Thursday, August 29, 2024 6:00 PM - Special Called Meeting/Public Hearing
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I. Call to Order
Discussion:
6:02PM
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I.1. Announcement by the Presiding Officer of Board whether a quorum is present and that the meeting had been duly called, and that notice of the meeting had been posted in the and manner required by law.
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II. Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flags of the United States of America and the State of Texas.
Discussion:
Adam Soto did Invocation. Sylvia De La Garza led pledge.
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III. Public Hearing
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III.1. Discussion and public input on Budget and Tax Rate
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IV. Citizen Comments
Discussion:
No Citzens comments.
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V. Business Item
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V.1. Consideration and approval to adopt 2024-2025 Tax Rate and Interest & Sinking.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
No comments.
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V.2. Consideration and Approval of the 2024-2025 Budget
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Deficit amount $4,591,663.00. 75% covers payroll and 25% covers other cost of the school. If welding shop is not approved the deficit will be 2 million, if welding shop approved it will be the 4.5. Staff freeze is also happening at this time. Iindividual statement was made: "The state of Texas is holding our kids hostage with the money that is suppose to be giving the state. The board still approved gave 2% raise with this.They believe until the state of Texas can help we continue in budget situation. Over 80% schools in the state of Texas are in the same position due to state of Texas. Board applauded PISD for doing what they can, making the deficit as low as possible. Board members are thankful for the staff doing what they do and doing the mandate of what the state requires. Board is also grateful we still have staff to be with the students.
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V.3. Consideration and approval of Final Budget Amendment for 2023-2024.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
No comments.
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V.4. Consideration of Approval to increase adult paid breakfast and lunch meal prices for the school year 2024-2025.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
no comments.
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V.5. Consideration and possible approval of the contract for legal services with the law firm of O-Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo for representation in litigation in the case of Pecos-Barstow-Toyah et al. v. Mike Morath, in his official capacity as Commissioner of Education.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Legal action over Commissioner Mike Morath. You have 80% of the district budget and now a commissioner who wants to change the state test without the legislation's approval. Using AI to give grading and changing the CCMAR criteria without giving teachers the adequate resources to teach the students.
Amber Bass "The state of accountability has not gotten better or worse. It is a driving force the reason as to why students and teachers are leaving the public system. We need a better system. We know our teachers are teaching every day. I feel like it would be a great idea to use our HEB award-winning money to help with this." Adam Soto "Board said we want use this for our district to help the kids." |
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V.6. Approval to transport students to National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
No comments.
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V.7. Consideration and approval to donate $5,000 to Plainview Education Foundation.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Board gave appreciation to PEF.
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V.8. Consideration to approve contracts over $50,000.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
No comments.
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V.9. Consideration to award contract for the construction of the Welding Facility-PHS.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Discussed in closed session.
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VI. Business Items:- Consensus Agenda
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VII. Upcoming Meetings
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VII.1. September 19, 2024; 6:00 PM Board Room
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VIII. CLOSED SESSION - Trustees will meet in closed session as permitted by the Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et.seq.
A. Deliberation on the appointment, employment, compensation, evaluation, assignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of employees pursuant to Texas Government code 551.074. B. Deliberation and Consultation with attorney regarding potential or contemplated litigation or matters involving attorney client privilege pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071.
Discussion:
Closed session began at 6:37PM. Back from closed session at 7:44PM. No action taken.
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IX. OPEN SESSION
Discussion:
Adjourned at 7:47PM.
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