Schools & libraries in Texas local government
What Texas city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about schools & libraries — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,310 Texas meetings since 2024 covered schools & libraries. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Texas with the most schools & libraries activity
- Austin Independent School District, TX (85)
- Northwest Independent School District, TX (65)
- Houston Independent School District, TX (58)
- New Braunfels, TX (41)
- Corpus Christi, TX (39)
- Coppell, TX (34)
- McKinney, TX (32)
- North Richland Hills, TX (29)
- Hondo, TX (28)
- Princeton, TX (27)
- Keller, TX (27)
- Weslaco, TX (25)
Latest matching meetings
Library Advisory Board to discuss and approve bylaws, loan policy, and five-year plan
The Library Advisory Board will discuss and vote on three items: the Board Bylaws (item 26-864), policy 2.3 Loans (item 26-862), and the NBPL Five-Year Plan (item 26-863). No other agenda items involve board action; reports from the Library Director, the Foundation, and Friends of the Library will be presented. The…
Board will discuss possible changes to the library's display policy
The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet on July 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to review minutes from the April meeting, receive a library operations report, and consider updates to several library policies. Members will discuss any revisions to the Display Policy, Program Policy and Form, and final plans for a Dia…
Library board to review book orders, get updates on Heritage Square and branch libraries
The Abilene Library Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from April, review pending book order recommendations, and hear a Library Director's report including updates on Abilene Heritage Square and Recreation Center branch libraries. Action is possible on the minutes and book orders.
Commission will appoint new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will approve the minutes from its May 19, 2026 meeting. It will appoint a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the commission. The meeting will also welcome new members and discuss class offerings and scheduling for 2026.
Library Board to consider new Library Card Policy
The Temple Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approval of minutes from May 19, 2026, and review and consider approval of a revised Library Card Policy. The board will also receive an update from the Director on the 2026 Summer Reading program, planning for Library Card Signup Month (September 2026), the…
Library Advisory Board to review FY 2026 budget report
The Library Advisory Board will meet to receive a quarterly update from the Library Director and a budget report for Fiscal Year 2026. The board will also discuss activities regarding the History Center, A.C. Schreiner House, and Friends of the Library.
Board will consider recommending new library policies to the City Manager
The Friendswood Library Board will review and consider a recommendation to the City Manager for new and updated library policies, including the Minor Child Policy and the Meeting and Study Room Policy. The board will also consider public comments, approve the minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting, and receive reports…
Crowley Library Board to hold elections for Chairperson and board seats
The Library Board will conduct elections for Chairperson, Place 2, and Place 4. The board will also discuss assistance for the community garden and grant searches for a cargo trailer.
Garland City Council to review wastewater agreement and police leadership
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a wastewater line project for a new elementary school and the introduction of a proposed interim police chief. Members will also review potential amendments to sign and carport regulations.
Council to discuss potential 2027 bond and funding strategies
The City Council will hold a workshop to receive presentations and discuss the FY 2027-2031 financial forecast, a potential 2027 bond and associated funding strategies, residential solid waste rate requirements, priorities for the FY 2027 Proposed Budget, the City's Land Use Fiscal Analysis, modifications to the…
Balch Springs Library Board to discuss Interlibrary Loan status
The Library Board will meet to review upcoming programs and events. The board is also scheduled to discuss the status of Interlibrary Loans (ILL).
Library Commission to discuss operating hours and West Waco Library updates
The Commission will discuss proposed changes to library hours of operation and their impacts. The Director will also provide updates on a flooring project and a proposal for the Children’s area at the West Waco Library.
Midland High School topping out ceremony scheduled for July 16
The City Council will gather for a topping out ceremony at Midland High School. No official city council action is scheduled to be taken during this event.
Zoning Board considers sign variances for a school and Home Depot location
The Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings regarding two sign variance requests. The board will consider a request for a monument sign near a residential district and a new off-premise sign along the IH 35 frontage road.
Austin ISD Board to hold special meeting for executive session
The Board of Trustees is meeting for a special session where no formal action will be taken. The agenda consists of procedural items and a closed executive session.
Board will discuss adjusting the Library Advisory Board meeting schedule
The Library Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its May 21, 2026 meeting. It will consider whether to change how often the board meets, as related to city ordinance. The board will also hear a report from the library director. No formal actions are scheduled for these discussion items.
Facilities Utilization Task Force will discuss the final library and senior center report.
The Facilities Utilization Task Force will meet on July 15, 2026 at City Hall, Bill Watson Conference Room. The meeting will consider the final report on the assessment, current use, deficiencies, and renovation requirements for the West University Place Library and Community/Senior Center. The agenda includes calling…
CDC discusses FY 2026-2027 draft budget and a fire department facade improvement grant.
The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting to review financial reports and discuss several community funding requests that support local facilities, events, and partnerships. Board members are considering possible actions on a new legal services contract, library collaborations…
Committee discusses plaza enhancements and strategic plans
The Committee will review reports regarding shade and play area options for Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza. Members will also discuss potential replacements for the plaza's Christmas tree and review strategic plans for the public library and the Senior Activity Center.
Set the 2026‑2027 meeting schedule for the Sister Cities Advisory Board
The Board will set the meeting dates for the 2026‑2027 Sister Cities Advisory Board. It will also review the itinerary for Denison’s portion of the 2026 Sister Cities Exchange Program, discuss promotion strategies for the program during the upcoming school year, and consider potential candidates for the Advisory Board.
Ennis Public Library Advisory Board to consider Strategic Plan
The Ennis Public Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve the Library Strategic Plan. The board will also review library statistics and upcoming programs.
Library Board to consider updates to Material Selection Policy
The Watauga Library Board will approve the May 12, 2026 library meeting minutes as a consent agenda item. The board will discuss and potentially adopt recommended updates to the Watauga Public Library Material Selection Policy. The meeting also includes public comment and public testimony periods for citizens to…
County to consider morgue services contract with Hawthorn Funeral Home
The Panola County Commissioners Court will meet on July 14, 2026. The agenda includes routine consent items and several action items, notably approving a contract for morgue services, setting a $10 county clerk records archive fee with a public hearing, and adopting Budget Amendment No. 8. Other items involve…
Court will consider appointing a local rabies control authority and other items
The Madison County Commissioners Court met on July 14, 2026 to review routine reports and consider several action items. Commissioners discussed and voted on an order to appoint a local rabies control authority. Additional items included a proclamation for Prairie View A&M University’s 150th anniversary, a bridge…
Library board approves past minutes and reviews funding, programs, and vendor updates.
The Library Advisory Board will approve the minutes from April 14, 2026, and receive information reports from the library director. The director will present updates on building status, summer reading programs, funding sources, a book vendor change, and the November 2026 annual sale. The agenda covers routine…
Commissioners' Court to discuss contracts, tax deeds, and road maintenance
The Howard County Commissioners' Court will meet to discuss various contracts with West Texas Centers, including Mental Health Deputies and Diversion Services. The court will also consider tax deed sales for three specific parcels and review budget amendments and road maintenance updates.
Parks commission to vote on field lease for Mason Rankin soccer
The Converse Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and take action on a field leasing contract for Mason Rankin with Mission City Soccer for a football field at City Park. The commission will also finalize details for the Back-to-School Event/Backpack Giveaway and consider a second Dive In Movie. Other items…
Whitewright EDC to discuss library project and 2026-2027 budget
The Whitewright Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, discuss a library project, and begin work on the 2026-2027 budget.
Whitewright CDC to discuss library project and 2026-2027 budget
The Board of Directors will meet to approve financial reports and the June 8, 2026, meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to discuss the 2026-2027 budget and details for a library project.
Cultural Art Advisory Board to discuss summer reading and renovations
The Cultural Art Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the Summer Reading Program and building renovations. The board will also address remaining old business.
Parks Board to discuss MOU with ISD on soccer field usage
The Smithville Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and potentially approve a memorandum of understanding with Smithville ISD regarding soccer field usage. Other items include improvements to Keilburg Park, recommendations to the City Council for park and recreation center upgrades, and updates on membership and…
Library Board to discuss expansion plans and membership requirements
The Library Advisory Board will review the Library Director's report and introduce a new City Council liaison. The board will discuss library expansion plans and changes to membership residency requirements.
Council to consider petition banning data centers citywide
The Taylor City Council will discuss a citizen-initiated petition to amend the Land Development Code to prohibit data centers in all zoning districts. It will also review the Charter Review Commission's final report and recommendations for charter amendments that could appear on the November 2026 ballot. Other consent…
Austin ISD Board holds special meeting; no formal action taken
This is a special meeting of the Austin ISD Board of Trustees at which no formal action will be taken. The agenda consists of opening items, an executive session for closed deliberation, and adjournment. The executive session covers topics such as personnel, real property, security, and legal matters. The meeting is…
Commission to consider alley conversion and historic certificate approvals
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Certificate of Appropriateness requests: one for installing seating in Kissing Alley as part of a pedestrian-oriented alley conversion (HPC-26-02), and another for replacing stucco skirting with metal skirting on a West Hopkins Street property…
Council sets budget and goal priorities for city services
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss planning, goals, and budget priorities for the city, covering a wide range of topics including ARPA funding, annexation, aquatics, substance abuse, fees, transportation, infrastructure, solid waste, streets, Gateway Fund, Civic Center, animal services, libraries…
Library Board meeting on July 9 is officially canceled.
This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding a meeting cancellation. The Library Board will not convene on July 9, 2026, at Town Center. No substantive business or public hearings are scheduled.
Kyle Library Board to review Director's Report
The Library Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive a staff report. The Director of Library Services will provide updates on the budget, personnel, and the "Dig into Reading" program.
Library Board to review Director's Report on budget, personnel, programs
The Kyle Library Board will consider approval of June meeting minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive a monthly Director's Report covering the budget, Friends of the Library, personnel, and the 'Dig into Reading' program. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
City Commission reviews FY 2027 budget proposals totaling $5.97 million
The Ennis City Commission will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including an overview of budget development and the calendar for adoption. Commissioners will discuss decision packages and funding requests from multiple funds such as the General Fund, Economic Development Fund, and Water & Sewer Fund. The…