Kalispell Public Schools - Regular Board Meeting - June 9th 2026

The Kalispell Public Schools Board held a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, focusing heavily on budget negotiations, contract approvals, and capital improvement projects. The board approved personnel activity reports, stipend renewals, and ratified collective bargaining agreements with both certified and classified staff unions, reflecting negotiated salary increases and benefit adjustments. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing budget challenges, including a projected deficit in the elementary general fund and strategies to manage costs through attrition and program adjustments. The board also approved a $1.1 million contract award to Northwest Mechanical for HVAC system replacement at Hedrick's Elementary, funded through an internal capital loan. Additionally, the board renewed a memorandum of agreement with Little Explorers for childcare services on school premises, including updated liability procedures. The meeting concluded with discussions on strategic planning and legislative priorities for the upcoming year, emphasizing proactive financial management and community engagement.