PLCS Board of Education Meeting August 10, 2026

The Papillion La Vista Community Schools Board of Education held a meeting on August 10, 2026, primarily focused on budget amendments, policy reviews, and staffing updates ahead of the new school year. A key procurement-related discussion involved amending the 2025-26 bond fund budget from $18.5 million to $20.9 million to cover principal and interest payments on bonds issued for construction projects, including those from the 2023 bond initiative. The board approved this amendment following a public hearing. Additionally, the board approved two-year negotiated agreements for clerical and paraprofessional staff with a 3.5% total package increase. The meeting also included a detailed presentation on the 2026-27 budget and tax considerations, highlighting a proposed general fund budget increase to $177.4 million, driven by new school openings and rising special education costs. The board discussed maintaining a responsible tax levy, with plans to adopt a property tax cap resolution in the coming weeks. Policy reviews included the addition of a new policy addressing federal funding requirements for construction projects. Overall, the meeting emphasized fiscal responsibility, staffing adequacy, and preparation for the upcoming school year.