February 24th, 2026 School Board Regular Meeting

The Osseo Area Schools Board held a regular meeting on February 24, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement topics included the presentation and approval of the issuance and sale of general obligation school building and refunding bonds totaling $60 million, with favorable interest rates and significant taxpayer savings. The board also reviewed and approved mid-year budget adjustments for fiscal year 2026, noting a net increase in fund balance of nearly $5.9 million and ongoing financial challenges with a projected deficit of $16.8 million. Additionally, the board approved the fiscal year 2027 long-range financial planning and capital expenditure budget, aligning resources with district priorities. A strategic one-year investment was approved to add 18 licensed special education staff and 18 educational support professionals to address increased special education enrollment, with plans for further discussion in upcoming work sessions. Renovation projects for Maple Grove Middle School and Osseo Middle School media centers were also presented, with construction scheduled for summer 2026. The meeting concluded with policy approvals and a closed session.