One of the proposals was upgrading of the school’s current camera system. Board member Brandon Marquardt, chief deputy for the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, said those upgrades could help with identifying illegal or other problematic activities and behavior. A proposal to install vaping detectors
The district also proposed a reopener clause and other matters mutually agreed upon by both parties for the remainder of the contract years. Last year, the two groups agreed to a contract period running to June 30, 2026, although the current proposal would cover 2022-23.
The proposed rate of just less than $12.99 per $1,000 taxable valuation will be more than 22 cents below the current rate. Part of the explanation for the levy drop is that the district’s valuation has increased by around $3 million.
Wapello School Board approves spending reductions amid enrollment drop
Jim Rudisill
for The Hawk Eye
WAPELLO Three budget reduction proposals designed to save the Wapello School District nearly $110,000 were approved Wednesday by the school board during its regular monthly meeting.
Two of the proposals submitted by Superintendent Mike Peterson involve personnel, while the third called for using a transfer procedure to generate savings.
Peterson warned the board during its February meeting the district was facing a $110,700 shortfall because of an enrollment drop of nearly 16 students this year. He told the board Wednesday the three reduction proposals were developed by the district’s administrative team.