Clinton City Schools Board of Education Meeting September 16, 2026

The Clinton City Schools Board of Education held a meeting on September 16, 2026, which included a comprehensive audit presentation and discussions on capital improvement projects. The auditor reported a clean, unmodified opinion on the district's financial statements, highlighting a positive fund balance of approximately $4.78 million and an increase in capital outlay fund balance to $767,000. The board discussed the financial health of the district, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy fund balance reserve. Updates were provided on the Samson Middle School roof renovation project, with phase one progressing well and phase two in pre-construction, aiming for completion before November 6. The board also considered the disposition of a historic property, voting to offer the county commissioners the right of first refusal, with discussions about obtaining an appraisal to determine fair market value. Additionally, the board reviewed a draft $49 million budget for a new preK-2 school project, with an anticipated state grant covering 86% of costs and a projected shortfall of about $4.9 million, potentially funded partially from the district's fund balance. The meeting concluded with the appointment of Mr. Frank Bradshaw to fill a board vacancy through July 2030.