Edgewood City Schools - Special Board Meeting - 5/4/2026

The Edgewood City Schools Board held a special meeting on May 4, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions focused on the pay-to-participate fees for student athletics and extracurricular activities. The board reviewed current fee structures, participation rates, and the potential impact of lowering fees to increase student engagement and community involvement. Various fee reduction scenarios were discussed, including lowering fees for first and second sports and adjusting fees for third sports and fine arts participation, with an emphasis on balancing revenue with increased participation. Additionally, the board approved the resignation of Superintendent Curtis Foltz effective July 31, 2026, and the employment contract of incoming Superintendent Jeffrey C. Madden. The board also approved the fiscal year 2027 administrative and exempt compensation schedule and the contract for Chris Polipnick as Director of Business Operations. All motions related to contracts and compensation were passed unanimously (5-0).