June 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM - Board Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND OPENING PRAYER:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
Description:
The subjects to be discussed or considered or upon which any formal action may be taken are listed below. Items do not have to be addressed in the same order as shown on this meeting notice.
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2. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
Description:
All persons who address the Board at this time must sign up before the meeting begins.
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3. OPENING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent may have brief comments to the Board in the form of updates on recent or future activities, events, or areas of focus.
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4. CONSENT AGENDA:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
Description:
Unless removed from the consent agenda, items identified within the section agenda will be acted on together.
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4.a. Confirm upcoming Board meeting date(s):
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Next Meeting Date:
Monday, July 21, 2025 Board Workshop (TASB Facility Study), 6:00 pm Regular Meeting, 7:00 pm Future Meeting Dates: Monday, August 18, 2025 Monday, September 22, 2025 Monday, October 20, 2025 Thursday, November 20, 2025 Thursday, December 18, 2025 Thursday, January 22, 2026 Thursday, February 19, 2026 Monday, March 23, 2026 Monday, April 20, 2026 Monday, May 18, 2026 Monday, June 15, 2026 Monday, July 20, 2026 |
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4.b. Minutes of previous meeting(s):
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
Description:
The minutes of the May 20, 2025, meeting are submitted for review and approval under the Consent Agenda, as presented, unless any corrections are noted.
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4.c. Assistant Superintendent Report:
Speaker(s):
Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The Assistant Superintendent/CFO will provide an update on all relevant financial records including, (a) Board Report, (b) Cafeteria Report, (c) Check Report, (d) Investment Report, (e) Tax Report, and other information as needed.
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4.d. Operations Report:
Speaker(s):
Omar Villegas, Director of Operations, or Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The Operations Director will provide an update on maintenance, custodial, and transportation-related initiatives and key occurrences.
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5. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
Description:
These agenda items may include a presentation and discussion of an item to provide the Board with important information. No action will be taken on these items.
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5.a. Human Resources Report: (new hires, employee support, and employee exits)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent will share information with the Board related to NEW HIRES (onboarding), EMPLOYEE SUPPORT (data on employees on level 2 or 3 support), and EMPLOYEE EXITS (resignations, retirements, or terminations). This item may be discussed during the executive session if an employee's performance evaluation or discipline is relevant.
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5.b. Lubbock Regional Day School Program for the Deaf Shared Services Arrangement Agreement:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will present the Shared Services Arrangement (SSA) Agreement for the Lubbock Regional Day School Program for the Deaf. This agreement outlines the terms, responsibilities, and collaborative efforts between participating districts to ensure access to specialized educational services for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. The Board will review the proposed agreement and discuss the continued participation of Lorenzo ISD in the SSA for the 2025-2026 school year. No action will be taken at this time.
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5.c. Discussion concerning txEDCON2025 Conference Participation:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will share information regarding txEDCON2025, the annual TASA/TASB Convention scheduled for September 11-14, 2025, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. This conference represents the largest gathering of public education leaders in the nation and offers valuable professional learning, networking, and leadership development opportunities for school board members, superintendents, and school leaders. The Board will discuss potential participation and travel planning prior to the opening of registration on July 22, 2025.
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6. ACTION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
Description:
These agenda items may include a presentation and discussion of an item with a request for approval. The Board may take action to approve or reject these items.
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6.a. Consideration and Possible Approval of the 2025-2026 Budget:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration recommends Board approval of the proposed 2025-2026 budget as presented. The recommended budget reflects the district’s strategic priorities and aligns with projected revenues and expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year. Adoption of the budget is required to ensure compliance with state law and to authorize the expenditure of funds in accordance with the district’s financial plan for the 2025-2026 school year.
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6.b. Discussion and Consideration for Approval of Deed for Trust Property (Parcel #12666)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration recommends Board approval of the attached deed and corresponding property card for Trust Property Parcel #12666, located in Lorenzo, Crosby County. The property was offered for sale through the tax resale process, and a bid in the amount of $10,001 was submitted by Michelle Pineda. Funds have been received and are currently being held pending Board approval. Approval of this item will authorize execution of the deed and transfer of ownership in accordance with statutory requirements.
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7. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
If, during the course of the meeting covered by this Notice, the Board of Trustees should determine that a closed meeting or session of the Board of Trustees is required, then such closed executive meeting or session as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq., will be held by the School Board at the date, hour, and place given in this Notice or as soon after the commencement of the meeting covered by this Notice as the School Board may conveniently meet in such closed or executive meeting or session concerning any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including, but not limited to the following sections and purposes: Texas Government Code Section: (a). 12.01 551.071 Private consultation with Board's attorney. (b). 12.02 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange lease, or value of real property. (c). 12.03 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations. (d). 12.04 551. 074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel. (e). 12.05 551.076 Considering the deployment, specific occasions for, or implementation of, security personnel or devices. (f). 12.06 551.082 Considering discipline of a public school child, or complaint or charge against personnel. (g). 12.07 551.083 Considering the standards, guidelines, terms, or conditions the Board will follow, or will instruct its representatives to follow, in consultation with representatives of employee groups. (h). 12.08 551.084 Excluding witnesses from a hearing. Should any final action, final decision, or final vote be required in the opinion of the School Board with regard to any matter considered in such closed or executive meeting or session, then the final action, final decision, or final vote shall be either: (a) in the open meeting covered by the Notice upon the reconvening of the public meeting; or (b) at a subsequent public meeting of the School Board upon notice thereof, as the School Board shall determine.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
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7.a. Consider Revision of Superintendent's Contract
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
Description:
The Board will consider authorizing the Board President to enter into discussions and, if necessary, revise or negotiate the Superintendent’s employment contract on behalf of the Board. This action allows for timely review and adjustment of the Superintendent’s contract in accordance with Board direction and district needs.
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8. CLOSING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent may have brief comments to the Board of Trustees prior to closing the meeting.
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9. ADJOURNMENT:
Speaker(s):
Larry Birdwell, Board President
Description:
If no further discussion or action remains, the meeting will be dismissed by a majority vote of the Board of Trustees.
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10. PUBLIC POSTING:
This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act by Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent, Lorenzo ISD, at 3:00 pm on Monday, June 23, 2025. |