GJPS BOE Finance and Facilities Committee Meeting - 7-14-26

The GJPS Board of Education Finance and Facilities Committee met on July 14, 2026, to review progress on multiple capital improvement projects funded by bond and capital dollars. Updates included demolition and construction activities at the high school, parking lot and storm structure installations, and expansions at Clark Hall preschool and Middle Schools West and South. The committee discussed change order processes, mechanical system upgrades, and athletic facility improvements. Financial reports highlighted capital fund balances exceeding $41 million with $3.6 million unappropriated, and general fund operating expenses were carefully managed amid revenue shortfalls due to delayed state payments and legislative impacts. The committee previewed a draft financial forecast projecting a deficit in fiscal year 2029 and recommended considering an operating levy in May 2027 to address future funding needs. The meeting concluded with a vote to adjourn.