MACCRAY board adopts FY27 budget, renews State High School League membership

The MACCRAY School District board voted to adopt the fiscal year 2027 original budget and approved renewal of the district’s membership in the Minnesota State High School League.

Board members heard that the district’s available fund balance stands at about $399,000, with roughly $40,000 planned for use in the coming fiscal year to cover near‑term needs. Administrators said they built conservative estimates for next year, including higher projected energy costs, and plan to watch expenses closely.

The budget vote followed discussion of one‑time revenues and preschool seat awards that helped offset recurring costs. Board members noted the district recently received nine voluntary pre‑K seats that will provide additional preschool funding this year, though administrators cautioned those allocations are not guaranteed in future years.

The board then considered a resolution to renew membership in the Minnesota State High School League. The resolution cites Minnesota statute section 128 C1 and affirms that the district will follow the league’s constitution, bylaws and eligibility rules for interscholastic activities. The membership renewal required a roll call and was adopted.

Board members said they plan to continue reviewing policy and operational spending as negotiations and staffing decisions proceed later in the summer. The board scheduled follow‑up work on policy review and will present details of negotiated cost items after finalizing budget figures.

Outcome: The FY27 original budget and the Minnesota State High School League membership resolution were adopted at the meeting. Vote tallies for the budget were taken by voice vote and are not specified in the meeting record; the league resolution was approved by roll call.