Community speakers press Park Rapids board on school finance adjustments
Six local residents spoke during public comment urging the board to reconsider or mitigate proposed class- and staff-reduction plans tied to declining enrollment and funding shifts for 2026-27.
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During the public-comment period, six community members — Stephen Funk, Christine Sauer, Bryan Hirt, Leah Weaver, Gary Gauldin and Jennifer Morrell — addressed the board on school finance and proposed adjustments tied to declining enrollment. Speakers raised concerns about the effects on students, programs and staff and urged the board to consider alternatives before final decisions.
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