# WSD F&R Meeting August 19, 2026


**Body:** Tosa Schools
**Date:** August 18, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Energy & Utilities, Construction & Infrastructure, Physical Infrastructure


The Tosa Schools Finance and Resource Committee met on August 19, 2026. The committee reviewed financing options for a potential solar project: leasing versus paying upfront from fund balance. Staff recommended using fund balance, citing lower financing costs and an expected fund balance near the board’s 15% threshold. Members generally supported bringing that approach to the full board for discussion in September, subject to confirmation from the district auditor regarding the rebate. No project award or final financing decision was made. If the board approves the project, staff would return with a not-to-exceed amount and later present bids and project timing; the project team would manage bidding. The committee also discussed the city’s planned 2031 North Avenue and 76th Street intersection work and school access options. The city needs an indication by year-end if the district wants to coordinate its work with the city project; an estimate of about $43,000 with a 15% contingency was mentioned, though the transcript is unclear. Staff will bring deadlines and further information to the committee next month.

The committee received updates on renovations at four elementary schools, including schedule and occupancy planning, fire-alarm work, and storm-related water intrusion at Roosevelt; no new construction contract awards were reported. Financial updates noted that a building-and-grounds vehicle purchase was making one expenditure category appear unusually high, with no amount stated. The committee approved the July 17 meeting minutes. No other spending or procurement actions were approved.

**Source:** Tosa Schools