Public comment:
Some residents spoke about the school building in Bayport.
Superintendent report (34:00)
Superintendent Michael Funk spoke about creating the best environment for students
and staff, future growth, fiscal responsibility, Stillwater taxes and new building in
Bayport.
Property tax levy (50:00)
A preliminary property tax levy was adopted. Most residential homes would expect to
see a slight decrease in property tax. A Truth in Taxation meeting is scheduled for
December 5, 2023. The levy must be certified with the MN Department of Education.
After October 1, 2023, the levy amount cannot be increased, it can only be decreased.
The levy revenue is approximately 31% of the budget. The school board must certify the
final 2023 payable 2024 property tax levy on December 19.
Closed session:
The board went into closed session in the matter of ISD834 v EN Properties LCC, et al.