NISD Called Board Meeting 7-7-2026

The Northside Independent School District (NISD) Board of Trustees held a called meeting on July 7, 2026, primarily focused on financial and budgetary matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the presentation and approval of a FICA alternative plan affecting substitute and temporary employees, with the plan set to roll out in August for the new school year. The board also reviewed preliminary budget planning details, including property tax schedules, child nutrition, debt service budgets, and bond capacity scenarios ranging from $450 million to $915 million, which will influence future capital improvement projects. The board discussed the timeline for budget adoption and bond election scheduling, emphasizing the need for additional meetings to finalize decisions. Additionally, policy updates related to superintendent non-renewal, employee recognition, and student welfare were presented for first reading, with no immediate action taken. The meeting concluded with administrative appointments approved in closed session and an update on the interim superintendent search process.