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Wilmot UHS presents tax-levy plan; board approves stipend to oversee referendum equipment
Summary
District staff told the board the tax levy totals $12,024,157.25 driven by lower state aid; the board approved a stipend position to supervise new auditorium and fieldhouse equipment and heard that enrollment is 943 students.
A staff member presented the Wilmot UHS School District's tax-levy breakdown and budget context during the board meeting, saying lower state aid required the district to rely more heavily on property-tax revenue.
The presenter reported Fund 10 (general fund) at $9,531,751.25; Fund 39 (referendum payback) at $2,342,406; and a community-outreach allocation of $150,000, for a total tax levy presented at $12,024,157.25. The presenter said the state’s revenue-limit calculation and changes to state aid reduced state funding and required a levy increase to cover services. Enrollment for the year was reported as 943 students.
Board members discussed the creation of a small, stipend-funded position to oversee equipment being installed under the referendum — auditorium, fieldhouse and press-box systems. The presenter said the role largely replaces prior unfilled positions and should not materially alter the district's overall spending on advisors and clubs.
A motion to approve the recommended stipend position was made and carried by voice vote; the chair announced the motion passed with recorded 'Aye' responses.
Why this matters: The levy and staffing decisions determine local property-tax allocations and how the district will manage newly purchased referendum equipment. School officials said the budget adjustments were driven by a $392,000 decline in state aid compared with the prior year, shifting the funding burden to local taxpayers.
The board moved on to other agenda items after approving the position and confirming levy figures.
