WCCS Board of Trustees Meeting

The Whitley County Consolidated Schools Board of Trustees held a meeting on September 9, 2026, which included routine celebrations and updates from school principals and program directors. The primary procurement-related discussion focused on the presentation and review of the 2027 budget. The budget summary highlighted key funds including education, operations, debt service, and pension debt, with detailed explanations of funding sources, tax levies, and enrollment impacts. Board members engaged in a thorough discussion about property tax caps, levy limits, and the implications of declining student enrollment on future budgets. The board was informed about upcoming deadlines for budget advertisement, public hearing, and adoption, as well as related capital projects and bus replacement plans. Additionally, the board approved the appointment of Maline Greybel to the Peabody Public Library Board and passed the first reading of a revised student attendance policy. No contract awards, RFPs, or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.