Osborn School District 8

The meeting agenda included several ratification items, specifically for Accounts Payable Vouchers and Payroll Vouchers processed between January 1 and January 31, 2026. The board also planned to approve personnel changes, review expenditure and revenue reports, and discuss donations. Key informational updates included the annual technology overview presentation covering progress and strategic goals for the upcoming year, administrative reports from principals and district office administrators, and updates on the Working Conditions Survey and the OEA. Action items scheduled for approval involved contract language for 2026-27 Certified Teacher Contracts and Support Professionals, Classified Exempt and Administrator Contracts, and procurement for Project Management Services. Board development included a discussion on Chapter 5 of 'Great on Their Behalf'.

The meeting focused on revenue and expenditure projections for the 2026 fiscal year, which currently indicates a deficit of $955,000 due to a loss of 115 student average daily membership. The committee reached a general agreement to hold the potential 2% inflation funding and not include it in the FY27 projections immediately. A major discussion point was the potential use of 100% of the state DAA (capital) funding formula to support the M&O budget, with pros including an extra $190,000 in M&O revenues and cons relating to the Auditor General's financial risk factors. Anticipated budget impacts included increased health insurance costs and utility rates, leading to initial proposed expenditure adjustments such as reducing 6 teacher FTEs and accounting for salary schedule movement and utility increases, resulting in a revised net deficit of $776,075. Contract issuance timelines for teachers, support professionals, and other staff for the upcoming year were also reviewed, noting there will be no one-time longevity or retention payments for FY27.

The meeting involved discussions and information sharing regarding the 2026 fiscal year revenue and expenditure projections, including staffing allocations, salary schedules, compensation, and fringe benefits. An overview of budget components such as Average Daily Membership (ADM), student weights, transportation, and base support level funding per pupil was provided. Enrollment trends for several districts were reviewed, noting declines across most, including Osborn (-4.9%). Revenue projections for FY27 were presented, showing a decrease compared to the current year due to declining student enrollment (ADM down approximately 114 students). The impact of enrollment decline on current year funding was also discussed, indicating the use of prior year savings to offset the deficit. The committee developed a working list of future discussion items related to budgetary spending and savings, and members agreed to look for savings opportunities at their respective sites or departments.

The meeting commenced with a land acknowledgement and student pledge, followed by school celebrations including recognition for Ms. Georges and the presentation of OMS Spread L.O.V.E. awards for Integrity, Equity, Joy, Growth, and Relationships. Governing Board members provided updates on various events attended, such as the volleyball game, Longview concert, and Merriment in Melrose event, highlighting the need for a Performing Arts Center. Following a short break, the consent agenda, which included ratification of accounts payable and payroll vouchers, and approval of personnel items, various partnership agreements (including renewals with NAU and Community Family Services), and out-of-state travel requests, was approved with noted edits to the December 2 Work Study minutes. Action items included the approval of Preschool Tuition Rates for the 26-27 School Year and the approval of Open Enrollment Capacity for the 2026-2027 School Year. The updated Facility Use Fee Schedule, effective January 1, was also approved. Board development discussion focused on student outcomes measurement and the process for strategic planning using surveys and focus sessions. Future agenda items requested included academic goal updates, safety protocol updates, an impact review of Social Workers, and parent survey data.

The meeting agenda included several reports from the Governing Board and schools, featuring a presentation from Clarendon School highlighting its recent happenings, the Girls on the Run program, and the presentation of Spread LOVE Awards. Public input was welcomed via call-in or in-person. Key consent agenda items involved the ratification of Accounts Payable Vouchers for the period of December 2 through December 31, 2025, ratification of Payroll Vouchers for December 1 through December 31, 2025, and approval of various personnel actions including new employees, changes in assignment, and leaves of absence. The board also addressed the approval of a Grand Canyon University Unpaid Non-Clinical Internship Agreement. Action items for the meeting included the Board Reorganization (election of President and Clerk, establishment of meeting dates), approval of the FY25 Audit Report, adoption of revisions to Open Enrollment Policy JFB-RA, and a recommendation regarding Contract # 2024.01 for Capital Project Management. Administrative reports covered updates on completed work and upcoming events, alongside specific reports on suspensions, absences, substitute teachers, and student enrollment as of January. Information updates included an OEA update and presentation of Winter 2025-2026 Academic Data.