Pasadena Independent School District public meetings in 2024
21 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will meet in a special session to act on several district plans and contracts. Key votes include a final change order for LED lighting at high-school turf fields, a new interagency contract for speech-and-debate programs, and the 2025–26 academic calendar with waiver days for teacher training. The board will also consider a $63,356 state grant for homeless-student services and a memorandum of understanding with the City of Pasadena for outdoor warning-siren installations.
- Final Change Order No. 001: $127,560 credit for LED lights at high-school turf fields
- Interagency Cooperation Contract with Harris County Department of Education for speech-and-debate program support
- 2025–2026 academic calendar and designation of waiver days for professional development
- 2024–2025 Texas Education for Homeless Children & Youth grant award: $63,356
- Memorandum of Understanding with City of Pasadena for Outdoor Warning Siren Installations
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Regular Meeting
The Pasadena Independent School District board will meet to discuss and possibly approve multiple contracts, renewals, and grants totaling over $5.5 million. Key items include health plan renewals, grant awards for deaf education and mental health services, and updates on bond-funded construction projects.
- Renewal of On-Site Clinic for $792,623
- Renewal of Employee Assistance Program for $90,780
- Renewal of Medical and Rx Stop Loss Coverage for $2,970,994
- Award of Self-Funded Health Plan ASO services for $1,765,874
- Approval of $2,000,000 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant
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Special Meeting
The Pasadena ISD Board of Trustees will meet in a special session to consider approving an executive search services agreement with the Texas Association of School Boards for assistance in hiring a new superintendent. The meeting includes public comment time and a closed session for personnel and legal discussions.
- Consideration and possible approval of Executive Search Services Agreement with Texas Association of School Boards for superintendent search
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Regular Meeting
The Board is deciding on the issuance of unlimited tax refunding bonds and several design service agreements for 2022 Bond projects. The meeting also includes a review of budget amendments for September 2024 and a potential legal settlement.
- Design services for CTE Culinary Arts High Schools at Sam Rayburn, South Houston, Pasadena Memorial, and Dobie HS: $243,750 (Project budget: $3,600,000)
- Design services for HVAC chiller replacements at Miller IS and Golden Acres ES: $70,000 (Project budget: $1,070,000)
- Design services for CTE Welding Lab Improvements at Pasadena High School: $29,890 (Project budget: $456,890)
- Memorandum of Understanding with AVANCE-Houston, Inc.: $48,000
- Issuance of unlimited tax refunding bonds and September 2024 budget amendments
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Special Meeting
The Board will meet to consider an amendment to the District of Innovation Local Plan and the superintendent's contract. The board will also discuss the purchase of real property at 2213 Strawberry Road.
- Possible approval of an amendment to the Pasadena ISD District of Innovation Local Plan
- Possible approval of an amendment to the superintendent's contract and related transition issues
- Possible approval of the purchase of real property at 2213 Strawberry Road, Pasadena, Texas
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Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss a resolution for armed security exceptions and various educational partnerships. The meeting includes votes on grant awards, student travel, and the 2025 graduation schedule.
- Resolution to adopt a good cause exception for House Bill 3-armed security
- Lease agreement with NRG Stadium for 2025 graduations for approximately $215,000
- SPARK School Park Program projects for Kruse and Sparks Elementary with $250,000 in funding
- TEA Sustainable Residency Continuation Grant for $250,000
- CJD Rifle-Resistant Body Armor grant award of $16,461
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Special Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on an amendment to the superintendent’s contract. The session includes public comment time and closed-door deliberations on personnel and legal matters.
- Consideration and possible approval of amendment to superintendent’s contract and related action
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Regular Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will meet August 27 to discuss and vote on the 2024–25 budget and tax rate, policy updates, and multiple contracts and grants. The most consequential items are a $13,793,000 supplemental appropriation for the district’s medical plan and a $1,255,731 Safety and Facilities Enhancement grant. The board will also consider routine approvals such as minutes, donations, and bid items.
- $13,793,000 supplemental funding for PISD Medical Plan
- $1,255,731 Safety and Facilities Enhancement (SAFE) Grant, Cycle 2
- $120,000 contract with E-Therapy for speech therapy services
- $132,550 renewal of Brain POP subscription through August 31, 2025
- $842,350 contract with Avondale House for special education services for 15 students
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Special Meeting
The Pasadena Independent School District board will hold a special meeting to discuss a budget workshop on disaster-relief funds and consider administrative personnel actions. The board will also evaluate the superintendent and review a property-value study. Closed-session discussions will cover personnel matters and legal advice.
- Budget workshop on Disaster Penny Relief presented by Ben Pape
- Consideration and possible approval of administrative personnel
- Consideration and possible approval of superintendent evaluation and related items
- Review of property value study (FIRST report indicator #20)
- Closed-session discussions on personnel and legal matters under Texas Government Code sections
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Regular Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will meet July 23 to act on the 2024–25 salary book, a new self-funded medical plan expected to save about $8.15 million, and staff reclassifications projected to save roughly $69,000. Members will also consider routine items such as minutes approval, bid awards, and bond-project expenditures.
- Approve 2024–25 salary book and possible future legislative updates
- Approve self-funded medical plan changes with $8,147,000 in projected savings
- Approve employee reclassifications for $25,000 in cost savings
- Approve reorganization and reclassification for $69,000 in cost savings
- Award design services for Maguire Field LED retrofit ($63,614) and Roof Replacements Package 3 ($162,015)
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Special Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board is holding a special meeting to consider several contracts and policies. Items include a five-year Centegix safety platform agreement worth up to $3,261,250, a $528,111.45 contract with Shiloh Treatment Center, and approval of the 2024-2025 student handbook. The board will also enter closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Centegix Safety Platform Equipment and Software Agreement: $652,250/year for 5 years, not to exceed $3,261,250 (information only)
- Contract with Shiloh Treatment Center: $528,111.45 (consideration and possible approval)
- 2024-2025 PK–High School Student Handbook approval and authorization for future legislative updates
- Closed session under Texas Government Code 551.071, 551.072, 551.074
- Public comments limited to 30 minutes, sign-up required 3 hours prior
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Special Meeting Cancelled
This special meeting of the Pasadena Independent School District board was cancelled. The agenda that would have been considered included a closed session, administrative personnel matters, a safety platform equipment and software agreement, a contract with Shiloh Treatment Center, and approval of the 2024-2025 student handbook.
- Centegix Safety Platform Equipment and Software Agreement: $652,250/year for 5 years, not to exceed $3,261,250 (information only)
- Contract with Shiloh Treatment Center: $528,111.45 (consideration and possible approval)
- 2024-2025 PK–High School Student Handbook and authorization for future legislative updates
- Closed session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074
- Public comments per Policy BED (LOCAL), 30-minute allotment
Regular Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a policy update, and a closed session for personnel and legal matters. The board will consider several action items, including a 2% mid-point salary increase for 2024-2025, an interlocal agreement with Harris County Department of Education for $595,000, and multiple construction-related contracts. Consent agenda items include bid awards, contract renewals, and the quarterly investment report.
- 2% mid-point salary increase for 2024-2025 school year
- Interlocal agreement with Harris County Dept. of Education for $595,000
- Partnership with Communities in Schools for $694,000 total
- Material testing agreements for New Jessup and New Bailey elementary schools ($132,415 and $127,950)
- HVAC testing agreements for New Jessup and New Bailey elementary schools ($130,745 and $119,025)
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Special Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board is holding a special meeting with a budget workshop and several action items. They will consider approving a one-year audit engagement with Whitley Penn, LLP, a $128,809 material testing agreement for the New Parks Elementary School replacement project, and the 2024-2025 teacher appraisal calendar. The board will also consider an amendment to the District of Innovation Plan and TEA low attendance waivers, then move to closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Material Testing Services Agreement with Raba Kistner, Inc. for New Parks Elementary School Replacement Project, $128,809
- One-year engagement letter with Whitley Penn, LLP for FY 2023-2024 annual financial and compliance audit
- T-TESS Teacher Appraisal Calendar 2024-2025 and local procedures
- Amendment to the Pasadena ISD Local District of Innovation Plan
- Applications for TEA Low Attendance Waivers for listed campuses
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Regular Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will consider approving the sale of 10.115 acres of surplus property at 9129 North Broadway Street, Houston, TX to HCI DP Land Acquisition LLC for $3,084,266, along with several construction change orders and allowance authorizations for bond projects. The board will also vote on renewing property and liability insurance programs totaling over $14 million, and on a resolution declaring an emergency due to inclement weather on May 16, 2024. Personnel actions, including superintendent evaluation and contract amendments, will be discussed in closed session before reconvening publicly.
- Sale of 10.115 acres at 9129 North Broadway St to HCI DP Land Acquisition LLC for $3,084,266
- Property insurance renewal for $12,682,237 and liability insurance renewal for $1,416,472
- Resolution declaring emergency for inclement weather on May 16, 2024
- Approval of new maritime science courses for Lewis Career and Technical High School
- Change orders and allowance authorizations for 2017 and 2022 bond projects totaling over $600,000
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Special Meeting
The Pasadena Independent School District board is holding a special meeting to consider hiring administrative personnel and approving contract renewals for the 2024-2025 school year. The agenda includes a closed session for personnel, legal, and real property discussions, followed by open-session votes on those items. Public comments are limited to agenda items and require sign-up three hours prior.
- Consideration and possible approval of administrative personnel
- Consideration and possible approval of contract renewals for 2024-2025
- Closed session under Texas Government Code 551.074, 551.071, 551.072
- Public comments limited to agenda items, 30-minute allotment
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Regular Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board is meeting to consider several construction contracts funded by the 2022 bond, including a $37.6 million contract for the new Parks Elementary School. The board will also hold a budget workshop, consider personnel actions, and vote on items like a special education reorganization and a change to the fiscal year start date.
- Construction contract with Drymalla Construction for New Parks Elementary School replacement: $37,630,182
- Construction contract with Jamail & Smith for CTE Classroom and Lab Improvements: $4,670,000
- Construction contract with Bayside Plumbing for Plumbing Upgrades Group 1: $779,888
- Construction contract with Ally Energy Solutions for Power Factor Correction at Turner ES, Morris MS, Jackson IS: $104,000
- Resolution authorizing use of eminent domain to condemn property
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Regular Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will hold a budget workshop and consider approving several contracts and purchases, including a $1.97 million HVAC construction contract, a $1.7 million instructional materials adoption, and multiple smaller agreements for the 2022 Bond Program. The board will also vote on personnel actions, policy revisions, and a resolution nominating the superintendent for an award. The meeting includes public comment periods and a closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Construction contract with Gurry Mechanical, L.P. for 2022 Bond HVAC/BAS Replacement BMCS Group 2 Project, $1,972,057
- Instructional materials adoption for science K-12, technology applications K-8, personal financial literacy economics, and CTE courses, $1,713,135.42
- Geotechnical services agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for new Williams Elementary School Replacement Project, $32,800
- Change Order No. 006 for new Administration Building Replacement Project, $215,782
- Resolution nominating Dr. DeeAnn Powell for TASB Superintendent of the Year
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Regular Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the 2022-2023 academic performance report, then consider approving summer 2024 programs, the 2024-2025 academic calendar, and several technology and construction contracts. The agenda also includes routine consent items, personnel actions, and a closed session for employee matters.
- Approve 2024-2025 academic calendar and waiver days
- Approve summer 2024 extended year programs
- Approve $354,000 purchase of 286 Cyberpower UPS units from Graybar
- Approve $50,000 purchase of 215 wireless enclosures from Netsync
- Approve $400,000 change order for water fountain retrofits
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Special Meeting
The Pasadena Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting featuring a session on team building and student outcomes led by Dr. Robby McGowen. The agenda also includes an adjournment to a closed session to discuss personnel matters, legal advice, and real property.
- Team Building and Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes session with Dr. Robby McGowen
- Closed session regarding personnel appointments, employment, and contract renewals
- Closed session to consult with district attorneys regarding legal advice or litigation
- Closed session to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
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Regular Meeting
The Pasadena ISD board will consider approving a $4.5 million construction contract for roof replacements, several grants, and personnel actions including a superintendent contract amendment. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel and legal matters, followed by public votes on consent and regular agenda items.
- Construction contract with Trumble Construction for 2022 Bond Roof Replacements Package 2, $4,521,372
- Department of Labor grant award of $2,200,000 for Community Project Funding
- U.S. Soccer Foundation grant of $100,000 for a mini-pitch
- Professional service contract with True North Consulting Group for Safety & Security Bond project, $103,600
- Resolution declaring emergency for inclement weather on Jan 15-16, 2024
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.