DPS BOE Meeting 6/8/2026

The DeWitt Panthernet Board of Education held a meeting on June 8, 2026, primarily focused on approving the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget for the public schools. The budget presentation detailed revenues and expenditures across the general fund, food service fund, and student activity fund, highlighting a slight deficit in the general fund with expenditures exceeding revenues by approximately $26,500. Key procurement-related discussions included capital improvement projects totaling $157 million planned in three phases without increasing the current mill rate, covering building renovations, technology upgrades, and facility enhancements. The board also discussed operational budget items such as wage adjustments, staffing changes, and food service capital outlay for equipment replacement. Additionally, the meeting covered the adoption of the budget, approval of professional hires, and recognition of teacher tenure. The athletic department presented updates on sports programs, including a new one-year contract with Vertical Raise for online donations and app development, which involves a startup cost of nearly $10,000. No specific contract awards or RFPs were detailed, but the capital project funding and partnership with Vertical Raise represent significant procurement activities. The meeting concluded with community engagement remarks and encouragement to support local library initiatives.