03-23-26 Board Workshop

The Coeur d'Alene Public Schools Board of Trustees held a workshop on March 23, 2026, focusing on several key topics including technology procurement, budget updates, school safety, and property management. A significant procurement-related discussion involved the removal of a consent agenda item due to an unforeseen price increase from HP for hardware purchases, delaying approval until updated pricing is available. The finance update highlighted property tax relief impacts on levy funding and emphasized transparency in budget reporting. The safety and security update detailed staffing levels, training protocols, and future infrastructure upgrades funded by a safety levy, with plans to enhance communication systems and expand safety personnel. Additionally, the board discussed a complex property trade proposal involving multiple owners near Woodland Elementary School to consolidate district-owned land for better operational use, with anticipated minimal costs for appraisals and surveys. The board agreed to continue working on these initiatives and scheduled future meetings for further deliberations.