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REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE BOARD CLERK/CHIEF OFFICER, OFFICE OF BOARD GOVERNANCE |
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1. Report with Possible Action on Legislative Matters Concerning Milwaukee Public Schools |
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Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
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Goal 1 Academic Achievement Goal 2 Student, Family and Community Engagement Goal 3 Effective and Efficient Operations
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Attachments:
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90% Special Education Reimbursement by District.
WI Referenda Map.
Condition of Wisconsin General Fund. |
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File Attachment:
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Background:
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The importance of fair support for students with disabilities in public schools and the positive fiscal implications of a 90% reimbursement rate continues to be a point of emphasis. In a newsletter published in May, State Senator Chris Larson, provided a memo from the Legislative Fiscal Bureau, demonstrating the fiscal effect of a 90% reimbursement rate at the school district level.
On May 22, 2024, the Wisconsin Legislative Fiscal Bureau provided an update of the state's general fund. Then memo anticipates a positive balance of a little over $3 billion at the end of the 2024-25 fiscal year and an additional $2 billion in the state stabilization fund for a total of $5 billion. |
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Fiscal Impact Statement:
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This item does not authorize expenditures. |
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Implementation and Assessment Plan: |
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The district will continue to pursue appropriate support for students as part of the MPS Legislative Agenda. |
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Recommendation
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Approvals:
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Signed By: |
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Chris Thiel - Legislative Policy Specialist |
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Signed By: |
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Jill Kawala - Interim Director/Board Clerk |
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