April 27, 2026 Regents Meeting Minutes
Ranger College Board of Regents Meeting Minutes
April 27, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Golemon Library
1240 College Circle
Ranger, Texas 76470
Members Present
Jackie Stephens, Chairman
Shawn Wells, Vice-Chairman
Gay Ann Wolford
JoAnne Greenwood
Sandi Herod
Absent
Vanna Dains
Doug Crawley
Della Carey
CEO/Staff Present
Dr. Derrick Worrels, President
Dr. Lindy Matthews
Gaylyn Mendoza
Don Hilton
Helen Cozart
Ahmy Arca
Shayla Honeycutt
Debbie Karl
Gabe Lewis
Luis Ramirez
Amy Spindle
Dr. Sandra Lee
Dr. Dayna Prochaska
Gena Camacho
Robert Culverhouse
Stephanie Worrels
Dr. Babette Cuadrado
Stan Feaster
Patti Woolam
Scott Norwood
Guest
John Boyett
Carrie Pilant
John Stanton
Samuel Grant
Jim Cockburn
Agenda Item #1- Call to Order Public Meeting
Regent Stephens called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
Agenda Item #2- Invocation
Dr. Worrels voiced the invocation.
Agenda Item #3- Pledge of Allegiance
Regent Stephens led the Board in reciting the pledge of allegiance.
Agenda Item #4- Public Comment for Individuals Not on the Agenda
No comments were made.
Agenda Item #5- President’s Report
Dr. Worrels highlighted The Wall That Heals exhibit that happened this past week/weekend. This was a successful community event involving volunteers, regents, administration, faculty, and staff.. He recognized Jackie and Roseatta Stephens for their hard work and dedication, particularly for taking challenging shifts during the event. Certificates of appreciation were awarded to Helen Cozart and John Stanton for their leadership during the event.
Agenda Item #6- Title IX Quarterly Report - 1 Quarter 2026 (Woolam)
Report Scope: Covers the first quarter of 2026 (January 1 - March 31).
Key Finding: Zero reports of alleged conduct by employees were received, and no unreported incidents were uncovered. This "zero" is considered a positive outcome for the Title IX Coordinator.
Agenda Item #7- February 2026 Financial Statement (Mendoza)
Net Assets: Total assets of $80.978 million, with current assets at $11.227 million.
- Current Assets: Primarily cash and cash equivalents, and accounts receivable.
- Non-Current Assets: Capital assets and investments held for sale.
Deferred Outflows of Resources: $2.4 million, related to pension and OPEB plans.
Liabilities: Total liabilities at $24 million.
- Current Liabilities: $2.7 million.
- Non-Current Liabilities: $21.3 million.
- Major Liabilities: Accounts payable (including construction-related), unearned revenue (grants, registered but untaken classes for Flex 2 semester), notes payable, bonds payable, leases payable, SBITAs, net pension, and OPEB liabilities.
Net Position: Total net position at $56 million, with $15.3 million invested in capital assets and $40 million unrestricted.
Revenues (Year-to-Date as of February):
- State Funds: Received a significant portion of annual appropriations in February. Includes state grants and benefits funding.
- Federal Funds: Includes Perkins leadership and remaining HSI grant funds.
- Tuition and Fees: Covers all spring semester tuition and fees.
- Local Property Taxes: Collections through January, with the percentage received in February. Budget estimate at $590,000 (87% collected).
- Organized Activities: Cosmetology, testing, miscellaneous (including interest income and a library grant).
- Financial Aid: Pell and other student aid.
- Continuing Education: Significant increase due to SDF grants completed in February.
- Fundraising/Donations: A donation mentioned in January was received.
Auxiliary Enterprises: Includes bookstore, food service, and resident halls for spring.
Total Revenues: $21,680,437 (down from last year due to a large prior-year donation).
Expenses (Year-to-Date as of February):
- Benefits for employees are now included within departments since January 2025 (due to Jenzabar conversion), making direct year-over-year comparisons slightly off for departmental expenses.
- Adjunct Pay: Spring adjuncts are not paid until March, meaning February's revenues will cover expenses through May.
Total Expenditures: $16 million.
Change in Net Position: $5.6 million.
Cash and Investment Reporting: Increase from beginning to ending value, mostly due to state funds.
Checks Issued Over $500: Includes contractors for softball, baseball, rodeo building, and "SIM babies" (nursing mannequins - expensive, computer-related, grant-funded).
- Huddle Service: Used for men's and women's basketball and volleyball. A valuable tool for scouting and player development.
- Revenue Bonds: Two different bonds with Stephenville, paid twice a year in different months.
- Supplemental Appropriations Discussion: Community colleges have exceeded projections. While there might be supplemental appropriations of around $237 million, the funding formula may change as the state of Texas will not continue these large supplemental appropriations every biennium. The coordinating board will discuss how to address this.
Regent Wolford made and Regent Herod seconded a motion to approve the February financial statements. The motion was carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #8- Nursing, Allied Health, and Other Health-Related Education Grant Program Equipment Purchase (Mendoza)
- Grant: $147,000 from THECB (fiscal year 25) for "Teaching Complex Pharmacology Concepts using Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice."
- Purpose: Acquire medication administration laboratory equipment to train ADN students.
- Purchase Request: Approval for a specific system (3-module medication cabinet and console system with barcode scanner) from 3AM Technologies for $103,000.
- Sole Source Justification: The equipment is unique and only produced by 3AM Technologies, so competitive bidding was not required.
- Simulation: This system simulates hospital settings to allow students to practice scanning medications for mannequins.
- Licensing: No recurring licensing fees; the system uses existing guest Wi-Fi and only connects for new medication uploads.
- Other Grant Items: The $103,000 purchase is part of the larger grant; this specific purchase requires board approval because it exceeds $100,000.
Regent Wells made and Regent Greenwood seconded a motion to approve the purchase funded by THECB NAGP for the SimServe RX Medication Dispensing System from 3AM Technologies for $103,700. The motion was carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #9- Real Estate Broker Firm For Property Donated in Eastland County, Located in Olden South of I-20 (Stephens)
- Property: Located in Eastland County, south of I-20, near Olden (approx. 40 acres).
- Recommendation: To sell the property, as it's not beneficial for the college to retain it.
- Proposed Broker: Ricky Sorrells of Signature Land and Home (Dublin-based).
- Broker's Qualifications:
- Experience with similar property types.
- Buyer network in the I-20 corridor.
- Marketing strategy targeting developers and investors.
- Understanding of land valuation, traffic counts, and zoning.
- Dedicated project lead to manage the process from valuation to closing, easing the burden on the CFO.
- Action: This was for review only; it will be an agenda item for next month.
Agenda Item #10-Custodian Proposal 2026-2027 (For Review Only) (Spindle)
- Review Only: These proposals are for review and will be brought back as action items in August (at the latest, September) after the state budget is finalized.
- Custodial Proposal:
- Increase starting hourly pay for custodians from current rates to $12.50.
- Total Compensation (Year 1):
- Employee-only: $34,210.76 (includes $8,095.44 in medical benefits paid by the college and pension match).
- With dependents: Up to $41,741.
- Based on a 10-year rate with annual increases.
Agenda Item #11- Maintenance Proposal 2026-2027 (For Review Only) (Spindle)
- Maintenance Proposal:
- Different pay scales for Ground Maintenance, Maintenance Tech 1, Maintenance Tech 2, and Assistant Director, reflecting varied job responsibilities.
- Each level includes a chart showing starting hourly rates from Year 1 to Year 10 and expectations for advancement.
- Rationale: To address high turnover, particularly due to low pay, and to recognize the value of these employees.
- Dr. Worrels expressed appreciation for the proposed pay increases for custodial and maintenance staff, recognizing their meaningful contributions.
Agenda Item #12- Personnel Issues (Spindle)
- New Hire: Brandon Wand (full-time, Allied Health Department, Brown County). Resides in Stephenville, holds a Bachelor's in Christian Studies. Noted for strong interpersonal skills, positive demeanor, and ability to connect with students for an advising role.
- Separations: Brittany Casey, Pat Day, Courtney Kolb, and Savannah Porch (part-timer).
- Athletic Contracts:
- One resignation, one non-renewal.
- Remaining contracts recommended for renewal.
- Recommendations follow a tiered system (head coach to athletic director to president).
- 12-Month Faculty Contracts:
- Two non-renewals (contracts ending 8/9/2026).
- Remaining contracts recommended for renewal.
- Administration Contracts:
- All recommended for renewal.
- Note on the last item for conflict of interest.
Regent Herod made and Regent Wolford seconded a motion to approve personnel issues as presented. The motion was carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #13- March 30, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes
Regent Wolford made and Regent Wells seconded a motion to approve the March 30, 2026 meeting minutes. The motion was carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #14- Announcements
- Upcoming Events
- Athletic Banquet: Wednesday, 6:00 p.m., at The Lumberyard.
- Graduation: Friday, May 8, 2026, in the auditorium.
- Three ceremonies: 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.
- Approximately 297 students will walk.
- About 400 applied, 350 eligible, but not all walk.
- The Date of the Next Board Meeting is May 18, 2026
- Ms. Greenwood's Final Board Meeting: Ms. Greenwood (and her husband) was recognized for her long-standing service to Ranger College and the community.
Agenda Item #15- Adjourn
Regent Herod made and Regent Wolford seconded a motion to adjourn. The motion was carried unanimously. The meeting ended at 6:44 PM.