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Jason Earp

Trustee, Place 3
FLORENCE ISD

Elected Trustee, Place 3 for Florence ISD.

rkirkpatrick@florenceisd.net(254) 793-2850
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Roll-Call Liberty Index
Freedom Score: 48.4/100▼ -3.6 pts (5Y)
Statewide Rank: #25645 in Texas
Fiscal Restraint
49/100
Regulatory Restraint
46.5/100
Lone Dissents
0

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

May 2025 FLORENCE ISD Official General Election Canvass (2025-05-03)
Trustee, Place 3
ELECTED / WON
Jason Earp (Current Profile)100.0% (127 votes)
Early Voting: 77Election Day: 43Mail Ballots: 7

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes
437
Yes Votes
437 (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)
2026-07-06
Discussion Regarding Three Year Budget Projections and Possible Means to Address Deficits Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick will lead a discussion focused on the three-year projected budget deficit, provide more details on a possible Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election, and discuss a possible bond package to refinance the Maintenance Tax Note to the Interest and Sinking
#2VOTED: YES+9.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Job Order Contract (JOC) with Centrix Energy Partner (TIPS Contract #25010402) Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: A portion of the 2022 Bond Project that was eliminated to save costs was to replace the lighting in Florence Middle School with LED lighting. The District received quotes from two cooperative Job Order Contractors and Centrix offered
#3VOTED: YES-9.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution Approving Compensation Increases for District Employees Contingent Upon Voter Approval of the Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) and the Refunding Bond Election to be Held on November 3, 2026 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This resolution and attached exhibits set forth the terms for compensation increases for FISD staff if th
#4VOTED: YES-9.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment Number 1 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: Amend the budget for additional state aid for Debt Service related to the additional Homestead Exemptions for 2025-26. Attachments: ( 1 ) Budget Amendment One _ Debt Service 2/17/2026 at 11:50 AM
#5VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-06
Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution to Approve an Engagement Letter with Leon, Alcala, Morse & Reynolds, PLLC to Serve as Bond Counsel, a Law Firm with Substantial Experience Serving as Bond Counsel; Finding that Such Services are Specialized and Cannot be Adequately Performed by District Personnel or Other Counsel and that a Contingency Fee Contract is in the Best Interest of
#6VOTED: YES-9.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt an Order Calling for a Refunding Bond Election to be held on November 3, 2026 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Similar to the previous agenda item, the attached order, if approved, will call for an election for the issuance of $1,450,000 of refunding bonds for the purpose of refinancing the principal of, interest on, and any redemption premium tha
#7VOTED: YES+8.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt an Order Calling for a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election to be held on November 3, 2026 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The attached order, if approved, will call for an election to approve the Adopted Tax Rate of $1.0182 per $100 of the taxable assessed value of property within Florence Independent School District. The maintenance and operations
#8VOTED: YES-8.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-06
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Engagement Letter with Leon, Alcala, Morse & Reynolds, PLLC Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This item is only to be approved if a VATRE only is being considered. Attachments: ( 1 ) Florence ISD November 2026 VATRE Bond Election - Engagement Letter (VATRE Only) 7/6/2026 at 10:34 AM
#9VOTED: YES+8.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Security Camera Replacement Project - Aerowave Technologies LLC - Buy Board Contract # 751-24 - $309,446.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Using remaining bond funds, FISD proposes to replace and upgrade our security cameras at Florence High School and Florence Middle School. The existing cameras are a mixture of analog and out-of-date digital cameras that will be replaced with Avigilon
#10VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-10-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#11VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-10-19
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#12VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
FMS Kitchen Epoxy Flooring Installation — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 — $74,456.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The tile floor in the kitchen at FMS is broken in places and the health department has cited it in their inspection. The flooring to be used is epoxy flooring like the flooring we used in the kitchen at the new elementary school. It will hold up much
#13VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
Consideration and Possible Action Regarding Selection of a Design Professional for the Agricultural Facility Renovation Project and Delegate Authority to the Superintendent to Negotiate and Enter into a Contract Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: O'Connell Robertson recently completed the design and oversaw construction of the 2023 Hail Damage and HVAC Replacement Project and recently comple
#14VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-02
Superintendent Contract Review
#15VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-02
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Agreement to Conduct Joint Elections Between Florence ISD and the City of Florence Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This is the final election agreement required. This agreement establishes a common election day polling location. Attachments: ( 1 ) JOINT ELECTION AGREEMENT w CITY01860320260123152822 1/23/2026 at 3:29 PM
#16VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#17VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-01-20
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#18VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#19VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#20VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#21VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#22VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Election Agreement and Contract for Election Services with Bell County for the November 3, 2026, Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Bell County has  agreed to serve as the Election Administrator for the November 3, 2026, election. The Election Administrator for Bell County will serve as the Election Administrator for our election. She
#23VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-02
Consideration and Possible Action on Amending the Superintendent's Contract Presenter: Ed Navarette Description: If the Board of Trustees desires to amend the Superintendent's contract, a motion will be made detailing the changes.
#24VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-05-19
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#25VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-01-20
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#26VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-05-20
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#27VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-03-18
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#28VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#29VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
FHS Library Refresh Project — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 — $141,104.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The library at FHS needs to be updated. The flooring is original and despite steam cleaning, remains stained and dirty. The walls need to be repainted and the lighting upgraded to LED. The district recommends replacing the ceiling tiles as well. As the library
#30VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#31VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-07-21
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#32VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#33VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#34VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#35VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-07-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#36VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Agreement for the Purchase of Attendance Credit (Option 3 in the Agreement) and to Delegate Contractual Authority to the Superintendent. For the 2026-2027 School Year, We Delegated Contractual Authority to Obligate the School District Under Texas Education Code (TEC) §11.1511(c)(4) to the Superintendent, Solely for the Purpose of Obligating the Distr
#37VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment Number 3 Presenter: Eric Banfield Description: Amend the budget for the Teacher Incentive Allotment Revenues and Expenditures, with Budget Transfers for Property Value Audit and Printing Equipment Costs. This Most Recent Property Value Audit for the 2023-24 School Year Tax Values Returned an Additional $214,563 in State Funding to the D
#38VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Student Computer Replacement - CDWG - TIPS Contract #230105 (Device) and Texas Software DIR-CPO-6363 (Configuration) - $292,950.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The student laptops currently in use at FHS and FMS are due for replacement as they were purchased in 2020. The cost above is for 600 new 14" touchscreen laptops and the associated costs to configure them. Attachments: ( 1 ) CDW
#39VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#40VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Resolution to Sanction the Extracurricular Status of the 4-H Organization and Adjunct Faculty Agreement with the Williamson County Texas 4-H Organization Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Each year, the board approves the attached resolution and Adjunct Faculty Agreement with the Williamson County 4-H Organization so that Florence ISD students participating in off-campus activities can rece
#41VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Results of the Safety and Security Audit Survey for the 2026-2026 Audit Cycle Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Jimmy Birch Description: As required by Texas Education Code Chapter 37.108(c), FISD has completed all required safety and security audits. The Board of Trustees and the Superintendent are required to sign the report before submission to the Tex
#42VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
FMS Band Hall and Practice Room Renovation — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 - $149,127.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The scope of the project changed. Instead of replacing the carpet in the band hall, we will be installing VCT. We will install carpet in the practice room for sound absorption. This caused an increase in price from the one approved at the April B
#43VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Consideration and Possible Action Regarding Construction Manager At-Risk for the Florence High School Meat Processing Lab Project, Including Delegation of Authority to the Superintendent to Finalize Negotiations and Execute the Contract Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Two proposals were received on April 20, 2026, and were scored by the scoring committee. The average of the scores is incl
#44VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Florence High School Cafetorium AV Replacement Project — Telepro Communications - Buy Board Contract #230105 — $195,550.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The District proposes Telepro Communications to install a new Audio/Visual system in the Florence High School Cafeteria. This project will include the installation of a new sound system that can be heard in all areas of the cafeteria wi
#45VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Rankings of the Proposals for the 2026 HVAC Upgrades at Florence High School, Florence Middle School, and the Former Florence Elementary School and Authorize the Superintendent to Negotiate and Execute the Contract with the Highest Ranked Proposer, Provided There Are No Material Cost Changes to the Contract Included in the Procurement Package. If a
#46VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-19
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#47VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#48VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#49VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#50VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#51VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#52VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-05-20
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#53VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Legal Services Retainer Agreement with Walsh, Gallegos, Kyle, Robinson, & Roalson, P.C. Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Board Policy BDD (LOCAL) states that the Board shall retain an attorney or attorneys, as necessary, to serve as the District's legal counsel and representative in matters requiring legal services. Florence ISD has historical
#54VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Administrator Contracts for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The attached list includes all Administrative Contracts proposed for renewal for the 2026-2027 school year. Attachments: ( 1 ) 2026-2027 Admin Recommendations Only 2/17/2026 at 4:08 PM
#55VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Professional Contracts for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The attached list includes all Professional Contracts proposed for renewal for the 2026-2027 school year. Attachments: ( 1 ) 2026-2027 Prof Recommendations Only 2/5/2026 at 4:01 PM
#56VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#57VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#58VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#59VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-07-15
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#60VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Resolution to Sanction the Extracurricular Status of the 4-H Organization and Adjunct Faculty Agreement with the Burnet County Texas 4-H Organization Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Each year, the board approves the attached resolution and Adjunct Faculty Agreement with the Burnet County 4-H Organization so that Florence ISD students participating in off-campus activities can receive stat
#61VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
FHS Cafeteria Refresh Project — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 - $119,740.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The cafeteria at FHS is used as a common meeting place for school functions and theater performances. It is also used by the public. In order to ensure that the cafeteria continues to be a highlight for the district, we are requesting that the entire cafeteri
#62VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Florence ISD AG Building Meat Processing Environmental Services and Demolition - 1 Priority Environmental Services — TIPS Contract #25100202 - $124,875.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: To prepare the meat lab at FHS for renovations, 1 Priority Environmental Services will provide environmental remediation and demolition. Environmental testing revealed that mold counts are above acceptabl
#63VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Teacher Contracts for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The list provided includes all employees recommended for a Chapter 21 contract or a District of Innovation term contract as indicated for each employee. Attachments: ( 1 ) Teacher Contract Recommendations Only 3/4/2026 at 1:57 PM
#64VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-19
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#65VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#66VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-09-15
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#67VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-05-19
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#68VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#69VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#70VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#71VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment #4 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: Budget transfers and amendments for the expected revenues and expenditures realized to close out the 2025-26 school year in preparation for the annual independent audit.  The Board approves transfers and amendments for the General Fund, Debt Service Fund and the Child Nutrition F
#72VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution to Select MoakCasey, LLC to Conduct the Required Efficiency Audit Before Holding a Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Prior to holding a Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE), Texas Education Code Section 11.184 requires an efficiency audit be performed not more than four months befo
#73VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Replacement of the Baseball and Softball Scoreboards — BSN Sports - BuyBoard Contract  #766-25 - $73,520.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This quote will provide new scoreboards for the baseball and softball fields. The scoreboards will be moved so they are visible to all fans, which requires new trusses and the removal of the old trusses that support the current scoreboards. Attachment
#74VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Stampede Stadium Press Box Refresh Project - Jamail & Smith Construction - TIPS Contract #25050402 - $46,232.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The press box at Stampede Stadium is desperately in need of an update. The carpet is coming apart at the seams, the ceiling is sagging and broken, and the walls need painting. After the donation of the HVAC system for the press box and the new win
#75VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
FISD Light Pole Replacement Project at FHS and FMS — Gerald Nunn Electric - TIPS Contract #260104 — $115,952.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The light poles in the FHS parking lot are rusting and need to be replaced. The new light poles will be similar to the poles installed on the band practice field and will have two fixtures per pole to provide additional lighting. (Currently one fi
#76VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
FHS Main Office Carpet Replacement — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 — $49,517.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: When the FHS front office was remodeled in 2019, new carpeting was not installed throughout. This project will replace the original carpet in the front office not previously replaced in 2019 to provide a uniform appearance. The carpet being replaced has b
#77VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#78VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#79VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#80VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#81VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
(Tex. Gov't Code §551.076, §551.074, §551.071 and §551.129) A. Safety and Security — Deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices or to deliberate regarding a security audit and the recommendation to adopt the proposed Board Policy CKE(LOCAL), Emergency Plans, and Board Resolution. Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt
#82VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
FMS Band Hall and Practice Room Renovation — Jamail & Smith Construction — TIPS Contract #25050402 - $133,192.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The FMS Band Hall still has the original carpet from when it was built. The carpet is in very bad shape and cleaning it has not removed the odor. The florescent lights will be replaced with LED fixtures and the ceiling tile will be replaced as we
#83VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Baseball and Softball Bleachers — The Park and Facilities Catalog - Buy Board Contract #781-25 — $60,266.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: We currently do not have enough seating for all the fans at the baseball and softball games. This project will add new bleachers with more seating capacity to replace the fiberglass bleachers and the portable bleachers. Attachments: ( 1 ) Bleachers Sa
#84VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#85VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#86VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#87VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-07-21
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#88VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#89VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Election Agreement and Contract for Election Services with Williamson County for the November 3, 2026, Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Williamson County has once again agreed to serve as the Election Administrator for the November 3, 2026, election. The Election Administrator for Williamson County will serve as the Election Administ
#90VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Amendment to the Contract with LPC Industries for the HVAC Upgrades in FISD Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Here is the final amendment to the contract for the HVAC Upgrade Project. Alternate #1 is now included in the total cost as is a $45,000.00 increase to the base cost. LPI has assured us that all units that have been delivered will be i
#91VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Florence ISD Maintenance Barn — Jamail & Smith Construction - TIPS Contract #25050402 — $152,466.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This TIPS Job Order Contract (JOC) proposal will provide for the construction of a new 25' x 50' x 10' metal building for storage of maintenance equipment behind their new office. The metal building will have two open bays and one enclosed bay and will allow
#92VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Consideration and Possible Action Regarding Selection of an Environmental Abatement Services Provider for the Agricultural Facility Renovation Project and Delegate Authority to the Superintendent to Negotiate and Enter Into a Contract
#93VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Letter of Agreement with the Central Texas Food Bank to Establish the Feeding Futures School Pantry Program within FISD. Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The purpose of the Feeding Futures School Pantry Program (FFSPP) is to alleviate child hunger by providing immediate access to nutritious food for children and their families in convenient, f
#94VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Stage Lighting and Controls Replacement Project at Florence High School — Texas Scenic Company - Buy Board Contract #752-24 - $159,850.00 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The stage lighting at FHS does not work and cannot be repaired due to age and the inability to procure replacement parts. The replacement project includes a new control panel and LED lights. The District will use remainin
#95VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#96VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#97VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#98VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-06-17
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#99VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#100VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment #1 for the Installation of 3-Point Seat Belts on Three Existing Buses Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: As previously discussed, we will need to move money from fund balance to cover the cost of installing 3-point seat belts on three buses.
#101VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Certificate of Compliance with Certain Laws Required by Texas Education Code Section 39.008 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Senate Bill (SB) 12 from the 89th Legislative Session addressed parental rights in public education and requires certification of compliance with provisions of the Education Code regarding (1) instruction and (2) diver
#102VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Florence for the School Resource Officers for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The cost to provide one SRO on each campus has remained unchanged since last year. The total cost is $234,968.07, up from $205,822.76 due to more experienced officers and raises. The SRO progra
#103VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Reports (no board action required)
#104VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Authorize FISD Staff to Transfer Budget Allocations Between Functions for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year as Needed, Provided There Is No Increase in the Total Amount of the Previously Approved Budget Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: During the year-end process, it is often necessary to transfer budget allocations between function codes. Transfe
#105VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Number 1 with Joeris for the Meat Processing Lab Project, Including Delegation of Authority to the Superintendent to Finalize Negotiations and Execute the GMP Amendment Number 1 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The total proposed cost for GMP #1 for the renovations at the meat lab is $340,585.00. This cost only inc
#106VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-06
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#107VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Revised Academic Calendar for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: In order to maximize classroom instruction prior to state testing, the calendar has been updated to include 175 instructional days for students. The previous calendar approved by the Board had 170 student instructional days. It is my recommendation that we
#108VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#109VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#110VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Florence ISD Board of Trustees Advocacy Agenda for the 90th Texas Legislative Session Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The recommended advocacy agenda is attached for discussion and review. After being trained by the Texas Association of Rural Schools, instead of creating a bullet list, I tried to tell the story behind the request and how it
#111VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the List of Honors Courses for UIL Eligibility Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Texas Administrative Code §74.30 identifies as honors classes courses that meet the requirements of the law (Texas Education Code §33.081(d)(1)  in English Language Arts, Languages Other Than English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies and may be exempted from
#112VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Summer 2026 Work Schedule Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The District is proposing a summer schedule for 2026 that simplifies arrival and departure times and makes our staff available to students and parents during normal business hours.  I recommend that professional employees work Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 4 pm. As a reminder,
#113VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
#114VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Discussion Regarding Various Options to Increase Revenue in the Maintenance and Operation Budget for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: As we are working through the budget building process for the 2026-2027 school year, it appears that we will once again be facing a budget deficit in FISD. This deficit is likely to occur even if no raises are offered
#115VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
#116VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Targeted Improvement Plan for Florence Elementary School and Florence Middle School Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: FISD was awarded the LASO 3 grant focused on Instructional Leadership for $109,150.00. The focus of the grant is to build capacity and support campus leadership in effective instructional leadership. FISD part
#117VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution Requiring Every Campus of the District to Provide Students and Employees with an Opportunity to Participate in a Period of Prayer and Reading of the Bible or Other Religious Text on Each School Day in Accordance with the Law Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Texas Education Code §25.0823 was added by Senate Bill 11 in the 89th Regula
#118VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-19
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#119VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#120VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-06
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Employment of a Director of Special Education and Federal Programs Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Three candidates were interviewed, and one candidate will be presented for approval.
#121VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Reports (no board action required)
#122VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#123VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Library Books Proposed for Future Purchase Description: Attached are lists of library books to be considered for purchase. Attachments: ( 3 ) Elementary book list May 2026 5/7/2026 at 5:03 PM High School book list May 2026 5/7/2026 at 5:03 PM Middle School book list May 2026 5/7/2026 at 5:03 PM
#124VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Revisions to Policy EIF(LOCAL) Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Russell Porterfield Description: The District recommends approval of a revision to Policy EIF(LOCAL) related to graduation requirements. The primary changes are as follows: For Local Early Graduates, the revised policy requires completion of all coursework and credit requirements necessary t
#125VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Administer the Statement of Elected Officer and Oath of Office to the Newly Elected Members of the Board of Trustees Presenter: Doree Robinson Description: Each newly-elected trustee will receive a Certificate of Election in the name and by the authority of the State of Texas and issued by the Florence Independent School District. Article XVI, Section 1 of the Texas Constitution requires all elect
#126VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Certification of Instructional Materials for 2026-2027. Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: In accordance with Texas Education Code 31.1011, local educational agencies (LEAs) are required to certify annually to the State Board of Education (SBOE) and the commissioner that students have access to instructional materials covering all Texas Essent
#127VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Proposal from SustainED to Support Bluebonnet K-5 Implementation, K-5 Math Planning, and Secondary Math Planning Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: FISD was awarded the LASO (Learning Acceleration and Support Opportunities) IV LIFT (Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas) grant in the amount of $486,000.00. As a requirement of the gr
#128VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
#129VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#130VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#131VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#132VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Adult Meal Prices for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Lillian Barnett Description: The Child Nutrition Department needs to raise adult meal prices in order to remain compliant with federal guidelines. This cost has not risen since 2022. The adult lunch cost will go up $.50 to $5.50 and the adult breakfast cost will go up $.25 to $3
#133VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Number 2 with Joeris for the Meat Processing Lab Project, Including Delegation of Authority to the Superintendent to Finalize Negotiations and Execute the GMP Amendment Number 2 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: GMP #2 as provided by Joeris includes the cost to complete the renovation of the Meat Lab at FHS. If appr
#134VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Florence ISD Student Code of Conduct for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The Florence ISD Student Code of Conduct is presented with no changes from the previous year for approval. Attachments: ( 1 ) SCOC English 2026-2027 - Final 7/13/2026 at 10:57 AM
#135VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#136VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Nominate a Trustee from the FISD Board of Trustees for the Region 13, Position B Seat on the TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Board Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: TASB is seeking nominations for the Region 13, Position B seat on their board. The position is currently held by Stephen Mackey from Blanco ISD who intends to seek reelection. The t
#137VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Add the Position of Coordinator of College, Career, and Student Success at Florence High School for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As the Texas Education Agency continues to make changes to CTE course sequencing and offerings as well as the changes to CCMR, the district recommends adding this position so we have a dedicated i
#138VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-01
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Out-of-State Trip for the Superintendent Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: I have been invited to attend the Innovamat SUMA Summit in Mexico City, Mexico, from April 21–25. The summit is for educational leaders from the US and Mexico designed to be transformative, guiding participants from reflection to action while expanding their strategic v
#139VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
Reports (no board action required)
#140VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Receive and Accept the Certification of Unopposed Candidates for the Florence ISD Board of Trustees Election Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Florence ISD Board of Trustees Places 1, 2, and 3 were up for election on May 2, 2026. The filing deadline was February 13, 2026, at 5 pm. Pete Burson is the only candidate to file for Place 1. Timothy Marfell is
#141VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution Authorizing Payment to All District Employees on Emergency Closure Days Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The ice storm that impacted Florence ISD and surrounding areas in January necessitated the closure of all FISD facilities on January 26, 27, and 28, 2026. This resolution authorizes the superintendent to pay employees for these d
#142VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#143VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-05-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#144VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#145VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#146VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Proposal from Longhorn Bus Sales to Install 3-Point Seat Belts on Three Existing Buses in the FISD Fleet Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric West Description: As we have previously discussed, school districts in the State of Texas are required to ensure that all school buses are equipped with 3-point seat belts by September 1, 2029. TEA currently has a g
#147VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
#148VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Proposed Board Meeting Dates for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: FISD Board of Trustees meetings normally occur on the third Monday of the Month. Because of holidays, some meetings for the upcoming school year have been moved. Attachments: ( 1 ) Proposed 26_27 Board Meeting Dates 6/15/2026 at 5:39 PM
#149VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Resolution that Recognizes the Bell County Texas 4-H Organization as Approved for Recognition and Eligible for Extracurricular Status Consideration under 19 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 76.1 and an Adjunct Faculty Request from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This is an annual approval that allows our students who participate in Bell County 4-
#150VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution Suspending Board Policy CV(LOCAL) Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Change orders are a part of any construction project and need to be approved in a timely manner. Current board policy requires board approval for all change orders. I am asking that the Board suspend CV(LOCAL) and authorize me to approve change orders that do not inc
#151VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Delegate and Alternate to the 2025 Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Delegate Assembly Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: TASB's 2026 Delegate Assembly will be held October 9, during txEDCON26 in Houston. Attending the Delegate Assembly gives the board the chance to participate in the democratic process that governs TASB. Delegates will
#152VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#153VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Out-of-State Trip for HOSA Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: HOSA students will attend the HOSA International Leadership Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. Four total students plus the advisor will be attending the conference, with one student having earned the right to compete in the competition after advancing from the state competition. T
#154VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
#155VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#156VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Consideration and Possible Action to Pledge Florence ISD to the IEI (Institute for Education Innovation) Position Paper on Screens, Focus & Learning Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As a member of IEI, we have access to their position papers. One area of concern as a district who has infused technology in the classroom, is the blanket technology bans being discussed among politicians. FISD
#157VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
#158VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt the 2026-2027 School Year Budget Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Description: The 2026-2027 budget is presented for your consideration and approval. The budget is adopted at the functional level for the General Fund (Maintenance and Operating), the Child Nutrition Fund, and the I&S Debt Service Fund. The following schedules are included: • Combi
#159VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Confidential Staff to Carry Firearms While on District Property, Pursuant to Meeting Qualification Criteria Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: This measure is taken to continue the Guardian Program on all FISD campuses for the 2026-2027 school year. The Guardians considered for approval participate in requalification at the end of
#160VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
#161VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-02
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#162VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-07-21
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#163VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#164VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-07-15
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#165VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Purchases More Than $50,000 From Funds Received through the JET Grant Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: FISD was awarded a JET Grant from the Texas Workforce Commission for $328,799. The grant requires a matching commitment from FISD of 5%, or $17,306. FISD will use these funds to purchase the equipment approved for purchase by the Texas Workforc
#166VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-06
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Employment of an Instructional Coach for Florence Middle School Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Two candidates were interviewed for this position and one candidate will be presented for approval.
#167VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Reports (no board action required)
#168VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-01
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#169VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Action to Approve an Out of State Trip for Dr. Russell Porterfield Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Dr. Porterfield was invited to join Central Texas College as their guest participant at the National Center for Inquiry and Improvement Rural Guided Pathway Institute to be held March 11-13 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This institute is designed to deepen partnerships betwe
#170VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#171VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#172VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#173VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-05-20
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#174VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#175VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#176VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-10-19
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#177VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Library Books Considered for Purchase Attachments: ( 1 ) FES_Scholastic Book Fair list_FALL 2026 8/11/2026 at 3:00 PM
#178VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Reports (no board action required)
#179VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Purchase of Library Books Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Per SB 13 and our library acquisition policy, the Board of Trustees must approve all donated or proposed library materials.  The attached lists of books have undergone the district collection development process for any library material that students will have access to in the campus
#180VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Reports (no board action required)
#181VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment Number 2 Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield Attachments: ( 1 ) Budget Amendment_Fund Calc FISD 2026 No TWO 4/14/2026 at 1:51 PM
#182VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-23
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Early Resignation Notice Incentive for Employees of Florence ISD Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As we discussed at the January Board Meeting, in order to incentivize teachers who are planning to retire or depart the district at the end of the school year, the District proposes a $1,000.00 Early Resignation Notice Incentive if the employee s
#183VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#184VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#185VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#186VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Reports (no board action required)
#187VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Purchase of Library Books Presenter: Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: The attached list of books is to be used by the libarian to teach lessons during the library rotation. They will not be added to the collection but will be used for instruction. Attachments: ( 1 ) FES books for Consideration Aug- 26 9/10/2026 at 3:47 PM
#188VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#189VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
#190VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Rate for Payment for Accumulated Leave Upon Retirement Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: In 2025, the Board approved a revision to policy DEC(LOCAL) allowing for payment at a rate determined by the board for local accumulated leave. At the time this was approved, the board discussed paying $75 per accumulated local leave day, assuming the retir
#191VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-08
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#192VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Out-of-State Trip for the Assistant Superintendent Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As a member of IEI (Institute for Education Innovation), the district is able to send one administrator at very little cost to the district to three conferences hosted by IEI. The 2026 District Leaders Connect Conference is being held in Denver, Colorado, from
#193VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-23
Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
#194VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#195VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#196VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Discussion Regarding Senate Bill 12 Requirements Incorporated in Texas Education Code §39.008 and Florence ISD Board Policy Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: The Board of Trustees is required to approve a Certificate of Compliance with certain laws required by Texas Education Code §39.008. The board must certify that FISD has: 1. Reviewed local policies and procedures to ensure alignment wi
#197VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution to Declare a Good Cause Exception to the House Bill 3 Armed Security Officer Requirement Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: House Bill 3 from the 88th Legislative Session and later codified in the Texas Education Code Section 37.0814, requires the board to ensure that at least one armed security officer is present during regular school
#198VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Add, Revise, or Delete (LOCAL) Policies as Offered by TASB Policy Service for Consideration and According to the Instruction Sheet for TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 127 with the Following Changes: BJCF(LOCAL): Superintendent — Nonrenewal CAA(LOCAL): Fiscal Management Goals and Objectives — Financial Ethics DC(LOCAL): Employment Practices DH(LOCAL): Employ
#199VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-18
Consideration and Possible Action to Elect Officers for the Florence ISD Board of Trustees Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Ed Navarette Description: In accordance with TASB Policy BDAA(LEGAL), at the first meeting following each election and qualification of Board members, the members of the Board shall organize by electing officers.
#200VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Consideration and Possible Action to Authorize Filing of Motion to Intervene in PUCT Docket No. 59475 (Bell County East to Big Hill 765 kv Line), Oncor Proposed Transmission Line Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: As shown in the attached map, one of the proposed transmission lines would run just north of the Florence Elementary School. Our community has voiced their concern that this could