Brookings School Board September Work Session - 9/28/2026

At the Brookings School Board September work session on September 28, 2026, staff presented an unaudited FY2026 budget wrap-up. Across funds, actual revenues were about $53.23 million, more than $500,000 above budget when planned fund-balance use is included; revenues exceeded expenditures by approximately $32,000. The presentation reviewed general, capital outlay, special education, and bond funds, along with ending fund balances and teacher compensation. The district’s science renovation required additional work related to existing construction conditions and was expected to finish by the end of October, a few weeks later than initially anticipated. No contract award, vendor selection, bid approval, or specific purchasing decision was identified.

The board and administration discussed developing fund-balance guiding principles and using finance committee work to inform the upcoming budget cycle. Planned reviews include transportation, staff benefits and compensation, and building efficiency, with reports and recommendations expected later in the year or by January. The district also reviewed enrollment trends and its strategic plan, including advancing the facilities master plan; further discussion of that plan was expected at a future board meeting. The agenda was moved and seconded, but the transcript does not capture the vote outcome; it ends as a motion to enter executive session is being requested.