Spokane Public Schools held a special board meeting on June 3, 2026 that included a detailed budget development discussion for the 2026-2027 school year and the timing of the 2028-2030 Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) levy. Superintendent Dr. Adam Swinyard and Cindy Coleman led a 15-minute presentation on budget planning and levy timing, supported by a document titled "Budget Planning for 2026-2027." This indicates the district is in early planning for a multi-year funding strategy that will underpin operational, staffing, curriculum, technology, and facilities spending from 2026 through 2030. Vendors who can help the district model scenarios, prepare community-facing materials, or structure levy-backed capital and program investments may find opportunities as the financial plan solidifies and related procurements are defined.
Discussion item only; no specific projects or RFPs are listed yet, but this will shape future spendi...
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