MPS Regular Board Meeting 08/05/2026

The Minot Public School Board held its regular meeting on August 5, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the 2026-2027 adult education grant and the first reading of the 2026 tax levy and 2026-2027 budget. The proposed tax levy was set at 130.88 mills, expected to generate approximately $36.7 million in property tax revenue, reflecting a decrease in mills but an increase in revenue due to valuation changes. The budget projects revenues of about $130.8 million against expenditures of $131.5 million, indicating a deficit of approximately $690,000. The board also discussed the timing and calculation of the tax levy, including the sinking and interest levy related to bond payments. Additionally, motions were passed to appoint liaisons for homeless and foster care students and to rescind an outdated policy on animals in classrooms. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but the budget and levy discussions are critical for future procurement and spending decisions within the district.