Taft ISD public meetings in 2023
20 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting
The Taft Independent School District Board is holding a special meeting. The agenda includes a report or discussion from the Facilities Advisory Committee.
- Facilities Advisory Committee discussion
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a link to a separate minutes file.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to consider approving TRS-Active Care health insurance for employees for the 2024-2025 school year and adopting Policy Update 121, which covers cybersecurity, safety, employment, and student welfare. The board will also hear public comments, recognize students, and review consent agenda items including minutes, financial reports, and tax summaries. A closed session is scheduled to discuss employee resignations.
- Consider approval of TRS-Active Care health insurance for 2024-2025 school year
- Policy Update 121 (LOCAL) covering cybersecurity, facility safety, employment practices, and student welfare
- Approve minutes from November 27, December 5, and December 13, 2023 board meetings
- Approve investment report, expenditures, tax summary, and child nutrition report for November 2023
- Information item on school board election scheduled for May 4, 2024
The provided document contains only administrative portal information and a reference to a file. No substantive decisions, discussions, or vote tallies are recorded in the text.
Special Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on December 13, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes only procedural items: calling the meeting to order, an invocation, a Facilities Advisory Committee item, and adjournment. No specific actions, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed.
- Facilities Advisory Committee discussion item
The provided minutes contain no record of discussions, motions, or votes. The document is procedural and contains only system maintenance notices and a meeting timestamp.
Special Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on December 5, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes a report from the Facilities Advisory Committee, along with standard opening and closing items. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Facilities Advisory Committee report
- Invocation
- Meeting called to order by Board President
The provided minutes for the December 5, 2023 Special Meeting contain no record of discussions, motions, or decisions. The document is procedural and does not list any agenda items or outcomes.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the district's financial rating, followed by discussions on an architect request, health insurance options, and a resolution to commit $7,124,189 for construction and equipment. The board will also consider approving campus improvement plans, a DOI plan renewal, and vote on nominees for the San Patricio County Appraisal District Board.
- Resolution committing $7,124,189 for construction, repairs, and equipment replacement
- Public hearing on Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) 2022-2023 rating
- Discussion of health insurance options including TRS-ActiveCare update
- Vote on San Patricio County Appraisal District Board nominees (two-year term)
- Approval of campus improvement plans for Woodroe Petty Elementary, Ricardo L. Treviño Junior High, and Taft High School
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or votes. It is a procedural page indicating that minutes for the November 27, 2023, meeting were approved.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider several administrative items, including amendments to the District of Innovation Plan and the 2023-2024 academic calendar. The board will also vote on ESL waiver applications, a class size exception waiver, and nominations for the San Patricio County Appraisal District Board of Directors. A closed session is scheduled to discuss employee resignations.
- Approve District of Innovation Plan Amendment
- Approve amended 2023-2024 academic calendar
- Approve ESL waiver applications for 2023-2024
- Approve class size exception waiver for one Pre-K and two 1st grade classes
- Discuss San Patricio County Appraisal District Board election nominations
The provided document contains only a meeting notice and system maintenance alerts. No substantive decisions, votes, or discussion details were recorded in the text.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and several items for individual consideration. The board will discuss and potentially approve revisions to the student dress code, amendments to the compensation handbook, a landscaping contract, and other administrative items. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the superintendent's performance goals and evaluation.
- Approve minutes from August 19, 21, and 28 board meetings
- Approve investment report, expenditures, and tax summary for August 2023
- Discuss and consider student dress code revision for 2023-2024
- Discuss and consider TISD Compensation Handbook amendments
- Discuss and consider landscaping contract with LoveAll & Ramos Lawn Care for 2023-2024
The provided document contains no record of meeting proceedings, discussions, or votes. It consists of a landing page and a file reference for the September 18, 2023, meeting.
Special Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting with a public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 budget and tax rate, followed by votes on the budget, tax rate, and several other items. The board will also consider a resolution to defease bonds in an estimated amount of $2,119,842 and discuss a safety audit in closed session.
- Public hearing on proposed 2023-2024 budget and tax rate
- Consider adoption of resolution to defease bonds in estimated amount of $2,119,842
- Discuss and consider approval of 2023-2024 budget
- Discuss and consider approval of tax rate total $1.2111 (M&O $0.7575, I&S $0.4536)
- Discuss and consider approval of staff development minutes waiver for August 22, 2023 due to tropical storm
The provided minutes for the August 28, 2023 Special Meeting contain no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The document is procedural and does not list any board actions.
Board Workshop
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees is meeting for a workshop session. The agenda includes an invocation and a budget workshop, followed by adjournment. No specific budget details or decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Budget workshop
The provided minutes for the August 21, 2023 Board Workshop contain no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The document is procedural and does not list any actions taken.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will consider raising its employee health insurance contribution from $375 to $495 per month for 2023-2024, approve several insurance renewals, and adopt the student code of conduct and professional development plan. The board will also discuss a legal settlement in closed session and may take action on it afterward.
- Increase district contribution for employee health insurance from $375.00 to $495.00 for 2023-2024
- Health Special Risk Insurance renewal for student accident and activity insurance
- General liability insurance renewal including Educators Legal, Law Enforcement, Crime, Auto
- Approve 2023-2024 Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook
- Final settlement in Taft ISD v. NorthStar Recovery Services, Cause No. S-19-5852CV-C
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or votes. It consists of a meeting header and system maintenance notifications.
Board Workshop
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees is holding a workshop to discuss and set goals for the district. The agenda includes a Team of Eight Goal Workshop, which is the main substantive item, along with routine opening and closing procedures.
- Team of Eight Goal Workshop
The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The minutes are procedural and do not list any actions taken by the board.
Budget Workshop Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees is meeting for a budget workshop. The agenda includes the call to order, an invocation, and the budget workshop itself, followed by adjournment. No specific budget details are provided in the agenda.
- Budget workshop discussion
The provided minutes for the July 17, 2023, Budget Workshop Meeting contain no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The document is procedural and does not list any actions taken.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including approving a July update to the Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and ESSER III plans, purchasing 60 ViewSonic View Boards with integrated PCs from Intech Southwest, adopting the employee handbook, and approving an out-of-state band trip to Orlando. The board will also enter closed session to discuss litigation with NorthStar Recovery Services and personnel matters, with possible action afterward.
- Approve July update to Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and ESSER III Use of Funds Plans for 2023-2024
- Approve purchase from Intech Southwest for 60 ViewSonic View Boards with integrated PCs
- Approve Taft ISD Employee Handbook
- Approve Taft High School Band out-of-state trip to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, Orlando, Florida
- Closed session: Taft ISD v NorthStar Recovery Services, INC. in 343rd Judicial District Court; employee resignations and retirement
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a header indicating minutes were approved, but no meeting content is present.
Board Budget Workshop
The Taft Independent School District Board of Trustees is meeting for a budget workshop. The agenda includes a discussion of the budget, with a specific focus on health insurance options. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a workshop session.
- Budget workshop to include health insurance options
The provided minutes for the Board Budget Workshop on June 26, 2023, contain no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The document is procedural and does not list any actions taken.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on June 26, 2023, to consider several action items, including approving a cheerleader fundraiser for the NCAA Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, the 2023-2024 health insurance plan, auditors, and a student dress code update. The board will also discuss the A-F Refresh district presentation and a possible nomination to the San Patricio County Appraisal District Board. A closed session is scheduled for employee resignations and retirements.
- Approve cheerleaders fundraising ~$1,600 each for Citrus Bowl halftime performance
- Approve 2023-2024 health insurance plan
- Approve auditors Gowland, Morales & Smith for year ending Aug 31, 2023
- Approve 2023-2024 student dress code and clear/mesh backpack allowance
- Discuss vacancy and possible nomination to San Patricio County Appraisal District Board
The provided document contains no record of discussions, motions, or votes. It is a procedural page indicating that minutes for the June 26, 2023, meeting were approved, but no meeting content is present.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will canvass the May 6 trustee election results, swear in newly elected members, and reorganize board leadership. The board will also consider several action items, including a $104,400 laptop purchase, terminating a financial services agreement, and hiring a new financial advisor. Consent agenda items include approving April minutes, investment reports, expenditures, tax summaries, and child nutrition reports.
- Canvass May 6 trustee election results and swear in new board members
- Consider $104,400 Intech Southwest quote for 120 HP Elitebook laptops
- Possible termination of Financial Services Agreement with Tijerina Galvan Lawrence LLC
- Consider engaging Specialized Public Finance Inc. as financial advisor
- Consider low attendance waiver for Woodroe Petty Elementary (May 4-5, 2023)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a meeting header.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on April 18, 2023, to discuss and vote on several items, including funding for students to attend a national conference, policy changes, technology purchases, and facility improvements. The board will also enter closed session to discuss hiring a new athletic director/head football coach and employment contracts for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Consider approval to cover costs for four students and two sponsors to attend the National BPA conference in Anaheim, California, April 26-30.
- Consider approval of policy changes: delete GNC(LOCAL) and update DEC(LOCAL).
- Discussion and approval to purchase iPads for PreKinder and Kindergarten.
- Consider approval for Taft High School exterior door replacement, districtwide rekey and lockset installation, and mobile base radios external power supply.
- Closed session discussion on hiring a new Athletic Director/Head Football Coach and employment contracts for 2023-2024.
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a title page for the April 18, 2023, meeting.
Regular Meeting
The Taft ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on March 27, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes recognition of campus teachers of the year, public comments, and a consent agenda with routine approvals. The board will also discuss the 2023 Education Foundation Golf Tournament, consider a wireless access point upgrade, and enter closed session to evaluate the superintendent and discuss employment contracts.
- Recognition of Campus Teachers of the Year: Javier Castillo (Taft High), Enrique Treviño (Ricardo L. Treviño Junior High), Adriana Yanez (Woodroe Petty Elementary)
- Consent agenda includes approval of minutes, investment report, expenditures, tax summary, child nutrition report, and multiple budget amendments (assessment fees, insurance, social work/food services, band uniforms)
- Discussion of the 2023 Taft ISD Education Foundation Golf Tournament
- Approval of Wireless Access Point Upgrade for Taft ISD Campuses as part of E-Rate Category 2 project
- Closed session for annual Superintendent evaluation, employment contracts for 2023-2024, and employee resignations/retirements
The provided document contains only administrative portal information and a link to a file. No meeting minutes or decisions were recorded in the text.
Regular Meeting
The provided document contains no record of motions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a title page.
Regular Meeting
The provided document contains no record of motions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a header indicating minutes were approved.