During a recent government meeting, the Board of Education welcomed Kristen Salagy as the new Administrator of Student Growth Assessment and Federal and State Grants, effective July 1, 2024. Sarah Fairman, the Director of Secondary Education, introduced Salagy, highlighting her extensive experience in data assessment and grant management, particularly from her previous role in Troy. Salagy, an Oakland University alumna, expressed her excitement about joining the district and collaborating with new colleagues.

The meeting also included a public hearing on the adoption of the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget and tax rates, led by Candice Moynihan, the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations. Moynihan emphasized the legal requirement for the annual public hearing in June to establish tax rates and review the budget. The board members were encouraged to follow along with the presentation on their laptops as the discussion progressed.

The meeting concluded with a call for public comments regarding the budget and tax rates, although no submissions were received. The board's decisions and discussions during this meeting are crucial as they set the financial framework for the upcoming fiscal year.