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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Zapata County, TX
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Population / Scale
3,205
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.92087
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$53.7M
+3.4% YoY • +22.7% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$15.65M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▲ 0.0 pts
1Y: +0.7 pts • 10Y: -1.0 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -4.9 pts
71.4 (B) → 66.5 (C)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.6%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+22.7% (5Y)
10Y: +53.8% • Since '00: +235.0%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.0811
FY 22: $1.0020 → FY 27: $0.9209
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 71.4 (B)'10: 69.1 (C)'17: 67.5 (C)'22: 66.5 (C)'27: 66.5 (C)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $16.0M'10: $25.4M'17: $34.9M'22: $43.7M'27: $53.7M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
DS
Dora Sendejo
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
EJ
E Joel Garcia
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
JR
Jose Ramirez, Iii
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
LG
Luis Guevara
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
MG
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
MM
Mariselva Martinez
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
MM
Martha Morales
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 66.5 (C)• Adopted Sep 23, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($53,650,105) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.920870 per $100 valuation: $0.684930 M&O + $0.235940 I&S) for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD. Source: 2026–2027 TEA Maximum Compressed Rate (MCR) & Certified Tax Roll (Zapata County).
Total Appropriation
$53.7M
General Fund
$35.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.6M
Capital Projects
$6.3M
Per Capita
$16,740
Public Safety: $2.0M (4%)
Instruction & Teachers: $20.9M (39%)
Public Works: $5.6M (10%)
Parks & Culture: $2.2M
Administration: $6.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.92087 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 65.8 (C)• Adopted Oct 7, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($51,885,982) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.917200 per $100 valuation) for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD.
Total Appropriation
$51.9M
General Fund
$32.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.5M
Capital Projects
$5.9M
Per Capita
$16,189
Public Safety: $1.9M (4%)
Instruction & Teachers: $19.6M (38%)
Public Works: $5.2M (10%)
Parks & Culture: $2.1M
Administration: $6.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9172 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.4% YoYFreedom Score: 65.8 (C)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($50,131,384) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.958700 per $100 valuation) for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD.
Total Appropriation
$50.1M
General Fund
$32.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.5M
Capital Projects
$5.9M
Per Capita
$15,642
Public Safety: $1.9M (4%)
Instruction & Teachers: $19.6M (39%)
Public Works: $5.2M (10%)
Parks & Culture: $2.1M
Administration: $6.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9587 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+4.7% YoYFreedom Score: 66.1 (C)• Adopted Sep 8, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD (Zapata County) totaling $48,027,767. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.9587 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$48.0M
General Fund
$31.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.3M
Capital Projects
$5.7M
Per Capita
$14,985
Public Safety: $1.8M (4%)
Instruction & Teachers: $18.8M (39%)
Public Works: $5.0M (10%)
Parks & Culture: $2.0M
Administration: $5.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9587 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+5.0% YoYFreedom Score: 66.2 (C)• Adopted Sep 8, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD (Zapata County) totaling $45,871,793. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.9896 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$45.9M
General Fund
$30.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.2M
Capital Projects
$5.4M
Per Capita
$14,313
Public Safety: $1.7M (4%)
Instruction & Teachers: $18.0M (39%)
Public Works: $4.8M (10%)
Parks & Culture: $1.9M
Administration: $5.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9896 / $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$53.65M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $35.1MPer Capita: $16,740Tax Rate: $0.92087Freedom: 66.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2026$51.89M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $32.9MPer Capita: $16,189Tax Rate: $0.9172Freedom: 65.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2025$50.13M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $32.9MPer Capita: $15,642Tax Rate: $0.9587Freedom: 65.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2024$48.03M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $31.6MPer Capita: $14,985Tax Rate: $0.9587Freedom: 66.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2023$45.87M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $30.1MPer Capita: $14,313Tax Rate: $0.9896Freedom: 66.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2022$43.71M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $28.7MPer Capita: $13,638Tax Rate: $1.0020Freedom: 66.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2021$42.19M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $27.7MPer Capita: $13,162Tax Rate: $1.016028Freedom: 66.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2020$40.16M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $26.4MPer Capita: $12,531Tax Rate: $1.035333Freedom: 66.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2019$38.63M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $25.4MPer Capita: $12,052Tax Rate: $1.045686Freedom: 67 (C)
Official PDFFY 2018$36.60M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $24.0MPer Capita: $11,419Tax Rate: $1.058234Freedom: 67.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2017$34.88M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $22.9MPer Capita: $10,884Tax Rate: $1.058234Freedom: 67.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2016$33.25M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $21.8MPer Capita: $10,376Tax Rate: $1.054001Freedom: 67.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2015$31.83M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.9MPer Capita: $9,930Tax Rate: $1.061379Freedom: 68 (C)
Official PDFFY 2014$30.38M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.0MPer Capita: $9,478Tax Rate: $1.058195Freedom: 68.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2013$29.09M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.1MPer Capita: $9,078Tax Rate: $1.051846Freedom: 68.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2012$27.89M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.3MPer Capita: $8,701Tax Rate: $1.059209Freedom: 68.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2011$26.81M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.6MPer Capita: $8,365Tax Rate: $1.05815Freedom: 68.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2010$25.44M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.7MPer Capita: $7,939Tax Rate: $1.066615Freedom: 69.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2009$24.31M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.0MPer Capita: $7,586Tax Rate: $1.066615Freedom: 69.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2008$23.02M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.1MPer Capita: $7,182Tax Rate: $1.074081Freedom: 69.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2007$22.03M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.5MPer Capita: $6,873Tax Rate: $1.076229Freedom: 69.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2006$20.86M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.7MPer Capita: $6,509Tax Rate: $1.070848Freedom: 70.1 (B)
Official PDFFY 2005$20.13M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.2MPer Capita: $6,281Tax Rate: $1.065494Freedom: 70.2 (B)
Official PDFFY 2004$19.22M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.6MPer Capita: $5,995Tax Rate: $1.061232Freedom: 70.5 (B)
Official PDFFY 2003$18.44M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.1MPer Capita: $5,754Tax Rate: $1.062293Freedom: 70.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2002$17.60M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.6MPer Capita: $5,491Tax Rate: $1.063355Freedom: 70.9 (B)
Official PDFFY 2001$16.75M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.0MPer Capita: $5,226Tax Rate: $1.059102Freedom: 71.2 (B)
Official PDFFY 2000$16.02M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.5MPer Capita: $4,997Tax Rate: $1.064398Freedom: 71.4 (B)
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 — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for ZAPATA COUNTY 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 ZAPATA COUNTY 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 — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for ZAPATA COUNTY 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 — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for ZAPATA COUNTY 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 ZAPATA COUNTY 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 — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for ZAPATA COUNTY 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 ZAPATA COUNTY 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 — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for ZAPATA COUNTY 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 ZAPATA COUNTY 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 — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for ZAPATA COUNTY 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 ZAPATA COUNTY 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 — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD totali...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for ZAPATA COUNTY 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 ZAPATA COUNTY 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 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 414 (19.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
E Joel Garcia WINNER
100.0% (364 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Jose Ramirez, Iii WINNER
100.0% (364 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
100.0% (364 votes)Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Mariselva Martinez WINNER
100.0% (364 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Dora Sendejo WINNER
100.0% (364 votes)Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Martha Morales WINNER
100.0% (364 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Luis Guevara WINNER
100.0% (364 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 436 (20.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
61.0% (266 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
39.0% (170 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 414 (19.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
56.0% (232 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (182 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 327 (15.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
59.0% (193 votes)David C. Morales
41.0% (134 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 349 (16.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
72.0% (251 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
28.0% (98 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 414 (19.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
69.0% (286 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (128 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 632 (29.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
56.0% (354 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (278 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 370 (17.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
69.0% (255 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (115 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 567 (26.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
56.0% (318 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
44.0% (249 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 327 (15.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
60.0% (196 votes)Michael R. Vance
40.0% (131 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 632 (29.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
66.0% (417 votes)Michael R. Vance
34.0% (215 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 327 (15.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
55.0% (180 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
45.0% (147 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 327 (15.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
66.0% (216 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
34.0% (111 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 567 (26.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
58.0% (329 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
42.0% (238 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 392 (18.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
64.0% (251 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
36.0% (141 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 501 (23.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
66.0% (331 votes)Michael R. Vance
34.0% (170 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 588 (27.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
58.0% (341 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
42.0% (247 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 436 (20.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
68.0% (296 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
32.0% (140 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 567 (26.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
71.0% (403 votes)Michael R. Vance
29.0% (164 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 632 (29.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
61.0% (386 votes)Michael R. Vance
39.0% (246 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 458 (21.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
69.0% (316 votes)Michael R. Vance
31.0% (142 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 458 (21.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
55.0% (252 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
45.0% (206 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 610 (28.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
66.0% (403 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
34.0% (207 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 305 (14.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
62.0% (189 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
38.0% (116 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 501 (23.0% of 2,179 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr WINNER
60.0% (301 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
40.0% (200 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (329)
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ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
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1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Administrative Reports Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1: Presentation and Discussion by Dr. Alma G. Perez Regarding Proposed Legacy Initiative. Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.2: Presentation and Discussion on Special Education Instructional Improvement Plan Presenter: Dr. Yesenia GarciaC.3: Presentation and Discussion Regarding School Library Materials Proposed for Procurement Presenter: Ana M. Gonzalez / Crisella G. DelgadoC.4: Presentation and Discussion Regarding the Appointment of an AI Risk Officer. Presenter: Connie GrayC.5: Presentation and Discussion on Technology Updates: Access Control Network and Wireless Access Points (E-Rate and Non-E-Rate) Security Bus Camera Upgrade Surveillance Camera Upgrade Cybersecurity Devices Presenter: Connie GrayC.6: Presentation and Discussion on the 2026-2027 Alignment Initiative Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.7: Presentation and Discussion Regarding District Policies and Review Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezD: Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-09-23 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Students5: B. Recognitions6: B.1. Student Recognitions Presenter: Clyde GuerraC: Public CommentsC.1: Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits asD: CommunicationsD.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta Treviño12: E. Consent Items13: E.1. Approval of the Minutes for the Special Called Board Meeting, held on August 10, 2026; Special Called Board Meeting held on August 18, 2026, and the Public Hearing and Regular Board Meeting held on August 25, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez14: F. Administrative Reports15: F.1. Finance Update A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for August 2026 E: Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez16: F.2. District Financial Overview Tax Report for August 2026 Fund Balance and Financial Position as of August 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez17: F.3. Presentation and Discussion on Technology Updates Access Control Network and Wireless Access Points (E-Rate and Non E-Rate) Bus Camera Upgrade Legacy Surveillance Camera Upgrade Mobile Phone Carrier Transition Staff Devices Presenter: Connie Gray18: G. Action Items19: G.1. Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Budget Amendment BA26-07-01 Presenter: Michelle Martinez20: G.2. Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $25,000 and/or Fund Balance Expenditures OF26-27-02 Presenter: Michelle Martinez21: G.3. Consideration and Possible Action to Ratify the Transfer of General Operating Funds to Restore Activity Fund Balances Presenter: Michelle Martinez22: G.4. Approval of 2026-2027 T-TESS Appraisers (Additional) Presenter: Ana Mariela Gonzalez23: H. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, II: Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III25: J. District Communications September 25, 2026 - Home Game with Orange Grove @ 7:00 PM October 2, 2026 - Professional Development / Student Holiday October 7, 2026 - Board Workshop @ 5:30 PM October 14, 2026 - Hawkfest Parade @ 6:30 PM October 14, 2026 - Hawkfest @ 7:30 PM October 16, 2026 - Homecoming Game with Valley View @ 7:00 PM October 23, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting @ 5:30 PM Present26: K. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-09-09 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
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1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Administrative Reports Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1: State of the District Discussion Presenter: Dr. Roberta R. TrevinoC.2: Facilities Update Presenter: Pedro MoralesC.3: Attendance Matters Presentation and Discussion Presenter: Nancy GuerreroC.4: Financial Management Presenter: Michelle MartinezC.5: Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Update - Data Capture, Data Submission, and Application Expansion Presenter: Ana Mariela Martinez GonzalezD: Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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C.1: Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits asD: Communications1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Students5: B. Recognitions6: B.1. Student Recognitions Presenter: Clyde Guerra, Jr.C: Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta Treviño12: E. Consent Items13: E.1. Approval of the Minutes for the Special Called Board Meeting, Board Workshop held on July 16, 2026, and the Public Hearing, Regular Board Meeting held on July 28, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez14: F. Administrative Reports33: H.1. Discussion and Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding the 2026 School Safety and Security Audit Summary of Findings. Presenter: Clyde Guerra, Jr.I: Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III15: F.1. Finance Reports A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for July 2026 E. Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez16: F.2. District Financial Overview Quarterly Investment Report for 2nd Quarter 2026 Tax Report for July 2026 Fund Balance and Financial Position as of July 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez17: F.3. 2026 A-F Accountability System Update Presenter: Ana M. Gonzalez18: G. Action Items19: G.1. Action: Approval of Attendance Awareness Month Proclamation - September 2026 Presenter: Nancy Guerrero20: G.2. Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Budget Amendment BA25-26-06 Presenter: Michelle Martinez21: G.3. Discussion/ Possible Action: Approval of 2026-2027 Budget Presenter: Michelle Martinez22: G.4. Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Classification of Fund Balance for the 2026-2027 School Year A: Committed Fund Balance B: Assigned Fund Balance Presenter: Michelle Martinez23: G.5. Action: Adoption of 2026 Tax Rate by Resolution Presenter: Michelle Martinez24: G.6. Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $25,000 and/or Fund Balance Expenditures OF26-27-01 Presenter: Michelle Martinez25: G.7. Approval to Extend the Contract to Auction Surplus District Property Presenter: Pedro Morales26: G.8. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Agreement between the District and BSN Sporting Goods. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez27: G.9. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding Zapata County Independent School District and Council for Educational Excellence (CEE) Institutions of Higher Education College Prep Mathematics and English Language Arts Courses Presenter: Ana M. Gonzalez28: G.10. Approval of a Service Shared Agreement Between the District and Laredo Independent School District's Regional Day School for the Deaf Presenter: Dr. Yesenia Garcia29: G.11. Approval of the 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct Presenter: Clyde Guerra, Jr.30: G.12. Approval of Adjunct Faculty Agreement Between the District and 4H. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez31: G.13. Approval of Resolution Regarding Extracurricular Status of 4-H Organization Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez32: H. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074/551.076 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ra35: J. District Communications September 10, 2026 - Board Workshop Meeting September 18 & 21, 2026 - 1st Six Weeks Break September 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III36: K. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1.a: Hearing: Public Hearing in Regards to the 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Presenter: Michelle MartinezC.2: Public Comments in Regards to 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Presenter: Michelle Martinez2026-08-18 • SPECIAL SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Action ItemsD: Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.1: Conduct Annual Evaluation of Superintendent Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III8: E. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III9: E.1. Action Regarding Annual Evaluation of Superintendent Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III10: F. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-08-10 • SPECIAL SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Action ItemsC.1: Discussion and Possible Action on the Approval of an Order Calling an Election to be Held November 3, 2026, for the Purpose of Electing Board Trustees to Single Member Districts 2, 5, and One At-Large Position. Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezD: Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.1: Discussion and Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding Updates to Compensation Plan Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III9: E. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III10: E.1. Discussion/Action Updates to District Compensation Plan11: F. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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D: Communications1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Students5: B. Recognitions6: B.1. Student Recognitions Presenter: Clyde GuerraC: Public CommentsC.1: Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits asD.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta Treviño12: E. Consent Items13: E.1. Approval of the Minutes for the Special Called Board Meeting, Board Workshop held on June 9, 2026, and the Regular Board Meeting held on June 16, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez14: F. Administrative Reports15: F.1. Finance Reports A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for June 2026 E. Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez16: F.2. District Financial Overview Presenter: Michelle Martinez17: G. Action Items18: G.1. Approval of Budget Amendment BA25-26-05 General Operating Fund Presenter: Michelle Martinez19: G.2. Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $25,000 and/or Fund Balance Expenditures OF25-26-10 Presenter: Michelle Martinez20: G.3. Approval of Certification of Taxable Values for FY2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez21: G.4. Consideration for the Board to decide on Public Meeting date, time, and place to discuss proposed 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Presenter: Michelle Martinez22: G.5. Consider and approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008 as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Texas Legislative Session) Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez23: G.6. Memorandum of Understanding between Zapata County and Zapata County ISD for Board Elections. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez24: G.7. Approval of 2026-2027 T-TESS Calendar Presenter: Ana Mariela Martinez Gonzalez25: G.8. Approval of 2026-2027 T-TESS Appraisers Presenter: Ana Mariela Martinez Gonzalez26: G.9. Approval of the 2026-2027 District Compensation and Benefits Plan Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez27: G.10. Approval of the 2026-2027 Stipend Plan Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez28: H. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, II: Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III30: J. District Communications July 28-30, 2026 - New Teacher Orientation August 3-7, 2026 - Professional Development/Student Holiday August 5, 2026 - Convocation @ 10:30 AM August 6, 2026 - Board Workshop Meeting @ 5:30 PM August 10, 2026 - First Day of School August 18, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting @ 5:30 PM Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III31: K. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-07-16 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
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4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriat1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC: Administrative Reports Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1: Presentation and Update on Staffing Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.2: Presentation on Proposed Compensation Plan for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.3: 2026-2027 Budget Workshop No. 6 Presenter: Michelle MartinezD: Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-07-16 • SPECIAL SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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C: Action ItemsC.1: Approval to Open the Position of Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC.2: Approval to Open the Position of School Licensed Psychologist (LSP) for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.3: Consideration and Approval of the Transfer of Ownership of Grant-Funded Laptop Computers to Eligible Graduating Students Participating in the Methodist Healthcare Ministries (MHM Grant) "Making Learning Accessible: A Tech Initiative." Presenter: Michelle MartinezD: Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.1: Discussion and Consultation with Counsel Regarding the Superintendent's Recommendation for the Appointment of Assistant Principals at District Campuses Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezD.2: Discussion and Consultation with legal counsel regarding school board member boundary maps prepared by Zonda, Inc. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez12: E. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III13: E.1. Approval of the Superintendent's Recommendation for the Appointment of Assistant Principals at District Campuses Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez14: F. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Employee5: B. Public Comments6: B.1. Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limiC: CommunicationsC.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta TreviñoD: Consent ItemsD.1: Approval of the Minutes for the Board Workshop, Special Called Board Meeting held on May 4, 2026, Special Called Board Meeting held on May 14, 2026, and the Regular Board Meeting held on May 21, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez12: E. Administrative Reports13: E.1. Finance Reports A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for May 2026 E. Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez14: E.2. District Financial Overview Presenter: Michelle Martinez15: E.3. Presentation and report of 2025-2026 Optional Flexible School Day Program (OFSDP) Presenter: Lauro Garza16: F. Action Items17: F.1. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment BA25-26-04 Presenter: Michelle Martinez18: F.2. Consider and Approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89 th Texas Legislative Session). Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez19: F.3. Consideration and Approval to Solicit Request for Proposal for ZMS Gymnasium Presenter: Pedro Morales20: F.4. Consideration and Approval of the 2026-2027 Optional Flexible School Day Program Application Presenter: Lauro Garza21: F.5. Approval of the Disposal of Out-of-Adoption Instructional Materials Presenter: Ana M. Gonzalez/Crisella G. Delgado22: G. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, I23: G.1. Discussion and Consultation with Counsel Regarding Zonda, Inc. Proposal Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez24: H. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIII: District Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III26: J. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-06-09 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
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1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Administrative Reports Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1: Presentation and Discussion Regarding District’s Compliance with Texas Education Code Sections 39.0089, 11.005 (c ), and 28.002 (h) as Required by Senate Bill 12 Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.2: Presentation and Discussion on Student Field Trip Travel Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.3: Presentation and Discussion on Donations Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.4: Presentation and Discussion on District Facilities Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.5: 2026-2027 Budget Workshop No. 5 Presenter: Michelle MartinezD: Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-06-09 • SPECIAL SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Administrative ReportsD: Action ItemsD.1: Discussion and Possible Action regarding District Record Collected Data and Information Regarding Seat Belts in District-Owned and Contracted Buses for the Purpose of Fulfilling Reporting Requirements Under the SB 546 Seat Belt Study Presenter: Pedro M. MoralesD.2: Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Approval of TASB Update 127 to Board Policy. Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezD.3: Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $25,000 and/or Fund Balance Expenditures OF25-26-09 Presenter: Michelle MartinezD.4: Approval to reclassify the position of Payroll Specialist PG6 on the administrative technical table to Accounting Associate PG3 under the administrative / professional table. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez11: E. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, I12: E.1. Discussion Regarding the Recommendation for Assistant Principal Position Presenter: Dr. Roberta R. Trevino13: F. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III14: F.1. Discussion and possible action to adopt a Resolution dedicating and naming the Zapata High School Auditorium, “The Nelly E. Cuellar-Garcia Performing Arts Auditorium” in Accordance with CW (Local)15: F.2. Approval Regarding the Recommendation for Assistant Principal Position Presenter: Dr. Roberta R. Trevino16: G. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-05-21 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
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1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Students5: B. Recognitions6: B.1. Student Recognitions: ZHS Baseball ZHS Softball ZHS and ZMS Golf ZHS Spring Tennis ZHS & ZMS Track ZHS UIL Academics ZHS OAP Presenter: Clyde GuerraC: Public CommentsC.1: Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits asD: CommunicationsD.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta Treviño12: E. Consent Items13: E.1. Approval of the Minutes for the Board Workshop held on April 9, 2026, and the Regular Board Meeting held on April 23, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez14: F. Administrative Reports15: F.1. Finance Reports A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for April 2026 E. Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez16: F.2. District Performance & Financial Overview Presenter: Michelle Martinez17: F.3. Presentation on Student Athletic Handbook Presenter: David Porras18: G. Action Items19: G.1. Approval of 2025-2026 Curriculum Writing and Summer School Rates Presenter: Michelle Martinez20: H. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, II: Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III22: J. District Communications May 25, 2026 - Holiday (Memorial Day) May 29, 2026 - Graduation @ 7:00 PM June 9, 2026 - Board Workshop @ 5:30 PM Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III23: K. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY 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 Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2026-03-16 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY 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 Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-02-16 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY 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: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2026-01-19 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY 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 Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY 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 Expansion7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY 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 Contracts6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY 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 Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders