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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Willacy County, TX
LASARA ISD
Population / Scale
330
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$1.08633
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$6.8M
+3.4% YoY • +21.5% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$4.54M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -0.8 pts
1Y: -0.3 pts • 10Y: -1.9 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -5.3 pts
60.2 (C) → 54.9 (D)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.5%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+21.5% (5Y)
10Y: +53.8% • Since '00: +231.1%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.3082
FY 22: $1.3945 → FY 27: $1.0863
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 60.2 (C)'10: 58.3 (D)'17: 56.8 (D)'22: 55.7 (D)'27: 54.9 (D)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $2.1M'10: $3.2M'17: $4.5M'22: $5.6M'27: $6.8M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
EC
Eloy Castaneda
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
asalazar@lasaraisd.net
JC
Jennifer Carmona
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
asalazar@lasaraisd.net
JN
Joey Nieto
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
asalazar@lasaraisd.net
LR
Laura Rios
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
asalazar@lasaraisd.net
MS
Margot Salinas
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
asalazar@lasaraisd.net
RV
Rolando Velazquez
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
asalazar@lasaraisd.net
SP
Sylvia Perez
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
asalazar@lasaraisd.net
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 54.9 (D)• Adopted Sep 23, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — LASARA ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($6,844,405) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($1.086330 per $100 valuation: $0.782094 M&O + $0.304236 I&S) for LASARA ISD. Source: 2026–2027 TEA Maximum Compressed Rate (MCR) & Certified Tax Roll (Willacy County).
Total Appropriation
$6.8M
General Fund
$4.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.5M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$20,741
Public Safety: $0.0M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.5M (37%)
Public Works: $0.8M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.2M
Administration: $1.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.08633 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 55.2 (D)• Adopted Sep 14, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — LASARA ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($6,619,347) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($1.096200 per $100 valuation) for LASARA ISD.
Total Appropriation
$6.6M
General Fund
$4.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.4M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$20,059
Public Safety: $0.0M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.4M (36%)
Public Works: $0.8M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.2M
Administration: $1.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0962 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.0% YoYFreedom Score: 55.1 (D)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — LASARA ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($6,395,504) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($1.343800 per $100 valuation) for LASARA ISD.
Total Appropriation
$6.4M
General Fund
$4.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.4M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$19,380
Public Safety: $0.0M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.4M (37%)
Public Works: $0.8M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.2M
Administration: $1.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.3438 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+5.1% YoYFreedom Score: 55.4 (D)• Adopted Sep 2, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — LASARA ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for LASARA ISD (Willacy County) totaling $6,151,890. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.2812 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$6.2M
General Fund
$4.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.4M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$18,642
Public Safety: $0.0M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.3M (37%)
Public Works: $0.7M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.2M
Administration: $1.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2812 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.0% YoYFreedom Score: 55.5 (D)• Adopted Sep 2, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — LASARA ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for LASARA ISD (Willacy County) totaling $5,855,039. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.4028 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$5.9M
General Fund
$3.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.4M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$17,743
Public Safety: $0.0M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.2M (37%)
Public Works: $0.7M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.2M
Administration: $0.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.4028 / $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$6.84M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.4MPer Capita: $20,741Tax Rate: $1.08633Freedom: 54.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2026$6.62M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.2MPer Capita: $20,059Tax Rate: $1.0962Freedom: 55.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2025$6.40M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.2MPer Capita: $19,380Tax Rate: $1.3438Freedom: 55.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2024$6.15M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.0MPer Capita: $18,642Tax Rate: $1.2812Freedom: 55.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$5.86M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.8MPer Capita: $17,743Tax Rate: $1.4028Freedom: 55.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$5.63M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.7MPer Capita: $17,065Tax Rate: $1.3945Freedom: 55.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$5.34M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.5MPer Capita: $16,182Tax Rate: $1.416812Freedom: 55.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$5.07M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.3MPer Capita: $15,377Tax Rate: $1.432397Freedom: 56.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$4.86M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.2MPer Capita: $14,724Tax Rate: $1.440991Freedom: 56.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$4.64M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.0MPer Capita: $14,053Tax Rate: $1.461165Freedom: 56.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$4.45M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.9MPer Capita: $13,488Tax Rate: $1.464087Freedom: 56.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$4.21M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.8MPer Capita: $12,772Tax Rate: $1.474336Freedom: 57 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$4.06M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.7MPer Capita: $12,315Tax Rate: $1.481708Freedom: 57.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$3.85M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.5MPer Capita: $11,671Tax Rate: $1.481708Freedom: 57.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$3.70M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.4MPer Capita: $11,224Tax Rate: $1.48319Freedom: 57.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$3.53M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.3MPer Capita: $10,688Tax Rate: $1.496539Freedom: 57.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$3.38M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.2MPer Capita: $10,256Tax Rate: $1.490553Freedom: 58 (D)
Official PDFFY 2010$3.21M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.1MPer Capita: $9,715Tax Rate: $1.4831Freedom: 58.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2009$3.04M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.0MPer Capita: $9,207Tax Rate: $1.484583Freedom: 58.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2008$2.93M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.9MPer Capita: $8,877Tax Rate: $1.489037Freedom: 58.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2007$2.77M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.8MPer Capita: $8,400Tax Rate: $1.494993Freedom: 59 (D)
Official PDFFY 2006$2.66M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $8,059Tax Rate: $1.500973Freedom: 59.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2005$2.56M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $7,767Tax Rate: $1.512981Freedom: 59.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2004$2.43M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.6MPer Capita: $7,368Tax Rate: $1.51752Freedom: 59.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2003$2.34M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $7,094Tax Rate: $1.512967Freedom: 59.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2002$2.23M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $6,762Tax Rate: $1.519019Freedom: 59.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2001$2.15M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.4MPer Capita: $6,510Tax Rate: $1.514462Freedom: 60.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$2.07M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.4MPer Capita: $6,264Tax Rate: $1.528092Freedom: 60.2 (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 — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $6,1...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for LASARA 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 LASARA 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 — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $5,8...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for LASARA 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 — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $5,6...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $5,3...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for LASARA 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 LASARA 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 — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $5,0...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $4,8...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for LASARA 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 LASARA 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 — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $4,6...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $4,4...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for LASARA 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 LASARA 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 — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $4,2...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $4,0...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for LASARA 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 LASARA 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 — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $3,8...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for LASARA ISD totaling $3,7...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for LASARA 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 LASARA ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2011 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03
May 2025 LASARA ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 66 (18.9% of 350 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Jennifer Carmona WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Eloy Castaneda WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Laura Rios WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Margot Salinas WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Rolando Velazquez WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Sylvia Perez WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (29.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
55.0% (66 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
45.0% (54 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (29.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)David C. Morales
30.0% (36 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (16.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
43.0% (52 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (19.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
59.0% (71 votes)David C. Morales
41.0% (49 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (26.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)Michael R. Vance
30.0% (36 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
60.0% (72 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
40.0% (48 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (19.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
66.0% (79 votes)Michael R. Vance
34.0% (41 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (27.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
62.0% (74 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
38.0% (46 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
71.0% (85 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (35 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (30.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
63.0% (77 votes)Michael R. Vance
37.0% (45 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (30.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
61.0% (74 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
39.0% (48 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
68.0% (82 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
32.0% (38 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
71.0% (85 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
29.0% (35 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (24.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
59.0% (71 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (49 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (28.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
62.0% (74 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
38.0% (46 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (30.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
68.0% (83 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
32.0% (39 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (24.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
60.0% (72 votes)Michael R. Vance
40.0% (48 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 126 (31.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
58.0% (73 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
42.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (20.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
62.0% (74 votes)David C. Morales
38.0% (46 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
54.0% (65 votes)Michael R. Vance
46.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (23.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
56.0% (67 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
44.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
72.0% (86 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (34 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
54.0% (65 votes)David C. Morales
46.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 LASARA ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Joey Nieto WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)David C. Morales
30.0% (36 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (333)
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LASARA 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: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2026-09-30 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Discussion and possible action to purchase JET GRANT HVAC supplies for CTE classroom that exceed 25,000.00. Presenter: Adrian Montemayor Description: This is being brought forward for board approval on all HVAC equipment that exceeds the superintendent's spending limit. The current superintendent's spending limit is $25,000.5: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc6: Discussion on Hiring of Contracted Personnel Description: CTE Teacher Paraprofessional7: Open Session8: Action on Hiring of Contracted Personnel9: Adjournment2026-09-23 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc4.A: Conduct interview(s) of applicant(s) for superintendent position, and consider and discuss same, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.4.B: Consultation with legal counsel regarding issues related to employment of new superintendent, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129.5: Open Session5.A: Take action, if any, regarding Superintendent Search process5.B: Consider and take possible action to name lone finalist for Superintendent position.6: Adjournment2026-09-16 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc4.A: Conduct interview(s) of applicant(s) for superintendent position, and consider and discuss same, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.4.B: Consultation with legal counsel regarding issues related to employment of new superintendent, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129.5: Open Session5.A: Take action, if any, regarding Superintendent Search process5.B: Consider and take possible action to name lone finalist for Superintendent position.6: Adjournment2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance14: Discussion and Possible Action on MOU with Communities Against Substance Abuse (CASA) Presenter: Ashley Tello / Rosalie Tristan15: Superintendent's Report3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Approval of Consent Agenda In order to promote efficient meetings, the Board may act upon more than one item by single vote through the use of the consent agenda. Consent items shall be items placed on the Agenda for which no Board discussion is anticipated and for which the Superintendent recommends approval. Prior to the meeting, at the request of any member of the Board of Trustees, any item 4.A: Minutes4.B: Monthly Financial Report4.C: Budget Amendments and Expenditures Report4.D: LSIP FY 2025-2026 Summary4.E: Tax Levy Adjustments and Collections Report5: Discussion and Approval of Disaster Pennies Resolution Presenter: Mr. Montemayor6: Discussion and Possible Action to Adopt Tax Rates and Discounts for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Mr. Montemayor7: Report on Collection Rate for Debt Service and Excess Collection Presenter: Mr. Montemayor8: Approval of 2026-2027 T-TESS & T-PESS Certified Appraisers Presenter: Mr. Montemayor Description: 2026-2027 T-TESS Certified Appraisers Adrian Montemayor, Primary Angela Perez, Primary Cynthia Ramos, Secondary T-PESS Certified Appraisers9: Discussion and possible action to approve 2026-2027 staff workday calendars. Ag Teacher Cafeteria Staff Presenter: Joanna Gomez and Raquel Ventura10: Discussion and possible action to authorize participation in the Texas Range Investment Program as an approved investment option for district funds in accordance with the Texas Public Funds Investment Act (PFIA). Presenter: Joanna Gomez11: Discussion and possible action to approve professional services agreement between Lasara ISD and Candor consulting & Diagnostics Description: Professional services for a school psychologist and physical therapist as needed.12: Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between BDV Therapy Services LLC and Lasara ISD for Occupational Therapy Services. Presenter: Mr. Montemayor Description: This agreement will allow BDV Therapy Services LLC to work with our students and provide the occupational Therapy services as needed based on the student's IEP.13: Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between Region One ESC and Lasara ISD for Special Education Services Co-Operative Shared Services Agreement. Presenter: Mr. Montemayor Description: This agreement will allow Region One to continue supporting Lasara ISD with special education services.15.A: Presentation on accountability system calculations Presenter: Adrian Montemayor Description: Reporting both campus and district ratings for the 25-26 school year.16: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, attorney consultation regarding legal issues related to establishing School Guardian Program. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, attorney consultation regarding legal issues related to Texas Educat16.A: Discussion on Hiring of Contracted Personnel17: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074, deliberate the possible appointment of a qualified employee to the School Guardian Program.18: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.076 and 551.089 deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices, and adoption of regulations for School Guardian program and resolutions concerning safety issues.19: Discussion and review of school safety audit results. Presenter: Mr. Montemayor Description: Review and discuss the results from the district's safety and security audit report.20: Open Session Description: The Board will reconvene in open session and take such action as is necessary.20.A: Action on Hiring of Contracted Personnel21: Discussion and possible action to adopt a Resolution regarding School Guardian Program, Regulations and Procedures22: Discussion and possible action to delegate authority to the Superintendent to designate and authorize qualified District employees as School Guardian(s).23: Adjournment2026-09-12 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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5: Open Session1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc4.A: Conduct interview(s) of applicant(s) for superintendent position, and consider and discuss same, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.5.A: Take action, if any, regarding the Superintendent Search process.6: Adjournment2026-09-07 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc4.A: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Superintendent position.4.B: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Superintendent Search Process.4.C: Review, consider and discuss applicants for the superintendent position, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.4.D: Consultation with legal counsel regarding issues related to the superintendent search process, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129.4.E: Discussion on Hiring of Contracted Personnel Description: High School Math Teacher High School Ag Teacher5: Open Session5.A: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Search Process.5.B: Discussion and possible action on hiring of Contracted Personel6: Adjournment2026-08-13 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc4.A: Pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074 discussion and consideration regarding Superintendent Search.4.B: Pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129. discussion with legal counsel regarding legal issues related to Superintendent Search.5: Open Session5.A: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Search.6: Adjournment2026-08-10 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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17: Open Session1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Introduction of Lasara ISD's newest staff members4: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa5: Approval of Consent Agenda In order to promote efficient meetings, the Board may act upon more than one item by single vote through the use of the consent agenda. Consent items shall be items placed on the Agenda for which no Board discussion is anticipated and for which the Superintendent recommends approval. Prior to the meeting, at the request of any member of the Board of Trustees, any item 5.A: Minutes5.B: Monthly Financial Report5.C: LSIP 4th Quarter Quarterly Report5.D: Budget Amendments and Expenditures Report5.E: Tax Levy Adjustments and Collections Report6: Discussion and Approval of Region One Performance Agreement to help improve student performance and student outcomes.7: Discussion and action to adopt New Student Code of Conduct8: Discussion and Action to Approve the Student Handbook9: Discussion and Action to Approve the Employee Handbook10: Discussion and possible action on adding Adrian Montemayor as a signer on Lasara ISD's Texas National Bank business accounts and removing Alejos Salazar, Jr. Presenter: Joanna Gomez11: Policy Update 12711.A: (LEGAL) Policies - to be reviewed but not subject to adoption Presenter: Alejos Salazar11.B: Discussion 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. Presenter: Alejos Salazar Description:12: Consideration and Approval of the Lasara ISD Compensation Plan for 2026-2027 Presenter: Joanna Gomez13: Discussion and possible action on adopting a resolution that calls for the School Board Election for the first Tuesday in November..... November 3, 2026.14: Discussion and possible action on Joint Election Resolution and Agreement with Willacy County.15: Superintendent's Report16: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, attorney consultation regarding legal issues related to Texas Education Code Section 37.0814. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property.16.A: Discussion on Hiring of Contracted Personnel High School Math Teacher17.A: Action on Hiring of Contracted Personnel High School Math Teacher18: Adjournment2026-08-06 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc4.A: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Superintendent position.4.B: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Interim Superintendent position.4.C: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Superintendent Search Process.4.D: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 discussion and deliberation regarding Superintendent position.4.E: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 discussion and deliberation regarding Interim Superintendent position.4.F: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 discussion and deliberation regarding Superintendent Search process.5: Open Session5.A: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Interim Superintendent position.5.B: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Search Process.5.C: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Position.6: Adjournment2026-08-01 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Approval of Consent Agenda In order to promote efficient meetings, the Board may act upon more than one item by single vote through the use of the consent agenda. Consent items shall be items placed on the Agenda for which no Board discussion is anticipated and for which the Superintendent recommends approval. Prior to the meeting, at the request of any member of the Board of Trustees, any item 4.A: Minutes4.B: Monthly Financial Report4.C: Budget Amendments and Expenditures Report4.D: Tax Levy Adjustments and Collections Report5: Discussion and possible action on selecting a provider for employee medical and third party administrator benefits. Presenter: Joanna Gomez6: Approval of Contract for Property and Casualty Insurance Renewal7: Policy Update 1277.A: (LEGAL) Policies - to be reviewed but not subject to adoption Presenter: Alejos Salazar7.B: Discussion 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. Presenter: Alejos Salazar Description:8: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12.9: Consideration and Approval of the Lasara ISD Compensation Plan for 2026-2027 Presenter: Joanna Gomez10: Discussion and possible action to approve LIFT Grant budget Presenter: Alejos Salazar11: Discussion and possible action to approve JET grant expenditure structure Presenter: Joanna Gomez12: Discussion and Possible Action on 2026-2027 Monthly Board Meeting Dates Presenter: Alejos Salazar13: Discussion and possible action to adopt the revised 2026-2027 School Year Calendar14: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Adrian Montemayor & Angela Perez Description: Presentation on STAAR/EOC scores for 2026 Spring Administration15: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc15.A: Discussion on Hiring of Contracted Personnel High School Teachers Elementary Teacher Director of Safety and Security15.B: Discussion on appointment of athletic coordinator (internal hire) Presenter: Alejos Salazar15.C: Discussion on assignment of LIFT Administrator (internal hire) Presenter: Alejos Salazar15.D: Discussion on the hiring of the Licensed Professional Counselor position for 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Alejos Salazar15.E: Discussion on converting Lasara ISD Tax Assessor/Collector from an hourly position to Exempt/Administrative position. Presenter: Alejos Salazar Description: This topic was brought up at the board meeting that was held on June 29, 2026. After reviewing the information from TASB it merits further discussion.15.F: Discussion on Superintendent's Evaluation15.G: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Superintendent position.15.H: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Interim Superintendent position.15.I: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Superintendent Search Process.15.J: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 Consultation with Attorney regarding legal issues related to Superintendent resignation.15.K: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 discussion and deliberation regarding Superintendent position.15.L: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 discussion and deliberation regarding Interim Superintendent position.15.M: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 discussion and deliberation regarding Superintendent Search process.15.N: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 discussion and deliberation regarding Superintendent resignation.16: Open Session Description: The Board will reconvene in open session and take such action as is necessary.16.A: Discussion and Possible Action on Hiring of Contracted Personnel High School Teachers Elementary Teacher Director of Safety and Security16.B: Discussion and possible action on appointment of athletic coordinator (internal hire) Presenter: Alejos Salazar16.C: Discussion and possible action on assignment of LIFT Administrator (internal hire) Presenter: Alejos Salazar16.D: Discussion and possible action on the hiring of the Licensed Professional Counselor position for 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Alejos Salazar16.E: Discussion and possible action to convert Lasara ISD Tax Assessor/Collector from an hourly position to Exempt/Administrative position. Presenter: Alejos Salazar16.F: Action on Superintendent's Evaluation16.G: Discussion & Possible Action on Superintendent's Contract16.H: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent resignation.16.I: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Interim Superintendent position.16.J: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Search Process.16.K: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Position.17: Adjournment2026-07-20 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-06-29 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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2: Pledge of Allegiance1: Call Public Hearing to order: Verify quorum and meeting posted as required by law3: Public Hearing to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate for the 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Joanna Gomez4: Closing of Public Hearing5: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence6: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa7: Approval of Consent Agenda In order to promote efficient meetings, the Board may act upon more than one item by single vote through the use of the consent agenda. Consent items shall be items placed on the Agenda for which no Board discussion is anticipated and for which the Superintendent recommends approval. Prior to the meeting, at the request of any member of the Board of Trustees, any item 7.A: Minutes7.B: Monthly Financial Report7.C: Budget Amendments and Expenditures Report7.D: Tax Levy Adjustments and Collections Report8: Discussion and Possible Action on MOU with Children's Advocacy Centers of Cameron and Willacy Counties Presenter: Martha Martinez, Executive Director9: Discussion and Approval of CE (LOCAL) - Proposed Revision of Annual Operating Budget10: Policy Update 12710.A: (LEGAL) Policies - to be reviewed but not subject to adoption Presenter: Alejos Salazar10.B: Discussion 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. Presenter: Alejos Salazar Description:11: Consideration and Approval of the Lasara ISD Compensation Plan for 2026-2027 Presenter: Joanna Gomez12: Discussion and Approval of the Lasara ISD 2026-2027 Budget Presenter: Joanna Gomez13: Discussion and Possible Action on continuing contract with Auditor Raul Hernandez, CPA, (2026 Audit Engagement Letter & Peer Review)14: Discussion and possible action to approve LIFT Grant budget Presenter: Alejos Salazar15: Discussion and possible action to approve JET grant expenditure structure Presenter: Joanna Gomez16: Discussion and possible action to approve expenditure structure for Summer CTE grant Presenter: Joanna Gomez17: Discussion and possible action to approve TEA low attendance waivers 1/2/26 Inclement Weather 1/26/26 Inclement Weather 3/6/26 Community Power Outage 4/17/26 Low Attendance Presenter: Alejos Salazar18: Discussion and possible action to approve 2026-2027 staff workday calendars Presenter: Joanna Gomez and Raquel Ventura19: Discussion and Possible Action on 2026-2027 Monthly Board Meeting Dates Presenter: Alejos Salazar20: Discussion and possible action to adopt the revised 2026-2027 School Year Calendar21: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Adrian Montemayor & Angela Perez Description: Presentation on STAAR/EOC scores for 2026 Spring Administration22: Superintendent's summative evaluation presentation Presenter: Alejos Salazar23: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc23.A: Discussion on Hiring of Contracted Personnel High School Teachers Elementary Teacher Director of Safety and Security23.B: Discussion on appointment of athletic coordinator (internal hire) Presenter: Alejos Salazar23.C: Discussion on assignment of LIFT Administrator Presenter: Alejos Salazar23.D: Discussion on the hiring of the Licensed Professional Counselor position for 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Alejos Salazar23.E: Discussion on Superintendent's Evaluation24: Open Session Description: The Board will reconvene in open session and take such action as is necessary.24.A: Discussion and Possible Action on Hiring of Contracted Personnel High School Teachers Elementary Teacher Director of Safety and Security24.B: Discussion and possible action on appointment of athletic coordinator (internal hire) Presenter: Alejos Salazar24.C: Discussion and possible action on assignment of LIFT Administrator Presenter: Alejos Salazar24.D: Discussion and possible action on the hiring of the Licensed Professional Counselor position for 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Alejos Salazar24.E: Action on Superintendent's Evaluation24.F: Discussion & Possible Action on Superintendent's Contract25: Adjournment2026-06-22 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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2: Pledge of Allegiance1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc4.A: “Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.074, discussion regarding Superintendent Contract and Superintendent Transition and consultation with legal counsel regarding legal issues related to same.”5: Open Session5.A: “Consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Contract and/or Superintendent Transition.”6: Adjournment2026-06-09 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
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2: Pledge of Allegiance1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Discussion and possible action to approve budget amendment. Presenter: Joanna Gomez5: Discussion and consideration on the proposed budget and compensation plan for the 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Joanna Gomez6: Discussion and possible action on the purchase of laptops in excess of $25,000. Presenter: William Bardwell7: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.077.A: Discussion and consideration on the hiring of elementary teachers for the 2026-2027 school year Presenter: Alejos Salazar7.B: Discussion and consideration on the continuation of the Licensed Professional Counselor position for 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Alejos Salazar7.C: Discussion and consideration on the hiring of End of Course academic tutors for 2026 summer school.7.D: Discussion and consideration on the hiring of contracted maintenance helpers for 2026 summer months. Presenter: Alejos Salazar7.E: Discussion and consideration on the hiring of the school nurse position for 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Alejos Salazar7.F: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 – Consultation with legal counsel regarding legal issues related to Superintendent Contract and Superintendent Transition.7.G: Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 – Discussion regarding Superintendent Contract and Superintendent Transition.8: Open Session Description: The Board will reconvene in open session and take such action as is necessary.8.A: Discussion and possible action on the hiring of elementary teachers for the 2026-2027 school year Presenter: Alejos Salazar8.B: Discussion and possible action on the hiring of the Licensed Professional Counselor position for 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Alejos Salazar8.C: Discussion and consideration and possible action on the hiring of End of Course academic tutors for 2026 summer school. Presenter: Alejos Salazar8.D: Discussion and consideration and possible action on the hiring of contracted maintenance helpers for 2026 summer months. Presenter: Alejos Salazar8.E: Discussion and possible action on the hiring of the school nurse position for 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Alejos Salazar8.F: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Contract.8.G: Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Superintendent Transition.9: Adjournment2026-05-11 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Student Recognitions—Athletics/CTE/Academic UIL4: Recognition of the Teacher Incentive Allotment designated teachers Presenter: Cynthia Ramos5: Recognition of Lasara ISD Employees of the Year.6: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa7: Approval of Consent Agenda In order to promote efficient meetings, the Board may act upon more than one item by single vote through the use of the consent agenda. Consent items shall be items placed on the Agenda for which no Board discussion is anticipated and for which the Superintendent recommends approval. Prior to the meeting, at the request of any member of the Board of Trustees, any item 7.A: Minutes7.B: Monthly Financial Report7.C: Budget Amendments and Expenditures Report7.D: Tax Levy Adjustments and Collections Report7.E: Budget Amendment7.F: 2026-2027 EMAT Allotment & TEKS Certification7.G: Approval of a 4-day week summer schedule Presenter: Alejos Salazar and Joanna Gomez7.H: Approval of the 2026-2027 Certification of Provision of Instructional Materials7.I: Monthly Grant Expenditure Report7.J: Lone Star Investment Pool Quarterly Report (3rd Quarter)7.K: Acceptance of the Investment Pool training certificate for Joanna Gomez and Raquel Ventura8: Discussion and possible action on adding Miss Raquel Ventura and Mrs. Sylvia Perez as a signers on Lasara ISD's Texas National Bank business accounts. Presenter: Joanna Gomez9: Discussion and possible action on the expansion of the scope of the Lasara ISD Guardian Program. Presenter: Zeke Trevino10: Discussion, consideration, and possible action on the Teacher Incentive Allotment spending plan for Lasara ISD. Presenter: Cynthia Ramos11: Discussion, consideration and possible action to amend the current compensation plan Presenter: Joanna Gomez12: Discussion and possible action on the approval of the proposed newly revised school calendar Presenter: Alejos Salazar13: Superintendent's Report13.A: EOY Academic Performance Reports Presenter: Campus Administration14: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Section 551.072 – To deliberate the purc14.A: Discussion on Hiring of Contracted Personnel14.B: Discussion on revised workday calendar(s)15: Open Session Description: The Board will reconvene in open session and take such action as is necessary.15.A: Discussion and Possible Action on Hiring of Contracted Personnel15.B: Discussion and possible action on revised workday calendar(s)16: Adjournment2026-05-04 • SPECIAL SESSION
LASARA ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from LASARA ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call the Meeting to order: Establish a quorum, Moment of Silence2: Pledge of Allegiance3: Public Comments The next items on the agenda is Public Comment and Public Audience, which is the time for members of the audience to address the Board of trustees through either public comment or public audience, if applicable.Before we begin, I will remind our audience members of the Board’s procedures for handling public comments. The public comment portion of our Regular Board meeting is availa4: Discussion and Possible Action on the Purchase of an HVAC unit for the Lasara Athletic Complex (gymnasium).5: Discussion and Possible Action on Purchase of school bus(es) for the 2026–2027 school year.6: Discussion and Possible Action on Purchase of a 15-passenger van(s) for the 2026-2027 school year.7: Discussion and Possible Action on TASB Facility Services7.A: Statement of Work7.B: Facility Services Master Agreement8: Closed Session or Meeting as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (The Open Meetings Act), under the following provisions: Section 551.071 – Consultation with School Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the Governmental Body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.079: Open Session Description: The Board will reconvene in open session and take such action as is necessary.10: Adjournment2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA 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 Estimate7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2026-03-16 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2026-02-16 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA 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 Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt2026-01-19 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA 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 Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA 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 Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA 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 Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA 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: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
LASARA 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: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls