# Hudsonville Public Schools Board of Education Special Meeting 11-5-2026

Hudsonville Public Schools Board of Education special meeting, November 5, 2026: The board approved the agenda and passed a motion approving the recommended teacher transition plan. The main discussion focused on what to do after the November election: voters narrowly approved the operational millage renewal (about 52%) but rejected the sinking-fund renewal, with the yes vote just under 50%. The superintendent said a sinking-fund renewal could return to the May 2027 ballot; the board would need to decide in January, and a resolution would be required. No new ballot proposal or spending authorization was approved at this meeting.

The board also discussed whether to pursue a school facilities bond in May 2027 or defer it. The district has spent nearly two years assessing needs, initially identifying up to $260 million in work and subsequently reducing the scope. Priorities discussed included safety and security, air quality and HVAC, playground accessibility, early-childhood access, career and technical education, and facility repairs, with possible attention to athletic access in the district’s south end. A bond would require further scope development and state Treasury review; construction costs were estimated to rise roughly 3–4% annually. No contract awards, vendor selections, or procurement votes were identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** November 05, 2026

### Sources
- [Hudsonville Public Schools Board of Education Special Meeting 11-5-2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdqskTew3kY) - Hudsonville Public Schools