Last night, Argyle ISD held its monthly regular board meeting. The AISD School Board met at 5:00 p.m. for an executive session prior to the open meeting. We are providing you with School Board Briefs and hope this valuable information on agenda and action items helps you to be a well-informed Argyle ISD community member.
Our Board of Trustees conducted the open portion of the regularly scheduled monthly board meeting at 6:00 p.m. President Sam Slaton established a quorum, and our Board of Trustees led us in our Pledges to the Flags and Moment of Silence.
During the Consent portion of the Board Agenda, the Board unanimously approved a series of items related to different departmental areas. A full list of consent items can be viewed in the released agenda.
During the Reports portion of the Board Agenda, the Board received several updates, including:
2017 Bond Update
Jane Ruestmann Elementary
Superintendent’s Report
During the Information portion of the Board Agenda, the Board was presented with a series of items to discuss and consider. No action was taken on these agenda items.
Student Nutrition Meal Prices 2024-2025
Bond Sale ~ Order to be considered for adoption by the Board of Trustees
Board Operating Procedures
Student Code of Conduct 24-25
TASB Update 123 & Other Localized Policy Changes
Please see the cover sheets and presentations in the released agenda for more detailed information.
Finally, during the Discussion and Action portion of the Board Agenda, the Board approved the following:
Consider the Resolution of the Argyle ISD Board of Trustees Regarding the Vital Role of Educators and Staff in Texas
Consider Approval of the 2024-25 Employee Compensation Plan
Consider & Adopt a Resolution regarding a Mid-Year Compensation Plan Increase dependent upon the passage of a VATRE
Consider Approval of the Supplemental Pay Scale for 2024-2025
Consider Approval of Region XI Contracts
Consider Approval of Construction Materials Testing - Stadium & IAC
Consider Approval of Budget Amendment #3 for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year
Consider approval of an Audit Engagement Agreement for a VATRE efficiency audit
With the adoption of the Board Resolution Regarding the Vital Role of Educators and Staff in Texas, Argyle ISD will submit the resolution, video recording of the meeting and a copy of the board meeting agenda to Governor Abbott and our elected state representatives on behalf of our incredibly talented and dedicated teachers and staff.
As you may recall, Argyle ISD began a series of board budget workshops in February to address a $4.6M budget shortfall, with no consideration for staff compensation increases in 2024-25 due to a lack of funding from the state. However, through a series of financial strategy exercises over the past several months, Argyle ISD has made significant progress in eliminating a large portion of the budget deficit. That progress has allowed our Board of Trustees the latitude to consider a compensation increase plan for all employees. Last night, our Board of Trustees unanimously approved a much-deserved compensation incentive for the 2024-2025 school year!
If you did not join us online or in person, you may view a recording of the board meeting here.
Our next regular board meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2024. The public portion of all regular board meetings begins at 6:00 p.m. Argyle ISD will present the 2024-25 budget for approval to the Board of Trustees at the August 19th board meeting. All regular board meetings and special board meetings with action items are live-streamed and recorded. Special meetings with no action and board workshops are also recorded. Should you have any questions regarding any portion of the board meeting, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
