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SPECIAL_DISTRICT • Bexar COUNTY

Katie Farias

Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
SOUTHSIDE ISD

Elected Trustee, Place 2 for Southside ISD.

Rolando.Ramirez@southsideisd.org(210) 882-1600 ext:5105
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Roll-Call Liberty Index
Freedom Score: 49.7/100▲ +2.4 pts (5Y)
Statewide Rank: #25002 in Texas
Fiscal Restraint
49.4/100
Regulatory Restraint
49.8/100
Lone Dissents
0

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

May 2025 SOUTHSIDE ISD Official General Election Canvass (2025-05-03)
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
ELECTED / WON
Katie Farias (Current Profile)100.0% (692 votes)
Early Voting: 422Election Day: 235Mail Ballots: 35

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes
378
Yes Votes
371 (98%)
No / Dissenting Votes
7 (2%)
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 (3-0)
2026-09-16
Discuss and consider approval to award an agreement with an architecture firm for Bond Program Architecture and Engineering Services on an as-needed basis, and authorize the Superintendent to execute contract documents upon successful negotiations. - Michael Carrales/Dan Garza
#2VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider the approval of the resolution to adopt the District tax rate for the 2026-2027 tax year.- Michael Carrales
#3VOTED: YES+8.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider the No-New-Revenue (NNR) Tax Rate, Voter-Approval Tax Rate (VATR), and rate to maintain the same level of Maintenance & Operations Revenue, as well as payment of Debt Service and approval of the proposed Interest & Sinking rate for the Debt Service that exceeds the minimum amount required. - Michael Carrales
#4VOTED: YES+8.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Consider approval of the Resolution to authorize and oversee the management of the public schools in the District, and designated officer responsible for calculating and reporting the no-new-revenue tax rate and the voter-approval tax rate as determined by state law. - Michael Carrales
#5VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Consider approval of the Texas Political Subdivisions (TPS) Insurance Policy Coverage for the District: Property $533,268; Crime $1,000; Auto Liability $134,856; Physical Damage $30,453; General Liability $6,675; Law Enforcement $10,220; School Board Legal $40,552; Cyber Liability $7,503, in the total amount of $764,527. - Michael Carrales/Dan Garza
#6VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Consider approval of Interlocal Agreement with TAMUSA-Advising Corps for the 2026–2027 academic year. - Dan Garza/Miguel Castillo/Greg Mihleder
#7VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider approval of the renewal of Bilingual Speech Therapy Services with CTPA cooperative contract, CLEVISD24-07, with an estimated annual cost of $195,712.00. - Dan Garza/Dr. Ernesto Salinas
#8VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Discuss and consider approval of executing an agreement with Gaumard Scientific Company, Inc. for the purchase of eight (8) Nursing Skills Manikins in the amount of $101,620.66 as requested by the High School Nursing Science Program of Study, Career and Technical Education. - Dan Garza/Mario Ferron
#9VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-15
Discuss and consider approval to purchase 1,000 Chromebooks and accessories from CDW-G through the Pace Coop P00185 cooperative contract for the amount of $292,620.00 - Dan Garza/Cliff Herring
#10VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-02-17
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#11VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-11-18
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#12VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-11-18
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#13VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#14VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-07-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#15VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#16VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-02-19
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#17VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-10-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#18VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-01-19
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#19VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-12-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#20VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-08-18
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#21VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-07-15
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#22VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider approval to utilize cooperative contracted vendors exceeding $50,000 for Fiscal Year 2026-2027: Labatt Food Service - $3,000,000; Bluebird Produce Co. - $400,000; Flowers Bread Co. - $80,000; Dairy Oak Farms - $700,000; Reliance Air & Refrigeration - $145,000; Imperial Dade Paper Goods - $130,000; Sysco Food Service of San Antonio - $50,000. - Dan Garza/Janie Ramirez
#23VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Discuss and consider approval of executing an agreement with Tari, Inc., dba Jean's Restaurant Supply, for the purchase of Commercial Cafeteria Ovens at ACES, Losoya, and Matthey Middle schools in the total amount of $222,995.00. - Dan Garza/Janie Ramirez
#24VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.071 regarding legal issues related to RFP 26-004 for the High School Athletic Track Resurfacing Project, including proposals received, proposed contract terms, alternates, warranty obligations, and related legal matters.
#25VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-15
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074, consider and take possible action regarding approval of contracts for the 2026-2027 school year.
#26VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-08-18
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#27VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-10-21
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#28VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#29VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve Resolution to enter into an Agreement regarding Easement with Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, LTD ("Lennar") and Easement Agreement with Millrose Properties Texas, LLC ("Millrose"), in connection with the granting of two drainage easements relating to 15.00-acre and 16.649-acre tracts of District land in south San Antonio, Bexa
#30VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#31VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#32VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-04-21
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#33VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-03-17
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#34VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-12-16
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#35VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-05-20
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#36VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-10-19
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#37VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-16
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#38VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-12-15
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#39VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-04-21
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#40VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-08-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#41VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding RFP 26-004, High School Athletic Track Resurfacing Project, including approval of a contract with Hellas Construction, Inc. and authorization for the Superintendent to execute the same, or any other action related thereto.
#42VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#43VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-07-21
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#44VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-02-17
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#45VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-12-16
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#46VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Tex. Government Code 551.071 Consultation with legal counsel regarding legal issues related to contract terms in connection with RFP 26-004, High School Athletic Track Resurfacing Project, and matters related thereto.
#47VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-17
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#48VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-05-19
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#49VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-08-19
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#50VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#51VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-05-20
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#52VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-04-15
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#53VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#54VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#55VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-06-17
Consideration and possible action to approve the ranking and selection of the contractor for RFP No. 26-004, Athletic Track Resurfacing Project; select the accepted project options, including surfacing system and curb alternate; and authorize the Superintendent or designee to negotiate, finalize, and execute the contract and related documents. - Michael Carrales/Dan Garza/Brian Parks-Hellas Constr
#56VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-15
Consider and take possible action regarding the status of the District’s medical insurance proposal and related consulting/services agreement with ESC 100, previously approved by the Board on January 28, 2026, including possible reconsideration, modification, clarification, or related action in connection with the Board’s prior approval, and possible approval of an Interim Services Agreement throu
#57VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-16
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#58VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-10-20
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#59VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-05-19
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#60VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-03-17
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#61VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-01-20
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#62VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#63VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-17
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#64VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-10-20
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#65VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-07-21
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#66VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-01-20
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#67VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-10-21
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#68VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#69VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-02-19
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#70VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of the engagement letter agreement for the annual financial audit of Southside Independent School District for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2026. - Michael Carrales
#71VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Discuss and consider approval to execute an agreement with Reliance Air & Refrigeration for the purchase of commercial kitchen reach-in coolers and warmers at Freedom and Pearce Elementary Schools, and walk-in coolers and freezers for Gallardo Elementary and Matthey Middle School in the total amount of $280,881.17. - Dan Garza/Janie Ramirez
#72VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-15
Discuss and consider approval of executing an agreement with Reliance Air & Refrigeration for the purchase of Commercial Kitchen Reach-in Coolers/Warmers at Freedom and Pearce Elementary Schools in the amount of $280,881.17. - Daniel Garza/Janie Ramirez
#73VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-15
Consider approval of contracts for the 2026-2027 school year.
#74VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-01-19
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#75VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#76VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-04-15
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#77VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-09-16
RETURN TO OPEN MEETING The Board will consider and take action, if necessary, on items considered in Closed Meeting.
#78VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider approval of the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan as presented. - Marybel Flores
#79VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074, consider and discuss the possible hiring of Director of Maintenance and Operations.
#80VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of the Optional Flexible School Day Program (OFSDP) for the 2026-2027 school year. - Miguel Castillo/Gregory Mihleder
#81VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of Tax Collection Reports through May 2026. - Michael Carrales
#82VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-25
Consider approval of vetted and recommended books by the Library Advisory Council for the Spring of 2026. - Miguel Castillo
#83VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#84VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-09-16
Consider approval of Tax Collection Reports through July 2026. - Michael Carrales
#85VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-27
Discuss and consider the addition of new sports for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 School Years.
#86VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider approval of the annual renewal option with Kidz Treehouse Pediatric Therapy for Speech Pathology Services with an annual estimated cost not to exceed $254,992.00
#87VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Consider approval of the Third Quarter Investment Report for the period ending May 2026. - Michael Carrales
#88VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Consider approval for the annual TASB Model Handbook Updates for 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct (COC) and Student Handbook. - Miguel Castillo
#89VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-07-21
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#90VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-03-17
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#91VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-12-16
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#92VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#93VOTED: NO+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-Liberty Dissent (Opposed Overreach)Outcome: FAILED (1-2)
2023-05-15
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#94VOTED: NO-2.8 Score Impact • Opposed ReformOutcome: FAILED (1-2)
2010-05-17
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#95VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-09-16
Consider approval of the 2026-2027 SHAC members. – Miguel Castillo
#96VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-27
Three-year Safety and Security Findings and Plan of Action, per Texas Government Code §551.076 - Chief Berger/Lt. Galvan
#97VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of the 2025-2026 Staff Development Waiver. - Miguel Castillo
#98VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-05-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#99VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-04-21
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#100VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-10-21
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#101VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-08-19
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#102VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-02-19
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#103VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider approval for the proposed Interest & Sinking rate for Debt Service that exceeds the minimum amount required. - Michael Carrales
#104VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Consider approval of the District Improvement Plan (DIP) and the individual Campus Improvement Plans (CIP). - Miguel Castillo
#105VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Discuss and consider nominations for the TASB Board of Directors, Region 20, Position A. — Jesse Hernandez
#106VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of a 2026 Southside ISD Education Foundation Innovation Grant Winner Donation in the amount of $20,000.00 - Sylvia Rincon
#107VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-25
Discuss and consider approval of General Fund Budget Amendment #2. - Michael Carrales
#108VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-27
RETURN TO OPEN MEETING The Board will consider and take action if needed on items considered in Closed Meeting
#109VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Consider approval of a donation in the amount of $11,400 from Operation Warm and TJX for socks and shoes for Heritage Elementary School. - Elise Puente
#110VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider the adoption of a resolution by the Board of Southside ISD providing for the Defeasance and/or calling for redemption of certain currently outstanding obligations; directing that certain authorized officials, or their designee, effectuate the defeasance and/or redemption of these obligations; and other matters in connection therewith. - Michael Carrales
#111VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of Tax Collection Reports through April 2026. - Michael Carrales
#112VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-25
Consider approval of the Certification of Provision of Instruction Materials. - Miguel Castillo
#113VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-01-19
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#114VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-09-15
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#115VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider action to adopt the Southside ISD Legal Budget for the 2026-2027 school year. Michael Carrales
#116VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Consider approval of Tax Collection Reports through June 2026. - Michael Carrales
#117VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-06-17
RETURN TO OPEN MEETING The Board will consider and take action if necessary on items considered in Closed Meeting
#118VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Discuss and consider approval and authorization to issue purchase orders with Curriculum Associates (BuyBoard 748-24) in the amount of $219,207.04; Discover Ed (TIPS 220802) in the amount of $77,730.00; Renaissance (MyOn) in the amount of $92,322.40; Sirius Education Solutions (BuyBoard 748-24) in the amount of $55,510.00; and Sharon Wells (CTPA 221022RFP) in the amount of $87,102.00, in the combi
#119VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of the completion of the 2025-2026 District Cybersecurity Training Program. - Cliff Herring
#120VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Discuss and consider approval of Quarterly Board Self-Evaluation - Jesse Hernandez
#121VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-15
Consider approval of the Second Quarter Investment Report for the period ending February 2026. - Michael Carrales
#122VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-25
Consider approval of the 2024-2025 Annual TAPR Report - Miguel Castillo
#123VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-16
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#124VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-10-20
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#125VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#126VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-03-18
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#127VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Consider and take possible action regarding a recommendation for the Director of Maintenance and Operations position made by the Superintendent.
#128VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
RETURN TO OPEN MEETING The Board will consider and take action if necessary on items considered in Closed Meeting
#129VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
RETURN TO OPEN MEETING The Board will consider and take action if necessary on items considered in Closed Meeting
#130VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-05-27
Discuss and consider approval of the waiver of penalties and interest applied to Tax Account number 80100-206-0120 for the 2025 tax year as recommended by Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector Albert Uresti and demonstrated in the supporting documents. - Michael Carrales
#131VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#132VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-10-19
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#133VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-09-16
Consider approval of School District Teaching Permit for Non-Core Career & Technology Education (CTE) courses. - Marybel Flores
#134VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-09-16
Discuss and consider approval of Quarterly Board Self-Evaluation - Jesse Hernandez
#135VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Discuss and consider approval of Budget Amendment #3. - Michael Carrales
#136VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-17
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#137VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-02-17
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#138VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-05-20
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#139VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-22
Consider approval for the District to participate with ESC 20 for various programs that support Technology, Education, and Business applications throughout the District. 2026-2027 ESC20 Commitments will cost a total amount of $273,648.94. - Michael Carrales/Dan Garza
#140VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-06-17
Discuss and consider approval of the 1st year renewal with Insurica Education for the purchase of Workers' Compensation Services. Fixed cost contribution of $154,599.29, maximum lost fund (MLF) of $239,811.50, totaling the amount but not to exceed $394,410.79 for the 2026-2027 school year. - Michael Carrales/Dan Garza
#141VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of Policy Update 127 as recommended by TASB on the following Local Policies: BJCF(LOCAL): SUPERINTENDENT - NONRENEWAL CAA(LOCAL): FISCAL MANAGEMENT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES - FINANCIAL ETHICS DC(LOCAL): EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES DH(LOCAL): EMPLOYEE STANDARDS OF CONDUCT DP(LOCAL): PERSONNEL POSITIONS DPA(LOCAL): PERSONNEL POSITIONS - PRINCIPALS DPB(LOCAL): PERSONNEL POSITIONS - OTHER PERSO
#142VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-15
RETURN TO OPEN MEETING The Board will consider and take action if necessary on items considered in Closed Meeting
#143VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-25
RETURN TO OPEN MEETING The Board will consider and take action if necessary on items considered in Closed Meeting
#144VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-25
Consider approval of Tax Collection Reports through January 2026. - Michael Carrales
#145VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-12-15
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#146VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#147VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-01-20
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#148VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-07-15
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#149VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-09-16
Consider approval of T-TESS Evaluation Appraisers for the 2026-2027 School Year. - Miguel Castillo
#150VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-27
ACTION
#151VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Consider approval of the resolution stating the Investment policy and Designation of Investment Officers. - Michael Carrales
#152VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
RETURN TO OPEN MEETING The Board will consider and take action if necessary on items considered in Closed Meeting
#153VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Consider approval of the Bexar County Extension Director, or her/his designee, who meets all necessary criteria, to be recognized as adjunct staff members, and that students participating in 4-H (Head, Heart, Hands, and Health) /Extension educational activities be counted in attendance for Foundation School Program purposes. - Steve Iredale/Matthew Stoddard
#154VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-19
Discuss and consider approval of Budget Amendment #4 of the General Budget and Budget Amendment #2 of Debt Services. - Michael Carrales
#155VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-25
Consider approval of T-TESS Evaluation Appraisers for the 2025-2026 School Year. - Miguel Castillo
#156VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-11-18
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#157VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#158VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2023-09-18
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#159VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-09-19
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#160VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2022-05-16
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#161VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2021-09-20
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#162VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2021-05-17
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#163VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2020-09-21
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#164VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2020-05-18
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#165VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2019-09-16
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#166VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2019-05-20
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#167VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2018-09-17
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#168VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2018-05-21
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#169VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2017-09-18
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#170VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2017-05-15
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#171VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2016-09-19
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#172VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2016-05-16
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#173VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2015-09-21
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#174VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2015-05-18
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#175VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2014-09-15
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#176VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2014-05-19
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#177VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2013-09-16
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#178VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2013-05-20
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#179VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2012-09-17
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#180VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2012-05-21
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#181VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2011-09-19
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#182VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2011-05-16
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#183VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2010-09-20
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#184VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2009-09-21
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#185VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2009-05-18
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#186VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2008-09-15
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#187VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2008-05-19
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#188VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2007-09-17
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#189VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2007-05-21
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#190VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2006-09-18
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#191VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2006-05-15
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#192VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2005-09-19
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#193VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2005-05-16
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#194VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2004-09-20
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#195VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2004-05-17
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#196VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2003-09-15
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#197VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2003-05-19
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#198VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2002-09-16
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy
#199VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2002-05-20
Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption
#200VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-1)
2001-09-17
Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy