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The McAllen school board on Dec. 11 voted to use monies from the recently passed Voter Approved Tax Rate Election, or VATRE, to provide more compensation to district staff.
In a news release, the district said the VATRE will generate $5.2 million in additional funding for 2023-24, which will be used for additional compensation, longevity pay and a stipend.
“Later this month, all eligible employees (based on tiered years of service) will receive a one-time longevity pay,” a news release stated. “In addition, all eligible employees (full-time employees as of Nov. 30) will receive a VATRE stipend.”
Later this month, eligible employees will receive a one-time longevity pay and all employees who are full time as of Nov. 30, will receive a VATRE stipend.
In January, there will be a 1.5% annual pay for teachers and librarians that equates to $855 and a 1% retroactive pay for non-exempt employees, according to the release.
“Safety and security will be covered by a new Safety and Facilities Enhancement Grant the district received for $3.4 million. There is also the possibility of additional state aid in future legislative sessions,” the release stated.
The district said that while staff will see a raise, taxpayers will see a tax decrease for 2023-2024.
