Richardson ISD public meetings in 2024

Called Meeting

The Board will hold a closed meeting for a Level III hearing regarding Manjola Beqiri. The Board will then reconvene in open session to consider and take possible action on the administration's recommendation regarding the appeal.

• Level III Hearing for Manjola Beqiri
• Action on administration's recommendation regarding appeal from Menjola Beqiri

Regular Meeting

The Board will consider several high-value contracts and bids, including a $225,297.20 increase for a districtwide telephony refresh. The meeting also includes action items regarding property insurance and the completion of middle school transformations.

• Approval of $2,102,726.35 districtwide telephony refresh increase of $225,297.20 to Netsync Network Solutions
• Approval of contracts over $100,000 for Apple Inc. (staff iPads), Ricoh (Printshop software), and Texas Air Systems (Professional Development Center boiler)
• Consideration of Property Insurance RFSP # 24-317
• Planning for completion of Middle School Transformations
• Approval of CTE renovations for Lake Highlands HS and Berkner High School Vet and Cosmetology labs

Regular Meeting

The Richardson ISD Board of Trustees will vote on routine items including new and renewed contracts, bond expenditure reports, and gifts. The meeting also includes information-only updates on professional learning, financials, and legislative priorities.

• Approve new contracts including Core Construction ($100k+), Nearpod renewal (TIPS 230105), and CDW-G Microsoft subscription (TIPS 230105)
• Renew Texas Woman’s University clinical affiliation agreements through 2029
• Approve 2016 and 2021 bond expenditure reports
• Accept gifts including speech therapy support and Capturing Kids’ Hearts training
• Consider approval of the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Called Meeting / Work Session

The Richardson ISD board held a called meeting/work session to receive two information-only updates: an Equity, Diversity & Inclusion program update and a Bond 2021 spending update. No votes or decisions were listed on the agenda.

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the district's Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) rating. The body will also consider approvals for renaming five schools, the 2024-2025 Campus Improvement Plans, and a real estate sale at 401 S. Sherman St.

• Approval of renaming five schools
• Contract of sale with Victory Real Estate for 401 S. Sherman St.
• Public hearing on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) Rating
• Contracts over $100,000 including Lake Highlands HS Boiler Replacement and 3 school buses from Longhorn Bus Sales, LLC
• Approval of the tax roll

Called Meeting / Work Session

The Richardson ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider authorizing the publication of a legal notice and the negotiation of a contract to sell district real property.

• Proposed sale of real property located at 600, 610, and 616 S. Sherman St. Richardson, Texas 75081

Regular Meeting

The Richardson ISD board will act on routine approvals including new and renewed contracts totaling over $1.2 million, bond expenditure reports, and policy amendments. The meeting also includes public comment and consent agenda items like minutes approval and budget status.

• Approve $1.2M+ in new/renewed contracts including Apple software licensing ($230K+), Core Construction projects ($300K+), and Frontline Education IEP software ($139K)
• Ratify lease of premises for November 5, 2024 election vote center with Dallas County Elections Department
• Amend board policies on ethics, conflict of interest, nepotism, and class ranking
• Authorize negotiations for day care renovations at Springridge Elementary
• Review 2016 and 2021 bond expenditure reports

Safety & Security Committee Meeting

The September 17, 2024 Safety & Security Committee meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive safety or security items for discussion or decision.

Called Meeting

The Richardson ISD board will hold a called meeting to enter closed session three times under Texas law to hear Level III grievances, then reconvene in open session to consider the administration’s recommendations on each appeal filed by employee Manjola Beqiri. The board may take action on the grievances after the closed hearings.

• Level III hearing on Grievance #1 filed by Manjola Beqiri
• Consider administration’s recommendation on appeal of Grievance #1
• Level III hearing on Grievance #2 filed by Manjola Beqiri
• Consider administration’s recommendation on appeal of Grievance #2
• Level III hearing on Grievance #3 filed by Manjola Beqiri

Work Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to receive updates on special education and summer construction. Members will discuss 2025 legislative priorities and review several local board policies. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the superintendent's evaluation and contract.

• Review of 2025 RISD Legislative Priorities
• Discussion of board policies regarding class ranking, conflict of interest, nepotism, and ethics
• Update on Special Education Services
• Update on Summer Construction Projects
• Closed session regarding superintendent's evaluation instrument and potential contract amendment

Regular Meeting

The Board is meeting to accept the 2024 Certified Appraisal Role and anticipated tax collections. The agenda includes approvals for various vendor contracts, interlocal agreements, and personnel appraisal calendars.

• Acceptance of 2024 Certified Appraisal Role and Anticipated Tax Collection
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Richardson for School Resource Officer Program (August 2024 - August 2026)
• Contracts over $100,000 including Offen Petroleum for bulk fuel and VLK Architects for SRE renovation
• Approval of Teacher and Principal/Administrator Appraisal Calendars
• Consideration of exempt courses for UIL No Pass/No Play

Safety & Security Committee Meeting

The provided document is a meeting notice for the Safety & Security Committee. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the text.