April 20, 2026 School Board Meeting

The Lewis Central Community School District held a school board meeting on April 20, 2026, focusing heavily on budget approval, capital projects, and procurement decisions. The board approved the 2026-2027 budget and certified levy, setting the levy rate at approximately $11.20 per $1,000 of taxable valuation, which includes funding for a recently sold $9.5 million general obligation bond. The meeting included detailed updates on ongoing and upcoming capital improvement projects such as athletic building remodels, mechanical and lighting upgrades, and safety technology installations. Procurement actions included approval of a $46,000 purchase of a new all-aluminum trailer from Prairie Wind for band and choir equipment storage, and a $243,400 contract with InnoTech for purchasing 800 Chromebooks, favoring a local vendor. Additionally, the board approved the resolution directing the sale of the $9.5 million general obligation bonds, with bond proceeds to support construction and renovation projects. An addendum to the memorandum of understanding with Green Hills AEA was approved to increase social worker support at a cost of $22,320. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss a confidential open enrollment application, resulting in a motion to deny the request. Overall, the meeting emphasized fiscal responsibility, capital improvements, and technology procurement to support district operations and student needs.