Longview ISD, TX

Regular Meeting / Public Hearing

The Longview ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rate, then consider resolutions to adopt both. The board will also vote on several policy updates, contracts, and personnel matters, and will enter closed session to discuss litigation, real property, and personnel.

• Public hearing on proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rate of $1.1199 per $100 (M&O $0.6369, I&S $0.4830)
• Resolution to adopt 2026-2027 budget and tax rate
• Resolution approving I&S tax rate in excess of minimum debt rate (Senate Bill 1453)
• Approval of SeeSaw Children's Place contract for 2026-2027 school year
• Approval of agreement for purchase of attendance credit (Option 3) and delegation to superintendent

Budget Workshop

The Longview ISD board is holding a budget workshop for the 2026-2027 school year. The only substantive action item is a proposal to apply for a Pre-K Partnership pass-through waiver for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years in partnership with Rising Star Daycares. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including opening and closing remarks.

• Consider approval to apply for Pre-K Partnership pass-through waiver for 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years
• Partnership with Rising Star Daycares
• Budget workshop for 2026-2027 budget

Bond Oversight Committee Meeting

The Bond Oversight Committee will receive presentations on bond projects and a financial update. The meeting includes discussions on upcoming construction milestones and community engagement.

• Bond project presentations from Longview ISD Administration, E-4 Contracting, and PROCEDEO
• Bond Program Financial Update
• Review of upcoming construction milestones and communications
• Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting

Meeting with Community Pastors

The Longview Independent School District board is meeting with local pastors to open dialogue and share updates. No formal decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

Regular Meeting

The Board will discuss district-wide instructional technology purchases and the sale of real property at 500 Magrill Street. The meeting also includes setting a public hearing date for the 2026-2027 budget and tax rate.

• Instructional technology purchases totaling $871,485.33 for Chromebooks, laptops, and Smartboards
• Sale of District-owned real property at 500 Magrill Street to CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center
• Copier RFP award to Epic Office Solutions for $301,325.00 with an annual service agreement of $135,360.00
• Authorization for a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract with Jackson Construction for LISD Transportation Center
• Public hearing set for August 24, 2026, to adopt the 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate

Community Pastors Cancelled

The meeting scheduled for July 22, 2026, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Board Workshop / Team Building

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate. It lists only a conclusion and closing remarks.

New Multipurpose Building Naming Committee

The New Multipurpose Building Naming Committee will meet to review the naming process, public input, and criteria before voting on a recommendation for the building's name. This is a procedural meeting focused on internal decision-making for the district.

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will review the 2026-2027 compensation plan and reorganize the board for the upcoming year. Other business includes charter partner contract renewals and updates on bond projects.

• Approval of the LISD 2026-2027 Compensation Plan
• Authorization to negotiate a contract with E3 Integral Solutions for HVAC/Geothermal improvements
• Renewal of Charter Partner contracts with Texas Council of International Studies (TCIS) and Longview Educates and Prospers (LEAP)
• Extra duty pay of $35.00 per hour for MSAP support staff
• Approval of Longview High School 2027/2028 Band/Viewette trip to London, England

Regular

The Longview Independent School District board will meet May 18, 2026 to discuss and vote on several facility and safety upgrades, including replacing the district phone system, installing vape detectors at campuses, and approving digital signage for magnet programs. The board will also consider renewing contracts with outside vendors, reviewing financial reports, and acting on real-estate matters discussed in closed session.

• Replace and upgrade the District Phone System
• Purchase and install vape detectors at designated Longview ISD Campuses
• Purchase and install digital signage at MSAP Campuses and feeder schools ($ amount not specified)
• Approve continuation of Communities in Schools contracts for 2026-2027
• Approve purchase of four District School Buses from Pliler International Twin State Trucks, Inc.

Bond Oversight Committee Meeting

The Longview ISD Bond Oversight Committee will meet on May 4, 2026, to review bond project presentations, discuss community engagement plans, and address committee questions. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the February 2026 session and setting dates for upcoming meetings.

• Approval of minutes from February 2026 meeting
• Bond project presentations by Longview ISD Administration
• Discussion of tentative ground-breaking dates for bond projects
• Structured Q&A session for committee questions
• Scheduling of next meetings: August 3, November 2, and February 1, 2027

Regular

The Longview ISD board will meet April 20, 2026 to act on several construction and technology contracts, including Chromebook purchases, a parking lot expansion, and cafeteria renovations. They will also hear updates on wellness initiatives and receive financial reports.

• Approve $1.2M Chromebook and technology supply purchase using fund balance
• Approve Texarkana Concrete Construction, Inc. to build Longview High School North Parking Lot Expansion
• Authorize Superintendent to negotiate GMP contract with SCI Construction for LHS Cafeteria and Restroom Renovations
• Consider Budget Amendment #7 and 2nd Quarter 2025-2026 Investment Report
• Review donations to LISD campuses and Wellness Pointe project update

Regular Meeting / Public Hearing

The Longview ISD board will hold a public hearing on district annual reports and a closed session before voting on several items. Key decisions include selling surplus real estate at 5745 Judson Road, naming the new Career & Technical Education building at Longview High School, and approving contracts for construction and multimedia services.

• Sale of surplus property at 5745 Judson Road, Longview, TX 75605
• Approval of new name for Longview High School Career & Technical Education building
• Contract with SCI Construction as CMAR for Longview High School cafeteria expansion and restroom renovations
• Memorandum of Understanding with Longview Gameday for multimedia services supporting athletics
• Amendment to 2026-2027 academic calendar

Special Meeting

Special Meeting Academic

The Board will review the annual financial report for the year ended August 31, 2025, and consider the LISD Police Department budget. The meeting also includes academic updates on special education, college and career readiness, and the annual school plan.

• Approval of LISD Budget Audit (Annual Financial Report for year ended August 31, 2025)
• Approval of the budget for LISD Police Department
• MOU regarding Safety & Security
• Amendment to LISD Voluntary 403(b) Plan to include ETAA as a Related Employer
• Closed session discussion on potential purchase and lease of real property

Regular Meeting

The Board will discuss funding and contracts for the Longview ISD Natatorium and various E-Rate fiber service agreements. Other business includes trustee election orders and a proposed instructional make-up day for inclement weather.

• Authorization to negotiate a GMP contract with CDI Contractors for the Longview ISD Natatorium
• Amendment to CDI Contractors' GMP for funds not to exceed $3,000,000 from Proposition A
• Approval of Trustee Election Order for Districts II and IV
• Donation of $8,729.00 from Grace Creek Church for the district's backpack program
• Amendment of 2025-2026 calendar to make April 6th an instructional make-up day

Bond Oversight Committee Meeting

The Bond Oversight Committee will receive project presentations from Longview ISD Administration, E-4 Contracting, and PROCEDEO. The committee will also discuss upcoming events and tentative ground-breaking dates.

• Project presentations by Longview ISD Administration, E-4 Contracting, and PROCEDEO
• Discussion of tentative ground-breaking dates
• Approval of October 2025 meeting minutes

Regular Meeting

The Longview ISD school board will meet on January 12, 2026, to discuss and vote on several items, including a proposed amendment to a construction contract for the natatorium and authorization to negotiate a new guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract with CDI Contractors. The board will also review financial statements, consider policy updates, and hear reports on campus donations and common assessments.

• Amend CDI Contractors’ GMP for natatorium with up to $3,000,000 from Proposition A
• Authorize negotiation of a new GMP contract with CDI Contractors for the Longview ISD Natatorium
• Approve TASB Local Policy Update 126
• Review November 2025 financial statements
• Consider donations to LISD campuses

Board Training / Workshop

The Longview ISD Board holds a training workshop led by TASB facilitator Mr. Eric Narcisse to review board policies. No decisions are listed on this agenda; it is a training session only.