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During administrative commentary, district staff said Governor and Senate budget proposals both include per-pupil allowance increases but that retirement cost projections and federal funding uncertainty complicate the final picture. The district reported it may not have a finalized state budget before June 30, which could affect the board's need to approve a budget before the July 1 start of the fiscal year. The administration said it will continue to incorporate new information as it becomes available and ensure the district remains in compliance with state law.

Why it matters: A delayed state budget or significant changes in federal grants can change revenue assumptions used in district budget planning and affect staffing, program offerings and contract commitments for the coming school year.

What administrators said: The district delegation attended the Michigan School Business Officials conference and reported mixed signals about state and federal proposals; retirement (pension) costs are a stress on the budget and the federal outlook remains uncertain.

What happens next: The superintendent and finance staff will update the board as state and federal budget information clarifies and will propose budget adjustments for board consideration to meet statutory deadlines.

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Mika Glick, a junior at Walled Lake Northern, and Frazine Cavarana, a sophomore at Walled Lake Western, said the district team (robots 308 and 7178) relocated this season to the Oakland Schools Technical Campus (OSTC) while Western was under construction. Glick said the OSTC arrangement allowed the season to continue but imposed limitations: teams could not stay past 8:30 p.m., access required a lead mentor to be present, workspace was limited and many materials were stored in an outdoor shipping container. \"All of our materials were inside of a shipping container, which was stored outdoors at the OSTC facility, forcing us to venture outside every single time we needed tools over the course of the winter,\" Glick said.

Cavarana asked the board for a date or a specified timeline for moving back into the new Western facility, saying the team would ideally need access by June to prepare for the next robotics season and off-season events. The students also said they lost corporate sponsors this year and would not have been able to attend state competition if they had qualified. Mentors asked whether the board could identify who in the district is responsible for coordinating the move and ongoing communication; Superintendent Doctor Lanz and board members said public comment is not a back-and-forth forum but indicated staff will follow up.

Why it matters: The robotics teams represent students from all three district high schools and require reliable workspace, storage and funding to compete. Students asked the district for practical information (a move-back date and a district contact) and for consideration of funding avenues. Board members directed staff to accept contact cards from students so they can follow up.

What students asked for: a specific move-back date (ideally by June), a named district contact for coordination and assistance identifying potential funding supports or sponsorship avenues.

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In remarks presented to the Walled Lake Consolidated Schools Board of Education, Hensley said the PAC\u0000—an executive board that has worked with district staff on parent education and inclusion events\u0000helped expand parent participation this year. Hensley said local conference sessions before PAC meetings drew \"20-plus parents\" and the committee recorded what she described as \"about 400% growth in attendance\" since the prior year.

Hensley described Inclusion Week activities in March that included unified basketball assemblies, World Down Syndrome Day recognition and a bubble-blowing event for autism awareness. She said the PAC helped three high schools and one elementary school register as Unified Champion Schools with Special Olympics of Michigan and set a goal to have every district school register. \"Inclusion is defined as every person is accepted and welcomed regardless of their ability or disability,\" Hensley said.

The PAC also organized a district \"Shining Stars\" recognition event and an agency resource fair; Hensley invited board members to attend the ceremony on May 22 at Walled Lake Central.

Why it matters: PAC activities aim to increase family engagement in special education, promote inclusive practices and expand unified sports programs that pair students with and without disabilities on the same teams. Board members asked about parental awareness and data collection; administrators said the pre-meeting conference sessions and outreach contributed to the attendance growth.

What board members asked: Board Vice President Miss Lehi asked whether the district collected satisfaction data to measure whether services improved after PAC-led efforts; administrators said they had not produced formal longitudinal satisfaction metrics but that the conference sessions and administrator access helped parents connect with district staff.

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The board approved a consent agenda that included routine personnel actions and financial disbursements. The March 2025 disbursements listed on the agenda totaled $19,407,685. A renewal for Frontline employee management tied to the Danielson rubric, for $36,271.41, was included among the listed purchases under $500,000.

On facilities and bond-funded work, the board approved a change order to update the Western High School gym and locker room HVAC system because new state and federal refrigerant code requirements have changed the viable equipment options. The project team estimated the additional mechanical cost at approximately $163,012 to be paid from bond funds. Superintendent Doctor Lanz told the board the Environmental Protection Agency\u0000rule changes made the originally planned equipment infeasible; the board approved the change order 6-0.

The board also approved a contract award for physical move services related to repurposing Geisler School and relocating furniture and equipment to other district buildings. The recommended award totaled $123,085 and includes two moving contractors (Office Moving Alliance Worldwide LLC and Palmer Moving Services) plus contingency for unforeseen tasks; the motion carried 6-0.

Other approved items included the Oakland County School Boards Association (OCSBA) bylaws and resolutions amendments (approved 5-1) and a 50% rental-fee reduction for the Commerce Chargers youth football and cheer program for the 2025-26 school year (approved 6-0). The board also proclaimed May 5\u0000through\u0000May 9, 2025 as Walled Lake Schools Employee Recognition Week.

A separate motion to formally support the proposed Oakland Intermediate School District budget failed on a 3-3 vote after discussion and a split among board members.

Votes at a glance
- Consent agenda (personnel, financial reports and purchases under $500,000 including Frontline renewal $36,271.41): approved, 6-0.
- Western High School gym/locker room HVAC change order (approx. $163,012, bond funds): approved, 6-0.
- Physical move services for Geisler repurposing (total award $123,085 to Office Moving Alliance Worldwide LLC and Palmer Moving Services, includes contingency): approved, 6-0.
- Support proposed Oakland Intermediate School District budget (resolution): failed, 3-3.
- OCSBA bylaws and resolutions amendments: approved, 5-1.
- 50% rental-fee reduction for Commerce Chargers (2025-26): approved, 6-0.
- Employee Recognition Week proclamation (May 5\u0000May 9, 2025): approved, unanimous.

Why it matters: The HVAC change order and the move-services award are funded from the district bond and affect where students and programs will be housed this summer and next school year; the paused scope for Northern High School (discussed during the HVAC item) preserves options should equipment rules change. The Oakland ISD budget vote signals split views among board members about regional spending and priorities.

What\u0000happens next: Bond-funded work at Western will proceed with the approved mechanical changes; Northern's air-conditioning project remains paused pending further information and potential regulatory clarification. The district will carry out the Geisler repurposing and associated moves under the awarded contract. The board did not adopt the Oakland ISD budget support; the ISD budget process continues with constituent-district review deadlines approaching.

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