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Board tables K‑Bak lease amid questions about taxes and potential sale
Summary
The board voted to table renewal of the K‑Bak lease until May after members raised questions about whether the lessee should cover property taxes and whether the land is actively listed for sale; staff were asked to check county tax rules and follow up with the lessee.
The school board tabled action on the K‑Bak lease until the May meeting to allow staff to gather information about tax obligations and the land’s sale status.
Board members questioned whether the lessee’s use of the property triggers a tax event and suggested the lessee should cover associated taxes. A historical tax figure of $700 was referenced during the discussion, and members asked staff to confirm current tax amounts and whether the city or other arrangements affect tax liability.
"I can call the county and find out," said Bridget, who the board asked to check county tax rules and speak with the lessee before the next meeting. The board approved a motion to table the lease and requested follow‑up information to be presented in May.
The item will return to the agenda after staff report back on tax responsibilities, any conversations with the lessee about covering taxes, and whether the district should alter lease terms if the property is sold.
