Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Hinckley-Big Rock Community School District 429.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Hinckley
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
730
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1719260
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
3
Mascot
School mascot.
Royals
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
149.89
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Hinckley-Big Rock Community School District 429
The meeting began with a budget hearing concerning the adoption of the FY27 budget, where officials clarified that the budget is balanced despite appearing as a deficit on state forms due to the handling of bond proceeds. Discussions also covered the fiscal impact of open enrollment for health insurance and energy costs. The board acknowledged a staff member for her significant contributions to the district's library programs and literacy efforts. Additionally, the board received a report on the FY26 audit, which resulted in an unmodified, clean opinion. The audit review highlighted the district's strong financial status, detailed the breakdown of fixed assets including lease accounting, and covered long-term debt and subsequent events.
The board discussed the upcoming 150th anniversary celebration of the village, reviewed committee updates regarding regional vocational education and facilities maintenance, and heard reports on student representative activities and food service. Administrative updates covered the end-of-year financial summary, summer facility repairs, and student enrollment figures. The board deliberated on the tentative budget for the upcoming fiscal year, upcoming school board elections, policy reviews, and a potential district website redesign. Action items included the approval of meal prices, substitute rates, and a resolution for a permanent fund transfer between financial accounts.
The board meeting covered several key administrative and operational topics. Committee reports included updates on building and grounds projects, IVVC budget and upcoming meeting schedules, and the selection of a new food service management company. Administrative discussions focused on the end-of-year review, progress toward district goals including academic achievement strategies and technology implementation for the upcoming school year. The board also reviewed a draft of the FY27 budget and discussed safety and security policies. Action items included the approval of a contract with a food service management company, the renewal of the superintendent's contract, and the authorization of taxable bonds for the working cash fund.
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