Development News for Bryan, Texas

Brian ISD Approves 2026-2027 Budget with Deficit, Compensation Plan, and Property Sale

The board reviewed the proposed 2026-2027 fiscal year budget, which projects a deficit of up to $3.3 million. This budget includes a proposed compensation plan with a $500 one-time stipend for full-time employees, reinstatement of the bus driver attendance incentive, implementation of the teacher step, and a $1,000 increase to the starting teacher salary, totaling approximately $2.2 million. The board also approved a general fund budget amendment to recognize additional revenue from a property value audit and adjust functional areas based on yearend projections. Additionally, the board approved a renewal and purchase for the district's telecommunications system and related software, including Parent Square calling, funded by the 2020 bond. Finally, the board approved a contract with E3 Integral Solutions for engineering services related to mechanical piping projects at multiple schools, funded by the 2020 bond, and a separate contract for similar services for chilled water and hot water piping replacements. The board also approved the sale of district-owned property at 2009 State Highway 21 East for $375,000.