June 13, 2023 at 5:30 PM - Regular Board Meeting

CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed in this part of the LISD Board Meeting Agenda have been presented and discussed at previous Board Meetings, Board Committee Meetings, or are considered to be routine items or matters.

1. Approval and ratification of:

• Unaudited Financial Statements
• Donations Report
• Tax Collection Report
• Monthly Disbursements

2.  Approval of Minutes:

• Special Called Meeting ~ April 6, 2023
• Regular Board Meeting ~ April 12, 2023
• Special Called Meeting ~ May 9, 2023
• Regular Board Meeting ~ May 11, 2023
• Special Called Meeting ~ May 29, 2023

3.  Discussion and possible action on the following budget amendments.

• 3A. BA #2223-59 Discussion and possible action to approve the General Operating Fund (199) budget amendment in the amount of $103,052 as a result of transfers between functional expenditure categories.
• 3B. BA #2223-61 Discussion and possible action to approve:            the Capital Projects Fund (616) increase by $77,760;                    the 2018 EDA Bond Series Fund (692) increase by $394,068;          the 2022 EDA Bond Series Fund (693) increase by $226,928; to adjust interest revenues and expenditures based on fiscal year end projections. 
• 3C. BA #2223-62 Discussion and possible action to approve the 2018 EDA Bond Series Fund (692) budget amendment in the amount of $70,000 to allocate interest earnings for the purchase of technology equipment and services for the Dr. Leonides G. Cigarroa High School and the relocation of fiber optic cable for the Jesus A. Kawas Elementary construction projects.    

4.  Discussion and possible action to approve the recommendation or selection for the following bids, proposals, or qualifications. Purchases shall be made from appropriations in the adopted/amended budget.

• 4A. Renewal of RFP 22-014: Professional Development and Instructional Consulting Services.  Estimated expenditures of $127,000.
• 4B. Renewal of RFP 22-009: Reading Language Arts (RLA) Alignment for Elementary Through Secondary.  Estimated expenditures of $150,000.
• 4C. Renewal of RFP 17-021: Bank Depository Services.  Estimated expenditures of $118,438.
• 4D. Renewal of RFP 18-003: Dark Fiber Services.  Estimated expenditures of $82,656.
• 4E. TIPS 220101: Security Window Film, Supplies and Installation Services.  Estimated expenditures of $172,000.
• 4F. RFP 23-008: Self-Funded Health Plan Administration.  Estimated expenditures of $26,353,220.
• 4G. Allied States Cooperative 17-7247, Buyboard 661-22: Human Resources, Financial Management and Special Education Software.  Estimated expenditures of $550,000.
• 4H. RFCSP 2023-002: Fixed Assets Champion Center - Expansion of Restrooms & Training Room Improvements.  Estimated expenditures of $616,333.
• 4I. BuyBoard 654-21: Communicator Equipment, Monitoring Services, Inspections and Services. Estimated expenditures $175,000.
• 4J. Procurement Method of Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFCSP) for Raymond & Tirza Martin High School JROTC Facility. 

5. Discussion and possible action on the proposed amendment to the Laredo ISD District of Innovation Plan. 

6.  Discussion and possible action on the Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative between Region I Education Service Center and Laredo ISD effective September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024, at an estimated cost of $124,794.

7.  Discussion and possible action on the Annual Technology and Instructional Materials Allotment (TIMA) and TEKS Certifications for the school year 2023-2024. 

8.  Discussion and possible action on the following Career and Technical Education innovative courses: 

• Occupational Safety and Environmental Technology I
• Topographical Drafting 

9.  Discussion and possible action on the Partnership Support Agreement between Laredo Independent School District and Communities in Schools effective September 1, 2023 through August 31, 2024, at an estimated cost of $430,000.

10.  Discussion and possible action on the Cooperative Working Agreement between Laredo Independent School District and Serving Children and Adults in Need, effective September 1, 2023 through August 31, 2024. 

11.  Discussion and possible action on the Optional Flexible School Day Program  (OFSDP) application for the 2023-2024 school year.

REGULAR AGENDA

15. Discussion and presentation on Laredo ISD's Instructional Continuity Plan.

16.  Discussion and possible action to approve a Plan of Finance - Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2023.

17.  Discussion and possible action to approve an order authorizing the issuance of the Laredo Independent School District Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2023; entering into an escrow agreement, a bond purchase agreement, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; delegating to certain district administrative staff and officials the authority to approve all final terms of the bonds; and, other matters related thereto.

19.  Discussion and possible action to approve the recommendation to hire the following Professional Positions.  Possible Closed Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074.

• Elementary School Assistant Principal
• Middle School Assistant Principals
• High School Assistant Principal
• High School Assistant Principal - CCMR/CTE Programs Dean
• High School Head Band Director

20.  Communication and Updates

21.  Adjournment