Sept. 22, 2026 | RSD Board Meeting

The Richland School District (RSD) Board meeting held on September 22, 2026, focused extensively on community facility planning and budget considerations. A community task force presented recommendations prioritizing urgent facility needs such as safety and security improvements, modernization of Chief Joe Middle School, and replacement of aging modular buildings at River's Edge. The task force proposed a bond measure of approximately $103 million, which would result in a modest tax increase of 17 cents per thousand dollars of assessed home value, aimed at funding these renovations and upgrades. The board discussed the timeline for renovations, cost estimates, and the importance of community support for the bond. Additionally, the meeting addressed ASB (Associated Student Body) funding disparities across schools, with discussions on fee waivers for low-income students and potential use of GISA funds to level the playing field. The board also reviewed academic goals and received a fiscal update projecting revenues and expenditures for the year. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the facility bond planning and budget allocations represent significant upcoming procurement and capital improvement activities for the district.