The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the 2026-27 fiscal year budget at its June 22 meeting.
The $104.8 million General Fund budget, less recapture, allocates 84 percent of expenditures to payroll for nearly 1,300 district employees. The remaining 16 percent of the budget will support classroom supplies, utilities, professional development, transportation, safety, travel, and contracted services.
Prior to the regular meeting agenda, Chief Financial Officer Randy Rau presented an overview of the proposed budget and conducted a public hearing. A recording of the presentation can be viewed here.
In January 2026, the Board of Trustees adopted budget parameters to guide development of the 2026-27 budget. The process included months of planning and collaboration with district campuses and departments. Budget workshops were held on March 30, May 11, and June 15 and were open to the public.
The Board of Trustees approved a new Teacher Compensation Scale and 1% pay increase for returning employees at its May 18 meeting.
The tax rate for the 2026-27 fiscal year will be adopted by the Board of Trustees in September.