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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Palo pinto County, TX
GORDON ISD
Population / Scale
240
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.9919
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$4.9M
+3.4% YoY • +20.5% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$10.85M
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: -2.6 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -6.4 pts
61.4 (C) → 55 (D)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.5%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+20.5% (5Y)
10Y: +51.1% • Since '00: +228.1%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
+0.1008
FY 22: $0.8911 → FY 27: $0.9919
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 61.4 (C)'10: 59.2 (D)'17: 57.6 (D)'22: 56.6 (D)'27: 55 (D)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $1.5M'10: $2.3M'17: $3.2M'22: $4.0M'27: $4.9M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
BC
Brett Clark
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
hcampbell@gordonhorns.net
BT
Brett Trigg
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
hcampbell@gordonhorns.net
DK
Dr Kathy Culbertson
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
hcampbell@gordonhorns.net
JK
Jim Kostiha
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
hcampbell@gordonhorns.net
LJ
Laura Jones
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
hcampbell@gordonhorns.net
SK
Sarah Knight
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
hcampbell@gordonhorns.net
SW
Stacey Wyatt
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
hcampbell@gordonhorns.net
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 55 (D)• Adopted Sep 23, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — GORDON ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($4,880,633) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.991900 per $100 valuation) for GORDON ISD. Source: Adopted FY 2027 Tax Rate Ordinance (GORDON ISD).
Total Appropriation
$4.9M
General Fund
$3.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$20,336
Public Safety: $0.1M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.8M (38%)
Public Works: $0.6M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9919 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 56 (D)• Adopted Aug 26, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — GORDON ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($4,720,148) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.991900 per $100 valuation) for GORDON ISD.
Total Appropriation
$4.7M
General Fund
$3.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$19,667
Public Safety: $0.1M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.7M (37%)
Public Works: $0.5M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9919 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.2% YoYFreedom Score: 56.1 (D)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — GORDON ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($4,560,529) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.991900 per $100 valuation) for GORDON ISD.
Total Appropriation
$4.6M
General Fund
$3.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$19,002
Public Safety: $0.1M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.7M (38%)
Public Works: $0.5M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9919 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+4.3% YoYFreedom Score: 56.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 3, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — GORDON ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for GORDON ISD (Palo pinto County) totaling $4,375,448. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.0009 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$4.4M
General Fund
$2.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$18,231
Public Safety: $0.1M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.7M (38%)
Public Works: $0.5M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0009 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.6% YoYFreedom Score: 56.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 3, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — GORDON ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for GORDON ISD (Palo pinto County) totaling $4,195,865. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.1871 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$4.2M
General Fund
$2.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.6M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$17,483
Public Safety: $0.1M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.6M (38%)
Public Works: $0.5M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.187128 / $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$4.88M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.2MPer Capita: $20,336Tax Rate: $0.9919Freedom: 55 (D)
Official PDFFY 2026$4.72M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.0MPer Capita: $19,667Tax Rate: $0.9919Freedom: 56 (D)
Official PDFFY 2025$4.56M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.0MPer Capita: $19,002Tax Rate: $0.9919Freedom: 56.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2024$4.38M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.9MPer Capita: $18,231Tax Rate: $1.0009Freedom: 56.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$4.20M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.7MPer Capita: $17,483Tax Rate: $1.187128Freedom: 56.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$4.05M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.7MPer Capita: $16,870Tax Rate: $0.8911Freedom: 56.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$3.87M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.5MPer Capita: $16,145Tax Rate: $0.902684Freedom: 56.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$3.67M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.4MPer Capita: $15,301Tax Rate: $0.920738Freedom: 57 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$3.51M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.3MPer Capita: $14,617Tax Rate: $0.93547Freedom: 57.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$3.35M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.2MPer Capita: $13,958Tax Rate: $0.940147Freedom: 57.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$3.23M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.1MPer Capita: $13,456Tax Rate: $0.936386Freedom: 57.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$3.09M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.0MPer Capita: $12,858Tax Rate: $0.941068Freedom: 57.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$2.94M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.9MPer Capita: $12,242Tax Rate: $0.938245Freedom: 58.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$2.79M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.8MPer Capita: $11,605Tax Rate: $0.939183Freedom: 58.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$2.64M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $10,989Tax Rate: $0.943879Freedom: 58.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$2.54M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $10,601Tax Rate: $0.945767Freedom: 58.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$2.45M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.6MPer Capita: $10,224Tax Rate: $0.954279Freedom: 58.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2010$2.35M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $9,785Tax Rate: $0.949508Freedom: 59.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2009$2.26M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $9,431Tax Rate: $0.94571Freedom: 59.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2008$2.15M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.4MPer Capita: $8,958Tax Rate: $0.950439Freedom: 59.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2007$2.04M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.3MPer Capita: $8,507Tax Rate: $0.947588Freedom: 59.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2006$1.93M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.3MPer Capita: $8,060Tax Rate: $0.950431Freedom: 60.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2005$1.86M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.2MPer Capita: $7,735Tax Rate: $0.94853Freedom: 60.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2004$1.78M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.2MPer Capita: $7,408Tax Rate: $0.949479Freedom: 60.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2003$1.71M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.1MPer Capita: $7,139Tax Rate: $0.944732Freedom: 60.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$1.63M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.1MPer Capita: $6,779Tax Rate: $0.945677Freedom: 60.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$1.56M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.0MPer Capita: $6,491Tax Rate: $0.943786Freedom: 61.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$1.49M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.0MPer Capita: $6,197Tax Rate: $0.949449Freedom: 61.4 (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 — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $4,3...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for GORDON 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 GORDON 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 — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $4,1...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for GORDON 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 — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $4,0...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $3,8...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for GORDON 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 GORDON 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 — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $3,6...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $3,5...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for GORDON 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 GORDON 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 — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $3,3...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $3,2...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for GORDON 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 GORDON 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 — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $3,0...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $2,9...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for GORDON 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 GORDON 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 — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $2,7...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — GORDON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for GORDON ISD totaling $2,6...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for GORDON 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 GORDON 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 (27)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-11-12
November 2025 GORDON ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 66 (18.9% of 350 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Sarah Knight WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Jim Kostiha WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Stacey Wyatt WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Brett Trigg WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Dr Kathy Culbertson WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Brett Clark WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2025-11-04
GORDON ISD 2025 November General & Bond Election
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (26.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
68.0% (82 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
32.0% (38 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
60.0% (72 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (48 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2021-11-02
GORDON ISD 2021 November General & Bond Election
SPECIAL BOND • 2021-05-01
GORDON ISD 2021 May Uniform Election
Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
Proposition 2 • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition 2: Athletic Facilities Improvements
Authorized Debt: $0.8M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $800,000 in bond obligations for Athletic Facilities Improvements....
Proposition 1 • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition 1: School Building & Buses
Authorized Debt: $12.0M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $12,000,000 in bond obligations for School Building & Buses....
UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (20.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
58.0% (70 votes)David C. Morales
42.0% (50 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (24.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
65.0% (78 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
35.0% (42 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (30.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
61.0% (74 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
39.0% (48 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (29.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
54.0% (65 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
46.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (17.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
54.0% (65 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
46.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (19.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
64.0% (77 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
36.0% (43 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (27.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
69.0% (83 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
31.0% (37 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (19.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
69.0% (83 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (37 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (18.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
59.0% (71 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (49 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 126 (31.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
72.0% (91 votes)Michael R. Vance
28.0% (35 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (26.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
30.0% (36 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
68.0% (82 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
32.0% (38 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
66.0% (79 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
34.0% (41 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (16.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
64.0% (77 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
36.0% (43 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
69.0% (83 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
31.0% (37 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (28.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
62.0% (74 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
38.0% (46 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)Michael R. Vance
30.0% (36 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (27.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)David C. Morales
43.0% (52 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (23.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
60.0% (72 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (48 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
67.0% (80 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
33.0% (40 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 GORDON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (24.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Laura Jones WINNER
65.0% (78 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
35.0% (42 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (324)
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GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2026-09-23 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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II: InvocationI: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student RecognitionsV: Fiscal Year 2026 Audit Presentation Presenter: Cameron Gulley, CPAVI: Public Hearing on Senate Bill 12, compliance with Texas Education Code §§ 11.005(c) and 28.0022(h), as required under Texas Education Code § 39.008.VII: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVIII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersIX: Reconvene to Open SessionX: Recommended ActionX.A: Routine BusinessX.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the August 26, 2026 meeting.X.B: New BusinessX.B.1: Discuss/Take Action on approval of Fiscal Year 2026 audit.X.B.2: Discuss/Take Action to approve the Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Texas Legislative Session).XI: Future BusinessXI.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XII: Adjourn2026-08-26 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student RecognitionsV: Aug 2026 Budget Workshop NOTICE OF BUDGET DISCUSSION AND TAXPAYER IMPACT STATEMENT As required by Texas Government Code Section 551.043(c) , notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2026-2027. Access to Proposed Budget: The most current proposed budget may be reviewed online on the main page of the DistVI: Public hearing to discuss/adopt 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate adoption.VII: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVIII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Safety and Security Review of the 2023-2026 Safety and Security Audit Review Good Cause ExceptionIX: Reconvene to Open SessionX: Recommended ActionX.A: Routine BusinessX.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the July 22, 2026 meeting.X.B: New BusinessX.B.1: Discuss/Take Action on Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Adoption.X.B.2: Discuss/Take Action on 2026-27 Tax Rate Adoption.X.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on 2025-2026 Final Budget Amendments.X.B.4: Discuss/Take Action on Public Funds Policy annual Resolution.X.B.5: Discuss/Take Action on request from the Conway Fund.X.B.6: Discuss/Take Action on donations for athletics, cheer and cafeteria.X.B.7: Discuss/Take Action on the 2023-2026 Safety and Security Audit as presentedX.B.8: Discuss/Take Action on Local Policy updates. EFB FD FM FNCEX.B.9: Discuss/Take Action on approval of Board Resolution for Good Cause ExceptionX.B.10: Discuss/Take Action on possible action to Endorse a Candidate for the TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Board of DirectorsXI: Future BusinessXI.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XII: Adjourn2026-07-22 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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IX.B: New BusinessIX.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the June 17, 2026 meeting.I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Property Values Hearing Presenter: Jessica Hendrickson, CBOV: July 2026 Budget Workshop NOTICE OF BUDGET DISCUSSION AND TAXPAYER IMPACT STATEMENT As required by Texas Government Code Section 551.043(c) , notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2026-2027. Access to Proposed Budget: The most current proposed budget may be reviewed online on the main page of the DisVI: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersVIII: Reconvene to Open SessionIX: Recommended ActionIX.A: Routine BusinessIX.B.1: Consider approval of the (GMP) Guaranteed Maximum Price for the construction project.IX.B.2: Consider approval of a “Notice to Proceed” to be issued for the construction project.IX.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on a resolution approving or disapproving the Erath County Appraisal District's proposed purchase/acquisition of real property pursuant to Texas Tax Code § 6.051IX.B.4: Discuss/Take Action on a resolution approving or disapproving the Erath County Appraisal District proposed/adopted budget pursuant to Texas Tax Code § 6.06(b), and authorizing filing of the resolution with the secretary of the Erath County Appraisal District Board of Directors.IX.B.5: Discuss/Take Action on 2026-2027 TTESS Calendar and TTESS Appraisers.IX.B.6: Discuss/Take Action on 2026-2027 Employee HandbookIX.B.7: Discuss/Take Action on 2026-2027 Student Code of ConductIX.B.8: Discuss/Take Action on approval of Resolutions regarding recognizing the Palo Pinto County Texas 4-H Organization as approved for recognition and eligible for extracurricular status consideration under 19 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 76.1, pertaining to extracurricular activities and adjunct faculty appointment.IX.B.9: Consideration and/or action to approve an Agreement for the Purchase of Attendance Credit (Option 3 Agreement) and to delegate contractual authority to the Superintendent.IX.B.10: Discuss/Take Action on Local Policy updates: DNA, FFAC and FNF.IX.B.11: Discuss/Take Action on Fiscal year 2026 Budget Amendments.IX.B.12: Discuss/Take Action on RMC Insurance Renewal.X: Future BusinessX.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XI: Adjourn2026-06-17 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student RecognitionsV: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVI: June 2026 Budget Workshop NOTICE OF BUDGET DISCUSSION AND TAXPAYER IMPACT STATEMENT As required by Texas Government Code Section 551.043(c) , notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2026-2027. Access to Proposed Budget: The most current proposed budget may be reviewed online on the main page of the DisVII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersVIII: Reconvene to Open SessionIX: Recommended ActionIX.A: Routine BusinessIX.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the May 13, 2026 meeting.IX.B: New BusinessIX.B.1: Discuss/Take action on the Palo Pinto County interlocal agreement for assessment and collection of property taxes.IX.B.2: Discuss/Take Action on Policy Update 127. (LEGAL) policies (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 POSITIONS EHADIX.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on approval of Final Construction Documents for the Gordon ISD projects as prepared by HPA Architects.IX.B.4: Discuss/Take Action on approval for advertisement and solicitation for competitive Proposals from subcontractors and Material Suppliers for the Gordon ISD projects. Description:IX.B.5: Discuss/Take Action on approval of OER Transition Plan for Bluebonnet Learning Instructional MaterialsX: Future BusinessX.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XI: Adjourn2026-05-13 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student RecognitionsV: Oath of Office for newly elected members.VI: Organization of the GISD Board of Trustees/Election of Officers. Nomination and Election of President Nomination and Election of Vice President Nomination and Election of SecretaryVII: Public report on seat belt requirements and associated costs/financial feasibilityVIII: Budget WorkshopIX: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportX: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersXI: Reconvene to Open SessionXII: Recommended ActionXII.A: Routine BusinessXII.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the April 15, 2026 meeting.XII.B: New BusinessXII.B.1: Discuss/Take Action on bank account signatures.XII.B.2: Discuss/Take Action on 2026-2027 contracts.XII.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on 2026-2027 ESC Region 11 Contracts.XII.B.4: Discuss/Take Action on 2026-2027 Allotment and TEKS certification form.XII.B.5: Discuss/Take Action on SB 546 compliance based on the public report on seat belt requirements and associated costs/financial feasibility.XIII: Future BusinessXIII.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XIV: Adjourn2026-04-15 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student RecognitionsV: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVI: Budget WorkshopVII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersVIII: Reconvene to Open SessionIX: Recommended ActionIX.A: Routine BusinessIX.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the March 25th and April 13th meetings.IX.B: New BusinessIX.B.1: Approval/Adoption of a building Code for Gordon ISD.IX.B.2: Approve/Adopt the Government issued Davis Bacon Wage Scale as issued for Palo Pinto County. Description:IX.B.3: Approval of Final Construction Documents for the Gordon ISD projects as prepared by HPA Architects. Description:IX.B.4: Approval of Cost estimate as presented by Crossland Construction Company. Description:IX.B.5: Approval for advertisement and solicitation for competitive Proposals from subcontractors and Material Suppliers for the Gordon ISD projects. Description:IX.B.6: Discuss/Take Action on 2026-2027 teacher contracts.IX.B.7: Discuss/ Take Action on giving Superintendent authority to accept resignations during legal period of 45 days from start date.IX.B.8: Discuss/Approve giving the Superintendent teacher hiring authority from now through August 31, 2026.IX.B.9: Discuss/Take Action on renewal of HSR Student Accident Insurance.IX.B.10: Discuss/Take Action on renewal of Agreement with Interquest Detection Canines for services.X: Future BusinessX.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XI: Adjourn2026-04-13 • SPECIAL SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I.B: GuestsII: InvocationI: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentIII: Public ForumIV: Reading of Board Training hours by the Board President. Presenter: Kathy Culbertson, Board President Description:V: Team of 8 Training with ESC Region 11 Presenter: Kelli Crain Description:VI: New BusinessVI.A: Discuss/Take action on HB 3 goals. Description:VII: Adjourn2026-03-25 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student RecognitionsV: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction Report Description:VI: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersVII: Reconvene to Open SessionVIII: Recommended ActionVIII.A: Routine BusinessVIII.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the February 18, 2026 meeting.VIII.B: New BusinessVIII.B.1: Discuss/Take Action on cancellation of the May 2, 2026 election.VIII.B.2: Discuss/Take Action on renewal of HSR Student Accident Insurance.VIII.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on the 2026-2027 contract for Megan Askew.VIII.B.4: Discuss/Take action on the TASB Superintendent of the Year nominee Resolution.IX: Future BusinessIX.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).X: Adjourn2026-02-18 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student Recognitions Presenter: Principal SalinasV: Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR) Presentation Presenter: Katie ElrodVI: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel Matters SecurityVIII: Reconvene to Open SessionIX: Recommended ActionIX.A: Routine BusinessIX.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the January 21 and February 11, 2026, meetings.IX.B: New BusinessIX.B.1: Discuss/Take Action Superintendent's Evaluation.IX.B.2: Discuss/Take Action Superintendent's Contract.IX.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on Interlocal Agreement with Palo Pinto ISD.IX.B.4: Discuss/Take Action on the 2026-2027 Calendar.IX.B.5: Discuss/Take Action on Senate Bill11 Resolution and Policy update. DGA (Local) FNA (Local)IX.B.6: Discuss/Take Action CM@R Proposals (Scoring & interviews) for the Construction Manager at Risk for the Construction Projects.IX.B.7: Approve the Superintendent to conduct Contract negotiations with the CM@R and contractual business as it relates to the construction project.X: Future BusinessX.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XI: Adjourn2026-02-11 • SPECIAL SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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VII.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public ForumIV: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Conduct interviews with selected Proposers for Construction Manager at Risk for the construction projects.V: Reconvene to Open SessionVI: New BusinessVI.A: Discuss/Take Action CM@R Proposals (Scoring & interviews) for the Construction Manager at Risk for the Construction Projects.VI.B: Approve the Superintendent to conduct Contract negotiations with the CM@R and contractual business as it relates to the construction project.VII: Future BusinessVIII: Adjourn2026-01-21 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student Recognitions Presenter: Jennifer SalinasV: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVI: Recommended ActionVI.A: Routine BusinessVI.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the November 12, 2025, and December 10, 2025, meetings.VI.B: New BusinessVI.B.1: Review the Bond Sale Results and Adopt the Order Authorizing the Issuance of the Bonds and Adopt the Resolution Allowing for ReimbursementVI.B.2: Discuss/Take Action on submitted Proposals, including Selection Criteria, Scoring Sheets & possible interviews, for the Construction Manager at Risk for the construction Project.VI.B.3: Order the May 2, 2026, General Election for GISD School Board.VI.B.4: Discuss/Take Action on Policy 126 update. (Legal) Policies (Local) Policies BE(LOCAL): BOARD MEETINGS BED(LOCAL): BOARD MEETINGS — PUBLIC PARTICIPATION CJ(LOCAL): CONTRACTED SERVICES CJA(LOCAL): CONTRACTED SERVICES - BACKGROUND CHECKS AND REQUIRED REPORTING CLE(LOCAL): BUILDINGS, GROUNDS, AND EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT - REQUIRED DISPLAYS CQB(LOCAL): TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES - CYBERSECURITY CQD(LOCAL): TECHVI.B.5: Discuss/Take Action on acceptance of a donation from Gordon First United Methodist Church for the library.VI.B.6: Discuss/Take Action on Budget Amendments related to the Bond election, Tornado Insurance and donations and Library donations.VI.B.7: Discuss/Take Action on out-of-state travel for FFA for the National Convention for the 2026–2027 school year.VII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersVIII: Reconvene to Open SessionIX: Future BusinessIX.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).X: Adjourn2025-12-10 • SPECIAL SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Recommended ActionIV.A: New BusinessIV.A.1: Discuss/Take Action on Project Delivery method for the new construction projects related to the 2025 Bond election.IV.A.2: Discuss/Take Action on Soliciting Proposals for Construction Management at Risk for the new construction projects related to the 2025 Bond election, utilizing a CM@R specification Package prepared by Harper Perkins Architects.IV.A.3: Discuss/Take Action on the setup of the 2026 Bond Construction Fund Bank Account with Clear Fork Bank-Gordon Branch, including account signs and non-signers.IV.A.4: Discuss/Take Action on approval of new library materials following the required 30-day public review period.IV.A.5: Discuss/Take Action on athletic invoices of replacement items using donation funds.V: Adjourn2025-11-12 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student Recognitions Presenter: Principal SalinasV: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.129 and 551.071, seek advice from legal counsel involving pending litigation related to Gordon ISD: Palo Pinto County et al. v. Arenisca Holdings, LLC et al ., Cause No. T22031, and In re: CM Resort LLC et al., Case No. 18-43168-elm11.VI: Reconvene to Open SessionVII: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVIII: Recommended ActionVIII.A: Routine BusinessVIII.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the October 14, 2025 meeting.VIII.B: New BusinessVIII.B.1: Discuss/Take Action on MultiRegion Purchasing Cooperative for 2026-2027.VIII.B.2: Discuss/Take action on casting votes for the Palo Pinto Appraisal District Board of Directors via resolution.VIII.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on additional track repairs using donation funds.VIII.B.4: Discuss/Take action on Hellas contract addendum for additional electrical work for $34,500.VIII.B.5: Consider and possible action regarding seeking of adjustment by Commissioner under Texas Education Code 48.267.VIII.B.6: The Consideration and approval of an order canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the November 4, 2025 bond electionIX: Future BusinessIX.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).X: Adjourn2025-10-14 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student Recognitions Presenter: Mrs. SalinasV: EB Program Evaluation Report Presenter: Katie ElrodVI: School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) Presentation Presenter: Jessica Hendrickson, CBOVII: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVIII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersIX: Reconvene to Open SessionX: Recommended ActionX.A: Routine BusinessX.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the September 29, 2025, meeting.X.B: New BusinessX.B.1: Discuss/Take Action on 2025-2026 District Improvement Plan.X.B.2: Discuss/Take Action on Summer Lunch Waiver and notify the SHAC-Student Health Advisory Committee.X.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on the Dec 25–May 26 probationary contract for Shawn Emery.X.B.4: Discuss/Take Action on giving the Superintendent authority to choose and sign a contract for an electricity provider based on the timing of the market for the best rate working with our Energy Advisor.XI: Future BusinessXI.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XII: Adjourn2025-09-29 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order and Announcement of Quorum Present by the PresidentI.A: Members Present/ Members AbsentI.B: GuestsII: InvocationIII: Public Forum Description: Members of the public who desire to address the board regarding an item must REGISTER for public comment. Registration will be accepted anytime between the time this agenda is posted online and up to 48 hours before the beginning of the board meeting. ThanksIV: Staff and Student RecognitionsV: 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Audit Presentation Presenter: Cameron Gulley, CPAVI: Administrative and Department Reports: Technology Athletics Principal Superintendent Financial Report Administrative Report Maintenance Report Transportation Report Construction ReportVII: Adjournment to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code: Personnel MattersVIII: Reconvene to Open SessionIX: Recommended ActionIX.A: Routine BusinessIX.A.1: Approval of the minutes for the August 27, 2025 meeting.IX.B: New BusinessIX.B.1: Discuss/Take Action on approval of the 2024-2025 Financial Audit by Cameron Gulley, CPAIX.B.2: Discuss/Take action on nomination for Palo Pinto County Appraisal District Board of Directors.IX.B.3: Discuss/Take Action on donation for the Library and Ag program.IX.B.4: Discuss/Take Action on resignation letters from Lagenea Dowell effective December 31, 2025, and Sherri Holder effective May 29, 2026.X: Future BusinessX.A: Approval of the date and time for the next board meeting(s).XI: Adjourn2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON 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 Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON 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: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
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 Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-02-17 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
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 Expansion5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-01-20 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2024-12-16 • REGULAR SESSION
GORDON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
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 Expansion