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Richfield board approves superintendent Steven Younowski’s 2026–2029 contract
Summary
Board unanimously approved a three‑year contract extension for Superintendent Steven Younowski, including modest market adjustments, a retirement incentive tied to stay‑through completion and simplified health/dental language reviewed by counsel and insurance consultants.
The Richfield School Board approved a three‑year contract for Superintendent Steven Younowski covering 2026–2029 during its Aug. 18 meeting.
Board members said the contract followed market comparisons and was reviewed by the district attorney and insurance consultants. Board materials described a small market adjustment (2.22% increases in second and third years), a management‑team retirement incentive available to staff age 55 and older with 15+ years of service that vests only if the contracted term is completed, and a simplified description of health and dental benefits that the district’s insurance consultant supported.
During discussion, board members asked about the use of the term “retirement incentive” versus “longevity” and sought consistency across contracts. Administrators said the term reflects language commonly used in other district contracts and that specific age thresholds (commonly 55) relate to benefit provisions. The board chair and superintendent noted the incentive aims to align with existing management practice.
The contract also referenced sick‑leave accrual caps; administrators said language had been simplified and reviewed by counsel. Younowski told the board he intends to complete the contract and said he plans to remain in Richfield; the board approved the contract by voice vote.
The motion passed and the superintendent’s contract will take effect as specified in board records.
