Regular Board Meeting | August 10, 2026

The Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District Board of Trustees held a regular board meeting on August 10, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions focused on the approval of a voter approval tax rate election (VADER) and a bond election to fund district maintenance, operations, and capital improvement projects. The board approved an 11.61% increase in the property tax rate to support the 2026-2027 budgets and authorized calling a voter approval tax rate election and a bond election, with the bond package including propositions for building renovations, transportation, technology upgrades, stadium facilities, and swimming facilities. The bond election is structured with multiple propositions allowing voters to approve or reject individual components. The board also approved various contracts and agreements related to district operations, including interlocal contracts and affiliation agreements with universities and health centers. Public comments reflected community concerns and support regarding tax increases, bond amounts, and district funding needs. The meeting concluded with a closed session for legal advice.