Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District public meetings in 2025
19 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Safety and Security Committee Meeting - Fall
The Jim Ned CISD Safety and Security Committee meets to discuss school safety initiatives, including updates on the School Marshal Program, reports from local emergency responders, and a three-year safety audit summary. The meeting covers procedural items and informational reports rather than formal decisions.
- School Marshal Program and Training update
- Taylor County Sheriff's Office report
- Taylor County Emergency Management Coordinator report
- Jim Ned Volunteer Fire Department report
- Three-year safety audit summary (closed session) under Tex. Gov’t Code § 551.076
Public Hearing on the 2024-2025 FIRST Ratings
The Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District is holding a public hearing regarding the FIRST Report. The meeting includes a designated time for public comment.
- Public hearing on the 2024-2025 FIRST Report
The provided minutes for the December 8, 2025, public hearing contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Jim Ned CISD board will meet December 8, 2025 to receive routine reports, recognize students and staff, and take action on interlocal agreements with the West Texas Food Cooperative. No new taxes or major construction decisions are on this agenda.
- Consider and vote on West Texas Food Cooperative Interlocal Agreements
- Public comment session limited to 5 minutes per speaker
- Monthly bond and construction update presented by Jacob-Martin, LLC and Collier Construction
- Consent agenda includes November 13, 2025 meeting minutes and budget amendments
- Closed session to discuss attorney consultation, real property, personnel, and security matters
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Jim Ned CISD board will certify the voter-approved tax rate election, approve campus improvement plans for Jim Ned Middle and High Schools, and adopt a district-wide improvement plan. Routine reports on finances, academics, athletics, and facilities will also be presented.
- Certify results of the Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election
- Approve Campus Improvement Plans for Jim Ned Middle School and Jim Ned High School
- Approve the District Improvement Plan (DIP)
- Approve Policy Update 126 covering 28 local policies
- Consider appointment of the district Attendance Officer
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook software.
Regular Meeting
The Jim Ned CISD Board of Trustees will meet October 14, 2025 to hear updates on bond projects, approve the 2025-2026 investment policy, and vote on campus improvement plans for three schools. The board will also consider a resolution for a Taylor County Appraisal District board member and adopt the district’s non-business day calendar.
- Consider adoption of the Jim Ned CISD Investment Policy for 2025-2026
- Consider approval of Campus Improvement Plans (CIPs) from Buffalo Gap Elementary, Lawn Elementary and Jim Ned Intermediate School
- Consider a resolution to nominate a Taylor County Appraisal District (CAD) board member
- Consider approval of the 2025-2026 Jim Ned CISD Non-business day calendar
- Monthly Bond & Construction Project Update presented by Jacob-Martin, LLC, & Collier Construction
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Public Hearing to Discuss the Efficiency Audit Required Before Holding a Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE
The Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District will present an efficiency audit as required by Texas Education Code Section 11.184. This audit is a prerequisite for holding a Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE).
- Presentation of Efficiency Audit by Moak Casey
- Public hearing for comments on the Efficiency Audit
The provided document contains only the meeting title and administrative system information. There are no records of discussions, votes, or decisions made during the public hearing regarding the Efficiency Audit.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to consider appointing a new board member and approve election agreements for November 4, 2025. The meeting includes updates on bond construction projects and reviews of district policies regarding admissions and student activities.
- Appointment of a board member to fill a vacancy on the Board of Trustees
- Joint Election Agreements and Contracts with Taylor and Runnels County for the November 4, 2025 election
- Legal services retainer program with Leasor Crass, P.C.
- Budget amendments for 2025-2026
- Approval of Policy FD (Local) on Admissions and Policy FM (Local) on Student Activities and Attendance
The provided document contains only system maintenance notices and meeting metadata. No substantive decisions, votes, or discussions were recorded in the text.
Public Hearing on the 2025-2026 Budget and Proposed Tax Rate
The Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District will hold a public hearing to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate for the 2025-2026 period.
- Discussion of the 2025-2026 Budget
- Discussion of the Proposed Tax Rate
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata without minutes of the proceedings.
Regular Meeting
The Jim Ned CISD board will hold its regular meeting to discuss and vote on key fiscal items including the 2025-2026 budget, tax rate, and a voter-approval tax rate election (VATRE). The board will also consider policies on homeschool student participation in UIL activities, instructional resources, and student device use, along with approving property insurance coverage.
- Adopt Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Adopt Resolution Setting Tax Rate for 2025-2026
- Adopt Order Calling VATRE and election provisions
- Consider Policy EFB (Local) on instructional resources and library materials
- Approve Property and Casualty coverage for 2025-2026
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Safety and Security Committee Meeting - Summer
The Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District’s Safety and Security Committee meets to review district safety measures, including updates on the School Marshal Program, intruder-resistant materials, and intercom systems. Presenters include the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Management Coordinator, and Jim Ned Volunteer Fire Department.
- Update on intruder-resistant materials installation
- Raptor system and intercoms linked across campuses
- Ballistic shield and breaching tool requirements discussed
- Behavioral threat assessment training scheduled
- Camera and access control system updates underway
Regular Meeting
The board will discuss the 2025-26 budget and select a public meeting date to approve the budget and set the tax rate. The meeting also includes decisions on school policies, student conduct codes, and various operational contracts for the upcoming school year.
- Selection of public meeting date for 2025-26 Budget Approval and Tax Rate
- Approval of milk, HVAC, and plumbing bids for 2025-26
- Approval of 2025-26 Student Code of Conduct and Extracurricular Student Code of Conduct
- Approval of cafeteria meal prices for 2025-2026
- Proposed professional and auxiliary salary scales
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a meeting header.
Construction Walkthrough
The Jim Ned CISD board will hold a walkthrough of the ongoing Jim Ned High School construction project on July 17, 2025. This is an information-only session with no formal decisions scheduled. The public may comment for up to five minutes during the open forum.
- Public comment period limited to 5 minutes
- Construction walkthrough of Jim Ned High School
Special Meeting Cancelled
The Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District board cancelled its April 23, 2025 special meeting. No decisions were made or votes taken.
Special Meeting Cancelled
The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to interview applicants for the Superintendent position. The body will discuss and potentially take action on naming a lone finalist for the role.
- Interview of Superintendent applicants
- Consideration of naming a lone finalist for Superintendent
- Consultation with attorney regarding the Superintendent finalist
Special Meeting
The Board will hold a special meeting to interview applicants for the Superintendent position. The body will consider naming a lone finalist for the role following a closed session and legal consultation.
- Interviews of Superintendent applicants
- Consideration of naming a lone finalist for Superintendent
Special Meeting
The Jim Ned CISD board will hold a special meeting to enter a closed session under Texas Government Code §551.074 to interview superintendent applicants. No public business will be discussed or decided.
- Closed meeting for personnel under Tex. Gov’t Code §551.074
- Interview superintendent applicants
Special Meeting
The Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District Board will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for superintendent applicants. This portion of the meeting is designated as a closed session for personnel matters.
- Closed meeting to interview superintendent applicants
Board Workshop - Strategic Planning with the Team of 8
The Jim Ned CISD Board will hold a workshop to discuss and draft the district’s Vision, Mission, Motto, and Belief Statements as part of its 2025 strategic planning process. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
Board Workshop - Strategic Planning
The Jim Ned CISD Board holds a workshop to discuss and refine the district’s strategic planning elements, including the Vision, Mission, Values, and Motto. Board President Mike Daggs presents draft language and invites feedback on proposed changes.
- Discuss adoption of motto '1TRIBE'
- Review and refine Core Values (3-5 values)
- Evaluate Beliefs statements for community and staff input
- Assess current Mission and Vision statements from the scorecard
- Examples provided from Canadian ISD, Graham ISD, and Fredericksburg ISD