School Board Meeting | June 8, 2026

The Dubuque Community School District Board of Education held a meeting on June 8, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related decisions were made. The board approved a $300,000 transfer from the statewide voluntary preschool funds to a flexibility account to cover general fund expenditures beyond allowable administrative fees. They authorized the purchase of eight new 65-passenger school buses with seat belts for just under $1.2 million, with delivery expected in January 2027. The board also approved a $14,500 professional services agreement with WHKS for survey work related to Roosevelt Middle School renovations. Additionally, the board conditionally approved and authorized a $1.9 million installment contract to purchase real estate from the Keystone Area Education Agency, with plans to lease part of the space back to the agency. Other financial actions included approving preschool and student fee schedules, transferring $27,556.91 from the General Fund to the Student Activity Fund for athletic safety gear, authorizing payment of final June bills, and approving the sale of three used school buses via public bid. The meeting also included recognition of staff and board members, updates on construction projects, and appointment of a new board member. No new contracts or RFPs beyond those noted were discussed.