Board approves bus garage sewer tie-in, long-term facilities plan and budget forecasts

Board members approved several facilities and finance items affecting district operations and capital planning. Administration presented an updated quote to connect the bus garage to city sewer (roughly $20,000 above the original estimate); administration said long-term facility funds and state long-term facility dollars are available, and the city has agreed to the connection. The board voted to approve the updated quote.

Administrators reviewed the 10-year long-term facility and maintenance plan and reported the plan shows a projected $2.1 million balance at the end of the 10-year horizon and roughly $233,000 in rollover funds; the board discussed priorities including parking-lot paving, safe/secure main entrances, CTE wing improvements and continuing to stagger projects so funding is available when needed. The board approved submission of the plan to the state.

The district presented and the board approved the second-quarter financial forecast and a 100% reimbursable special education van lease; administrators noted the van can accommodate two wheelchairs and will be reimbursed through special education funding; the board discussed whether reimbursements must be paid upfront and then submitted for reimbursement and the transportation logistics for wheelchair-accessible vehicles.

Board members approved all items by motion; motions carried on roll calls or voice votes where noted. Work on projects (elementary office, CTE wing, restrooms and site work) continues and district staff said they will provide additional progress photos and updates to the board.