Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board Faces 9.3% Tax Levy Increase Amid Budget Shortfall

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board addressed several issues, including a significant 9.3% increase in the proposed tax levy, a projected $300,000 budget shortfall, and the challenges of managing school funding amidst rising property values.

Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board Faces 9.3% Tax Levy Increase Amid Budget Shortfall

Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board Audit Reveals Financial Strength and Compliance Challenges

Overview: At the recent Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board meeting, the presentation of the June 30, 2024 audit by Derk Flanigan, a partner at I Bailey, emerged as a key highlight. The audit, a fundamental process for the school district, revealed a clean unmodified opinion. However, it also uncovered several areas needing attention, particularly concerning the preparation of financial statements, journal entries, and the segregation of duties within the accounting function. A significant aspect of the audit was the federal awards audit, which was necessitated by the district’s federal award expenditures exceeding $750,000, covering the Child Nutrition cluster and the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund.

Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board Tackles Budget Challenges and Curriculum Innovations

Overview: In a recent Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board meeting, discussions centered on the district’s financial management, curriculum innovations, and student performance. The board addressed various topics, including a resolution for legislative approval to shift restricted funds, the introduction of new assessment tools, and strategies for improving student performance in math and reading.

Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board Discusses Safety Measures Amid Bus Stop Incidents

Overview: The Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board meeting focused on issues, including safety around school bus stops, budget updates, and the approval of various initiatives and reports. Concerns about student safety at bus stops, effective budget management, and new culinary programs were among the highlights.