The board's approval of the 2024 payable 2025 property tax levy followed a public hearing on what the district calls "Truth in Taxation." Board member Charlotte Nardi captured the district's central challenge, saying the board is "being asked to do more with less" while relying on a fixed state funding formula and local voter support through the levy.

Superintendent Tui Osorio highlighted a critical equity issue: technology funding in Minnesota depends on whether local communities vote to approve levies, creating disparities between wealthy and less wealthy districts. "That's such an equity issue across the board," Osorio said, noting that textbooks and educational software are now subscription-based rather than physical books. The superintendent emphasized the need for state-level advocacy to address these funding gaps.

Board members also acknowledged the district's existing efficiency compared to other schools. One board member noted that while efficiency matters, "our solution cannot be just efficiency" for a district serving many students in poverty and with high overall needs. Another board member stressed that "strong schools build strong communities," underscoring the broader community benefit of adequate school funding.

In other business, the board unanimously approved grant awards totaling $14,400. This included a $6,400 grant for electric school bus planning and 16 grants of $500 each from the 622 Education Foundation to individual staff members for innovative classroom projects. Board member Michelle praised the foundation's work, noting that "it's really cool to see that money go back to the schools." The board also formally acknowledged community contributions totaling $27,600 for the fiscal year, including donations to local meal programs and student organizations.