James Binney

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda and consent agenda items, which included the approval of previous financial reports and donations. Key discussions centered on the District Administrator's report, which covered the proposed library project, updates on the School Perceptions staff survey highlighting communication, time, and support as areas for focus, and a discussion regarding recent tax bills and state funding implications. New business involved the review and subsequent approval of a bid proposal from Waukesha Roofing for the replacement of the Merton Primary School roof section #1. Additionally, the Board conducted the final reading and approved the recommended changes to Policy 187 regarding Public Participation at Board Meetings, which places the "Community Forum" within the regular monthly meeting structure.

The meeting included a student showcase and community forum for discussion of district topics. Key business items addressed were the final review of the K-8 Science Curriculum, the approval of fiber optic replacements, and an addendum to the Arrowhead District Transportation Cooperative 66.0301 agreement. The board also reviewed the 2026-27 Master Agreement with the Arrowhead United Teachers Organization, and approved 2026-27 salaries for administration and instructional specialists.

The Board of Education convened to consider the employment, compensation, and benefits for the District Administrator and support staff during a closed session.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda. A student showcase featured fifth-grade Community Service Projects. A key agenda item was the presentation of the 2024-25 Audit Review/Findings, which resulted in an unmodified opinion, indicating a very clean audit with fund balance increasing overall. The consent agenda was approved, excluding personnel actions which were handled separately. Personnel actions included the approval of several resignations, one retirement, and one appointment. Discussions were held regarding the Principal's report focusing on a Student Survey. Committee reports covered the budget update for July-December 2024-2025, confirming revenue and expenses are on track, and outlining the 2026-2027 Budget Calendar and preliminary budget assumptions, noting a projected FTE increase and property value increase. New business involved presenting two options for the first draft of the 2026-27 District Calendar, approving the 2025-26 Open Enrollment Seat Allocation, approving administrative contracts, and discussing the potential addition of a part-time Human Resource Specialist position. Finally, the Board decided to proceed with refreshing the Intermediate School Library and classroom space (carpet, paint, ceiling) rather than pursuing the originally planned relocation and HVAC overhaul, and directed administration to gather bids for this refreshed scope.

The meeting agenda primarily covered procedural items, including the call to order and announcement of notice of open meeting publication, followed by the approval of the agenda. A significant portion of the meeting involved a motion and subsequent roll call vote to enter a closed session, pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85 (1) (c) (e), and (f), specifically for human resource interviews and the consideration of salary/benefit packages. The session concluded with a motion and roll call vote to return to open session, followed by adjournment.