Bloomington Public Schools — Transcript
Thursday, June 25, 2026
2026-27 Operating Budget and Student Walk Area Policy
Community Education and Early Learning Registration Platform
Grow Your Own Grant Program Report
Votes (2)
Approval of 2026-27 Operating Budget and Walk Area Policy Amendment
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
The board approved the 2026-27 operating budget. A significant amendment involved reversing the initial plan to expand student walk areas as a cost-saving measure. This reversal was made possible by new legislation from the Minnesota legislature allowing the use of operating capital revenue for utility costs, thereby covering the savings target and preventing disruption to students and families.
Approval of New Community Education and Early Learning Registration and Payment Platform
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
The board approved the implementation of a new registration and payment platform designed for community education and early learning programs. This new system aims to streamline processes, though it will require families to create new accounts when it rolls out.
Notable Quotes (2)
We were able to do this because the Minnesota legislature took action to allow school districts to use operating capital revenue for utility service costs.
So, we were pleased to have this less disruptive option become available and allow the district to choose a path that shields students and families from a significant change.
Ordinances & Resolutions (3)
The annual financial plan approved by the school board, which included adjustments for a cost-saving measure regarding student walk areas.
A program initiated in 2022 to assist BPS staff members, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, in pursuing teaching licenses.
A new allowance from the Minnesota legislature enabling school districts to redirect funds to utility costs, which helped cover a savings target without expanding walk areas.