NPSD School Board Finance Committee Meeting 8-4-26

The NPSD School Board Finance Committee met on August 4, 2026, to discuss several financial and procurement matters. Key procurement-related topics included approval of a $183,000 contract for application managed services to support the district's ERP and HIS systems, including a planned migration to a cloud-based finance product. The committee also approved an RFP award to Transportation Advisory Services for a transportation department operational audit, which will evaluate fleet management options including propane versus diesel fuel. Additionally, the committee approved a retroactive 3.7% wage increase for non-union staff as budgeted. Financial reports highlighted a year-end cash balance of approximately $117,552 and ongoing efforts to optimize investment strategies with Cornerstone and Plegate for bond funds. The committee also discussed the CFO transition process and plans for interim leadership. Motions related to budget transfers and contract approvals were passed unanimously.