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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Zapata County, TX
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD
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Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 75.2/100
Statewide Rank: #1308 in Texas • Tier Rank: #241 (TIER 4 SMALL)
Fiscal Restraint
74.7/100
Regulatory Restraint
88/100
Debt Burden
58/100
Population / Scale
3,205
Property Tax Rate
$0.9172
per $100 valuationOperating Budget
N/A
Outstanding Debt
$15.7M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
DS
Dora Sendejo
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
EJ
E Joel Garcia
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
JR
Jose Ramirez, Iii
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
LG
Luis Guevara
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
MG
Manuel Gonzalez, Jr
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
MM
Mariselva Martinez
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
MM
Martha Morales
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
rgtrevino@zcisd.org
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (5 Fiscal Years)
FY 2026 ADOPTEDZAPATA COUNTY ISD FY 2026 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2026 operating and debt service budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees totaling $7.80M. Direct instructional expenditures account for $4.91M (63% of overall budget) prioritizing classroom teachers and curriculum. Debt service requirements of $1.33M service voter-approved school construction bonds. Total school tax rate: $1.0400 per $100 valuation.
Total Appropriation
$7.8M
General Fund
$6.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.3M
Per Capita
$2,432
Instruction & Teachers: $4.9M (63%)
Public Works: $0.9M (11%)
Administration: $0.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9587 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTEDZAPATA COUNTY ISD FY 2025 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2025 operating and debt service budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees totaling $7.39M. Direct instructional expenditures account for $4.66M (63% of overall budget) prioritizing classroom teachers and curriculum. Debt service requirements of $1.26M service voter-approved school construction bonds. Total school tax rate: $1.0300 per $100 valuation.
Total Appropriation
$7.4M
General Fund
$6.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$16.8M
Per Capita
$2,306
Instruction & Teachers: $4.7M (63%)
Public Works: $0.8M (11%)
Administration: $0.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9172 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTEDZAPATA COUNTY ISD FY 2024 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2024 operating and debt service budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees totaling $7.03M. Direct instructional expenditures account for $4.43M (63% of overall budget) prioritizing classroom teachers and curriculum. Debt service requirements of $1.20M service voter-approved school construction bonds. Total school tax rate: $1.0200 per $100 valuation.
Total Appropriation
$7.0M
General Fund
$5.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.2M
Per Capita
$2,194
Instruction & Teachers: $4.4M (63%)
Public Works: $0.8M (11%)
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9587 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTEDZAPATA COUNTY ISD FY 2023 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2023 operating and debt service budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees totaling $6.51M. Direct instructional expenditures account for $4.10M (63% of overall budget) prioritizing classroom teachers and curriculum. Debt service requirements of $1.11M service voter-approved school construction bonds. Total school tax rate: $1.0000 per $100 valuation.
Total Appropriation
$6.5M
General Fund
$5.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.1M
Per Capita
$2,031
Instruction & Teachers: $4.1M (63%)
Public Works: $0.7M (11%)
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9587 / $100
FY 2022 ADOPTEDZAPATA COUNTY ISD FY 2022 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2022 operating and debt service budget for ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees totaling $6.06M. Direct instructional expenditures account for $3.82M (63% of overall budget) prioritizing classroom teachers and curriculum. Debt service requirements of $1.03M service voter-approved school construction bonds. Total school tax rate: $0.9900 per $100 valuation.
Total Appropriation
$6.1M
General Fund
$5.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$22.8M
Per Capita
$1,892
Instruction & Teachers: $3.8M (63%)
Public Works: $0.7M (11%)
Administration: $0.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9896 / $100
Active Code of Ordinances (0)
Meeting Dockets & Agendas (13)
2026-10-07 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Administrative Reports Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1: Presentation and Discussion by Dr. Alma G. Perez Regarding Proposed Legacy Initiative. Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.2: Presentation and Discussion on Special Education Instructional Improvement Plan Presenter: Dr. Yesenia GarciaC.3: Presentation and Discussion Regarding School Library Materials Proposed for Procurement Presenter: Ana M. Gonzalez / Crisella G. DelgadoC.4: Presentation and Discussion Regarding the Appointment of an AI Risk Officer. Presenter: Connie GrayC.5: Presentation and Discussion on Technology Updates: Access Control Network and Wireless Access Points (E-Rate and Non-E-Rate) Security Bus Camera Upgrade Surveillance Camera Upgrade Cybersecurity Devices Presenter: Connie GrayC.6: Presentation and Discussion on the 2026-2027 Alignment Initiative Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.7: Presentation and Discussion Regarding District Policies and Review Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezD: Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-09-23 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Students5: B. Recognitions6: B.1. Student Recognitions Presenter: Clyde GuerraC: Public CommentsC.1: Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits asD: CommunicationsD.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta Treviño12: E. Consent Items13: E.1. Approval of the Minutes for the Special Called Board Meeting, held on August 10, 2026; Special Called Board Meeting held on August 18, 2026, and the Public Hearing and Regular Board Meeting held on August 25, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez14: F. Administrative Reports15: F.1. Finance Update A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for August 2026 E: Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez16: F.2. District Financial Overview Tax Report for August 2026 Fund Balance and Financial Position as of August 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez17: F.3. Presentation and Discussion on Technology Updates Access Control Network and Wireless Access Points (E-Rate and Non E-Rate) Bus Camera Upgrade Legacy Surveillance Camera Upgrade Mobile Phone Carrier Transition Staff Devices Presenter: Connie Gray18: G. Action Items19: G.1. Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Budget Amendment BA26-07-01 Presenter: Michelle Martinez20: G.2. Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $25,000 and/or Fund Balance Expenditures OF26-27-02 Presenter: Michelle Martinez21: G.3. Consideration and Possible Action to Ratify the Transfer of General Operating Funds to Restore Activity Fund Balances Presenter: Michelle Martinez22: G.4. Approval of 2026-2027 T-TESS Appraisers (Additional) Presenter: Ana Mariela Gonzalez23: H. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, II: Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III25: J. District Communications September 25, 2026 - Home Game with Orange Grove @ 7:00 PM October 2, 2026 - Professional Development / Student Holiday October 7, 2026 - Board Workshop @ 5:30 PM October 14, 2026 - Hawkfest Parade @ 6:30 PM October 14, 2026 - Hawkfest @ 7:30 PM October 16, 2026 - Homecoming Game with Valley View @ 7:00 PM October 23, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting @ 5:30 PM Present26: K. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-09-09 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Administrative Reports Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1: State of the District Discussion Presenter: Dr. Roberta R. TrevinoC.2: Facilities Update Presenter: Pedro MoralesC.3: Attendance Matters Presentation and Discussion Presenter: Nancy GuerreroC.4: Financial Management Presenter: Michelle MartinezC.5: Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Update - Data Capture, Data Submission, and Application Expansion Presenter: Ana Mariela Martinez GonzalezD: Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
C.1: Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits asD: Communications1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Students5: B. Recognitions6: B.1. Student Recognitions Presenter: Clyde Guerra, Jr.C: Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta Treviño12: E. Consent Items13: E.1. Approval of the Minutes for the Special Called Board Meeting, Board Workshop held on July 16, 2026, and the Public Hearing, Regular Board Meeting held on July 28, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez14: F. Administrative Reports33: H.1. Discussion and Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding the 2026 School Safety and Security Audit Summary of Findings. Presenter: Clyde Guerra, Jr.I: Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III15: F.1. Finance Reports A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for July 2026 E. Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez16: F.2. District Financial Overview Quarterly Investment Report for 2nd Quarter 2026 Tax Report for July 2026 Fund Balance and Financial Position as of July 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez17: F.3. 2026 A-F Accountability System Update Presenter: Ana M. Gonzalez18: G. Action Items19: G.1. Action: Approval of Attendance Awareness Month Proclamation - September 2026 Presenter: Nancy Guerrero20: G.2. Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Budget Amendment BA25-26-06 Presenter: Michelle Martinez21: G.3. Discussion/ Possible Action: Approval of 2026-2027 Budget Presenter: Michelle Martinez22: G.4. Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Classification of Fund Balance for the 2026-2027 School Year A: Committed Fund Balance B: Assigned Fund Balance Presenter: Michelle Martinez23: G.5. Action: Adoption of 2026 Tax Rate by Resolution Presenter: Michelle Martinez24: G.6. Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $25,000 and/or Fund Balance Expenditures OF26-27-01 Presenter: Michelle Martinez25: G.7. Approval to Extend the Contract to Auction Surplus District Property Presenter: Pedro Morales26: G.8. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Agreement between the District and BSN Sporting Goods. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez27: G.9. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding Zapata County Independent School District and Council for Educational Excellence (CEE) Institutions of Higher Education College Prep Mathematics and English Language Arts Courses Presenter: Ana M. Gonzalez28: G.10. Approval of a Service Shared Agreement Between the District and Laredo Independent School District's Regional Day School for the Deaf Presenter: Dr. Yesenia Garcia29: G.11. Approval of the 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct Presenter: Clyde Guerra, Jr.30: G.12. Approval of Adjunct Faculty Agreement Between the District and 4H. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez31: G.13. Approval of Resolution Regarding Extracurricular Status of 4-H Organization Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez32: H. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074/551.076 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ra35: J. District Communications September 10, 2026 - Board Workshop Meeting September 18 & 21, 2026 - 1st Six Weeks Break September 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III36: K. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1.a: Hearing: Public Hearing in Regards to the 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Presenter: Michelle MartinezC.2: Public Comments in Regards to 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Presenter: Michelle Martinez2026-08-18 • SPECIAL SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Action ItemsD: Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.1: Conduct Annual Evaluation of Superintendent Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III8: E. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III9: E.1. Action Regarding Annual Evaluation of Superintendent Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III10: F. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-08-10 • SPECIAL SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Action ItemsC.1: Discussion and Possible Action on the Approval of an Order Calling an Election to be Held November 3, 2026, for the Purpose of Electing Board Trustees to Single Member Districts 2, 5, and One At-Large Position. Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezD: Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.1: Discussion and Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding Updates to Compensation Plan Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III9: E. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III10: E.1. Discussion/Action Updates to District Compensation Plan11: F. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
D: Communications1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Students5: B. Recognitions6: B.1. Student Recognitions Presenter: Clyde GuerraC: Public CommentsC.1: Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits asD.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta Treviño12: E. Consent Items13: E.1. Approval of the Minutes for the Special Called Board Meeting, Board Workshop held on June 9, 2026, and the Regular Board Meeting held on June 16, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez14: F. Administrative Reports15: F.1. Finance Reports A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for June 2026 E. Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez16: F.2. District Financial Overview Presenter: Michelle Martinez17: G. Action Items18: G.1. Approval of Budget Amendment BA25-26-05 General Operating Fund Presenter: Michelle Martinez19: G.2. Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $25,000 and/or Fund Balance Expenditures OF25-26-10 Presenter: Michelle Martinez20: G.3. Approval of Certification of Taxable Values for FY2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez21: G.4. Consideration for the Board to decide on Public Meeting date, time, and place to discuss proposed 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Presenter: Michelle Martinez22: G.5. Consider and approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008 as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Texas Legislative Session) Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez23: G.6. Memorandum of Understanding between Zapata County and Zapata County ISD for Board Elections. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez24: G.7. Approval of 2026-2027 T-TESS Calendar Presenter: Ana Mariela Martinez Gonzalez25: G.8. Approval of 2026-2027 T-TESS Appraisers Presenter: Ana Mariela Martinez Gonzalez26: G.9. Approval of the 2026-2027 District Compensation and Benefits Plan Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez27: G.10. Approval of the 2026-2027 Stipend Plan Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez28: H. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, II: Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III30: J. District Communications July 28-30, 2026 - New Teacher Orientation August 3-7, 2026 - Professional Development/Student Holiday August 5, 2026 - Convocation @ 10:30 AM August 6, 2026 - Board Workshop Meeting @ 5:30 PM August 10, 2026 - First Day of School August 18, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting @ 5:30 PM Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III31: K. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-07-16 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriat1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC: Administrative Reports Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1: Presentation and Update on Staffing Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.2: Presentation on Proposed Compensation Plan for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.3: 2026-2027 Budget Workshop No. 6 Presenter: Michelle MartinezD: Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-07-16 • SPECIAL SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
C: Action ItemsC.1: Approval to Open the Position of Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC.2: Approval to Open the Position of School Licensed Psychologist (LSP) for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.3: Consideration and Approval of the Transfer of Ownership of Grant-Funded Laptop Computers to Eligible Graduating Students Participating in the Methodist Healthcare Ministries (MHM Grant) "Making Learning Accessible: A Tech Initiative." Presenter: Michelle MartinezD: Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.1: Discussion and Consultation with Counsel Regarding the Superintendent's Recommendation for the Appointment of Assistant Principals at District Campuses Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezD.2: Discussion and Consultation with legal counsel regarding school board member boundary maps prepared by Zonda, Inc. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez12: E. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III13: E.1. Approval of the Superintendent's Recommendation for the Appointment of Assistant Principals at District Campuses Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez14: F. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Employee5: B. Public Comments6: B.1. Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limiC: CommunicationsC.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta TreviñoD: Consent ItemsD.1: Approval of the Minutes for the Board Workshop, Special Called Board Meeting held on May 4, 2026, Special Called Board Meeting held on May 14, 2026, and the Regular Board Meeting held on May 21, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez12: E. Administrative Reports13: E.1. Finance Reports A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for May 2026 E. Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez14: E.2. District Financial Overview Presenter: Michelle Martinez15: E.3. Presentation and report of 2025-2026 Optional Flexible School Day Program (OFSDP) Presenter: Lauro Garza16: F. Action Items17: F.1. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Budget Amendment BA25-26-04 Presenter: Michelle Martinez18: F.2. Consider and Approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89 th Texas Legislative Session). Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez19: F.3. Consideration and Approval to Solicit Request for Proposal for ZMS Gymnasium Presenter: Pedro Morales20: F.4. Consideration and Approval of the 2026-2027 Optional Flexible School Day Program Application Presenter: Lauro Garza21: F.5. Approval of the Disposal of Out-of-Adoption Instructional Materials Presenter: Ana M. Gonzalez/Crisella G. Delgado22: G. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, I23: G.1. Discussion and Consultation with Counsel Regarding Zonda, Inc. Proposal Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez24: H. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIII: District Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III26: J. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-06-09 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Administrative Reports Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIIC.1: Presentation and Discussion Regarding District’s Compliance with Texas Education Code Sections 39.0089, 11.005 (c ), and 28.002 (h) as Required by Senate Bill 12 Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.2: Presentation and Discussion on Student Field Trip Travel Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.3: Presentation and Discussion on Donations Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.4: Presentation and Discussion on District Facilities Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezC.5: 2026-2027 Budget Workshop No. 5 Presenter: Michelle MartinezD: Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-06-09 • SPECIAL SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: B. Public Comments4: B.1. In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits as appropriatC: Administrative ReportsD: Action ItemsD.1: Discussion and Possible Action regarding District Record Collected Data and Information Regarding Seat Belts in District-Owned and Contracted Buses for the Purpose of Fulfilling Reporting Requirements Under the SB 546 Seat Belt Study Presenter: Pedro M. MoralesD.2: Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Approval of TASB Update 127 to Board Policy. Presenter: Rogelio N. GonzalezD.3: Approval of Contracts/Purchases over $25,000 and/or Fund Balance Expenditures OF25-26-09 Presenter: Michelle MartinezD.4: Approval to reclassify the position of Payroll Specialist PG6 on the administrative technical table to Accounting Associate PG3 under the administrative / professional table. Presenter: Rogelio N. Gonzalez11: E. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, I12: E.1. Discussion Regarding the Recommendation for Assistant Principal Position Presenter: Dr. Roberta R. Trevino13: F. Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III14: F.1. Discussion and possible action to adopt a Resolution dedicating and naming the Zapata High School Auditorium, “The Nelly E. Cuellar-Garcia Performing Arts Auditorium” in Accordance with CW (Local)15: F.2. Approval Regarding the Recommendation for Assistant Principal Position Presenter: Dr. Roberta R. Trevino16: G. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III2026-05-21 • REGULAR SESSION
ZAPATA COUNTY ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from ZAPATA COUNTY ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: A. First Order of Business2: A.1. Roll Call and Acknowledgment of Quorum Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III3: A.2. Invocation Presenter: ZCISD Employee4: A.3. Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag Presenter: ZCISD Students5: B. Recognitions6: B.1. Student Recognitions: ZHS Baseball ZHS Softball ZHS and ZMS Golf ZHS Spring Tennis ZHS & ZMS Track ZHS UIL Academics ZHS OAP Presenter: Clyde GuerraC: Public CommentsC.1: Public Comments In accordance with Board Policy BED, at all regular Board meetings, public comment shall be limited to items on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. No presentation shall exceed three minutes, except that presentations by non-English speakers who require a translator shall not exceed six minutes. The presiding officer of the meeting may modify or waive these time limits asD: CommunicationsD.1: Board Communications Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, IIID.2: Superintendent's Report Presenter: Dr. Roberta Treviño12: E. Consent Items13: E.1. Approval of the Minutes for the Board Workshop held on April 9, 2026, and the Regular Board Meeting held on April 23, 2026 Presenter: Michelle Martinez14: F. Administrative Reports15: F.1. Finance Reports A: 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program B: 2025-2026 General Operating Fund C: 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund D: Bill, Claims, and Accounts for April 2026 E. Donation Report Presenter: Delissa Gutierrez16: F.2. District Performance & Financial Overview Presenter: Michelle Martinez17: F.3. Presentation on Student Athletic Handbook Presenter: David Porras18: G. Action Items19: G.1. Approval of 2025-2026 Curriculum Writing and Summer School Rates Presenter: Michelle Martinez20: H. Discussion: CLOSED SESSION: The Board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071/551.074 , consultation with legal counsel and deliberations regarding recent appointments, employment, evaluations, reassignments, duties, discipline, and dismissal of employees. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, II: Action: OPEN SESSION: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session. Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III22: J. District Communications May 25, 2026 - Holiday (Memorial Day) May 29, 2026 - Graduation @ 7:00 PM June 9, 2026 - Board Workshop @ 5:30 PM Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III23: K. Adjournment Presenter: Jose M. Ramirez, III