The Antigo School Board voted to approve an updated compensation package for board members on Monday, setting an annual stipend of $3,600 payable in quarterly installments of $900. The decision followed extended debate, an amendment and a substitutionary motion before the board adopted the quarterly-pay plan.

Board member Dr. Barto introduced a motion that differed from the administration’s recommended form; after discussion and a substitutionary motion from Bobby Braun the board considered a quarterly-pay substitute. Board member Kristen proposed an amendment to reduce the annual amount to $2,400, payable $600 quarterly; that amendment failed 4–3. The substitute motion for $3,600 per year payable in quarterly payments of $900 then passed on a subsequent vote and became the main motion, which the board approved.

Trustees discussed practical payroll concerns and whether compensation should reflect committee meetings and occasional special called meetings. Braun argued quarterly payments simplify payroll and avoid continuous tracking of meeting attendance. Administrators noted mileage will be paid only for out-of-town meetings and conventions, consistent with guidance from the board’s attorney.

Why it matters: The stipend change increases trustee compensation and formalizes quarterly payments; the board said it intends that compensation cover committee and board meeting participation generally. Board members also discussed options for revisiting the plan through committee if members wish further review.

Details and next steps: The board clerk will arrange payroll changes to issue quarterly payments of $900; the board may request further review by HR and Finance committees in a future meeting. The transcript records motions, amendments and the final outcome but does not list a detailed roll-call tally for the final main motion.