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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Henderson County, TX
MURCHISON ISD
Population / Scale
187
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.6617
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$2.7M
+3.4% YoY • +22.2% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$0 (Debt-Free)
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▲ +2.2 pts
1Y: +2.4 pts • 10Y: +1.2 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -1.5 pts
85.6 (A) → 84.1 (A)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.6%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+22.2% (5Y)
10Y: +57.1% • Since '00: +236.7%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.2103
FY 22: $0.8720 → FY 27: $0.6617
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 85.6 (A)'10: 84 (A)'17: 82.9 (A)'22: 81.9 (A)'27: 84.1 (A)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $0.8M'10: $1.3M'17: $1.7M'22: $2.2M'27: $2.7M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
GR
Gayla Roberts
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
partridge@murisd.org
LS
Lloyd Smith
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
partridge@murisd.org
MD
Mike Davis
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
partridge@murisd.org
NM
Nancy Mccall
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
partridge@murisd.org
NT
Nelda Tillison
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
partridge@murisd.org
PK
Porter Kelly
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
partridge@murisd.org
SS
Sheryl Sims
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
partridge@murisd.org
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 84.1 (A)• Adopted Sep 17, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($2,707,691) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.661700 per $100 valuation: $0.661700 M&O + $0.000000 I&S) for MURCHISON ISD. Source: Henderson County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$2.7M
General Fund
$2.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.1M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$14,480
Public Safety: $0.2M (6%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.4M (50%)
Public Works: $0.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.0M
Administration: $0.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.6617 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 81.7 (A)• Adopted Aug 27, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($2,618,657) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.666900 per $100 valuation) for MURCHISON ISD.
Total Appropriation
$2.6M
General Fund
$2.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.1M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$14,004
Public Safety: $0.2M (6%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.3M (49%)
Public Works: $0.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.0M
Administration: $0.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.6669 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+5.5% YoYFreedom Score: 81.7 (A)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($2,530,103) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.666900 per $100 valuation) for MURCHISON ISD.
Total Appropriation
$2.5M
General Fund
$2.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.1M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$13,530
Public Safety: $0.2M (7%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.3M (51%)
Public Works: $0.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.0M
Administration: $0.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.6669 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+4.3% YoYFreedom Score: 81.9 (A)• Adopted Sep 9, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for MURCHISON ISD (Henderson County) totaling $2,399,112. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.6692 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$2.4M
General Fund
$2.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.1M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$12,829
Public Safety: $0.2M (7%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.2M (51%)
Public Works: $0.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.0M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.6692 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.8% YoYFreedom Score: 81.9 (A)• Adopted Sep 9, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for MURCHISON ISD (Henderson County) totaling $2,299,983. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.8546 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$2.3M
General Fund
$2.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.1M
Capital Projects
$0.0M
Per Capita
$12,299
Public Safety: $0.2M (7%)
Instruction & Teachers: $1.2M (51%)
Public Works: $0.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.0M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.8546 / $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$2.71M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.6MPer Capita: $14,480Tax Rate: $0.6617Freedom: 84.1 (A)
Official PDFFY 2026$2.62M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.4MPer Capita: $14,004Tax Rate: $0.6669Freedom: 81.7 (A)
Official PDFFY 2025$2.53M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.4MPer Capita: $13,530Tax Rate: $0.6669Freedom: 81.7 (A)
Official PDFFY 2024$2.40M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.3MPer Capita: $12,829Tax Rate: $0.6692Freedom: 81.9 (A)
Official PDFFY 2023$2.30M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.2MPer Capita: $12,299Tax Rate: $0.8546Freedom: 81.9 (A)
Official PDFFY 2022$2.22M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.1MPer Capita: $11,849Tax Rate: $0.8720Freedom: 81.9 (A)
Official PDFFY 2021$2.10M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.0MPer Capita: $11,248Tax Rate: $0.879848Freedom: 82.2 (A)
Official PDFFY 2020$1.99M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.9MPer Capita: $10,658Tax Rate: $0.887767Freedom: 82.4 (A)
Official PDFFY 2019$1.89M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.8MPer Capita: $10,122Tax Rate: $0.903747Freedom: 82.6 (A)
Official PDFFY 2018$1.81M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.8MPer Capita: $9,695Tax Rate: $0.919111Freedom: 82.7 (A)
Official PDFFY 2017$1.72M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $9,214Tax Rate: $0.920949Freedom: 82.9 (A)
Official PDFFY 2016$1.65M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.6MPer Capita: $8,801Tax Rate: $0.929238Freedom: 83.1 (A)
Official PDFFY 2015$1.56M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $8,347Tax Rate: $0.935743Freedom: 83.3 (A)
Official PDFFY 2014$1.50M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.4MPer Capita: $8,007Tax Rate: $0.942293Freedom: 83.4 (A)
Official PDFFY 2013$1.42M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.4MPer Capita: $7,581Tax Rate: $0.942293Freedom: 83.6 (A)
Official PDFFY 2012$1.37M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.3MPer Capita: $7,312Tax Rate: $0.941351Freedom: 83.7 (A)
Official PDFFY 2011$1.31M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.3MPer Capita: $7,024Tax Rate: $0.935703Freedom: 83.8 (A)
Official PDFFY 2010$1.25M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.2MPer Capita: $6,689Tax Rate: $0.930089Freedom: 84 (A)
Official PDFFY 2009$1.21M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.2MPer Capita: $6,457Tax Rate: $0.93846Freedom: 84.1 (A)
Official PDFFY 2008$1.16M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.1MPer Capita: $6,207Tax Rate: $0.944091Freedom: 84.2 (A)
Official PDFFY 2007$1.11M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.1MPer Capita: $5,951Tax Rate: $0.951644Freedom: 84.3 (A)
Official PDFFY 2006$1.06M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.0MPer Capita: $5,682Tax Rate: $0.949741Freedom: 84.5 (A)
Official PDFFY 2005$1.02M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.0MPer Capita: $5,454Tax Rate: $0.95164Freedom: 84.6 (A)
Official PDFFY 2004$0.97M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.9MPer Capita: $5,207Tax Rate: $0.949737Freedom: 84.8 (A)
Official PDFFY 2003$0.93M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.9MPer Capita: $4,951Tax Rate: $0.948787Freedom: 85 (A)
Official PDFFY 2002$0.88M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.9MPer Capita: $4,726Tax Rate: $0.944043Freedom: 85.2 (A)
Official PDFFY 2001$0.85M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.8MPer Capita: $4,542Tax Rate: $0.949707Freedom: 85.3 (A)
Official PDFFY 2000$0.80M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.8MPer Capita: $4,301Tax Rate: $0.945908Freedom: 85.6 (A)
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 — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MURCHISON 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 MURCHISON 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 — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MURCHISON 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 — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MURCHISON 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 MURCHISON 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 — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MURCHISON 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 MURCHISON 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 — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MURCHISON 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 MURCHISON 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 — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MURCHISON 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 MURCHISON 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 — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — MURCHISON ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for MURCHISON ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for MURCHISON 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 MURCHISON 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 MURCHISON ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 66 (18.9% of 350 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Nelda Tillison WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Porter Kelly WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Mike Davis WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Lloyd Smith WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Gayla Roberts WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Nancy Mccall WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (19.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
72.0% (86 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
28.0% (34 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (30.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
63.0% (77 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
37.0% (45 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (24.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
66.0% (79 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
34.0% (41 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
30.0% (36 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (28.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
68.0% (82 votes)Michael R. Vance
32.0% (38 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (26.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
56.0% (67 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (53 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (30.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
57.0% (70 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
43.0% (52 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (21.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
56.0% (67 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
44.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (28.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
62.0% (74 votes)David C. Morales
38.0% (46 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (27.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
58.0% (70 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
42.0% (50 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
60.0% (72 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (48 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (27.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
56.0% (67 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 126 (31.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
54.0% (68 votes)David C. Morales
46.0% (58 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (30.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
55.0% (67 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
45.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
43.0% (52 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 126 (31.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
64.0% (81 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
36.0% (45 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (18.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
59.0% (71 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
41.0% (49 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (28.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
61.0% (73 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
39.0% (47 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (21.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
71.0% (85 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (35 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
43.0% (52 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (21.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
65.0% (78 votes)David C. Morales
35.0% (42 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (29.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)Michael R. Vance
43.0% (52 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (27.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
71.0% (85 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
29.0% (35 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 MURCHISON ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (17.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Sheryl Sims WINNER
66.0% (79 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
34.0% (41 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (325)
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MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items4: EXECUTIVE SESSION: Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase, exchange, lease,5: Reconvene and Take Action on items discussed in Executive Session 5A. Posting for Superintendent Position6: Adjourn2026-09-17 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of prior meetings, not yet approved4.B: Accounts Payable4.C: Monthly report on Tax Collections4.D: Pledged Securities4.E: Investment Reports5: Discussion and Possible Approval of Nomination for Henderson County Appraisal District's Board of Directors vacancy6: Discussion and Possible Approval of Administration Building driveway and parking lot bids7: Discussion and Possible Approval of 26-27 Calendar Revision8: Discussion and Possible Approval on submission of 26-27 Emergency Operartions Plan components of Basic Plan and Reunification Annex to Texas School Safety Center9: Discussion and Approval of Fall into Math payment for MATH Intervention and two Saturday TSI preparation sessions in September and Spring into Math payment in March using LASO Grant funds10: Administrative Report Upcoming Events: 10/24th: Fall Festival 3-6PM11: Adjourn2026-08-27 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: Public Comments (The Public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda 4A. Minutes of prior meetings, not yet approved 4B. Accounts Payable 4C. Monthly report on Tax Collections 4D. Pledged Securities 4E. Investment Report 4F. 2026-2027 Wellness Plan 4G. 2026-2027 Gifted and Talented Plan 4H. 2026-2027 PK/Early Childhood/ESL Plan 4I. 2026-2027 Family and Community Engagement Plan 4J. 2026-2027 Needs Assessment and Distric5: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action to approve 2025-2026 Budget Amendment6: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action to approve 2026-2027 District Budget7: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action to approve 2026-2027 Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate of $0.66178: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action to amend Board Policy to include the following additions and revisions: EHDC Local, EHDD Local, DI Local, EIA Local, EIE Local, EIF Local, FEA Local, FM Local, FMH Local, and FNF Local.9: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on revising FAA Local10: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action to accept the quote for the Administration Parking Lot11: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Library Book Purchase List12: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Administrative Earned Comp Time from 2025-202613: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on District of Innovation Plan Revision to extend local certification to a maximum of 2 years with Administrative approval.14: EXECUTIVE SESSION Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase, exchange, lease, 15: Reconvene and Take Action on Executive Items15.A: Interim Superintendent Process15.B: Police Department Policy 2.15 Uniform and Dress Code15.C: Purchase of Real Property16: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Authorized Signatures on First State Bank of Brownsboro District Accounts17: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Self-Certification of Micro-Purchase Threshold18: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the November 2026 Election Cancellation19: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Henderson County Appraisal District Nomination Resolution20: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the previous review of Texas School Safety Center's Audit Survey 2023-202621: District Reports 21A. Academics and Accountability 21B. Legislative 21C. Upcoming Events22: Adjourn2026-08-27 • SPECIAL SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: Discussion of the 2026-2027 Proposed Budget and Tax Rate3: Public Comments concerning the 2026-2027 Proposed Budget and Tax Rate4: Adjourn2026-07-23 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: Public Hearing 3A. TEC 39008 Certification Compliance4: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items5: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda Minutes of prior meetings, Not Yet Approved Accounts Payable Monthly report on Tax Collections Pledged Securities Investment Report 2026-2027 TPESS and TTESS Evaluation systems, timeline and appraiser 2026-2027 MOU with LaPoynor ISD for Interdistrict Enrollment6: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on setting a Public Hearing date on the 26-27 Proposed Budget and Tax Rate7: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the 2026-2027 TASB Insurance Proposal in the amount of $59,0008: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on 2026-2027 E-Agreements with Region 7 ESC9: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on revising GPA policy EIC Local10: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on 2026-2027 Employee Handbook11: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct/Handbook12: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on MOU with Malakoff ISD for DAEP seat for 2026-2027 school year13: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on hosting Henderson County's Sensory and Blue Santa Events14: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on MOU with Honey Just Bee Counseling for the 2026-2027 school year15: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on SB12 Form TEC 39008 Certification Compliance16: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Administration building drive and parking lot bid17: EXECUTIVE SESSION: PERSONNEL MATTER: Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase18: RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION19: Administrative Reports: 19a. Principal's Report: Accountability, Academics Reports including goals, data analysis, subpopulation comparison, and Campus Information 19b. Superintendent's Report: School Finance, Facilities and Operations, Business and District Events, Upcoming Board Dates 19c. Upcoming Events20: Adjourn2026-06-25 • SPECIAL SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda Minutes of prior meetings, Not Yet Approved Accounts Payable Monthly report on Tax Collections Pledged Securities Investment Report5: Discuss, Consider, and Approve the Order of Election for the November 3, 2026, General Election for Murchison ISD Board of Trustee positions6: Discuss, Consider, and Approve TASB Policy Update 127 including: BJCF(LOCAL): Superintendent – Nonrenewal CAA(LOCAL): Fiscal Mananement Goals and Objectives – Financial Ethics DC(LOCAL): Employment Practices DH(LOCAL): Employee Standards of Conduct DP(LOCAL):Personnel Positions DPA(LOCAL)Personnel Positions – Principals DPB(LOCAL): Personnel Positions – Other Personnel Positions EHBB(LOCAL): Speia7: EXECUTIVE SESSION: PERSONNEL MATTER: Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase8: RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION9: Administrative Reports: 9A. Superintendent’s Report: School Finance, Facilities and Operations, Business and District Events, Upcoming Board Dates 9B. Principal’s Report: Accountability, Academics Reports including goals, data analysis, subpopulation comparison, and Campus Information10: Adjourn2026-05-26 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: A. Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on it4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda Minutes of prior meetings, Not Yet Approved Accounts Payable Monthly report on Tax Collections Pledged Securities Investment Report5: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Certification of Provision of Instructional Materials6: EXECUTIVE SESSION: PERSONNEL MATTER: Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase7: Reconvene in Open Session for Possible Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session7.A: Personnel7.B: 2026-2027 Salary Schedule and Compensation Plan8: Administrative Reports: 8A. Superintendent’s Report: School Finance, Facilities and Operations, Business and District Events, Upcoming Board Dates 8B. Principal’s Report: Accountability, Academics Reports including goals, data analysis, subpopulation comparison, and Campus Information9: Adjourn2026-05-08 • SPECIAL SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items3: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on submission of Staff Development and Missed Day waivers to TEA for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Superintendent to adjust 2025-2026 calendar if necessary5: Adjourn2026-04-30 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: A. Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on it4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda 4A. Minutes of prior meetings, not yet approved 4B. Accounts Payable 4C. Monthly Report on Tax Collections 4D. Pledged Securities 4E. Investment Reports5: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on declining permission to be a polling site for future elections6: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on one time supplemental pay check for staff retention and HQIM implementation7: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the purchase of modular building from Shultz Moving8: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on possibility of student board member9: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on TVCC dual credit participation and district dual credit contribution10: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the approval of contract with Rutherford, Taylor, & Company, P.C. to provide auditing services for year ended August 31, 202611: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the 2026-2027 Henderson County Tax Collections Contract12: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the Day School Program for the Deaf Contract13: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on amending the Memorandum of Understanding with Trinity Valley Community College to approve the awarding of one (1) full high school credit for each successfully completed college semester course that is determined to be aligned with corresponding high school courses, as verified by district administration.14: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on bids for aerobic septic system15: EXECUTIVE SESSION PERSONNEL MATTER (Appointment, Employment, Evaluation, Reassignment, Duties, Discipline, Dismissal, Complaints, Safety, and Security, Real Property) A. Superintendent Contract B. Student Disciplinary Actions - Remote DAEP16: Reconvene and Take Action on Executive Session Items16.A: Superintendent Contract16.B: Student Disciplinary Actions - Remote DAEP17: Administrative Reports 17A. Superintendent's Report: School Finance, Facilities and Operations, Business and District Events, Upcoming Board Dates 17B. Principal's Report: Accountability, Academics Reports including goals, data analysis, subpopulation comparison, and Campus Information18: Adjourn2026-03-19 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President, whether a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growning Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items3.A: Public Hearing 1. Acceptance of the LIFT portion of the LASO 4 grant and agreement with the Education Service Center 7 as the approved provider.4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of prior meetings, not yet approved4.B: Accounts Payable4.C: Monthly report on Tax Collections4.D: Pledged Securities4.E: Investment Reports5: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on approval of $150,000 loan request from FSB Brownsboro for capital improvements with the pledge of a CD.6: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on authorized signatures for FSB Brownsboro loan request for capital improvement.7: EXECUTIVE SESSION: PERSONNEL MATTER: Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase8: Reconvene and take action on executive items8.A: Annual evaluation of the performance of the Superintendent8.B: Contract of Superintendent9: Administrative Reports A. Superintendent's Report: School Finance, Facilities and Operations, Business and District Events, Upcoming Board Dates B. Principal's Report: Accountability, Academics Reports including goals, data analysis, subpopulation comparison, and Campus Information10: Adjourn2026-02-19 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items4: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the appointment of Robert Horton to fill the vacant position left by Nelda Tillison5: Oath of Office for newly appointed trustee, Robert Horton6: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda6.A: Minutes of prior meetings, not yet approved6.B: Accounts Payable6.C: Monthly report on Tax Collections6.D: Pledged Securities6.E: Investment Reports6.F: 2026-2027 District Calendar6.G: 2026-2027 Superintendent Evaluation Form7: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Authorization for the District to pay employees for missed school days on January 26, 2026, January 27, 2027, and January 28, 2026 due to weather8: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action to nominate two candidates to fill vacancies on the Henderson County Appraisal District Board9: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Senate Bill 11 Regarding Daily Prayer Time10: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Certification Waiver11: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on 2025-2026 Budget Resolution12: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on TVCC dual credit participation and district dual credit contribution13: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on creating a BETA chapter for 4th - 10th grade students14: EXECUTIVE SESSION: PERSONNEL MATTER: Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase15: RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION15.A: Revision to Guardian Policy15.B: PEIMs Position schedule change15.C: Personnel-Administrative Positions for 2026-202715.D: Purchase, Exchange, Lease or Value or Real Property16: Administrative Reports: 16A. Superintendent’s Report: School Finance, Facilities & Operations, Business & District Events, Upcoming Board Dates 16B. Principal’s Report: Accountability, Academics Reports including goals, data analysis, subpopulation comparison, and Campus Information 16C. Celebration of Board Trustees17: Adjourn2026-02-17 • SPECIAL SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Growing Learners, Building Leaders. Together!3: Team Building and Team of 8 Training provided by Capturing Kids' Hearts4: Adjourn2026-01-08 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: Public Hearing A Notice of Public Meeting to be held January 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the following items: I. TAPR Report (Federal Report Card) II. District of Innovation Revision III. R-PEP (Rural -Pathway Excellence Partnership Program)3: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda 4A. Minutes of prior meetings, not yet approved 4B. Accounts Payable 4C. Monthly report on Tax Collections 4D. Pledged Securities 4E. Investment Reports5: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Approval of Financial Audit for the School Year Ending August 31, 20256: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the Resignation of Trustee Nelda Tillison7: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Reorganization of the Board of Trustees8: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Dr. Followwell’s request to move the Superintendent Contract and Evaluation from January to March.9: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on RPEP application10: EXECUTIVE SESSION: Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase, exchange, lease,11: Reconvene in Open Session For Possible Action on Items Discussed in Closed Session11.A: Administrative Building Quotes11.B: Campus Building Quotes11.C: Financing for Administrative and Campus Buildings12: District Reports: 12A. Academics and Accountability- School Improvement, OER intervention, EDF 12B. Legislative Updates 12C. Upcoming Events13: Adjourn2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts1: 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 Controls6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-11-20 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: District Mission Statement: Building Learners, Growing Leaders, Together!3: Public Comments 3B. Public Hearing: 1. Intent to apply for LASO 4 2. Submission of Targeted Improvement Plan 3. Announcement of Trustee Continuing Education Hours4: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda 4A. Minutes of Prior Meetings, not yet approved 4B. Accounts Payable 4C. Monthly Report on Tax Collections 4D. Pledged Securities 4E. Investment Report5: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the submission of the Targeted Improvement Plan6: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the Financial Audit for the School Year ending August 20257: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on TASB Policy Update 126 including the following Local policies: BE(LOCAL): BOARD MEETINGS BED(LOCAL): BOARD MEETINGS - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION CJ(LOCAL): CONTRACTED SERVICES CJA(LOCAL): CONTRACTED SERVICES - BACKGROUND CHECKS AND REQUIRED REPORTING CLE(LOCAL): BUILDINGS, GROUNDS, AND EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT - REQUIRED DISPLAYS CQB(LOCAL): TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES - CYBER8: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the 2025-2026 Student Codoe of Conduct, Student Handbook, and Employee Handbook revisions as required by Legislative Action and Policy Updates9: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the Official Ballot for a position on the HCAD Board of Directors beginning January 1, 202610: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on purchase of an additional classroom building and Administration building11: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on accepting Capturing Kids' Hearts scholarship for Board Training12: EXECUTIVE SESSION PERSONNEL MATTER (Appointment, Employment, Evaluation, Reassignment, Duties, Discipline, Dismissal, Complaints, Safety and Security) 12A. Safety updates and upgrades committee recommendations 12B. New Administrative position 12C. Personnel 12D. Participation in Community Service Project with Henderson County Community Service and Corrections Department13: Reconvene and take action on executive items13.A: Safety Purchases as recommended by the Safety Committee13.B: Addition of a new administrator position13.C: Personnel13.D: Participation in Community Service Project with Henderson County Community Service and Corrections Department14: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on Senate Bill 12 Resolution15: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the delegation of authority to the School Board to approve Library materials for the district16: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the approval of recommended Library Book List17: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on approval for the Superintendent to continue participation in the School Research Network as a training opportunity18: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on extending Energy Contract with ADK19: Administrative Comments a. Superintendent’s Report: School Finance, Business and District Events b. Principal’s Report: Accountability, Academics, and Campus Information20: Adjourn2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-09-18 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from MURCHISON ISD BoardBook public portal.
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12: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on SB 546 (regarding 3 point seat belts) Resolution outlining financial hardship and the request for an extension of compliance until the 2029 compliance date.13: District Reports A. Academics and Accountability - School Improvements, OER intervention, EDF B. Legislative Updates C. Upcoming Events14: Adjourn1: Call Meeting to Order 1A. Announcement of the President whether a quorum is present that the meeting has been duly called, and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. 1B. Invocation 1C. Pledge of Allegiance2: Public Comments (The public is invited to sign up and speak on matters of concern. The Board welcomes comments during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. However, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, board members cannot respond, discuss, or vote on issues. In accordance with board policy BED(LOCAL), comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, as well as only on items3: Discuss, Consider, and Approve Consent Agenda A. Minutes of prior meetings, Not Yet Approved B. Accounts Payable C. Monthly report on Tax Collections D. Pledged Securities E. Investment Report4: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action to cancel the November 2025 election order for MISD school board trustee.5: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the district payment of 50% of the TRS pension surcharge for returning, retired Special Education teacher for the 2025-2026 school year6: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the rescission of the SB12 resolution7: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the approval of the SB12 resolution8: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on the policy for participation in extracurricular activities without parental consent for provided medical services9: EXECUTIVE SESSION: PERSONNEL MATTER: Deliberations relating to personnel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, including (appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, termination, or proposed nonrenewal of probationary and term contract employees, safety and security measures). Texas Government Code Section 551.072 discussion of issues related to the purchase10: RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION 10A. Safety and Security Upgrades11: Discuss, Consider, and Take Action on increasing the formal procurement threshold from $50,000 to $100,0002025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON 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 Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts5: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-02-17 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON 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: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-01-20 • REGULAR SESSION
MURCHISON ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts