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Financial report: The board approved the financial report as of Feb. 28 showing Citizens State Bank checking $2,198,157.02; money market $12,288.60; Fund 46 $59.71; suicide-prevention $5,287.56; referendum balance $439,639.86; total balance $2,655,432.75. A motion to approve the financial report was moved and seconded; the board approved the report by voice vote.

Consent agenda: The board approved the consent agenda by voice vote (motion and second on the record; no opposition recorded).

Shared services with CISA (regional cooperative services): The board approved renewal of required cooperative services (CSA administration, cooperative bidding and delivery service) and several instructional-support renewals, resulting in a net decrease of roughly $5,000 from the prior year after dropping a small number of items. Jeff moved and Dave seconded; the board approved the shared-services contract by voice vote.

Policy: The board approved the second reading of policy 361.2 (library material selection). The board also discussed a set of first-reading policy templates to be added from the Policy Resource Guide and plans to proceed with additional policy reviews over coming months; motion for the second reading carried by voice vote.

Closed session: The board voted to convene into closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, performance evaluation data of public employees and related personnel matters. A second was recorded (Lance); the roll call produced ayes and the board entered closed session.

Motions and outcomes recorded during the meeting were approved by voice votes; individual roll-call tallies were recorded only for the closed-session motion.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","SCC School Board Meeting March 19, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The board voted on routine financial reports and consent items, renewed a shared-services contract, approved a library-materials policy second reading, and moved into a closed session under Wisconsin law.","taxTitle","Saint Croix School District, School Board, Virgin Islands","taxId",38308,"location","","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6628843,"Saint Croix students and advisors present FBLA successes; 23 state finalists and regional hosting recognized",668,51000,719000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2714038-0162d0cfd863c4a6f6dbc930f0c9660d&start=51&end=719","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2714038-0162d0cfd863c4a6f6dbc930f0c9660d/thumbnail_51000.jpg","/articles/6628843/Saint-Croix-students-and-advisors-present-FBLA-successes-23-state-finalists-and-regional-hosting-recognized","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6628843-70e62146f370adc91b77ea2cf8563b3e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771000694&Signature=WeugyWMZ3WKZPTZeqBh2cLZyF9hjnMMnvZTCcDgsfPBofFzL49holHCtHaySGnHKsg-YtQZl-HHVCCy7RZlH1UF2OBDSsWRMJdo-QV4--~nvpX-L23sM1-cjgyKKKCnVF1BrETU9UeP06kzz9fR98v6C2cGv0bV--qxgrw6EGobqrLZ3FXTKl298KxTCq0nffBbXDytAEvT22YFPf7yZNADSxxefFz83KVo3v~wTVDkDF5ILqxprXCthJlgYKSiZy-3lZ4v2L17emec7LUrglqPJo1fPllToZ8n0sVfsXI7s22MlOZ2Mgl5d2oReGWmD4n0knZ6Qk9NSm1uJmAdzhw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Students and advisors from the Saint Croix School District presented an FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) highlight during the March 19 meeting, describing competitions, community service and leadership activities.

Tracy Crowley (FBLA director) and Tammy Hifton (FBLA coordinator) accompanied students Annabel Worley and Phoenix Troes for the presentation. Annabel Worley said the chapter has about 40 members and that the group raised $394.53 at regionals for the Alzheimer's Association and wrote thank-you notes to local police, fire and first responders.

Students described hosting a regional conference that drew roughly 575 participants from more than 37 high schools across nine counties, with 68 competitive business-related events. The district's chapter had 23 state finalists; Worley and Troes each placed second in their events and the chapter received second place for \"outstanding chapter\" based on number of students placing in the top three.

The students recounted workshops they organized or hosted (digital marketing, podcasting/broadcasting, screen printing) and said alumni support and district staff helped run the conference. Phoenix Troes was elected incoming Region 1 vice president and is expected to represent the region at the national FBLA conference in Anaheim.

Board members and the superintendent thanked the students and advisors for the presentation and for organizing events that brought other districts to the school.","Students and advisors from the district's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) reported regional competition results, fundraising and service projects, and plans to attend state and national conferences.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6628848,"Board approves lease amendment to lock in price for 300 Chromebooks; agenda lists vendor as 'Tafara' though staff referenced 'Travera'",229,2312000,2541000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2714038-0162d0cfd863c4a6f6dbc930f0c9660d&start=2312&end=2541","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2714038-0162d0cfd863c4a6f6dbc930f0c9660d/thumbnail_2312000.jpg","/articles/6628848/Board-approves-lease-amendment-to-lock-in-price-for-300-Chromebooks-agenda-lists-vendor-as-Tafara-though-staff-referenced-Travera","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6628848-f4287cdf940e160d403330dc21420fe0/orig.mp4?Expires=1771000694&Signature=HhEWPdxgp4pzoea1ZIspNFatLmwheXW41TT5XvILMvatE9RnMegbg26p5GRZpiikfp8zH7Jieg0j1lGr4kdMOKGbOLLeNdx5UV-siSOkA0AY6fHC3UPY26OhRyJSr2HJdmK0kq8TbcoaTovEtdMpOhoThjGwaMBGlW1bFlgppv7d-S2BshOfiFrgOMnwXLE~bnCQmtBSb0vbLQJLxp1AtlbvcpzIlLfCIwwIefU1juLUaut~P57TZTBrG2Vmj7KIW0e2xSb9yG4rZwUlkM9C-nuwg3QrDUd0cggX7Rvo~PRVNIKHUGvxuzPjx4~lM8K-ZDiW700X5aYaRqlbuulPvw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saint Croix School District Board of Education on March 19 approved a lease amendment to add 300 Chromebooks to the district's existing device lease, with a bundled one-time billing and warranties to lock in current pricing.

Staff presented a proposed lease schedule amendment listed on the agenda as a \"Tafara\" lease agreement; during discussion staff referred to the vendor as \"Travera,\" an inconsistency noted in the record. The amendment would add 300 Chromebooks to the existing lease schedule, with a single billing of $96,300 and a 39-month lease term; the price includes device warranties and multi-year software licensing as presented by staff.

Chad (staff member) and other district staff said the vendor provides pickup-and-repair service for batches of broken devices and that the contract had worked well for the district for two years. Staff said the amendment is intended to hedge against expected price increases for Chromebooks and component shortages; one staff member estimated prices could be about 20% higher if the district waited to purchase later.

Board member Dave moved to approve the lease amendment; Brad seconded. The motion passed on a voice vote; no opposition was recorded.","The Saint Croix School District board approved an amendment to an existing device lease to add 300 Chromebooks at a one-time billing of $96,300 and a 39-month term; staff said the amendment secures pricing and includes warranty and licensing.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6628853,"Saint Croix School Board approves amended Fund 46 capital-improvement plan, prioritizes exterior repairs and HVAC reserves",1098,937000,2035000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2714038-0162d0cfd863c4a6f6dbc930f0c9660d&start=937&end=2035","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2714038-0162d0cfd863c4a6f6dbc930f0c9660d/thumbnail_937000.jpg","/articles/6628853/Saint-Croix-School-Board-approves-amended-Fund-46-capital-improvement-plan-prioritizes-exterior-repairs-and-HVAC-reserves","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6628853-ce4ecdaf41cdb8fcf1b62cdd25c8d50e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771000694&Signature=Db6iThvFgPuj33dPqQw0gsswkXEJH8HoHcZK2Fsgx9btIDFrEWNxa9lysdG0phOEfD3U92vc8II7govTyd9SNIBUMK1RpLz~ufIHrgJVej0zeEM381egX0NNYIjQdmFTWz7J52n-q93Y9wlU3NrdWPu0S8EurIqJ5FBchbkoPzsVcI6sp5txhmCRKQT4PulAahhuL4x9ruj864QqoSB8Pu1T4qWK~viN6WgvpF0t8VaEuJ7DwF9rLWBRh~-Lc5L4S3g-0-GF2Mu9I2BWLLoQpvAWxPZFCTRW~GuFNd39SDRXE5bnt9V-GiKcCXkI1uCnvr2oA8f58L~ovi5fmF4BxQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Saint Croix School District Board of Education on March 19 approved an amended Fund 46 capital improvement plan after an extended discussion of aging building systems and prioritized exterior caulking and tuckpointing at the middle school.

Facilities staff described multiple rooftop unit (RTU) compressors that are at end of life, boilers that ran “pinned” during recent cold snaps, and masonry joints that the staff said risk water intrusion and progressive damage. Board members discussed funding priorities, one-off repairs that can be done this summer and the need to begin budgeting an annual reserve.

Nick (staff member) told the board many rooftop units use tandem compressors so “if I lose one compressor, the whole unit goes down,” and said parts and refrigerant availability make some repairs impractical. He told the board a single large rooftop unit could cost about $100,000 to replace and that a comprehensive wish list of work would total roughly $2,500,000.

Board members pressed on what to do first if the district cannot fund everything this year. Nick said his top immediate priority is exterior caulking and tuckpointing at the middle school because water intrusion can cause cascading failures, including rust on window sills and frost heave on sidewalks. He said contractors reported a $30,000 minimum mobilization to start work on a building face; he suggested $30,000 as a starting allocation and $30,000–$60,000 as a short-term range to address visible needs.

District finance staff (Jen, staff member) explained how Fund 46 works: amounts placed in the fund are considered spent for budget/state-aid purposes but may be carried and spent in later years. She said state statute allows the district to place funds into the account through July 31 for the prior fiscal year. The board discussed whether to start budgeting a recurring contribution; members suggested setting a minimum target of $50,000 annually and discussed the potential to allocate $100,000 if feasible to avoid deferring maintenance.

Board members also discussed recent referendum spending and near-final invoices for ongoing projects; finance staff said the referendum balance is nearly exhausted and final invoices from vendors such as Heartland remain outstanding.

After discussion, Board member Dave moved to approve the amended Fund 46 capital improvement plan; Brad seconded. The board approved the plan on a voice vote; no opposition was recorded.

Board members said they expect to consider specific funding allocations during budget planning and to direct staff to prioritize tuckpointing and targeted RTU or water-heater replacements as invoices and budgets allow.","At its March 19 meeting the Saint Croix School District board approved an amended Fund 46 capital improvement plan after hearing facilities staff warn of aging rooftop HVAC units and masonry failures; board members discussed targeting $30,000–$60,000 for immediate tuckpointing and setting an annual reserve.","actionData","errors"]

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