School Town of Munster Board of School Trustees Regular School Board Meeting 9/14/26

The Munster Board of School Trustees held a regular meeting on September 14, 2026, focusing heavily on budgetary and capital project planning. Key procurement-related discussions included the presentation and public hearing on the 2027 budget, which detailed operating funds, education funds, and a bus replacement plan spanning 2027 to 2031. The board also reviewed a $62 million bond issuance plan to finance capital projects without increasing the tax rate, with bond counsel and municipal advisors explaining the debt structure and repayment terms. Several resolutions were approved, including one authorizing the bond issuance process and another ratifying storm response adjustments to the school calendar. Additionally, the board approved an employee facility dog program, establishing policies and fundraising efforts to support comfort dogs in schools. Financial reports highlighted anticipated insurance claims related to storm damage, which may require additional budget appropriations. The meeting concluded with updates on construction projects and acknowledgments of staff efforts during recent storm recovery.