Lansing Unified School District 469

The meeting commenced with a roll call, noting one member was absent. Key agenda items included the approval of the agenda as presented, which passed with a 5-1 vote with one opposition. The Board subsequently approved the employment of William Utz as High School Teacher and Head Football Coach with a 6-1 vote, again with one opposition. The meeting concluded shortly thereafter.

Key discussions during the meeting included the recognition of a stand-out student and staff member. The consent agenda, approved as amended, covered the approval of minutes from prior meetings in January 2026 and financial/personnel reports, alongside accepting donations for the Food Pantry and District Food Bank. Public presentations featured audience comments and a Winter Fastbridge Update on student achievement. Finance and various department reports were presented. New business involved the review and approval of draft school calendars for 2026-27 and 2027-28, and the acceptance of a bus bid from Midwest Bus Sales for FY2027. Old business focused on the approval of updated KASB Policies from December 2025, with the exception of Policy IIBE on Artificial Intelligence (AI), which was deferred for committee review. The board also entered into an executive session to discuss individual employee performance and personnel changes.

This document provides an update on Lansing Unified School District 469's Long Range Planning Process for facility improvements. It includes an overview of the facility analysis, presenting assessment scores and condition ratings across all school levels, along with estimated deferred maintenance. The update also details the visioning survey questions and results, highlighting community feedback on short-term needs and long-term goals for facility enhancements, such as general renovations, improved air quality, and expanded access to quality technology. The objective is to inform and engage the Board in the ongoing planning for the District's future facilities.

This document presents the results of a community survey conducted for Lansing USD469 in December 2024 by ExcellenceK12. The survey measured community perceptions, identified district strengths, and assessed potential support for future bond projects. Key findings indicate high satisfaction with district performance and strong support for CTE expansion and an alternative school, but lower support for certain facility renovations. The report outlines next steps and recommendations to increase community awareness of facility conditions and project rationale, emphasizing their educational impact to garner greater tax support.

This document outlines the rationale, scope, and financial impact of a bond election for Lansing USD469, scheduled for March 3. It addresses community feedback regarding facility maintenance, safety, and Career & Technical Education expansion, while also considering tax sensitivity. The bond proposes two questions: one for core facilities (major repairs, safety, CTE, early learning spaces) and another for extra-curricular improvements, which is contingent on the first's approval. The plan emphasizes long-term solutions, cost reduction through energy efficiency, and a proactive approach to facility management.