Regular School Board Meeting: September 28, 2026

The ISD 622 Regular School Board Meeting held on September 28, 2026, focused extensively on educational programs, budgetary matters, and sustainability initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of grants totaling $80,000 to support student programs, such as a $75,000 Minneapolis Foundation CAP grant and a $5,000 state arts board grant. The board also reviewed and approved the proposed 2027 tax levy, which includes an $800 per pupil operating levy increase aimed at addressing budget shortfalls and maintaining educational services. Significant capital improvement projects highlighted were the installation of solar arrays at multiple school sites funded partly by a $500,000 Minnesota Department of Commerce grant, and the acquisition of three electric school buses supported by a $1.22 million state grant. The board discussed sustainability efforts that are expected to yield approximately $250,000 in annual savings, which will be reinvested into classrooms. Additionally, the meeting covered the district's waste reduction initiatives funded by county grants and the operational costs associated with nutrition services. The board emphasized the importance of the upcoming referendum to secure necessary funding for maintaining class sizes, retaining staff, and supporting student programs. No new contracting vehicles or vendor selections were reported, but the meeting underscored ongoing grant-funded projects and budget allocations critical to district operations.