4. The Capital Update.

  • Dr. Bigard said Jack McNear will share updates on the capital construction. She said they have also prepared a response to some of the questions on the residence halls and occupancy as part of his presentation.

5. Financial Clearance and Collections Policy.

  • Dr. Bigard said the clearance and collections policy has been sent to the board for approval. She said the policy needs to be expanded to align with Senate Bill 185.

6. SGA Constitution.

  • Dr. Bigard said her understanding is that the SGA constitution is still under review.
  • Regent Hatchett asked if they need a recommendation from the committee on the farm property acquisition to the full board. Dr. Akakpo responded yes.
  • A conversation on the proposed motion was had by Regent Hatchett and General Counsel Sergent.
  • Regent Moyer asked for a motion. Regent Hatchett made the motion for approval of the farm property acquisition. Regent Obielodan seconded the motion on the grounds that the USDA funding is going to be responsible for that. He said given that it has USDA approval and CPE approval, he seconds the motion. Regent Moyer said the motion carries and the committee endorses the purchase of the land under the condition that it's funded by USDA. There were no dissenting votes. Motion Passed.

7. Adjournment.

  • Regent Moyer said they need to adjourn. Regent Obielodan made a motion to adjourn. Regent Grimshaw seconded the motion.
  • Regent Moyer adjourned the meeting with the understanding that after the board meeting tomorrow, they will get back with Dr. Bigard and see if it's important for them in the near term to continue their discussion on the budget.

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Signed by: Nicole Sergent 08/19/2026 | 5:40:13 PM EDT EC9E515D6666427... Nicole Sergent, Secretary Board of Regents Kentucky State University

08/22/2026 | 4:26:56 AM PDT

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Regent Tammi Dukes, Chair Board of Regents Kentucky State University