Transparency Reporting

Introduction

Section 18 (2) of the Public Act 94 of 1979, the State School Aid Act, as amended, requires each school district and intermediate school district to post certain information on its website. The Annual Budget & Transparency Reporting is an opportunity to communicate to our community on how we utilize the resources that are provided to us.

Board Approved Budget

The Battle Creek School District budget is adopted by a publicly elected local board of education no later than June 30 of each year. This budget is posted on the website within 15 days of adoption. Any subsequent budget amendments are also posted within 15 days.

ESSER Investment Plan

23g MI Kids Back on Track Grant

23g MICIP Plan

For assistance with services outlined in the plan, please contact Greg Bish, Director of Elementary Education at gbish@battle-creek.k12.mi.us or (269) 660-5821.

Personnel Expenditures

2023-2024 Personnel Expenditures

Current Operating Expenditures

2023-2024 Operating Expenditures

Current Bargaining Agreements

Employer Sponsored Health Care Plans

Audited Financial Statements

Each year, Battle Creek School District is required to hire an independent auditor to complete a comprehensive audit which evaluates and reports on the financial condition of the district. The audit includes a thorough analysis of all business operations as well as a compliance review for the requirements of the many programs we operate.

Medical Benefit Plan Bids

This section includes information related to bids required under section 5 of the public employee health benefits act, 2007 PA 106, MCL 124.75. Bids must be solicited from four or more carriers (including on VEBA) for each employee group at least once every three years or whenever a change in health plan coverage is made.

Procurement Policy

Federal Procurement Policy

Expense Reimbursement Policy

Accounts Payable Check Register or Statement of Reimbursed Expenses

Employee Compensation Information

This section will include compensation information for the superintendent and any employee whose salary exceeds $100,000 annually. For purposes of this reporting, salary is defined as Medicare wages for the calendar year.

District Paid Association Dues

Dues and fees paid with district funds are limited to professional associations and student associations. Membership in professional associations provide added opportunities, resources, continuing education, and professional development. They also make it possible for our district to conduct business in more efficient ways. Participation in student associations results in scholarship opportunities for students. Employees pay employment association (labor union) dues through payroll deductions. These dues are not paid with district funds.

District Paid Lobbying Costs

There were no district paid lobbying costs for 2022-2023.

Approved Deficit Elimination Plan

The district has not incurred a deficit.

District Credit Card Information

Credit Card Names and Limits

District Paid Out-of-State Travel

Evaluation

Continuity of Learning and Covid-19 Response Plans

For more information, visit our COVID-19 Information Page.