2026-07-15 | Regular Board Meeting

The Taylor School District held a regular board meeting on July 15, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related discussions took place. The board discussed and approved placing an operating millage replacement proposal on the November ballot to maintain and slightly increase the current millage rate on non-homestead (commercial) property, aiming to secure stable funding for the district over the next ten years. The proposal includes a 0.5 mill increase plus a 2 mill "cushion" to protect against future rollbacks, with an estimated loss of $400,000 annually if not approved. Additionally, the board approved the hiring of a new school improvement coordinator and a new high school principal, with specified salary steps and start dates. A significant capital improvement project was also approved: emergency masonry restoration at Randall Elementary School, with a contract awarded to JMD Building Restoration for $138,785 to address structural issues before the school year begins. The board emphasized the emergency nature of this no-bid contract and discussed the importance of contractor presence for future bids. The millage proposal will be revisited for final approval at the August 5 meeting to meet county filing deadlines.