Jenkins Independent School Board September 22, 2026

The Jenkins Independent School Board held a meeting on September 22, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The board approved the working budget for fiscal year 2027, which totals just over $7 million, reflecting increased enrollment and costs. They also approved the 2026-2027 tax rates, including a general fund tax rate of 84 cents per $100 assessed value for real and personal property, with allocations for construction and maintenance projects. Additionally, the board approved a memorandum of understanding with the Kentucky Education Fund to participate in a student scholarship program, potentially benefiting dual credit students. Significant progress was made on capital improvement projects under BG26-203, including approval of construction documents for multiple phases, advertisement for bids, and payment of an invoice totaling $224,000 to the architect firm Al 32 for services rendered. The board also approved out-of-state overnight trips for student athletic teams and granted FMLA leave for employees. No votes were taken in executive session, which was convened briefly at the meeting's end.