Board debate over RFP tabulation ends without vote after quorum loss

Sep 3, 2026

After administration disclosed scores (Estrada Hinojosa 76; Nickel Hayden 89; Tijerina 87), a trustee moved to award the contract to Estrada Hinojosa despite tabulation and a documented SEC finding; objections were raised, the board lost quorum during deliberations and no final vote occurred.

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After interviews and scoring of three finalists for financial advisory services, administration read the numeric tabulation to the board (Estrada Hinojosa 76; Nickel Hayden Advisors 89; Tijerina Financial Consulting 87). Trustees then debated whether to follow the numerical tabulation or rely on other considerations, including experience and prior working relationships.

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