To hear the summary with Coldwater School Superintendent Doug Mader:
For an AI Generated transcript of Mr. Mader's report:
The following is an AI Generated summary of the Coldwater School Board Meeting:
Organizational Meeting
Jim Miller was appointed president and Mike Hoying as vice president of the board for 2025 during the organizational meeting.
Financial Review
Treasurer Jen McCoy reviewed the financials, indicating the district is on budget, and the board examined the check register for the past month.
0.5% Income Tax Proposal
The board discussed the second reading of a resolution to place a 0.5% traditional income tax on the May ballot to address financial challenges.
The board will vote on the second reading of the resolution.
Fair Funding Plan
The district is concerned about the potential lack of full funding for the fair funding plan, which could lead to financial instability.
Legislative Meetings
Doug Mader plans to meet with Senator Susan Manchester to discuss the need for full funding of the fair funding plan.
[ ] Meeting with Senator Susan Manchester on January 31st to discuss funding issues.
[ ] Potential emergency board meeting around March 17th to discuss income tax measure.