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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Hidalgo County, TX
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Population / Scale
4,167
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$1.12231
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$68.1M
+3.4% YoY • +23.2% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$18.09M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▲ +0.8 pts
1Y: +1.5 pts • 10Y: -0.1 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -3.6 pts
66 (C) → 62.4 (C)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.4%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+23.2% (5Y)
10Y: +52.2% • Since '00: +221.0%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.0952
FY 22: $1.2175 → FY 27: $1.1223
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 66 (C)'10: 64.1 (C)'17: 62.5 (C)'22: 61.6 (C)'27: 62.4 (C)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $21.2M'10: $32.1M'17: $44.8M'22: $55.3M'27: $68.1M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
CM
Christopher Morales
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
sygarza@eeisd.org
DR
Dr Ricardo Ochoa
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
sygarza@eeisd.org
FT
Fernando Torres
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
sygarza@eeisd.org
JY
Juan Ybarra
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
sygarza@eeisd.org
RS
Robert Schmalzried
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
sygarza@eeisd.org
RL
Rolando Lozano
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
sygarza@eeisd.org
TB
Tony Barco
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
sygarza@eeisd.org
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 62.4 (C)• Adopted Sep 23, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($68,137,349) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($1.122310 per $100 valuation: $0.782099 M&O + $0.340211 I&S) for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD. Source: 2026–2027 TEA Maximum Compressed Rate (MCR) & Certified Tax Roll (Hidalgo County).
Total Appropriation
$68.1M
General Fund
$47.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.0M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$16,352
Public Safety: $1.7M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $28.5M (42%)
Public Works: $8.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $3.8M
Administration: $8.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.12231 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 60.9 (C)• Adopted Aug 24, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($65,896,856) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($1.132500 per $100 valuation) for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD.
Total Appropriation
$65.9M
General Fund
$45.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.9M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$15,814
Public Safety: $1.6M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $27.0M (41%)
Public Works: $7.9M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $3.6M
Administration: $8.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1325 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.7% YoYFreedom Score: 61 (C)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($63,668,460) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($1.132500 per $100 valuation) for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD.
Total Appropriation
$63.7M
General Fund
$45.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.9M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$15,279
Public Safety: $1.6M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $27.0M (42%)
Public Works: $7.9M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $3.6M
Administration: $8.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1325 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+5.0% YoYFreedom Score: 61.3 (C)• Adopted Sep 15, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD (Hidalgo County) totaling $60,810,372. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.1325 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$60.8M
General Fund
$43.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.7M
Capital Projects
$0.8M
Per Capita
$14,593
Public Safety: $1.5M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $25.8M (42%)
Public Works: $7.5M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $3.4M
Administration: $8.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1325 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.7% YoYFreedom Score: 61.4 (C)• Adopted Sep 15, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD (Hidalgo County) totaling $57,898,098. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.2175 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$57.9M
General Fund
$40.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.6M
Capital Projects
$0.8M
Per Capita
$13,894
Public Safety: $1.5M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $24.6M (42%)
Public Works: $7.2M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $3.2M
Administration: $7.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2175 / $100
Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$68.14M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $47.4MPer Capita: $16,352Tax Rate: $1.12231Freedom: 62.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2026$65.90M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $45.0MPer Capita: $15,814Tax Rate: $1.1325Freedom: 60.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2025$63.67M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $45.0MPer Capita: $15,279Tax Rate: $1.1325Freedom: 61 (C)
Official PDFFY 2024$60.81M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $43.0MPer Capita: $14,593Tax Rate: $1.1325Freedom: 61.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2023$57.90M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $40.9MPer Capita: $13,894Tax Rate: $1.2175Freedom: 61.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2022$55.29M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $39.1MPer Capita: $13,268Tax Rate: $1.2175Freedom: 61.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2021$53.36M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $37.7MPer Capita: $12,806Tax Rate: $1.23211Freedom: 61.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2020$50.90M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $36.0MPer Capita: $12,216Tax Rate: $1.243199Freedom: 62 (C)
Official PDFFY 2019$48.73M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $34.4MPer Capita: $11,695Tax Rate: $1.26682Freedom: 62.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2018$47.01M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $33.2MPer Capita: $11,281Tax Rate: $1.278221Freedom: 62.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2017$44.78M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $31.7MPer Capita: $10,746Tax Rate: $1.282056Freedom: 62.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2016$42.37M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $29.9MPer Capita: $10,169Tax Rate: $1.29103Freedom: 62.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2015$40.35M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $28.5MPer Capita: $9,684Tax Rate: $1.297485Freedom: 63 (C)
Official PDFFY 2014$38.71M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $27.4MPer Capita: $9,290Tax Rate: $1.296188Freedom: 63.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2013$36.92M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $26.1MPer Capita: $8,859Tax Rate: $1.293596Freedom: 63.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2012$35.50M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $25.1MPer Capita: $8,520Tax Rate: $1.305238Freedom: 63.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2011$33.63M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $23.8MPer Capita: $8,070Tax Rate: $1.311764Freedom: 63.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2010$32.12M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $22.7MPer Capita: $7,709Tax Rate: $1.322258Freedom: 64.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2009$31.00M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $21.9MPer Capita: $7,440Tax Rate: $1.332836Freedom: 64.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2008$29.82M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $21.1MPer Capita: $7,156Tax Rate: $1.326172Freedom: 64.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2007$28.68M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.3MPer Capita: $6,883Tax Rate: $1.330151Freedom: 64.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2006$27.62M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.5MPer Capita: $6,627Tax Rate: $1.32217Freedom: 64.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2005$26.59M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.8MPer Capita: $6,380Tax Rate: $1.32217Freedom: 64.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2004$25.28M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.9MPer Capita: $6,068Tax Rate: $1.320848Freedom: 65.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2003$24.38M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.2MPer Capita: $5,852Tax Rate: $1.314244Freedom: 65.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$23.13M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.3MPer Capita: $5,551Tax Rate: $1.31293Freedom: 65.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$22.23M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.7MPer Capita: $5,334Tax Rate: $1.308991Freedom: 65.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$21.23M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.0MPer Capita: $5,094Tax Rate: $1.303755Freedom: 66 (C)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Order No. 2023-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2024 (2023–2024) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2022-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2022 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2022-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2023 (2022–2023) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2021 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2021-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2022 (2021–2022) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2020 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2019-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2019 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2019 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2019-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2020 (2019–2020) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2018 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2017-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2017 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2017 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2017-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2018 (2017–2018) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2016 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2015-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2015 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2015 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2015-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2016 (2015–2016) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2014 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2013-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2013 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2013 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2013-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2014 (2013–2014) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD totalin...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2012 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2011-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2011 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2011 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03
May 2025 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 538 (19.0% of 2,833 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
100.0% (473 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Robert Schmalzried WINNER
100.0% (473 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Christopher Morales WINNER
100.0% (473 votes)Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Juan Ybarra WINNER
100.0% (473 votes)Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Fernando Torres WINNER
100.0% (473 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Tony Barco WINNER
100.0% (473 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Rolando Lozano WINNER
100.0% (473 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2023-11-07
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD 2023 November General & Bond Election
SPECIAL BOND • 2022-05-07
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD 2022 May Uniform Election
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 538 (19.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
56.0% (301 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
44.0% (237 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 878 (31.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
67.0% (588 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
33.0% (290 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 822 (29.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
68.0% (559 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
32.0% (263 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 765 (27.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
59.0% (451 votes)Michael R. Vance
41.0% (314 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 397 (14.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
69.0% (274 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
31.0% (123 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 567 (20.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
56.0% (318 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (249 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 737 (26.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
72.0% (531 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
28.0% (206 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 595 (21.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
58.0% (345 votes)David C. Morales
42.0% (250 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 737 (26.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
65.0% (479 votes)Michael R. Vance
35.0% (258 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 510 (18.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
65.0% (332 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
35.0% (178 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 510 (18.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
64.0% (326 votes)Michael R. Vance
36.0% (184 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 793 (28.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
69.0% (547 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (246 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 737 (26.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
65.0% (479 votes)David C. Morales
35.0% (258 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 482 (17.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
68.0% (328 votes)David C. Morales
32.0% (154 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 397 (14.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
62.0% (246 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
38.0% (151 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 397 (14.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
60.0% (238 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (159 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 538 (19.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
55.0% (296 votes)David C. Morales
45.0% (242 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 822 (29.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
68.0% (559 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
32.0% (263 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 708 (25.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
60.0% (425 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
40.0% (283 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 680 (24.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
59.0% (401 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
41.0% (279 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 538 (19.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
55.0% (296 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
45.0% (242 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 765 (27.0% of 2,834 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Dr Ricardo Ochoa WINNER
66.0% (505 votes)David C. Morales
34.0% (260 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
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EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt2026-09-23 • SPECIAL SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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4.b: INSTRUCTION:4.b.1: Possible action to approve renewal of the Region One ESC Library Services This item was submitted by Mrs. Maribelle Elizondo, Assistant Superintendent of Instruction.1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on September 23, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for4: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:4.a: HUMAN RESOURCES:4.a.1: Possible action on approval for change in selected job titles and pay grades in the 2026-2027 compensation plan This item was submitted by Eva Noriega, PEIMS Director.5: DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:5.a: Consideration and possible action to approve the District's annual certification of compliance as required by Texas Education Code § 39.008, and to authorize the Superintendent to submit the certification and supporting documentation to the Texas Education Agency. The item was submitted by Ben Castillo, legal counsel.6: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:6.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.6.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn7: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:7.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.7.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)8: ADJOURNMENT:2026-09-16 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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4.b: BUSINESS AND FINANCE:1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on September 16, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for4: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:4.a: Approval of Board Meeting(s) Minutes:4.a.1: Regular Board Meeting minutes-August 24, 2026 Item submitted by Lisa Rodriguez, Board Secretary4.a.2: District Safety and Security Meeting minutes-August 27, 2026 Item Submitted by Lisa Rodriguez, Board Secretary4.b.1: Possible action on approval to add Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer to Texas National Bank providing online banking access Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer4.b.2: Possible action on approval of Expenditures over $25,000 Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer4.b.3: EEISD Financial Report-Information Item Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer4.b.4: Possible action on approval of the Annual Tax Collection Report from Pablo "Paul" Villarreal, Jr., Tax Assessor-Collector for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer4.b.5: Possible action on approval of the Fixed Asset Inventory and Management Proposal for the 2026–2027 school year Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer4.b.6: Possible action on approval of Investment Policy Review Resolution for 2026-2027 Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer4.b.7: Possible action on approval of the Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County Elections Department and Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District for the General Election to be held on November 3, 2026 Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer4.c: HUMAN RESOURCES:4.c.1: Possible action on approval of Emergency Permit and Teaching Waiver4.d: TEACHING AND LEARNING:4.d.1: Possible action on approval of the Interlocal Agreement Between South Texas College and Edcouch-Elsa ISD Early College High School Item Submitted by Mary Garza, EEHS Associate Principal4.d.2: Possable action on approval of the Proposal for Services with Region One Education Service Center for the Dropout Prevention & Recovery (DPR) Program at the CCC Center for the 2026-2027 School Year Item Submitted by Veronica Gonzalez, College & Career Instructional Facilitator4.d.3: Possible action on approval to purchase IXL Reading, Math, Science and Social Studies Learning Platform licenses for all students in Grades 3-12 Item Submitted by Dr. Ramiro Leal, Bilingual Director4.d.4: Possible action on approval of Sirius Educational Solutions, an Online Full Resource Library, STARR Formative Assessment Bank, and Summative Assessment Bank for students in Grades 3-12 Item Submitted by Dr. Ramiro Leal, Bilingual Director4.d.5: Possible action on approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between United Way of South Texas and Edcouch-Elsa ISD Item Submitted by Frances Rocha, Consultant4.d.6: Possible action on approval of the Interlocal Agreement for Truancy Prevention Outreach and Student Data Sharing between Edcouch-Elsa ISD and the City of Elsa Item Submitted by Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Superintendent4.d.7: Possible action on approval of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Strategic Integration Liaisons Commitment Acknowledgement Item Submitted by Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Superintendent4.d.8: Possible action on approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Edcouch-Elsa ISD and RGV Lead Item Submitted by Lydia Gonzalez, CTE Director4.d.9: Possible action on approval of the MOU between Edcouch-Elsa ISD and UTRGV Father-Son Program Item Submitted by Frances Rocha, Consultant4.d.10: Possible action on approval of the MOU between Edcouch-Elsa ISD and UTRGV Mother-Daughter Program Item Submitted by Frances Rocha, Consultant4.d.11: Possible action on approval of class size waiver for 2026-2027 school year4.e: STUDENT TRAVEL:4.e.1: Possible action on approval of ratification of travel for the EEHS Cross Country to attend Islander Cross Country Course from September 11-12, 2026 in Corpus Christi, Texas Item Submitted by Juan Romero, Athletic Coordinator4.e.2: Possible action on approval of ratification of travel for EEHS Boys/Girls Cross Country and sponsors to attend the 32nd Annual Cross Country Meet September 17-18, 2026 in Round Rock, Texas Item Submitted by Juan Romero, Athletic Coordinator4.e.3: Possible action of approval of travel for the EEHS Cheerleaders and cheer sponsors to attend the UIL Spirit State Championship January 13-15, 2027 in Fort Worth, Texas Item Submitted by Juan Romero, Athletic Coordinator4.f: STAFF TRAVEL:4.f.1: Possible action on approval for Christina Ochoa and Tony Garcia to attend the TASBO Networking Sessions from September 23–24, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer4.f.2: Possible action on approval for Mr. Ruben Chavez, ACE Director, to attend the ACE Expanded Learning Models Summit Conference in San Antonio, Texas from September 28 to October 1, 2026 Item Submitted by Ruben Chavez, ACE Director4.f.3: Possible action on approval for Monica Vela to attend GCACON Bringing Together Grants, Compliance, and Family Engagement from November 10-12, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas Item Submitted by Monica Vela, Programs Director4.g: REPORT:4.g.1: Report regarding the Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026 Item Submitted by Christina Ochoa, Chief Financial Officer Business and Finance4.g.2: Report regarding the 2025-2026 State Assessment Results Item Submitted by Maribelle Elizondo, Assistant Superintendent of Instruction4.g.3: Report and approval of the updated school song Item Submitted by Joel Casarez, Band Director4.g.4: Report and approval of the Optional Flexible School Day Program Application Item Submitted by Eva Noriega, PEIMS Director4.g.5: Report regarding Medical and Dental Update Item Submitted by Erica Flores, Human Resources Director4.g.6: Report and approval of the 2026-2027 list of certified T-TESS Appraisers Item Submitted by Erica Flores, Human Resources Director5: DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEM:5.a: Discussion and action to join the practical purchasing cooperative.6: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:6.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.6.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn6.c: Report regarding the 2023-2026 audit cycle Safety and Security audit results7: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:7.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.7.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)8: ADJOURNMENT:2026-08-24 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on August 24, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEI4: PUBLIC HEARING:4.a: Public Hearing on the 2026–2027 proposed budget and proposed Tax Rate for Tax Year 2026.5: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:5.a: Approval of Board Meeting(s) Minutes:5.a.1: Regular Board Meeting-July 30, 20265.a.2: Special Board Meeting—August 5, 20265.a.3: Special Board Meeting-August 12, 20265.b: BUSINESS AND FINANCE:5.b.1: Approval of Expenditures over $25,000-July 20265.b.2: Approval of Expenditures over $25,000-August 20265.b.3: EEISD Financial Report-Information Item-July 20265.b.4: EEISD Financial Report-Information Item-August 20265.b.5: Approval of Tax Collection Report-July 20265.b.6: Approval of the Proposal and Contract between Gustavo L. Acevedo, Jr. Law Office and Edcouch-Elsa ISD for Special Education Legal Services for the 2026-2027 School Year5.b.7: Approval of the 2026 Hidalgo County Certified Estimated Debt Collection Rate5.b.8: Approval to change Texas National Bank signature card to Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos and Tony Garcia, Accountant, removing former Superintendent, Dr. Sandra Ochoa, and former Chief Financial Officer Sylvia Garza5.b.9: Approval of Resolution to appoint Chief Financial Officer as the designated official to calculate the Texas Comptroller's Tax Rate Calculation Worksheet for the 2026-2027 school year5.b.10: The Hidalgo County Appraisal Rolls for the Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District-Information Item5.b.11: Approval to purchase renewal license of Lightspeed Content Filter from BorderLAN through TIPS Cooperative contract5.b.12: Request to approve a contract from August 17-December 31, 2026 for the following Contracted Services: Roberto Huerta-Orientation and Mobility Services5.b.13: Request to approve the purchase of Teachtown Licenses for the students who require a functional curriculum5.b.14: Consider approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Region One Education Service Center for the Mental Health Service Professional (MHSP) Demonstration Grant, Region One Rural Mental Health (RMH)—Project Advance (PR#S184X250073)5.b.15: Approval of purchase of Multimedia Site License5.c: HUMAN RESOURCES:5.c.1: Approve T-TESS Calendar for the 2026-2027 school year6: STUDENT TRAVEL:7.h: Discussion and action to approve United Healthcare medical rates.6.a: Approval for EEHS students to attend the School Nutrition Food Show on October 1, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas6.b: Approval for the EEHS Cheerleaders and cheer sponsors to attend the NCA South Texas Regional event on November 1, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas7: DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:7.a: Discussion and action to consider an order authorizing the defeasance and redemption of a portion of the District's outstanding unlimited tax bonds and approving all other instruments and procedures related thereto.7.b: Discussion and action to adopt a Resolution making findings under Texas Tax Code Section 26.042(e) regarding the March 2025 severe storm and flooding disaster declared by the Governor for Hidalgo County, and authorizing adoption of a Tax Year 2026 maintenance and operations tax rate exceeding the District's voter-approval tax rate without an election.7.c: Discussion and action to approve Tax Year 2026 Tax Rate Calculation Worksheet, including the no-new-revenue tax rate and voter-approval tax rate calculated for the District.7.d: Discussion and action to adopt the Edcouch-Elsa ISD Tax Rate for Tax Year 2026 (2026-2027 school year), including a maintenance and operations tax rate and an interest and sinking fund tax rate, at a total tax rate that exceeds the District's voter-approved tax rate.7.e: Discussion and Action to approve the renewal of Property and Casualty Insurance for the 2026-2027 school year.7.f: Discussion and action to award the dental insurance plan for the 2026-2027 school year.7.g: Discussion and action to approve the resolution to change investment officer to Dr. De Hoyos and Tony Garcia.8: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:8.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.8.a.1: Discussion on employment of Chief Financial Officer.8.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn9: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:9.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.9.a.1: Discussion and action to employ Chief Financial Officer.9.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)10: ADJOURNMENT:2026-08-12 • SPECIAL SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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4.a.2: Discussion on employment of Chief Financial Officer.1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on August 12, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEI4: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:4.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.4.a.1: Discussion on employment of Assistant Superintendent for Instruction.4.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn5: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:5.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.5.a.1: Discussion and action to employ Assistant Superintendent for Instruction.5.a.2: Discussion and action to employ Chief Financial Officer.5.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)6: ADJOURNMENT:2026-08-05 • SPECIAL SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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6: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on August 5, 2026 to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Individuals must send in their comments 4: PRESENTATION:4.a: Presentation by Campus Principals on start of school.5: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:5.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.5.a.1: Discussion on employment of High School principal6.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.5.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn6.a.1: Discussion and action to employ a High School principal.6.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)7: ADJOURNMENT:2026-07-30 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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4.b.11: Approval to hold an auction for Surplus Items1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on July 30, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEISD4: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:4.a: Approval of Board Meeting(s) Minutes:4.a.1: District Safety & Security Meeting—June 17, 20264.a.2: Regular Board Meeting-June 29, 20264.a.3: Special Board Meeting—July 6, 20264.b: BUSINESS AND FINANCE:4.b.1: Approval of Quarterly Investment Report 2nd Quarter 2026 (April—June)4.b.2: Approval of the Region One Facilities and Operations Services Commitment for the 2026–2027 School Year4.b.3: Approval to seek RFP's for Dental Insurance for the 2026-2027 school year4.b.4: Approval to renew the Region One ESC Ascender Business, Student Software and PEIMS Co-Op Agreement for the 2026-2027 School Year4.b.5: Approval to Ratify Budget Amendment-Year End Closing4.b.6: Approval of Tax Collection Report—May & June 20264.b.7: Approval to contract with Sureshot Construction & Remodeling for the installation of doors and cameras at High School North4.b.8: Approval to set the Public Meeting for the adoption of the 2026-2027 Tax Rate on August 24, 20264.b.9: Approval to contract with World Tech Contractors for the installation of steel fencing at Forester Field4.b.10: Approval to contract for the repair of the fire alarm at Ybarra-Red Building for the CCC and PossAble Dream4.b.12: Approval to use Cooperative Vendors to procurement purchases districtwide for goods and services for the 2026-2027 school year4.b.13: Approval to renew agreement with RGV Vocational Services4.b.14: Approval to purchase cafeteria furniture and cafeteria decor for Carlos Truan Middle School4.b.15: Approval of Arbiter payment system for Athletic Officials 2026-2027 school year4.b.16: Approval to continue using High School Ticketing for athletic event sales and expand services to include ticket sales for fine arts events (mariachi, band, Estudiantina) and fundraising activities, such as but not limited to advertisement/donation for E-E Yellowjacket Legacy Foundation4.c: HUMAN RESOURCES :4.c.1: Approval of the 2026-2027 SubHub Services Agreement4.c.2: Approval of the 2026-2027 Employee Handbook4.d: TEACHING AND LEARNING4.d.1: Approval of the ADSY Planning Calendar for Enrichment Week (August 3-7, 2026)4.d.2: Approve the Footsteps2Brilliance Early Literacy Program for Pre-K through 2nd Grade for 2026-20274.d.3: Approval to renew Edmentum Courseware for Credit Recovery for High School Campuses4.d.4: Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between NAMI South Texas Rio Grande Valley and Edcouch-Elsa ISD for the Hope Squad Program at Carlos Truan Middle School and High School4.d.5: Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and Edcouch-Elsa ISD4.d.6: Approval of the 2026-2027 Credit by Examination Dates4.d.7: Approval of the EEISD UIL No Pass/No Play Course Exemption4.d.8: Approval of the 2026-2027 EEISD UIL Eligibility Calendar4.e: STUDENT TRAVEL:4.e.1: Approval of travel for the EEISD Volleyball Girls and school sponsors to attend the Longhorn Fest Tournament 2026 in Laredo, Texas from August 27-29, 2026.4.f: STAFF TRAVEL:4.f.1: Ratification of travel for Sylvia Garza, Interim Superintendent, to attend the TASB Benefits Cooperative Board Meeting at the Marriott Marquis in Houston, Texas, from July 15–18, 2027.4.f.2: Ratification of travel for Virgil Gonzalez and Lydia Gonzalez to attend the 4th Annual School Finance & Operations Conference hosted by Region One ESC at the South Padre Island Convention Center from July 20-24, 20264.f.3: Ratification of travel for Candice Gonzalez to attend the Texas Farm Fresh Culinary Arts Institute from July 27-30, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas4.f.4: Approval to send Joel Medina and Ramon Rangel to attend the Guardian Certification training5: DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:5.a: Discussion and possible action to select and approve the District's Request for Proposals (RFP) for the following professional services: RFP#2027-007 Physical Therapy RFP#2027-008 Occupational Therapy RFP#2027-009 Visually Impaired Services RFP#2027-010 Orientation and Mobility Services Presenter: Mr. Virgil Gonzalez5.b: Discussion and action to approve ground lease agreement with the City of Edcouch. Presenter: Virgil Gonzalez5.c: Discussion and possible action to award a pool of vendors for the following services: RFP#2027-005 Uniforms and Shoes RFP#2027-006 Cafeteria Repairs and Maintenance Presenter: Mrs. Cynthia Flores5.d: Discussion and action to approve interlocal agreement with City of Elsa re: operation and use of walking trail and old high school Presenter: Mr. Rolando Lozano5.e: Discussion and possible action to call an Election Order for the Regular School Board Election for November 3, 2026. Presenter: Mrs. Sylvia Garza5.f: Discussion and action to update the Compensation Plan with pay increases for the 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Sylvia Garza5.g: Discussion and possible action to enter into negotiations with the most responsible health insurance bidder and authorize administration to execute all necessary documents. Presenter: Mr. Roger Garza5.h: Consider and take possible action of a contingency fee contract with Daly and Black P.C. Ordonez law firm PLLC., and Maxx Claims to provide legal and consulting services for the pursuit of insurance recovery claims with fees structured in accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter 2254, and authorizing for the superintendent to execute agreement.6: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:6.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.6.a.1: Discussion on Level III Grievance of M.C. pursuant to Board Policy DGBA (Local).6.a.2: Discussion on Superintendent Agreement for Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos.6.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn6.b.1: Discussion on litigation with La Villa I.S.D.7: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:7.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.7.a.1: Discussion and possible action on Level III Grievance of M.C. pursuant to Board Policy DGBA (Local).7.a.2: Discussion and action to approve Superintendent Agreement for Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos.7.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)7.b.1: Discussion and action regarding litigation with La Villa I.S.D.8: ADJOURNMENT:2026-07-06 • SPECIAL SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 1:30 p.m. on July 6, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEISD4: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:4.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.4.a.1: Conduct Superintendent Interviews4.a.2: Discussion with legal counsel on matters related to naming a Lone Finalist for Superintendent of Schools.4.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn5: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:5.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.5.a.1: Discussion and possible action to name a Lone Finalist for Superintendent of Schools.5.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)6: ADJOURNMENT:2026-06-29 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on June 29, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEIS4: PRESENTATIONS:4.a: Presententation of Scholarships to graduating senior recipients on behalf of the Jackets Quarterback Booster Club.4.b: Presentation by Estrada-Hinojosa5: SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT:5.a: Enrollment and Attendance Report6: PUBLIC HEARING:6.a: Discuss the Proposed Budget and Proposed Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2026-20277: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:7.a: Approval of Board Meeting(s) Minutes:7.a.1: Board Workshop-May 6, 20267.a.2: Regular Board Meeting—May 11, 20267.a.3: Board Workshop-May 19, 20267.a.4: Board Workshop—May 20, 20267.a.5: Special Board Meeting-May 20, 20267.a.6: Special Board Meeting-June 10, 20267.b: BUSINESS AND FINANCE:7.b.1: Approval of Hidalgo County Tax Collection agreement for the 2026-2027 school year7.b.2: Approval of renewal for Frontline Education-Human Capital Management-Recruiting & Hiring Software for the 2026-2027 school year7.b.3: Approval of renewal for the TASB Worker's Compensation Plan for the 2026-2027 school year7.b.4: EEISD Financial Report-Information Item7.b.5: Approval of Tax Collection Report-March & April 20267.b.6: Approval of Budget Amendments7.b.7: Approval of Expenditures over $25,0007.b.8: Approval of the Edcouch-Elsa ISD Donations7.b.9: Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between South Texas Independent School District and Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District for half-day instructional services for special education students for the 2026-2027 school year7.b.10: Request to approve the shared services arrangement with McAllen Regional Day School Program for the Deaf starting August 20267.b.11: Approval to request authorization to go out for Request for Proposals (RFP) for the following professional service: 1. Physical Therapy 2. Occupational Therapy 3. Visually Impaired Services 4. Orientation and Mobility Services7.b.12: Approval to request authorization to go out for Request for Proposals (RFP) for the following services and items: 1. Uniforms 2. Repairs and Services (HVAC & Refrigeration) 3. Promotional Items7.b.13: Approval to purchase washer and dryer for the new gym7.b.14: Approval to Dispose of Athletic Equipment7.c: TEACHING AND LEARNING:7.c.1: Approval of the renewal agreement with the Region One Educational Service Center to utilize the Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) TEKS Resource System7.c.2: Approval of Renewal License for Renaissance Software (Accelerated Reader)7.c.3: Approval to purchase student MacBook Neo for SB 1882 campuses (John F. Kennedy Fine Arts Academy, Ruben C. Rodriguez STEM Academy, Santiago Garcia Health & Science Academy)7.c.4: Approval of Renewal Licenses for Summit K127.c.5: Approval of National Education System school supplies purchase for all campuses7.c.6: Approval to accept and ratify the 2025-2026 Summer Career and Technical Education Grant (SAS#SCTEAA26) from the Texas Education Agency7.c.7: Approval to select and hire three (3) Teachers/Student Supervisors (summer extra-duty) and forty (40) paid student interns for the 2025-2026 Summer Career and Technical Education Grant CTE Summer Bridge Program7.c.8: Approval of Optional Flexible School Day Program (OFSDP) Application for the 2026-2027 school year7.c.9: Action to approve the planning amounts for the Every Student Succeeds Act Consolidation Federal Grant (ESSA)7.d: STUDENT TRAVEL:7.d.1: Approval of ratification of student travel for the ACE Summer Program proposed trips include: NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas June 17 (JFK/LBJ) June 18 SGE/RCR & CFT) Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi, Texas July 1 (LBJ/JFK) July 2-CFT, July 8-SGE/RCR San Antonio Zoo July 8-(JFK/LBJ)7.d.2: Approval of travel for the EEHS Cheerleaders and cheer sponsors to attend the UCA Cheer Camp from July 23-26, 2026 in Austin, Texas7.e: STAFF TRAVEL:7.e.1: Approval of ratification of travel for Jessica Mata who attended the Gear Up Workshop from June 1–2, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas and Jessica Mata, Ruben Chavez and Bianca Aguinaga that attended the Gear Up Summer Building Leadership Institute from June 22–23, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas7.e.2: Approval of travel for Maricela Olivarez and Monica Vela to attend the 4th Annual School Finance and Operations Conference July 20–24, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas7.e.3: Approval of travel for Iris Lopez and Yvette Lopez to attend the TIVA Summer Conference from July 14–16, 2026 in Corpus Christi, Texas8: DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:8.a: Discussion and action to approve the 2026-2027 Proposed Budget9: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:9.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.9.a.1: Discussion regarding Level III Grievance of R.E. pursuant to Board Policy DGBA (Local)9.a.2: Discussion regarding superintendent search9.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn10: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:10.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.10.a.1: Discussion and possible action regarding Level III Grievance of R.E. pursuant to Board Policy DGBA (Local)10.a.2: Discussion and possible action regarding superintendent search.10.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)11: ADJOURNMENT:2026-06-10 • SPECIAL SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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5.e: Consider Final Approval of TASB Policy Update 124, TASB Policy Update125, TASB Policy Update126-DGBA (LOCAL) and FNG (LOCAL) and TASB Policy Update1275.d: Approval of Valley Risk Consulting Services for the Health Insurance RFP Process1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on June 10, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Individuals must send in their comments or4: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:5: BUSINESS AND FINANCE:5.a: Approval to upgrade the Aruba Wireless and Switching Network at Central Office5.b: Approval to dispose technology equipment by declaring it to have no market value and authorizing Administration to recycle it using services from STS Electronic Recycling Company5.c: Approval of resolution to authorize Sylvia Garza, to serve on the Board of Trustees of the TASB Benefits Cooperative Board5.f: Approval of a Resolution Authorizing an Early Resignation Notice for eligibile district employees for the 2025-2026 school year6: TEACHING AND LEARING:6.a: Approval amendment for Teach for America Educational Professional Services Agreement for Ignite Tutoring Program6.b: Renewal of DMAC software license agreement with Region One Educational Service Center 2026-20277: DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:7.a: Discussion and action to award RFP#2026-2027 for school furniture.8: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:8.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.8.a.1: Discussion on acting superintendent agreement for Sylvia Garza.8.a.2: Discussion regarding final Board action on the proposed nonrenewal of Chapter 21 term contract teachers who did not timely request a hearing.8.a.3: Discussion regarding final Board action on the proposed nonrenewal of Chapter 21 term contract for administrators, including but not limited to principals and or co-principals who did not timely request a hearing.8.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn9: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:9.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.9.a.1: Discussion and action to approve acting superintendent agreement for Sylvia Garza.9.a.2: Discussion and possible action regarding final Board action on the proposed nonrenewal of Chapter 21 term contract teachers who did not timely request a hearing.9.a.3: Discussion and possible action regarding final Board action on the proposed nonrenewal of Chapter 21 term contract for administrators, including but not limited to principals and or co-principals who did not timely request a hearing.9.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)10: ADJOURNMENT:2026-05-20 • SPECIAL SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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5.a.3: Approval of Edcouch-Elsa ISD Donations5.a.4: Approval to seek RFP's for Health Insurance5.b: TEACHING AND LEARNING:1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on May 20, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Individuals must send in their comments or4: BOARD MONITORING:4.a: Discussion and presentation regarding the Lone Star Governance (LSG) Goal Progress Monitoring for Goals 1 and 2, including the review of Renaissance STAR End-of-Year Reading and Math assessment data for Kindergarten through 12th Grade students across the district.5: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:5.a: BUSINESS OFFICE:5.a.1: Approval of the renewal contract agreement with Xerox Corporation for copier services district wide for a 3 year lease agreement5.a.2: Approval to set Public Hearing for the approval of the proposed Budget and tax rate for June 15, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.5.b.1: Approval of Playground Equipment for SB 1882 Elementary Campuses5.b.2: Approval of the Summer 2026 Work Schedule5.c: STAFF TRAVEL:5.c.1: Approval of travel for Juan Romero to attend the Texas High School Athletic Directors Association May 30-June 3, 2026 in Austin, Texas6: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:6.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.6.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn7: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:7.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination or dismissal of a public officer or employee.7.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)8: ADJOURNMENT:2026-05-20 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
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1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board you must email comments@eeisd.org by 5:30 p.m. on May 20, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEISD4: ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED/PRESENTED:4.a: Strategic Planning Session #45: ADJOURNMENT:2026-05-19 • SPECIAL SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on May 19, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEISD4: ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED/PRESENTED:4.a: Finalizing Superintendent Guardrails4.b: Designing Interview Questions for Superintendent Search aligned to Goals and Guardrails4.c: Board Self-Evaluation4.d: Competing Board Time Use Evaluation5: ADJOURNMENT:2026-05-11 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on May 11, 2026 to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEISD4: RECOGNITIONS:4.a: Recognition of the Resolution donated by Coach Robert Capello to the Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District4.b: Recognition of elementary/secondary campus with the highest student rate of attendance for the 5th six weeks4.c: Recognition of the classroom with the highest student rate of attendance for the 5th six weeks4.d: Recognition of Beatrice Ortiz, RCR Counselor for being a Statewide Semi-Finalist in the 2026 H.E.B. Excellence in Education Awards4.e: Recognition of recipient of LBJ Student Council Legacy Scholarship4.f: Recognition of Alba Cantu, 2nd grade teacher at LBJ has been selected as a Brilliant Minds Featured Educator (Footsteps2Brilliance)4.g: Recognition of Keyla Gutierrez, JFK Teacher, has been selected as a 2026 WhataTeacher Grant Recipient.4.h: Recognition of the District in winning the Best Communities for Music Education Award from the NAAM Foundation4.i: Recognition of the Superintendent's Parent Advisory Committee4.j: Recognition of Track Girls for being Area Regional Qualifiers4.k: Recognition of the EEHS Softball Girls for being Bi-District Champions5: SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT:5.a: Seat Belt Guidelines Presentation5.b: EEISD Enrollment and Attendance Report5.c: Attendance Initiatives 2026-20275.d: TIA Update5.e: Enrollment/Registration Update/Campus Tours6: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:6.a: Approval of Board Meeting(s) Minutes:6.a.1: Board Workshop-April 2, 20266.a.2: Regular Board Meeting-April 13, 20266.b: BUSINESS AND FINANCE:6.b.1: Approval of Expenditures over $25,0006.b.2: EEISD Financial Report-Information Item6.b.3: Approval of Tax Collection Report—March 20266.b.4: Approval of Budget Amendments6.b.5: Approval of the renewal contract agreement with Xerox Corporation for copier services districtwide for a 36-month lease agreement6.b.6: Approval of the renewal quote for Frontline Absence and Time Management for the 2026-2027 fiscal year6.b.7: Approval of renewal for MLG Protection Services for Security Guard Services for the 2026–2027 school year.6.b.8: Approval of the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan including stipends6.b.9: Approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Elsa, Texas, for the storage of certain District-owned firearms and the donation of certain National Firearms Acts items to the City of Elsa Police Department, and adoption of Resolution No 2026 authorizing the same6.b.10: Approval of the proposed legal services agreement between Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District and O'Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo6.b.11: Request to approve Caregiver Skills Training CST in Schools Adaptation project involving development of a version of CST for use in classroom settings Participation in planning, adaptation and training development meetings and activites Participation in research team meetings and activities6.b.12: Approval to purchase renewal license of Palo Alto Threat Prevention license subscription and support using Texas DIR Cooperative contract DIR-CPO-48776.b.13: Approval of the Edcouch-Elsa ISD Donations6.b.14: Approval of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District Interlocal Cooperation Contract6.b.15: Approval of the Early Childhood Toileting Assistance Guidelines6.c: TEACHING AND LEARNING:6.c.1: Approval to purchase student Chromebooks for SB 1882 campuses (John F. Kennedy Fine Arts Academy, Ruben C. Rodriguez STEM Academy, Santiago Garcia Health & Science Academy)6.c.2: Authorization to Issue Request for Proposal (RFP) for Elementary School Furniture6.c.3: Approval of Summer Programs 2026 Employment for: PK/K Bilingual Education Program (required) June 3rd-June 24th, JRG K/8th Migrant Education Program (required) June 3rd-June 18th, JRG, JFK, RCR, CFT, Technology Center & Home Visits K/11th ACE Grant Program (required) June 3rd-July 9th, JFK, RCR, CFT, EEHS 9/12th End of Course Summer Camp and Testing June 8th-26th, EEHS 3/12th Credit Recovery June 6.c.4: Approval of the 2026-2027 Dual Credit Programs Interlocal Agreement between South Texas College and Edcouch-Elsa I.S.D.6.c.5: Approval of the Student Handbook 2026-20276.c.6: Approval to purchase Dell Pro 16 laptops and charging carts for the College and Career Center (CCC)6.c.7: Approval to purchase Dell Pro 24 Al-in-One desktops, keyboards, and mice for the College and Career Center (CCC)6.d: STUDENT TRAVEL:6.d.1: Ratification of travel for the EEHS UIL students and school sponsors to attend the UIL Regional Meet April 23-25, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas6.d.2: Ratification of travel for the EEHS track students and school sponsors to attend the Regional Track Meet on April 30-May 2, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas6.d.3: Ratification of travel for the EEHS Softball girls to compete at the Varsity Softball Playoff on May 1, 2026, in Corpus Christi, Texas6.d.4: Approval of travel for the EEHS CTE students and school sponsors to attend the Area X FFA Convention May 12, 2026, in Robstown, Texas6.d.5: Approval of travel for the JFK Folklorico students and school sponsor to attend Sea World May 22, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas6.d.6: Approval of travel for the CFT Jr. High and E-E High School mariachi students to perform at the Texas Bandmasters Association Annual Convention from July 15-17, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas6.d.7: Approval of End of Year travel for CFT Student Council students to Six Flags Fiesta Texas May 26, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas.6.d.8: Approval of End of the Year travel for the Edcouch-Elsa Marching Band to Six Flags Fiesta Texas June 20-21, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas6.e: STAFF TRAVEL:6.e.1: Ratification of travel for Jorge Flores and Pete Vallejo to Live Stream the softball playoff game on May 1, 2026, in Corpus Christi, Texas6.e.2: Approval of travel for Tabitha Trevino to attend the Technology Conference from May 12-14, 2026 in South Padre, Island.6.e.3: Approval of travel for Sylvia Garza, CFO to attend the ROSBA Conference from May 15-16, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas6.e.4: Approval of travel for Richard Nunez, Alex Martinez and Lizandra Molina attend the Athletic Training Seminar June 4-7, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas6.e.5: Approval of travel for Norma Layton to attend the TEPSA Conference June 8-11, 2026 in Round Rock, Texas6.e.6: Approval of travel for Mr. Alberto Trevino to attend the Texas ACE Summer Meeting June 9-12, 2026 in Pasadena, Texas6.e.7: Approval of travel for Cynthia Flores to attend the 4th Annual School Finance and Operations Conference July 20-24, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas7: DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:7.a: Discussion and possible action to select a firm to conduct a search for the position of Superintendent of Schools, authorize the Board President and/or designee to execute a contract for superintendent search services, and take all action necessary in connection therewith.7.b: Discussion and possible action of a contingency fee contract with Daly & Black P.C., Ordonez law firm PLLC., and Maxx Claims to provide legal and consulting services for the pursuit of insurance recovery claims with fees structured in accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter 2254, and authorizing for the superintendent to execute the agreement.8: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:8.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.8.a.1: a. Discussion on proposed non-renewals and termination of Chapter 21 contracts, including non-renewals pursuant to the program change adopted by the Board on April 13, 2026. b. Discussion on terminations of Chapter 21 probationary contracts. c. Discussion on renewals of contracts.8.a.2: Discussion of Superintendent's recommendations for: proposed nonrenewal of term contracts; renewal of term contracts; initial offers of term contracts; renewal of probationary contracts; initial offers of probationary contracts; and termination of probationary contracts, of: librarians, counselors, nurses, educational diagnosticians, classroom teachers, and other certified educators (other than ce8.a.3: Discussion of the Superintendent's recommendations for: proposed nonrenewal of term contracts, renewal of term contracts; initial offers of term contracts; and termination of probationary contracts, of certified administrators who are entitled to Chapter 21 contracts, including but not limited to campus principals.8.a.4: Discussion of Superintendent's recommendations for: Offers of non-Chapter 21 employment contracts.8.a.5: Discussion on Naming Interim Superintendent8.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation; b.) settlement offer; or c.) a matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEISD8.b.1: To discuss participation in multi-district litigation involving youth social media usage and related litigation and entering into a contingency fee contract with O'Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo, PC and Eiland & Bonnin, PC to represent the District (Texas Government Code § 551.071)9: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:9.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.9.a.1: a. Action to propose non-renewals of Chapter 21 term contracts of classroom teachers and other non-administrator certified educators, including librarians, counselors, nurses, and educational diagnosticians, including non-renewals pursuant to the program change adopted by the Board on April 13, 2026. b. Action to propose non-renewals of Chapter 21 term contracts of certified administrators, includ9.a.2: Discussion and action on naming Interim Superintendent9.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)9.b.1: Consideration and Adoption of Resolution making the written findings required by Texas Government Code § 2254.103(b) relating to the proposed contingent fee legal services contract with O'Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo, PC and Eiland & Bonnin, PC.9.b.2: Consideration and approval of the contingent fee legal services agreement with O'Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo, PC and Eiland & Bonnin, PC, and authorization for the Board President and/or designee to execute the agreement on behalf of the District.9.b.3: Consideration and authorization to submit the contingent fee legal services contract to the Texas Attorney General for review and approval under the Texas Government Code § 22.54.1038, including a request for expedited review.10: ADJOURNMENT:2026-05-06 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on May 6, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEISD4: ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED/PRESENTED:4.a: Strategic Planning Session#35: ADJOURNMENT:2026-04-13 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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1: Call meeting to order, roll call, establishment of a quorum and Pledge of Allegiance.2: Invocation.3: OPEN FORUM: Comments from the public. Citizen Communications: (Limit of 3 minutes per speaker/group) Public Audience: Public comments for this meeting will be held as follows: Members of the public, if you wish to comment before the Board, you must email comments@eeisd.org by 6:00 p.m. on April 13, 2026, to give your name and topic you wish to comment on. Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorney for EEIS4: RECOGNITIONS:4.a: Recognition of the elementary/secondary campus with the highest student attendance rate for the 4th Six Weeks4.b: Recognition of the classroom with the highest student attendance rate for the 4th Six Weeks4.c: Recognition of Edcouch-Elsa Estudiantina for receiving a Division One in the UIL Competition4.d: Recognition of the Edcouch-Elsa Theater Department for receiving first place in the UIL Zone Competition4.e: Recognition of Girls Powerlifting for receiving first place at Regionals and second place at the State Competition4.f: Recognition of the 2025-2026 Boys/Girls JV and Varsity Wrestling Accolades4.g: Recognition of the Varsity Boys Basketball Bi-District finalist and All-District Selections4.h: Recognition of the Girls' Basketball All-District Selections4.i: Recognize the Future Farmers of America Livestock Show awards5: PRESENTATION:5.a: Region One Mid-Year SB 1882 Presentation—Dr. Daniel King5.b: Presentation of the Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period of July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, presented by Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Presenter: Kelly R. Salazar6: BOARD MONITORING:6.a: Presentation on Student Outcome Program Monitoring: Benchmark 1 & Benchmark 2 Data Review7: SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT:7.a: Enrollment and Attendance Report7.b: Transportation Update7.c: Texas Department of Public Safety Partnership7.d: Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings8: CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:8.a: Approval of Board Meeting(s) Minutes:8.a.1: Special Board Meeting-February 4, 20268.a.2: Board Workshop-February 4, 20268.a.3: Public Hearing-February 16, 20268.a.4: Board Workshop—February 16, 20268.a.5: Regular Board Meeting-February 16, 20268.a.6: Special Board Meeting-March 13, 20268.a.7: Board Workshop-March 13, 20268.b: BUSINESS AND FINANCE:8.b.1: Approval of Tax Collection Report—January 2026 and February 20268.b.2: EEISD Financial Report-Information Item8.b.3: Approval of Expenditures over $25,0008.b.4: Approval of the yearly Raptor Technologies subscription8.b.5: Approval to select Insight Public Sector for E-rate category two services for Wireless Access Points, Fiber, Ethernet drops and GBIC Connectors8.b.6: Approval of the renewal of the Student Athletic Insurance for the 2026-2027 school year with TASB Cooperative8.b.7: Approval of Safeguard Fire contract for Fire Alarm System Monitoring Services and Burglary Alarms Monitoring Services8.b.8: Approval of Budget Amendments8.b.9: Approval of the Quarterly Investment Report 1st Quarter 2025 January-March8.b.10: Approval to renew with Cascos & Associate as the external auditors for the annual financial audit of 2025-2026.8.b.11: Request to approve a contract from May 1-June 3, 2026 up to $24,750 for the following contracted services: Dr. Noe Ramos, Physical Therapy Services8.b.12: Approval of a $1,000 donation by the Clean Cut Company in support of the Carlos Truan Middle School Student Advisory Council Washington trip.8.b.13: Approval of a $1,000 donation by Pamplona Sports in support of the Carlos Truan Middle School Student Advisory Council Washington trip8.b.14: Approval of a $1,000 donation by Texas Oak in support of the Carlos Truan Middle School Student Advisory Council Washington trip.8.b.15: Approval of a $500.00 donation from Texas National Bank for the Edcouch-Elsa High School Softball Program8.b.16: Approval of a $300 donation by Dr. Hilda Medrano to the Edcouch-Elsa High School Estudiantina Program8.b.17: Approval of a $300 donation from Teach for America to the Edcouch-Elsa High School Band8.b.18: Approval of a $250 donation by H. Management Inc. to the Edcouch-Elsa High School Baseball Program8.b.19: Approval of a $200 donation by the SAL Construction Management LLC to the Edcouch-Elsa High School Baseball Program8.b.20: Approval of a $200 donation by Noe's Light Crane Service to the Edcouch-Elsa High School Baseball Program8.b.21: Approval of a $200 donation by R-5 Eateries LLC. to the Edcouch-Elsa High School Baseball Program8.b.22: Approval of a $200 donation by the City of Edcouch to the Edcouch-Elsa High School Baseball Program8.b.23: Approval of a $200 donation by David Fuentes for the Edcouch-Elsa High School Baseball Program8.b.24: Approval of a $100 donation by Weslaco Vision Source for the Edcouch-Elsa High School Baseball Program8.b.24.a: Approval of a $200 donation from Texas National Bank for the EEHS Baseball Program8.b.25: Approval of a $22.50 donation by the Texas Music Festivals Enterprise, Inc. to the Edcouch-Elsa Football Program8.b.26: Approval to move May meeting from May 18, 2026 to May 11, 20268.c: SOCIAL SERVICES:8.c.1: Approval to appoint members to the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) for the 2025-2026 school year8.d: TEACHING AND LEARNING:8.d.1: Approval of Lone Star Governance Board of Trustees Self-Evaluation8.d.2: Approval of the 2026-2027 Edcouch-Elsa I.S.D. School Calendar-Option B8.d.3: Approval of the 2026-2027 JJAEP Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Hidalgo County Juvenile Board and Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District8.d.4: Approval of the Teacher Incentive Allotment Assessment from MAP to STAAR for testing grades8.d.5: Approval of the TIA spending modification plan from 4 quarterly payments to 2 payments8.d.6: Approval of the MOU between Edcouch-Elsa ISD, Region One ESC, and PossAble Dream Foundation8.d.7: Approval of Adoption for EEISD Superintendent Constraint Progress Measures8.d.8: Approval of the allotment and TEKS certification of provision for instructional materials for the 2026–2027 school year8.d.9: Approval to evaluate Out-of-District Transfer Agreement for the 2026–2027 school year8.d.10: Approve a provider for LIFT comprehensive instructional leadership support to create effective and sustainable learning environments for all students.8.d.11: Approval of Summer Programs 2026 opportunities: PK/Kindergarten Bilingual Education Program (required) Jorge R. Gutierrez Early Childhood Center K/8th Migrant Education Program (required) Jorge R. Gutierrez Early Childhood Center, John F. Kennedy Elementary, Ruben C. Rodriguez Elementary, & Carlos Truan Middle School & Home Visits K/11th ACE Grant Program (required) John F. Kennedy will host Lyndo8.e: STUDENT TRAVEL:8.e.1: Ratification of travel for the EEHS Track Boys and Girls to attend the Track Meet Texas Relays in Austin, Texas from April 2-4, 20268.e.2: Approval of travel for CTE/AG Farm students and school sponsor to attend the Area X FFA Career Development Events Competition April 15, 2026, in Sinton, Texas8.e.3: Approval of travel for the EEHS/CATE students to attend the TexSEF Undisputed State Championship in Waco, Texas from April 29-May 2, 20268.e.4: Approval of travel for JFK, LBJ, CFT Middle School and EEHS Greenpower Racing Teams to attend the USA Championship National Race in Talladega, Alabama May 14-17, 2026 (pending funding being raised)8.e.5: Approval of travel for the EEHS Band to attend the UIL State Solo Ensemble Contest May 24-25, 2026 in Austin, Texas8.f: STAFF TRAVEL:8.f.1: Approval of travel for Dr. Martha Reyna to attend the Elevate Conference in Grapevine, Texas from June 20–23, 20268.f.2: Approval of travel for Cynthia Flores, Brian Mendoza, Erica Borrego, Anna Martinez and Juana Martinez to attend the Texas Farm Fresh Culinary Workshop in San Antonio, Texas from July 6-10, 20268.f.3: Approval of travel for Sylvia Garza, Tony Garcia and Benita Morales to attend the 4th Annual School Finance & Operations Conference July 20-23, 2026 in South Padre Island, Texas9: DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:9.a: Discussion and action to approve SB1882 Region One Partnership action plans9.b: Approval of the E.E.I.S.D. Board of Trustees Resolution Declaration of Program Change.9.c: Presentation, discussion and possible action on the Interlocal agreement for a long-term lease with the City of Edcouch for recreational use purposes such as soccer fields and baseball fields behind the David Ybarra Middle School.9.d: Presentation, discussion and possible action on allowing the city to expand its city improvement boundary of the existing long-term lease with the City of Edcouch to incorporate youth soccer fields, a pickleball court, new parking and the widening of the walking trail.10: CLOSED SESSION: The superintendent requests that the Board of Trustees convene in closed meeting as authorized by the provisions of the Open Meeting Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. This executive session is in accordance with the Texas Government Code Section:10.a: 551.074 for the purpose of discussing personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.10.a.1: Discussion regarding Level III DGBA Grievance of employee G.S.10.b: Consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071) Presenter: Ben Castillo, Attorn10.c: Discussion on Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings11: ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:11.a: 551.074 Discussion and action regarding personnel, considering appointment, employment, resignation, retirement, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.11.a.1: Discussion and possible action regarding Level III DGBA Grievance of employee G.S.11.b: Discussion and action regarding consultation with legal counsel regarding a.) pending or contemplated litigation b.) settlement offer; or c.) matter in which the duty of the attorney to Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (TX.Gov't. Code 551.071)12: ADJOURNMENT:2026-03-16 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2026-02-16 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2026-01-19 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion