CISD Special Board Meeting - February 16, 2026

The Canutillo Independent School District (CISD) held a special board meeting on February 16, 2026, primarily focused on budget discussions and personnel matters. The board reviewed a detailed budget workshop presentation highlighting the district's declining student enrollment, projected revenue impacts, and the effects of property tax increases and state funding formulas. The district anticipates a $3.3 million loss due to enrollment decline but also projects additional revenue from increased property values and a recent land sale. The board discussed the importance of maintaining a balanced budget without relying on land sales and considered increasing the fund balance target from 60 to 90 days for fiscal prudence. Personnel actions included approving the employment and compensation terms for a Deputy Superintendent and an Executive Director of Communications, with motions passed to approve these positions. Additionally, the board authorized administration to proceed with a letter of intent for the potential sale of district-owned property at 7311 Bosser Road to El Paso County, with unanimous board approval.