Special School Board Meeting (06-23-2026)

The FCS School Board held a special meeting on June 23, 2026, primarily to discuss and approve a proposed operating referendum for the November 2026 ballot. The referendum seeks community approval to increase the property tax rate by 29 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, with a maximum annual levy of $9 million, to sustain educational and operational funding stability through 2034. Presentations detailed the financial history, impacts of state legislation on property tax revenues, and the necessity of the referendum to maintain competitive teacher salaries, safety initiatives, and academic programming. Legal counsel outlined the procedural steps and compliance requirements for placing the referendum on the ballot. The board voted unanimously to approve the resolution and spending plan, authorizing administration to finalize necessary certifications with county and state authorities. Additionally, the board approved the establishment of the Franklin Cove Academy logo for the upcoming school year.