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Reports and Communications from the Board Clerk/Chief Officer, Office of Board Governance |
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Subject:
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1. Monthly Report, with Possible Action, on Legislative Activities Affecting MPS |
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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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Guest Editorial - State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly |
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File Attachment:
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Background:
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At the state level, between the state’s budget stabilization fund and unallocated and immediately available funds Wisconsin continues to maintain an unspent balance of roughly $3 billion. Updated figures confirming the total will be available in the middle of October.
A number of bills continue to move forward in the Assembly with State Superintendent making public comment (attached) about both the content and unusual hearing process related to a number of pieces of legislation. Despite available revenues, legislation has not been introduced to support school districts with basic per pupil increases and other needs.
At the federal level, work continues on a number of hugely significant pieces of legislation, including President Biden’s Build Back Better proposal which includes substantial policy and funding support for K-12 education. |
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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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Chris Thiel - Legislative Policy Specialist |
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Signed By: |
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Jacqueline M. Mann, Ph.D. - Board Clerk/Chief Officer |
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