Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District — Transcript
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Athletics and Activities Recognition
Annual Q Comp Reports
District Priorities and Strategic Planning Process
Legislative Impacts on the Budget
Artificial Intelligence in District 191
Student Representative Recognition
Votes (11)
Approve the agenda itself
Moved by Director Hume [00:01:05] · Seconded by Director Chester [00:01:08]
Routine approval of the meeting agenda without specific discussion points noted.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Moved by Director Saxby [00:46:12] · Seconded by Director Anderson [00:46:14]
Routine approval of the consent agenda without specific discussion.
Approve Revised 191 Long-Term Facility Maintenance Program Budget for FY28
Moved by Director Hume [00:47:49] · Seconded by Director Mickelson [00:47:53]
Dave Lake presented the annual 10-year outlook for district facility maintenance, emphasizing the plan's role in tax levy calculation and its flexible nature. Projects generally exceed $100,000, and approval is needed by August for state submission.
Approve Long-Term Facilities Maintenance for Intermediate School District 917
Moved by Director Chester [00:49:15] · Seconded by Director Werb [00:49:18]
Dave Lake explained that this approval for ISD 917's facility maintenance plan is similar to the district's own plan, necessary for local levy calculation. ISD 917's costs are allocated back to its member districts, including ISD 191, due to its lack of independent levy authority.
Approve the Minnesota State High School League resolution for membership for the 2026-2027 school year
Moved by Director Saxby [00:50:38] · Seconded by Director Mickelson [00:50:41]
Assistant Superintendent Belmont presented the annual resolution for MSHSL membership. The MSHSL provides governance and access to over 50 athletic and arts activities for students across more than 600 member districts, with an annual fee of $10,478.50.
Approve on a first reading basis changes to Policy 503, Student Attendance
Moved by Director Hume [00:52:45] · Seconded by Director Anderson [00:52:48]
Assistant Superintendent Belmont presented proposed changes to Policy 503, explaining that they stem from a state-driven pilot program aimed at strengthening attendance systems. Changes include technical updates from MSBA, language to align practices with policy, and reporting requirements for early student departures. A clarification was sought regarding the striking of physician/mental health excuses, which was explained as redundant due to existing language in another policy section.
Approve on a first reading basis changes to Policies 427, 530, and 615
Moved by Director Saxby [00:56:49] · Seconded by Director Werb [00:56:52]
Amy Petrovsky presented changes to three policies. Policy 427 (Special Education Teacher Workload) now allows indirect services to all staff working with a student. Policy 530 (Immunization) formalizes existing practice of requiring consent to share medical information. Policy 615 (Testing Accommodations) addresses name changes in state alternative assessments (MTAS to Alternative MCA tests) and clarifies requirements for IEP teams to justify why standard MCAs are inappropriate and alternative assessments are suitable for students with significant disabilities.
Approve the Washburn Center for Children's Services agreement
Moved by Director Mickelson [00:57:51] · Seconded by Director Chester [00:57:55]
Amy Petrovsky presented the agreement for mental health services with the Washburn Center for Children. This is the third year of the partnership, which expanded last year to include 13 therapists, significantly improving access to mental health services for students and families and reducing system pressure. The proposed agreement is for $628,000 for the 2025-2026 school year.
Approve a resolution to accept donations
Moved by Director Chester [00:59:36] · Seconded by Director Hume [00:59:39]
Superintendent Daniels presented a resolution to accept donations, specifically thanking community organizations and partners supporting the Brain Power in a Backpack hunger relief program, which provides free weekend food packages. Several specific donors were acknowledged for their contributions.
Adopt a resolution relating to the termination and non-renewal of the teaching contract of probationary certified personnel at the close of the 2025-2026 school year
Moved by Director Hume [01:00:50] · Seconded by Director Saxby [01:00:53]
Stacy SoVine presented the annual resolution for non-renewing contracts of probationary certified teaching staff. She noted that while efforts are made to include all names at once, minor adjustments or additions to the list are not uncommon throughout the spring.
Adopt a resolution relating to the termination of non-licensed staff hours at the close of the 2025-2026 school year
Moved by Director Anderson [01:02:01] · Seconded by Director Hume [01:02:04]
Stacy SoVine presented a resolution for the reduction of non-licensed staff (EAs) hours, noting that buildings constantly re-evaluate needs and allocations. This year's adjustment involved a minor reduction for three individuals, two of whom will continue with the district at reduced hours.
Notable Quotes (5)
The LTFM plan serves as a flexible 10-year road map. While it While it identifies projected priorities and timelines, adjustments are made as needs evolve and priorities shift.
Because District 1 or because District 917, excuse me, does not have independent levy authority, its long-term facility maintenance costs are allocated back to its member districts. Our district's portion of those costs is then incorporated into our levy process.
Um as the board may be aware, we're in year two of a statute-driven pilot from um from Minnesota that it included resources to help strengthen our systems, making sure that our systems are reliable and coherent across our district um in regards to attendance, and then really looking to align our practices um to increase engagement and um and effectiveness in attendance.
Um the other uh um changes that were made um not necessarily a change, but the process still continues when determining if the student qualifies for an MCA alternative assessment or um or what accommodations and modifications the student needs in order to be able to access the actual MCA. So, that process will continue to happen through the MCA or excuse me, the IEP teams.
The resolution I am presenting tonight includes a list of donors who have made contributions to our Brain Power in a Backpack program. This is our community education hunger relief program that provides free weekend food packages to students each week. It is an essential service that couldn't be offered to our families without the generous support of our community.
Ordinances & Resolutions (11)
10-year outlook of anticipated facility maintenance needs for the district.
Plan for Intermediate School District 917's facility maintenance, with costs allocated to member districts.
Approval for membership in the Minnesota State High School League for the upcoming school year.
Revised policy to align with a state-driven pilot and strengthen attendance systems and practices.
Revised policy regarding indirect services provision.
Revised policy to require consent for sharing medical information (e.g., immunizations) with other agencies.
Revised policy addressing changes to state assessments (MTAS to alternative MCA tests) and requirements for IEP teams.
Agreement for mental health services with 13 therapists for the 2025-2026 school year.
Formal acceptance of donations to the district, particularly for the Brain Power in a Backpack program.
Resolution for the non-renewal of contracts for probationary teaching staff.
Resolution for the reduction or termination of hours for non-licensed staff (EAs).