Westlake City School District Board of Education Work Session April 13, 2026

The Westlake City School District Board of Education held a work session on April 13, 2026, focusing primarily on capital improvement projects funded through the district's Permanent Improvement (PI) fund. The discussion detailed the management of approximately $1.1 million in annual PI levy revenue, with allocations toward building maintenance, transportation, and equipment upgrades. Key projects included roof repairs at the high school, resurfacing the performing arts center stage, parking lot maintenance, and purchasing new classroom furniture. The board also discussed the acquisition of new school buses, noting rising costs and the importance of maintaining a replacement cycle. Additionally, the session covered the district's financial stability amid changes in tax advance payments from the county and the potential for future ballot initiatives to fund larger capital projects. No formal votes on procurement were recorded during this meeting, but several action items and recommendations were presented for future consideration.