Somerset Independent School District public meetings in 2023
16 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Hearing and Regular Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to discuss the district's rating on the state's financial accountability system, followed by a regular meeting. The board will consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes, instructional materials committee, policy updates, the 2024-2025 academic calendar, and property/casualty insurance renewal. They will also discuss the annual financial audit, a resolution for the Bexar Appraisal District election, and other presentations, then enter closed session for personnel matters.
- Public hearing on state financial accountability rating
- Approval of 2024-2025 Somerset ISD Academic Calendar
- Renewal of Property and Casualty Coverage with TASB Risk Management Fund
- Review and approval of Annual Financial Audit report for FY ending Aug 31, 2023
- Resolution to submit 9 votes in 2024 Bexar Appraisal District Board election
Special Board Meeting
The Board will meet in closed session to discuss employee appointments, evaluations, and legal issues regarding employment contracts. The Board will also consider a recommendation to rescind a previous motion to offer employment for a District Administrator position.
- Discussion of public officer or employee appointments, discipline, or dismissal
- Legal consultation regarding employment contracts
- Possible action to rescind a prior motion to offer employment for a District Administrator
Regular Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with public comment, recognitions, and a consent agenda. Action items include possible approval of budget amendments, purchase of three passenger buses and new band instruments, and a presentation on CTE programs. The board will also enter closed session to discuss personnel and a safety and security audit, with possible action afterward.
- Approval of General Operating Budget Amendment #1 and #2 and Child Nutrition Budget Amendment #1
- Discussion and possible action on purchasing three passenger buses
- Discussion and possible action on purchasing new band instruments for 2023-2024
- Presentation of CTE Programs
- Closed session to review 2022-23 Safety and Security Audit and personnel matters
Regular Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with public comment, recognitions, and a consent agenda. Action items include approving the 2023 no-new-revenue tax rate, purchasing 35 Smartboards, approving Regional Day School Program for the Deaf tuition, and selecting a contractor for roofing repairs at Zacharias Early College Leadership Academy. The board will also discuss demographic study results, accountability updates, and policy changes, and may enter closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Approval of 2023 no-new-revenue tax rate renewal
- Purchase of 35 additional Smartboards
- Contractor proposal for metal roofing and siding repairs at Zacharias Early College Leadership Academy
- Regional Day School Program for the Deaf tuition and services for 2023-2024
- JROTC out-of-state travel to Ft. Knox, Kentucky
Public Hearing and Special Board Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the 2023-2024 budget and tax rate. The board will also consider approving appraisal rolls, setting tax rates, and a final budget amendment for 2022-2023. In closed session, they will discuss filling a board vacancy and personnel matters, with possible action in open session.
- Public hearing on proposed 2023-2024 budget and tax rate
- Adoption of 2023-2024 budget
- Acceptance of certified Atascosa and Bexar Counties appraisal rolls for tax year 2023
- Approval of 2023 No-New-Revenue Tax Rate and Voter-Approval Tax Rate
- Resolution for one-time incentive stipend to eligible employees
Regular Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will meet to reorganize, approve consent agenda items, and consider several action items including a one-time employee incentive stipend, a security fencing bid for Somerset Jr. High, and filling a board vacancy. The board will also enter closed session for personnel and legal matters, including pending litigation and a mid-year superintendent evaluation.
- One-time incentive stipend for eligible employees (public purpose resolution)
- Bid approval for new security fencing at Somerset Jr. High Campus
- Renewal of Legal Services Retainer Agreement with Walsh Gallegos Trevino Kyle & Robinson P.C. for 2023-2024
- Purchase of two SUVs and one cargo/truck/van via Open Market Procurement
- Five-year extension of inter-local agreement with Workers' Compensation Solutions
Special Board Meeting, Budget Workshop #2 & Goal Setting
The Somerset ISD board is holding a special meeting and budget workshop to discuss and possibly approve several items, including selecting a general contractor for the Central Office renovation, buying four utility vehicles, amending the current budget, purchasing two tracts of land, changing the compensation plan, and adopting updated goals. The meeting is open to the public.
- Final rankings for General Contractor for Central Office Renovation
- Purchase of four John Deere Gators for Athletic Department
- Budget Amendment #6 to 2022-2023 General Operating Budget
- Resolution to purchase ~2.594 acres near Smith Road and Palo Alto Road
- Resolution to purchase ~69.78 acres at 4420 W. Loop 1604, Von Ormy
Regular Board Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contract extensions, appraisal district budgets, and handbooks. The board will also discuss and possibly act on security upgrades, a learning program purchase, and a public meeting date for the 2023-2024 budget and tax rate. Closed session items include real property, personnel, legal matters, and the possible resignation of board member Leo Salas.
- Approval of 2024 Atascosa Central and Bexar Appraisal District budgets
- Extension of depository contract with Texas Community Bank through Aug 31, 2025
- Approval of 2023-2024 Somerset ISD Student Handbook and Code of Conduct
- Discussion on installing 15 additional card door swipes for district buildings
- Possible acceptance of resignation of Board Member Leo Salas
Special Board Meeting, Budget Workshop #1 & Goal Setting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting and budget workshop to discuss the 2023-2024 school year budget, review the delivery method for roof replacement/repair construction services, and consider adopting updated vision, mission, and goals. The board will also enter closed session to discuss real property and pending litigation before returning to open session for possible action.
- Discussion and possible action on delivery method for roof replacement/repairs and issuance of Competitive Sealed Proposals under Texas Government Code 2269
- Budget Workshop #1 for 2023-2024 school year
- Review and possible adoption of updated 2023-2024 Vision, Mission, and Goals
- Closed session: real property purchase/exchange/lease and attorney consultation on Somerset ISD v. American Interiors, Inc. (Cause No. 2019-CI-18249)
- Open session: possible action on real property
Regular Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on May 8, 2023, with action items including approval of Budget Amendment #5, the district's Emergency Operations Plan, and contracts for interior/exterior painting at Somerset High School and Somerset Elementary School. The board will also receive updates on construction projects and finances, and will enter closed session to discuss real property, personnel, and legal matters.
- Approval of Budget Amendment #5 to the 2022-2023 General Operating Budget
- Review and approval of the District's Emergency Operations Plan
- Contract for interior painting of Somerset High School main building and exterior painting of Auto Tech/Collision Bays
- Contract for interior painting of Somerset Elementary School
- Closed session on real property, personnel, and legal issues including E3 Entegral Solutions energy contract
Regular Meeting
The Somerset ISD board will consider multiple action items including safety and security equipment grants, window film installation, door replacements, virtual job training services, graduation venue rental, computer replacements, purchasing policy changes, and budget amendments. The board will also discuss construction updates, a delinquent tax report, and enter closed session for personnel matters.
- Resolution for grant application to Office of the Governor for safety and security equipment
- Proposal to install 3M Scotchshield Safety & Security Window Film Ultra to all campus storefront windows
- Quote to replace 1 door, 8 sets of door hardware, and 3 hanger hinges at Somerset High School Auto Bays
- Agreement with Transfr Inc. for virtual job training services
- Rental with Freeman Coliseum for 2023 Somerset High School Graduation
Regular Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering budget planning, contracts, and policy updates, followed by action items on construction, technology, and safety purchases. The board will also enter closed session to discuss personnel and a superintendent transition, then reconvene to take action.
- Approval of 2023-2024 Budget Planning Calendar
- Purchase of trained narcotics detection K9 with equipment
- Purchase of new Somerset ISD Police vehicle
- Restoration and waterproofing of Somerset Elementary School Gymnasium exterior
- Budget Amendment #3 to 2022-2023 General Operating Budget
Special Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the superintendent position. The board will meet in closed session to interview applicants and consult with legal counsel, then return to open session to consider possible action on the applicants.
- Closed session interviews for superintendent applicants (Tex. Gov't Code 551.074)
- Legal consultation on new superintendent employment (Tex. Gov't Code 551.071, 551.129)
- Open session action on superintendent applicants
Special Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for the superintendent position. The board will meet in closed session to conduct interviews and consult with legal counsel, then reconvene in open session to consider possible action on the applicants.
- Closed session interviews for superintendent applicants (Tex. Gov't Code 551.074)
- Legal consultation on new superintendent employment issues (Tex. Gov't Code 551.071, 551.129)
- Open session action on superintendent applicants
Special Meeting
This is a special meeting of the Somerset ISD Board. The board will enter closed session to review superintendent applicants and consult with legal counsel, then return to open session to consider possible action on the applicants. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Closed session to review superintendent applicants (Tex. Gov't Code 551.074)
- Closed session with legal counsel on superintendent employment (Tex. Gov't Code 551.071, 551.129)
- Open session to consider and take possible action on superintendent applicants
Regular Meeting
The Somerset ISD Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and a JROTC agreement, plus presentations on district construction projects, an intruder detection audit for Somerset High School, and a finance update. The board will also consider a quote to replace a pump at the junior high lift station and may take action on new hires after a closed session.
- Approval of December 12, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of Unique Creations Agreement for 2023 JROTC Military Ball
- Presentation on District Construction Projects status
- Presentation on Intruder Detection Audit Report for Somerset High School
- Possible approval of Waste Water Solutions quote to replace hydromatic pump at Somerset Junior High lift station