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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Williamson County, TX
FLORENCE ISD
Population / Scale
1,125
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$1.0182
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$22.9M
+3.4% YoY • +22.9% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$57.26M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -1.6 pts
1Y: -1.0 pts • 10Y: -2.5 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -6.2 pts
60.5 (C) → 54.3 (D)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.5%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+22.9% (5Y)
10Y: +54.8% • Since '00: +232.2%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.1056
FY 22: $1.1238 → FY 27: $1.0182
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 60.5 (C)'10: 58.5 (D)'17: 56.8 (D)'22: 55.9 (D)'27: 54.3 (D)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $6.9M'10: $10.6M'17: $14.8M'22: $18.6M'27: $22.9M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
AD
Anthony Deaugustineo
Trustee, Place 5
rkirkpatrick@florenceisd.net
CG
Charles Giddens
Trustee, Place 6
rkirkpatrick@florenceisd.net
EN
Ed Navarette
Trustee, Place 1
rkirkpatrick@florenceisd.net
JE
Jason Earp
Trustee, Place 3
rkirkpatrick@florenceisd.net
JS
Jeff Stone
Trustee, Place 7
rkirkpatrick@florenceisd.net
JA
Jt Atkinson
Trustee, Place 2
rkirkpatrick@florenceisd.net
PB
Pete Burson
Trustee, Place 4
rkirkpatrick@florenceisd.net
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 54.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($22,879,720) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($1.018200 per $100 valuation: $0.722200 M&O + $0.296000 I&S) for FLORENCE ISD. Source: Bell County Appraisal District 2026 Tax Rate Schedule & Truth-in-Taxation Portal.
Total Appropriation
$22.9M
General Fund
$15.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.0M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$20,338
Public Safety: $0.3M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $9.1M (40%)
Public Works: $3.0M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $2.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0182 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 55.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($22,127,389) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($1.018200 per $100 valuation) for FLORENCE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$22.1M
General Fund
$14.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.9M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$19,669
Public Safety: $0.3M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $8.6M (39%)
Public Works: $2.8M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0182 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+5.5% YoYFreedom Score: 55.2 (D)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($21,379,120) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($1.104200 per $100 valuation) for FLORENCE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$21.4M
General Fund
$14.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.9M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$19,004
Public Safety: $0.3M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $8.6M (40%)
Public Works: $2.8M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1042 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+5.0% YoYFreedom Score: 55.5 (D)• Adopted Sep 4, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for FLORENCE ISD (Williamson County) totaling $20,260,728. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.1065 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$20.3M
General Fund
$13.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.7M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$18,010
Public Safety: $0.2M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $8.2M (40%)
Public Works: $2.7M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1065 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.6% YoYFreedom Score: 55.6 (D)• Adopted Sep 4, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for FLORENCE ISD (Williamson County) totaling $19,286,747. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.2919 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$19.3M
General Fund
$13.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.5M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$17,144
Public Safety: $0.2M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $7.8M (40%)
Public Works: $2.6M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2919 / $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$22.88M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.2MPer Capita: $20,338Tax Rate: $1.0182Freedom: 54.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2026$22.13M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.5MPer Capita: $19,669Tax Rate: $1.0182Freedom: 55.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2025$21.38M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.5MPer Capita: $19,004Tax Rate: $1.1042Freedom: 55.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2024$20.26M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.7MPer Capita: $18,010Tax Rate: $1.1065Freedom: 55.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$19.29M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.0MPer Capita: $17,144Tax Rate: $1.2919Freedom: 55.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$18.62M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.6MPer Capita: $16,551Tax Rate: $1.1238Freedom: 55.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$17.62M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.9MPer Capita: $15,660Tax Rate: $1.1474Freedom: 56.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$16.99M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.5MPer Capita: $15,099Tax Rate: $1.171495Freedom: 56.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$16.26M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.0MPer Capita: $14,451Tax Rate: $1.184381Freedom: 56.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$15.39M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.4MPer Capita: $13,681Tax Rate: $1.203331Freedom: 56.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$14.78M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.0MPer Capita: $13,137Tax Rate: $1.211754Freedom: 56.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$14.07M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.5MPer Capita: $12,508Tax Rate: $1.214178Freedom: 57.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$13.45M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $11,958Tax Rate: $1.219035Freedom: 57.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$12.80M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.7MPer Capita: $11,381Tax Rate: $1.221473Freedom: 57.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$12.14M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.2MPer Capita: $10,795Tax Rate: $1.220252Freedom: 57.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$11.54M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.8MPer Capita: $10,258Tax Rate: $1.225133Freedom: 58.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$10.94M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.4MPer Capita: $9,722Tax Rate: $1.236159Freedom: 58.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2010$10.55M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.1MPer Capita: $9,380Tax Rate: $1.232451Freedom: 58.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2009$10.11M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.8MPer Capita: $8,991Tax Rate: $1.234916Freedom: 58.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2008$9.72M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.6MPer Capita: $8,644Tax Rate: $1.229976Freedom: 58.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2007$9.29M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.3MPer Capita: $8,258Tax Rate: $1.226286Freedom: 59.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2006$8.96M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $7,966Tax Rate: $1.236096Freedom: 59.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2005$8.55M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.8MPer Capita: $7,602Tax Rate: $1.233624Freedom: 59.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2004$8.20M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.5MPer Capita: $7,286Tax Rate: $1.239792Freedom: 59.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2003$7.90M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.3MPer Capita: $7,018Tax Rate: $1.24971Freedom: 59.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2002$7.57M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.1MPer Capita: $6,733Tax Rate: $1.247211Freedom: 60 (D)
Official PDFFY 2001$7.24M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.9MPer Capita: $6,438Tax Rate: $1.257189Freedom: 60.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$6.89M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.7MPer Capita: $6,122Tax Rate: $1.253417Freedom: 60.5 (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 — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE 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 FLORENCE 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 — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE 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 — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE 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 FLORENCE 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 — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE 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 FLORENCE 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 — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE 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 FLORENCE 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 — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE 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 FLORENCE 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 — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE 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 FLORENCE 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 (26)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03
May 2025 FLORENCE ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 145 (18.9% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 2
Jt Atkinson WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 7
Jeff Stone WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 6
Charles Giddens WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 5
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 3
Jason Earp WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 4
Pete Burson WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 1
Ed Navarette WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2024-05-04
FLORENCE ISD 2024 May Uniform Election
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 130 (17.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
56.0% (73 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
44.0% (57 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2022-05-07
FLORENCE ISD 2022 May Uniform Election
Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
Proposition 1 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 1: School Building
Authorized Debt: $42.8M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $42,750,000 in bond obligations for School Building....
Proposition 2 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 2: Athletic Facilities Improvements
Authorized Debt: $6.6M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $6,570,000 in bond obligations for Athletic Facilities Improvements....
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
65.0% (78 votes)Michael R. Vance
35.0% (42 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
58.0% (70 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
42.0% (50 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 168 (22.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
61.0% (102 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
39.0% (66 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 161 (21.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
67.0% (108 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
33.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 199 (26.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
72.0% (143 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
28.0% (56 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 176 (23.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
65.0% (114 votes)Michael R. Vance
35.0% (62 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 153 (20.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
58.0% (89 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
42.0% (64 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 207 (27.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
60.0% (124 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
40.0% (83 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 191 (25.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
59.0% (113 votes)Michael R. Vance
41.0% (78 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 145 (19.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
60.0% (87 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (58 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 161 (21.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
63.0% (101 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
37.0% (60 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 222 (29.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
64.0% (142 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
36.0% (80 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 237 (31.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
61.0% (145 votes)Michael R. Vance
39.0% (92 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 237 (31.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
67.0% (159 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
33.0% (78 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 145 (19.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
65.0% (94 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
35.0% (51 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 145 (19.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
56.0% (81 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (64 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 161 (21.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
58.0% (93 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
42.0% (68 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 199 (26.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
58.0% (115 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
42.0% (84 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
56.0% (67 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
66.0% (79 votes)David C. Morales
34.0% (41 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 138 (18.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
60.0% (83 votes)David C. Morales
40.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 199 (26.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
72.0% (143 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
28.0% (56 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
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FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to order and establish quorum of the board of directors2: Public comments from district residents and customers3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior board meeting, monthly financial reports, and check register4: Review and accept district engineer's report on water, sewer, drainage, and infrastructure facilities5: Consider and award district maintenance, construction, and equipment service contracts6: Consider district operator's monthly report, utility connection authorizations, and regulatory compliance filings7: Consider resolutions regarding district policies, rate orders, and administrative authorizations8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Open Meetings Act9: Reconvene in open session and take final action on executive session items10: Adjournment2026-10-19 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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 Expansion6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Pete BursonII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: J.T. AtkinsonIV: RecognitionsIV.A: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to Mrs. Heather Bowman for being recognized as the FISD Teacher of the Month for August. From her nomination: "Mrs. Bowman went above and beyond to help set our team up for a successful start to the school year. Before we even returned to campus, she thoughtfully prepared and organized important resourceV: Public HearingV.A: Overview and Discussion of the School Financial Integrity Rating System (FIRST) Rating Presenter: Eric Banfield Description: Mr. Banfield will lead a discussion and summary of the FIRST Rating for FISD. We are proud to announce that FISD earned an Superior A Rating again this year with a score of 94.VI: Public Comment — Members of the public are invited to make public comments on any matter included on the Board's posted agenda, including the Certificate of Compliance required by Texas Education Code Section 39.009 and the School FIRST Report Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in acVII: Superintendent ReportVII.A: Efficiency Audit Presentation Presenter: Josh Haney, Moak Casey Description: Moak Casey performed the Efficiency Audit that is required to be completed prior to a VATR Election. He will review the results of the audit and participate via zoom.VII.B: Update on TxEDCON 2026 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick will review the agenda for the TASA/TASB txEDCON Conference in Houston from October 8-October 11.VIII: Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionVIII.A: Minutes of August 17, 2026 - Regular Meeting Attachments: ( 1 ) 081726 Regular Meeting Minutes 9/10/2026 at 8:53 AMVIII.B: Minutes of August 17, 2026 - Public Hearing Attachments: ( 1 ) 081726 Public Hearing Meeting Minutes 9/10/2026 at 8:57 AMVIII.C: Donations Description: Donations for Girls Basketball and Trunk or Treat. Attachments: ( 5 ) Donation 3,000 9/10/2026 at 9:11 AM Donation 3368.36 9/10/2026 at 9:11 AM Donation Form - Joeris 9/10/2026 at 9:31 AM Donation Form - Nunn Electric 9/10/2026 at 9:31 AM Donation Form - O'Connell Robertson 9/10/2026 at 9:31 AMVIII.D: SHAC members for the 2026-2027 school year Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The attached SHAC members are presented for the 2026-2027 school year. Attachments: ( 1 ) 26-27 SHAC Members 9/10/2026 at 2:24 PMVIII.E: Out of State Trip — Rick Kirkpatrick - Institute for Education Innovation National Fall Summit — Charleston, SC — October 3-6, 2026 Attachments: ( 1 ) Out of State Trip Budget Request Form_KP_IEI 9/10/2026 at 4:30 PMIX: Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate ActionX: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionX.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Certificate of Compliance with Certain Laws Required by Texas Education Code Section 39.008 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Senate Bill (SB) 12 from the 89th Legislative Session addressed parental rights in public education and requires certification of compliance with provisions of the Education Code regarding (1) instruction and (2) diverX.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment #1 for the Installation of 3-Point Seat Belts on Three Existing Buses Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: As previously discussed, we will need to move money from fund balance to cover the cost of installing 3-point seat belts on three buses.X.C: Consideration and Possible Action to Pledge Florence ISD to the IEI (Institute for Education Innovation) Position Paper on Screens, Focus & Learning Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As a member of IEI, we have access to their position papers. One area of concern as a district who has infused technology in the classroom, is the blanket technology bans being discussed among politicians. FISDX.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Purchase of Library Books Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The attached list of books is to be used by the libarian to teach lessons during the library rotation. They will not be added to the collection but will be used for instruction. Attachments: ( 1 ) FES books for Consideration Aug- 26 9/10/2026 at 3:47 PMXI: Executive SessionXII: Action Taken from Closed SessionXIII: Items for Future Board MeetingsXIV: Reports (no board action required)XIV.A: Finance ReportsXIV.B: Enrollment/Attendance Report Attachments: ( 3 ) Enrollment Template 2026-2027 09082026 9/10/2026 at 8:51 AM Average Daily Attendance (District) (2) 9/10/2026 at 8:51 AM Enrollment w_Race & SpEd Totals TX (District) (5) 9/10/2026 at 8:51 AMXIV.C: Campus Reports Attachments: ( 3 ) FES Board Brief September 9/10/2026 at 9:20 AM FMS Board Brief September 9/10/2026 at 9:20 AM FHS Board Brief September 9/11/2026 at 3:52 PMXIV.D: Resignations/New Hires Attachments: ( 2 ) Resignations 20260921 9/10/2026 at 1:59 PM 20260921 Recommendations 9/10/2026 at 2:00 PMXIV.E: SHAC Report for the 2025-2026 school year Attachments: ( 1 ) SHAC Report 25-26 SY 9/11/2026 at 3:47 PMXV: Adjournment2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Anthony DeAugustineoII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Ed NavaretteIV: Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly AvrittIV.A: Student Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to Dixie Bradford who earned second place in the state on her agriscience fair project in the Environmental Services/Natural Resources Division I. She just completed 8th grade and we can't wait to watch all of her success at FHS. Congratulations to Mackenzie Atkinson, Cooper McAnelly, Aaley Ramirez, and IV.B: Staff Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: A special congratulations to FES 3rd grade teacher Janna Jackson for being named the Region 13 Elementary Teacher of the Year. Each year, all 53 school districts and 27 charter schools are invited to nominate both an elementary teacher of the year and a secondary teacher of the year. Janna was recognized as the top elemenV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a transVI: Superintendent ReportVI.A: 2025-2026 A-F Accountability Ratings Preliminary Results Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick will review the campus and district accountability results. The focus will be on the three domains that make up the rating and how each campus performed in each domain. The final analysis of the Texas Academic Performance Report will be provided in December or January, depending on wheVI.B: Discussion Regarding New UIL Rules Related to Heat Protocols and Procedures for Outdoor UIL Athletic and Marching Band Activities Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The UIL has established new required protocols for practice schedules for athletics and marching band. These protocols require the district to follow guidelines based on the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) for practices. The WeVI.C: Discussion Regarding Senate Bill 12 Requirements Incorporated in Texas Education Code §39.008 and Florence ISD Board Policy Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The Board of Trustees is required to approve a Certificate of Compliance with certain laws required by Texas Education Code §39.008. The board must certify that FISD has: 1. Reviewed local policies and procedures to ensure alignment wiVI.D: Discussion Related to Installing Fuel Tanks at the FISD Transportation Facility Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Currently, we fill our buses and white fleet at a gas station and pay market price. As requested by the board, Mr. West reached out to a company that installs fuel tanks and pumps for facilities similar to our transportation facility. Mr. Kirkpatrick will lead a discussion aboutVI.E: Safety and Security Committe Update Presenter: Jimmy Birch Description: As required by law, Mr. Birch will update the board regarding the Safety and Security Committee meeting held on August 3, 2026.VI.F: Discussion Regarding Voter Approval Tax Rate Election and Bond Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The District is recommending both a Voter Approval Tax Rate Election and a Bond Election to be held November 3, 2026. If both propositions pass, the tax rate levied by Florence ISD will remain the same as the approved total tax rate of $1.0182 for the 2025-2026 school year. The total taVII: Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionVII.A: Minutes of July 20, 2026 — Regular Meeting Attachments: ( 1 ) 072026 Regular Meeting Minutes 8/10/2026 at 8:15 AMVII.B: Minutes of July 20, 2026 — Public Hearing Attachments: ( 1 ) 072026 Public Hearing Meeting Minutes 8/10/2026 at 8:13 AMVII.C: Memorandum of Understanding with the Bell County Juvenile Services Department for the Discipline and Rehabilitation of JJAEP Students Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This is the annual agreement with Bell County Juvenile Services for JJAEP. Attachments: ( 2 ) Bell County JJAEP MOU-Signed 8/7/2026 at 2:51 PM Bell County JJAEP Signatures-Florence ISD 8/7/2026 at 2:51 PMVII.D: Resolution to Sanction the Extracurricular Status of the 4-H Organization and Adjunct Faculty Agreement with the Williamson County Texas 4-H Organization Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Each year, the board approves the attached resolution and Adjunct Faculty Agreement with the Williamson County 4-H Organization so that Florence ISD students participating in off-campus activities can receVII.E: Memorandum of Understanding with Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties Head Start for 2026-2027 Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: This is the annual MOU for Head Start. No changes from the previous year. Attachments: ( 1 ) 2026-2027 FISD_OWBC_ MOU_v01 8/10/2026 at 6:38 PMVII.F: 2026-2027 Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraisers Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The 2026-2027 T-TESS list of appraisers is attached for approval. Attachments: ( 1 ) FISD 2026-2027_Appraisers 8/7/2026 at 5:04 PMVII.G: 2026-2027 Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraisal Calendar Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The 2026-2027 T-TESS Appraisal Calendar is attached for approval. Attachments: ( 1 ) FISD 2026-2027_Appraisal Calendar 8/7/2026 at 5:07 PMVII.H: Consideration and Possible Action to Authorize FISD Staff to Transfer Budget Allocations Between Functions for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year as Needed, Provided There Is No Increase in the Total Amount of the Previously Approved Budget Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: During the year-end process, it is often necessary to transfer budget allocations between function codes. TransfeVII.I: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Legal Services Retainer Agreement with Walsh, Gallegos, Kyle, Robinson, & Roalson, P.C. Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Board Policy BDD (LOCAL) states that the Board shall retain an attorney or attorneys, as necessary, to serve as the District's legal counsel and representative in matters requiring legal services. Florence ISD has historicalVII.J: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Telephone Consultation Agreement with Eichelbaum, Wardell, Hanson, Powell & Munoz, P.C. Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This agenda item is similar to the Walsh Gallegos Retainer Agreement. We are allowed free telephone consultation with the attorneys from Eichelbaum, Wardell as long as the call does not extend past 20 minutes. In addition, wVIII: Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionXIII.C: Campus ReportsIX.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution Approving Compensation Increases for District Employees Contingent Upon Voter Approval of the Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) and the Refunding Bond Election to be Held on November 3, 2026 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This resolution and attached exhibits set forth the terms for compensation increases for FISD staff if thIX.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt the 2026-2027 School Year Budget Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: The 2026-2027 budget is presented for your consideration and approval. The budget is adopted at the functional level for the General Fund (Maintenance and Operating), the Child Nutrition Fund, and the I&S Debt Service Fund. The following schedules are included: • CombiIX.C: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Ordinance to Set the 2026-2027 Tax Rate Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: The District adopts a tax rate each year according to the State Comptroller’s Truth in Taxation guidelines. The tax rate is adopted after the budget is approved. The District has published its proposed tax rates in the required meeting-notice and the hearIX.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt an Order Calling for a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election to be held on November 3, 2026 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The attached order, if approved, will call for an election to approve the Adopted Tax Rate of $1.0182 per $100 of the taxable assessed value of property within Florence Independent School District. The maintenance and operations IX.E: Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt an Order Calling for a Refunding Bond Election to be held on November 3, 2026 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Similar to the previous agenda item, the attached order, if approved, will call for an election for the issuance of $1,450,000 of refunding bonds for the purpose of refinancing the principal of, interest on, and any redemption premium thaXIV: AdjournmentIX.F: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Election Agreement and Contract for Election Services with Williamson County for the November 3, 2026, Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Williamson County has once again agreed to serve as the Election Administrator for the November 3, 2026, election. The Election Administrator for Williamson County will serve as the Election AdministIX.G: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Election Agreement and Contract for Election Services with Bell County for the November 3, 2026, Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Bell County has agreed to serve as the Election Administrator for the November 3, 2026, election. The Election Administrator for Bell County will serve as the Election Administrator for our election. She IX.H: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Florence ISD Board of Trustees Advocacy Agenda for the 90th Texas Legislative Session Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The recommended advocacy agenda is attached for discussion and review. After being trained by the Texas Association of Rural Schools, instead of creating a bullet list, I tried to tell the story behind the request and how itIX.I: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Agreement for the Purchase of Attendance Credit (Option 3 in the Agreement) and to Delegate Contractual Authority to the Superintendent. For the 2026-2027 School Year, We Delegated Contractual Authority to Obligate the School District Under Texas Education Code (TEC) §11.1511(c)(4) to the Superintendent, Solely for the Purpose of Obligating the DistrIX.J: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Purchases More Than $50,000 From Funds Received through the JET Grant Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: FISD was awarded a JET Grant from the Texas Workforce Commission for $328,799. The grant requires a matching commitment from FISD of 5%, or $17,306. FISD will use these funds to purchase the equipment approved for purchase by the Texas WorkforcXIII.D: Resignations/New Hires Description: No teacher resignations Attachments: ( 1 ) 20260817 Recommendations 8/6/2026 at 2:36 PMXIII.E: Library Books Considered for Purchase Attachments: ( 1 ) FES_Scholastic Book Fair list_FALL 2026 8/11/2026 at 3:00 PMIX.K: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Number 2 with Joeris for the Meat Processing Lab Project, Including Delegation of Authority to the Superintendent to Finalize Negotiations and Execute the GMP Amendment Number 2 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: GMP #2 as provided by Joeris includes the cost to complete the renovation of the Meat Lab at FHS. If apprIX.L: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Adult Meal Prices for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Lillian Barnett Description: The Child Nutrition Department needs to raise adult meal prices in order to remain compliant with federal guidelines. This cost has not risen since 2022. The adult lunch cost will go up $.50 to $5.50 and the adult breakfast cost will go up $.25 to $3IX.M: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Florence for the School Resource Officers for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The cost to provide one SRO on each campus has remained unchanged since last year. The total cost is $234,968.07, up from $205,822.76 due to more experienced officers and raises. The SRO prograIX.N: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment #4 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: Budget transfers and amendments for the expected revenues and expenditures realized to close out the 2025-26 school year in preparation for the annual independent audit. The Board approves transfers and amendments for the General Fund, Debt Service Fund and the Child Nutrition FIX.O: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Proposal from Longhorn Bus Sales to Install 3-Point Seat Belts on Three Existing Buses in the FISD Fleet Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric West Description: As we have previously discussed, school districts in the State of Texas are required to ensure that all school buses are equipped with 3-point seat belts by September 1, 2029. TEA currently has a gX: Executive SessionXI: Action Taken from Closed SessionXII: Items for Future Board MeetingsXIII: Reports (no board action required)XIII.A: Finance ReportsXIII.B: Enrollment/Attendance Report Attachments: ( 4 ) Daily Enrollment Based on Date Range (District) 8/17/2026 at 10:49 AM Enrollment Template 2026-2027 08172026 8/17/2026 at 10:50 AM Enrollment w_Race & SpEd Totals TX (District) 08172026 8/17/2026 at 10:50 AM Enrollment w_Race & SpEd Totals TX (District) First Day 8/17/2026 at 10:50 AM2026-07-20 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Tim MarfellII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Jason EarpIV: RecognitionsV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a transVI: Superintendent ReportVI.A: 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget Report Presenter: Eric Banfield/Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Banfield will provide an overview of the expected budget for the 2026-2027 school year based on current information. The final budget will be presented in August for approval. Attachments: ( 1 ) July Budget PPpoint 07 2026 _ 2027 B3 7/13/2026 at 10:43 AMVI.B: Discussion Regarding VATRE and Proposed Bond Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: More information will be provided on the expected impact on taxpayers should both propositions be approved by the Board of Trustees and approved by the voters in November.VI.C: Accountability Update Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick will review the latest projections for campus and district accountability.VI.D: Discussion Regarding Texas Association of Rural Schools Directors Meeting Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick represented Region 13 at the TARS Regional Directors meeting last week and will update the board on their legislative priorities and what was gleaned from discussions with state leaders.VII: Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionVII.A: Minutes of June 15, 2026.VII.B: Minutes of July 6, 2026.VII.C: Central Texas College and Florence Independent School District Dual Credit Agreement for 2026-2027 and Amended Dual Credit Agreement for 2025-2027. Description: Annually, the Board approves the Dual Credit Agreement with Central Texas College. This year, they have added Elementary Statistics to the document. Attachments: ( 1 ) Dual Credit Agreement CTC_Florence ISD 2025.2027 FULL_AMENDMENT INCLUDEVII.D: Memorandum of Understanding with the Bell County Juvenile Services Department for the Discipline and Rehabilitation of JJAEP Students Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This is the annual agreement with Bell County Juvenile Services for JJAEP. The only change from last year is the highlighted portion that sets the number of assigned days for mandatory expulsions for certain offenses defined VII.E: Resolution to Sanction the Extracurricular Status of the 4-H Organization and Adjunct Faculty Agreement with the Burnet County Texas 4-H Organization Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Each year, the board approves the attached resolution and Adjunct Faculty Agreement with the Burnet County 4-H Organization so that Florence ISD students participating in off-campus activities can receive statVIII: Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the List of Honors Courses for UIL Eligibility Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Texas Administrative Code §74.30 identifies as honors classes courses that meet the requirements of the law (Texas Education Code §33.081(d)(1) in English Language Arts, Languages Other Than English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies and may be exempted from IX.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Add, Revise, or Delete (LOCAL) Policies as Offered by TASB Policy Service for Consideration and According to the Instruction Sheet for TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 127 with the Following Changes: BJCF(LOCAL): Superintendent — Nonrenewal CAA(LOCAL): Fiscal Management Goals and Objectives — Financial Ethics DC(LOCAL): Employment Practices DH(LOCAL): EmployIX.C: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Florence ISD Student Code of Conduct for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The Florence ISD Student Code of Conduct is presented with no changes from the previous year for approval. Attachments: ( 1 ) SCOC English 2026-2027 - Final 7/13/2026 at 10:57 AMIX.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Number 1 with Joeris for the Meat Processing Lab Project, Including Delegation of Authority to the Superintendent to Finalize Negotiations and Execute the GMP Amendment Number 1 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The total proposed cost for GMP #1 for the renovations at the meat lab is $340,585.00. This cost only incIX.E: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Rate for Payment for Accumulated Leave Upon Retirement Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: In 2025, the Board approved a revision to policy DEC(LOCAL) allowing for payment at a rate determined by the board for local accumulated leave. At the time this was approved, the board discussed paying $75 per accumulated local leave day, assuming the retirIX.F: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Amendment to the Contract with LPC Industries for the HVAC Upgrades in FISD Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Here is the final amendment to the contract for the HVAC Upgrade Project. Alternate #1 is now included in the total cost as is a $45,000.00 increase to the base cost. LPI has assured us that all units that have been delivered will be iX: Executive SessionX.A: (Tex. Gov't Code §551.076, §551.074, §551.071 and §551.129) A. Safety and Security — Deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices or to deliberate regarding a security audit and the recommendation to adopt the proposed Board Policy CKE(LOCAL), Emergency Plans, and Board Resolution. Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly AvrittXI: Action Taken from Closed SessionXI.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Confidential Staff to Carry Firearms While on District Property, Pursuant to Meeting Qualification Criteria Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: This measure is taken to continue the Guardian Program on all FISD campuses for the 2026-2027 school year. The Guardians considered for approval participate in requalification at the end ofXI.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution to Declare a Good Cause Exception to the House Bill 3 Armed Security Officer Requirement Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: House Bill 3 from the 88th Legislative Session and later codified in the Texas Education Code Section 37.0814, requires the board to ensure that at least one armed security officer is present during regular school XII: Items for Future Board MeetingsXIII: Reports (no board action required)XIII.A: Finance ReportsXIII.B: Enrollment/Attendance ReportXIII.C: Campus ReportsXIII.D: Resignations/New Hires Attachments: ( 2 ) 20260720 Recommendations 7/13/2026 at 10:37 AM Resignations 20260720 7/13/2026 at 10:37 AMXIII.E: FISD 2026-2027 Student Handbook and Campus Supplements Description: The Student Handbook and Supplements have been completed for the 2026-2027 school year. These documents do not require Board of Trustees approval and are only here as an information item. A summary of changes is also attached. Attachments: ( 5 ) FHS Handbook Supplement 2026-2027 - English - FINAL 7/13/2026 at 11:00 AM FMS HandbookXIV: Adjournment2026-07-06 • SPECIAL SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I: Call To Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by lawII: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionII.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Employment of a Director of Special Education and Federal Programs Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Three candidates were interviewed, and one candidate will be presented for approval.II.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Employment of an Instructional Coach for Florence Middle School Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Two candidates were interviewed for this position and one candidate will be presented for approval.II.C: Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution to Approve an Engagement Letter with Leon, Alcala, Morse & Reynolds, PLLC to Serve as Bond Counsel, a Law Firm with Substantial Experience Serving as Bond Counsel; Finding that Such Services are Specialized and Cannot be Adequately Performed by District Personnel or Other Counsel and that a Contingency Fee Contract is in the Best Interest of II.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Engagement Letter with Leon, Alcala, Morse & Reynolds, PLLC Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This item is only to be approved if a VATRE only is being considered. Attachments: ( 1 ) Florence ISD November 2026 VATRE Bond Election - Engagement Letter (VATRE Only) 7/6/2026 at 10:34 AMIII: Superintendent Report Presenter: Rick KirkpatrickIII.A: Discussion Regarding Three Year Budget Projections and Possible Means to Address Deficits Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick will lead a discussion focused on the three-year projected budget deficit, provide more details on a possible Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election, and discuss a possible bond package to refinance the Maintenance Tax Note to the Interest and SinkingIII.A.1: Discussion Regarding the HVAC Replacement Project Presenter: Rick KirkpatrickIV: Adjournment2026-06-15 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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VI: Superintendent ReportI: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Charlie GiddensII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: JT AtkinsonIV: RecognitionsV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a transVI.A: Information on 2026 txEDCON26 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Attachments: ( 1 ) txEDCON Schedule 2026 6/4/2026 at 12:49 PMVI.B: 2025-2026 Preliminary STAAR/EOC Report Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: We have received most of the preliminary data files for the STAAR/EOC tests completed during the 2025–2026 school year. I will provide an overview of our results and highlight areas of improvement and areas of decline. At this time, we cannot compare to state and/or regional results as those have not been released publVI.C: TASB Local Policy Update 127 First Reading Affecting (LEGAL) and (LOCAL) Policies: BJCF(LOCAL): Superintendent — Nonrenewal CAA(LOCAL): Fiscal Management Goals and Objectives — Financial Ethics DC(LOCAL): Employment Practices DH(LOCAL): Employee Standards of Conduct DP(LOCAL) Personnel Positions DPA(LOCAL): Personnel Positions — Principals DPB(LOCAL): Personnel Positions — Other Personnel PositionVI.D: 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget Report Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: Mr. Banfield will provide further updates on our expected budget for the 2026-2027 school year.VI.E: Information and Discussion about a Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick will provide an overview of the potential impact a Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election could have for the district and discuss the impact on our taxpayers.VI.F: Safety and Security Committee Update Presenter: Jimmy Birch Description: Mr. Birch will provide a summary of the most recent Safety and Security Committee meeting to the Board as required by law. Attachments: ( 1 ) Board SPRING 25-26 FISD - Safety And Security Meeting 6/4/2026 at 2:57 PMVII: Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionVII.A: Minutes of May 18, 2026. Attachments: ( 1 ) 051826 Regular Meeting Minutes 6/4/2026 at 11:40 AMVII.B: Successful Transition Education Program Williamson County Juvenile Services Memorandum of Understanding 2026-2027 Description: This is the annual MOU that authorizes FISD to place students in the Successful Transition Education Program Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (S.T.E.P. J.J.A.E.P). The cost is determined by the number of student days served during the actual year. AttachmentsVII.C: Donation(s) Description: Donation to Buffalo Bodega operations. Attachments: ( 1 ) FISD Donation Form 2026_Buffalo Bodega 6/9/2026 at 8:28 AMVII.D: Replacement of the Baseball and Softball Scoreboards — BSN Sports - BuyBoard Contract #766-25 - $73,520.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This quote will provide new scoreboards for the baseball and softball fields. The scoreboards will be moved so they are visible to all fans, which requires new trusses and the removal of the old trusses that support the current scoreboards. AttachmentVII.E: Resolution that Recognizes the Bell County Texas 4-H Organization as Approved for Recognition and Eligible for Extracurricular Status Consideration under 19 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 76.1 and an Adjunct Faculty Request from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This is an annual approval that allows our students who participate in Bell County 4-VIII: Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution to Select MoakCasey, LLC to Conduct the Required Efficiency Audit Before Holding a Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Prior to holding a Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE), Texas Education Code Section 11.184 requires an efficiency audit be performed not more than four months befoIX.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Revised Academic Calendar for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: In order to maximize classroom instruction prior to state testing, the calendar has been updated to include 175 instructional days for students. The previous calendar approved by the Board had 170 student instructional days. It is my recommendation that weIX.C: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Proposed Board Meeting Dates for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: FISD Board of Trustees meetings normally occur on the third Monday of the Month. Because of holidays, some meetings for the upcoming school year have been moved. Attachments: ( 1 ) Proposed 26_27 Board Meeting Dates 6/15/2026 at 5:39 PMX: Executive Session (Tex. Gov't Code §551.076, §551.074, §551.071 and §551.129)X.A: Safety and Security — Deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices or to deliberate regarding a security auditXI: Action Taken from Closed SessionXI.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Results of the Safety and Security Audit Survey for the 2026-2026 Audit Cycle Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Jimmy Birch Description: As required by Texas Education Code Chapter 37.108(c), FISD has completed all required safety and security audits. The Board of Trustees and the Superintendent are required to sign the report before submission to the TexXII: Items for Future Board MeetingsXIII: Reports (no board action required)XIII.A: Finance Reports Attachments: ( 1 ) JUNE 2026 Report _Investment and Finance Schedules 1 6/9/2026 at 8:00 AMXIII.B: Enrollment/Attendance Report Attachments: ( 2 ) Enrollment Template 2025-2026 05282026 6/4/2026 at 2:15 PM Average Daily Attendance (District) (1) 6/4/2026 at 2:15 PMXIII.C: Campus Reports Attachments: ( 3 ) FES Board Brief June 6/4/2026 at 10:25 AM FMS Board Brief June 6/4/2026 at 10:25 AM FHS June Board Update 6/4/2026 at 2:18 PMXIII.D: Resignations/New Hires Description: At the time of publishing, the district had no new hires or resignations. An updated spreadsheet will be shared with the board for any changes occurring before the board meeting.XIV: Adjournment2026-06-08 • SPECIAL SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I: Call To Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by lawII: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionII.A: FISD Board of Trustees Team of Eight Training Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Terry Smith Description: As required by the Texas Administrative Code, the Board of Trustees and the Superintendent will participate in three hours of team-building. Dr. Terry Smith from ESC 13 will serve as the trainer for this session.III: Adjournment2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Pete BursonII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Jason EarpIV: RecognitionsIV.A: Student Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: What a year. Tonight we are recognizing students from across campuses and extra-curricular and co-curricular activities for their exemplary performance in their respective competitions. Congratulations to the 8th Grade Boys Tennis Team for winning the district championship. This marks the fourth district championship for the 8th grade bIV.B: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to Mrs. Tess Gill for being selected as the FISD Teacher of the Month. From her nomination: Since joining our campus, she has jumped in with both feet and fully committed herself to helping our students grow academically and personally. She brings a tremendous level of energy, professionalism, and purposIV.C: Recognition of FISD Board of Trustees Outgoing Board Member Jeff Stone Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The Florence ISD Board of Trustees and the FISD staff honor outgoing board member Jeff Stone for his 15 years of service to the staff and students in Florence ISD. During his time on the board, he has been a part of substantial staff pay raises to make FISD competitive wV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a transVI: Superintendent ReportVI.A: Administer the Statement of Elected Officer and Oath of Office to the Newly Elected Members of the Board of Trustees Presenter: Doree Robinson Description: Each newly-elected trustee will receive a Certificate of Election in the name and by the authority of the State of Texas and issued by the Florence Independent School District. Article XVI, Section 1 of the Texas Constitution requires all electVI.B: Graduation Information Presenter: Dr. Russell Porterfield Description: Dr. Porterfield will provide an overview of the graduation ceremony.VI.C: 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget Report Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: Mr. Banfield will provide an overview of the expected budget for the 2026-2027 school year based on current information. This will be a draft presentation as the District is continuing to refine calculations. The Taxpayer Impact Statement is a new schedule required to be posted with the Board meeting notice,VI.D: Gifted and Talented Report Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Dr. Avritt will present an overview of the gifted program in FISD in conjunction with the required annual training on gifted education for FISD Board of Trustees. Attachments: ( 1 ) FISD School Board Gifted and Talented Training 5/11/2026 at 10:37 AMVI.E: TRS Active Care Rates for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: TRS has again raised the total premium payment for employees for the 2026–2027 school year. In the 2023-2024 school year, the cost to employees for the lowest-cost health plan was $395. At that time, the district paid $395 toward employee health insurance. In 2024-2025, the TRS premium payment rose to $445VII: Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionVII.A: Minutes of April 20, 2025 Attachments: ( 1 ) 042026 Regular Meeting Minutes 5/4/2026 at 1:01 PMVII.B: FMS Band Hall and Practice Room Renovation — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 - $149,127.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The scope of the project changed. Instead of replacing the carpet in the band hall, we will be installing VCT. We will install carpet in the practice room for sound absorption. This caused an increase in price from the one approved at the April BVIII: Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Elect Officers for the Florence ISD Board of Trustees Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Ed Navarette Description: In accordance with TASB Policy BDAA(LEGAL), at the first meeting following each election and qualification of Board members, the members of the Board shall organize by electing officers.IX.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Delegate and Alternate to the 2025 Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Delegate Assembly Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: TASB's 2026 Delegate Assembly will be held October 9, during txEDCON26 in Houston. Attending the Delegate Assembly gives the board the chance to participate in the democratic process that governs TASB. Delegates will IX.C: Consideration and Possible Action to Nominate a Trustee from the FISD Board of Trustees for the Region 13, Position B Seat on the TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Board Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: TASB is seeking nominations for the Region 13, Position B seat on their board. The position is currently held by Stephen Mackey from Blanco ISD who intends to seek reelection. The tIX.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution Suspending Board Policy CV(LOCAL) Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Change orders are a part of any construction project and need to be approved in a timely manner. Current board policy requires board approval for all change orders. I am asking that the Board suspend CV(LOCAL) and authorize me to approve change orders that do not incIX.E: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Job Order Contract (JOC) with Centrix Energy Partner (TIPS Contract #25010402) Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: A portion of the 2022 Bond Project that was eliminated to save costs was to replace the lighting in Florence Middle School with LED lighting. The District received quotes from two cooperative Job Order Contractors and Centrix offeredIX.F: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment Number 3 Presenter: Eric Banfield Description: Amend the budget for the Teacher Incentive Allotment Revenues and Expenditures, with Budget Transfers for Property Value Audit and Printing Equipment Costs. This Most Recent Property Value Audit for the 2023-24 School Year Tax Values Returned an Additional $214,563 in State Funding to the DIX.G: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Certification of Instructional Materials for 2026-2027. Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: In accordance with Texas Education Code 31.1011, local educational agencies (LEAs) are required to certify annually to the State Board of Education (SBOE) and the commissioner that students have access to instructional materials covering all Texas EssentIX.H: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Purchase of Library Books Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Per SB 13 and our library acquisition policy, the Board of Trustees must approve all donated or proposed library materials. The attached lists of books have undergone the district collection development process for any library material that students will have access to in the campusIX.I: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Revisions to Policy EIF(LOCAL) Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Russell Porterfield Description: The District recommends approval of a revision to Policy EIF(LOCAL) related to graduation requirements. The primary changes are as follows: For Local Early Graduates, the revised policy requires completion of all coursework and credit requirements necessary tIX.J: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Summer 2026 Work Schedule Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The District is proposing a summer schedule for 2026 that simplifies arrival and departure times and makes our staff available to students and parents during normal business hours. I recommend that professional employees work Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 4 pm. As a reminder,X: Executive SessionXI: Action Taken from Closed SessionXII: Items for Future Board MeetingsXIII: Reports (no board action required)XIII.A: Finance ReportsXIII.B: Enrollment/Attendance Report Attachments: ( 2 ) Enrollment Template 2025-2026 05062026 5/6/2026 at 11:18 AM ODS - Six Weeks Attendance Report for 2025 - 2026 5/6/2026 at 11:18 AMXIII.C: Library Books Proposed for Future Purchase Description: Attached are lists of library books to be considered for purchase. Attachments: ( 3 ) Elementary book list May 2026 5/7/2026 at 5:03 PM High School book list May 2026 5/7/2026 at 5:03 PM Middle School book list May 2026 5/7/2026 at 5:03 PMXIII.D: Campus Reports Attachments: ( 3 ) FES Board Brief (2) 5/6/2026 at 11:21 AM FMS Board Brief (2) 5/6/2026 at 11:21 AM FHS Board Brief 5/7/2026 at 4:15 PMXIII.E: Resignations/New Hires Description: The attached list of new staff hires is current through May 7, 2026. If additional hires are made or resignations received during the time period between May 7 and the Board meeting, an updated list will be presented. Attachments: ( 1 ) 20260518 Recommendations 5/18/2026 at 1:42 PMXIV: Adjournment2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION
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XI: Action Taken from Closed SessionI: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Anthony DeAugustineoII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Ed NavaretteIV: Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly AvrittIV.A: Student Recognition Description: Congratulations to the 8th Grade Boys Football Team for winning the district championship this year. We had to wait until now to recognize them because many of them were involved in basketball as well and could not attend a board meeting. These athletes gave their all this year and were rewarded with the District Championship. Congratulations to the 8th Grade Boys IV.B: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The FISD Teacher of the Month for March is Mrs. Amanda Merrell. She has made a tremendous impact in a short amount of time at Florence High School. As a first-year theater arts teacher, she has completely rebuilt our theater program. She has invested countless hours preparing students, developing productions, and outfitXII: Items for Future Board MeetingsXIII: Reports (no board action required)XIII.A: Finance Reports Attachments: ( 1 ) APRIL 2026 Report _Investment and Finance Schedules 4/14/2026 at 1:03 PMV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a transVI: Superintendent ReportVI.A: Discussion Related to Summer 2026 Project List Using Remaining Bond Funds and Interest Earned from the 2022 and 2024 Bonds Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick will review the attached spreadsheet to explain any new items added to the list and the expenses associated with each. Attachments: ( 1 ) Project List Updated 4_14 4/20/2026 at 4:17 PMVI.B: Discussion Regarding Various Options to Increase Revenue in the Maintenance and Operation Budget for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: As we are working through the budget building process for the 2026-2027 school year, it appears that we will once again be facing a budget deficit in FISD. This deficit is likely to occur even if no raises are offered VI.C: Annual Announcement of Board Training Hours by Board President Description: As required by state law, the Board President will read a summary of Board Member Training Hours for the previous year.VII: Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionVII.A: Minutes of March 23, 2026 - Regular MeetingVII.B: Minutes of April 1, 2026 - Special CalledVII.C: Donation(s) Attachments: ( 1 ) Asst League of Georgetown Donation 4/14/2026 at 10:22 AMVII.D: Audit Engagement Letter with Lott, Vernon, & Company, P.C. for the Year Ending August 31, 2026 Presenter: Eric Banfield Description: Auditor will audit the financial statements of the governmental activities, the business-type activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information, including the disclosures, which collectively comprise the basic financial statements of Florence XIII.B: Enrollment/Attendance Report Attachments: ( 2 ) Enrollment Template 2025-2026 04092026 4/13/2026 at 8:26 AM ODS - Six Weeks Attendance Report for 2025 - 2026 4/14/2026 at 1:19 PMVII.E: Florence ISD AG Building Meat Processing Environmental Services and Demolition - 1 Priority Environmental Services — TIPS Contract #25100202 - $124,875.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: To prepare the meat lab at FHS for renovations, 1 Priority Environmental Services will provide environmental remediation and demolition. Environmental testing revealed that mold counts are above acceptablVII.F: FISD Light Pole Replacement Project at FHS and FMS — Gerald Nunn Electric - TIPS Contract #260104 — $115,952.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The light poles in the FHS parking lot are rusting and need to be replaced. The new light poles will be similar to the poles installed on the band practice field and will have two fixtures per pole to provide additional lighting. (Currently one fiVII.G: Florence ISD Stadium Lot New Asphalt and Fire Lane Restriping at FHS and FMS - PAVECON - Buyboard Contract #700-23 - $245,615.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The parking lot between FMS and the stadium is damaged beyond repair and needs to be replaced. This proposal from PAVECON will provide for a new cement-stabilized asphalt parking lot and pavement markings as well as new fire lane VII.H: Florence ISD Maintenance Barn — Jamail & Smith Construction - TIPS Contract #25050402 — $152,466.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This TIPS Job Order Contract (JOC) proposal will provide for the construction of a new 25' x 50' x 10' metal building for storage of maintenance equipment behind their new office. The metal building will have two open bays and one enclosed bay and will allow VII.I: FMS Band Hall and Practice Room Renovation — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 - $133,192.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The FMS Band Hall still has the original carpet from when it was built. The carpet is in very bad shape and cleaning it has not removed the odor. The florescent lights will be replaced with LED fixtures and the ceiling tile will be replaced as weVII.J: FMS Kitchen Epoxy Flooring Installation — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 — $74,456.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The tile floor in the kitchen at FMS is broken in places and the health department has cited it in their inspection. The flooring to be used is epoxy flooring like the flooring we used in the kitchen at the new elementary school. It will hold up muchXIII.C: Campus Reports Attachments: ( 3 ) FES Board Brief April 4/13/2026 at 8:29 AM FMS Board Brief April 4/13/2026 at 8:29 AM FHS Board Brief April 4/13/2026 at 8:29 AMXIII.D: Resignations/New Hires Attachments: ( 2 ) 20260420 Recommendations 4/20/2026 at 4:01 PM Resignations 20260420 4/20/2026 at 4:01 PMXIV: AdjournmentVII.K: Stampede Stadium Press Box Refresh Project - Jamail & Smith Construction - TIPS Contract #25050402 - $46,232.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The press box at Stampede Stadium is desperately in need of an update. The carpet is coming apart at the seams, the ceiling is sagging and broken, and the walls need painting. After the donation of the HVAC system for the press box and the new winVII.L: FHS Cafeteria Refresh Project — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 - $119,740.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The cafeteria at FHS is used as a common meeting place for school functions and theater performances. It is also used by the public. In order to ensure that the cafeteria continues to be a highlight for the district, we are requesting that the entire cafeteriVII.M: FHS Library Refresh Project — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 — $141,104.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The library at FHS needs to be updated. The flooring is original and despite steam cleaning, remains stained and dirty. The walls need to be repainted and the lighting upgraded to LED. The district recommends replacing the ceiling tiles as well. As the library VII.N: Student Computer Replacement - CDWG - TIPS Contract #230105 (Device) and Texas Software DIR-CPO-6363 (Configuration) - $292,950.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The student laptops currently in use at FHS and FMS are due for replacement as they were purchased in 2020. The cost above is for 600 new 14" touchscreen laptops and the associated costs to configure them. Attachments: ( 1 ) CDWVII.O: FHS Main Office Carpet Replacement — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 — $49,517.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: When the FHS front office was remodeled in 2019, new carpeting was not installed throughout. This project will replace the original carpet in the front office not previously replaced in 2019 to provide a uniform appearance. The carpet being replaced has bVII.P: Baseball and Softball Bleachers — The Park and Facilities Catalog - Buy Board Contract #781-25 — $60,266.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: We currently do not have enough seating for all the fans at the baseball and softball games. This project will add new bleachers with more seating capacity to replace the fiberglass bleachers and the portable bleachers. Attachments: ( 1 ) Bleachers SaVIII: Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX.A: Consideration and Possible Action Regarding Construction Manager At-Risk for the Florence High School Meat Processing Lab Project, Including Delegation of Authority to the Superintendent to Finalize Negotiations and Execute the Contract Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Two proposals were received on April 20, 2026, and were scored by the scoring committee. The average of the scores is inclIX.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Authorize Filing of Motion to Intervene in PUCT Docket No. 59475 (Bell County East to Big Hill 765 kv Line), Oncor Proposed Transmission Line Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As shown in the attached map, one of the proposed transmission lines would run just north of the Florence Elementary School. Our community has voiced their concern that this could IX.C: Consideration and Possible Action Regarding Selection of an Environmental Abatement Services Provider for the Agricultural Facility Renovation Project and Delegate Authority to the Superintendent to Negotiate and Enter Into a ContractIX.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Out-of-State Trip for the Assistant Superintendent Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As a member of IEI (Institute for Education Innovation), the district is able to send one administrator at very little cost to the district to three conferences hosted by IEI. The 2026 District Leaders Connect Conference is being held in Denver, Colorado, fromIX.E: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Out-of-State Trip for HOSA Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: HOSA students will attend the HOSA International Leadership Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. Four total students plus the advisor will be attending the conference, with one student having earned the right to compete in the competition after advancing from the state competition. TIX.F: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment Number 2 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Attachments: ( 1 ) Budget Amendment_Fund Calc FISD 2026 No TWO 4/14/2026 at 1:51 PMIX.G: Consideration and Possible Action to Add the Position of Coordinator of College, Career, and Student Success at Florence High School for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As the Texas Education Agency continues to make changes to CTE course sequencing and offerings as well as the changes to CCMR, the district recommends adding this position so we have a dedicated iX: Executive Session2026-04-01 • SPECIAL SESSION
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III: AdjournmentI: Call To Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by lawII: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionII.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Out-of-State Trip for the Superintendent Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: I have been invited to attend the Innovamat SUMA Summit in Mexico City, Mexico, from April 21–25. The summit is for educational leaders from the US and Mexico designed to be transformative, guiding participants from reflection to action while expanding their strategic vII.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Employ an Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: A committee comprised of two parents, the high school and middle school principal, the assistant superintendent, the superintendent, and two FISD board members interviewed seven candidates in the first round of interviews on Monday, March 23. Following those interviews,2026-03-23 • REGULAR SESSION
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Charlie GiddensII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Jeff StoneIV: RecognitionsIV.A: Student Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to the members of the Buffalo Band who advanced to the UIL Solo and Ensemble State Contest: Braeden Seaboch - Flute Solo Jane Gower - Percussion Solo Saxophone Quartet — Betsy Bradford, Anna Castillo, Aaron Williams, and Esperanza Tapp Brass Quintet - Celeste Bradford, Cristopher Gomez, Sebastian Gomez, IV.B: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to Mrs. Jessica Kuehne for being selected as the FISD Teacher of the Month. From her nomination: Mrs. Kuehne is the embodiment of selflessnes and dedication, making her a truly deserving choice for Teacher of the Month. Whether she is going above and beyond to help a student reach their full potential orV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a transVI: Superintendent ReportVII: Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionVII.A: Minutes of February 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Attachments: ( 1 ) 022326 Regular Meeting 3/4/2026 at 10:27 AMVIII: Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Proposal from SustainED to Support Bluebonnet K-5 Implementation, K-5 Math Planning, and Secondary Math Planning Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: FISD was awarded the LASO (Learning Acceleration and Support Opportunities) IV LIFT (Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas) grant in the amount of $486,000.00. As a requirement of the grIX.B: Consideration and Possible Action Regarding the Delivery Method of Construction Services Pursuant to Texas Government Code Ch. 2269 for the Agricultural Facility Renovation Project Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The meat market has extensive moisture issues caused by a lack of a de-humidification system and failed seals in the 27 year old freezer and coolers, as well as the thermal insulIX.C: Consideration and Possible Action Regarding Selection of a Design Professional for the Agricultural Facility Renovation Project and Delegate Authority to the Superintendent to Negotiate and Enter into a Contract Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: O'Connell Robertson recently completed the design and oversaw construction of the 2023 Hail Damage and HVAC Replacement Project and recently compleIX.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Submit a Staff Development Waiver for the Upcoming 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The Staff Development Minutes Waiver allows districts to train staff on various educational strategies designed to improve student performance in lieu of student instruction during the school year. The waiver provides for a maximum of 2,100 total waIX.E: Consideration and Possible Action to File a Missed School Days Waiver Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Districts or campuses may request a waiver for excused absences if full instructional days are missed due to unanticipated issues related to inclement weather, health, safety, or other unanticipated situations. If the district missed additional instructional days beyond the two days made IX.F: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Letter of Agreement with the Central Texas Food Bank to Establish the Feeding Futures School Pantry Program within FISD. Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The purpose of the Feeding Futures School Pantry Program (FFSPP) is to alleviate child hunger by providing immediate access to nutritious food for children and their families in convenient, fX: Executive SessionX.A: Personnel, Texas Government Code §551.074 (If needed) Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The Board of Trustees will meet in Executive Session to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.XI: Action Taken from Closed SessionXI.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Teacher Contracts for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The list provided includes all employees recommended for a Chapter 21 contract or a District of Innovation term contract as indicated for each employee. Attachments: ( 1 ) Teacher Contract Recommendations Only 3/4/2026 at 1:57 PMXII: Items for Future Board MeetingsXIII: Reports (no board action required)XIII.A: Finance Reports Attachments: ( 1 ) March 2026 Report _Investment and Finance Schedules 3/6/2026 at 3:43 PMXIII.B: Enrollment/Attendance Report Attachments: ( 2 ) Enrollment Template 2025-2026 03042026 3/4/2026 at 10:24 AM Enrollment w_Race & SpEd Totals TX (District) (4) 3/4/2026 at 10:24 AMXIII.C: Campus Reports Attachments: ( 3 ) FES Board Brief 3/6/2026 at 1:11 PM FMS Board Brief 3/6/2026 at 1:11 PM FHS Board Brief 3/6/2026 at 1:11 PMXIII.D: Library Books Proposed for Future Purchase Attachments: ( 1 ) Proposed Book List_FES_MARCH 3/6/2026 at 3:44 PMXIII.E: Resignations/New Hires Attachments: ( 1 ) Resignations 20260323 3/6/2026 at 3:34 PMXIV: Adjournment2026-02-23 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from FLORENCE ISD BoardBook public portal.
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Ed NavaretteII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Jason EarpIV: RecognitionsIV.A: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: FISD Teacher of the Month is Destiny Noles from Florence Elementary School. From her nomination: "Ms. Noles is recognized for her incredible dedication, strong work ethic, and unwavering commitment to our students. She shows up every single day ready to give her best, embraces change with a positive and growth-minded atV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a transVI: Superintendent ReportVI.A: Interim Assessment Report Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Attachments: ( 1 ) FISD Assessment Scoreboard 2/23/2026 at 3:39 PMVI.B: Special Education Department Update Presenter: Rachael Hull Attachments: ( 1 ) SPED board Presentation 2/9/2026 at 12:59 PMVI.C: Three-Point Seat Belt Report Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: In accordance with Transportation Code §547.701, the following must be presented in a public meeting: 1) the number of buses operated by the school system that are not equipped with seat belts, the number that are equipped with two-point seat belts, and the number that are equipped with three-point seat belts; 2) The estimated cVII: Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionVII.A: Meeting Minutes of January 22, 2026 - Public Hearing Attachments: ( 1 ) 012226 Public Hearing 2/9/2026 at 3:20 PMVII.B: Meeting minutes of January 22, 2026 — Regular Meeting Attachments: ( 1 ) 012226 Regular Meeting 2/9/2026 at 3:19 PMVII.C: Meeting Minutes of February 2, 2026 - Special Called Attachments: ( 1 ) 020226 Special Called Meeting Minutes 2/9/2026 at 3:22 PMVII.D: Security Camera Replacement Project - Aerowave Technologies LLC - Buy Board Contract # 751-24 - $309,446.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Using remaining bond funds, FISD proposes to replace and upgrade our security cameras at Florence High School and Florence Middle School. The existing cameras are a mixture of analog and out-of-date digital cameras that will be replaced with Avigilon VII.E: Stage Lighting and Controls Replacement Project at Florence High School — Texas Scenic Company - Buy Board Contract #752-24 - $159,850.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The stage lighting at FHS does not work and cannot be repaired due to age and the inability to procure replacement parts. The replacement project includes a new control panel and LED lights. The District will use remaininVII.F: Florence High School Cafetorium AV Replacement Project — Telepro Communications - Buy Board Contract #230105 — $195,550.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The District proposes Telepro Communications to install a new Audio/Visual system in the Florence High School Cafeteria. This project will include the installation of a new sound system that can be heard in all areas of the cafeteria wiVIII: Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionIX.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution Requiring Every Campus of the District to Provide Students and Employees with an Opportunity to Participate in a Period of Prayer and Reading of the Bible or Other Religious Text on Each School Day in Accordance with the Law Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Texas Education Code §25.0823 was added by Senate Bill 11 in the 89th RegulaIX.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution Authorizing Payment to All District Employees on Emergency Closure Days Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The ice storm that impacted Florence ISD and surrounding areas in January necessitated the closure of all FISD facilities on January 26, 27, and 28, 2026. This resolution authorizes the superintendent to pay employees for these dIX.C: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Rankings of the Proposals for the 2026 HVAC Upgrades at Florence High School, Florence Middle School, and the Former Florence Elementary School and Authorize the Superintendent to Negotiate and Execute the Contract with the Highest Ranked Proposer, Provided There Are No Material Cost Changes to the Contract Included in the Procurement Package. If a IX.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Professional Contracts for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The attached list includes all Professional Contracts proposed for renewal for the 2026-2027 school year. Attachments: ( 1 ) 2026-2027 Prof Recommendations Only 2/5/2026 at 4:01 PMIX.E: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Administrator Contracts for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The attached list includes all Administrative Contracts proposed for renewal for the 2026-2027 school year. Attachments: ( 1 ) 2026-2027 Admin Recommendations Only 2/17/2026 at 4:08 PMIX.F: Consideration and Action to Approve an Out of State Trip for Dr. Russell Porterfield Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Dr. Porterfield was invited to join Central Texas College as their guest participant at the National Center for Inquiry and Improvement Rural Guided Pathway Institute to be held March 11-13 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This institute is designed to deepen partnerships betweIX.G: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Early Resignation Notice Incentive for Employees of Florence ISD Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As we discussed at the January Board Meeting, in order to incentivize teachers who are planning to retire or depart the district at the end of the school year, the District proposes a $1,000.00 Early Resignation Notice Incentive if the employee sIX.H: Consideration and Possible Action to Receive and Accept the Certification of Unopposed Candidates for the Florence ISD Board of Trustees Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Florence ISD Board of Trustees Places 1, 2, and 3 were up for election on May 2, 2026. The filing deadline was February 13, 2026, at 5 pm. Pete Burson is the only candidate to file for Place 1. Timothy Marfell is IX.I: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Order of Cancellation for the Board of Trustees Election on May 2, 2026 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As previously stated, all three places for the FISD Board of Trustees election are unopposed. As a result, this Order of Cancellation certifies that Places 1, 2, and 3 are unopposed and Mr. Pete Burson, Place 1, Timothy Marfell, Place 2, IX.J: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment Number 1 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: Amend the budget for additional state aid for Debt Service related to the additional Homestead Exemptions for 2025-26. Attachments: ( 1 ) Budget Amendment One _ Debt Service 2/17/2026 at 11:50 AMIX.K: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Bluebonnet Learning as the K-5 Reading/Language Arts Curriculum. Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Bluebonnet Learning is the state-developed curriculum for K-5 Reading/Language Arts curriculum. It has been approved through the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process, and SBOE approved it as a High-Quality InstIX.L: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Targeted Improvement Plan for Florence Elementary School and Florence Middle School Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: FISD was awarded the LASO 3 grant focused on Instructional Leadership for $109,150.00. The focus of the grant is to build capacity and support campus leadership in effective instructional leadership. FISD partX: Executive SessionXI: Action Taken from Closed SessionXII: Items for Future Board MeetingsXIII: Reports (no board action required)XIII.A: Finance ReportsXIII.B: Enrollment/Attendance Report Attachments: ( 2 ) Enrollment Template 2025-2026 02062026 2/9/2026 at 10:33 AM Enrollment w_Race & SpEd Totals TX (District) (3) 2/9/2026 at 10:33 AMXIII.C: Campus Reports Attachments: ( 3 ) FES Board Brief 2/12/2026 at 1:18 PM FMS Board Brief 2/12/2026 at 1:18 PM FHS Board Brief 2/12/2026 at 1:18 PMXIII.D: Resignations/New Hires Description: There were no resignations or new hires this month.XIII.E: Strategic Plan Update Attachments: ( 4 ) Highly-Effective Instruction 2/12/2026 at 4:36 PM High-Quality Curriculum & Instructional Materials 2/12/2026 at 4:36 PM Human Capital Systems 2/12/2026 at 4:36 PM Positive Culture 2/12/2026 at 4:36 PMXIV: Adjournment2026-02-02 • SPECIAL SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from FLORENCE ISD BoardBook public portal.
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I: Call To Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by lawII: Executive Session; Government Code §551.074 Presenter: Rick KirkpatrickII.A: Superintendent Performance EvaluationII.B: Superintendent Contract ReviewIII: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionIII.A: Consideration and Possible Action on Amending the Superintendent's Contract Presenter: Ed Navarette Description: If the Board of Trustees desires to amend the Superintendent's contract, a motion will be made detailing the changes.III.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Agreement to Conduct Joint Elections Between Florence ISD and the City of Florence Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This is the final election agreement required. This agreement establishes a common election day polling location. Attachments: ( 1 ) JOINT ELECTION AGREEMENT w CITY01860320260123152822 1/23/2026 at 3:29 PMIV: Adjournment2026-01-19 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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 Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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 Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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 Expansion6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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 Expansion6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2025-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE 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 Expansion6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings