Board of Directors Meeting

January 13, 2026

2-6 PM

Salem Conference Center – Boardroom

I. Call to Order

• Roll Call & Quorum
• Welcome & Introductions
• Approval of Agenda
• Approval of December Minutes

II. Board Orientation & Governance

• Roberts Rules overview
• Leadership Manual
• • Board roles, fiduciary duties, code of conduct
• Understanding the Budget
• Board-only website section

III. Reports

• Executive Secretary
• Past-Chair (2025 recap)
• Chair (2026 goals)
• Committees
• • NSPS
  • Legislative/Lobbyist
  • Conference
  • Education & Outreach
• Chapters

IV. Continuing Business

• Board Project: Operations Manual
• Finances
• • 2025 Operating Budget Analysis
  • 2026 Operating Budget (Action)
  • • Discuss Chapter Line Items
• NCEES Grant
• • Internship/Job Shadow Playbook Needs Member Leader

V. New Business

• New OSBEELS Director, Jenn Gilbert
• ACTE Conference Sponsorship (Action)

VI. Announcements

• Establish Board Meeting Schedule for the 2026 Operating Year

VII. Adjournment