Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Independence Community School District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Independence
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
1,434
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1914580
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
4
Mascot
School mascot.
Champ
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
207.33
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Independence Community School District
The board conducted a regular meeting that included a public hearing regarding the FY27 budget amendment. The board approved various financial reports, board policies, and contracts, including agreements for dance sharing, field experience, municipal advisory services, and extra-duty police services. Significant approvals were granted for the issuance of $15,500,000 in school infrastructure sales, services, and use tax revenue and refunding bonds, as well as the appointment of bond attorneys and a dissemination agent. Furthermore, the board approved a facility rental agreement, committee memberships for the School Improvement Advisory Committee, and a services agreement with Fusion Forward. The meeting also featured a presentation from the City Manager concerning the potential annexation of school property.
The meeting focused on the approval of an agreement with Shive-Hattery for architect services related to the conversion of the East Elementary School into a K-5 facility.
The board meeting covered a wide array of operational and administrative items. Key topics included the approval of several agreements, such as a cooperative agreement with the University of Northern Iowa, athletic trainer services, a wellness program, and a propane supply contract. The board reviewed travel requests for professional development and student extracurricular activities. Financial items, including bills and budget reports, were processed. Furthermore, the meeting involved presentations on the 8th-grade eligibility process, administrator and director reports, and a discussion on electric car chargers. Significant action items included the approval of a resolution for school infrastructure bonds, as well as contracts for gym roof replacement and roof management services.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Independence Community School District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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