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ISD 191 may simplify disposal of obsolete books and materials, allow donations without public auction
Summary
Staff told the policy committee that MSBA-recommended changes to Policy 802 would let the district donate obsolete books and materials directly to families or charities without pursuing public auction procedures.
At the Sept. 16 ISD 191 policy review meeting, a district staff presenter summarized proposed changes to Policy 802 (disposition of obsolete equipment and material). The recommended language would allow the district to donate obsolete books and materials to families or charitable organizations without having to follow the full public-auction and posting process previously required.
The presenter described the change as a long-overdue administrative simplification that will make it easier to get obsolete educational materials back into community use. Committee members raised no objections; staff recommended the policy proceed to first reading.
Why it matters: The change reduces administrative steps needed to transfer obsolete instructional materials to families or charitable groups, potentially increasing reuse and reducing disposal costs.
