Tejano Center public meetings in 2024
9 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Meeting
The Board of Directors will review spending authority for school equipment and the approval of a 2022 tax form. The body may also enter executive session to discuss land acquisition and personnel matters.
- Proposed $77,043 purchase of a van for Brownsville-Raul Yzaguirre Schools for Success
- Proposed $149,215 contract with Longhorn Bus Sales, LLC for a new school bus
- Proposed $116,420.34 purchase from ELB US Inc. for cafeteria furniture
- Approval of 2022 Form 990 for non-school operations
- Possible lease agreement and purchase contract for 7805 Kimble Street
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee is meeting to approve financial statements, vendor payments, and several grant awards. The body will also consider budget amendments for school repairs and student transportation, as well as a property lease.
- Approval of a lease agreement for 7805 Kimble Street for office and classroom use
- Budget amendment of $282,196 for insurance proceeds and repairs to P-STEM elementary school
- Ratification of grants: $75,000 from UnidosUS, $24,999 from American Heart Association, and $15,000 from Texas Capital Bank Foundation
- Approval of a $100 per semester stipend for non-exempt employees on the Culture and Engagement Committee
- Request for Proposals (RFP) #24-06JA for the 2024-2025 Child and Adult Care Food Program at risk dinner program
Board Meeting
The Board is discussing organizational rebranding and expansions in Pasadena and BRYSS. The body is deciding on several grant ratifications, budget amendments for school repairs, and a new wellness policy for Raul Yzaguirre Schools for Success.
- Proposed transition of name from 'Tejano Center for Community Concerns' to 'Tejano Center'
- Budget amendment of $282,196 for insurance proceeds and repairs to P-STEM elementary school
- Grant funding of $75,000 from UnidosUS for the Comprando Rico y Sano program
- Grant funding of $24,999 from American Heart Association for hypertension screening
- Grant of $15,000 from Texas Capital Bank Foundation for home repair
Board Meeting
The Board of Directors for Tejano Center for Community Concerns is meeting to discuss financing and construction for the Brownsville RYSS expansion. The body is also reviewing financial statements, academic calendars, and various procurement contracts for school equipment and services.
- Proposed $16,000,000 EFF loan for Brownsville project construction and costs
- Contract with Noble Texas Builders for Brownsville tenant improvements not to exceed $3,502,430
- Purchase of a new school bus from Longhorn Bus Sales, LLC for $148,730
- Furniture contracts for Pasadena expansion ($285,000) and BRYSS ($134,915)
- Payment of $50.00 per hour for summer school teachers from June 6 to July 3, 2024
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee is discussing the expansion of Raul Yzaguirre Schools for Success (RYSS) in Brownsville and Pasadena. The meeting includes reviews of financial statements, grant-funded stipends, and several procurement contracts for equipment and construction.
- Proposed $16 million EFF loan for Brownsville project construction and costs
- Contract with Noble Texas Builders for Brownsville tenant improvements not to exceed $3,502,430
- Budget amendment of $2 million to increase BRYSS expansion revenues and appropriations
- Contracts for laptops from CDW totaling $177,702 for general and Pasadena students
- Contract with Longhorn Bus Sales, LLC for a new school bus for $148,730
Board Meeting Nueva Vida
The Tejano Center Board of Directors is meeting to consider approving the 2023 financial audit and Form 990 report for the Nueva Vida Elderly Apartments. The agenda also includes public comment, an executive session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters, and adjournment.
- Approval of 2023 financial audit of Nueva Vida Elderly Apartments
- Approval of 2023 Form 990 report for Nueva Vida Elderly Apartments
- Public comment sign-in with Samuel Palacios, 713-641-1164
- Executive session under Texas Government Code §§ 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082
Board Meeting
The Tejano Center for Community Concerns/Raul Yzaguirre Schools for Success board will consider a wide range of action items, including land purchases for expansion, construction contracts, budget amendments, and grant acceptances. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the 2022-2023 Texas Academic Performance Report and updates on expansion financing options.
- Approval of $756,400 budget amendment for student meals and $459,500 transfer for food service program
- Award of construction manager at risk for Brownsville renovation to Noble Texas Builders
- Earnest money contracts for land at 2999 N Coria St, Brownsville ($330,000) and 7805 Kimber St ($1,600,000)
- Accept $210,000 from Comic Relief for La Tiendita expansion and $136,164 from Reliant Energy for solar installation at Sunrise Lofts
- Approval of $71,000 audit engagement with Whitley Penn
Board Meeting
The Board of Directors is reviewing several action items including a $30 million budget amendment for school expansions. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding school ratings and the approval of various service contracts.
- Budget amendment of $30,000,000 for BRYSS and Pasadena expansions
- Public hearing for Raul Yzaguirre Schools for Success 2022-2023 rating
- Contract with Nadler Modular Inc. for $1,400,770 for a pre-fab building
- Extension of interlocal agreement with Harris County Dept of Education for $168,000
- Award of $10,000 for the Housing Program's Fannie Mae energy tool pilot
The Board approved a $30 million budget amendment for the BRYSS and Pasadena expansions, including a $1.4M contract for a pre-fab building. Other actions included approving financial reports, a $10,000 housing program grant, and adjusting the school calendar for inclement weather.
- Approved $30,000,000 budget amendment #10 for BRYSS and Pasadena expansions
- Approved $1,400,770 contract with Nadler Modular Inc. for pre-fab building
- Approved $648,713 estimated fees for GMS Architects for BRYSS improvements
- Approved $10,000 award for Fannie Mae Energy Savings Tool Pilot Program
- Approved $168,000 extension of interlocal agreement with Harris County Dept of Education
- Approved commercial lease of $500/month for 7803 E. Little York Road
- Approved district calendar amendment designating June 3, 2024, as a makeup day
- Approved annual audit report by Whitley Penn LLC for year ended August 31, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
The Tejano Center Finance Committee is meeting to review the annual audit report, unaudited financials, and several major contracts and financing resolutions related to school expansions. Items include a $30 million budget amendment for BRYSS and Pasadena expansions, a $1.4 million modular building purchase, and resolutions to finance the projects through tax credits and loans. The committee will also consider routine items like vendor payments and a PepsiCo grant for meals.
- Budget Amendment #10: $30,000,000 for BRYSS ($14M) and Pasadena ($16M) expansions
- Contract with Nadler Modular Inc. for pre-fab building: $1,400,770
- GMS Architects for BRYSS improvements: estimated fees $648,713
- Resolution to participate in New Market Tax Credit program and obtain $11M loan from Raza Development Fund
- Extension of interlocal agreement with Harris County Dept of Education: $168,000
The Finance Committee reviewed several funding proposals and contracts for the BRYSS and Pasadena expansion projects, including a $30 million budget amendment. The meeting also covered annual audit reports, housing grants, and business office support services. No final vote tallies were recorded in the provided minutes.
- Proposed $30 million budget amendment for BRYSS and Pasadena expansions
- Proposed $1.4 million contract with Nadler Modular Inc. for pre-fab building
- Proposed $648,713 in fees for GMS Architects for BRYSS improvements
- Proposed $168,000 extension of interlocal agreement with Harris County Dept of Education
- Proposed $500/month commercial lease for 7803 E. Little York Road
- Proposed $11 million loan from Raza Development Fund Inc. for Pasadena project
- Proposed $174,800 from PepsiCo Foundation Inc. for after-school meals
- Proposed $10,000 award for Fannie Mae Energy Savings Tool Pilot Program