MCS Regular Board Meeting - October 27, 2026

Marion Community Schools’ regular Board of School Trustees meeting was held October 27, 2026. The board approved a five-year bus replacement plan for 2027–2031 and a three-year capital projects plan for 2027–2029; the transcript does not specify individual projects or bus costs. The board also approved budget and funding resolutions, including a transfer from the Education Fund to the Operations Fund, an adjustment related to the 2027 budget and tax levy, and a 2026 appropriation transfer between funds. Discussion of the levy referenced an anticipated debt-service levy of approximately $6.2 million, with later adjustments expected as debt payments are finalized.

The board approved renewing the district’s MetLife 401(a) plans at current rates, choosing a three-year term for flexibility over a five-year option; the reported rate was about 2.5%. Members also discussed a career-pathways support service to be funded jointly through a Perkins grant and the district budget. The consent agenda and the 2027–28 school calendar were approved as well. Votes on the recorded action items passed by roll call; no specific vendor bids or new construction contract awards were identified.