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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Taylor County, TX
MERKEL ISD
Population / Scale
1,129
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$1.0213
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$15.9M
+3.4% YoY • +20.7% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$8.71M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▲ 0.0 pts
1Y: +0.3 pts • 10Y: -1.1 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -4.9 pts
66.1 (C) → 61.2 (C)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.6%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+20.7% (5Y)
10Y: +53.8% • Since '00: +237.7%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.1403
FY 22: $1.1616 → FY 27: $1.0213
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 66.1 (C)'10: 63.7 (C)'17: 62.3 (C)'22: 61.2 (C)'27: 61.2 (C)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $4.7M'10: $7.6M'17: $10.3M'22: $13.1M'27: $15.9M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
AH
Angela Head
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
nmoore@merkelisd.net
BP
Brit Pursley
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
nmoore@merkelisd.net
CC
Christian Clyburn
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
nmoore@merkelisd.net
JS
Joe Salas
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
nmoore@merkelisd.net
KF
Kerry Fryar
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
nmoore@merkelisd.net
KD
Kyle Doan
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
nmoore@merkelisd.net
MT
Matt Travis
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
nmoore@merkelisd.net
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 61.2 (C)• Adopted Sep 16, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($15,869,119) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($1.021300 per $100 valuation: $0.628500 M&O + $0.392800 I&S) for MERKEL ISD. Source: Taylor County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$15.9M
General Fund
$12.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.2M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$14,056
Public Safety: $0.4M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $7.7M (49%)
Public Works: $1.9M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.9M
Administration: $2.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0213 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 60.9 (C)• Adopted Sep 16, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($15,347,310) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.846100 per $100 valuation) for MERKEL ISD.
Total Appropriation
$15.3M
General Fund
$11.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.2M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$13,594
Public Safety: $0.4M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $7.3M (48%)
Public Works: $1.8M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.9M
Administration: $2.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.8461 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.7% YoYFreedom Score: 61 (C)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($14,828,319) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.849700 per $100 valuation) for MERKEL ISD.
Total Appropriation
$14.8M
General Fund
$11.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.2M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$13,134
Public Safety: $0.4M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $7.3M (50%)
Public Works: $1.8M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.9M
Administration: $2.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.8497 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.6% YoYFreedom Score: 61.2 (C)• Adopted Sep 8, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for MERKEL ISD (Taylor County) totaling $14,165,379. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.8724 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$14.2M
General Fund
$11.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.2M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$12,547
Public Safety: $0.3M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $7.0M (50%)
Public Works: $1.7M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.9M
Administration: $2.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.8724 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.0% YoYFreedom Score: 61.2 (C)• Adopted Sep 8, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for MERKEL ISD (Taylor County) totaling $13,667,869. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.0671 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$13.7M
General Fund
$10.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.2M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$12,106
Public Safety: $0.3M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $6.8M (50%)
Public Works: $1.7M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $2.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0671 / $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$15.87M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.5MPer Capita: $14,056Tax Rate: $1.0213Freedom: 61.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2026$15.35M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.9MPer Capita: $13,594Tax Rate: $0.8461Freedom: 60.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2025$14.83M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.9MPer Capita: $13,134Tax Rate: $0.8497Freedom: 61 (C)
Official PDFFY 2024$14.17M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.3MPer Capita: $12,547Tax Rate: $0.8724Freedom: 61.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2023$13.67M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.9MPer Capita: $12,106Tax Rate: $1.0671Freedom: 61.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2022$13.15M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.5MPer Capita: $11,644Tax Rate: $1.1616Freedom: 61.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2021$12.45M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.0MPer Capita: $11,023Tax Rate: $1.179024Freedom: 61.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2020$11.85M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.5MPer Capita: $10,499Tax Rate: $1.202604Freedom: 61.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2019$11.34M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $10,042Tax Rate: $1.208617Freedom: 61.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2018$10.74M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.6MPer Capita: $9,516Tax Rate: $1.22312Freedom: 62.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2017$10.32M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.2MPer Capita: $9,137Tax Rate: $1.218228Freedom: 62.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2016$9.96M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.0MPer Capita: $8,825Tax Rate: $1.224319Freedom: 62.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2015$9.54M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.6MPer Capita: $8,446Tax Rate: $1.216973Freedom: 62.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2014$9.16M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.3MPer Capita: $8,112Tax Rate: $1.221841Freedom: 62.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2013$8.68M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.9MPer Capita: $7,691Tax Rate: $1.225507Freedom: 63.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2012$8.28M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.6MPer Capita: $7,331Tax Rate: $1.234086Freedom: 63.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2011$7.94M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.4MPer Capita: $7,037Tax Rate: $1.240256Freedom: 63.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2010$7.61M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $6,742Tax Rate: $1.248938Freedom: 63.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2009$7.29M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.8MPer Capita: $6,459Tax Rate: $1.256432Freedom: 63.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2008$6.95M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.6MPer Capita: $6,158Tax Rate: $1.248893Freedom: 64.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2007$6.66M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.3MPer Capita: $5,896Tax Rate: $1.260133Freedom: 64.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2006$6.33M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.1MPer Capita: $5,605Tax Rate: $1.271474Freedom: 64.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2005$5.99M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.8MPer Capita: $5,307Tax Rate: $1.266388Freedom: 64.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2004$5.78M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.6MPer Capita: $5,123Tax Rate: $1.27272Freedom: 65 (C)
Official PDFFY 2003$5.51M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.4MPer Capita: $4,881Tax Rate: $1.271447Freedom: 65.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$5.22M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.2MPer Capita: $4,622Tax Rate: $1.26509Freedom: 65.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$4.96M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.0MPer Capita: $4,391Tax Rate: $1.275211Freedom: 65.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$4.70M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.8MPer Capita: $4,163Tax Rate: $1.279037Freedom: 66.1 (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 — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $14,...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MERKEL 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 MERKEL 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 — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $13,...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MERKEL 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 — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $13,...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $12,...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MERKEL 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 MERKEL 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 — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $11,...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $11,...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MERKEL 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 MERKEL 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 — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $10,...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $10,...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MERKEL 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 MERKEL 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 — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $9,9...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $9,5...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MERKEL 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 MERKEL 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 — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $9,1...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MERKEL ISD totaling $8,6...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MERKEL 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 MERKEL ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2011 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (26)
SPECIAL BOND • 2025-11-04
MERKEL ISD 2025 November General & Bond Election
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03
May 2025 MERKEL ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 145 (18.9% of 767 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Joe Salas WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Kyle Doan WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Kerry Fryar WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Brit Pursley WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Christian Clyburn WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Matt Travis WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2023-11-07
MERKEL ISD 2023 November General & Bond Election
Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
Proposition A • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition A: School Building
Authorized Debt: $24.6M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $24,616,200 in bond obligations for School Building....
Proposition B • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition B: Stadium
Authorized Debt: $2.2M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $2,240,000 in bond obligations for Stadium....
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 238 (31.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
71.0% (169 votes)David C. Morales
29.0% (69 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 207 (27.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
70.0% (145 votes)Michael R. Vance
30.0% (62 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 161 (21.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
54.0% (87 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
46.0% (74 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 238 (31.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
56.0% (133 votes)Michael R. Vance
44.0% (105 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 146 (19.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
56.0% (82 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
44.0% (64 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 177 (23.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
69.0% (122 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
31.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 154 (20.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
68.0% (105 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
32.0% (49 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 138 (18.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
59.0% (81 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
41.0% (57 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 215 (28.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
65.0% (140 votes)David C. Morales
35.0% (75 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
69.0% (83 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (37 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 223 (29.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
64.0% (143 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
36.0% (80 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 123 (16.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
60.0% (74 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (49 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 154 (20.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
64.0% (99 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
36.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 138 (18.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
60.0% (83 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
40.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 200 (26.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
60.0% (120 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (80 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 223 (29.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
59.0% (132 votes)Michael R. Vance
41.0% (91 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 238 (31.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
70.0% (167 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
30.0% (71 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 138 (18.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
56.0% (77 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
44.0% (61 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 207 (27.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
54.0% (112 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
46.0% (95 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 146 (19.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
65.0% (95 votes)David C. Morales
35.0% (51 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 215 (28.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
61.0% (131 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
39.0% (84 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 215 (28.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
64.0% (138 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
36.0% (77 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 MERKEL ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 768 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Angela Head WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
30.0% (36 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (327)
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MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2026-09-16 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting / Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations4: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports4.A: Presentation and Discussion of Campus Reports4.B: Presentation and Discussion of Director's Reports4.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial Report4.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update4.C.2: Quarterly Financial Report4.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent Report4.D.1: Enrollment/ADA4.D.2: School Board Training4.D.3: Upcoming Events5: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)5.A: Discuss/approve for greenhouse and matching funds5.B: Discuss/Consider approval of the Regular Board Meeting Minutes from August 12, 2026, and Called Board Meeting Minutes from August 26, 2026.5.C: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for August, 2026.5.D: Consideration and possible action regarding design and construction of pending construction projects and/or bond purchasing5.E: Discuss/approve SB12 Compliance Certification5.F: Discuss/Approve Walsh Gallegos Attorney contract renewal5.G: Discuss/Approve Naming of the Press Box5.H: Discuss/approve budget amendments5.I: Discuss campus gyms and suggested modifications5.J: Discuss/Approve MOU with Trent ISD (Trent ISD reunification site)6: Executive Session Description: Description:6.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)6.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)6.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)6.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)7: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed7.A: MISD Personnel7.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented8: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings9: Adjournment2026-08-26 • SPECIAL SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Hearing Concerning Merkel ISD Budget and Tax Rate for 2026-20273.A: Open Public Hearing3.B: Receive public input concerning the 2026-2027 Proposed Budget3.C: Close Public Hearing4: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)4.A: Discuss/Consider Adoption of Budget by Fund and Function for 2026-20274.B: Discuss/Consider Adoption of Ordinance Setting Tax Rate for 2026-20274.C: Discuss/Consider Adoption of the Compensation Plan for 2026-20275: Adjournment2026-08-12 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting / Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations4: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports4.A: Architect/Construction Report4.B: Campus Reports4.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial Report4.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update4.D: Superintendent Report4.E: TIA Update4.F: State of the District/2026 Accountability4.G: Pre Budget Approval Workshop/Review5: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)5.A: Consideration and possible action regarding design and construction of pending construction projects and/or bond purchasing5.B: Discuss/Consider June 17, 2026, and July 15, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Minutes5.C: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for July, 20265.D: Discuss/Consider Overnight Trip Request5.E: Discuss/Consider resolution for Adjunct Extracurricular Status of 4-H for 2026-20275.F: Discuss/Consider Changing of High School Grade Percentages5.G: Discuss/Consider Dual Credit Stipend/Compensation6: Executive Session Description: Description:6.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)6.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)6.B.1: Discussion of Superintendent's Appraisal6.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)7: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed7.A: MISD Personnel7.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented8: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings9: Adjournment2026-07-15 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment:3.A: Recognition of Visitors All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations4: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports4.A: Presentation and Discussion of Director's Reports4.B: Campus Reports4.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial Report4.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update4.C.2: Discuss and Consider Budget Amendments4.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent's Report4.D.1: Enrollment/ADA4.D.2: School Board Training4.D.3: Upcoming Events4.D.4: Other Information5: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)5.A: Discuss/Consider approval of the following Board Meeting Minutes: Regular Board Meeting from June 17, 2026.5.B: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for June 20265.C: Discuss/Consider meal prices for 2026-20275.D: Discuss/Consider Property, Casualty, Liability, Unemployment, and Workers Compensation Coverages for 2026-20275.E: Discuss/Consider 2026-2027 Merkel ISD Student Code of Conduct5.F: Review 2026-2027 MISD Student Handbook as presented.5.G: Discuss/Consider 2026-2027 Merkel ISD Athletic Code of Conduct5.H: Review 2026-2027 Merkel ISD Employee Handbook as presented.5.I: Discuss/Consider MISD Compensation Plan for the 2026-2027 School Year.5.J: Discussion regarding the TIA spending plan6: Executive Session6.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)6.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)6.B.1: Discussion of Certified Personnel (Teaching Staff/Administrator) Contracts6.B.2: Consideration and hearing of a Level III parent complaint appeal pursuant to policy FNG (Local) - TEX. Gov't Code Section 551.082, 551.0821, and 551.0746.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)6.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)7: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed7.A: MISD Personnel7.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented7.A.2: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Personnel for 2026-20277.A.3: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings8: Adjournment2026-06-17 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Administer of "Oath of Office" to the New Board of Trustee(s)4: Discuss/Consider Reorganization of the School Board/Election of Officers5: Public Comment:5.A: Recognition of Visitors All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations6: Student and Staff Recognition and Presentation7: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports7.A: Presentation and Discussion of Quarterly Director's Reports7.B: Campus Reports7.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial Report7.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update7.C.2: Discuss and Consider Budget Amendments7.C.3: Quarterly Financial Report7.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent's Report7.D.1: Enrollment/ADA7.D.2: School Board Training7.D.3: Upcoming Events7.D.4: Other Information8: Presentation of Special Education Report (SB-568)9: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)9.A: Discuss/Consider approval of the following Board Meeting Minutes: Regular Board Meeting Minutes from May 13, 2026.9.B: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for May 2026.9.C: Discuss MISD Long-Term Facilities Planning.9.D: Discuss/Approve Merkel ISD 2026-2031 District of Innovation Plan9.E: Discuss/Approve the purchase of vehicles and/or buses9.F: Discuss/Approve raises for campus administration9.G: Discuss/Approve Combining Middle School and High School Campuses9.H: Discuss/Approve TASB Policy Update #1279.I: Discuss/Approve Kinesiology I & II as courses for high school9.J: Consideration and possible action regarding design and construction of pending construction projects and/or bond purchasing.9.K: Discuss/Consider MISD Fuel Bid for 2026-202710: Executive Session10.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)10.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)10.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)10.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)11: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed11.A: MISD Personnel11.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented11.A.2: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Personnel for 2026-202711.A.3: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings12: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings13: Adjournment2026-05-13 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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8.E: Consideration and possible action regarding design and construction of pending construction projects and/or bond purchasing.8.F: Discuss/ Consider Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification for 2026-2027 school year9: Executive Session9.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)9.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)9.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)9.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)10: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed10.A: MISD Personnel10.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented10.A.2: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Personnel10.A.3: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings11: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings12: Adjournment1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: School Board Election 20263.A: Canvas and Certify the results of the Board of Trustees Election held on May 2, 20263.B: Administer of "Oath of Office" to the New Board of Trustee(s)3.C: Discuss/Consider Reorganization of the School Board/Election of Officers4: Public Comment:4.A: Recognition of Visitors All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations5: Student and Staff Recognition and Presentation6: Presentation of CISBC Student Services Update7: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports7.A: Presentation and Discussion of Directors' Reports7.B: Campus Reports7.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial Report7.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update7.C.2: Discuss and Consider Budget Amendments7.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent's report7.D.1: Enrollment/ADA7.D.2: School Board Training7.D.3: Upcoming Events7.D.4: Other Information8: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)8.A: Discuss/Consider approval of the following Board Meeting Minutes:8.B: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for April 20268.C: Discuss MISD Long-Term Facilities Planning Update8.D: Discuss/Consider approving the committee's CMAR recommendation and authorize the superintendent to enter into negotiations/agreement.2026-04-22 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment:8.A: MISD Personnel (P-1,2,3,4)1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present8.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented8.A.2: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Administration for 2026-20278.A.3: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings8.A.4: Consider to approve temporary hiring authority to the Superintendent from April 22-August 4, 20269: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings (P-1,4)10: Adjournment3.A: Recognition of Visitors All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations (P-4)4: The MISD Strategic Plan Priorities drive all discussions and decisions: Efficient District and Campus Operations Exceptional Student Performance Faculty and Staff Recruitment, Retention and Capacity-Building Student and Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction5: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports (P-1,2,3,4)5.A: Presentation and Discussion of Directors' Reports5.B: Campus Reports5.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial Report (P-1,2,3,4)5.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update5.C.2: Discuss and Consider Budget Amendments5.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent's report5.D.1: Enrollment/ADA5.D.2: School Board Training5.D.3: Upcoming Events5.D.4: Building Construction Project Update6: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)6.A: Discuss/Consider approval of the following Board Meeting Minutes: Called Board Meeting Minutes from February 18, 2026, February 23, 2026, February 24, 2026, and the Regular Board Meeting Minutes from March 18, 2026 (P-1,4)6.B: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for March 2026 (P-1,4)6.C: Discuss/Consider waiver approval for the bad weather days in January, 20266.D: Discuss the MHS Band traveling out of state6.E: Discuss/Consider the demolition of the concession stand located on field 3 at 1902 South 2nd St., with the understanding that there will be no cost to the District7: Executive Session (P-1,2,3,4)7.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)7.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)7.B.1: Discussion of Certified Administration Contracts7.B.2: Discussion to approve the Superintendent's temporary hiring authority from April 22 - August 4, 2026.7.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)7.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)8: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed2026-03-18 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting / Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations (P-4)4: The MISD Strategic Plan Priorities drive all discussions and decisions: Efficient District and Campus Operations Exceptional Student Performance Faculty and Staff Recruitment, Retention and Capacity-Building Student and Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction5: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports5.A: Presentation and Discussion of Quarterly Director's Report5.B: Presentation and Discussion of Campus Reports5.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial and Food Service Report5.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update5.C.2: Quarterly Financial Report5.C.3: Discuss and Consider Budget Amendments5.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent Report5.D.1: Enrollment/ADA5.D.2: School Board Training5.D.3: Upcoming Events5.D.4: Building Construction Project Update6: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)6.A: Discuss/Consider Elementary Playground Repair Project6.B: Approval of the February 16, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Minutes, and Called Board Meeting Minutes for February 18, 2026, February 23, 2026, and February 24, 2026.6.C: Approve Payment of the Monthly Bills for February 20266.D: Discuss/Consider Renewal for Student Athletic/Accident Insurance for 2026-20276.E: Discuss/Consider Proposal for After-School Care for the 2025-26 School Year (P-1,2,4)6.F: Discuss/Consider the purchase of a new bus with the use of some grant funds.6.G: Discuss/Consider approval of MISD Academic Calendar for 26-27 school year7: Executive Session (P-1,2,3,4)7.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)7.A.1: Review District Vulnerability Assessment7.A.2: Discuss School Marshal Policy7.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)7.B.1: Discussion of Certified Personnel (Teaching, Nurses, Counselors) Contracts7.B.2: Discuss Employee Residency Policy7.B.3: Discuss Superintendent Contract7.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)7.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)8: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed8.A: MISD Personnel (P-1,2,3,4)8.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented8.A.2: Consider and take action on contract offerings to Certified Personnel for 2026-20278.A.3: Consider and take action on Superintendent's Contract8.A.4: Consider and take action on Employee Residency Policy9: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings10: Adjourn2026-02-24 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States Flag and Texas Flag3: Public Comment3.A: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting/Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations (P-4)4: Closed Session4.A: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)4.B: Deliberation regarding applicants for the superintendent position, conducting interviews, naming a lone finalist, and other issues related to selection and hiring of a new superintendent, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.5: Return to open session and take any action deemed necessary in closed session discussions6: Adjourn2026-02-23 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States Flag and Texas Flag3: Public Comment3.A: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting/Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations (P-4)4: Discuss/Consider HB 2 Teacher Certification Requirements5: Closed Session5.A: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)5.B: Deliberation regarding applicants for the superintendent position, conducting interviews, naming a lone finalist, and other issues related to selection and hiring of a new superintendent, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.6: Return to open session and take any action deemed necessary in closed session discussions7: Adjournment2026-02-18 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment:3.A: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting / Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations (P-4)4: The MISD Strategic Plan Priorities drive all discussions and decisions: Efficient District and Campus Operations Exceptional Student Performance Faculty and Staff Recruitment, Retention and Capacity-Building Student and Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction5: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)5.A: Consideration and approval of an order by the board of trustees of the Merkel Independent School District authorizing the issuance of "Merkel Independent School District unlimited tax school building bonds, series 2026"; levying a continuing direct annual ad valorem tax for the payment of the bonds; prescribing the form, terms, conditions, and resolving other matters incident and related to the is6: Executive Session (P-1,2,3,4)6.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)6.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)6.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)6.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)7: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed7.A: MISD Personnel (P-1,2,3,4)7.A.1: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Personnel for 2025-20267.A.2: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings8: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings (P-1,4)9: Adjournment2026-02-16 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting / Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations (P-4)4: The MISD Strategic Plan Priorities drive all discussions and decisions: Efficient District and Campus Operations Exceptional Student Performance Faculty and Staff Recruitment, Retention and Capacity-Building Student and Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction5: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports (P-1,2,3,4)5.A: Director's Report5.B: Campus Reports5.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial Report5.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update5.C.2: Discuss and Consider Budget Amendments5.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent's report5.D.1: Enrollment/ADA5.D.2: School Board Training5.D.3: Upcoming Events5.D.4: Building Construction Project Update6: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)6.A: Discuss/Consider Regular Board Meeting Minutes for January 20, 2026. (P-1,4)6.B: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for January 2026 (P-1,4)6.C: Discuss/Consider Joint Resolution to enter into a Joint Contract for Election Services for 2026, between Merkel ISD and the City of Merkel and the City of Tye (P-1-4)6.D: Discuss/Consider Elementary Drainage and Playground Improvements7: Executive Session (P-1,2,3,4)7.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)7.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)7.B.1: Discussion of Administrative Personnel (Principal, Asst. Principals, CFO, AD, and Directors) Contracts7.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)7.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)8: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed8.A: MISD Personnel (P-1,2,3,4)8.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented8.A.2: Consider and take possible action to employ MISD Campus Principals.8.A.3: Consider and take possible action to employ MISD Athletic Director.8.A.4: Consider and take possible action to employ MISD Campus Assistant Principals.8.A.5: Consider and take possible action to employ MISD Non-Certified Administrators.8.A.6: Consider and take possible action to employ MISD Chief Financial Officer.8.A.7: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Personnel for 2026-20278.A.8: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings9: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings (P-1,4)10: Adjournment2026-02-12 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: The MISD Strategic Plan Priorities drive all discussions and decisions: Efficient District and Campus Operations Exceptional Student Performance Faculty and Staff Recruitment, Retention and Capacity-Building Student and Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction4: Executive Session (P-1-4)4.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)4.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)4.B.1: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters Including issues related to Superintendent search and transition, pursuant to (Tex.Gov't Code 551.074)4.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)4.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)5: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed (P-1-4)5.A: MISD Personnel5.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented5.A.2: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Personnel for 2026-20275.A.3: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings6: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings (P-1,4)7: Adjournment2026-01-20 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MERKEL ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting / Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations (P-4)4: The MISD Strategic Plan Priorities drive all discussions and decisions: Efficient District and Campus Operations Exceptional Student Performance Faculty and Staff Recruitment, Retention and Capacity-Building Student and Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction5: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports (P-1,2,3,4)5.A: Director's Report5.B: Campus Reports5.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Financial Report5.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update5.C.2: Discuss and Consider Budget Amendments5.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent's report5.D.1: Enrollment/ADA5.D.2: School Board Training5.D.3: Upcoming Events5.D.4: Other Information6: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)6.A: Discuss/Consider Regular Board Meeting Minutes for December 17, 2025 (P-1,4)6.B: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for December 2025 (P-1,4)6.C: Discuss/Consider the School Board Election on May 2, 2026, for Place 5, currently held by Brit Pursley, and Place 6, currently held by Joe Salas, and Place 7, currently held by Matt Travis. (P-1,2,3,4)6.D: Discuss/Consider SB546 School Bus 3-point seat belt compliance report. (P-1,2,3,4)6.E: Discuss/Consider Merkel ISD Daycare Progam (Lil' Badger Den)7: Executive Session (P-1,2,3,4)7.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)7.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)7.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)7.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)8: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed8.A: MISD Personnel (P-1,2,3,4)8.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented8.A.2: Discuss/Consider the Superintendent's Contract, Salary, and Benefits8.A.3: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Personnel for 2026-20278.A.4: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings9: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings (P-1,4)10: Adjournment2025-12-17 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MERKEL ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present2: Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: United States and Texas Flag3: Public Comment: Recognition of Visitors/All persons who wish to address the Board at this time MUST complete a registration form before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting / Board President Reviews Open-Forum Regulations (P-4)4: Public Hearing Concerning Merkel ISD Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas4.A: Open Public Hearing4.B: Receive public input concerning the F.I.R.S.T. rating4.C: Close Public Hearing5: The MISD Strategic Plan Priorities drive all discussions and decisions: Efficient District and Campus Operations Exceptional Student Performance Faculty and Staff Recruitment, Retention and Capacity-Building Student and Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction6: Annual Financial Report for 2024-2025 School Year presented by James Rodgers and Company, PC (P- 1)6.A: Discuss/Consider Possible Action to Approve the Annual Financial Report for 2024-2025 School Year7: Presentation and Discussion of Administrative Reports (P-1,2,3,4)7.A: Director's Quarterly Board Reports7.B: Campus Quarterly Reports7.C: Presentation and Discussion of the Quarterly Financial Report7.C.1: Budget and State Funding Update7.C.2: Discuss Quarterly Financial Report7.C.3: Discuss and Consider Budget Amendments7.D: Presentation and Discussion of the Superintendent's Report7.D.1: Enrollment/ADA7.D.2: School Board Training7.D.3: Upcoming Events7.D.4: Other Information8: Resolution for Adjunct Faculty Extension Agents Extracurricular Status of 4-H for the 2025-26 school year. (P-1,2,3,4)8.A: Discuss/Consider resolution for Adjunct Faculty Extension Agents Extracurricular Status of 4-H for the 2025-26 school year. (P-1-4)9: Discussion/Consideration/Action Item(s)9.A: Discuss/Consider Regular Board Meeting Minutes for November 18, 2025. (P-1,4)9.B: Discuss/Consider the payment of the Monthly Bills for November, 2025. (P-1,4)9.C: Discuss/Consider Possible Action to Approve Merkel ISD Early Notification Incentive Program for Spring 2026 (P- 3,4)9.D: Consider and take possible action to select an architect to provide design and construction administration for the District's 2025 Bond Projects and delegate authority to the Superintendent to negotiate and execute the final contract.9.E: Consider and take possible action to select a construction procurement method for all the District's 2025 Bond Projects.9.F: Consider and take possible action to authorize the Superintendent, or his designee, to procure a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the District's 2025 Bond Projects and to establish a process for evaluation of the proposals.9.G: Consider and take possible action to adopt the prevailing wage rates published by the United States Department of Labor, in accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. Section 276a et seq.), and its subsequent amendments, excluding fringe benefits, in connection with the construction of the District's 2025 Bond Projects.9.H: Discuss/Consider Possible Action to Approve the TASB Policy Update 126, affecting the following local policies: (P-1,2,3,4)10: Executive Session (P-1,2,3,4)10.A: Deliberation Regarding Security Measures (Gov't. Code 551.076)10.A.1: Policy Discussion10.B: Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters (Gov’t. Code 551.074)10.C: Deliberation Regarding Real Property (Gov’t. Code 551.072)10.D: Consultation with Attorney (Gov’t. Code 551.071)11: Open Session: Act Upon Items Discussed in Closed Session as Needed11.A: MISD Personnel (P-1,2,3,4)11.A.1: Discuss/Consider approval to Accept Resignations/Retirements as Presented11.A.2: Consider and take possible action on other possible contract offerings11.A.3: Consider Contract Offerings to Certified Personnel for 2025-202611.B: Discuss/Consider Policy additions to TASB, CKEB and CKE12: Discussion of Future Board Meeting Dates and Future Agenda Postings (P-1,4)13: Adjournment2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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 Contracts7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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 Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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 Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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 Landowners5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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 Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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 Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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 Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts2025-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION
MERKEL 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: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners