Regular Board Meeting: June 23, 2026

The Regular Board Meeting of Independent School District 622 held on June 23, 2026, focused primarily on the approval of the fiscal year 2027 budget and related financial matters. The board approved the preliminary FY27 budget totaling approximately $288 million in revenues and $295 million in expenditures across nine funds, with the general fund comprising over 70% of the budget. Key budget assumptions included a 2.69% increase in the basic formula allowance, flat enrollment projections, and rising insurance and utility costs. The board also approved a $2.385 million insurance renewal for FY27, reflecting a 9.4% increase due to market conditions and claims history. Additionally, the board adopted the 10-year long-term facilities maintenance plan for FY28, supporting ongoing capital projects funded by previously issued bonds. The meeting included motions and roll call votes to approve budget revisions, insurance renewals, and election-related resolutions. Discussions highlighted ongoing budget challenges due to flat state funding and rising costs, with emphasis on the need for community support for future referenda to sustain district operations and investments.