Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Larry Usher’s organization
Jun 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Umatilla County School District #8 Regular Meeting Minutes
The meeting included a public hearing on the 2025-2026 supplemental budget, resulting in the adoption of a resolution to amend budget appropriations. Presentations were made recognizing student achievements in athletics, FBLA, FCCLA, and FFA. The board received financial reports, reviewed enrollment updates, and approved personnel resignations and appointments. Additionally, the board adopted the 2026-2027 district budget, accepted various gifts, approved the 2026-2027 board meeting schedule, and authorized the district to rejoin the InterMountain Education Service District.
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Umatilla County School District #8 Budget Committee Budget Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed budget revisions, specifically noting the receipt of a $1 million Summer Learning Grant. The Director of Business Services reviewed the district's general fund, explaining tax rates for education and bonds, the debt service funds, and the collection process for general fund taxes. Committee members posed questions regarding guidance services, instructional staff development, transportation, food service funds, construction and maintenance, and staffing levels. The committee ultimately approved the budget for the upcoming fiscal year, including the permanent tax rate and debt service payments.
May 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Umatilla County School District #8 Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered several key agenda items, including a presentation on Social Sciences curriculum adoption for grades 6-12 and discussions regarding rejoining the InterMountain Education Service District (IMESD). The board also reviewed financial reports, received an enrollment update, and recognized student achievements at the National Student Television Network Convention. Approvals were granted for personnel appointments and resignations, acceptance of various gifts and scholarships, and membership in the WIAA for the 2026-2027 school year. Furthermore, the board authorized contracts for painting and HVAC improvements at Highland Hills Elementary School, approved Social Sciences curriculum materials, and held an executive session.
May 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Umatilla County School District #8 Budget Committee Special Meeting
The committee held elections for the chair and vice-chair for the 2026-2027 school year. Key agenda items included an overview of the calendar of events, a review of revenue and expenditure information, current year planning assumptions and trends, and board-approved budget planning parameters. The 2026-2027 budget message and proposed budget document were presented. Additionally, public comment was received regarding the IMESD, and the committee engaged in discussions concerning job posting strategies and budget projections.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
