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School Board Meeting December 9, 2025

Columbia Heights School DistrictWednesday, December 10, 2025
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Pledge of Allegiance

Roll call

Approval of agenda

Announcements regarding school closures

Communication to the board

Consent agenda approval

Acknowledgement of contributions resolution

Board member reports

Superintendent report

Annual budget hearing and Truth in Taxation presentation

Full Document Analysis

Votes (3)

Approve agenda

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Jessica · Seconded by Laurian

Accept consent agenda

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Laurian

Accept acknowledgement of contributions resolution

CarriedRoll call

Moved by Laura · Seconded by Michelle

Notable Quotes (2)

I want our school district community to know that we embrace our diverse community, including all of our Somali, Hispanic, and immigrant families.

— Jessica
Community SupportResponding to concerns about ICE presence.

The inflationary pressure has really widened that gap in that funding formula... that gap right now is about a 19% difference.

— Matthew Hammer
District BudgetExplaining school funding shortfalls.

People (4)

GranleyBoard Chair

Moderates the meeting, announces items, and facilitates votes.

1 quote

“As always, the generosity of our community is is is wonderful to see.”

Discussing monetary and in-kind donations.

JessicaBoard Member

Reported on MSBA delegate assembly and ICE agents' impact.

1 quote

“I just want to conclude my report by recognizing, personally that the current deployment of ICE agents in our area is causing fear, pain, and confusion.”

Addressing local community concerns during the report segment.

StenvikSuperintendent

Reporting on legislative task force and dignity index initiative.

1 quote

“My subgroup was definitely pushing for the use of multiple metrics rather than educational benefit forms alone.”

Discussing compensatory revenue metrics.

Matthew HammerSenior Municipal Adviser

Presenting the Truth in Taxation budget hearing details.

1 quote

“All jurisdictions in Minnesota are required by state law to hold a truth and taxation hearing each year.”

Explaining the legal requirement of the budget hearing.

Places Mentioned

Community RoomNorth Park School for InnovationValley ViewColumbia Heights High SchoolColumbia Academy

Events & Meetings (3)

  • December 9, 2025: Columbia Heights Public School Board meeting
  • December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026: No school
  • January 6, 2026: Organizational meeting at 6 PM

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

Minnesota Statute 123B.02

Resolution to accept $23,988.56 in fiscal year 2025-2026 monetary and in-kind contributions for the district.

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