Cascade School Board Regular Meeting—October 12, 2026

Cascade School Board regular meeting, October 12, 2026. The board received an update on the voter-approved facilities bond: the district finalized a three-year contract with HMK as owner’s representative for slightly more than $1.1 million. Roofing RFPs were issued, and the district is arranging energy audits and soil testing ahead of facilities work. The district also reported a potential $750,000 private donation toward artificial turf, with a broader project estimated at about $900,000; the track is planned to be funded through the bond, while turf and related additions would rely on donations and fundraising. The board approved a resolution accepting an OSCIM grant award, though the transcript did not specify its amount.

The board approved a resolution authorizing participation in the Oregon Education District pension-bond program, with the stated 5.25% borrowing-rate cap; administrators said this is preparatory and does not commit the district to issue a bond, which would require a later decision. It also approved investment of bond proceeds and authorized the superintendent to approve bond-related contracts up to $1.5 million, with reporting for contracts above the regular $300,000 threshold. The finance report cited a $130,000 year-over-year increase in September PERS costs and ongoing budget controls. The board also approved routine policy updates; no specific new procurement policy was identified.