ISD 728 School Board Meeting June 23, 2025

The ISD 728 School Board held its regular meeting on June 23, 2025, where several procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. Key agenda items included an update on the transportation technology upgrade, specifically recommending enhancements to GPS and navigation systems to improve district services. The board reviewed the long-term facilities maintenance (LTFM) 10-year plan alongside the ongoing referendum projects approved in 2019, highlighting completed and upcoming capital improvement projects such as the construction of Prairie View Middle School and various building refreshes funded through referendum and LTFM dollars. The board also approved the uniform grant guidance policy related to federal revenue sources and discussed policy 606.5 concerning library materials, which was sent back to committee for further review. Additionally, the board addressed legislative updates impacting school funding, noting zero new general education funds for the next two fiscal years but increased flexibility in food service funding, including kitchen remodeling and appliance purchases. Motions were passed to approve the agenda, amend and approve prior meeting minutes, and to advance certain policies, reflecting ongoing governance and procurement oversight activities.