Zapata County Independent School District public meetings in 2024
14 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County Independent School District Board will review financial updates and approve several high-value contracts. The board is also considering a Memorandum of Agreement with Laredo College Adult Education & Literacy.
- Approval of contracts over $50,000 for TIPS Technology Solutions and Buyboard First Aid/Medical supplies
- Possible approval of a Memorandum of Agreement with Laredo College Adult Education & Literacy
- Approval to issue a high school diploma to veteran Mauro Montes
- Review of the Delinquent Tax Collection Report for September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024
- Closed session consultation regarding pay structures for district police officers
Board Workshop
The Zapata County Independent School District Board of Trustees held a workshop on December 4, 2024, featuring administrative reports and procedural items. No votes, contracts, or policy changes were listed on the agenda.
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County Independent School District Board will review student assessment data and financial updates. The board may take action on the district's improvement plan and the appointment of a director to the Zapata County Appraisal District Board.
- Possible action to approve 2024-2025 District Improvement Plan and Campus Performance Objectives
- Possible action on the appointment of a Board Director to the Zapata County Appraisal District Board
- Finance updates for Child Nutrition Program, General Operating Fund, and Debt Service Fund
- Review of October 2024 bills, claims, and accounts
- Presentation on District Summative/Benchmark Assessment Data
Special Called Meeting
The Zapata County Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to finalize the results of the November 5, 2024, general election. The board will certify the election of five members and swear in the newly elected trustees.
- Canvassing returns and declaring results for District 1, 3, 4, 5 and Place 7 (at-large)
- Issuance of Certificates of Election
- Administration of Oath of Office for newly elected trustees
- Election of Board Officers
Public Hearing
The board will review the Financial Integrity System of Texas (FIRST) overview and the district's specific FIRST rating. A public hearing is scheduled to allow for comments regarding the rating.
- Public hearing and comments for Zapata County ISD FIRST rating
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County Independent School District Board will discuss the 2024-2025 District Improvement Plan and Performance Objectives. The body will also review bilingual-ESL program evaluations and summative assessment data.
- Approval of contracts over $50,000 for TIPS Technology Solutions and Buyboard School Buses
- Discussion and possible action on a Law Enforcement Weapons Buyback Option
- Approval to extend the agreement with The Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces Program (OCDETF)
- Resolution in support of legislative action to increase school funding
- Finance updates for Child Nutrition, General Operating, and Debt Service funds
Regular Meeting
The Board will discuss and potentially approve a TEA application for the Optional Flexible School Day Program at the Zapata Hawk Recovery Center. The meeting also includes approvals for the 2024-2025 Committed Fund Budget and various district contracts.
- Possible approval of TEA Application for Optional Flexible School Day Program for Zapata Hawk Recovery Center
- Approval of 2024-2025 Committed Fund Budget
- Approval of contracts/purchases over $50,000 (OF24-25-01)
- Approval of final payment for HVAC Replacement Project for ZMS and ZHS (RFCSP No. 23-0003R1)
- Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Avance, Inc.
Board Workshop
The Zapata County Independent School District board will hold a workshop meeting on September 9, 2024, to receive administrative reports including a construction project update, a committed funds report, and a TASB Update 123 presentation. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
Special Called Meeting
The Zapata County Independent School District board will hold a special called meeting to act on two official items: adoption of the 2024 tax rate by resolution and approval of budget amendment BA24-25-01 for the General Operating Fund. The board will also hear public comments and adjourn to a closed session to consult legal counsel and discuss personnel matters.
- Adoption of 2024 Tax Rate by Resolution
- Approval of Budget Amendment BA24-25-01 General Operating Fund
Public Hearing
The Board is conducting a public hearing to discuss the 2024-2025 budget. The meeting includes a dedicated period for public comments regarding the budget proposal.
- Public hearing regarding the 2024-2025 Budget
Regular Meeting
The Zapata County Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on August 13, 2024, to discuss and potentially approve key financial items including the 2024-2025 budget, a budget amendment, student fees for the school year, and a resolution for debt defeasance. The board will also consider a proclamation for Attendance Awareness Month and classify fund balances.
- Approval of 2024-2025 Budget
- Approval of Student Fees, Fines and Charges for the 24-25 School Year
- Approval of Budget Amendment BA22-23-08
- Consideration and Approval of a Resolution for defeasance of certain outstanding obligations
- Approval of Classification of Fund Balance for the 2024-2025 School Year
Regular Meeting
The Board is deciding on the 2024-2025 student code of conduct, staff compensation tables, and election services for November. They will also discuss the date and location for a public meeting regarding the 2024-2025 budget and tax rate.
- Order calling an election on November 5, 2024, for Board of Trustees Districts 1, 3, 4, 5, and Place 7
- Approval of 2024-25 school year compensation tables
- Approval of 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct
- Interlocal Agreement with Zapata County for assessment and collection of ad valorem taxes
- Lease Agreement between Zapata County and the District for the ZCTAEC
Special Called Meeting
The Board will vote on a budget amendment, a payment to the Texas Education Agency, and instructional materials for the 2024-2025 year. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss teacher and administrator employment and contract renewals.
- Approval of Budget Amendment BA23-24-06
- Approval of payment to Texas Education Agency
- Approval of Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification 2024-2025
- Approval of Low Attendance Day Waiver for the 23-24 School Year
- Approval of Contract to Auction
Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will conduct Budget Workshop No. 5 to discuss the 2024-2025 budget. The meeting also includes presentations on student attendance, discipline, and the student code of conduct.
- Budget Workshop No. 5 regarding the 2024-2025 Budget
- 23-24 End of Year Attendance Report
- 23-24 End of Year Discipline Report
- Discussion and presentation of the Student Code of Conduct
- Discussion and update to Policy EIC (Local)