6/19/26 Workshops

This was a workshop meeting of the SBHC Board held on June 19, 2026, focusing primarily on property management and budget review. The board discussed several real estate matters, including the potential sale of a 5-acre property to the county's road and bridge department through an intergovernmental agreement without a bidding process, pending board approval. They also considered the status of a long-term lease and possible sale of the 541 East Inner Lake property to a nonprofit organization, with discussions about fair market value and lease terms. Additionally, the board reviewed the challenges in selling a deteriorated house on Winthrop Street, including the possibility of engaging a realtor via an RFP to facilitate the sale. Another property near Seaburn High School was mentioned as a potential sale opportunity. The meeting then transitioned to a detailed review of the school district's budget, highlighting changes in staffing allocations, including reductions and additions in specialist and support positions, and increases in contracted services such as custodial contracts and therapy services. The board expressed concern over rising expenses, particularly insurance costs, and declining enrollment impacting revenues, emphasizing the need for further budget cuts to maintain fiscal balance. The discussion included strategies for reallocating funds across departments and the timing of insurance plan adjustments. Public comments noted missed funding opportunities from state programs. No formal votes were recorded during the workshop, but several action items were identified, including pursuing appraisals, negotiating property sales, and continuing budget refinement ahead of upcoming public hearings.