November 8, 2023 at 6:45 PM - Regular Meeting
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Call to Order/Roll Call:
This Agenda has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551, Sub chapters D and E. This is to verify that the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.001 et. seq., have been complied with in connection with the public notice of the meeting. The subjects to be discussed or considered upon which any formal action may be taken are listed below and may be taken in any order. |
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance:
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Citizen Communication:
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Public Comment:
Pursuant to the newly enacted Texas Government Code Section 551.007, the Board will hear public comment at every meeting and will allow members of the public to speak on any agenda item posted for consideration by the Board at that meeting. The Board may limit the amount of time allotted to each speaker in order to allow an opportunity for everyone to speak who wishes to do so, and to maintain order and efficiency in its meetings. Anyone wishing to sign up to speak in public comment must do so not later than the start of the meeting. |
Recognitions and Introductions:
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1. Student Recognition
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1.A. Superintendent Students of the Month
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1.B. College Board
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Adoption of Consent Agenda:
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1. Approval of the following Minutes:
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1.A. October 11, 2023 Regular Meeting
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2. Approval of Financial Report
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3. Approval of Renewal of Walsh Gallegos Retainer Agreement
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Action Items:
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1. Discuss and consider approval of Depository Contract extension with Falls City National Bank for an additional two years.
Description:
Every school district is required to have a at least depository that they are contracted with for handling district funds. Poth ISD just finished the second two year extension with FCNB and has one more two year extension available to use before negotiating a new contract.
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2. Discuss and consider approval of a Staff Retention Incentive and Resolution.
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3. Discuss and consider approval of donation from Poth Athletic Booster Club over $5,000.
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Communication Items:
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1. Information Items
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1.A. Business and Operations Update
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1.A.a. Monthly Tax Collections Report
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1.A.b. Revenues and Expenditures
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1.A.c. Cash Position By Bank
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1.A.d. Budget and Forecasting
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1.A.e. Elementary Renovation Project Update
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1.B. Superintendent Update
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1.B.a. Enrollment
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1.B.b. Senate Bill 763
Description:
Under Senate Bill 763, Texas school districts may now employ or accept, as volunteers, chaplains to provide support, services and programs for students generally provided by counselors, social workers, and mental/behavioral healthcare professionals. Trustees must take a record vote by March 1 on whether to adopt a policy authorizing the district to employ chaplains, allow volunteer chaplains, or not allow chaplains to serve in such a role in the district.
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1.B.c. Upcoming Events
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Closed Session:
Closed Session will be held for purposes permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government code Section 551, Subchapters D and E a.Gov't Code 551.074 |
1. Deliberation regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code.
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Reconvene Open Session:
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1. Reconvene from Closed Session for action relative to items considered during Closed Session
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1.A. Consider and take possible action regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.
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Adjournment
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