Summary

The special board meeting for USD 230 discussed a proposed bond election scheduled for May 13, 2025. The meeting included all seven board members and featured presentations from various stakeholders involved in the district's growth planning. Board Members provided a comprehensive timeline of events leading to this meeting, detailing community engagement efforts and growth projections. The key points included: 1) The bond proposal totals $60 million with no increase to the current mill levy of 22.037 mills, as Raymond James (Bond Counsel) explained. 2) The plan addresses immediate needs, including HVAC and roof replacements at various schools 3) Major expansions include a new 30,000 sq ft CTE building, high school commons expansion, and additional classroom space needed at elementary schools. 4) The board discussed the importance of timely action to address capacity issues, particularly at Timber Sage, projected to exceed capacity in the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting concluded with the board voting unanimously to approve the ballot resolution for the bond election.

Meeting Opening and Roll Call

Superintendent Dr Link Luttrell welcomed attendees to the special board meeting. A roll call was taken to confirm that all board members were present.

Discussion of Bond Election Proposal 

Dr. Link Luttrell introduced the primary purpose of the meeting: to finalize the decision on moving forward with the special election bond for May 13. Various representatives from DLR Group, Raymond James, Gilmore & Bell, and Newkirk & Novak were present to provide information and answer questions.

Board of Education Members presented a detailed timeline of events leading to the proposal, including key dates and decisions made since January 2024. It emphasized the district's rapid growth and the need for timely action to address capacity issues.

Josh Hart from DLR Group provided details about the proposed projects, including a 30,000 sq ft CTE building, high school commons expansion, various classroom additions, and necessary significant maintenance needs. The construction timeline was discussed, with potential start dates in July 2025 and completion timelines varying by project.

Action Items

As presented, the board approved moving forward with the ballot resolution for the bond election.