Meeting Agenda
1. Call to order and establishment of a quorum
2. Opening of meeting
3. Recognitions/awards
4. Introductions
5. Board members' reports
6. Board committees' reports
7. Superintendent's report
8. Public Comment (Note: Public Participation will be after the specific agenda item is addressed by the Board of Trustees.)
9. CONSENT AGENDA
9.A. Consider approval of minutes from April 15, 2025 Regular Monthly Board Meeting
9.B. Consider approval of minutes from May 5, 2025 Special Board Meeting
9.C. Consider approval of minutes from May 13, 2025 Special Board Meeting
9.D. Consider approval of monthly schedule of disbursements (April 2025)
9.E. Consider approval of budget amendment requests
9.F. Consider approval of blanket purchasing agreement (BPA) with HON Company, LLC
9.G. Consider approval of RFP #16-2025KW events and related Items
9.H. Consider approval of RFP #31-2025TB-01 catering, banquet services and food trucks
9.I. Consider approval of instructional materials and technology allotment and certification of provision of instructional materials
9.J. Consider approval of RFQ #11-2025TB quality schools partnerships 
9.K. Consider approval of RFP #12-2025TB artificial intelligence-based detection systems
9.L. Consider approval of RFP #14-2025TB professional development 
9.M. Consider approval of resolution proclaiming Juneteenth
9.N. Consider approval of schematic design for Middle School #8
9.O. Consider approval of amendment to contract with Direct Energy
9.P. Consider approval of CSP#05-2025 for construction of High School #8
9.Q. Consider approval of amendment to existing contract with Si Enviro
10. ACTION ITEMS
10.A. Consider approval of date for public meeting to discuss budget and proposed tax rate; discussion of proposed tax rate that will be published in notice for public meeting; and discussion of designation of officer/employee responsible for calculating no-new-revenue tax rate and voter-approval tax rate 
10.B. Consider approval of design development for Junior High School #8
10.C. Discussion and approval of establishing a legacy scholarship from H-E-B Excellence in Education Award Funds
11. CLOSED SESSION
11.A. Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.082, the Open Meetings Act, for the following purposes: (Time___________________)
11.A.1. Section 551.074 - For the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear complaints or charges against a public officer or employee.
11.A.1.a. Approval of personnel recommendations for employment of professional personnel
11.A.1.b. Employment of professional personnel
11.A.1.c. Employee resignations and retirements
11.A.2. Section 551.072 - For the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
11.A.2.a. Land
11.A.3. Section 551.071 - To meet with the District's attorney to discuss matters in which the duty of the attorney to the District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, including the grievance/complaint hearing.
11.A.3.a. Any item listed on the agenda
11.A.3.b. Discuss pending, threatened, or potential litigation, including school finance litigation
12. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
13. ACTION ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
14. SWEAR IN ELECTED SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS
14.A. Issuance of election certificate to newly elected Trustees
14.B. Completion of statement of elected officer
14.C. Administer oath of office to newly elected Trustees
15. CLOSED SESSION
15.A. Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.082, the Open Meetings Act, for the following purposes: (Time___________________)
15.A.1. Section 551.074 - For the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear complaints or charges against a public officer or employee.
15.A.1.a. Approval of personnel recommendations for employment of professional personnel
15.A.1.b. Employment of professional personnel
15.A.1.c. Employee resignations and retirements
15.A.2. Section 551.072 - For the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
15.A.2.a. Land
15.A.3. Section 551.071 - To meet with the District's attorney to discuss matters in which the duty of the attorney to the District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, including the grievance/complaint hearing.
15.A.3.a. Any item listed on the agenda
15.A.3.b. Discuss pending, threatened, or potential litigation, including school finance litigation
15.A.4. Discussion of Board Officers to serve from May 2025 to May 2026
16. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
17. ACTION ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
17.A. Election of Board Officers
17.B. Consider authorization to use facsimile plates
18. INFORMATION ITEMS
18.A. Student lunch price increase for 2025-2026 school year
18.B. 2025 Bond 
18.C. Facility rentals 
19. FUTURE ACTION ITEMS
19.A. Discussion of design development for Middle School #8
19.B. Discussion of 2025-2026 Lamar CISD compensation plan, budgets, and documents relating to 2025 tax year assessment and levy of property taxes
19.C. Discussion of Student Code of Conduct / K-8 Telecommunications Revisions
20. FUTURE CONSENT AGENDA
20.A. Discussion of ratification of donations to the District
20.B. Discussion of monthly schedule of disbursements (May 2025) 
20.C. Discussion of budget amendment requests 
20.D. Discussion of extension of bank depository contract 
20.E. Discussion of RFP #09-2025TB CTE certifications
20.F. Discussion of RFP #17-2025TB CTE supplies, services, equipment and related items
20.G. Discussion of action approving agreement with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP 
20.H. Discussion of Memorandum of Understanding for JJAEP 
20.I. Discussion of resolution of regarding an advance funding agreement with TXDOT
20.J. Discussion of agreements easements and documents related to utility access and other infrastructure needs for Elementary School #38, New Administration Building, Peek and Beechnut site, and Elementary School #37
20.K. Discussion of prevailing wage rate
20.L. Discussion of amendment for GMP #4 to Secondary Complex #8 site development
21. CLOSED SESSION
21.A. Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.082, the Open Meetings Act, for the following purposes: (Time___________________)
21.A.1. Section 551.074 - For the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear complaints or charges against a public officer or employee.
21.A.1.a. Approval of personnel recommendations for employment of professional personnel
21.A.1.b. Employment of professional personnel
21.A.1.c. Employee resignations and retirements
21.A.2. Section 551.072 - For the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
21.A.2.a. Land
21.A.3. Section 551.071 - To meet with the District's attorney to discuss matters in which the duty of the attorney to the District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, including the grievance/complaint hearing.
21.A.3.a. Any item listed on the agenda
21.A.3.b. Discuss pending, threatened, or potential litigation, including school finance litigation
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: May 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Subject:
1. Call to order and establishment of a quorum
Presenter:
Board President
Subject:
2. Opening of meeting
Presenter:
Board President
Subject:
3. Recognitions/awards
Presenter:
Sonya Cole-Hamilton
Subject:
4. Introductions
Presenter:
Alphonso Bates
Subject:
5. Board members' reports
Presenter:
Board of Trustees
Subject:
6. Board committees' reports
Presenter:
Board of Trustees
Subject:
7. Superintendent's report
Presenter:
Roosevelt Nivens
Subject:
8. Public Comment (Note: Public Participation will be after the specific agenda item is addressed by the Board of Trustees.)
Subject:
9. CONSENT AGENDA
Subject:
9.A. Consider approval of minutes from April 15, 2025 Regular Monthly Board Meeting
Presenter:
Board Secretary
Attachments:
Subject:
9.B. Consider approval of minutes from May 5, 2025 Special Board Meeting
Presenter:
Board Secretary
Attachments:
Subject:
9.C. Consider approval of minutes from May 13, 2025 Special Board Meeting
Presenter:
Board Secretary
Attachments:
Subject:
9.D. Consider approval of monthly schedule of disbursements (April 2025)
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.E. Consider approval of budget amendment requests
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.F. Consider approval of blanket purchasing agreement (BPA) with HON Company, LLC
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.G. Consider approval of RFP #16-2025KW events and related Items
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.H. Consider approval of RFP #31-2025TB-01 catering, banquet services and food trucks
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.I. Consider approval of instructional materials and technology allotment and certification of provision of instructional materials
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.J. Consider approval of RFQ #11-2025TB quality schools partnerships 
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.K. Consider approval of RFP #12-2025TB artificial intelligence-based detection systems
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.L. Consider approval of RFP #14-2025TB professional development 
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
9.M. Consider approval of resolution proclaiming Juneteenth
Presenter:
Sonya Cole-Hamilton
Attachments:
Subject:
9.N. Consider approval of schematic design for Middle School #8
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
9.O. Consider approval of amendment to contract with Direct Energy
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
9.P. Consider approval of CSP#05-2025 for construction of High School #8
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
9.Q. Consider approval of amendment to existing contract with Si Enviro
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
10. ACTION ITEMS
Subject:
10.A. Consider approval of date for public meeting to discuss budget and proposed tax rate; discussion of proposed tax rate that will be published in notice for public meeting; and discussion of designation of officer/employee responsible for calculating no-new-revenue tax rate and voter-approval tax rate 
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
10.B. Consider approval of design development for Junior High School #8
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
10.C. Discussion and approval of establishing a legacy scholarship from H-E-B Excellence in Education Award Funds
Presenter:
Board of Trustees
Attachments:
Subject:
11. CLOSED SESSION
Subject:
11.A. Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.082, the Open Meetings Act, for the following purposes: (Time___________________)
Subject:
11.A.1. Section 551.074 - For the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear complaints or charges against a public officer or employee.
Subject:
11.A.1.a. Approval of personnel recommendations for employment of professional personnel
Presenter:
Alphonso Bates
Subject:
11.A.1.b. Employment of professional personnel
Presenter:
Alphonso Bates
Subject:
11.A.1.c. Employee resignations and retirements
Presenter:
Alphonso Bates
Subject:
11.A.2. Section 551.072 - For the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
Subject:
11.A.2.a. Land
Subject:
11.A.3. Section 551.071 - To meet with the District's attorney to discuss matters in which the duty of the attorney to the District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, including the grievance/complaint hearing.
Subject:
11.A.3.a. Any item listed on the agenda
Subject:
11.A.3.b. Discuss pending, threatened, or potential litigation, including school finance litigation
Subject:
12. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
Subject:
13. ACTION ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Subject:
14. SWEAR IN ELECTED SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS
Subject:
14.A. Issuance of election certificate to newly elected Trustees
Presenter:
Board of Trustees
Attachments:
Subject:
14.B. Completion of statement of elected officer
Presenter:
Board of Trustees
Attachments:
Subject:
14.C. Administer oath of office to newly elected Trustees
Presenter:
Board of Trustees
Attachments:
Subject:
15. CLOSED SESSION
Subject:
15.A. Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.082, the Open Meetings Act, for the following purposes: (Time___________________)
Subject:
15.A.1. Section 551.074 - For the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear complaints or charges against a public officer or employee.
Subject:
15.A.1.a. Approval of personnel recommendations for employment of professional personnel
Subject:
15.A.1.b. Employment of professional personnel
Subject:
15.A.1.c. Employee resignations and retirements
Subject:
15.A.2. Section 551.072 - For the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
Subject:
15.A.2.a. Land
Subject:
15.A.3. Section 551.071 - To meet with the District's attorney to discuss matters in which the duty of the attorney to the District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, including the grievance/complaint hearing.
Subject:
15.A.3.a. Any item listed on the agenda
Subject:
15.A.3.b. Discuss pending, threatened, or potential litigation, including school finance litigation
Subject:
15.A.4. Discussion of Board Officers to serve from May 2025 to May 2026
Presenter:
Board of Trustees
Subject:
16. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
Subject:
17. ACTION ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Subject:
17.A. Election of Board Officers
Presenter:
Board of Trustees
Attachments:
Subject:
17.B. Consider authorization to use facsimile plates
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
18. INFORMATION ITEMS
Subject:
18.A. Student lunch price increase for 2025-2026 school year
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
18.B. 2025 Bond 
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
18.C. Facility rentals 
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
19. FUTURE ACTION ITEMS
Subject:
19.A. Discussion of design development for Middle School #8
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
19.B. Discussion of 2025-2026 Lamar CISD compensation plan, budgets, and documents relating to 2025 tax year assessment and levy of property taxes
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
19.C. Discussion of Student Code of Conduct / K-8 Telecommunications Revisions
Presenter:
Marlon Waites
Attachments:
Subject:
20. FUTURE CONSENT AGENDA
Subject:
20.A. Discussion of ratification of donations to the District
Presenter:
Dr. Roosevelt Nivens
Attachments:
Subject:
20.B. Discussion of monthly schedule of disbursements (May 2025) 
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
20.C. Discussion of budget amendment requests 
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
20.D. Discussion of extension of bank depository contract 
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
20.E. Discussion of RFP #09-2025TB CTE certifications
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
20.F. Discussion of RFP #17-2025TB CTE supplies, services, equipment and related items
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
20.G. Discussion of action approving agreement with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP 
Presenter:
Jill Ludwig
Attachments:
Subject:
20.H. Discussion of Memorandum of Understanding for JJAEP 
Presenter:
Marlon Waites
Attachments:
Subject:
20.I. Discussion of resolution of regarding an advance funding agreement with TXDOT
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
20.J. Discussion of agreements easements and documents related to utility access and other infrastructure needs for Elementary School #38, New Administration Building, Peek and Beechnut site, and Elementary School #37
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
20.K. Discussion of prevailing wage rate
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
20.L. Discussion of amendment for GMP #4 to Secondary Complex #8 site development
Presenter:
Greg Buchanan
Attachments:
Subject:
21. CLOSED SESSION
Subject:
21.A. Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.082, the Open Meetings Act, for the following purposes: (Time___________________)
Subject:
21.A.1. Section 551.074 - For the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear complaints or charges against a public officer or employee.
Subject:
21.A.1.a. Approval of personnel recommendations for employment of professional personnel
Subject:
21.A.1.b. Employment of professional personnel
Subject:
21.A.1.c. Employee resignations and retirements
Subject:
21.A.2. Section 551.072 - For the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
Subject:
21.A.2.a. Land
Subject:
21.A.3. Section 551.071 - To meet with the District's attorney to discuss matters in which the duty of the attorney to the District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, including the grievance/complaint hearing.
Subject:
21.A.3.a. Any item listed on the agenda
Subject:
21.A.3.b. Discuss pending, threatened, or potential litigation, including school finance litigation

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