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Board members said the measure is a renewal at the current millage rate (no tax-rate increase). They described sinking funds as an important, discretionary local source to pay for building maintenance and capital projects — for example, roofing, site work, equipment and unanticipated repairs that could otherwise come from the General Fund or bond proceeds. The board directed residents seeking more information to the district website’s sinking fund page.

No board action was required or taken on the measure at the June 24 meeting; board members encouraged voter review and community engagement ahead of the August ballot.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Northville Public Schools Board of Education Meeting 06-24-2025","oneSentenceSummary","Board members reminded the public that Northville Public Schools has a sinking fund renewal on the Aug. 5 ballot and said the measure is a renewal at the existing rate (no increase). The district emphasized the fund supports facility maintenance and capital needs.","taxTitle","Northville Public Schools, School Boards, Michigan","taxId",38456,"location","Michigan","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6181409,"Board approves first reading of policy 3007 on audits to fix auditor-selection inconsistency",117,5393000,5510000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5113045-bab0b82b521448d4be702bec2993224f&start=5393&end=5510","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5113045-bab0b82b521448d4be702bec2993224f/thumbnail_5393000.jpg","/articles/6181409/Michigan/Board-approves-first-reading-of-policy-3007-on-audits-to-fix-auditor-selection-inconsistency","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6181409-a1b28cba4cdadb959aea1e4dcc9a2345/orig.mp4?Expires=1771204307&Signature=bN~M3-~I1-WOSv77JlfJ7H-lmRe9Xrz71mXVJbd31Q8spIxoiOehmmAaGUDXkjaoHxHd32KNB1460bQ9njaXpL9hJ15EYRnJHqN8kCwyic5Iyr7XuXIBj2K4IGz9wV9GtxByJrAnHOvi9AaJp~I1giMPUg3yIhb5Mijl~aO2oSFclfANBDFBTRIrIP~2feTlSXFI1XYbYEaq5RNbq3YbIp~5ObGL~U1KKyr2rb9W0hAaoNQVdBhUYcEEKvUtccsPzTNU2Q6U3LmdLZGYQ1wnmjUBfuTpUPDJFsR0K5IM~GqH3xA5dNN4O9C45x9AhSOHZw7FrYQJrrReuf4UYpzYRw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The board approved Policy 3007 (audits) for first reading at the June 24 meeting to correct an internal inconsistency about auditor selection and continuity of contracted services.

Board counsel and staff explained that Policy 3.003 references continuity of purchasing services and specifically calls out auditors, whereas Policy 3.007 implied an annual board selection of an auditor. The proposed changes harmonize the two policies so that auditor services are handled consistently with the district’s purchasing and continuity expectations. The revised policy was presented in a redline version in the board packet; the first reading passed without recorded opposition.

Board members had an opportunity to ask clarifying questions about the change and confirmed the revision would be brought forward for a subsequent action (second reading) consistent with the board’s policy adoption timeline.","The board approved Policy 3007 (audits) for first reading to resolve an inconsistency with an existing policy that addresses continuity of contracted services, specifically auditors. The revision aligns audit selection language with policy 3003.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6181412,"Board approves teacher hires, employee manual updates and leadership contracts; superintendent contract renewed",1499,3754000,5253000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5113045-bab0b82b521448d4be702bec2993224f&start=3754&end=5253","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5113045-bab0b82b521448d4be702bec2993224f/thumbnail_3754000.jpg","/articles/6181412/Michigan/Board-approves-teacher-hires-employee-manual-updates-and-leadership-contracts-superintendent-contract-renewed","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6181412-153c49518e41ca8c4b9273467ccafda6/orig.mp4?Expires=1771204307&Signature=c7Gst9NBlxr~coFMTGDshgri4Anvt3bRQCBmvOXFisJO30DPx6Y5eHK21x7XD054c4U3JF8Crmsij60MZlDIwuwwAW9GXIlSbXb3jXxLvXrIaL0QtdSscMzpKqlHCkBlFWniSJlYl3LsG3IWSlw6FMt4Rz-F6KhLzVYILxE1AXuY0PyqB4ps5Ba21wCC-d7vHEjT6XZctf~at-NWxsxA3TY35gwBgubjgHhmUF~dGvjlebnrcoxgc5DHShlrSWlb8EZ0XLvFR3yFXVmGSIwj~5KbHHmhNJaJ4WXmmImclH8fhpmXiIFf0nnu7Mk4a4nCS0UCLtDVjcDMI~Yi0YXoiA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Northville Board approved a slate of personnel and contract actions at the June 24 meeting, including new teacher contracts, manual updates and leadership-level compensation alignment.

The board approved probationary teacher contracts for Megan Mazur (Winchester, first grade) and Maggie Parks (Hillside Middle School, visual arts) for the 2025–26 school year after administration described their qualifications and interview observations. Mr. Sumner presented details: Ms. Mazur holds an elementary degree and a master’s in reading and literacy; Ms. Parks completed student teaching at Hillside and presented a lesson during the interview process. The motions to hire both candidates passed unanimously.

The board also authorized administrative updates to two employee manuals through the 2025–26 school year: the Technology Operations and Food Service employee manual (TOFS) and the Office Support Personnel manual (OSP). The revisions were described as market-alignment adjustments to economic and non-economic terms; staff noted there are 73 employees covered under TOFS and 40 under OSP. The board approved the revisions.

Separately, the board approved non‑affiliated individual employee and Central Office Leadership Team (COLT) contracts and wage scales for 2025–26. Administration described these as individual contracts outside of bargaining units, intended to remain consistent with other negotiated groups; the board voted to approve them.

The board also approved the superintendent contract for 2025–28. Administration said the superintendent requested alignment of his compensation approach with other bargaining units and non‑affiliated contracts; board members noted alignment sends a consistent message district-wide. The motion carried with no recorded opposition.

During the discussion board members thanked staff for the information and noted the importance of these roles to daily operations. All personnel and contract motions approved during the meeting were carried by voice vote with no board member recorded as opposing on the public record.","The Northville Board approved two probationary teacher hires, updated employee manuals for technology operations/food service and office support, authorized non‑affiliated and central office leadership team contracts and ratified a superintendent contract aligned with other district agreements.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6181413,"Board approves 2024–25 final budget amendment; adopts initial 2025–26 budget showing $3.7M projected deficit",304,4436000,4740000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5113045-bab0b82b521448d4be702bec2993224f&start=4436&end=4740","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5113045-bab0b82b521448d4be702bec2993224f/thumbnail_4436000.jpg","/articles/6181413/Michigan/Board-approves-202425-final-budget-amendment-adopts-initial-202526-budget-showing-37M-projected-deficit","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6181413-492c066ff1f666ec1e668d4dfdfa1020/orig.mp4?Expires=1771204307&Signature=cphOchpY0IynePGrgbKxsFAVjCjMQbjpVOKfY1ajf~zeR5x-Mcq4VQopj1R94i44Jyb7cNgusXF4zoLkFnWBbl6G~t0aC5omJ6aSs0MF8r~NOKM4KpZkGCtkSCxbiobu46YQczZy8PZvTM1F0wh8jILSOwFZbwVqkqGf-oTZHfBG4S20b5shOV-Xjrk1EMwazoLbV9wRdS5GmqGTQLQGCQ70PWilASy3DC9pGC3tz3PSaAuxsfG3yLhol1AB7kIH0J2yCq9C7juytKDanBLfRLChJ6G8GwnjTferOlTnSb9BntmgVcub7SB~COBPJMi-DD24aO08WEX3CqE95TRe5g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Northville Public Schools Board of Education approved a final amendment to the 2024–25 budget and adopted the initial 2025–26 budget at its June 24 meeting.

The final amendment (motion 127) increased revenue compared with the April estimate primarily because of May state aid adjustments. Presenters said the change lowered the projected 2024–25 deficit from about $2.4 million (April estimate) to $750,000 and left the district with an ending fund balance near 32% of expenditures.

Board members asked questions about the drivers of the revision. District staff stated the revenue uptick reflected state-aid recalculations and some one-time receipts; purchase services and capital outlays were largely unchanged. The board voted to approve the final amendment by voice vote; the motion carried unanimously among members present.

The board then considered and approved the initial 2025–26 budget (motion 128). Staff said the district faces structural challenges: projected revenue falls by about $1.3 million compared with the final 2024–25 figures because of the expiration of one-time grants and the loss of COVID-era funds; at the same time, aggregate salary and benefit increases tied to bargaining-era changes and approved contracts add roughly $1.6 million to expenditures.

As presented, the combination produces an initial projected deficit for 2025–26 of about $3.7 million, or roughly a 3% deficit on the district’s General Fund (expenditures about 103% of revenues in the initial projection). Administrators emphasized that the budget adopted June 24 is the district’s initial plan, subject to midyear and final amendments once state budget actions and later revenue updates are known.

Board members thanked staff for outreach and multiple budget briefings and noted the district will return with midyear adjustments as the state and local revenue figures firm up. The board adopted the 2025–26 budget by roll call; no board member recorded a vote in opposition at the meeting.","The Northville Board approved the final 2024–25 budget amendment, reducing the year-end deficit; the board also adopted the initial 2025–26 budget, which projects a $3.7 million deficit pending state budget outcomes and future amendments.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6181414,"Northville honors spring champions; athletic director outlines KLA conference options",2668,367000,3035000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5113045-bab0b82b521448d4be702bec2993224f&start=367&end=3035","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5113045-bab0b82b521448d4be702bec2993224f/thumbnail_367000.jpg","/articles/6181414/Michigan/Northville-honors-spring-champions-athletic-director-outlines-KLA-conference-options","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6181414-5c2bb346a96da420073419e8aff736f5/orig.mp4?Expires=1771204307&Signature=af2cy6dUqxCDUwaEAVm6xejZHuEC69B9DAD17LHeFPiVRHgp6I4DVLMSgDaRqFf6E2inicQ9CrXq6HMNQxzaOLvzMu8AgJjVpOpeprtEaLK9wNN-jcMDPyieKlC3gfZSh3HpTQp8QUvmeaI~K7KepquiO2JoegrN3c8bKCqmp44qFgCU8C6D5Uke7YNYR2cwLKU2VSIiB04uRWazQ7Vwsi5k12~Z38NCK49XmkEpFcOgMmW8zFs9nf96HeFr0D193aPM3JdToqcsN6UzLDOAirOMheC26bU9SprXc9cAuP84zLb-1MR4jKLW9KNwODiKzpQ0JsSwT5nuJ5~3lnYFvg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Northville Public Schools honored its spring athletic teams at the June 24 Board of Education meeting, citing five state championships, a total of 1,352 student-athletes and broad participation across 35 programs.

The recognition program featured short remarks from coaches, student-athletes and athletic department leadership. Northville’s athletic director noted district-wide participation — “1,352 student athletes. Almost 60% of the school body participated in one or more sports,” — and a list of competitive results including multiple division, regional and state placings across track and field, rowing, baseball, softball, boys volleyball, girls soccer and girls tennis.

The board heard details from coaches and student representatives: rowing student Calista Yee listed the team’s state and national finishes; baseball and softball coaches described district and regional championships and school-record performances; track coach cited an extended run of KLA West division titles for girls and a best-ever state finish for the boys. Tennis captains Sophie and Jordan summarized the varsity team’s run to a state title.

Beyond wins and records, presenters emphasized academic performance and community engagement. Coaches reported team GPAs (baseball 3.5; softball team GPA 3.66; girls soccer team GPA 3.76) and youth outreach such as coaching clinics and camps. The board and athletic staff also announced an interactive display (QR-enabled) for the athletic wing to highlight state championships and program materials.

Athletic staff described a new parent-focused pilot program, “Mentally Strong Mustangs,” intended to offer parents resources on performance anxiety, preparation and post-high-school transitions for students in extracurriculars.

After the recognitions, the athletic director provided an update on KLA conference realignment. He summarized four options the league and Northville are considering for the 2026–27 school year: 1) accept applications from Monroe and Dearborn Crestwood to replace departing Livonia schools; 2) pursue a merger with the Southeastern Conference (SEC), which would increase matchups with larger Ann Arbor-area schools; 3) explore joining the Oakland Activities Association (OAA); or 4) remain with the current West division as an eight-team conference. He told the board that athletic directors meet next week, principals will receive a July 8 update, the SEC expects to decide on merger interest in early August, and the KLA hopes to reach a clearer path by Oct. 1.

The athletic director noted trade-offs under consideration: competitive balance and programming (for example, ninth-grade junior varsity scheduling), travel distances and the impact on student opportunities. He said the district’s priority is finding the option that best preserves robust programming for Northville’s 35 athletic programs and its high participation levels.

Board members and district staff did not take formal action on conference membership that night; they were updated on next steps and timelines and said they would bring a recommendation back to the board once league partners and principals complete their reviews.

The board and athletic department will continue regular updates through the summer; the next formal recommendation is expected after the AD/principal process and league decisions.","Northville Public Schools recognized eight spring teams and highlighted district athletic participation and championship results. The district’s athletic director also briefed the board on possible membership changes to the Kensington Lakes Activities Association (KLA) and scheduling implications for next school year.","actionData","errors"]

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