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SPECIAL_DISTRICT • Bastrop COUNTY

Grant Gutierrez

Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
SMITHVILLE ISD

Elected Trustee, Place 2 for Smithville ISD.

sisdcommunications@smithvilleisd.org(512) 237-2487
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Roll-Call Liberty Index
Freedom Score: 48/100▼ -4.5 pts (5Y)
Statewide Rank: #25836 in Texas
Fiscal Restraint
47.5/100
Regulatory Restraint
47.1/100
Lone Dissents
0

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

May 2025 SMITHVILLE ISD Official General Election Canvass (2025-05-03)
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
ELECTED / WON
Grant Gutierrez (Current Profile)100.0% (212 votes)
Early Voting: 129Election Day: 72Mail Ballots: 11

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes
407
Yes Votes
407 (100%)
No / Dissenting Votes
0 (0%)
Abstentions
0

Recorded Public Votes Log

Ordered from most impactful to Freedom Score to least impactful
#1VOTED: YES+9.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
H.4. Tentative Future Board Agenda Items Description: 2026-27 Budget Development and Fund Balance Designation Update on Child Nutrition Services and 2026-2027 Meal Prices Adoption of the 2026-27 Employee Compensation Plan Receive a Report on Priority 3 of the SISD Strategic Plan Approval of 2026-2027 Board Operating Procedures Call for Public Hearing on Proposed Budget and Tax Rate in 2026-2027 Ap
#2VOTED: YES-9.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
Consider adoption of an order authorizing the issuance of Smithville Independent School District Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, in one or more series; levying a tax and providing for the security and payment thereof; authorizing a pricing officer to approve the award of the sale thereof in accordance with specified parameters; authorizing the redemption prior to maturity of certain outstanding bon
#3VOTED: YES+9.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
Consideration, Discussion, and Possible Action Regarding a Refinancing of Debt from the 2016 Bond Series Description: Christian Merritt, with Live Oak Public Finance, LLC will provide an overview and analysis related to debt management and the District's upcoming opportunity for a refunding of debt from the Series 2017 Bond.
#4VOTED: YES+9.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
Adoption of the 2026-2027 District Tax Rate Description: The Board is required to set a tax rate within 60 days of receiving the certified tax roll but no later than September 30th.  The Board is also required to conduct a public hearing on the budget and tax rate before setting the tax rate. The tax rate necessary to fund the proposed 2026-2027 budget as adopted is $0.9186 per hundred dollars val
#5VOTED: YES+9.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
E.9. Approval of a Bond Repayment Resolution Description: The Board must approve a resolution prior to each bond payment made via wire transfer. Attached is a resolution for the August 2026 payment. Attachments: ( 1 ) Bond Payment Resolution 7.20.2026 7/16/2026 at 8:03 AM
#6VOTED: YES+9.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
G.6. Tentative Future Agenda Items Description: Board Recognitions Superintendent’s Report SISD Strategic Plan Update on Priority 4: Fiscal & Operational Systems Report of Board Member Continuing Education Hours Consider Approval of a Parameter Order for the Refunding of 2017 Bond Funds Personnel Approval of Library Materials Approval of Alternate Schedule for Bilingual Summer School
#7VOTED: YES+8.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
E.1. Public Hearing on the Smithville ISD Proposed Budget and Tax Rate for 2026-2027 Description: School districts are required by state law and board policies CCG [Legal] and CE[Legal] to conduct a public hearing on the proposed budget prior to adoption.  Any taxpayer of the District may be present and participate in the public hearing. Under board operating procedures, the Board will decide at t
#8VOTED: YES+8.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
G.10. Ratification of the July 2026 Bond Repayment Resolution Description: In July 2026, the SISD Board of Trustees approved a bond repayment resolution of  $3,067,000, with $2,515,000 to principal and $552,000 to interest. Following the recent bond refunding, $115,000 of the stated principal amount was for the Planned Issuer Contribution and not principal. The total amount of the repayment was un
#9VOTED: YES-8.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
G.8. Bond Payments Resolution Description: First National Bank and LoneStar Investment Pool, depositories for Smithville ISD, require that the Board pass a resolution each time we wire transfer our bond payment. Attached is a resolution for the Board’s approval to wire payment for the interest due on our bonds by 2/15/2026. Attachments: ( 1 ) Bond Payment Resolution 1.20.26 1/13/2026 at 11:54 AM
#10VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-10-19
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#11VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Approval of the Construction Delivery Method for Playground Resurfacing at Brown Primary Description: In accordance with Board Policy CV: Prior to advertising, the Board shall determine the project delivery/contract award method to be used for each construction contract valued at or above the competitive purchasing threshold established in law. To assist the Board, the Superintendent shall recomme
#12VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H.5. Consider Approval for the Award of an RFQ for Annual Financial Audit Services Description: In accordance with Texas Education Agency requirements and law, the district is required to have a financial audit performed each year. A Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for financial audit services was recently conducted, where responses were solicited beginning on January 21, 2026 and proposals were
#13VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Employment of Certified Personnel Description: According to Board Policy DC [Local], the Superintendent has the authority to make recommendations to the Board regarding the selection of all contractual personnel. Dr. Ealy is recommending the hire of William McCabe as a teacher at Smithville Junior High School. Mr. McCabe holds a Bachelor's degree and valid Texas teaching certification.
#14VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#15VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#16VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#17VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#18VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#19VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
Approve a Resolution to Approve an Updated Contract for the Collection of Delinquent Property Taxes Between Smithville ISD and McCreary, Veselka, Bragg and Allen, P.C. Attachments: ( 1 ) Smithville ISD 2026 Proposed Property Tax Collection Contract 6/3/2026 at 9:52 AM
#20VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
Consideration, Discussion, and Possible Action Regarding Property Tax Collections Description: A Property Tax Collection Update and recommended updates to the existing contract will be provided by Noe Reyes of MVBA Law. Attachments: ( 1 ) MVBA Presentation 6/3/2026 at 1:56 PM
#21VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H.1.a. Contract Renewals for 2026-27 Description: In accordance with Board Policy DC [Local], the Superintendent has the authority to make recommendations to the Board regarding employment of all contractual personnel. It is recommended that the Board approve one-year renewals of contracts as recommended.
#22VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H.2. Renewal of Administrator Contracts Description: Consideration and Action Regarding Administrator Employment Contract Renewals/Extensions.
#23VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#24VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#25VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#26VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#27VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#28VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-01-20
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#29VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#30VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-07-15
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#31VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#32VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
G.9. Annual Approval of Self-Certification of the Micro-Purchase Threshold for FY 2026-2027 Description: The Federal Office of Management and Budget allows school districts to increase their micro-purchase threshold, for federal expenditures if the LEA is a low-risk auditee for its most recent federal audit.  This item must be reviewed and approved on an annual basis.  This increase will allow Smi
#33VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
Consider and Approve an Investment Grade Audit with Schneider Electric Description: As identified in the SISD Strategic Plan, Strategic Action 4.2 calls for the District to conduct an Efficiency Study of Buildings through a third party vendor. This study was recently conducted by Schneider Electric, and results were reviewed at the July 20, 2026 Board Meeting.  The Board will have continued discus
#34VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Approve the Hire of New Contractual Personnel Description: According to Board Policy DC [Local], the Superintendent has the authority to make recommendations to the Board regarding the selection of all contractual personnel. It is recommended that the Board approve the hire of new contractual personnel as recommended.
#35VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H.1.a. Approval of New Contractual Personnel Description: The following individual(s) are recommended for a probationary Chapter 21 Teacher contract for 2026-27: Mike Erickson, Culinary Teacher at SHS
#36VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H.2. Consider Approval for the Award of an RFP for Contracted Custodial Services Description: A Request for Proposal (RFP) for custodial services was recently conducted, where responses were solicited beginning on February 4, 2026 and proposals were due on March 3, 2026. The committee evaluated the responses using a scoring matrix and will present its recommendation for the custodial services cont
#37VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
Employment of Contractual Personnel Description: According to Board Policy DC [Local], the Superintendent has the authority to make recommendations to the Board regarding the selection of all contractual personnel. Recommendations this month include: Athletic Director & Head Football Coach Stewart Burns, Science Teacher at SJHS
#38VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
Consider Approval of Election Services Contract with Fayette County Description: Athough the Bastrop County Elections Administrator oversees all elections ordered by the school district, Smithville ISD also has less than 200 voters who reside in Fayette County.  Fayette County Elections have agreed to contract services for SISD constituents who reside in Fayette County and the proposed contract is
#39VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#40VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#41VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-05-20
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#42VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#43VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H.4. Consider Approval for the Award of HVAC RFP #63629 Description: A Request for Proposal (RFP) for HVAC replacements was recently conducted, where responses were solicited using BuyBoard beginning on February 6, 2026, and proposals were due on March 4, 2026.  One bid was received from Rabroker in the amount of $539,353 for the replacement of nine HVAC systems including: Smithville High School -
#44VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-05-19
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#45VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#46VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#47VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-07-21
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#48VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#49VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-01-20
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#50VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#51VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#52VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
G.1.b. Educational Service Center Region 13 Contracted Services for 2026-2027 Description: ESC Region 13 provides a variety of services for the District annually, including the provision of our Student Information and Enterprise System, Ascender. Product/Service 26-27 Pricing: Ascender Enterprise System $54,573.75 Cooperative Participation: Behavior Specialist $4,500 Career & Technical Education*
#53VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H.1.b. Employment of New Contractual Personnel Description: According to Board Policy DC [Local], the Superintendent has the authority to make recommendations to the Board regarding the selection of all contractual personnel. It is recommended that the Board approve the hire of new contractual personnel as recommended. Attachments: ( 1 ) New Contractual Hire Recommendations April 2026 4/17/2026 at
#54VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H.1. New Personnel Description: According to Board Policy DC [Local], the Superintendent has the authority to make recommendations to the Board regarding the selection of all contractual personnel. It is recommended that the Board approve new contractual personnel as recommended.
#55VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
Consider Approval of Election Services Contract with Bastrop County Description: Smithville ISD has been contracting election services with the County of Bastrop since January 2006.  Since that time, the Bastrop County Elections Administrator has overseen all elections ordered by the school district for an administrative fee. According to Chapter 271 of the Election Code, school districts are requ
#56VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#57VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#58VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-07-15
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#59VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-10-19
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#60VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
Brown Primary Playground Resurfacing Improvements Description: Authorize the execution of a contract in the amount of $75,126 with Fun Abounds, via the BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative, for Brown Primary Playground resurfacing improvements using Toyota Way Forward TBI Prevention grant funds in the amount of $50,000 and the remainder ($25,126) from General Fund balance designated for capital project
#61VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
Discussion and approval of a contingent fee contract with the Law Firm of McCreary, Veselka, Bragg and Allen, P.C. for the collection of delinquent taxes pursuant to Tex. Tax Code, sections 6.24(d) and 6.30. Description: Specifically, the Board of Trustees will discuss and consider whether McCreary, Veselka, Bragg and Allen, P.C. is a well-qualified law firm based on demonstrated competence, quali
#62VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H.8. Consider Approval of an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Smithville Regarding Reciprocal Facility Usage Description: The Proposed Interlocal Agreement (ILA) would allow reciprocal use of facilities for non-profit or governmental purposes, subject to capacity, schedule, and available resources for use. These facilities include the SISD basketball gyms, Smithville Recreation Center and Cit
#63VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
G.6. Tentative Agenda Items Description: The following items are planned for the March 2026 agenda. Board Recognitions Superintendent's Report Strategic Plan Update - Priority 3: Stakeholder Satisfaction and Engagement Consider a renewal of an MOU with the UT System for Student Access to T-CHATT (Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine) Consider Approval of an Interlocal Agreement with the
#64VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
K.1. Consideration and Action Related to the Superintendent Contract
#65VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#66VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#67VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-05-20
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#68VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#69VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#70VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
G.4. Tentative Agenda Items for May 2026 Description: May 2026 Tentative Agenda Items Oath of Office Reorganization of the Officers of the Board of Trustees Recognitions Superintendent’s Report Strategic Plan Update : Priority 1: Student Success SHAC Update Board Approval of Purchases over $50,000 Approval of Contractual Personnel Designation of Fund Balance
#71VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-07-21
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#72VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-05-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#73VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#74VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
G.11. Amend the 2026-27 Compensation Plan Description: The Administration is recommending approval of the following amendments to the 2026-27 compensation plan. Change ACE to Cub Club Increase contracted days of the Athletic Trainer from 202 to 207 Add High School AP under the AP 4 scale (clerical error correction) Remove Librarian Advisor and add Lead Librarian with a stipend of $5,000 Add a $750
#75VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H.8. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Ascension Seton Hospital Description: This Master Affiliation Agreement is a formal partnership between Ascension Seton (along with its affiliated entities across multiple Central Texas hospital campuses) and Smithville ISD, designed to provide Health Science students in the practicum phase of their Work Based Learning pathway with hands-on clinical
#76VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H.1.b. Approval of Contract Extensions for 2026-27 Description: In accordance with Board Policy DC [Local], the Superintendent has the authority to make recommendations to the Board regarding the selection of all contractual personnel. It is recommended that the Board approve renewal of contractual personnel as recommended.
#77VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
H.5. Tentative February 2026 Agenda Items Description: Recognitions Strategic Plan Update - Priority 2: Staff Satisfaction and Engagement Review of a report from the district’s demographer Approval of contract for annual financial audit services Consideration and Action Regarding Administrator Employment Contract Renewals/Extensions Consider Approval of an Application to the Texas Education Agency
#78VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#79VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#80VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#81VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#82VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#83VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
Consideration, Discussion, and Possible Action Regarding a Partnership with TTU K-12 as a Virtual Education Provider Description: As part of the Priority 3 Strategic Plan update at the regular July meeting, information was provided regarding a potential partnership to provide virtual school opportunities for Smithville ISD students through Texas Tech University K-12. Dr. Robert Bayard, TTU K-12 Su
#84VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
G.3. Investment Report Description: In order to meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 3 ) Investment Report July 2026 8/18/2026 at 3:53 PM TexPool Monthly Newsletter July 2026 8/18/2026 at 3:53 PM Lone Star July 2026 Performance Statement 8/18/2026 at 3:54 PM
#85VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
F.5. Review TASB Board Policy Update 127 Description: A first reading of proposed policy updates from TASB Policy Services will be provided. Update 127 includes revisions to legal framework documents based in large part on changes to Administrative Code rules after the 89th Legislative Session. Changes to local policies offered for consideration address the following: BJCF(LOCAL): SUPERINTENDENT -
#86VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
F.7. Financial Report Description: The business manager, Stacy Tiner, will review the financial disbursements for the previous month with the Board of Trustees.  No action is required. Attachments: ( 1 ) General Operating Check Register - March 2026 4/12/2026 at 4:43 PM
#87VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
G.3. Investment Report Description: Meet legal reporting requirements for investments. In order the meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 4 ) Investment Report - December 2025 1/13/2026 at 8:18 AM Lone Star November 2025 Performance Statement 1/13/2026 at 8:18 AM Lone Star December 2025 Performance Statement
#88VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
G.5. Tentative January Agenda Items Description: Tentative items for the January agenda are: Recognition of Students and Staff Recognition of School Board Appreciation Month Public hearing regarding the 2025-26 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) and At-Risk Report Report on the SISD Strategic Plan: Priority 1 Discussion regarding HB 2 and Teacher Certification Requirements Discussion and pos
#89VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Voting for Bastrop Central Appraisal District Board of Directors Description: The Bastrop County Appraisal District is governed by a five-member board of directors which is elected by the governing bodies of the taxing entities in Bastrop County.  Board members serve two-year at-large terms, which begin on January 1st of even numbered years. Chapter 6 of the Property Tax Code allows each tax unit
#90VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
H.2. Smithville ISD Strategic Plan - Priority 2 Update Description: District leadership will provide an update on the Smithville ISD Strategic Plan.  This month's update will focus on Priority 2: Staff Satisfaction & Engagement. Attachments: ( 1 ) Strategic Plan Update Priority 2 - 10.20.25 10/15/2025 at 12:29 PM
#91VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#92VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#93VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
F.6. Review Requirements of Senate Bill 12 Description: Beginning in the 2026-27 school year, school systems must take action to ensure timely compliance with these new requirements as established in the 89th Texas Legislative Session. The Administration will review these requirements as related to TEC, §§11.005 (Prohibition on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Duties) and 28.0022 (Certain Instruct
#94VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
G.7. Financial Report Description: The business manager, Stacy Tiner, will review the financial disbursements for the previous month with the Board of Trustees.  No action is required. Attachments: ( 1 ) General Operating Check Register - April 2026 5/11/2026 at 4:28 PM
#95VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H.4. Consider Approval of Purchases in Excess of $50,000
#96VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
F.3. Investment Report Description: Meet legal reporting requirements for investments. In order the meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 3 ) Investment Report - March 2026 4/14/2026 at 3:43 PM Lone Star March 2026 Performance Statement 4/12/2026 at 3:20 PM TexPool Monthly Newsletter March 2026 4/12/2026 at 3
#97VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H.6. Approval of a Resolution Regarding Employee Pay During Weather-Related School Closure and Delay on January 26 and 27, 2026 Description: On January 26 and 27, 2026, Smithville ISD canceled and delayed school operations due to a freezing weather event. All schools in Bastrop County were closed during this period for safety reasons. The administration recommends that staff salaries not be reduce
#98VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
H.4. Receive a Report Regarding SB 11 Regarding a Resolution for a Period of Prayer and Reading of Religious Texts on Each School Day Description: As a result of the 89th Legislative Session, school boards must consider a resolution related to a period of prayer and reading of religious texts each school day. An overview of SB 11, the resolution, and related state and federal laws will be provided
#99VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Consider Approval of Targeted Improvement Plans Description: Consider approval of the Smithville Elementary and Smithville Junior High Targeted Improvement Plans as presented at the public hearing. Attachments: ( 2 ) Targeted Improvement Plan Overview-SES 11/11/2025 at 2:28 PM Targeted Improvement Plan Overview-SJHS 11/11/2025 at 2:28 PM
#100VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#101VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-07-15
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#102VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-05-20
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#103VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
Consider and Approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as Enacted by Senate Bill 12 of the 89th Texas Legislative Session Description: Beginning in the 2026-27 school year, school systems must take action to ensure timely compliance with new requirements as established in the 89th Texas Legislative Session. At the July 20, 2026 meeting, a presentation
#104VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
G.1. Approval of Purchases in Excess of $50,000 Description: In accordance with Board Policy CH(LOCAL), any single, budgeted purchase of goods or services that costs $50,000 or more, regardless of whether the goods or services are competitively purchased, shall require Board approval before a transaction may take place.
#105VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-29
F. Action Items
#106VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
F.3. Investment Report Description: In order to meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. At the May board meeting, the Lone Star performance statement for April was not available. Since then, it has been released, so I have included it in this month's agenda item. The performance statement for May has not been released yet. At
#107VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
Consider and approve the adoption/readoption of sections 33.07, 33.08, and 33.11 of the Texas Tax Code. Attachments: ( 1 ) Texas Tax Code Resolution 6/3/2026 at 9:44 AM
#108VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H.2. Consider Approval of the 2026 Emergent Bilingual Summer School Schedule and Reporting of Student Progress Description: In accordance with 19 TAC §89.1250(3)(B), school systems operating a two-semester system are required to offer the Emergent Bilingual Summer School program for one-half day for eight weeks while school is recessed for the summer or for a total of 120 hours of instruction on a
#109VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H.3. Approve a Purchase in Excess of $50,000 for Two White Fleet Vehicles for Extracurricular and Co-Curricular Activities Description: In accordance with Board Policy CH(LOCAL), any single, budgeted purchase of goods or services that costs $50,000 or more, regardless of whether the goods or services are competitively purchased, shall require Board approval before a transaction may take place. Two
#110VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
F.3. Investment Report Description: In order the meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives monthly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 3 ) Investment Report - January 2026 2/17/2026 at 12:41 PM TexPool Monthly Newsletter January 2026 2/14/2026 at 3:59 PM Lone Star January 2026 Performance Statement 2/17/2026 at 8:53 AM
#111VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H.11. Consider Approval of a Resolution as Required by SB 11 Regarding a Period of Prayer and Reading of Religious Texts on Each School Day Description: As a result of the 89th Legislative Session, school boards must consider a resolution related to a period of prayer and reading of religious texts each school day. At the January 20, 2026 Board meeting, an overview of SB 11 and related state and f
#112VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
G.3. Investment Report Description: Meet legal reporting requirements for investments.  In order to meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Investment Report Lone Star Newsletter TexPool Newsletter Attachments: ( 3 ) Investment Report - September 2025 10/15/2025 at 3:13 PM Lone Star September 2025 Performance Statement 10/10/
#113VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consider Approval of a Purchase in Excess of $50,000 Description: Approve the renewal  of IReady Toolbox in the amount of $55,498 using Title I funds in 2026-27. The IReady toolbox is the supplemental portion of IReady which includes screeners, supplemental practice for students, and resources for teachers for intervention and extension K-8. For the 26-27 school year, students in K-5 mathematics w
#114VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
G.3. Investment Report Description: Meet legal reporting requirements for investments. In order the meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 2 ) Investment Report - April 2026 5/14/2026 at 2:41 PM TexPool Monthly Newsletter April 2026 5/11/2026 at 6:15 PM
#115VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H.3. Consider Approval of Library Materials Description: In accordance with Senate Bill 13, SISD provided public notice of Library Materials that the District proposes to acquire, and a 30-day public review period from March 12, 2026, through April 13, 2026. During this time, community members were invited to review the library materials proposed for inclusion as library materials. The proposed ma
#116VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
G.3. Smithville ISD Strategic Plan Update Description: Dr. Logan, Assistant Superintendent, will give a regular progress report/update on the Smithville I.S.D. Strategic Plan. This month's focus is Priority 2 — Staff Satisfaction and Engagement. Attachments: ( 1 ) Strategic Plan Priority 2 Presentation 2.23.26 2/23/2026 at 11:35 AM
#117VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
G.7. Financial Report Description: SISD business manager, Stacy Tiner, will review the financial disbursements for the previous month with the Board of Trustees. No action is required. Attachments: ( 1 ) General Operating Check Register - October 2025 11/11/2025 at 7:00 AM
#118VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
G.3. Investment Report Description: In order to ensure legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 3 ) Investment Report - October 2025 11/12/2025 at 11:25 AM TexPool Monthly Newsletter October 2025 11/11/2025 at 7:01 AM Lone Star October 2025 Performance Statement 11/12/2025 at 8:44 AM
#119VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#120VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#121VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#122VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-10-19
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#123VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
G.9. Investment Policy Review Description: As required by law and in accordance with Policy CDA(LEGAL) and CDA(LOCAL), the investment policy and the investment strategy shall be reviewed not less than annually.  The Board shall adopt a written instrument stating that it has reviewed the investment policy and investment strategies and that the written instrument so adopted shall record any changes
#124VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
G. Action Items
#125VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
G.4. Strategic Plan Update: Priority 3 - Stakeholder Satisfaction and Engagement Description: An update on Priority 3 of the SISD Strategic Plan will be provided, including parent and family engagement, community partnerships, and consistent communication. Attachments: ( 1 ) Strategic Plan Priority 3 Update 3/20/2026 at 5:55 PM
#126VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
F.3. Investment Report Description: In order to meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 2 ) Investment Report - November 2025 12/12/2025 at 5:06 PM TexPool Monthly Newsletter November 2025 12/9/2025 at 2:34 PM
#127VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
H.5. First Reading of TASB Policy Update 126 Description: The District must update and maintain its policies with the most recent legislation and educational regulation changes.  In your packet of information, you have been provided the Update 126 Local Policy Overview. The information included in the board packet is a summary of each of the policy changes. The update includes changes to the follo
#128VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
G.7. Financial Report Description: The business manager, Stacy Tiner, will review the financial disbursements for the previous month with the Board of Trustees.  No action is required. Attachments: ( 1 ) General Operating Check Register - September 2025 10/13/2025 at 1:55 PM
#129VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
G.8. Investment Officer Resolution Description: Approval of a resolution to update the SISD Investment Officer information due to Dr. Ealy's surname change. Attachments: ( 1 ) Investment Officer Resolution 9.21.2026 9/14/2026 at 2:41 PM
#130VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
G.12. Approval of a Resolution Regarding an Adjunct Faculty Request and Extra-Curricular Status of the 4-H Organization and County Extension Agent Description: In order to allow Smithville ISD students to show their projects under 4-H during instructional days and receive state funding under the extra-curricular activity provision of attendance accounting action must be taken by the Board of Trust
#131VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
G.6. Appoint a Delegate and Alternate for the 2026 TASB Delegate Assembly Description: The annual TASB Delegate Assembly will be held on Friday, October 9 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX. School districts around the state will nominate a Delegate and Alternate to discuss and vote on a variety of action items - from electing TASB directors and officers to approving the educa
#132VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
G.1.a. Playground Resurfacing at Brown Primary School Description: In order to improve safety and accessibility, it is recommended that the Brown Primary main playground receive upgrades, including installation of an ADA accessable ramp and replacement of mulch around the fall area with a rubber safety surface. The administration obtained three competitive quotes for evaluation, and is recommendin
#133VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
G.1. Annual Review of Board Operating Procedures Description: An annual review and discussion of Board Operating Procedures will be held.  Any action action on proposed changes will be taken at a future meeting. Attachments: ( 1 ) DRAFT Board Operating Procedures 2026-27 6/3/2026 at 10:32 AM
#134VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H.7. Consider Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Bastrop County Cares Description: On behalf of Smithville ISD, Bastrop County Cares (BCC) applied for and received a grant focused on the prevention of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) in the amount of $50,000. This MOU outlines the terms and conditions under which SISD and BCC will collaborate to utilize these funds for TBI prevention. At
#135VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H.9. Consideration, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Date of the June 2026 Regular Board Meeting Description: With prior action, the Board set the date of the June 2026 meeting for Monday, June 15. Due to a conflict in schedules, the Board will consider action on a possible change of date for this meeting.
#136VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H.6. Approve the Annual Certification of Instructional Materials Description: The Board will consider approval of the Annual Certification of Instructional Materials as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). This certification confirms that Smithville ISD has reviewed and adopted instructional materials that meet state standards and are free from factual errors, ensuring all students have a
#137VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
G.3. Consideration and Discussion Regarding Budget Development for Fiscal Year 2027 Description: SISD Business Manager, Mrs. Stacy Tiner, will provide an update on the current budget, as well as discuss proposed priorities, processes and a timeline for the development of the 2026-27 budget. Attachments: ( 1 ) 2026-27 Budget Development Presentation 3/23/2026 at 1:29 PM
#138VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H.4. Action to Cancel the May 2, 2026, Regular School Board Election Due to Unopposed Candidates Description: The regular board election was scheduled for May 2, 2026.  Positions up for election were Place 1, currently held by Chris Hinnant and Place 2, currently held by Grant Gutierrez.  All incumbents have refiled. The deadline to file for a place on the ballot was Friday, February 13, 2026 at 5
#139VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
G.4. Superintendent's Self-Evaluation Submission to the Board of Trustees and Distribution of Evaluation Materials Description: Board Policy BJCD [Legal] requires the Board to annually evaluate the Superintendent.  One part of the appraisal process involves the superintendent completing and providing to Board members a self-evaluation.  After the superintendent completes her self-evaluation, and p
#140VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Consider Approval of New Courses for the 2026-2027 School Year Description: Each  year, course offerings are reviewed to determine compliance with state requirements, evaluate effectiveness in meeting student needs, and consider whether additional new courses are needed to meet the needs of students. With the expansion of our Welding Program, additional courses are needed in order to expand our op
#141VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#142VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
G.10. Review Approved Providers of Investment Training Description: In accordance with Section 2256.008(a), Texas Government Code, local governing body must approve sources of training for the treasurer, chief financial officer and investment officer of the District, relating to investment responsibilities.  Officers must have training every two years and not less than 8 hours of training are requ
#143VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
H.5. Upcoming June Agenda Items Description: Public Hearing on ESSA and Perkins Grants Strategic Plan Update : Priority 2 - Staff Satisfaction & Engagement Appoint a Delegate for the TASA/TASB Convention Set Regular Board Meeting Dates for 2026-27 Board Self Evaluation Update on Tax Collection from MVBA Update on Debt Service and Refunding Opportunity Budget Development for 2026-27 TASB Compensati
#144VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
Order Board of Trustees Election for May 2, 2026 Description: State statute requires that annually each governing body call for an election to be held in accordance with existing election law.  The Smithville Independent School District Board of Trustees, being a governing body and electing representatives by place, must call for the election. The Smithville Independent School District Board of Tr
#145VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
H.3. Receive a Report Regarding HB 2 and Revised Texas Teacher Certification Requirements Description: As a result of the 89th Legislative Session and beginning in the 2026-27 school year, revised requirements regarding teacher certification in certain subject areas and grade levels will be implemented. An overview of the new requirements and the District plan for implementation will be reviewed a
#146VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
H. Action Items
#147VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
G.10. District Investment Officer Resolution Description: Approval of a resolution to update the SISD Investment Officers to include the current Superintendent, Dr. Molley Perry, and Business Manager, Stacy Tiner. Attachments: ( 1 ) Investment Officer Resolution 10/10/2025 at 12:56 PM
#148VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
Approval of District and Campus Improvement Plans and Performance Objectives Description: Board Policy BQ [Legal] requires the Board to annually approve district and campus performance objectives and ensure that the district and campus improvement plans are mutually supportive to accomplish identified objectives and at a minimum, support the state goals and objectives.  Smithville ISD presents the
#149VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#150VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-01-20
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#151VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#152VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#153VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
G.3. Investment Report Description: In order to meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 3 ) Investment Report August 2026 9/15/2026 at 8:16 AM Lone Star August 2026 Performance Statement 9/15/2026 at 8:15 AM TexPool Monthly Newsletter August 2026 9/15/2026 at 8:15 AM
#154VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
E.3. Investment Report Description: In order to meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives regular reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 3 ) Investment Report June 2026 7/15/2026 at 8:44 AM Lone Star June 2026 Performance Statement 7/13/2026 at 11:32 AM TexPool Monthly Newsletter June 2026 7/13/2026 at 11:32 AM
#155VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
K.1. Approval of a  Resolution Regarding a Good Cause Exception Related to Armed Security Officers for 2026-27 Description: In accordance with HB 121 resulting from the 89th Legislative Session, public school districts must annually evaluate for renewal a good cause exception to having armed guards at every campus when hiring a school safety officer who meets the alternative requirements under sta
#156VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H. Action Items
#157VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H.9. Consider Approval of an Application to the Texas Education Agency for a Delay of Teacher Certification Requirements Application Description: House Bill (HB) 2 passed during the 89th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2025, and was signed into law by Governor Abbott, requiring new limitations to Texas school districts’ ability to waive teacher certification requirements for foundational curri
#158VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-20
G.7. Financial Report Description: The business manager, Stacy Tiner, will review the financial disbursements for the previous month with the Board of Trustees.  No action is required. Attachments: ( 1 ) General Operating Check Register - December 2025 1/14/2026 at 8:29 AM
#159VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
F.7. Financial Report Description: The business manager, Stacy Tiner, will review the financial disbursements for the previous month with the Board of Trustees.  No action is required. Attachments: ( 1 ) General Operating Check Register - November 2025 12/8/2025 at 5:22 PM
#160VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
H.3. Strategic Plan Update: Priority 3 - Stakeholder Satisfaction and Engagement Description: A regular progress report/update on the Smithville ISD Strategic Plan. This month’s update will focus on Priority 3 - Stakeholder Satisfaction and Engagement. Attachments: ( 1 ) Priority 3 Presentation 11.17.25 11/15/2025 at 1:26 PM
#161VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#162VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#163VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#164VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
Approval of TASB Policy Update 127 Description: At the July 20, 2026 meeting, a first reading of proposed policy updates from TASB Policy Services was provided. Update 127 includes revisions to legal framework documents based in large part on changes to Administrative Code rules after the 89th Legislative Session. Changes to local policies offered for consideration address the following: BJCF(LOCA
#165VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
F.2. Review Results and Recommendations from an Efficiency Study of District Facilities Description: As included in the SISD Strategic Plan, Strategic Action 4.2 calls for the District to conduct an Efficiency Study of Buildings through a third party vendor. This study was recently conducted by Schneider Electric, and they will review results and recommendations from the study. Attachments: ( 1 )
#166VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
G.4. Appoint a Delegate and Alternate for the TASA/TASB Assembly Description: The annual txEDCON convention will be held on October 8-11, 2026 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX, where the Delegate Assembly will be held on Friday, October 9.  School districts around the state will nominate a Delegate and Alternate to discuss and vote on a variety of action items - from electin
#167VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
Consideration, Discussion, and Possible Action Regarding 2026-27 Employee Compensation
#168VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-22
E.2. Possible Action Regarding Level III Parent Complaint.
#169VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
H. Action Items
#170VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
H.1. Approval of TASB Policy Update 126 Description: The District must update and maintain its policies with the most recent legislation and educational regulation changes. The Board of Trustees had its first reading of TASB Policy Update 126 at its regular meeting in November.   Update 126 includes 28 local policies, which are almost exclusively in response to new legislation. The update includes
#171VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#172VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#173VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
F.4. Review Progress Related to Priority 3 of the SISD Strategic Plan – Stakeholder Satisfaction and Engagement Description: This month's Strategic Plan update will focus on efforts in the area of Priority 3 - Stakeholder Satisfaction and Engagement. Attachments: ( 1 ) Strategic Plan Priority 3 Presentation - 7.20.26 7/17/2026 at 5:11 PM
#174VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
H.3. Strategic Plan Update : Priority 2 - Staff Satisfaction and Engagement Description: An update on progress of the SISD Strategic Plan Priority 2 will be provided. Attachments: ( 1 ) Priority 2 Presentation 6.8.26 6/5/2026 at 8:05 AM
#175VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
H.6. Action Regarding Senate Bill 546, Requiring School Districts to Make a Budget Determination Under Transportation Code, §547.701 Description: Senate Bill 546 of the 89th Legislative Session requires that Districts make a budget limit determination not later than the end of the 2025-26 school year regarding the cost to equip each bus operated for use by the District with three-point seat belts.
#176VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
F.7. Financial Report Description: The business manager, Stacy Tiner, will review the financial disbursements for the previous month with the Board of Trustees.  No action is required. Attachments: ( 1 ) General Operating Check Register - February 2026 3/13/2026 at 7:58 PM
#177VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
F.3. Investment Report Description: Meet legal reporting requirements for investments. In order the meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments. Attachments: ( 3 ) Investment Report - February 2026 3/9/2026 at 2:46 PM Lone Star February 2026 Performance Statement 3/9/2026 at 2:02 PM TexPool Monthly Newsletter February 2026 3/9/202
#178VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H. Action Items
#179VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
F.7. Financial Report Description: The business manager, Stacy Tiner, will review the financial disbursements for the previous month with the Board of Trustees.  No action is required. Attachments: ( 1 ) General Operating Check Register - January 2026 2/14/2026 at 5:48 PM
#180VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
H.10. Approve the Submission of a Waiver to TEA for Virtual Homebound Instruction Description: In order for the district to be able to provide credit towards attendance and receive ADA funding, students must be in attendance in person. However, in extreme cases, a district may seek approval to provide Remote Homebound instructional services, count the student as in attendance, and receive ADA fund
#181VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-07-21
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#182VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-05-19
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#183VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#184VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2023-09-18
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#185VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2023-05-15
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#186VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2022-09-19
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#187VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2022-05-16
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#188VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2021-09-20
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#189VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2021-05-17
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#190VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-2)
2020-09-21
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#191VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2020-05-18
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#192VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2019-09-16
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#193VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2019-05-20
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#194VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2018-09-17
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#195VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2018-05-21
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#196VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2017-09-18
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#197VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2017-05-15
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#198VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2016-09-19
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#199VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-2)
2016-05-16
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#200VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2015-09-21
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption