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Starmont board adopts budget-guarantee resolution and sets public hearings for budget
Summary
The Starmont Community School District board adopted a budget-guarantee resolution under Iowa Code section 257.14 and scheduled two public budget hearings for March 24 and April 14, 2025; the move follows superintendent briefings on budget-process changes and a preview of the 2025–26 budget.
The Starmont Community School District Board voted 4–0 on Feb. 10 to adopt a budget-guarantee resolution under section 257.14 of the Code of Iowa that authorizes the district to levy property taxes for the regular program budget adjustment for fiscal year 2025–2026. Jacob Moellers moved for adoption; Douglas Puffett seconded and the roll call vote was recorded as ayes from Althoff, Moellers, Puffett and Recker; there were no nays.
Superintendent Robert Busch briefed the board on upcoming changes to the budget process and presented a preview of the 2025–26 budget, including use of the district's five-year projection tool and a forecasted 2% state supplemental aid increase. Following the resolution, the board set two public hearings to receive input on the 2025–26 budget: March 24 at 6:30 p.m. and April 14 at 6:30 p.m.
The resolution directs the district to levy property taxes consistent with the statutory mechanism in section 257.14, Code of Iowa, to maintain the regular program funding level. The board's action was framed as a procedural step required to finalize the district's levy plan for the coming fiscal year.
Next steps: the district will proceed with the public notice and hearing process on the scheduled dates and incorporate public feedback and any required updates to the budget before final adoption.
