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Red Lake board approves $2.7 million in bills, adopts SRO policy and votes to enter superintendent contract negotiations
Summary
Trustees approved bills and wires for September (about $2.7 million), adopted a third‑reading school resource officer policy based on MSBA language, and voted to enter negotiations on a two‑year superintendent contract for 2025–26 and 2026–27.
The Red Lake Public School District board approved routine financial and policy measures and authorized staff to begin negotiations with the superintendent for a two‑year contract.
Business manager Willie Larson presented the finance report showing an improving cash position (starting balance just over $25 million and ending balance just over $26 million) and noted higher enrollment revenue; trustees then approved bills and wires for September totaling about $2.7 million.
On policy, the board adopted a school resource officer (SRO) policy drawn from Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) model language; trustees said the policy clarifies SRO duties and training requirements. The action was taken on third reading.
As an action item, trustees voted to enter negotiations on a two‑year superintendent contract covering 2025–26 and 2026–27; supporters cited the superintendent’s engagement with students and tribal governments. No final contract was executed at the meeting—members directed staff to begin negotiations.
Why it matters: The approvals affect near‑term district finances and local safety policy, and beginning contract negotiations establishes the framework for superintendent compensation and terms.
