NISD Board Meeting 7-28-2026

The Northside Independent School District (NISD) Board Meeting held on July 28, 2026, focused extensively on procurement and budgetary matters related to upcoming bond projects and fiscal year 2027 budget planning. Key procurement discussions included the approval of Amendment Number Two to the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract for the Holmes High School cafeteria, kitchen, gym, and locker room replacement project, totaling approximately $57.4 million. The board also reviewed an efficiency audit report highlighting the district's fiscal management and resource utilization compared to peer districts. Additionally, the board discussed the public notice of intent to apply for federal grants, including the COPS Hiring Grant and School Violence Prevention Grant, both aimed at supporting school safety and security. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to deliberations on bond propositions, including a motion to remove the $24.5 million outdoor learning center from the bond package, which passed with a 6-1 vote. The board approved the remaining bond propositions (A through D) and discussed the tight timeline for publishing tax rate notices and calling the bond election. Other procurement-related topics included the district's debt management plan, cash defeasance procedures, and the need for a comprehensive facilities master plan, which was noted to require approximately two and a half years to develop. The meeting concluded with motions approving school appointments and an interim superintendent agreement.