Kuna School District Board of Trustees Regular Meeting - August 11th, 2026

The Kuna School District Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, focusing primarily on the discussion and approval of a supplemental levy resolution. The meeting included a detailed presentation by Michael Keith from Zion's Bank, who reviewed the district's historical tax structure, debt management, and the impact of state sales tax funds on capital projects and tax relief. The board discussed the current supplemental levy, which funds approximately 43 teachers, student technology, and textbooks, and the proposal to renew this levy for the 2027-2029 school years at the same amount of $3.69 million annually. Superintendent Marcus Myers and staff emphasized the levy’s role in supporting salaries, coaching stipends, and a school resource officer, as well as the district's commitment to fiscal responsibility and long-term capital planning aligned with community growth. The board unanimously approved the resolution to place the supplemental levy renewal on the November 3, 2026 ballot, with plans for a robust community communication strategy to inform voters. The meeting also included updates on student programs, athletics, and enrichment activities, but the primary procurement-related action was the levy approval to secure funding for staffing and educational resources.