August 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Budget and NRCSA Planning Workshop

Discussion:  Meeting was called to order at 6:08 p.m. by Peggy Meyer.

Discussion:  Luke Meyers arrived at 6:23 p.m.

Discussion:  Randy reported that he and Carl Dietz have been working on the budget for the past couple of weeks and it's short of having to do the pink postcards.  Carl provided a slideshow detailing income and expenses, showing expenses higher than income.  Highlighting payroll up approximately 4% and bills up 3%.  State aid was down in 25-26, but the tax credit helped.  Next year everyone will have to do a joint public hearing in July.  Randy reported that the lease purchase should be paid for December 2028. 

The board discussed the pink postcard at this time.  They also discussed the number of personnel and payroll.  After discussion, they agreed not to do the pink postcard this year.  

 

Discussion:  Curtis Cogswell and Paul Sheffield of NRCSA provided a planning transition meeting with the superintendent as part of the search package.  Discussion took place about things that are effective and not. 
The Board likes the weekly updates, wants to utilize the committee structure and meet as needed, be transparent about finances and make sure he knows the staff.  
Randy is invested in the kids, being visible at activities, always feel free to communicate with him.  Likes to have the support of the staff and he appreciates them for all they do.  He doesn't like hidden agendas — prefers a heads up.  If he's missing something, let him know.  

Goals: Evaluate the financial health of Superior Public School, evaluation in October.  When setting goals, set realistic dates.  Look into top priority goals to focus on.  All agree want to have a long-range plan goal meeting.  

The evaluation form will be distributed to the board by the end of September and plan to have it at the October board meeting.  



 

Discussion:  Meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m. by Peggy Meyer.