Smithville ISD public meetings in 2024
17 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will receive the Superintendent's self-evaluation and distribute materials for the annual appraisal. The meeting also includes routine financial reporting and reviews of district and campus improvement plans.
- Superintendent's self-evaluation submission and distribution of Board evaluation materials
- Review of November 2024 financial statements and investment reports
- Tax Assessor-Collector's report for December
- Status reports on District and Campus Improvement Plans
- Notification of resignations of Richard King and Dorothy King
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider approving the 2023-2024 district financial audit and the original certified tax levy. The board will also cast 338 allocated votes for the Bastrop Central Appraisal District Board of Directors. Additionally, the board will receive updates on district enrollment and the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan.
- Review and approval of 2023-2024 District Financial Audit conducted by Armstrong, Vaughn and Assoc, P.C.
- Approval of certified tax levy per Texas Property Tax Code 26.09(e)
- Casting of 338 votes for the Bastrop Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Superintendent report noting 1,837 students with 92.32% average daily attendance
- Discussion of high school baseball/softball field upgrades scheduled for spring investigation
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will meet on October 21, 2024, to conduct routine business including approving minutes, financial reports, and investment updates. The board will also hear a public presentation of FIRST financial ratings and recognize outstanding students and staff. The most consequential item is the approval of district and campus improvement plans and performance objectives for the 2024-2025 school year.
- Approve minutes from September 16, 2024 regular meeting
- Present FIRST financial ratings (mandated by 77th Legislative session)
- Approve district and campus improvement plans and performance objectives
- Recognize Tiger of the Month (Blake Hilbig) and outstanding students/staff
- Receive September 2024 financial statements and tax collection report
The provided document contains no record of board actions, motions, or votes. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review routine financial reports and investment policies. The body is also considering an interlocal contract with Bastrop County for ad valorem tax assessment and collection.
- Consideration of Ad Valorem Tax Assessment & Collection Contract between Bastrop County and Smithville ISD
- Review of August 2024 financial statements and investment reports
- Annual review of investment policy and strategy
- Approval of investment training providers for district officers
- Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will conduct a legally required public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 budget, including a short presentation by Mrs. Burns and Mr. Sanchez. The board will also hear public comments and approve routine items like minutes, financial reports, and budget amendments.
- Public hearing on 2024-2025 proposed budget with presentation by Mrs. Burns and Mr. Sanchez
- Approval of minutes from July 15, 2024 regular meeting and August 12, 2024 special workshop
- Consideration of budget amendments for Food Service, General Operating, and TRS funds
- Action to approve Sheriff’s Sale Lots 6, 7, and 8, Block 3, Eagleston Addition, Smithville, TX
- Closed session to consult with attorney on Junior High School construction agreements
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Special Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a debt defeasance plan that could save $17,305 in interest and maintain the current $0.1800 tax rate. They will also consider delegating authority to the superintendent to meet state compliance requirements for school funding.
- Debt defeasance of $325,000 in bonds to save $17,305 in interest
- Delegation of authority to Superintendent Burns under TEC Chapter 49 for compliance with school funding rules
- Maintenance of $0.1800 per $100 taxable assessed valuation property tax rate
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook software.
Regular Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on July 15, 2024, to discuss and vote on key items including the second draft of the 2024-2025 district budget, a proposed 25-cent increase in student lunch prices at Smithville Elementary, and a $50,000+ expenditure for security film installation on district windows. The board will also consider policy updates, approve the student code of conduct, and recognize 4-H as an approved extracurricular organization.
- Approve second draft of 2024-2025 district budget (due by Aug 31, 2024)
- Vote on $2.75 lunch price at Smithville Elementary (25¢ increase)
- Authorize $50,000+ security film installation on district windows
- Approve 2024-25 Student Code of Conduct
- Recognize Bastrop County 4-H as approved extracurricular organization
The provided document contains no record of meeting proceedings, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review the first draft of the 2024-2025 district budget and consider updated salary schedules. Other action items include approving a new student dress code and authorizing fence replacements at two campuses.
- Review of first draft of the 2024-2025 District Budget
- Consideration of 2024-2025 Salary Schedules
- Approval of expenditure for non-scalable fencing at Brown Primary and Smithville Elementary
- Review and approval of 2024-2025 Student Dress Code
- Scheduling of 2024-2025 Board Meeting dates
The provided document contains no record of meeting proceedings, discussions, or votes. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Workshop
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially approve budget amendments for the current fiscal year, receive information on a teacher resignation, consider hiring two new teachers, and begin planning for the 2024-2025 budget. The meeting includes public comment and routine procedural items.
- Budget amendments for 2023-24 requiring board approval
- Resignation of Jennifer Berry, high school teacher
- Hiring of Pat Roberts (Teacher/Coach) and Jeffrey Neely (Teacher/Coach) at Smithville High School
- Workshop discussion on 2024-2025 budget planning
The provided minutes for the June 6, 2024 Workshop contain no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on May 20, 2024, to swear in new members, reorganize leadership, and consider several action items. Key decisions include approving a high school security fence contract, 2023-2024 salary schedules with a retention stipend, an interlocal purchasing agreement, and facility expenditures over $50,000. The board will also discuss a Level III parent complaint in closed session and hear reports on finances and graduation procedures.
- Consider action on High School Security Fence RFP (funded by School Safety Standard Grant and SAFE Grant 1)
- Consider approval of 2023-2024 salary schedules, including ESSER-funded retention stipend
- Consider approval of interlocal agreement with Central Texas Purchasing Alliance ($150/year membership fee)
- Approval of expenditure in excess of $50,000 for high school parking lot upgrades and gym HVAC replacement
- Re-designation of fund balance: $2,620,243 (66%) to Capital Projects and $440,000 (11%) to Tiger Stadium Maintenance
The provided document contains no record of meeting proceedings, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook software.
Special Meeting to Canvass Election Results
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to canvass the results of the May 4, 2024 board election. The board will review certified election returns from Bastrop and Fayette counties, declare the results, and complete the official canvass form. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Canvass of May 4, 2024 Board of Trustees election results
- Review of Bastrop County Summary Results Report
- Review of Fayette County Results
- Completion of Canvass of Election Form
- Public communications period (3-minute limit per speaker)
The provided minutes for the Special Meeting to Canvass Election Results contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with routine consent agenda items, informational reports, and several action items. Key decisions include whether to purchase state-owned property from TxDOT for $51,600, approve an unbudgeted expenditure over $50,000 for a new high school marquee, and act on personnel matters including resignations, new hires, and contract renewals. The board will also enter closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding an OCR complaint.
- Consider purchase of 0.8813 acres from TxDOT at Faulkner Road for $51,600
- Approve expenditure over $50,000 for new high school marquee (unbudgeted, using fund balance)
- Resignations: principal Stephanie Foster, teachers Karley Snyder, Amaris White, and four teacher/coaches
- Employment of 10 new certified personnel including Cydney Marlow (Head Volleyball Coach)
- Contract renewals for 6 staff members for 2024-2025
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will consider amending the 2023-2024 salary schedule, approving the instructional materials survey certification, and acting on personnel matters including resignations, new hires, and certified staff contract renewals. The board will also hear reports on finances, enrollment, and the 2024-2025 high school course catalog.
- Consider amendment of 2023-2024 salary schedule
- Approval of Certification of Provision of Instructional Materials Survey 2024-2025
- Employment of Sean Sanchez as Business Manager, plus teacher and band director hires
- Resignations of 8 certified personnel, including 5 at Smithville High School
- Contract renewals for certified staff for 2024-2025
The provided document contains no record of meeting proceedings, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Special Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on March 6, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, public comments (limited to three minutes per speaker), and one action item: considering the employment of an Athletic Director and Chief Financial Officer. No other substantive business is listed.
- Consider employment of Athletic Director and Chief Financial Officer
- Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda of routine financial reports and a series of action items, including a custodial contract renewal, the 2024-2025 school calendar, and personnel decisions. The board will also hear informational reports on finances, safety, and curriculum, and consider a resolution to waive a staff make-up day.
- Consider custodial contract renewal with IQS, Inc. for one year at a 4.0% CPI increase ($25,005)
- Consider approval of 2024-2025 school calendar (Calendar A recommended)
- Consider approval of resolution to waive staff make-up day for bad weather event (Jan 16, 2024)
- Consider approval of instructional materials allotment and textbook adoption (SAVVAS, BE Publishing, Learning.com, Frog Street Press)
- Consider approval of additional legal counsel (Mark Goulet, formerly with Walsh Gallegos Trevino Kyle & Robinson, PC)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2022-2023 Texas Academic Performance Report, then consider action items including a resolution on school chaplains, approval of an audit engagement letter, joining a purchasing cooperative, and ordering the May 4, 2024 board election. The agenda also includes routine consent items (minutes, financial statements, investment reports, tax collection) and informational reports from the superintendent and curriculum staff.
- Public hearing on 2022-2023 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
- Consider resolution regarding Senate Bill 763 - school chaplains
- Order of Board of Trustees election for May 4, 2024 (Places 3 and 4)
- Election services contract with Bastrop County, estimated cost $9,146.07
- Approval of audit engagement letter with Armstrong, Vaughan & Associates, PC
The provided document contains no records of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Special Meeting
The Smithville ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on January 8, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes routine items (call to order, roll call, public comments) and a closed session to consult with legal counsel about the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the District Athletic Director, and to receive an update on an investigation of a secondary student disciplinary matter. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session: consultation with legal counsel regarding the District Athletic Director's employment status (Texas Gov't Code 551.071)
- Closed session: update on investigation of secondary student disciplinary matter (Texas Gov't Code 551.0821, 551.074)
- Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.