educated faculty. Noting the large list of adjunct faculty whose positions the Board was being asked to approve, Regent Hatchett queried how the Board would ensure that KSU students would receive the best instruction possible while remaining economical regarding costs.

Regent Fletcher asked President Johnson if the personnel requests presented gave him the flexibility and authorization to take any steps needed to increase staffing to a level that would allow him to move KSU forward.

Move the Board to approve the personnel actions, with the understanding that management and the President have the flexibility within the aggregate budget indicated to adjust salaries in order to attract quality candidates.

Chair Patton called for a discussion of Regent Fletcher’s motion. Hearing none, he asked for a second. The motion, as expressed by Regent Fletcher, was seconded by Regent Fields and passed without dissent.

Prior to the Board entering into closed session, Regent Fletcher shared his observations regarding his tour of KSU's campus and facilities. President Johnson, Chair Patton, and Dr. Daarel Burnette, Interim Chief of Staff, echoed Regent Fletcher's comments and sentiments.

Move the Board to enter closed session to discuss pending litigation pursuant to KRS 61.810(1)(c). The motion was seconded by Regent Moyer and passed without dissent.

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Chair Patton stated that the Board completed its review of pending litigation matters.

Chair Patton then requested a motion to approve the settlement of Franklin Circuit Court case No. 19-CI-135.

Move the Board to approve the settlement agreement.

The motion was seconded by Regent Walston and passed without dissent.

Chair Patton gave his closing remarks.

MOTION by Regent Fletcher:

Move the Board to adjourn the meeting.

The motion was seconded by Regent Walston and passed without dissent.