Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 4/20/2023 - 5:30 PM
Category: Reports and Communications from the Board Clerk/Chief Officer, Office of Board Governance
Type: Info
Subject: 2. Monthly Report, with Possible Action, on Legislative Activities Affecting MPS
Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
Goal 1
Academic Achievement
Goal 2
Student, Family and Community Engagement
Goal 3
Effective and Efficient Operations
Policy:
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Background: The Joint Committee on Finance continues work on the state budget and has concluded three of four public hearings held around the state. School leaders have been providing consistent strong testimony in support of a $1,510 inflationary per pupil adjustment over the biennium along with requests for a 60% reimbursement rate for students with disabilities.

In Waukesha, Eau Claire and Wisconsin Dells the history of chronic under investment in schools has been a dominant theme. Additional updates on budget and state policy activity will be provided.
Fiscal Impact Statement: This item does not authorize expenditures.
Implementation and Assessment Plan The district will continue to pursue appropriate support for students as part of the MPS Legislative Agenda.
Recommendation:
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Chris Thiel - Legislative Policy Specialist
Signed By:
Jacqueline M. Mann, Ph.D. - Board Clerk/Chief Officer