CISD Regular Board Meeting - June 23, 2026

The Canutillo ISD Regular Board Meeting held on June 23, 2026, focused extensively on the district's budget proposals and financial management. Key procurement-related discussions included the presentation and approval of a balanced general fund budget of $65.5 million, a $17 million debt service fund budget for bond payments and capital improvements, and a $5.7 million child nutrition fund budget. The board reviewed budget allocations, including a $750,000 investment for student device refresh, and discussed the impact of declining enrollment and property tax recapture on revenues. Additionally, the board approved moving forward with negotiations for RFP 2027 series 046 to select Aetna as the vendor for self-funded medical, pharmacy benefit management, and related insurance services, despite concerns raised about employee satisfaction with current health plans. The meeting also included final acceptance and payment approval for the Reyes Elementary School HVAC and safety/security project with Presidio, noting project savings and warranty terms. Board members emphasized the importance of maintaining adequate funding for personnel, campus operations, and transportation services, and requested increased involvement of campus personnel in future insurance vendor evaluations.