# 10-27-26 Special Board Meeting

The Leavenworth USD 453 special board meeting on October 27, 2026, focused on interviewing applicants for a vacant board position. The board adopted the agenda unanimously, then heard presentations and questions from five applicants. Candidates discussed literacy, career and technical education, attendance, family engagement, district culture, declining resources, and the board’s governance role. The board also considered scheduling commitments and a concern about one applicant’s concurrent service on the state board of education. Michael Powell was selected to fill the vacancy; the transcript indicates he received four votes. The board thanked all applicants and encouraged them to remain involved and consider running in the next election.

No procurement activity was identified: the meeting included no contract awards, bids, vendor selections, or purchasing decisions. Although candidates discussed reduced state funding and district priorities, no specific budget allocation or spending action was taken.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Published:** October 27, 2026

### Sources
- [10-27-26 Special Board Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QYJLPFEMe0) - LeavenworthUSD453