Mike Neal

The meeting commenced with President Welch calling the session to order and leading the pledges of allegiance. Key items discussed included principals' reports covering calendar updates, new classes, teacher recognition, program success, fundraiser status, enrollment figures, UIL competition hosting, and testing demonstrations. Financial reports were presented, and the district's recent purchase of two new International Buses was reported. Discussions were held regarding value engineering options for the Jr. High School Gym Addition plans. The Facility Rental Update was postponed until the following month. The Board approved the Taylor/Callahan Educational Cooperative Shared Service Agreement for filing with TEA and authorized payment for employee flu shots for the 2010-11 school year. The establishment of a District Facebook page was approved. Additionally, the Board approved partial payment for certification costs for students obtaining professional certificates or licenses for the 2010-11 school year, and the recommended Professional Development Board Policy was approved. A closed session was held to discuss real property.

The key discussions during this meeting included setting the Board Goals for Clyde CISD for the year 2016. The Board also discussed facilities, specifically focusing on the Clyde CISD Junior High facility, viewing floor plans for proposed changes, and addressing long-term facility needs. The session included a closed session to deliberate on Personnel matters and the Purchase, Exchange, Lease, or Value of Real Property.

Key discussions and actions during this special called meeting included the approval of resolutions recognizing Jerry Warren and Taylor County Extension Agents as adjunct faculty members. The Board also considered and unanimously approved the 2013-2014 Budget by fund and functions, along with the adoption of the tax rate set at $1.04, which represented a 3.21 percent increase. Furthermore, the Board approved a budget amendment and designated the Alliance for Women and Children as the after-school care program for Clyde CISD.

The key discussion topics during this special called meeting included the consideration and unanimous approval of an agreement with Operation Connectivity Interlocal Acquisition Agreement with Region 4 Education Service Center for technology purchases. The Board entered a closed session to discuss Personnel matters, and upon returning to open session, unanimously approved the hiring of one new employee, a High School Math Teacher.

The meeting included the approval of bids for the Jr. High Renovation project, specifically awarding the Ceramic Tile bid to Vector, the Floor Covering bid to Vector, and the Library Furniture bid to Lone Star. The board also convened in a closed session to discuss Personnel matters and the Purchase, Exchange, Lease, or Value of Real Property before adjourning the meeting.