Board approves temporary grant cash‑flow transfer and earmarked donations account; discusses school meal participation
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The Smith County Board approved a temporary transfer to front grant-funded spending, created an earmarked donations account for the Family Resource Department, and discussed cafeteria participation rates that drive meal program revenue.
The Smith County Board of Education approved two finance-related resolutions and discussed measures to improve cafeteria revenue.
Resolution 5 authorizes a temporary transfer of district funds to cover expenses for grants that reimburse costs later, with the expectation the district will replenish accounts when grant reimbursements arrive. Board member 'Mister McDonald' moved the resolution and 'Mister Haines' seconded; multiple members responded 'yes' in sequence during the vote and the motion was declared passed.
Resolution 6 establishes or earmarks an account for donations to the Family Resource Department for clothing, shoes and food for students. Board members clarified the donations would be kept in a separate account and could be used at each school for student needs. The motion passed after sequential 'yes' responses from board members.
During discussion about cafeteria finances, an Unidentified Board Member said, "Every kid in this school system can have a free breakfast. Free." Board members noted that participation in the breakfast and lunch programs affects reimbursement levels and overall cafeteria revenue; they urged staff to maximize participation. No new dollar amounts for either the transfer or the donations account were specified in the meeting record.
Both finance items were approved without further amendment. The board then moved to an executive session on a personnel/confidential matter.