Development News for Lenoir City, Tennessee

Lenoir City Schools Approves Amended 25-26 and Proposed 26-27 Budgets, Adopts Resolution for Federal Funds

The Board of Education approved the amended budget for the 25-26 school year, covering the general purpose fund, sales tax fund, food service fund, and capital projects fund. These approvals followed discussions and roll call votes for each component. The board also approved the proposed 26-27 budget, including the general purpose fund, sales tax fund, food service fund, and capital projects fund, with a note that the federal projects fund is for informational purposes and does not require a board vote. All components of the 26-27 budget were approved via roll call votes. Additionally, the board approved the 26-27 budget recommendations for Northern City Schools, totaling $1,635,324, which includes salary increases and health insurance equalization. The budget also accounted for the purchase of outdoor AED boxes, which were previously discussed and removed from the recommendations. The board also approved the draft of a resolution to adopt the 26-27 federal projects fund budget and amendments, which will allow the district to manage budget changes without returning to the city council for each amendment. This resolution aligns the district's budget process with state standards, a practice now in its second year.

Textbook Adoption Certification for 26-27 School Year Approved

The board approved the textbook adoption certification for the 26-27 school year. The motion to approve was made by Ms. Powell and seconded by Ms. Burry (Murray), passing with a unanimous 'Aye' vote.

Lenoir City Schools Approves Audit Contract for 25-26 Fiscal Year

The Board of Education approved the Lenoir City Board of Education's contract to audit accounts for the period July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The motion was made by Ms. Powell and seconded by Mr. Ledbetter, with all members voting 'Aye' via roll call.

Lenoir City Schools Approves 26-27 Engagement Plans for All Schools

The board approved the engagement plans for the 26-27 school year for Lenoir City Elementary School, Lenoir City Intermediate Middle School, and Lenoir City High School. These plans were approved collectively rather than separately. The motion was made by Ms. Murray and seconded by Ms. Powell, passing with a unanimous 'Aye' vote.