January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM - Special Board Meeting

Description:  Please Note:  The Board reserves the right to (1) take items in a different order, (2) combine two or more Agenda items for consideration, and (3) to remove an item from the Agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the Agenda at any time, in order to accomplish the business on the Agenda in the most efficient manner.

Description:  Comments will be accepted in person, or through virtual participation via email; suptoffice@dcsd.k12.nv.us no later than 12:30 p.m. the day of the meeting.  Email for public comment must include the submitting party’s full name.  Email for public comment will be posted as a supplemental document and copies will be provided to the board members. The names of those who have provided virtual public comment will be read during public comment and the emails will be included in the record, but the virtual public comment will not be read during the meeting. Comments may be made by members of the public on any matter within the authority of this Board.  Please note that public comment will be taken on items marked "for possible action" before action is taken on such items, and members of the public are encouraged to comment on such items at the time they are being considered.  Although members of the Board may respond to questions and discuss issues raised during public comment, no action may be taken on such a matter until the matter is placed on an agenda for action at a meeting of the Board.  In making public comment, speakers are asked to come to the table or podium, sign in, speak into the microphone, and identify themselves for the record. Commenters are instructed to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes, and not simply repeat comments made by others.

Description:  To provide the Board with information on projects completed over the last three years, projects pending this school year, and projects that are upcoming in the next 2–3 school years.

Description:  The administration will present school consolidation scenarios based on enrollment trends, facility use, and a two-year budget reduction plan to ensure long-term fiscal solvency. This includes the financial implications of each model and the potential to capture enough savings to reach net-zero in our General Fund Ending Fund Balance by the end of Fiscal Year 2027. The Board is asked to review these models and identify which scenarios merit further development and community engagement. No formal action will be taken during this meeting. 

Description:  The Board of Trustees will review and take possible action to implement a Reduction in Force (RIF) for classified and classified management employees due to a lack of work or lack of money, as authorized by NRS 288.150(3)(b). This action adheres to the mandatory bargaining requirements of NRS 288.150(2)(w), which necessitates that the district follow established procedures for a reduction in workforce as outlined in the respective collective bargaining agreements. The administration has determined that this realignment is necessary to maintain the district’s fiscal stability and ensure efficient operations. Approval of this item authorizes the Superintendent to execute the necessary personnel actions to achieve the required staffing adjustments.

Description:  The Board of Trustees will consider and take possible action to formally declare a state of Severe Financial Emergency as defined under NRS 354.685. This declaration is based on a determination that the district meets specific statutory conditions, such as a general fund ending balance of less than 4% of actual expenditures or the inability to meet payroll and debt obligations. Following this action, the district must notify the Department of Taxation and the Committee on Local Government Finance to initiate a mandatory plan of corrective action. This process may include state-level oversight and technical assistance to stabilize the district’s fiscal health and protect educational operations.

Description:  (*) Times are estimated.  Items on the Agenda may be taken out of order.  The Board of Trustees may combine two or more agenda items for consideration, and may remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the agenda at any time. Generally speaking, the item will be heard no earlier than the time indicated.

If copies of the complete agenda (and supporting materials) are desired in advance, they may be obtained at the District Office on the Monday preceding a regular meeting of the Board.  Please contact the District Office at 775-782-5134 or Suptoffice@dcsd.k12.nv.us.

Notice to Individuals with Disabilities: Members of the public who require special assistance or accommodations are asked to notify the District Administration at 1638 Mono Avenue, Minden, Nevada, 89423, or by calling 782-5134, so that such notification is received at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting.  In conformance with the Open Meeting Law, it is hereby noted that the agenda for the meeting of the Douglas County School Board of Trustees has been posted at the following locations:

Douglas County School District, Minden, NV
District website: www.dcsd.k12.nv.us
State of Nevada website: https://notice.nv.gov