WDMCS Board of Education Meeting (Sept. 28, 2026)

The West Des Moines Community Schools Board of Education held a meeting on September 28, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related decisions were made. The board approved the 2026-2027 early retirement plan and discussed proposed changes to the 2027-2028 plan, including raising the years of service requirement from 10 to 15 years while maintaining the minimum retirement age at 55. The discussion highlighted concerns about potential staff turnover and the financial sustainability of the plan amid declining enrollment and budget pressures. The board also approved several contracts and financial resolutions, including the SBRC applications totaling over $10.8 million for excess costs and special education deficits, acceptance of depository bank balances, and naming of depositories. Additionally, the board approved the final acceptance of a roof replacement project at Valley Southwoods, a Memorandum of Understanding with AmeriCorps for Crestview Elementary, a contract amendment with the Bureau of Refugee Services, a renewal with Learning Ally, and an incentive contract with Mid American Energy for a geothermal system installation. The meeting included discussions on policy compliance, curriculum material approvals, and legislative platform preparations for the upcoming IASB convention. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on budget management, staffing strategies, and contract approvals to support district operations and facilities.