Board of Trustees

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COM Board of Trustees, from left to right: Don Gartman, Patti Hanssard, Wilma Clark Green, Kimberly Dodson, Melissa Skipworth, Bill McGarvey, and Kyle Dickson (July 2025)

Governing with Integrity. Leading for Student Success.

As the governing body of College of the Mainland (COM), the Board of Trustees is committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence, fiscal responsibility, and community enrichment. Comprised of nine elected officials representing the citizens of our taxing district, the Board provides the strategic vision and policy framework that guide COM’s mission. 

Our Role and Responsibility

The Board of Trustees serves as the bridge between the college and the community. Their primary responsibilities include:

  • Setting Strategic Vision: Defining the long-term goals and educational priorities of the college.
  • Policy Governance: Establishing and reviewing institutional policies that ensure student safety and academic integrity.
  • Fiscal Stewardship: Approving the annual budget and ensuring the responsible use of taxpayer and tuition funds.
  • Presidential Oversight: Working closely with the COM President to ensure the college meets its annual performance benchmarks.

Board Meetings

We invite the public to stay engaged with the college's governance. Regular meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month at 1:30 pm at the Doyle Family Administration Boardroom (A129).

Schedule:

  • Monday, January 26, 2026
  • Monday, February 23, 2026
  • Monday, March 30, 2026
  • Monday, April 27, 2026
  • May - TBD
  • Monday, June 22, 2026
  • Monday, July 27, 2026
  • Monday, August 24, 2026
  • Monday, September 28, 2026
  • Monday, October 26, 2026
  • December - TBD

Agenda, Minutes & Notices

Agendas are posted three business days in advance for committee meetings, called meetings and regular monthly meetings. Briefbook: View Agendas and Watch Archived Meetings.

Important Links

Contact the Board

For inquiries regarding board policies or to sign up for public comment at an upcoming meeting, please contact the Office of the President.
409-933-8271
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