Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Amanda Grove’s organization
Aug 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Amity School District 4J Regular Board Meeting
The Board elected a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and established various committee assignments. The Maintenance Report provided updates on athletic field lighting installation, facility renovations, and ongoing site infrastructure improvements. The Superintendent's report detailed progress on the new District Office, potential future use of the Middle School facility, and the formation of a task force to address student truancy issues. The meeting also involved the second reading and subsequent adoption of several Board policies regarding sick leave, board organization, and employment standards.
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The board convened for two separate Level 3 grievance hearings involving district employees. Regarding the grievance filed by Julie Dodge, the board received information from the OSEA representative and District Administration, held an executive session for legal consultation, and voted to deny the grievance. Similarly, for the grievance filed by Amy Cantrell, the board received information from both parties, conducted an executive session, and voted to deny the grievance and uphold the previous decision.
Jun 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Amity School District 4J Budget Hearing And Regular Board Meeting
The board conducted a budget hearing followed by a regular meeting. Key actions included the approval of several board policies, the adoption of the 2026-2027 budget, and related tax and appropriation resolutions. The board also approved the district insurance carrier and rates, reviewed administrative and maintenance reports, selected a landscaping contractor for the elementary school, authorized a new licensed bargaining agreement, and approved a consent agenda that included a new staff hiring.
May 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Amity School District 4J Budget Committee Meeting Minutes
The Budget Committee held its first meeting to elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The Superintendent presented the proposed budget, highlighting the beginning fund balance, fund transfers to vehicle replacement, capital improvements, and food services, as well as current bond project budgeting and expenditures across various funds. The committee reviewed and approved the 2026-2027 proposed budget in the amount of $29,184,456, the permanent tax rate, and the taxes to be levied for bonded debt.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
