Dayton Board of Education - Review Session - February 10, 2026

The Dayton Board of Education held a review session on February 10, 2026, focusing primarily on budgetary and financial matters related to Dayton Public Schools. The meeting included a detailed presentation by the budget director on the district's fund structure, appropriations, and estimated resources, highlighting a general fund appropriation of $280 million for the current year. The treasurer provided a financial forecast outlining revenue sources, expenditures, and concerns about rising costs and potential future deficits, emphasizing the district's reliance on state funding and the impact of recent state legislation on property tax revenue. Contractual matters were also discussed, including ongoing negotiations related to union dues and calamity day pay, as well as contracts for shared resources and technology upgrades. The board approved motions related to travel expense reimbursements and certain contract items, with some items deferred for future consideration. Additionally, the meeting featured updates on academic and extracurricular programs, student achievements, and community engagement efforts, though no new procurement awards or capital project contracts were finalized during this session.