Kris Lachenmeier

The board meeting agenda included several presentations such as the South Prairie Elementary video, a student medallion award, an IMS construction update, and a food service report. Special reports were provided by the Superintendent, finance department, and various associations. Action items included the approval of school calendars, the Confidential Employees Statement of Salaries and Benefits, and the contract for school district administrators. The Board also appointed a new Superintendent and approved contracts for the Tillamook High School and South Prairie paving project and an East Playground project. Revisions to policies concerning field trips, excursions, and public conduct on district property were discussed and approved, alongside a first reading of various other updated district policies.

The board meeting agenda includes presentations from the high school valedictorian/salutatorian and junior high school. Action items involve the approval of a negotiated agreement between the district and the education association, a resolution for Teacher Appreciation Week, and the adoption of a social studies curriculum. Further action items cover financial resolutions for appropriations and expenditure transfers, revisions to the school calendar, contract approvals for a high school re-roof project and energy solutions, establishment of interdistrict transfer numbers, and review of policies regarding field trips and excursions.

The special board meeting convened and immediately entered an Executive Session under ORS 192.660 (2)(h) to consult with legal counsel. The Chair noted that no decision was expected during this session, and any required public vote would occur after returning to open session, though the Board ultimately took no action upon concluding the Executive Session.

The agenda for the Regular Monthly Board Meeting includes an Executive Session to consult with counsel regarding current or likely litigation. Key topics for the regular session cover presentations on the NWRESD Local Service Plan and a Charity Drive. Special reports include updates from the Superintendent, Finance, Associations, and Board Members. Action items involve passing Resolution 2026-03 to approve the NWRESD Local Service Plan, approving SIA Grant Agreements for the District and Trask River HS, approving a revision to the 2025/26 School Calendar due to weather, and correcting Policy IKF regarding Graduation Requirements. Discussion items include recognizing School Board Appreciation Month and addressing a Budget Committee Vacancy.

The key discussion centered on declaring an emergency due to significant and unforeseen flooding at South Prairie Elementary School that occurred on December 18, 2025. In accordance with Policy DJC regarding Emergency Procurements, the Board of Directors acted as the Local Contract Review Board (LCRB) and passed a resolution to declare the emergency. The resolution authorized the interim superintendent and the Finance Director as designees to authorize emergency procurement for restoration-related functions, emphasizing the need for prompt execution to complete repairs by January 2nd. There was also discussion regarding coordination with the insurance company and organizing community volunteers to assist with moving furniture back into classrooms.