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Aug 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
USD 489 Board of Education Board Retreat
The board retreat focused on a comprehensive review of district operations, including a needs assessment for individual schools and an analysis of discipline and incident data. The agenda covered the Kansas Teacher Retention Survey results, a review of the five-year capital outlay outlook, and a budget and finance update for the upcoming fiscal year. Board members also participated in building tours and discussed the status of the Felten property.
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Board of Education of Unified School District 489 Regular Meeting
The board discussed and took action on several administrative and operational items, including the appointment of various school district roles, the adoption of the school calendar for 2026-2027, and the approval of policy changes. Significant actions included the authorization of new preventative maintenance contracts, the purchase of various school equipment such as HVAC units and playground equipment, and discussions regarding property sales. Financial matters, such as the local option budget resolution and year-end budget transfers, were also addressed. Additionally, a presentation was made regarding donations for new tennis courts.
Jun 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Unified School District No. 489 Regular Meeting
The board discussed and approved authorizations for year-end budget transfers and updated the classified employee overtime policy to align with FLSA regulations. Key actions included the approval of preventive maintenance contracts with Glassman Corporation, the rejection of bids for the Felten property, and discussions regarding the procedure for the closing and sale of the Rockwell Administrative Center. Additionally, the board reviewed district reports concerning SRO funding feasibility, donation acknowledgments, and a first reading of recommended policy updates.
Jun 1, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Hays Usd 489 Board of Education Special Board Meeting
The board meeting focused on several key items including executive sessions for employer-employee negotiations and personnel matters. The board approved the master negotiated bargaining agreements for certified employees for the 2026-2027 school year, including salary increases. Additionally, the board approved wage corrections and increases for classified employees, licensed support staff, and a specific salary increase for administrators and directors.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
