May 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Description:  Mr. Victor Reyna (Single-Member District 3) ran unopposed and was elected to a three-year term; Mr. Russ Garner (Single-Member District 4) ran unopposed and was elected to a three-year term. 

Mr. Victor Reyna and Mr. Russ Garner will take the Oath of Office at the May 28, 2026, meeting. Prior to taking the Oath of Office, each of the winning candidates will have signed and filed their respective Statement of Officer with the District. 

Description:  The Board will reorganize by election of the following officers: President, Vice-President, and Secretary. The Superintendent will conduct the meeting for the election of the President. Once the President is elected, he/she will conduct the election of the remainder of the officers.

Description:  This annual report provides a comprehensive overview of the Education Foundation’s progress over the past year, highlighting key accomplishments, addressing challenges, and setting the course for the year ahead. It outlines strategic objectives such as expanding giving campaigns and cultivating new partnerships within the community. The accompanying presentation will celebrate these milestones and reaffirm the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to advancing student success through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.

Description:  Senate Bill 546, passed during the 89th Texas Legislature, strengthens standards for school buses transporting students in Texas. The bill amends Texas Transportation Code §547.701, with the addition of subsection (f), requiring that all school buses operated by or contracted for use by a school district be equipped with three-point seat belts for every passenger, including the driver.

The board is responsible for determining whether the district’s budget can support purchasing buses equipped with three-point seat belts, as required by Texas Transportation Code §547.701(e)(1). Reporting is required within the Bus Reporting Module of Sentinel by May 29, 2026.

A resolution, determining the financial feasibility of SB546 of the 89th Legislation, will be considered for action in the consent agenda items.

Description:  A public meeting is required under Education Code 44.004 to discuss the 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rates. The Board will be asked to set the official date, time, and place to hold the public meeting for the proposed budget and tax rates.  The Board is also asked to take a record vote for the maximum tax rates that can be approved at the September 17, 2026, meeting. A copy of the notice that will be published at least ten days prior to the public hearing will be included for your review at the Board meeting.

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the public meeting to discuss the proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rates be held on June 25, 2026, at 4:00 pm at the Support Services building. The Superintendent also recommends the maximum tax rates that can be considered for the 2026-27 fiscal year be $0.7248 for Maintenance and Operations and $0.35 for Interest and Sinking for a total tax rate of $1.0748 per $100 of property value. The Board will be asked to approve the 2026-27 budgets at the June 25, 2026, meeting. The proposed 2026-27 tax rates will be presented for consideration at the September 17, 2026, Board meeting. 

Description:  On May 16, 2024, the Board granted approval of the RFP soliciting a new Food Service Management Company. In accordance with the requirements set forth by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), the contract must be renewed each year. The renewal documents received TDA’s approval on March 11, 2026. This renewal will constitute an annual contract extension, set to take effect on July 1, 2026, as mandated by TDA. 

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees approve the renewal contract for RFP 24-08 for the Child Nutrition Program Food Service Management Company as presented. 

Description:  On March 26, 2026, the Board approved the CHS Football Field Turf Replacement by Field Turf USD, Inc.  The original cost was discounted by $30,000 due to the fact that the competition field could be replaced at the same time of the practice field.  Due to construction projects at CHS, the two fields will not be replaced at the same time, and thus the discount has been reduced from $30,000 to $10,000, resulting in an increase of $20,000 over the previously approved cost.

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees the price adjustment for the Canyon High School competition football field as presented.

Description:  Library Materials Purchase Approval 
Background: Senate Bill 13 now requires all library materials that are new to the district, or are currently only in the collection of an older grade level campus, to be posted for 30-day public review and comment, and be approved by the Board before purchase.

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees approves the purchase of library materials as presented. 

Description:  Instructional Materials Purchase Approval 
Background: Comal ISD adopted instructional materials for 6-8 Math and Algebra I in 2025 with a one-year subscription. Comal ISD adopted instructional materials for K-5 social studies courses during Proclamation 2015. The materials are aligned to the current Texas Essential Knowledge and Skill (TEKS) and district curriculum. The purchases will be funded through the Instructional Materials Technology Allotment (IMTA) and SBOE Entitlement funds.  

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees approve the list of instructional materials as presented. 

Description:  Replacement of End-of-Life Computers 
Background: The Technology Department is scheduled to replace end-of-life desktop computers this summer for front office personnel and select non-CTE labs. This replacement cycle is part of the district’s ongoing technology refresh strategy and is intended to bring aging desktop equipment into alignment with current standards for reliability, security, and performance. 

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees approve the purchase of computer equipment and associated services from Apple Inc. for an amount not to exceed $104,885.00, and Intech Southwest Services for an amount not to exceed $451,179.00, plus a 10% contingency, for a total purchasing authorization of $611,670.40.

Description:  Senate Bill 546, passed during the 89th Texas Legislature, strengthens standards for school buses transporting students in Texas. The bill amends Texas Transportation Code §547.701, with the addition of subsection (f), requiring that all school buses operated by or contracted for use by a school district be equipped with three-point seat belts for every passenger, including the driver. The board is responsible for determining whether the district’s budget can support purchasing buses equipped with three-point seat belts, as required by Texas Transportation Code §547.701(e)(1). 

Reporting is required within the Bus Reporting Module of Sentinel by May 29, 2026. A resolution, determining the financial feasibility of SB546 of the 89th Legislation, is being presented for possible approval.

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees discuss and take action on the Resolution Determining the Financial Feasibility of Senate Bill 546 of the 89th Legislative Session as presented.

Description:  Strategic Priority 6 Facilities Growth & Planning 
Background: As part of the construction of Major Middle School, New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) is requiring an additional 0.061 acre water easement and an additional .008 acre utility easement to provide water & utility services and access to maintain these utilities.

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees approve the water and utility easements as presented.

Description:  The USDA provides a formula for school districts to go by each year prior to setting breakfast and lunch prices. As meal reimbursement rates increase, so does the requirement for a paid meal. Comal ISD has not increased meal prices for several years and to meet USDA requirements and allow the Child Nutrition Program to remain self-sufficient, prices are required to be adjusted. 

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees approve an increase of $0.10 for the paid eligibility breakfast and lunch meals for 2026-2027 as presented.

Description:  Strategic Priority 4: Employee Recruitment / Retention  
Background: Administration has reviewed the district’s pay structure as it aligns to pay offered in surrounding districts. In addition, administration has analyzed estimates for potential raises and the potential fiscal impact of such raises or adjustments in pay or stipends. Considerations to changes in employee compensation are the result of available budget, TASB Salary Survey data, and discussions with district administrators. A comprehensive compensation plan for the 2026-2027 school year will be presented.  

Recommendation: It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Trustees approve of the compensation, employment, and stipend schedules, as presented, for qualifying employees.