Board approves 2026–27 budget (Resolution 1182) after public hearing

The Enumclaw School District board adopted Resolution 1182 to approve the 2026–27 budget after holding a public hearing at which no members of the public spoke.

Kyle Fletcher presented the budget overview, explaining the five-fund structure and key revenue drivers. "For revenues, we're projecting $90,717,720," Fletcher said. He told the board the district is estimating anticipated expenditures of $89,351,008.41, a projected beginning fund balance of about $11,500,000 and an estimated ending fund balance gain of roughly $365,000 in the draft plan.

Fletcher outlined major revenue sources: state basic education apportionment, state special purpose funding (notably special education), federal funds for targeted programs, the locally approved educational programs and operations (EP&O) levy projected to collect about $14,648,000, and capital revenues driven by a large land-sale transaction tied to school construction. He explained that approximately 83% of general fund spending goes toward staffing (salaries and benefits).

The board moved, seconded and approved the resolution by voice vote. The chair called for "all those in favor?" and members responded "Aye," after which the chair declared the motion passed. The budget now stands adopted as Resolution 1182 and will guide the district's financial operations for the coming year.