School Board Meeting - June 2, 2026

The Rochester Public Schools ISD535 held a school board meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing extensively on the district's 2027-2028 budget proposal and related fiscal matters. Key procurement-related discussions included a detailed presentation of the general fund budget, highlighting an $8.3 million budget gap addressed through enrollment adjustments, fund balance use, and cost reductions across learning sites and central office cost centers. The board reviewed staffing allocations, compensatory revenue reallocations, and anticipated increases in healthcare and transportation costs. Additionally, the board discussed the issuance of $34.8 million in general obligation facilities maintenance bonds (Series 2026A) to finance long-term capital projects, with favorable bidding results and a AAA credit rating. The bond sale resolution was approved unanimously. The meeting also covered the proposed 2027-2028 school calendar and upcoming facilities funding discussions, with no immediate capital expenditures planned for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Overall, the meeting emphasized responsible fiscal stewardship, strategic resource allocation, and maintaining stable tax impacts while supporting educational priorities.