When is the next regular Ottumwa CSD board meeting?

The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

What was approved for the 2026/27 school year meeting on May 4, 2026?

The board approved the At-Risk & Dropout Prevention Plan, FS3 waiver, meal prices, labor settlements, and several capital project acceptances.

How much will the district office HVAC upgrade cost?

The board approved purchase and installation of a mini split HVAC system for $118,300.

When is graduation and the Ag Barn ribbon cutting?

Graduation is May 17 at 2:00 PM, and the Ag Barn ribbon cutting is this Saturday at 9:00 AM (relative to the May 4 meeting).

May 9, 2026 Public Hearing: 331 E. Main Street, Ottumwa, IA

Ottumwa Community School District 115 N Ferry St Ottumwa, IA 52501 Board of Education Meeting 05/04/2026 - 06:00 PM Career Campus 331 E. Main Street Ottumwa, IA 52501 MEETING MINUTES Attendance Voting Members Mr. David Weilbrenner, Board President Ms. Christina Schark, Board Vice President Mr. Morgan Brown, Board Member Mr. Brian Jones, Board Member Ms. Becky Ingle, Board Member Mr. Dusty Ware, Board Member Mr. Brett White, Board Member A.Call Meeting to Order and Roll Call Board President, David Weilbrenner, called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. Roll Call. All board members were present. B.Adoption of Agenda & Declaration of Quorum (Action) Motion to approve the adoption of the agenda and declaration of quorum as presented. Motion made by: Mr. Brian Jones Motion seconded by: Mr. Morgan Brown Voting results: Unanimously Approved C.Citizens Speak - President's Statement Taren Ferguson addressed the board regarding concerns about the transportation and safety of students during the Discovery 21 trip. D.Consent Agenda Motion to approve the consent agenda items as presented. Motion made by: Ms. Becky Ingle Motion seconded by: Mr. Brian Jones Voting results: Unanimously Approved 1.Minutes 2.Consent - Personnel Report 3.Monthly Board Bills E.Board Priority - To Be the Best, we will Create a Positive Learning and Working Culture for our Stakeholders, and Embrace our Community Partners through Communication and Transparency 1.Action a.2026/27 At-Risk & Dropout Prevention Plan Motion to approve the revised At-Risk & Dropout Prevention Plan for the 2026/27 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Morgan Brown Motion seconded by: Ms. Christina Schark Voting results: Unanimously Approved b.Flexible School & Student Support Program Recommendation to approve the FS3 Waiver as presented. Motion made by: Ms. Christina Schark Motion seconded by: Ms. Becky Ingle Voting results: Unanimously Approved c.Educational Trips Program Resolution Motion to approve the educational trips program resolution. Motion made by: Mr. Brian Jones Motion seconded by: Mr. Brett White Voting results: Unanimously Approved d.Ottumwa Education Association Bargaining Settlement Motion to approve the settlement with the Ottumwa Education Association as presented. Motion made by: Mr. Morgan Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Brett White Voting results: Unanimously Approved F.Board Priority - Through the Board's Financial Stewardship we will Provide Operations, Technical, and Curricular Resources to Staff, Teachers, and Administrators so that all Students have Consistent and Sustained Achievement 1.Action a.Student Meal/Milk Prices Motion to approve meal/milk prices as presented. Motion made by: Mr. Morgan Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Dusty Ware Voting results: Unanimously Approved b.Adult Meal Prices Motion to approve the adult meal price for the 2026-27 school year at $5.25 for lunch, and $3.00 for breakfast. Motion made by: Mr. Morgan Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Dusty Ware Voting results: Unanimously Approved c.District Office HVAC Upgrade Motion to approve the purchase and installation of a new mini split HVAC system for the District Office at a cost of $118,300. Motion made by: Ms. Christina Schark Motion seconded by: Ms. Becky Ingle Voting results: Unanimously Approved d.OHS Athletic Center Final Acceptance Motion for final acceptance of the OHS Athletic Center Project and release the balance of funds and any retainage. Motion made by: Mr. Brett White Motion seconded by: Mr. Brian Jones Voting results: Unanimously Approved e.OHS Phase IIB Renovations Final Acceptance Motion for final acceptance of the OHS Phase IIB Project and release the balance of funds and any retainage. Motion made by: Mr. Brett White Motion seconded by: Mr. Brian Jones Voting results: Unanimously Approved f.Non-Bargained Employee Settlement Motion to approve the 2026/27 settlement with the Non-Bargained Employee Groups. Motion made by: Mr. Morgan Brown Motion seconded by: Ms. Christina Schark Voting results: Unanimously Approved G.Superintendent Report Superintendent McGrory provided an update on the baseball/softball complex and intends to bring a comprehensive presentation to the next board meeting. Reminder that graduation is May 17th at 2:00 PM. Superintendent McGrory invited the board and public to the Ag Barn Ribbon cutting this Saturday at 9:00 AM. Superintendent thanked the board for their hard work and recognized the board for Board Appreciation Month with a special presentation. H.Board Member Topics Becky Ingle recapped information regarding the Horace Mann & James 5th grade field trip to Forrest Lake and shared information for the Hands on History Camp at the museum. I.Adjournment Motion to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:10 PM. The next regular scheduled meeting will take place on May 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Career Campus 331 E. Main Street Ottumwa, Iowa 52501 Motion made by: Mr. Morgan Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Brett White Voting results: Unanimously Approved

Public Hearing — 331 E. Main Street, Ottumwa, IA

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