Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee Agenda
The committee reviewed districtwide enrollment trends, highlighting significant declines across all regions and a fall adjustment count below projections. External auditors presented the planning communication for the upcoming audit, focusing on scope, materiality, and the adoption of GASB 103. The committee also considered and moved forward several construction and renovation projects, including the Aspen Hall renovation, HVAC and control upgrades at DSST Montview and Goldrick, and electrical system improvements at the Oakland and Samsonite campuses.
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The board meeting featured a student highlight segment on African Immigrant Month and updates from the Superintendent, including videos on back-to-school communication and the DPS Thrives 2030 Strategic Roadmap. Monitoring reports were accepted, and various consent agenda items were approved, including facility projects (Brown and Edison AC Project, Lake MS HVAC Boilers Electrical Project, Facility Conditions Assessment), contracts (Denver Scholarship Foundation, Everdriven, Hop Skip Drive, Cisco Flex Agreement Renewal), and the CU Denver Lease. The board also approved the Facility Managers Association (FMA) Collective Bargaining Agreement and Personnel Transaction Report, and discussed future agenda items and board meeting performance.
Aug 10, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee Committee Meeting
The Committee meeting covered several key operational and financial topics, including a presentation on Denver Public Schools property taxes, Mill Levy Certification projections for December 2026, and a proposed package for a new Mill Levy Override. The committee reviewed and recommended approval for several construction and infrastructure projects, such as the Brown and Edison AC project, the Lake MS HVAC Boilers Electrical project, and a comprehensive districtwide Facility Conditions Assessment. Additionally, the committee evaluated and recommended the selection of Bimbo Bakeries USA as the vendor for the district's bakery products contract.
Jun 1, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee Finance and Audit Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed numerous financial and capital construction agenda items for recommendation to the Board of Education. Key discussions included an overview of the district's 2026-27 long-term debt obligations, financing strategies, and credit ratings. The committee also evaluated multiple bond-funded construction and facility renovation projects, including HVAC upgrades, fire alarm replacements, solar system installations, and new school construction such as the FNE Campus 29-Gateway E-5 project. Additionally, the committee addressed financial monitoring reports, new grant awards, and policy compliance matters.
