Hays CISD public meetings in 2023
32 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on December 11, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The board will consider and possibly approve several action items, including naming recommendations for new facilities, a resolution not to employ chaplains as school counselors, new course selections for 2024-2025, a band trailer purchase, a cell tower lease, and design estimates for 2023 bond projects. The agenda also includes a closed session on safety and security, a superintendent report, public forum, and information items on demographics, safety, bond projects, and financial statements.
- Consideration and possible approval of Naming Committee Recommendations for Elementary School 16, Elementary School 17, New Central Administration Building, and Child Nutrition Building
- Consideration and possible approval of a Resolution not to Employ Chaplains to serve as School Counselors
- Consideration and possible approval of the purchase of a Custom Marching Band Trailer for Hays High School - Clubhouse Trailer
- Consideration and possible approval of a Telecommunication Easement and Long-term Ground Lease for Vertical Bridge TTS II, LLC at Barton Middle School and Hays CISD Central Administration
- Consideration and possible approval of Design-to-Date and Design Development Estimates for 2023 Bond Bid Package 3 (Hays High School, Barton Middle School, Hays Performing Arts Center) and Bid Package 6 (multiple elementary schools and Simon Middle School)
The provided document contains no records of motions, votes, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider several action items, including compensation for Hemphill Elementary staff affected by a temporary mold closure, ratification of repair expenses at that campus, and multiple approvals for 2023 bond construction projects. The board will also hold a closed session on safety and personnel matters, and hear reports on safety initiatives and bond progress.
- Resolution on compensation for Hemphill Elementary staff affected by mold closure
- Ratification of building repair expenses at Hemphill Elementary due to mold abatement
- Approval of GMP1 for 2023 Bond Elementary 17
- Design development approvals for Johnson HS, Lehman HS, Dahlstrom MS, and Wallace MS
- Schematic design and HVAC equipment purchases for multiple schools (Bid Packages 6 and 7)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and vote on several action items, including the 2022-2023 financial audit, the election of Hays Central Appraisal District directors, and multiple 2023 bond construction packages for schools. The board will also hear reports on safety and security, including intruder detection audit findings, and consider consent agenda items such as procurements and contracts.
- Consideration and possible approval of the 2022-2023 Financial Audit Report
- Consideration and possible vote to elect Directors of the Hays Central Appraisal District
- Consideration and possible approval of GMP1 for 2023 Bond Elementary 17
- Consideration and possible approval of Design Development for 2023 Bond Bid Package 2 for Johnson High School improvements
- Consideration and possible approval of Schematic Design and Coop Purchase of HVAC Equipment for 2023 Bond Bid Package 6 for multiple schools
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation menus.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the state's financial integrity rating, followed by action on several items including class size waivers, a District of Innovation Plan renewal, policy revisions, the District Improvement Plan, and multiple 2023 bond project approvals. The board will also consider adopting a new attendance zone for Elementary School #16 and approving contracts and easements.
- Public hearing on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) Report
- Consideration of Class Size Waivers for Grade 1 at Tom Green Elementary and Sunfield Elementary
- Adoption of attendance zone for Elementary School #16
- Approval of schematic designs for 2023 Bond Bid Package 3 (Hays High School) and Bid Package 5 (Dahlstrom and Wallace Middle Schools)
- Approval of 2023 Bond Bid Package 11 for Musco Lighting at Hays High School and Barton Middle School
The provided document contains no records of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider several action items including attendance zone recommendations for Elementary School #16 and various 2023 bond construction projects. The meeting also includes updates on the District Improvement Plan and teacher incentive allotments.
- Adoption of attendance zone recommendations for Elementary School #16
- Approval of schematic designs for 2023 Bond Bid Packages 3 and 5
- Approval of athletic lighting project for Hays High School and Barton Middle School
- Design development approval for Elementary School #17
- Consideration of class size waivers for Hemphill, Tom Green, and Sunfield elementary schools
The provided document contains no record of motions, votes, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Superintendent Evaluation
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is meeting to prepare and discuss the superintendent's summative evaluation, including contract and compensation, in closed session. Following the closed session, the board may take action on a contract extension and compensation for the superintendent, and consider a proclamation on legislative priorities for the Fall 2023 special session. A public forum is also scheduled.
- Preparation of summative evaluation document for superintendent
- Closed session on personnel matters, including superintendent evaluation and contract/compensation discussion
- Possible action on superintendent's contract extension and compensation
- Consideration of a proclamation supporting legislative priorities for Fall 2023 special session
- Public forum for community comments
The provided minutes for the October 2, 2023, special meeting regarding the Superintendent Evaluation contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of procedural headers and system maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on September 25, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The board will consider several action items, including a request for 15 additional School Resource Officers from the Hays County Sheriff's Office, adoption of board goals, and approval of 2023 bond schematic designs for improvements at Johnson and Lehman High Schools. The agenda also includes consent items for procurements, contracts, and budget amendments, as well as information items on bond projects and financial reports.
- Request to Hays County Sheriff's Office for 15 additional School Resource Officers
- Approval of 2023 Bond schematic design packages for Johnson High School and Lehman High School improvements
- Approval of artificial turf installation at Lehman High School baseball and softball fields
- MOU with Texas Workforce Housing Foundation for affordable housing for employees
- Approval of amendments to 2023-2024 Compensation Plan
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on safety and security, followed by public forum and recognition of Dahlstrom Middle School. The board will consider joining litigation against the state's A-F accountability system, adopt board goals, approve a superintendent evaluation instrument, amend the compensation plan, and approve several 2023 bond schematic design packages for school improvements.
- Resolution to join litigation regarding the A-F Accountability System
- 2023 Bond schematic design packages for Johnson High School, Lehman High School, and Bid Package 5 for Dahlstrom and Wallace Middle Schools
- Artificial turf installation at Lehman High School softball and baseball fields
- MOU with Texas Workforce Housing Foundation for affordable housing for Hays CISD employees
- Budget amendments and procurements for firewall protection and web hosting services
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Special Meeting - Goal Setting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special goal-setting meeting where cabinet members, led by Superintendent Dr. Eric Wright, will present goals and initiatives for each division. The board will also hear public comments and review the upcoming meeting calendar. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Public forum: residents must submit a Request to Address the Board form to Tim Savoy before the open session
- Development of district goals: presentations by Dr. Eric Wright and cabinet members
- Review of 2023-2024 board meeting calendar, with meetings at the Kunkel Room, Historic Buda Elementary Campus
- Future meetings may move to the new Hays CISD Academic Support Center
The provided minutes for the September 6, 2023, Special Meeting - Goal Setting contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider and possibly adopt the 2023-2024 tax rate, approve numerous 2021 and 2023 bond-funded construction projects, and act on several policy and consent items. The board will also discuss the student dress code and receive updates on bond construction and financial statements.
- Consideration and possible adoption of the 2023-2024 tax rate
- Approval of 2023 Bond schematic design packages for Elementary School 17, Lehman High School, and Johnson High School
- Approval of 2023 Bond artificial turf installation at baseball and softball fields for Hays High School and Johnson High School
- Approval of 2023 Bond adaptive playground improvements at Buda Elementary School
- Approval of 2021 Bond stage lighting equipment and electrical infrastructure for Dahlstrom Middle School
The provided document contains no record of motions, votes, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on August 21, 2023, starting with a closed session on safety and security. In open session, they will receive superintendent and safety reports, hear public comments, and consider a consent agenda with routine items. The main action items include adopting the 2023-2024 tax rate, selecting a safety option under House Bill 3, approving several 2023 bond schematic designs and other construction projects, and approving various contracts and procurements.
- Consideration and possible adoption of the 2023-2024 tax rate
- Consideration and possible selection of an option in response to 88th Texas Legislative House Bill 3 requirements regarding Safety & Security
- Consideration and possible approval of the 2023 Bond Schematic Design Package for Elementary School 17, Lehman High School, and Johnson High School
- Consideration and possible approval of the 2023 Bond Installation of Artificial Turf at Baseball and Softball Fields for Hays High School and Johnson High School
- Consideration and possible approval of the procurement of Cloud Security for Mobile Devices - ManagedMethods
The provided document contains no records of motions, votes, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting - Team Building
This is a special meeting of the Hays CISD Board of Trustees focused on state-mandated team-building training. The board will also hear public comments and review the upcoming meeting schedule. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Public forum for community comments
- State-mandated board training on team building (BBD policy)
- List of upcoming board meetings through July 2024
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Special Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider and possibly adopt an order authorizing the issuance, sale, and delivery of Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2023. The agenda also includes a public forum, requests for information, and a recap of questions. No other substantive action items are listed.
- Consideration and possible adoption of order authorizing issuance, sale, and delivery of Hays CISD Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2023
- Public forum with requirement to submit a Request to Address the Board form
- Upcoming board meetings scheduled through July 2024 at Kunkel Room, Historic Buda Elementary Campus
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on July 24, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes a closed session for safety and personnel matters, followed by open session items. The board will consider a consent agenda with numerous software and service procurements, and action items including administrative hires, a rezoning committee for Elementary School #16, and several bond-funded purchases.
- Approval of annual renewals for SuccessEd, ELLevation, Schoology, BrainPOP, and other educational software
- Interlocal agreement with Hays County for School Resource Officers (SROs)
- Purchase of school buses using 2023 Bond funds from Longhorn Bus Sales
- Purchase of student furniture for Johnson High School using 2017 Bond funds
- Empanel committee for Elementary School #16 rezoning
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting Cancelled
This special meeting of the Hays CISD Board of Trustees was cancelled. The agenda had included consideration and possible adoption of the Compensation Plan and the Budget for the 2023-2024 school year, along with a public forum and standard procedural items.
- Consideration and possible adoption of the Compensation Plan for the 2023-2024 School Year
- Consideration and possible adoption of the 2023-2024 Budget
- Public forum with required green sheet form submission to Tim Savoy
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the budget and proposed tax rate, then consider approving the 2023-2024 budgets for the General, Debt Service, and Food Service funds, along with the compensation plan. The board will also act on several 2023 bond projects, including flooring abatement, roof repair at Historic Buda Upper Campus, water well repairs at Hays High School, and an engineering contract for baseball and softball renovations. Consent agenda items include procurements for Dell infrastructure and cybersecurity services, McGraw Hill workbooks, STEMscopes math kits, and HMH reading workbooks.
- Public hearing on budget and proposed tax rate
- Approval of 2023-24 General, Debt Service, and Food Service fund budgets
- Approval of 2023-24 compensation plan
- 2023 bond projects: flooring abatement, roof repair at Historic Buda, water well repairs at Hays High, baseball/softball engineering
- Custodial services staff augmentation agreement with ABM
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on June 20, 2023, with a public hearing on the budget and proposed tax rate scheduled for June 26. The board will consider consent agenda items including procurements and contracts, and will take action on the 2023-24 budget, compensation plan, facility rental rates, and multiple 2023 bond projects.
- Public hearing on budget and proposed tax rate (June 26)
- Approval of 2023-24 General Fund, Debt Service, and Food Service budgets
- Approval of 2023-24 Compensation Plan
- Approval of facility rental rates and agreement template
- Approval of 2023 bond projects: flooring abatement, roof repair at Historic Buda, water well repairs at Hays High School, and engineering for baseball/softball renovations
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Special Meeting - Budget Workshop
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting and budget workshop to discuss the 2023-2024 budget. The agenda includes a public forum, a budget workshop presentation, and reference documents. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- 2023-2024 Budget Workshop presented by Randy Rau
- Public forum with required green sheet form
- Board reference documents: Board of Trustees Operating Procedures 22_23
- Upcoming board meetings on June 20 and June 26, 2023
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Regular Meeting
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on April 25, 2023, starting with a closed session for safety, personnel, and superintendent evaluation matters. In open session, the board will consider action items including hiring a Chief Human Resources Officer, approving the 2023-2024 instructional materials allotment, and selecting an architect and construction manager for future bond projects. They will also vote on several consent agenda items, including procurements, a budget amendment, and a memorandum of understanding with the Hays Education Foundation.
- Consideration of contractual employment for Chief Human Resources Officer and Deputy Human Resources Officer
- Approval of 2023-2024 Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS form
- Selection of architect and Construction Manager At-Risk for future bond projects
- Approval of electrical easements for Pedernales Electric Cooperative at Elementary School 16 and Academic Support Center
- Approval of GMP change order for Sunfield Elementary (2021 bond project)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will consider several action items related to the district's capital improvement plans, including selecting an architect and a Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) for future bond projects. The board will also approve a GMP change order for the Sunfield Elementary 2021 bond project and adopt a resolution declaring hazardous walking routes. Routine consent items include procurement of technology equipment and a budget amendment.
- Selection of Architect for Future Bond Projects
- Selection of Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) for Future Bond Projects
- GMP Change Order for 2021 Bond Project Sunfield Elementary
- Resolution Declaring Hazardous Walking Routes
- Budget Amendment #8
The provided document contains no records of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider employment contracts for administrators and professionals for the 2023-2024 school year, approve several procurements and agreements, and vote on amendments to the District of Innovation plan and local policies. The board will also consider bond-funded projects, including science lab equipment for Hays High School and a guaranteed maximum price for Wallace Middle School renovations. The meeting includes a closed session for deliberations on security and employment contracts.
- Approval of employment contracts for administrators and professionals for 2023-2024, including head football coach and band director
- Procurement of Digital Assessment Library from NCS Pearson for Special Education assessments
- Approval of 2021 Bond purchase of Science Lab Equipment for Hays High School
- Approval of 2021 Bond Bid Package 11 Wallace Middle School Renovations Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 3
- Adoption of District of Innovation amendments and revisions to local policies (DFAA, DFBA, DCA, DMA, DBA, DK)
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration and possible action, but does not record any final decisions, votes, or outcomes.
Special Meeting: 2023-2024 Budget Priorities Workshop
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss budget priorities for the 2023-2024 school year and review findings from a districtwide intruder detection audit. The board will also consider canceling the May 6, 2023 trustee election due to an unopposed candidate. Public comments will be accepted during the forum portion.
- Discussion of districtwide intruder detection audit report findings
- Discussion of budget priorities for 2023-2024 school year
- Order to cancel May 6, 2023 trustee at-large election and declare unopposed candidate elected
- Public forum for community input
The provided document contains only administrative and system maintenance information. There are no records of decisions, votes, or discussions from the 2023-2024 Budget Priorities Workshop.
Regular Meeting
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting Cancelled
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with action items including a possible appeal in the Andrew Palmore v. Hays CISD case, approval of an ARPA-funded mental health services agreement, staff compensation for inclement weather, and school construction items. The board will also hear reports on student achievement, safety, and finances.
- Consider appeal of Commissioner of Education decision in Andrew Palmore v. Hays CISD
- Approve Hays County Social Service Funding Agreement for Mental Health Services (ARPA-funded)
- Adopt resolution on staff compensation for inclement weather Jan 30-Feb 2, 2023
- Approve final plat for Elementary School #16 and site donation/development agreement for Elementary School #17
- Approve 2022 Bond Academic Support Center GMP 2
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a closed session, followed by open session items. The board will consider calling a school bond election for May 6, 2023, and will also take action on several other items including employment, an ARPA-funded mental health services agreement, and multiple policy amendments. The agenda also includes reports on student achievement, safety, and budget updates.
- Consideration of order calling school bond election for May 6, 2023
- Approval of Hays County Social Service Funding Agreement for Mental Health Services (ARPA-funded)
- Approval of final plat for Elementary School #16 site
- Approval of site donation and development agreement for Elementary School #17
- Approval of 2022 Bond Academic Support Center GMP 2
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Special Meeting: 2023 Bond Workshop
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss bond projects and potential propositions for the May 2023 bond election. The agenda includes a public forum, an information item on the bond project list, and reference documents. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and information-sharing session.
- Discuss bond projects and potential propositions for May 2023 bond
- Public forum for community input
- Review of Board of Trustees Operating Procedures
- Upcoming board meetings listed through June 2023
The provided minutes for the February 6, 2023, Special Meeting: 2023 Bond Workshop contain no record of decisions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of procedural headers and system maintenance notices.
Bond Public Forum
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a public forum to present proposed 2023 bond recommendations. The meeting includes a call to order, a presentation by Max Cleaver and Tim Savoy, and a public comment period. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Presentation of Proposed 2023 Bond Recommendations
- Public forum for community input on bond proposals
The meeting consisted of a presentation regarding proposed 2023 bond recommendations and a public forum. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
Bond Public Forum
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a public forum to present proposed 2023 bond recommendations. The board will hear public comments on the proposals. A second forum is scheduled for January 26 at Lehman High School.
- Presentation of Proposed 2023 Bond Recommendations by Max Cleaver and Tim Savoy
- Public forum for comments on the bond proposals
- Additional bond forum on January 26, 2023 at Lehman High School Cafeteria in Kyle, Texas
The meeting was a public forum featuring a presentation of proposed 2023 bond recommendations. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel and security matters, followed by public session. Key action items include adopting the May 6, 2023 trustee election order, amended academic calendars for 2022-2023 and 2023-2024, and several policy updates. The board will also consider consent agenda items such as budget amendments, procurements for access control systems, dark fiber services, and air purifiers, plus contracts for election services.
- Adoption of election order for May 6, 2023 trustee election
- Approval of amended 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 academic calendars
- Procurement of access control system replacements (RFP #06-112201VL)
- Purchase and installation of air purifiers at Sunfield Elementary, Dahlstrom Middle, and McCormick Middle schools
- Ratification of emergency building repair expenses from Winter Storm Elliot (December 2022)
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes; it lists items for consideration and possible action but does not record the outcomes, votes, or decisions made during the meeting.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on January 17, 2023, starting with a closed session for personnel matters, followed by a public hearing on the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). The board will consider consent items including budget amendments, procurements, and election services contracts, as well as action items such as adopting the May 6, 2023 trustee election order, amended academic calendars, and several facility-related purchases. Information items include first readings of multiple policy revisions and updates on safety, bond projects, and financial statements.
- Public hearing on Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) for 2021-2022
- Consideration of election services contracts and joint election agreements for May 6, 2023 election
- Adoption of election order for May 6, 2023 trustee election
- Approval of 2021 Bond purchase of Science Lab Equipment for Hays High School
- Ratification of emergency building repair expenses from Winter Storm Elliot
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes; it lists items for consideration and possible action but does not record any final decisions, votes, or outcomes.