Texas City Independent School District public meetings in 2021
22 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting (Closed Session)
The Board of Trustees scheduled a public hearing to discuss proposed redistricting maps. This was a special closed session meeting held on December 16, 2021.
- Public hearing on proposed redistricting maps
Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss the development and implementation of the District Emergency Operations Plan. Members will also review safety audit requirements and consult with local law enforcement regarding campus presence.
- Review of District Emergency Operations Plan status
- Consultation with local law enforcement on increasing presence near campuses
- Discussion of bleeding control stations
- Preview of campus safety drill reports and Senate Bill 168
- Designation of personnel for FEMA Incident Command Systems training
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including approving a 5-year dual-credit MOU with College of the Mainland, a budget amendment for fund balance roll forward, a 10-year surface lease renewal with Houston Pipeline Company, and proposed redistricting maps. The board will also review health insurance alternatives, a security camera update, and a consent agenda with multiple purchases and contracts. A closed session is scheduled for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.
- Approve MOU with COM for dual credit for next 5 years
- Budget amendment to recognize campus/department fund balance roll forward
- 10-year surface lease renewal for land leased by Houston Pipeline Company
- Proposed redistricting maps
- Consent agenda: two SUVs for transportation, technology cabling for Giles Middle School, security infrastructure for Giles Middle School
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider several action items, including proposed redistricting maps based on the 2020 Census, approval of the 2021-2022 District Improvement Plan, and renewal of the District of Innovation Plan. The board will also review a large set of proposed local policy changes from TASB and hear updates on dual language implementation and long-range facilities planning. The agenda includes numerous consent agenda items such as financial reports, budget amendments, and various purchases and contracts.
- Consider proposed redistricting single member district maps based on 2020 Census
- Review and approve 2021-2022 District Improvement Plan
- Review proposed local policy changes from TASB (first reading)
- Consider approval of budget amendments and monthly financial reports
- Consider approval of purchases including technology devices for Calvin Vincent Early Childhood students
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with action items including a possible vote on mask requirements for students, staff, and visitors, and acceptance of 2020 Census data for redistricting. The board will also consider nominating five Galveston Appraisal District directors and approving campus improvement plans. A closed session is scheduled to discuss legal advice on a potential sale of 7.3934 acres of surplus property on Magnolia Drive in La Marque, as well as personnel matters.
- Consider action on mask requirements for students, staff, and visitors
- Consideration and acceptance of 2020 Census data and redistricting timeline and criteria
- Nominate five Galveston Appraisal District directors via written resolution and ballot
- Approve amendment of agreements between Galveston County Sheriff's Office and Texas City ISD
- Closed session to discuss potential sale of 7.3934 acres on Magnolia Drive, La Marque
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will consider adopting the 2021-2022 maintenance and operations tax rate of $1.0134 and the interest and sinking tax rate of $0.3379, along with other action items. The board will also discuss renaming La Marque Middle School and review the district's financial rating. Several consent agenda items include contracts, purchases, and agreements.
- Adopt 2021-2022 M&O tax rate of $1.0134
- Adopt 2021-2022 I&S tax rate of $0.3379
- Consider renaming La Marque Middle School
- Review 2020-2021 FIRST rating indicators
- Approve sale of 7.3934 acres on Magnolia Drive, La Marque
Special Meeting (Closed Session)
The Board of Trustees will meet in a closed session to discuss several confidential items. Discussions include legal advice regarding land purchase agreements, personnel hiring and contracts, and real property values.
- Review of purchase and sale agreement for the purchase of land
- Consideration of hiring, renewals, and terminations of professional and nonprofessional personnel
- Discussion of district governance policies and administrator review issues
- Consultation with board attorney regarding pending or contemplated litigation
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider various administrative actions including budget amendments, personnel designations, and contract ratifications. The meeting also includes discussions on state accountability data and payroll procedures regarding employee overpayments.
- Ratification of Kagan Publishing/Professional Development expenses of $50,000 or more
- Approval of Special Education Contracted Services of $50,000 or more for 2021-2022
- Purchase of security camera server for SES, HAY, and GES elementary campuses
- Approval of various RFPs including motor vehicle supplies, fencing, and electrical supplies
- Review of the 2021 Certified Appraisal Roll and anticipated collection rate
Committee Meeting
The Texas City ISD Safety and Security Committee will meet to discuss restructuring the Security and Safety Division, including new staff introductions and a new mission statement. They will also review the Emergency Operations Plan and its annexes, campus safety drill reports, and committee training requirements. The meeting is informational and planning-focused, with no votes or contracts listed.
- Introduction of Emergency Management Coordinator and Specialty
- Review of Emergency Operations Plan annexes (Basic Plan, Continuity of Operations, Infectious Disease, Reunification, Railroad, Active Shooter, Hazard Analysis)
- Campus Safety Drill Report and Senate Bill 168
- Safety and Security Committee training (ICS-362a, ICS-100, ICS-360, NIMS)
- Public comment period
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with public input on the ESSER III (ARP) plan, consider endorsing a trustee for TASB, and vote on consent agenda items including financial reports, budget amendments, and various agreements. The board will also review policy changes, survey results, and facilities updates, and may take action on personnel and contracts in closed session.
- Public input on ESSER III (ARP) Plan
- Approval of electrical change order
- Approval of La Marque Pool / Weight Room Conversion
- Approval of interlocal agreement with Galveston County for 2021-2024
- Approval of naming considerations at Simms and Guajardo Elementary
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with action items including administering the oath of office to board members, organizing officers for the 2021-2022 school year, and approving minutes from four prior meetings. The consent agenda includes a Foreign Trade Zone Exemption and Tax Equivalency Payment Agreement with Valero Refining-Texas, LP, monthly financial reports, budget amendments, and several solicitations and purchases. Information items cover the Valero agreement, TASB pay systems recommendations and the 2021-2022 compensation plan, budget update, facilities and construction update, proposed naming of school facilities at Simms and Guajardo Elementary, policy revisions, and COVID-19 task force recommendations. The board will also enter a closed meeting for legal, personnel, real property, and other permitted purposes.
- Foreign Trade Zone Exemption and Tax Equivalency Payment Agreement with Valero Refining-Texas, LP
- TASB Pay Systems Recommendations, Stipend Study and 2021-2022 Compensation Plan
- RFP 31-06 Groceries and Related Items
- RFP 31-08 Custodial Equipment, Supplies, and Services
- Fencing at Guajardo Elementary, Hayley Elementary, and Simms Elementary
Special Meeting (Closed Session)
The Board of Trustees will hold a special closed meeting to consider legal advice regarding land purchase and sale agreements. The session also includes discussions on personnel hiring, contract renewals, and terminations.
- Review of purchase and sale agreement for the purchase of land
- Consideration of hiring professional and non-professional personnel
- Consideration of contract renewals, non-renewals, and terminations
- Review of Director of Special Programs recommendation for professional personnel
Special Meeting (Closed Session)
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees is meeting in a special session that will begin with a public forum, then move into a closed executive session. The board will discuss legal advice, potential sale of surplus property, personnel matters, and the superintendent's evaluation. After the closed session, the board may take action on items discussed, including professional personnel recommendations and contract renewals.
- Potential sale of 1.2685 acres of surplus property on Carver Avenue, Texas City
- Potential sale of 7.3934 acres of surplus property on Magnolia Drive, Texas City
- Consideration of professional personnel recommendations and related actions
- Consideration of renewal, non-renewals, and terminations of contracts for professional personnel
- Consideration of superintendent evaluation and related actions
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board will vote on a resolution declaring the results of the general trustee election for District Six and At Large. The agenda includes a review of preliminary property values for revenue estimates and a budget overview. The board will also approve several contracts, including repairs for Winter Storm Uri damage and the relocation of three elementary schools to new facilities.
- Resolution canvassing returns and declaring results of General Trustee Election for District Six and At Large
- Review of purchase and sale agreement for the purchase of land
- Approval of mechanical system repairs at Simms, Hayley, and Guajardo Elementary resulting from Winter Storm Uri
- Approval of moving company to relocate Hayley, Simms, and Guajardo Elementary Schools to new facilities
- Board approval of Chief Technology Officer, Elementary Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and Principal of Hayley Elementary School
Committee Meeting
The Texas City ISD Finance Committee is meeting to consider a recommendation for the Depository RFP Award. This is a routine finance committee meeting with a single substantive agenda item, likely involving the selection of a bank or financial institution for district deposits.
- Consider recommendation for Depository RFP Award
Special Meeting (No Closed Session)
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting with a single action item: considering approval of Capital Recovery (Impact) Fees. The meeting includes a public forum and standard procedural items. No other substantive business is listed.
- Consider approval of Capital Recovery (Impact) Fees
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with public forum, recognitions, and action items. Key discussions include a 10-year long-range facility plan, district-wide roofing projects, new band uniforms, and several purchases requiring board approval. The board will also consider consent agenda items such as budget amendments, a certificate of deposit account at Frost Bank, and various purchases, followed by a closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Review proposal for 10-year Long Range Facility Plan
- Review purchase for district-wide roofing projects
- Review proposal for new TCHS band uniforms
- Consider approval of budget amendments under policy CE(Local)
- Consider approval of purchase for propane bus
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on March 9, 2021, to consider several action items, including authorizing the issuance of Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2021, and approving polling locations for the May 1, 2021 trustee election. The board will also review information on energy consulting, nutrition services, facilities, and staffing guidelines for 2021-2022. The consent agenda includes approvals for budget amendments, contracts, purchases related to Winter Storm Uri repairs, and a missed school day waiver for February 15-19, 2021. A closed session is scheduled for legal, personnel, and real estate matters.
- Authorize issuance of Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2021
- Approve polling locations and notice for May 1, 2021 trustee election
- Approve purchases for HVAC repairs/replacement due to Winter Storm Uri
- Approve missed school day waiver for February 15-19, 2021
- Approve staffing guidelines for 2021-2022
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the 2020 Texas Academic Performance Report and consider approval of the general contractor for La Marque Middle School construction. The board will also review the budget, facilities report, and various policy updates, and act on consent agenda items including contracts, purchases, and budget amendments.
- Consider approval of general contractor for La Marque Middle School construction, including delegation to negotiate final terms
- Public hearing on 2020 Texas Academic Performance Report
- Review proposals from general contractors for La Marque Middle School
- Consider approval of purchases including football uniforms, plumbing repairs, ballistic material, and storage server upgrade
- Consider approval of contracts for property, automobile, and liability insurance renewals, and internet service provider
Committee Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board Facilities Committee is meeting to review progress on elementary campus projects and discuss several facilities-related items. The committee will consider services for plumbing work at La Marque High School, the purchase of additional ballistic material, and construction rankings for La Marque Middle School. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are presented for review and discussion.
- Progress update on elementary campuses (Guajardo, Hayley, Simms)
- Review of Generocity services for La Marque High School plumbing
- Review of purchase of additional ballistic material
- Review of construction ranking for La Marque Middle School
Regular Meeting
The Texas City ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering the 2021-2022 instructional calendar, a new CTE graduation requirement, textbook committee, and multiple contracts and financial reports. The board will also enter closed session to discuss legal, personnel, and real estate matters, with possible action afterward.
- Approval of 2021-2022 instructional calendar
- Designate Business Information Management (BIM) as local graduation requirement for 2021 cohort
- Continue contract with Proximity Learning
- Approval of November financial reports and budget amendments
- Order of election for TCISD
Committee Meeting
The committee will review the percentage of completion for elementary campuses and discuss potential move-in dates. The meeting includes discussions regarding furniture pricing and contracts related to elementary school completions.
- Review percentage completion of elementary campuses
- Discuss completion dates for 3 elementary campuses
- Review furniture price
- Review contracts for elementary schools completion
- Review bid process and timeline for La Marque Middle School