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Board accepts $3.4 million SIA allocation, will monitor state budget outlook
Summary
The board formally accepted a $3,400,000 Student Investment Account (SIA) allocation; superintendent briefed members on state reduction scenarios and legislative timeline that could affect next school year.
The Milton-Freewater Unified SD 7 board voted to accept its Student Investment Account allocation of $3,400,000 and discussed potential state budget reduction scenarios.
Martin Moore told the board the SIA allocation is $3,400,000 and that the state provides districts the opportunity to decline funds; he recommended accepting the dollars. "Our SIA grant, is, $3,400,000," he said during the meeting. The motion to accept the grant was moved, seconded and carried on a voice vote.
Moore and board members also discussed recent guidance from OSBA and the Oregon Department of Education outlining 1% to 5% reduction scenarios. Moore emphasized that no cuts are being applied to this school year but that the district is preparing for possibilities in the next school year and will rely on upcoming economic forecasts and legislative action to shape planning.
Why it matters: SIA dollars are earmarked for student-centered investments; while acceptance secures the funding, the district must plan against state-level budget uncertainty next year. Moore said staff will continue to monitor legislative developments and report back as the state forecast and committee work proceed.
