06.15.2026 LJSD Budget Hearing

The Lakeland Joint School District 272 School Board held a budget hearing on June 15, 2026, to review and approve the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 school year. The total proposed budget was approximately $78.9 million, with $51.1 million in general fund revenues and $27.7 million in other funds. Key procurement-related discussions included budget allocations for salaries, benefits, liability insurance, and various federal and state grants. The board discussed the budgeting approach for property tax revenues to ensure full levy capacity and reviewed multiple funds including federal grants, special education, Medicaid reimbursements, and facility projects. The board also addressed capital improvement projects such as boiler replacement and parking lot repairs, with some funds earmarked for these projects. Additionally, the board approved a motion to increase school meal prices and discussed a proposed increase in before- and after-school program fees, ultimately tabling the fee increase for further review. The meeting concluded with the approval of the proposed budget and authorization for the CFO to submit documentation to the Idaho State Department of Education.