Meeting Agenda
I. Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the President
I.A. Members Present/ Members Absent
I.B. Guests
II. Invocation
III. Public Forum
IV. Staff and Student Recognitions
V. Aug 2026 Budget Workshop

NOTICE OF BUDGET DISCUSSION AND TAXPAYER IMPACT STATEMENT
As required by Texas Government Code Section 551.043(c), notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2026-2027.
Access to Proposed Budget:
The most current proposed budget may be reviewed online on the main page of the District's website at www.gordonisd.net
Taxpayer Impact Statement:
The following table illustrates the property tax bill in dollars for a median-valued homestead property located within the school district's jurisdiction, comparing the current fiscal year to an estimate for the upcoming fiscal year if the proposed budget is adopted. 
Fiscal Year (Tax Year) Median-Valued Homestead Tax Rate per $100 of Value  Estimated Property Tax Bill 
FY 2025-2026 (TY 2025) 

Palo Pinto County-$175,800
Erath County-$245,191

$0.9919

Palo Pinto County-$1743.76
Erath County-$2,432.05
FY 2026-2027 (TY 2026)

Palo Pinto County-$191,660
Erath County-$359,455

$1.0303

 Palo Pinto County-$1974.67
Erath County-$3,703.46

Note: The figures provided in this impact statement are preliminary estimates based on the proposed budget and current appraisal projections. The Board of Trustees retains the authority to amend the proposed budget and tax rate prior to final adoption. 
VI. Public hearing to discuss/adopt 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate adoption.
VII. Administrative and Department Reports:
  • Technology
  • Athletics
  • Principal
  • Superintendent
    • Financial Report
    • Administrative Report
    • Maintenance Report
    • Transportation Report
    • Construction Report
VIII. Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code:
  • Safety and Security 
    • Review of the 2023-2026 Safety and Security Audit
    • Review Good Cause Exception
IX. Reconvene to Open Session
X. Recommended Action
X.A. Routine Business
X.A.1. Approval of the minutes for the July 22, 2026 meeting.
X.B. New Business
X.B.1. Discuss/Take Action on Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Adoption.
X.B.2. Discuss/Take Action on 2026-27 Tax Rate Adoption.
X.B.3. Discuss/Take Action on 2025-2026 Final Budget Amendments.
X.B.4. Discuss/Take Action on Public Funds Policy annual Resolution.
X.B.5. Discuss/Take Action on request from the Conway Fund.
X.B.6. Discuss/Take Action on donations for athletics, cheer and cafeteria. 
X.B.7. Discuss/Take Action on the 2023-2026 Safety and Security Audit as presented
X.B.8. Discuss/Take Action on Local Policy updates.
  • EFB
  • FD
  • FM
  • FNCE
X.B.9. Discuss/Take Action on approval of Board Resolution for Good Cause Exception
X.B.10. Discuss/Take Action on possible action to Endorse a Candidate for the TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Board of Directors
XI. Future Business
XI.A. Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).
XII. Adjourn
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: August 26, 2026 at 6:15 PM - Regular Meeting
Subject:
I. Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the President
Subject:
I.A. Members Present/ Members Absent
Subject:
I.B. Guests
Subject:
II. Invocation
Subject:
III. Public Forum
Description:
Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. 
Thanks
Subject:
IV. Staff and Student Recognitions
Subject:
V. Aug 2026 Budget Workshop

NOTICE OF BUDGET DISCUSSION AND TAXPAYER IMPACT STATEMENT
As required by Texas Government Code Section 551.043(c), notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2026-2027.
Access to Proposed Budget:
The most current proposed budget may be reviewed online on the main page of the District's website at www.gordonisd.net
Taxpayer Impact Statement:
The following table illustrates the property tax bill in dollars for a median-valued homestead property located within the school district's jurisdiction, comparing the current fiscal year to an estimate for the upcoming fiscal year if the proposed budget is adopted. 
Fiscal Year (Tax Year) Median-Valued Homestead Tax Rate per $100 of Value  Estimated Property Tax Bill 
FY 2025-2026 (TY 2025) 

Palo Pinto County-$175,800
Erath County-$245,191

$0.9919

Palo Pinto County-$1743.76
Erath County-$2,432.05
FY 2026-2027 (TY 2026)

Palo Pinto County-$191,660
Erath County-$359,455

$1.0303

 Palo Pinto County-$1974.67
Erath County-$3,703.46

Note: The figures provided in this impact statement are preliminary estimates based on the proposed budget and current appraisal projections. The Board of Trustees retains the authority to amend the proposed budget and tax rate prior to final adoption. 
Subject:
VI. Public hearing to discuss/adopt 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate adoption.
Subject:
VII. Administrative and Department Reports:
  • Technology
  • Athletics
  • Principal
  • Superintendent
    • Financial Report
    • Administrative Report
    • Maintenance Report
    • Transportation Report
    • Construction Report
Subject:
VIII. Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code:
  • Safety and Security 
    • Review of the 2023-2026 Safety and Security Audit
    • Review Good Cause Exception
Subject:
IX. Reconvene to Open Session
Subject:
X. Recommended Action
Subject:
X.A. Routine Business
Subject:
X.A.1. Approval of the minutes for the July 22, 2026 meeting.
Subject:
X.B. New Business
Subject:
X.B.1. Discuss/Take Action on Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Adoption.
Subject:
X.B.2. Discuss/Take Action on 2026-27 Tax Rate Adoption.
Subject:
X.B.3. Discuss/Take Action on 2025-2026 Final Budget Amendments.
Subject:
X.B.4. Discuss/Take Action on Public Funds Policy annual Resolution.
Subject:
X.B.5. Discuss/Take Action on request from the Conway Fund.
Subject:
X.B.6. Discuss/Take Action on donations for athletics, cheer and cafeteria. 
Subject:
X.B.7. Discuss/Take Action on the 2023-2026 Safety and Security Audit as presented
Subject:
X.B.8. Discuss/Take Action on Local Policy updates.
  • EFB
  • FD
  • FM
  • FNCE
Subject:
X.B.9. Discuss/Take Action on approval of Board Resolution for Good Cause Exception
Subject:
X.B.10. Discuss/Take Action on possible action to Endorse a Candidate for the TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Board of Directors
Subject:
XI. Future Business
Subject:
XI.A. Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).
Subject:
XII. Adjourn

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