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Board debates pay levels, proposes keeping FY26 compensation unchanged pending review before next election
Summary
Board members discussed raising school board compensation for fiscal 2026 at a Jan. 21 prep‑for‑action item. Several directors argued raises help broaden candidate diversity; others urged fiscal caution and suggested limiting any increase to the district's 3% budget target or deferring adjustments to apply only to newly elected members.
The Independent School District 535 school board discussed possible changes to member compensation during a Jan. 21 preparatory item ahead of a future vote.
Chair Nathan reviewed Minnesota statute language that allows boards to set their own compensation and reminded members the board last set pay in May 2021 at $16,000 per member with a $1,600 chair stipend. Several directors argued higher pay can lower barriers to service: Director Whitehorn…
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