# Norfolk Public Schools NE Board Meeting 9/14/2026


**Body:** Norfolk Public Schools - NE Board Meetings
**Date:** September 13, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education, Professional Services, Grants & Funding, Policy


The Norfolk Public Schools NE Board held a meeting on September 14, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and approving the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget and tax request. The board discussed detailed budget figures, including estimated revenues, expenses, and cash reserves, highlighting a total operating budget of approximately $63.6 million with a tax request of about $38.6 million. Public comments raised concerns about tax increases, budget transparency, and the impact on taxpayers, especially those with lower incomes. The board addressed these concerns by explaining the necessity of budgeting cash reserves and maintaining a balanced budget. Several board policies related to purchasing, public access to records, and community use of facilities were revised and approved on first reading. Additionally, the board approved the cancellation of a staff contract and reaffirmed community relations policies. The meeting included updates on student programs, safety initiatives, and human resources activities, but the primary procurement-related actions were the budget and tax request approvals and policy revisions affecting purchasing and vendor interactions.

**Source:** Norfolk Public Schools - NE Board Meetings