Zapata County Independent School District public meetings in 2023
28 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Hearing
The Zapata County ISD board is holding a public hearing to present and discuss the district's School FIRST financial rating. The agenda includes an overview of the School FIRST system, the district's rating, and an opportunity for public comments. This is a routine financial transparency hearing.
- Public hearing on Zapata County ISD FIRST rating
- Overview of School FIRST (Financial Integrity System of Texas)
- Presentation of district's FIRST rating by Michelle Martinez
- Public comments on the FIRST rating
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board will hold its regular December meeting, covering recognitions, public comments, and financial reports. Action items include approving Policy Update 122, appointing a trustee to the appraisal district board, and approving contracts over $50,000 for an HVAC replacement project and a district-wide fencing project. The board will also enter closed session for legal and personnel matters, then possibly act on posting a Child Nutrition Compliance position.
- Approval of Policy Update 122
- Appointment to Zapata County Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Approval of contracts over $50,000: HVAC Replacement Project Phase II (RFCSP No. 24-0002) and District-Wide Fencing Project (Buyboard Contract No. 657-21)
- Discussion and possible action to post Child Nutrition Compliance position
- Finance update including Child Nutrition Program, General Operating Fund, Debt Service Fund, November 2023 bills, and tax collection report
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD school board will hold its regular meeting on November 16, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The board will consider a budget amendment, approve contracts and purchases over $50,000, discuss auctioning obsolete equipment, and possibly approve final payment for a construction project. The agenda also includes routine items like recognitions, public comments, and a closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Approval of Budget Amendment for General Operating Fund BA23-24-02
- Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $50,000 (OF23-24-03)
- Discussion/Possible Action to Auction Obsolete Equipment, Furniture and Vehicles
- Discussion/Possible Action on Final Payment for Retainage for RFCSP No. 23-0006 (DAEP Center)
- Approval of Superintendent's Evaluation Instrument for 2023-2024
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on October 24, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and financial reports, as well as action items on contracts over $50,000, a budget amendment, and several policy updates. The board will also discuss accepting donations and enter closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Approval of Budget Amendment BA23-24-01 for Child Nutrition, General Operating, and Committed Funds
- Approval of contracts/purchases over $50,000, including a diesel generator set, audio equipment, security systems, and sports surface repair
- Approval to extend agreement with the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces Program (OCDETF)
- Approval to recycle districtwide obsolete computer electronic equipment
- Discussion on amending Board Policy BED(LOCAL) and updating the Board of Trustees Code of Ethics
School Board Workshop
The Zapata County ISD school board is holding a workshop to discuss and receive presentations on first six-week attendance, interim and benchmark assessments, and discipline reports for elementary, middle, and high schools. They will also get updates on facilities projects, including the DAEP, 2019 Bond projects, and ZMS fencing and gymnasium. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- 1st Six Weeks Attendance Reports
- 1st Six Weeks Interim and Benchmark Assessments (elementary, middle, high school)
- 1st Six Weeks Discipline Reports (elementary, middle, high school)
- Facilities update: ZCISD DAEP, 2019 Bond Project, ZMS fencing and gymnasium
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD Board will hold a regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and finance reports, plus action on the district's investment policy, superintendent waiver authority, and a revised board policy. The board will also discuss an instructional continuity plan and enter closed session for personnel matters.
- Resolution on District's Investment Policy and Strategies
- Resolution approving Superintendent authority to apply for waivers
- First and final reading of revised BE (LOCAL) board policy
- Finance update including Child Nutrition Program, General Operating Fund, Debt Service Fund, bills for August 2023, and tax collection report
- Closed session on resignations, retirements, leaves, new employment, and contract renewals
Facilities and Accountability Workshop
The Zapata County ISD Board is holding a facilities and accountability workshop. They will discuss naming the ZCISD 18+ Center at 702 E. 17th St., review the status of the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP), and hear an update on instructional continuity and academic accountability. Public comments are allowed per board policy.
- Discussion on naming the ZCISD 18+ Center at 702 E. 17th St.
- Status update on the ZCISD Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP)
- Instructional continuity and academic accountability updates
- Public comments per Board Policy BED (Local)
Public Hearing
The Zapata County ISD board will hold a public hearing to discuss the 2023 tax rate, followed by a period for public comments. The meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2023, at 11:30 AM. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing regarding the 2023 tax rate
- Public comments on the 2023 tax rate
Special Called Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board is holding a special called meeting to consider renewing a memorandum of understanding with Avance, Inc., naming the ZCISD 18+ Center, and adopting the 2023 tax rate by resolution. The board will also discuss personnel matters in closed session and may take action on them afterward.
- Renewal of MOU with Avance, Inc.
- Naming of ZCISD 18+ Center at 702 E. 17th Street, Zapata, TX
- Adoption of 2023 tax rate by resolution
- Closed session on personnel: resignations, retirements, leaves, new employment, contract renewals
Public Hearing
The Zapata County ISD board is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2023-2024 budget. The agenda includes roll call, public comments, and a hearing on the budget, followed by adjournment. No specific budget figures or decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Public hearing on 2023-2024 budget
- Public comments on the budget
- Roll call and quorum acknowledgement
- Adjournment
Special Called Board Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board is holding a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve the 2023-2024 District Improvement Plan, the 2023-2024 budget, and a resolution to defease certain outstanding obligations. The board will also discuss updates to the compensation plan and the opening of a clerk position at Zapata High School. A closed session is scheduled for legal, personnel, and safety/security matters, followed by possible action on personnel items.
- Approval of 2023-2024 District Improvement Plan
- Resolution for defeasance of certain outstanding obligations
- Approval of 2023-2024 Budget
- Update to 2023-2024 Compensation Plan
- Approval of opening a Clerk Position at Zapata High School
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board will hold a regular meeting with multiple action items, including approving a budget amendment, contracts over $50,000, and a resolution on armed security officers per campus. They will also discuss the 2023-2024 proposed budget and tax rate, and consider rescinding a prior MOU with Zapata County regarding Operation Lone Star. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and reports on finances and curriculum.
- Budget Amendment BA22-23-07 for Child Nutrition and General Operating Funds
- Approval of contracts/purchases over $50,000 (OF23-24-01)
- Final payment for retainage on Zapata High School Track and Practice Field and Hawk Pride Demolition Project
- Resolution on armed security officers per campus (TEC Sec. 37.0814)
- Discussion of 23-24 proposed budget and tax rate
Special Called Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board is holding a special called meeting to discuss and take action on several financial and personnel items. Key actions include approving contracts over $50,000, the 2023-2024 budget and tax rate, compensation and stipend plans, and a memorandum of understanding with the county regarding Operation Lone Star. The board will also discuss personnel matters in closed session, including the superintendent's contract.
- Approval of contracts/purchases over $50,000 (RFP No. 23-0007 cafeteria kitchen equipment, RFP No. 23-0010 diesel generator, TIPS/Buyboard/CTPA/Omnia contracts)
- Report on local property values and funding lag
- Approval of Certification of Taxable Property
- Set public meeting date/time/place for 2023-2024 budget and 2023 tax rate
- Approval of 2023-2024 compensation, benefits, and stipend plans; Adidas agreement 2023-2026; MOU with Zapata County on Operation Lone Star
Regular School Board Meeting
The Zapata County ISD school board will hold a regular meeting with action items including a partnership agreement with Communities in Schools of Laredo, the 2023-2024 Student Code of Conduct, a general operating budget amendment, and a quarterly investment report. The board will also discuss and potentially act on personnel matters, including the superintendent's evaluation and contract modification, and the hiring of a principal and assistant principal, in closed and open sessions.
- 2023-2024 Partnership Support Agreement with Communities in Schools of Laredo, Inc.
- 2023-2024 Student Code of Conduct
- General Operating Budget Amendment BA22-23-06
- Quarterly Investment Report
- Closed session on superintendent evaluation, contract modification, and principal/assistant principal positions
Special Called Board Meeting
The Zapata County ISD Board is holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially act on personnel matters, including the superintendent's formative evaluation and a possible modification to the superintendent's employment contract. The board will first meet in closed session to discuss these items, then reconvene in open session to take any necessary action. Public comments will be accepted at the start of the meeting.
- Closed session discussion of resignations, retirements, leaves of absence, new employment, new personnel positions, return from leave, and contract renewals for teachers and administrators
- Conduct 2022-2023 formative evaluation of Superintendent of Schools
- Discussion and consultation with legal counsel regarding modification of Superintendent's employment contract
- Action on 2022-2023 formative evaluation of Superintendent
- Action regarding modification of Superintendent's employment contract
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board will hold a regular meeting with reports on the PILLAR partnership, instructional continuity, and finances. Action items include approving instructional materials, updating the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf agreement, accepting donations, and approving contracts over $50,000 for HVAC replacement, audit services, and painting projects. The board will also consider policy updates and personnel actions in closed session.
- Approval of contracts over $50,000: HVAC replacement (RFCSP No. 23-0003R1), annual audit services (RFQ No. 23-0001), painting projects
- Approval of Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification 2023-2024
- Update to Regional Day School Program for the Deaf Agreement
- Acceptance of donations
- Closed session on personnel: Director of Elementary Education and Arturo L. Benavides Elementary Associate Principal
Public Hearing
The Zapata County ISD board is holding a public hearing to discuss applying for several federal grants for the 2023-24 school year and beyond. These include the ESSA Consolidated Federal Grant, Special Education Consolidated Federal Grant, Perkins V, School Safety Standards Formula Grant, and ARP ESSER III. Public comments will be accepted before adjournment.
- Public hearing on 2023-24 ESSA Consolidated Federal Grant
- Public hearing on 2023-24 Special Education Consolidated Federal Grant
- Public hearing on 2023-24 Perkins V: Strengthening Career and Technical Education
- Public hearing on 2022-25 School Safety Standards Formula Grant
- Public hearing on 2020-23 ARP ESSER III Federal Grant
Budget Workshop
The Zapata County Independent School District board is holding its first budget workshop for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda includes roll call, the budget workshop, and adjournment. No specific budget figures or decisions are listed in the agenda.
- 2023-2024 Budget Workshop No. 1
Special Called Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board is holding a special called meeting to consider approving contracts, purchases, and bids over $50,000, a memorandum of understanding with Zapata County, and additional full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for the 2023-2024 school year. The board will also enter closed session to discuss personnel matters such as resignations, retirements, leaves, new employment, and contract renewals, with possible action afterward.
- Approval of contracts/purchases/bids/qualifications over $50,000 (item OF22-23-07)
- Approval of MOU between Zapata County ISD and Zapata County
- Approval of additional FTE positions for 2023-2024 school year
- Closed session on personnel items (resignations, retirements, leaves, new employment, contract renewals)
- Public comments per Board Policy BED (Local)
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board will vote on the district's 5-year strategic plan, approve a budget amendment, award a contract for the Discipline Alternative Education Program Center, and consider other financial and personnel actions. They will also hear reports on finances and tax collections, and discuss personnel matters in closed session.
- Approval of District's Vision, Goals, and Specific Results for 5-year Strategic Plan
- Approval of Child Nutrition and General Operating Budget Amendment BA22-23-05
- Approval to Award RFCSP 23-0006 Discipline Alternative Education Program Center
- Approval of Board Resolution Extending Depository Contract for Funds of ZCISD
- Approval to Auction/Purge District Vehicles, Obsolete Equipment, and Band Uniforms
School Board Workshop
This is a school board workshop with roll call, public comment, a legal update on Title IX and student rights, and a strategic plan update. No votes or decisions are listed; it is primarily informational.
- Legal update on Title IX, student rights, and related topics by J. Cruz and Associates
- Strategic plan update by Engage2Learn
- Public comment period
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board will hold its regular meeting on April 25, 2023. Action items include proclaiming April as Autism Awareness Month, approving the March 28 meeting minutes, the quarterly investment report, awarding RFP 23-0005 for cafeteria kitchen equipment, and a Region One cooperative agreement. The board will also discuss and possibly approve adjusted pay rates for permanent substitutes and summer pay, and an update to DCE Local Policy. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters including resignations, retirements, leaves, new employment, and contract renewals for 2023-2024.
- Approval to award RFP 23-0005 for cafeteria kitchen equipment and installation turn-key projects
- Approval of Region One School System Cooperative Interlocal Cooperation Agreement
- Discussion/possible action on adjustment rate for permanent substitutes for instructional assistant positions
- Discussion/possible action on summer pay rates
- Closed session on personnel matters and 2023-2024 contracts
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board will hold its regular meeting on March 28, 2023, with several action items including approval of a general operating budget amendment, contracts/purchases over $50,000, and awarding a bid for serving line equipment at two elementary schools. The board will also consider updates to board operating guidelines and a local policy, and will enter closed session to discuss personnel matters such as resignations, retirements, and contract renewals.
- Approval of General Operating Budget Amendment BA22-23-04
- Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $50,000 (OF22-23-06)
- Award RFP 23-0004 for serving line equipment and installation at Zapata South Elementary and Fidel & Andrea R. Villarreal Elementary
- Approval of School Board Operating Guidelines
- Closed session for personnel items (resignations, retirements, leaves, new employment, contract renewals)
Public Hearing
The Zapata County Independent School District board is holding a public hearing to discuss the 2021-2022 Texas Academic Performance Report, as required by state law. The meeting includes roll call, public comments, and a presentation of the report by Ana Mariela Martinez, followed by public comments on the report and adjournment.
- Public hearing on 2021-2022 Texas Academic Performance Report
- Public comments per Board Policy BED (Local)
- Roll call and quorum acknowledgement
- Adjournment
Regular Meeting
The provided document is a system snapshot page and does not contain the actual minutes or records of decisions made during the February 28, 2023, meeting.
Special Called Meeting
This is a special called meeting of the Zapata County ISD board. The agenda includes roll call, public comments, a training session (Team of Eight Training), and adjournment. No decisions or action items are listed.
- Team of Eight Training pursuant to 19 TAC 61.1(b)(4)
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County ISD Board will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving the 2021-2022 audit report, contracts over $50,000, a budget amendment, and awarding a RFP for a discipline alternative education program. They will also discuss and possibly update local policies and hear reports on finances and tax collections. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.
- Approval of 2021-2022 Audit Report
- Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $50,000 (OF22-23-04)
- Approval to Award RFP 23-0002R Discipline Alternative Education Program Center
- Approval of General Operating and Child Nutrition Fund Budget Amendment BA22-23-02
- Discussion and possible action on updates to local policies FL, DGA, and Policy Update 120
Special Called Meeting
The Zapata County ISD board is holding a special called meeting to consider approving contracts and purchases over $50,000 and to award a request for proposal for a Discipline Alternative Education Program Center. The board will also discuss personnel matters in closed session and may take action on them afterward.
- Approval of contracts/purchases over $50,000 (item OF22-23-04)
- Award of RFP 23-0002 for Discipline Alternative Education Program Center
- Closed session on resignations, retirements, leaves, new employment, and contract renewals
- Possible action on personnel items from closed session