SCPS Budget Public Hearing - 09-08-2026

The Semol County Public Schools (SCPS) held a budget public hearing on September 8, 2026, to discuss and approve the millage rates and final budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The hearing included a presentation on the proposed millage rates, which totaled 5.231 mills, representing a 3.04% increase over the rollback rate. The budget reflected adjustments for a projected decrease in student enrollment and included carryover funds not accounted for in the tentative budget. Public comments highlighted concerns about teacher pay and inflation, noting a lack of real raises over several years. The board voted to adopt resolution 2026-14 to determine revenues and millages and resolution 2026-15 to adopt the final budget for the fiscal year, both motions passing unanimously.