August 28, 2023 at 7:00 PM - Board Budget Retreat

Rationale:  The purpose of the budget retreat is to allow Board Members and stakeholders the opportunity to learn about the budget process in addition to discussing options for the 2023-24 budget.

The goal for the evening is to provide Supt Hafer with direction on the budget option to bring forward for Board approval at the September 11th hearings and regular meeting.  

Further, the Board will list/update the current budget and finance goals for the district in order to promote ongoing strategic planning related to the district's budget.

Rationale:  Mr. Hafer will provide a welcome to those in attendance and review the purpose and goals for the retreat.

Rationale:  Mr. Hafer will provide information as needed regarding the school district budget process, procedures, and forms/paperwork utilized to satisfy the requirements of NDE and the State Auditor.  

There will be an opportunity for Board members and stakeholders to ask questions regarding the "how" and "why" of school district budgeting.

Rationale:  Mr. Hafer will present budget options for consideration and discussion.  

Rationale:  The Board and stakeholders will be afforded a final opportunity for ask questions or provide input to the Board regarding the information presented during the retreat.

Rationale:  Our basic goals have been to 1) maintain a level tax request if possible and 2) maintain programs and opportunities for our students.  

The Board is encouraged to update and revise the goals as they deem best suited to serve the district moving forward.

 

Rationale:  Based on the information and discussion during the retreat, the Board will advise Mr. Hafer as to which option should be brought forward for approval in September.  

It should be noted that no final decision is being made at this point.  Changes can be made to the proposed budget at the September 11th hearings and meetings if deemed necessary by the Board.