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Board adopts 2025–26 appropriations amid state funding uncertainty; meal prices may rise if state aid lapses
Summary
CFO Rachel presented a preliminary 2025–26 budget showing a projected $3.5 million drop in revenue tied to one‑time categorical dollars; the board adopted the General Appropriations Act and 2024–25 budget amendments while staff warned meal prices could increase if the state does not renew universal free‑meal funding.
Hartland Consolidated Schools adopted its 2025–26 General Appropriations Act and a set of 2024–25 budget amendments as the district prepares for uncertainty in state funding. Chief Financial Officer Rachel told the board that roughly 80% of the district’s revenue comes from the state and that an expected $3.5 million reduction in recurring revenue is driven by the loss of one‑time categorical funds.
Rachel said fund‑balance projections show the district in ‘‘very good shape’’ for 2025 but trending…
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