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Superintendent thanks public safety, flags revenue and tax changes and urges legislative engagement
Summary
Superintendent Lewis thanked Fridley Public Safety for help during a recent crisis, introduced an Employee of Excellence, and reviewed anticipated changes to compensatory revenue, tax impact and tax burden while urging board outreach to legislators on AMSD, SAFF and MSBA priorities.
Superintendent Lewis opened the district report with a message of gratitude for Fridley Public Safety, crediting them for assistance during a recent crisis. The superintendent also introduced Mary Henry as the Employee of Excellence, presented by Director of Administrative Services Lori Andler.
The superintendent reviewed upcoming changes affecting compensatory revenue and discussed potential impacts on the district's tax burden. Lewis asked board members to engage with local legislators and to familiarize themselves with the legislative platforms of AMSD, SAFF and MSBA to support Fridley Public Schools' priorities.
Board members provided updates from regional groups and conferences: Sara Jones shared NE Metro 916 and MSBA conference notes; Chair Jake Karnopp shared AMSD updates. The reports were informational and did not include formal board actions at the meeting.
