Ricardo Independent School District public meetings in 2025
9 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Ricardo Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on December 17, 2025. The board will review and act on routine items including monthly financial reports, purchases over $10,000, and updates to local policies. No major decisions or controversial items are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of minutes from November 19, 2025 meeting
- Approval of monthly financial reports and district financial matters
- Report of purchases over $10,000
- Consideration of adding, revising, or deleting local policies per TASB guidelines
- 10th payment to STBP for SPED and elementary addition and renovation
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Ricardo ISD board will meet on November 19, 2025, to approve monthly financial reports, legal service agreements, and personnel actions. The agenda includes routine procedural items, public comment, and reports from district leadership.
- Approval of minutes from October 15, 2025 meeting
- Approval of monthly financial reports and district financial matters
- Approval of legal services agreements with JCA LAW, PLLC and Walsh Gallegos and Associates
- Approval of the 9th payment to STBP for SPED and elementary addition and renovation projects
- Action to accept bid for Network Switchgear Upgrade funded by FY2026 Category 2 E-Rate
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Public Hearing
The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST). The session includes an overview of the system and a review of the district's "A" Rating of Superior Achievement.
- Public hearing on Schools Financial Accountability Rating System (FIRST)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural and contain no substantive decisions.
Regular Meeting
The Ricardo Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on October 15, 2025. The board will review and vote on monthly financial reports, approve purchases over $10,000, and consider insurance coverages. The superintendent will provide updates on construction, transportation, and district property values.
- Approval of monthly financial reports and district financial matters
- Report of purchases over $10,000
- Approval of the 8th payment to STBP for SPED addition and elementary addition and renovation
- Consideration of TASB insurance coverages including windstorm, property, automobile, and school liabilities
- Approval of 2025-2026 District/Campus Improvement Plans
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook software.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review financial reports, including Amazon purchases over $50,000 and the 2025 tax roll from the Kleberg County Tax Assessor-Collector. The meeting also includes discussions on parent rights regarding Senate Bill 12 and personnel matters in closed session.
- Approval of 2025 Tax Roll submitted by Kleberg County Tax Assessor-Collector
- Approval of Amazon purchases totaling over $50,000
- 7th payment to STBP for SPED Addition and Elementary addition and renovation
- Resolution regarding Senate Bill 12 and Parent Rights
- Nominating candidates for Kleberg County Appraisal District Board of Directors
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The text consists of website navigation elements and system maintenance notices.
Special Meeting
The Board will conduct a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget and tax rate for the 2025-2026 period.
- Public hearing for Proposed 2025-2026 Budget
- Public hearing for Proposed 2025 Tax Rate
The provided minutes for the Special Meeting on August 27, 2025, contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Board will consider setting the tax rate for the 2025 tax year and adopting the General Funds and Cafeteria Fund budgets for 2025-2026. The meeting also includes discussions on school construction payments and personnel employment.
- Resolution 2026-01: Setting the Tax Rate for the 2025 Tax Year
- Adoption of the 2025-2026 General Funds and Cafeteria Fund Budget
- MOU with Kleberg County for the School Resource Officer Program
- Payments to STBP and Gignac Architects for SPED and Elementary additions/renovations
- Approval of the "Meals for Shields" Program for 2025-2026
The provided document contains only administrative system notifications and a meeting header. There are no records of motions, votes, or decisions made during the meeting.
Regular Meeting
The Ricardo ISD board will meet July 30 to approve routine minutes, monthly financial reports, and purchases over $10,000. They will also consider waivers from the Texas Education Agency, a fifth payment for SPED and elementary additions, and policy updates required by state laws SB 13, SB 401, and HB 1481.
- Approval of minutes for May 19, June 25, and July 23 special/regular meetings
- Approval of monthly financial reports and purchases over $10,000
- Consideration of TEA Low Attendance Day Waiver and Staff Development Waiver
- Fifth payment to STBP for SPED Addition and Elementary Addition and Renovation
- Policy changes addressing SB 13 (library materials), SB 401 (admissions/student activities), and HB 1481 (personal communication devices)
The provided minutes contain no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Special Meeting
The Board will hold a preliminary budget workshop and consider the district's employee compensation plan. Members will also discuss potential changes to the district's contribution toward employee major medical insurance.
- Preliminary Budget Workshop
- Approval of Ricardo ISD Employee Compensation Plan
- Amendment to District's Contribution to Employee's Major Medical Insurance
- Teacher and personnel resignations and employment
- Superintendent's salary and administrative salaries
The provided minutes for the July 23, 2025 special meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.