TSD Board Meeting - September 25, 2025

The Tumwater School District Board meeting on September 25, 2025, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement topics included the review and approval of the 2026-2028 School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement, with discussions about the contract cost, service providers (city police vs. sheriff's department), and compliance with state laws. The board also approved a resolution related to capital projects impact fees and reviewed the OSPI 2526 grant application for Cascadia School, aimed at school improvement. Additionally, the board approved the 2526 collective bargaining agreement with the Tumwater Education Association, which included salary increases and other contract terms. Financial updates highlighted enrollment declines impacting budget projections, with concerns about a potential million-dollar deficit and ongoing spending adjustments. Policy updates were approved to ensure compliance with state laws on curriculum inclusivity, non-discrimination, student offenses, and facility use. The meeting also covered legislative priorities and strategic plan highlights, but no new procurement contracts beyond those noted were discussed.