Crystal City Independent School District public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Hearing for FIRST Report
The Crystal City Independent School District Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing to discuss the 2022-2023 FIRST Report (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas). The agenda includes a public comment period on the report, followed by possible action on items discussed in closed session. This is a routine financial oversight meeting.
- Public hearing on 2022-2023 FIRST Report
- Public comment on 2022-2023 FIRST Report
- Possible action on items from closed session
Regular Session
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular session on December 11, 2023, with a closed session to discuss personnel matters, followed by open-session votes on hiring new professional and at-will staff, one-time stipends for a Speech Language Pathologist and eligible substitutes, and several band program contracts. The board will also consider consent items including meeting minutes and November 2023 bills, plus an RFP award for wallpaper at Benito Juárez Elementary School.
- Consideration to approve one-time stipend for Speech Language Pathologist for 2023-2024 school year
- Consideration to approve one-time Wellness Stipend for eligible substitutes
- Discussion/Action to approve contracts between CCHS Band and Daniel Morrison, Josh Brickey, and Randy Miles for marching band, percussion, and colorguard programs
- Discussion/Action to award RFP 24-52 Wallpaper for Benito Juárez Elementary School
- Consideration to approve minutes for November 6 (Special) and November 14 (Regular) board meetings
Special Meeting for Board Training
This is a special called meeting of the Crystal City Independent School District board, held solely for board member continuing education as required by Texas Administrative Code. The agenda includes routine items like roll call and public comment, followed by a 'Team of Eight Training: Governance' session, then adjournment. No decisions or policy actions are scheduled.
- Special meeting called for board member continuing education per Texas Administrative Code Section 61.1(c)
- Team of Eight Training: Governance session
- Public comment period for agenda items
- Roll call and quorum establishment
- Moment of reflection
Regular Session
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will meet in regular session to consider hiring legal counsel on a contingent fee basis to pursue claims against construction and design professionals for facilities built under the 2015 Bond Project, including Crystal City High School, Sterling Fly Junior High, and Benito Juarez Middle School. The board will also act on several contracts, staff additions, stipends, and a capital funds transfer, and will receive informational reports on enrollment, finances, and other district operations.
- Resolution to engage legal counsel on contingent fee for 2015 Bond Project construction/design claims
- Contract with TX-STAR Speech-Language Services, Corp. for 2023-2024 school year
- Addition of 4 Special Education Instructional Aides and 1 Special Education Teacher at Dr. Tomas Rivera Elementary
- Contract with Aspenwood Music, LLC and Steven Estudillo INC for 2023-2024
- One-time Wellness Stipend for CCISD employees and annual Instructional Stipend for Assistant Principals/Academic Deans
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider emergency procurement resolutions for repairs at district facilities, including bat intrusion, mold, and water damage. The board will also discuss and possibly approve new personnel hires. A closed session is scheduled for legal consultation regarding potential litigation over 2015 bond project construction.
- Emergency procurement resolution for bat intrusion repairs at Sterling H. Fly Junior High School
- Emergency procurement resolution for mold remediation at Crystal City High School Auditorium
- Emergency procurement resolution for bat intrusion repairs at Crystal City High School Auditorium
- Emergency procurement resolution for water intrusion repairs at Crystal City High School Auditorium
- Emergency procurement resolution for bat guano remediation at Crystal City High School Old Gym
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD board is holding a special meeting with a single action item: approving a resolution to nominate candidates for the Zaval County Appraisal District Board of Directors for the January 2024 to December 2025 term. The rest of the agenda is standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, public comment).
- Resolution to nominate candidates for Zaval County Appraisal District Board of Directors (term Jan 2024–Dec 2025)
Regular Session
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will meet in regular session to consider several action items, including authorizing repairs to the High School Auditorium for water damage, approving new professional and at-will staff, and adopting policy revisions. The board will also discuss and potentially approve contracts for wallpaper and kitchen equipment, as well as a consulting agreement. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation related to the 2015 bond projects and personnel matters.
- Authorize repairs to High School Auditorium for water intrusion damage
- Approve employment of new professional and at-will staff
- Award RFP# 24-52: Wallpaper at Benito Juarez Elementary School
- Award RFP# 23-54: Kitchen Equipment
- Approve revisions to DEC(LOCAL) providing paid leave for police officers injured in line of duty
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to conduct a grievance hearing for Melissa Palomo in closed session, as permitted by Texas law. After the closed session, the board may take action on the matter in open session. The agenda includes standard items like roll call and public comment, but the main business is the grievance hearing.
- Closed session grievance hearing for Melissa Palomo under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.074
- Possible board action on the grievance in open session
- Public comment period for agenda items
- Moment of reflection and roll call
Special Board Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will meet in special session to discuss and possibly take action on legal claims against construction and design professionals tied to the 2015 Bond Project, which includes Crystal City High School, Sterling H. Fly Jr. High School, and Benito Juarez Middle School. The board will also consider approving the employment of new at-will personnel, an agreement to purchase attendance credits, and several routine items for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Discussion and possible action on claims against Construction/Design professionals for 2015 Bond Project facilities
- Consideration to approve employment of new at-will personnel
- Discussion/Action to approve Agreement for purchase of Attendance Credits (Option 3) and delegate authority to Superintendent
- Discussion/Action to approve committee members for LPAC, SBDM, SHAC, Attendance, and Textbook committees
- Discussion/Action to approve District Improvement Plan and Campus Performance Goals for 2023-2024
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including TEA teacher waivers, employment of at-will employees, emergency procurement to remediate bats at Sterling H. Fly Jr. High School, and a proposed 2023-2024 compensation plan. The board will also consider accepting a donated utility trailer from Tavo's Towing LLC. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Action to approve TEA teacher waivers
- Action to approve at-will employees as recommended
- Emergency procurement to remediate bats at Sterling H. Fly Jr. High School
- Resolution adopting 2023-2024 proposed compensation plan
- Donation of utility trailer by Tavo's Towing LLC
Public Hearing
The Crystal City Independent School District board is meeting for a public hearing on the proposed budget and tax rate. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, moment of reflection, the public hearing, and adjournment. No specific budget figures or tax rate details are listed in the agenda text.
- Public hearing for proposed budget and tax rate
Regular Session
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will consider hiring law firms on a contingent fee basis to pursue damages against construction and design professionals for alleged defects in the 2015 Bond Project, including Crystal City High School, Sterling H. Fly Jr. High School, and Benito Juarez Middle School. The board will also vote on the 2023-2024 budget, adopt tax rates, and approve the use of the high school for the October Japanese-American Pilgrimage.
- Resolution to engage legal counsel under contingent fee agreement for construction/design defect claims
- Proposed budget for 2023-2024 school year
- Adoption of 2023 Maintenance & Operations, Interest & Sinking, and Total Tax Rates
- Approval of high school and parking use for October Japanese-American Pilgrimage on Oct. 28, 2023
- Approval of grab-and-go lunch for pilgrimage participants
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting with a closed session to consult legal counsel and discuss personnel matters, including a TEA Special Investigation. The board will then consider approving a voluntary agreed resolution and action plan with the Texas Education Agency. A budget workshop is also scheduled.
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 and 551.074
- Discussion with legal counsel regarding TEA Special Investigation
- Informational: Personnel matters approved by Superintendent
- Action item: Approve voluntary agreed resolution and action plan with TEA
- Budget workshop
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve a voluntary agreed resolution and action plan with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) following a special investigation. The board will first meet in closed session with legal counsel to discuss the investigation, then reconvene in open session to take action if necessary.
- Closed session discussion with legal counsel regarding TEA Special Investigation
- Discussion/Action to approve voluntary agreed resolution and action plan with TEA
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on several action items, including emergency procurement to address bats at the High School Auditorium, employee health insurance, property and casualty premiums, worker's compensation renewal, and donations for a Back to School Bash. The board will also meet in closed session to consult with legal counsel on construction issues at three schools and discuss personnel matters.
- Emergency procurement of goods/services for bats at High School Auditorium
- Employee Health Insurance Benefits Package for 2023-2024 school year
- Property & Casualty premiums for Sept 1, 2023 to Sept 1, 2024
- Worker's Compensation Renewal Proposal
- Donations for Back to School Bash Supply Drive
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on several personnel and operational items. The board will consider hiring a new high school principal and assistant principal, purchasing desktop and laptop computers for campus staff, adding five truant officer positions, and updating the student dress code. The meeting includes a closed session for superintendent evaluation and personnel discussions.
- Discussion/Action on employment of new High School Principal
- Discussion/Action on employment of new High School Assistant Principal
- Discussion/Action to purchase desktop computers for campus staff
- Discussion/Action to purchase laptop computers for campus staff
- Discussion/Action on addition of five truant officer positions
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to conduct a grievance hearing for a parent identified as V.S. The board will meet in closed session to hear the grievance and consult with legal counsel, then reconvene in open session for discussion and possible action on the matter.
- Closed session for grievance hearing of Parent V.S.
- Consultation with legal counsel regarding grievance of Parent V.S.
- Open session discussion/action on grievance of Parent V.S.
Regular Session
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will meet in regular session to discuss and take action on personnel matters, including the non-renewal of Leopoldo Ortiz's term contract and the termination of a probationary teacher's contract. The board will also consider consent items, action items on contracts and facility upgrades, and receive informational updates on budget, enrollment, and other district reports.
- Non-renewal of Leopoldo Ortiz's Term Contract
- Termination of a Probationary Contract of a Classroom Teacher
- Food Service Management Company Contract Renewal for 2023-2024 SY
- Construction of the CCHS Band Marching Pad
- Fire Alarm System Upgrade from Johnson Controls
Regular Session
The Crystal City ISD Board will hold a regular session with a closed session for legal and personnel matters, followed by open-session action items. The most consequential item is a presentation and possible resolution to engage Watts Guerra Law Firm and J. Cruz & Associates on a contingent-fee basis to pursue claims against construction and design professionals for the 2015 Bond Project, including Crystal City High School, Sterling H. Fly Junior High School, and Benito Juarez Middle School. The board will also vote on a teacher contract non-renewal, staff re-employment, a resolution on vouchers, computer purchases, summer school, and a dual credit agreement.
- Resolution to approve contingent-fee legal services agreement for 2015 Bond Project construction/design claims
- Discussion/action to propose non-renewal of a classroom teacher's term contract
- Approval of re-employment/renewal of professional employees for 2023-2024
- Resolution on vouchers, education savings accounts, and taxpayer savings grants
- Purchase of computers for CTE Computer Lab
Special Meeting
The Crystal City ISD school board is holding a special meeting with a single action item: a discussion and vote on whether to accept a donated sign for the baseball field at Tate Field. The rest of the agenda is standard procedural items like calling the meeting to order, roll call, and public comment.
- Discussion/Action to approve the donation of the Tate Field sign for the Baseball Field
Regular Session
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular session on March 20, 2023, with action items including approval of local policy updates, the 2023-2024 instructional calendar, the superintendent's evaluation tool and formative goals, revised board operating procedures, an investment policy resolution, and science textbook committee members. The board will also discuss informational items such as enrollment, debt overview, and district projects, and will enter closed session for legal and personnel matters, including a lawsuit and a Title IX investigation.
- Approve local policy updates (BBB, CB, CKC, FNG, FO) on 2nd and final reading
- Approve 2023-2024 instructional calendar
- Approve Resolution 23-27, CCISD Investment Policy
- Approve employment of new professional and at-will staff for 2022-2023
- Closed session: mediation in Flores v. Crystal City ISD, Title IX investigation
Regular Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will vote on the 2023-2024 instructional calendar and awarding a fencing contract for the baseball field to Hernandez Fencing. The board will also hear reports on enrollment, budget, and construction, and hold a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters.
- Approve 2023-2024 Instructional Calendar
- Award RFP 23-24 Fencing of Baseball Field to Hernandez Fencing
- Approve January 2023 monthly bills
- Approve minutes from January 16, 21, and 23 meetings
- Review TASB Localized Policy Update 120 on first reading
Special Meeting for Board Training
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting for board training, including a Board-Superintendent Team of Eight Training Session. The board will also enter closed session to discuss hiring new professional and at-will personnel for the 2022-2023 school year, and may take action on those hires in open session.
- Board-Superintendent Team of Eight Training Session
- Closed session discussion on employment of new professional personnel for 2022-2023 SY
- Closed session discussion on employment of new at-will personnel for 2022-2023 SY
- Possible approval of new professional personnel hires
- Possible approval of new at-will personnel hires
Regular Meeting
The Crystal City ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on January 16, 2023, with action items including approval of tutoring pay rates, creation of an Extended Week Interventionist position, the 2023 E-Rate proposal, and donations. The board will also discuss a letter from the Zavala County Appraisal District and enter closed session for personnel matters, including differential pay and new hires.
- Approve TCLAS Decision 6: Tutoring Supports Extended Week Pay Rates
- Open new position of Extended Week Interventionist
- Approve 2023 E-Rate Proposal
- Approve donation of ice machine to Athletic Department
- Approve donation of tickets to play '1969' for Crystal City High School students