Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
At a Truth in Taxation hearing Dec. 8, Director Mark Stotts reviewed the district's budget and proposed a 2.24% property tax levy increase for taxes payable in 2026. After no public comments, the board voted to certify the levy by voice vote.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Auditor CLA told the Owatonna Public School District board on Dec. 8 that it issued a clean audit opinion with no findings, including on federal program testing. District revenues and expenses rose year over year, with most spending directed to instruction and a modest drawdown in unassigned fund balance.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
A community member told the Owatonna board the district should teach energy-return-on-energy-invested (EROEI) concepts and avoid calling electricity 'carbon free' without fuller context; the comment was delivered during public forum and did not prompt a board action.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
After a failed levy, the Owatonna Public School District board unanimously adopted a resolution directing the administration to recommend program and staff reductions; members said the resolution is a formal step to prepare for required cuts.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
The board approved new fundraising and memorials policies and updates to transportation and public-data procedures, adopted a district language access plan, and accepted a $10,000 final donation from Alaris Bank earmarked for Owatonna High School.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
During the meeting the board approved the consent agenda, changes to three policies, a resolution to use Minnesota State High School League Foundation funds, two extended student trips and acceptance of gifts; most votes were unanimous.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
At the Owatonna Public School District board meeting, district leaders and about 16 local businesses described partnership activities that give students workplace exposure, internships and hands-on learning tied to the district's career pathways program.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Owatonna School Board approved acceptance of multiple community gifts, many tied to homecoming events, and thanked donors for supporting district programs including the Huskies Pantry donation drive.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Owatonna School Board voted to certify the maximum preliminary property tax levy for taxes payable in 2026, a 2.24% increase over last year; board and staff described factors behind the rise and outlined next steps including a possible operating levy vote in November.
Minnesota / School Boards / OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Owatonna School Board approved a $260,000 purchase agreement for the former district office at 515 West Bridal Street, allowing the city to remodel the building for temporary law enforcement use; the board and city clarified roof-warranty transfer and skylight responsibility.