A preliminary levy is being considered by the Minneapolis Public School Board, with approval expected in two weeks. The board is reviewing a report from the Center for Effective School Operations that assesses the district's financial and business practices. According to the report, basic financial tasks are being completed, but processes are often slow and lack documentation, relying on individual employee knowledge.
The report's findings will likely inform the board's decision on setting the levy. The goal is to set a levy that meets the district's needs without placing an undue burden on taxpayers. Further details on the report and the levy are available from the source. The board's decision will be closely watched as it works to balance the district's financial needs with the concerns of taxpayers.
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