Budget Surplus Allocation for Facilities and Security
Allocation of large unassigned fund balance affects taxpayer funds for facility upgrades, safety equipment, and technology across district schools.
A school board discussion on April 21, 2026 addressed allocation of a large unassigned fund balance to facility and security upgrades. The board approved two lists of expenditures, with List Two passing on a 7 to 2 vote after amendments for safety items.
The issue of allocating a large unassigned fund balance arose during the school board's April 21, 2026 meeting, where members discussed year-end surplus funds stemming from special education savings.
Board members reviewed two prioritized lists of potential expenditures focused on facility upgrades, HVAC controls, safety equipment such as vape detection, technology, and school security systems including cameras and radios.
Discussion centered on the need to commit funds before the June 30 deadline while addressing immediate safety, facility, and equipment priorities.
The board approved List One expenditures covering items such as furniture, radios, and carpet replacement.
A split vote then occurred on List Two, which included security cameras at EHS, CMS, and SST along with additional radios, passing 7 to 2 after multiple amendments to incorporate safety and security items.
This allocation enables large-scale installations affecting students, staff, and parents, with the board emphasizing high-priority needs over broader wish lists amid noted concerns about transparency.
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