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Board seeks simpler, fairer rules for renting school facilities; students to get priority
Summary
District staff recommended consolidating rental groups, charging fees that at least cover out-of-pocket costs, and formalizing a priority calendar that puts student programs first when scheduling shared spaces such as the Silver Lining Arts Center.
West Bend Joint School District No. 1 staff told the board they plan to simplify Policy 830 (use of facilities), narrow confusing category tiers and formalize priorities so school programs receive scheduling priority over outside groups.
Tim Harder, who presented background research to the board, said the district currently lists eight user groups across its policy but only three of those groups actually pay facility fees beyond custodial charges. Harder and other staff recommended reducing the…
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