Monday, June 8, 2026

Reed Union School District Board Meeting Summary - June 8, 2026

The Reed Union School District Board held its final meeting of the 2025-2026 school year. The board celebrated the end of the school year, recognized achievements, and addressed important decisions, including the adoption of resolutions for future financial measures and plans.

Meeting Opening and Administrative Matters

The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a positive report on the year-end evaluation of the superintendent, Dr. Kimberly McGrath. The agenda was unanimously approved, as well as the consent agenda, both by voice vote.

Superintendent’s Report

Superintendent Dr. McGrath thanked everyone for a successful school year and introduced a celebratory slideshow showcasing the year's accomplishments. The board members shared their gratitude for the efforts of faculty, staff, and the community and recognized various special events throughout the year, such as the Celebration of Education and the Art Show.

Facilities Bond Measure

A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the discussion of a proposed $115 million facilities bond measure, which aims to address long-term facilities needs. The board approved the adoption of resolution number 07-26-27 supporting this measure with a unanimous vote. The board also approved a budget not to exceed $48,050 for public outreach related to the bond measure.

Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Approval

The board approved the Local Control Accountability Plan, a state-required document detailing the district’s educational goals and funding allocations. The vote to approve was unanimous.

Contract Extensions and Agreements

The board discussed and approved several contract extensions and agreements to ensure continuity in district operations. These included:

• The extension of the contract with Revolution Foods for the provision of compostable containers and meal services through June 2027, approved unanimously.
• An interagency food services agreement with neighboring districts for the 2026-2027 year, approved unanimously.
• A resolution related to the educational protection account for funding teacher salaries, which was also passed unanimously.

Budget Approval and Financial Planning

The board approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, which will now be submitted to the Marin County Office of Education. Although the board anticipates receiving a notice regarding reserves below the district's policy, the focus remains on maintaining fiscal responsibility. The motion passed with a unanimous vote.

Superintendent Employment Agreement Approval

The employment agreement for Superintendent Dr. McGrath, effective July 2026 through June 2030, was approved. Her contract includes a base salary, annual stipend for transportation, further education degrees, and cell phone use, along with health and retiree benefits. The vote to approve was unanimous.

Action Items and Next Steps

The board approved a series of resolutions to preserve cash flow options and enable future financial flexibility. They also endorsed the application for federal funding and confirmed the official budget for the upcoming school year. No specific future items were suggested by the board at this meeting, which concluded at 7:26 p.m.