Board of Trustees Meeting: October 15th, 2026

At the October 15, 2026, Highline College Board of Trustees meeting, trustees approved a motion to begin rulemaking to update Washington Administrative Code provisions on campus free-speech access and parking and traffic regulations. The motion authorized the rulemaking process, not specific final amendments. The college plans to hold virtual hearings and gather student and staff feedback before presenting proposed changes for future board consideration. Discussion included considering an additional free-speech area near the Student Union and updating parking rules to align with current college practices; the stated goals included improving access and reducing liability risk. The board voted in favor, with no opposition or abstentions reported.

No contract awards, bids, or specific procurement approvals were identified. In an administrative technology update, staff said the college was considering moving meeting invitations and connections from Zoom to Microsoft Teams, describing the change as a cost savings but noting that staff training and change management would be needed; no amount or contract action was stated. Other reports covered enrollment, student advocacy, and campus activities.