Galveston Independent School District public meetings in 2023
14 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to consider a range of action items, including a new early notification incentive program, several construction-related approvals for Ball High School and Courville Stadium, and applications for large grants from the Moody Foundation. The board will also review financial reports, budget amendments, and other routine consent agenda items. A closed executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, property, and security matters.
- Approval of Voluntary Early Notification Incentive Program for 2024-25
- Purchase of laptops and docking stations for Weis Middle School up to $65,000 using School Action Fund grant
- Approval of GMP #6A for electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression packages (North Building) at Ball High School
- Approval of Courville Stadium Press Box bid proposals for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural steel, concrete, curtain wall, roof, and elevator sub-packages
- Applications for Moody Foundation grants: up to $1,350,000 for Galveston Career-Connect and up to $1,750,000 for Tor Kids/Prep After-School Program
Special Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to hear and consider a Level III grievance, which may involve personnel matters. The board may recess into closed executive session to discuss personnel issues, then reconvene in open session for any final action.
- Hear and consider Level III Grievance
- Possible closed executive session under Texas Open Meeting Act
- Recess into closed session for personnel matters (551.074)
- Reestablish open meeting after closed session
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will canvass the November 7, 2023 trustee election results for District 5E, administer oaths of office, and consider several construction-related action items, including approval of a construction-manager-agent delivery method for the stadium press box and additional stadium completion items. The board will also review financial reports, budget updates, and a consent agenda covering personnel, budget amendments, donations, and various purchases.
- Canvass November 7, 2023 School Trustee Election results for single-member District 5E
- Approve GMP #4C for Mechanical Package (North Building)
- Approve Construction-Manager-Agent delivery method for Stadium Press Box and additional stadium completion items
- Approve out-of-state trip to New York City for Ball High Golden Voices (63 students) to compete in Big Apple Classic Music Festival
- Approve purchase of new heating boiler for Moody Early Childhood Center
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with action items including nominations for the Galveston Central Appraisal District Board, financial reports, and a consent agenda. Key items include approvals related to the new Ball High School and Natatorium project, such as materials testing, a construction package, and property insurance. The board may also recess into closed session for personnel, legal, real property, and security matters.
- Consider approval of GMP #5B for the Ball High School and Natatorium project
- Consider approval of materials testing for the new Ball High School and Natatorium
- Consider approval of property insurance coverage for the Ball High School and Natatorium projects
- Discuss and consider nominations for the Galveston Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Consider approval of budget amendments and payment of attorney fees
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will consider approving construction proposals for Austin Middle School Phase 1 and Weis Middle School Phase 2, as well as a resolution to intervene in a lawsuit against the state over school accountability. The board will also act on a consent agenda covering financial items, contracts, and routine approvals.
- Approval of CSP proposal for Austin Middle School Phase 1
- Approval of CSP renovation proposal for Weis Middle School Phase 2
- Resolution authorizing intervention in the Accountability lawsuit against the State of Texas
- Skyward Annual License Fee for $170,906.00
- Contract with Wexford, Inc. for evaluation services not to exceed $150,000
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 budget and 2023 tax rate, then consider adopting both. The board will also vote on construction change orders for the Kermit Courville Stadium and Ball High School/Natatorium projects, and approve numerous consent agenda items including software purchases, a trustee election order, and a disaster-use MOU with Galveston County.
- Public hearing and adoption of 2023-2024 budget and 2023 tax rate
- Change Order 03 for Kermit Courville Stadium Project
- GMP #5A for Ball High School and Natatorium Project
- Purchase of Imagine Learning software licenses up to $57,000
- Galveston College tuition grant up to $500,000
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on August 2, 2023, to consider action items including approval of GMP #3B for the Ball High School and Natatorium Project, scheduling a public meeting for the 2023 proposed tax rate and 2023-2024 budget, and approving the proposed tax rate for publication. The board will also consider a large consent agenda covering contracts, budget amendments, personnel, and various agreements.
- Approval of GMP #3B for the Ball High School and Natatorium Project
- Schedule public meeting for 2023 proposed tax rate and 2023-2024 budget
- Consider approval of 2023 proposed tax rate for publication in notice of public hearing
- Delegation of authority to purchase white fleet vehicles up to $300,000.00
- Approval of contract with Adaptive Behavior School for 3 students at $55,000
Special Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider several action items, including the superintendent's employment and relocation agreements, a grant application for youth mental health, and facility improvements. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the June 21 regular meeting and hear public comments.
- Consider approval of minutes from June 21, 2023 regular meeting
- Discuss and consider purchase of Ball High Tor Store mobile store
- Discuss and consider submission of $200,000 grant application to Moody Methodist Church Permanent Endowment Fund for youth mental health
- Discuss and consider approval of Courville Stadium bleacher handrails proposal
- Discuss and consider superintendent employment contract and relocation reimbursement agreement
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on June 21, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Board Room of the Lovenberg Administration Building, 3904 Avenue T, Galveston, Texas. The board will consider action items including the employment of a superintendent, a 2023-2024 salary plan with a 2% raise for teachers, and the sale of surplus property at 1405 34th Street. The consent agenda includes approvals for budget amendments, donations, and several contracts and purchases.
- Consider employment of the Superintendent of Schools
- Approve 2023-2024 Salary Plan with 2% teacher raise
- Approve sale of surplus property at 1405 34th Street
- Purchase Canvas Learning Management System for up to $60,736
- Purchase Neuhaus Education Center supplies for up to $70,000
Special Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider several action items, including approval of Chapter 21 professional contracts for the 2023-2024 school year, personnel resignations and recommendations, and any action items arising from a closed executive session. The board may also recess into closed session to consult with legal counsel and discuss the superintendent's performance and employment. The meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Board Room of the Lovenberg Administration Building.
- Approval of Chapter 21 Professional Contracts for 2023-2024
- Approval of personnel resignations and recommendations with contracts
- Possible action on matters discussed in closed or executive session
- Closed session for legal counsel and superintendent performance/employment
- Citizen's request to address the board on agenda and non-agenda items
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including a one-time salary supplement funded by ESSER III, approval of construction contracts for the new Ball High School and Courville Press Box projects, and a consent agenda covering personnel, budget amendments, and service contracts. The board may also enter closed session for personnel, legal, and real property matters.
- One-time salary supplement using ESSER III funds for FY 2023-2024
- GMP #1 for New Ball High School & Natatorium demolition package
- GMP #1 for Courville Press Box concrete foundations & structural steel
- Sale of buildings at 4224 Ave O, 4220 Ave O, 4221 Ave N ½, and 1610 43rd St.
- Delegation of authority to purchase white fleet vehicles up to $300,000
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing multiple action items, including approval of two large grant applications to the Moody Foundation for after-school and career-connect programs. The board will also consider budget amendments, personnel actions, and various purchases. A closed executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, and real property matters.
- Apply for $9,200,000 Moody Foundation grant for Tor Kids/Prep After School Program (5 years)
- Apply for $7,500,000 Moody Foundation grant for Galveston Career-Connect program (5 years)
- Approve sale of buildings at 4224 Ave O, 4220 Ave O, 4221 Ave N ½, and 1610 43rd St.
- Ratify supplemental expenditure to replace sewer lines at Courville Stadium using Bond 2022 funds
- Approve PK tuition for non-qualifying students with 25% employee discount for 2023-2024
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous action items, including approving a bond order for Series 2023 school building bonds, purchasing equipment for career and technical education programs, and approving various contracts and grants. The board will also discuss and potentially approve the 2023-2024 school calendar and hear reports on finances and district programs.
- Consider approval of an order authorizing issuance of Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2023
- Approve purchase of HVAC equipment from ATC using JET Grant and local funds, not to exceed $330,000
- Approve purchase of electrical equipment from Tech-Labs using JET Grant and local funds, not to exceed $140,000
- Approve beverage vending machine services contract with PepsiCo for initial 3-year term
- Approve 2023-2024 school calendar
Regular Meeting
The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering multiple action items, including grant applications, equipment purchases, and property transactions related to the new Ball High School. The board will also consider a construction manager at risk contract for the school and related facilities.
- Apply for $6,550,000 Moody Foundation grant for Causeway Galveston (5 years)
- Purchase 5 weapons detection units
- Purchase 5 vehicles using Bond 2022 funds, not to exceed $213,401
- Approve contract for relocation services (RFP #2022-23-005) up to $110,500
- Consider construction manager at risk (RFP #2022-23-008) for Ball HS, Natatorium, and Courville Press box