Item 1
Start Recording: State Date, Time, Place of Meeting, and Members Present
Pledge of Allegiance & Welcome
Item 2
Consent Calendar
Paul Nelson, Board Chair
- Minutes - Minutes from the August 25, 2025, Board meeting are available online for review and subsequent approval.
- Policy Updates
o Policy 201 - Authority and Amendments of Sections 100-900
Added the word 'binding' to strengthen the procedures section.
o Policy 533 - Title IX and Protection from Sex Discrimination and Hazing
Updated to comply with Federal Title IX regulations by adding Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Sexual Assault sections, as well as updating the Informal Resolution description.
o Policy 732 - Withdrawal and Return of Title IV Funds - Clock Hours (Rescinded)
Replaced with Policy 733 for credit hours.
o Policy 733 - Withdrawal and Return of Title IV Funds - Credit Hours
This new policy reflects federal rules for credit-hour programs following the college's transition from a clock-hour to a credit-hour structure, and it supersedes and rescinds Policy 732.
ACTION: Recommend approval of the August 25, 2025, minutes and policy updates.
Item 3
Board Member Appreciation
Paul Nelson, Board Chair
Larry Williams has concluded his service on the Logan School District Board, thereby ending his term on the Bridgerland Technical College Board of Trustees. A replacement will be chosen by the Logan School District Board and should be in place for the next meeting.
BTECH faculty, staff, students, and fellow trustees extend their sincere appreciation to Larry for his dedicated service and valuable contributions.
ACTION: Information item/pleasure of the board.
Item 4
InTech Collegiate Board Appointment
Paul Nelson, Board Chair
Larry Williams currently serves as the BTECH representative on the InTech Collegiate Board. With his appointment ending, a new representative must be appointed to fill this position. Volunteers or nominations will be requested. Please be prepared to express interest or recommend a candidate during the meeting.
ACTION: Recommend appointment of a new representative to the InTech Collegiate Board.
Item 5
Training on Open and Public Meeting Laws
Chad Campbell, President
Every state has open meeting laws for accountability and transparency. These requirements are to be reviewed annually. The board will complete the online training during the meeting. For more information, see Utah Code Title 52 - Chapter 04 - Open and Public Meetings Act.
ACTION: Information item/pleasure of the board.
Item 6
Audit Committee Report - USHE Internal Auditors
Brandi Gittins, VP for Administrative Services and Chief Financial Officer
Jack Draxler, Audit Committee Chair
In compliance with Policy R567, the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) Internal Audit team recently completed an audit on the following:
- President's OOS Travel
- IT Risk Assessment
- Course & Program Fees
- Discretionary Funds
The results will be presented to the BTECH Audit Committee prior to the meeting. Jack Draxler, Audit committee chair, will provide the board with a brief summary. VP Gittins will be present to address questions or comments from board members.
ACTION: Information item/pleasure of the board.
Item 7
Instructional Updates
Lisa Moon, Executive VP & Chief Instructional Officer
- New Program
The passing of Senate Bill 330, in the 2025 legislative session, provided expanded opportunities in cosmetology. The college would like the Board of Trustees' approval to pursue a Nail Technician training program on the Logan Campus. Commissioner Landward has provided a letter of support recommending Trustee approval and the Office of the Commissioner has completed a compliance review.
- Nail Technician - length 9 credits / 300 hours
The proposed program will be briefly outlined, including projections for industry growth and graduate wages. Once approved by the Board of Trustees, application for final approval will be forwarded to the Council on Occupational Education (COE).
ACTION: Recommend approval of the Nail Technician program to be offered at the Logan Campus.
- Evaluations
A brief update regarding collegiate student evaluations will be provided at the meeting.
ACTION: Information item/pleasure of the board.
Item 8
Information Items
A. Management of College Investments
Bridgerland Technical College's VP for administrative services and chief financial officer, under the direction of the college president and the college Board of Trustees, invests the college funds in the Utah Public Treasurers' Investment Funds (UPTIF) and other qualified investments and follows the rules of the Utah System of Higher Education, the State Money Management Act, and the rules of the State Money Management Council. The Accounting department creates monthly investment reports to be submitted to the college president and the Board of Trustees. The report(s) available to date is included as a link.
B. Calendar/Happenings
o Calendar available at btech.edu/event-calendars
o February 2-6, 2026: Tech Week (activities throughout the week)
o May 6-7, 2026: Career Days
o June 12, 2026: Graduation @ Logan High School
o Board Meeting Dates
o March 23, 2026 @ 4 p.m.
o June 22, 2026 @ 4 p.m.
o August 24, 2026 @ 4 p.m.
Item 9
Adjournment
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Emily Hobbs at 435-750-3167.