zone
- Approval of Kilgore Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) 2024 Tax Abatement Compliance Information
- Proposed addition to Board of Trustees Procedure Manual regarding 'Removal of Officers'
Board Executive Committee Meeting
The Kilgore College Board Executive Committee will meet to decide on the 2025-2026 tuition and fee schedule, delegate authority for consulting and audit services, and vote on a property transfer to the City of Gladewater. The committee will also discuss legislative priorities and receive updates on financials and audit compliance.
- Vote on 2025-26 tuition and fee schedule
- Approve transfer of property to City of Gladewater via Quick Claim Deed (Resolution R-2025-5)
- Delegate authority to College President for Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery RFQ and Independent Audit Services contract
- Consider approval of Resolution R-2025-4 supporting Dynamic Community College Funding Model
- Receive 2024 KEDC tax abatement compliance information
Investment/Finance/Audit Committee
The Investment/Finance/Audit Committee will review financial reports and legislative priorities. The body is deciding on the tuition and fee schedule for the 2025-2026 academic year and whether to authorize the College President to seek qualifications for specific professional services.
- Approval of the 2025-2026 Academic Year Tuition and Fee Schedule
- Authorization for RFQs for Outside Legal Counsel
- Authorization for RFQs for Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Consulting Services
- Authorization for RFQs for Annual Contract for Independent Audit Services
- Review of December Financial Snapshot and Capital Report