Public Meeting Minutes: May 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting

I. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President

Discussion: President Clint Duncan called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm and announced the presence of a quorum.

II. Oath of Office for Skip Bryan and Jerry McCarty

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President

Discussion: The Oath of Office was administered to Robert "Skip" Bryan (Place 4) by Delaynie Keeney, Notary Public. Jerry McCarty was absent, and will have his Oath of Office administered during the June regular meeting.

III. Open Forum

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President

Discussion: No individuals registered to speak during Open Forum.

IV. Executive Session (Administration Building)

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President

Discussion: The board entered executive session at 5:32 pm and reconvened in open session at 6:31 pm. The board reentered executive session at 7:51 pm and reconvened in open session at 8:43 pm.

IV.A. Texas Gov't Code 551.074 Personnel Matters: To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

IV.B. Texas Gov't Code 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Property: To deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

IV.C. Texas Gov't Code 551.076 Deliberation Regarding Security Devices or Security Audits: To deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security audit.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

IV.D. Texas Gov't Code 551.089 Deliberation Regarding Security Devices or Security Audits: To deliberate security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information as described by Section 2059.055(b); or deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

IV.E. Texas Gov't Code Sections 551.129 and 551.071: Seek advice from legal counsel regarding contracts related to and legal requirements for the District’s 2026 Bond Program.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

V. Recognitions

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President

Discussion: The following students and community members were recognized for their achievements:
Anna Fryar — In recognition of receiving first place in Region and State for FCCLA’s Early Childhood Education, Level 3, and qualifying for Nationals for the fourth time — the most in Redwater ISD history;

Luci Miller & Stephanie Shimpock— In recognition of receiving fifth place in the FCCLA State Sustainability Challenge, Level 3;

Tucker Frachiseur, Sophia Johnson, Delaney Riley, and Jayden White — In recognition of placing in FCCLA's Regional competition, and advancing to the FCCLA State Leadership Conference;

Liberty Bailey, Anthony Pinkham, Sandy Seddens — In recognition of their dedicated service and commitment as members of the Redwater ISD PAC;

The following PAC members were acknowledged for their achievements but unable to attend:
Kelsi Ayres, TJ Anderson, Heather Barron, Gena Baumgardner, Justin Baumgardner, Dusti Bledsoe, Ryan Bledsoe, Casey Braswell, Stephanie Brooks, Corey Calicott, Kenney Cecil, Kenneth Davison, Stephanie Davison, Gary Early, Eric Godwin, Tyler Haire, Christopher Lannom, Merle Luster, Steve Morgan, Christina Owen, Kamesha Page, Tara Whelchel, Billy Whitt — In recognition of their dedicated service and commitment as members of the Redwater ISD PAC.

VI. Prayer, Pledge, Motto, Vision, Mission and Belief Statements

Presenter: RISD Board of Trustees & Superintendent

VII. Informational Items

VII.A. Bond Recap

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Discussion: The board was provided a summary of the results of both Proposition A and B for the Redwater ISD Bond 2026 election.

VII.B. Cash Flow, Revenues and Check Register

Presenter: Tess Baker, Director of Finance

Discussion: The board reviewed the financial documents with no questions.

VII.C. Enrollment

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Discussion: The board was provided total student enrollment.

VII.D. Campus Updates

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Discussion: No campus updates were reported to the board.

VII.E. Professional Development

Presenter: Erica Fouche, Director of Curriculum & Instruction

Discussion: Region 8 Professional Development for April 2026 was presented.

VII.F. Consent Agenda

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I make the motion to approve the Minutes from the 4.20.26 Regular Session and 5.12.26 Election Canvassing Special Meeting as presented. This motion, made by Brad Rosiek and seconded by Skip Bryan, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VII.F.1. Minutes Regular Meeting 4.20.26

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President

VII.F.2. Minutes Election Canvassing Special Meeting 5.12.26

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

VIII. Action Items for Discussion/Consideration

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

VIII.A. Selection of delivery method of construction services for the Districtwide Improvements Projects (Prop A of the 2026 Bond), excluding the security vestibules projects, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2269.056.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move the Board select Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) as the delivery method of construction services that provides the best value for the District for the Districtwide Improvements Projects in Prop A of the 2026 Bond, excluding the security vestibules projects. This motion, made by Sarah Robinson and seconded by Bryan Strand, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.B. Selection of delivery method of construction services for the Security Vestibules Projects in Prop A of the 2026 Bond, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2269.056.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move the Board delegate authority to the Superintendent or her designee to select the delivery method of construction services that provides the best value for the District for the Security Vestibules Projects in Prop A of the 2026 Bond, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2269.056. This motion, made by Brad Rosiek and seconded by Skip Bryan, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.C. Service Order No. 1 to Architect Agreement with Claycomb Architects for Districtwide Improvements Projects (Prop A of the 2026 Bond), including possible delegation of authority to Superintendent/designee to finalize negotiations and execute same.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move the Board approve the proposal for Service Order No. 1 to the AIA Document B101 Architect Agreement with Claycomb for design and contract administration services with Claycomb Architects as for Districtwide Improvements Projects (Prop A of the 2026 Bond) as presented by Administration and authorize the Superintendent or her designee to finalize negotiations and execute the service order in a form approved by legal counsel. This motion, made by Brad Rosiek and seconded by Bryan Strand, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.D. Selection of delivery method of construction services for the Track and Related Site Improvements Project in Prop B, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2269.056.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move the Board delegate authority to the Superintendent or designee to select the delivery method of construction services that provides the best value for the District for the Track and Related Site Improvements Project in Prop B of the 2026 Bond, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2269.056. This motion, made by Brad Rosiek and seconded by Sarah Robinson, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.E. Design and/or contract administration services for Prop B Track Project and Related Site Improvements (which includes possible independent design representative as required by Texas Government Code Section 2269.305 if this is a design-build project), including possible delegation of authority to Superintendent or designee to select, negotiate, and enter into a contract with a design professional.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion 1 Withdrawn:

I move the Board delegate authority to the Superintendent or designee to select and negotiate a contract with a design professional for independent design representative services as required by Texas Government Code Section 2269.305 for the District for the Track and Related Site Improvements Project in Prop B of the 2026 Bond, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2269.056 and bring back a proposed contract for the Board to consider at the next meeting. This motion, made by Brad Rosiek and seconded by Skip Bryan, Withdrawn.

Motion 2 Passed:

I move the Board select Claycomb Architects to provide design and/or contract administration services for Prop B Track Project and Related Site Improvements and authorize the Superintendent to add that to Service Order No. 1 or a separate service order and execute the service order including Prop B work as presented. This motion, made by Sarah Robinson and seconded by Bryan Strand, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Abstain (With Conflict)
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.F. Adopt required Prevailing Wage Rate Schedule pursuant to Texas Government Code § 2258.022 for all 2026 Bond Construction Projects as well as any construction projects authorized by the Board in the 2025-26 through the 2027-28 school years.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move the Board adopt the most current prevailing wage rates for Bowie County, as regularly published by the United States Department of Labor in accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act, and its subsequent amendments, in connection with any 2024 Bond Projects and/or other construction projects authorized by the Board in the 2025-26 through 2027-28 school years and that only the base wage rates shown in the applicable wage rate decision be used, unless federal funds are utilized in connection with the specific construction project. This motion, made by Bryan Strand and seconded by Sarah Robinson, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.G. Delegate authority to the Superintendent or her designee to rank, select, and execute agreement(s) with one or more geotechnical engineer(s), engineers for construction materials testing services, land surveyors, asbestos abatement specialists, or any other professional services provided necessary for the 2026 Bond Construction Projects pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2254 based on their demonstrated competence and qualifications.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move the Board delegate authority to the Superintendent or her designee to rank and select professional service provider(s) in connection with any 2026 Bond Construction Project based on their demonstrated competence and qualifications and pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2254; and further delegate authority to the Superintendent or her designee to negotiate an agreement with the top-ranked professional(s) and execute any agreement(s) for a fair and reasonable price in a form approved by legal counsel; and if an agreement cannot be reached then to go on to the next-ranked professional(s) and so on until an agreement can be reached for a fair and reasonable price in a form approved by legal counsel and report back to the Board at a future Board meeting about any executed agreements. This motion, made by Skip Bryan and seconded by Sarah Robinson, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.H. Delegate authority to the Superintendent or her designee to rank and select one or more professional service providers for architectural/engineering services for design and contract administration as well as for any independent representative for design-build project(s) required under Texas Government Code Section 2269.305 for the Turf and related site improvements project in Prop B of the 2026 Bond pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2254 based on their demonstrated competence and qualifications, including possible delegation to the Superintendent to negotiate agreement(s) for future Board consideration and action.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move the Board delegate authority to the Superintendent or her designee to rank and select one or more professional service provider(s) for architectural/engineering services for design and contract administration as well as for any independent representative for design-build project(s) required under Texas Government Code Section 2269.305 for the Turf and related site improvements Project in Prop B of the 2026 Bond pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2254 based on the professionals' demonstrated competence and qualifications and further delegate authority to the Superintendent or her designee to negotiate an agreement with the top-ranked professional(s) or a fair and reasonable price in a form approved by legal counsel; and if an agreement cannot be reached then to go on to the next-ranked professional and so on until an agreement can be reached for a fair and reasonable price in a form approved by legal counsel, and bring back the final proposed agreement for the Board to consider and take action to approve at a future Board meeting. This motion, made by Bryan Strand and seconded by Sarah Robinson, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.I. Application for Low Attendance Waiver

Presenter: Tess Baker, Director of Finance

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I make the motion we approve the application to TEA for a Low Attendance Waiver for all RISD campuses and dates presented. This motion, made by Sarah Robinson and seconded by Brad Rosiek, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.J. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Bowie County 2026

Presenter: Dustin Thompson, Police Chief

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move we approve the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Bowie County for school year 2026-2027. This motion, made by Brad Rosiek and seconded by Skip Bryan, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.K. Cybersecurity Training Certification

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent/John Ryther, Director of Technology

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I make the motion to approve the Cybersecurity Training Certification showing RISD at 100% completion. This motion, made by Skip Bryan and seconded by Bryan Strand, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.L. iPad Surplus

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move we declare the iPad surplus. This motion, made by Brad Rosiek and seconded by Sarah Robinson, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.M. District Roofing Project

Presenter: Matt Wommack, Director of Operations

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move we hire RBT Roofing under TIPS agreement to replace the elementary and rock building roofs. This motion, made by Bryan Strand and seconded by Sarah Robinson, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.N. Non-Teacher Pay Scale Staff Compensation for 26-27.

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move we approve raises for all positions not paid on the teacher pay scale at 3% and as presented. This motion, made by Sarah Robinson and seconded by Bryan Strand, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VIII.O. Addition of a Secondary Life Skills Teacher and Aide.

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I move the board approves an addition of a secondary life skills teacher and aide. This motion, made by Sarah Robinson and seconded by Brad Rosiek, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

IX. Superintendent's Report

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

IX.A. Thoughtful Thursday

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: Dr. Burns sends words of wisdom, sometimes in quotes or videos, to Redwater ISD staff as motivation and appreciation for the job they do. The board was provided these Thoughtful Thursdays for the previous month.

IX.B. 2025-2026 Accolades - Year in Review

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: The board was provided a slideshow presentation of the the district's 2025-2026 accolades.

IX.C. Dragon Kingdom Branding

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

IX.C.1. Learn, Lead, Serve Campaign

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: Students and staff have been highlighted/celebrated on social media as a part of our Learn, Lead, Serve campaign and Dragon Kingdom branding. The board was provided examples of these social media posts.

IX.C.2. Advertising

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: The Class of 2026 was featured in Texarkana Magazine's May Grad Special Section and Texarkana Gazette's GradMag. In addition, two staff members were recognized in local magazines. Stacy Deaton was selected by the district to be featured in ALT Magazine's May issue, which featured dedicated employees in local school districts. Kim Cody was featured in Four States Living Magazine's Tribute to Women in their May issue.

IX.C.3. Golden Dragons

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: We are looking ahead at 2026-27 to schedule events and to make any program changes.

IX.D. SHAC Update

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: The board was provided with the Student Health Advisory Council report and meeting minutes for the 2025-2026 school year.

IX.E. TIA Process

Presenter: Erica Fouche, Director of Curriculum & Instruction

Discussion: The Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) committee held a meeting on May 4, 2026, to discuss the TIA process for 2026-27.

IX.F. Region VIII ESC Service Contract

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: The Region VIII ESC Service Contract will be an agenda action item in the summer.

IX.G. Safety and Security

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns/Chief Dustin Thompson, Redwater ISD Police Department

Discussion: Next year we are scheduled to have our District Vulnerability Assessment. Chief Thompson provided information regarding in-person and online safety courses he plans to participate in during the summer.

IX.G.1. Intruder Door Audit

Presenter: Chief Dustin Thompson, RISD Police Department

Discussion: Redwater Elementary had a successful Intruder Door Audit on Monday, May 4, 2026, with no findings.

IX.H. Technology Update

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns/John Ryther, Director of Technology

Discussion: The Technology Department is working on our Summer E-Rate project, which will replace all network switches and all wireless access points.

IX.I. Operations

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns/Matt Wommack, Director of Operations

IX.I.1. Facilities/Transportation

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns/Matt Wommack, Director of Operations

Discussion: Board members reviewed the April 2026 Facilities Update, and received an update on current summer projects.

IX.I.1.a. Playgrounds

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: Dr. Burns discussed the playground projects at the Elementary and Intermediate schools.

IX.I.2. Cafeteria

IX.I.2.a. Redwater Negative Balances

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: Dr. Burns reported on initiatives the district is taking to reduce negative balances, and the board discussed additional strategies for the 2026-27 school year to further address this issue.

X. Informational

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

X.A. June Board Meeting Date - Monday, June 22, 2026

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

X.B. Team of 8 Training

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: The board discussed scheduling Team of 8 Training.

X.C. TASB Summer Leadership Institute (SLI) - June 17-20, 2026 - Ft. Worth

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: Jerry McCarty and Sarah Robinson are registered for the TASB Summer Leadership Institute on June 17-20, 2026.

X.D. TASA/TASB txEDCON25 Convention - Oct. 8-11, 2026 - Houston, TX

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: The board was provided information regarding the TASA/TASB txEDCON25 Convention on Oct. 8-11, 2026 in Houston, TX.

X.E. Board Meeting/Annual Agenda Calendars 2025-2026

Presenter: Dr. Kelly Burns

Discussion: The board was provided with a board meeting and annual board agenda calendar.

XI. Action Items for Discussion/Consideration

XI.A. Consider/Take Action Board Reorganization

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President/Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I make the motion we approve Clint Duncan for the position of President, Bryan Strand for the position of Vice President, and Brad Rosiek for the position of Secretary effective at the conclusion of this meeting. This motion, made by Sarah Robinson and seconded by Skip Bryan, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

XII. Adjourn

Presenter: Clint Duncan, President

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

I make the motion we adjourn the meeting. This motion, made by Bryan Strand and seconded by Skip Bryan, Passed.

Jerry McCarty II: Absent
Ricky Morrow: Absent
Skip Bryan: Yea
Clint Duncan: Yea
Sarah Robinson: Yea
Brad Rosiek: Yea
Bryan Strand: Yea

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

Discussion: The meeting was adjourned at 8:44 pm.

Regular Board
Attendance Taken on 5/18/2026 at 6:30 PM
Skip Bryan	Present
Clint Duncan	Present
Jerry McCarty II	Absent
Ricky Morrow	Absent
Sarah Robinson	Present
Brad Rosiek	Present
Bryan Strand	Present
Present: 5, Absent: 2

May 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting

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