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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Williamson County, TX
FLORENCE ISD
Population / Scale
1,125
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$1.0182
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$22.9M
+3.4% YoY • +22.9% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$57.26M
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28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -1.6 pts
1Y: -1.0 pts • 10Y: -2.5 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -6.2 pts
60.5 (C) → 54.3 (D)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.5%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+22.9% (5Y)
10Y: +54.8% • Since '00: +232.2%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.1056
FY 22: $1.1238 → FY 27: $1.0182
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 60.5 (C)'10: 58.5 (D)'17: 56.8 (D)'22: 55.9 (D)'27: 54.3 (D)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $6.9M'10: $10.6M'17: $14.8M'22: $18.6M'27: $22.9M
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 54.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($22,879,720) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($1.018200 per $100 valuation: $0.722200 M&O + $0.296000 I&S) for FLORENCE ISD. Source: Bell County Appraisal District 2026 Tax Rate Schedule & Truth-in-Taxation Portal.
Total Appropriation
$22.9M
General Fund
$15.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.0M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$20,338
Public Safety: $0.3M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $9.1M (40%)
Public Works: $3.0M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $2.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0182 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 55.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($22,127,389) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($1.018200 per $100 valuation) for FLORENCE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$22.1M
General Fund
$14.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.9M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$19,669
Public Safety: $0.3M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $8.6M (39%)
Public Works: $2.8M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0182 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+5.5% YoYFreedom Score: 55.2 (D)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($21,379,120) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($1.104200 per $100 valuation) for FLORENCE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$21.4M
General Fund
$14.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.9M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$19,004
Public Safety: $0.3M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $8.6M (40%)
Public Works: $2.8M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1042 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+5.0% YoYFreedom Score: 55.5 (D)• Adopted Sep 4, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for FLORENCE ISD (Williamson County) totaling $20,260,728. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.1065 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$20.3M
General Fund
$13.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.7M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$18,010
Public Safety: $0.2M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $8.2M (40%)
Public Works: $2.7M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1065 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.6% YoYFreedom Score: 55.6 (D)• Adopted Sep 4, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for FLORENCE ISD (Williamson County) totaling $19,286,747. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.2919 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$19.3M
General Fund
$13.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.5M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$17,144
Public Safety: $0.2M (1%)
Instruction & Teachers: $7.8M (40%)
Public Works: $2.6M (13%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2919 / $100
Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$22.88M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.2MPer Capita: $20,338Tax Rate: $1.0182Freedom: 54.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2026$22.13M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.5MPer Capita: $19,669Tax Rate: $1.0182Freedom: 55.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2025$21.38M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.5MPer Capita: $19,004Tax Rate: $1.1042Freedom: 55.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2024$20.26M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.7MPer Capita: $18,010Tax Rate: $1.1065Freedom: 55.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$19.29M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.0MPer Capita: $17,144Tax Rate: $1.2919Freedom: 55.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$18.62M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.6MPer Capita: $16,551Tax Rate: $1.1238Freedom: 55.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$17.62M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.9MPer Capita: $15,660Tax Rate: $1.1474Freedom: 56.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$16.99M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.5MPer Capita: $15,099Tax Rate: $1.171495Freedom: 56.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$16.26M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.0MPer Capita: $14,451Tax Rate: $1.184381Freedom: 56.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$15.39M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.4MPer Capita: $13,681Tax Rate: $1.203331Freedom: 56.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$14.78M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.0MPer Capita: $13,137Tax Rate: $1.211754Freedom: 56.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$14.07M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.5MPer Capita: $12,508Tax Rate: $1.214178Freedom: 57.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$13.45M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $11,958Tax Rate: $1.219035Freedom: 57.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$12.80M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.7MPer Capita: $11,381Tax Rate: $1.221473Freedom: 57.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$12.14M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.2MPer Capita: $10,795Tax Rate: $1.220252Freedom: 57.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$11.54M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.8MPer Capita: $10,258Tax Rate: $1.225133Freedom: 58.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$10.94M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.4MPer Capita: $9,722Tax Rate: $1.236159Freedom: 58.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2010$10.55M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.1MPer Capita: $9,380Tax Rate: $1.232451Freedom: 58.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2009$10.11M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.8MPer Capita: $8,991Tax Rate: $1.234916Freedom: 58.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2008$9.72M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.6MPer Capita: $8,644Tax Rate: $1.229976Freedom: 58.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2007$9.29M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.3MPer Capita: $8,258Tax Rate: $1.226286Freedom: 59.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2006$8.96M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $7,966Tax Rate: $1.236096Freedom: 59.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2005$8.55M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.8MPer Capita: $7,602Tax Rate: $1.233624Freedom: 59.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2004$8.20M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.5MPer Capita: $7,286Tax Rate: $1.239792Freedom: 59.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2003$7.90M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.3MPer Capita: $7,018Tax Rate: $1.24971Freedom: 59.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2002$7.57M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.1MPer Capita: $6,733Tax Rate: $1.247211Freedom: 60 (D)
Official PDFFY 2001$7.24M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.9MPer Capita: $6,438Tax Rate: $1.257189Freedom: 60.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$6.89M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.7MPer Capita: $6,122Tax Rate: $1.253417Freedom: 60.5 (C)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Order No. 2023-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2024 (2023–2024) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2022-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2022 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2022-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2023 (2022–2023) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2021 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2021-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2022 (2021–2022) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2020 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2019-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2019 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2019 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2019-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2020 (2019–2020) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2018 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2017-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2017 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2017 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2017-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2018 (2017–2018) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2016 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2015-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2015 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2015 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2015-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2016 (2015–2016) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2014 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2013-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2013 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2013 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2013-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2014 (2013–2014) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for FLORENCE ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2012 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2011-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2011 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for FLORENCE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2011 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (10)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03
May 2025 FLORENCE ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 145 (18.9% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 2
Jt Atkinson WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 7
Jeff Stone WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 6
Charles Giddens WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 5
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 3
Jason Earp WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 4
Pete Burson WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)Trustee, Place 1
Ed Navarette WINNER
100.0% (127 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2024-05-04
FLORENCE ISD 2024 May Uniform Election
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 130 (17.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
56.0% (73 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
44.0% (57 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2022-05-07
FLORENCE ISD 2022 May Uniform Election
Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
Proposition 1 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 1: School Building
Authorized Debt: $42.8M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $42,750,000 in bond obligations for School Building....
Proposition 2 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 2: Athletic Facilities Improvements
Authorized Debt: $6.6M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $6,570,000 in bond obligations for Athletic Facilities Improvements....
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
65.0% (78 votes)Michael R. Vance
35.0% (42 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
58.0% (70 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
42.0% (50 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 168 (22.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
61.0% (102 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
39.0% (66 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 161 (21.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
67.0% (108 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
33.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 199 (26.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
72.0% (143 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
28.0% (56 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 FLORENCE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 176 (23.0% of 765 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (At-Large)
Anthony Deaugustineo WINNER
65.0% (114 votes)Michael R. Vance
35.0% (62 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (327)
Showing Top 15 • Search All Meeting Dockets →2026-10-19 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from FLORENCE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to order and establish quorum of the board of directors2: Public comments from district residents and customers3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior board meeting, monthly financial reports, and check register4: Review and accept district engineer's report on water, sewer, drainage, and infrastructure facilities5: Consider and award district maintenance, construction, and equipment service contracts6: Consider district operator's monthly report, utility connection authorizations, and regulatory compliance filings7: Consider resolutions regarding district policies, rate orders, and administrative authorizations8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Open Meetings Act2026-10-19 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from FLORENCE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Pete BursonII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: J.T. AtkinsonIV: RecognitionsIV.A: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to Mrs. Heather Bowman for being recognized as the FISD Teacher of the Month for August. From her nomination: "Mrs. Bowman went above and beyond to help set our team up for a successful start to the school year. Before we even returned to campus, she thoughtfully prepared and organized important resourceV: Public Hearing2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from FLORENCE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Anthony DeAugustineoII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Ed NavaretteIV: Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly AvrittIV.A: Student Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to Dixie Bradford who earned second place in the state on her agriscience fair project in the Environmental Services/Natural Resources Division I. She just completed 8th grade and we can't wait to watch all of her success at FHS. Congratulations to Mackenzie Atkinson, Cooper McAnelly, Aaley Ramirez, and IV.B: Staff Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: A special congratulations to FES 3rd grade teacher Janna Jackson for being named the Region 13 Elementary Teacher of the Year. Each year, all 53 school districts and 27 charter schools are invited to nominate both an elementary teacher of the year and a secondary teacher of the year. Janna was recognized as the top elemen2026-07-20 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Tim MarfellII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Jason EarpIV: RecognitionsV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a transVI: Superintendent Report2026-07-06 • SPECIAL SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I: Call To Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by lawII: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionII.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Employment of a Director of Special Education and Federal Programs Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Three candidates were interviewed, and one candidate will be presented for approval.II.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the Employment of an Instructional Coach for Florence Middle School Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Two candidates were interviewed for this position and one candidate will be presented for approval.II.C: Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution to Approve an Engagement Letter with Leon, Alcala, Morse & Reynolds, PLLC to Serve as Bond Counsel, a Law Firm with Substantial Experience Serving as Bond Counsel; Finding that Such Services are Specialized and Cannot be Adequately Performed by District Personnel or Other Counsel and that a Contingency Fee Contract is in the Best Interest of II.D: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Engagement Letter with Leon, Alcala, Morse & Reynolds, PLLC Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This item is only to be approved if a VATRE only is being considered. Attachments: ( 1 ) Florence ISD November 2026 VATRE Bond Election - Engagement Letter (VATRE Only) 7/6/2026 at 10:34 AMIII: Superintendent Report Presenter: Rick KirkpatrickIII.A: Discussion Regarding Three Year Budget Projections and Possible Means to Address Deficits Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: Mr. Kirkpatrick will lead a discussion focused on the three-year projected budget deficit, provide more details on a possible Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election, and discuss a possible bond package to refinance the Maintenance Tax Note to the Interest and Sinking2026-06-15 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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VI: Superintendent ReportI: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Charlie GiddensII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: JT AtkinsonIV: RecognitionsV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a trans2026-06-08 • SPECIAL SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I: Call To Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by lawII: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionII.A: FISD Board of Trustees Team of Eight Training Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Terry Smith Description: As required by the Texas Administrative Code, the Board of Trustees and the Superintendent will participate in three hours of team-building. Dr. Terry Smith from ESC 13 will serve as the trainer for this session.III: Adjournment2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Pete BursonII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Jason EarpIV: RecognitionsIV.A: Student Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: What a year. Tonight we are recognizing students from across campuses and extra-curricular and co-curricular activities for their exemplary performance in their respective competitions. Congratulations to the 8th Grade Boys Tennis Team for winning the district championship. This marks the fourth district championship for the 8th grade bIV.B: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to Mrs. Tess Gill for being selected as the FISD Teacher of the Month. From her nomination: Since joining our campus, she has jumped in with both feet and fully committed herself to helping our students grow academically and personally. She brings a tremendous level of energy, professionalism, and purpos2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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XI: Action Taken from Closed SessionI: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Anthony DeAugustineoII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Ed NavaretteIV: Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly AvrittIV.A: Student Recognition Description: Congratulations to the 8th Grade Boys Football Team for winning the district championship this year. We had to wait until now to recognize them because many of them were involved in basketball as well and could not attend a board meeting. These athletes gave their all this year and were rewarded with the District Championship. Congratulations to the 8th Grade Boys 2026-04-01 • SPECIAL SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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III: AdjournmentI: Call To Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by lawII: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionII.A: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Out-of-State Trip for the Superintendent Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: I have been invited to attend the Innovamat SUMA Summit in Mexico City, Mexico, from April 21–25. The summit is for educational leaders from the US and Mexico designed to be transformative, guiding participants from reflection to action while expanding their strategic vII.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Employ an Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: A committee comprised of two parents, the high school and middle school principal, the assistant superintendent, the superintendent, and two FISD board members interviewed seven candidates in the first round of interviews on Monday, March 23. Following those interviews,2026-03-23 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Charlie GiddensII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Jeff StoneIV: RecognitionsIV.A: Student Recognitions Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to the members of the Buffalo Band who advanced to the UIL Solo and Ensemble State Contest: Braeden Seaboch - Flute Solo Jane Gower - Percussion Solo Saxophone Quartet — Betsy Bradford, Anna Castillo, Aaron Williams, and Esperanza Tapp Brass Quintet - Celeste Bradford, Cristopher Gomez, Sebastian Gomez, IV.B: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: Congratulations to Mrs. Jessica Kuehne for being selected as the FISD Teacher of the Month. From her nomination: Mrs. Kuehne is the embodiment of selflessnes and dedication, making her a truly deserving choice for Teacher of the Month. Whether she is going above and beyond to help a student reach their full potential or2026-02-23 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: Call to Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.II: Pledges of Allegiance Presenter: Ed NavaretteII.A: United States Pledge Description: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."II.B: Texas Pledge Description: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."III: Invocation Presenter: Jason EarpIV: RecognitionsIV.A: Teacher of the Month Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick/Dr. Kelly Avritt Description: FISD Teacher of the Month is Destiny Noles from Florence Elementary School. From her nomination: "Ms. Noles is recognized for her incredible dedication, strong work ethic, and unwavering commitment to our students. She shows up every single day ready to give her best, embraces change with a positive and growth-minded atV: Public Comment Description: The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a trans2026-02-02 • SPECIAL SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I: Call To Order Description: Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by lawII: Executive Session; Government Code §551.074 Presenter: Rick KirkpatrickII.A: Superintendent Performance EvaluationII.B: Superintendent Contract ReviewIII: Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate ActionIII.A: Consideration and Possible Action on Amending the Superintendent's Contract Presenter: Ed Navarette Description: If the Board of Trustees desires to amend the Superintendent's contract, a motion will be made detailing the changes.III.B: Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Agreement to Conduct Joint Elections Between Florence ISD and the City of Florence Presenter: Rick Kirkpatrick Description: This is the final election agreement required. This agreement establishes a common election day polling location. Attachments: ( 1 ) JOINT ELECTION AGREEMENT w CITY01860320260123152822 1/23/2026 at 3:29 PMIV: Adjournment2026-01-19 • REGULAR SESSION
FLORENCE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate