Balmorhea ISD public meetings in 2023
14 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes routine items such as the pledge, approval of minutes, and reports, along with a discussion and possible action on substitute pay, an update on building construction, and a localized policy update.
- Discussion and possible action on Substitute Pay
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on Building Construction - Interior Walkthrough
- Localized Policy Update 122
- Finance Report
- Personnel
Special Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss the findings of a district-wide intruder detection audit report and to address personnel matters. The agenda also includes the pledge of allegiance, call to order, and adjournment.
- Discussion of District-Wide Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings
- Personnel
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD board will hold a regular meeting with routine items like approving minutes and a finance report. They will also hear a construction update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis, discuss the school calendar and substitute pay, and consider appointing a Reeves County Appraisal District board member.
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on building construction
- Discussion on school calendar and summer school dates
- Discussion on substitute pay
- Approve Reeves County Appraisal District Board of Directors appointment
- Localized Policy Updates 121 and 122
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on October 11, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The board will consider approving an agreement to purchase attendance credits (option 3) and delegate authority to the Superintendent, discuss an appointment to the Reeves County Appraisal District Board, and appoint a board member to fill a vacant seat. They will also receive updates on cafeteria food, building construction, and school operations.
- Consider and/or action to approve an agreement for the purchase of attendance credits (option 3 agreement) and delegate contractual authority to the Superintendent
- Discuss Reeves County Appraisal District Board of Directors appointment
- Consider & approve the appointment of a Board Member to fill vacant seat
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on Building Construction
- Update from Cafeteria Manager on type & quantity of food
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD board is meeting to consider routine business, including adopting the 2023-2024 tax rate, approving salary and stipend schedules, and reviewing the 2024 Reeves County Appraisal District budget. The board will also hear updates on building construction and receive reports from the superintendent, principal, and board president.
- Adopt tax rate for 2023-2024
- Approve salary schedules for 2023-2024
- Approve stipend schedule for 2023-2024
- 2024 Reeves County Appraisal District budget
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on building construction
Special Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD Board is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the 2023-2024 budget, adopt that budget, approve amendments to the 2022-2023 budget, and set the tax rate for 2024. The board will also consider joining a regional technology consortium, accept a donation for agricultural equipment, and discuss personnel matters.
- Public hearing and adoption of 2023-2024 budget
- Adoption of amended 2022-2023 budget
- Adoption of tax rate for 2024
- Consideration of Region 11 ESC Technology Resources Education Consortium (TREC)
- Acceptance of donation for ag equipment
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on August 9, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The board will consider setting the proposed 2023-2024 tax rate for public notice, scheduling a public meeting for the budget and tax rate, and approving several resolutions and contracts, including a special election order for purchasing attendance credits. Other items include updates on construction, the student code of conduct, and various administrative reports.
- Set proposed 2023-2024 tax rate for public notice
- Set public meeting date for 2023-2024 budget and proposed tax rate
- Approve order of special election to purchase attendance credits from the state
- Board resolution extending depository contract 2023-2025
- Region 18 contracts 2023-2024
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD board is holding a regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and a finance report, plus several action items. The board will consider an order for the November 7, 2023 election, a possible interlocal agreement with Reeves County Appraisal District, and a localized policy update. The agenda also includes updates on building construction, a budget workshop, and discussion of school-owned lots and additional bus routes.
- Order of Election for November 7, 2023
- Reeves County Appraisal District Interlocal Agreement consideration
- Localized Policy Update 121
- 2023-2024 Budget Workshop
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on Building Construction
Special Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consult with legal counsel in closed session about pending or potential litigation and to consider approving a release and settlement agreement related to real property claims against the district. The agenda also includes routine items such as the pledge, call to order, personnel matters, and adjournment.
- Closed session consultation with legal counsel under Texas Government Code 551.071
- Possible action on a release and settlement agreement for real property claims
- Personnel matters
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD board will canvass the May 6 general election results, administer oaths to new members, and reorganize the board. They will also consider the 2022-2023 school calendar, hear updates on building construction and finance, and discuss a potential settlement agreement regarding a real property claim in closed session.
- Canvassing of votes for the May 6, 2023 general election
- Administration of oath of office to new elected members
- Consideration of the 2022-2023 school calendar
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on building construction
- Possible action on release and settlement agreement for real property claim
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and reports, plus several action items. Notable discussions include a construction update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis, possible action to rename the football field, and a TASB resolution against vouchers for local consideration. The board will also consider personnel contracts and auxiliary staff for 2023-2024.
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on building construction
- Possible action to rename the football field
- TASB Resolution against Vouchers for Local Consideration
- 2023-2024 Allotments & TEKS Certification
- Personnel: Auxiliary Staff and Professional Contract for 2023-2024
Working Meeting
This is a brief working meeting of the Balmorhea ISD board. The agenda includes only the pledge, call to order, a training session by Esperanza Orosco, and adjournment. No decisions or discussions on specific policies, budgets, or projects are listed.
- TASB training led by Esperanza Orosco
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business including a finance report, approval of previous meeting minutes, and an update on building construction from Claycomb & Lee Lewis. The board will also consider an engagement letter from Eckert & Company for the district audit, a policy update (120), and nominations for the RCAD 2023 Board of Directors. Personnel matters include the superintendent's recommendation for renewals of professional contracts for 2023-2024.
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on building construction
- Eckert & Company engagement letter for district audit
- Policy Update 120
- RCAD 2023 Board of Directors nominations
- Superintendent's recommendation for renewals of professional contracts for 2023-2024
Regular Meeting
The Balmorhea ISD board will hold a regular meeting with routine items including the pledge, public comments, and approval of prior minutes. Key actions include approving the FY 2021-2022 audit and ordering a May 6, 2023 election. The board will also receive updates on construction, finances, enrollment, and the return-to-school plan, and will discuss the superintendent's contract and evaluation.
- Approve audit for fiscal year 2021-2022
- Order of election for May 6, 2023
- Update from Claycomb & Lee Lewis on building construction
- Finance report
- Superintendent's contract and evaluation