2026 July 23rd School Board Special Meeting

The Clay County District Schools held a special school board meeting on July 23, 2026, focusing primarily on budget and procurement matters. The board approved the 2026-2027 mental health assistance allocation plan and revisions to school board policies and bylaws. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of a preferred physical therapy contract and an agreement with Rolling Hills Community Development District regarding recreational facility usage. The district's CFO presented a detailed overview of the tentative millage rates and budget advertisements for the upcoming fiscal year, highlighting stable millage rates with a slight decrease, property tax revenue timing, and the impact of enrollment uncertainties on budget projections. The board discussed the budget's composition, including general fund revenues, state and local funding changes, and the use of impact fees strictly for new growth projects. After thorough review and discussion, the board unanimously approved the tentative millage and budget advertisements, emphasizing careful fiscal management and transparency with taxpayers.