Operations and resource management Expectations: Superintendent efficiently and prudently oversees school district finances and facilities, equipment, and supplies; operational decisions are aligned with the goals and strategic plan. district’s Suggested evidence: budget narrative (submitted to board with proposed budget spreadsheet); budget superintendent’s calendar; monthly board reports on the status of the budget, special reserve fund, and returns on investments; board meeting minutes; district policies governing purchasing and school finance; finance committee meeting minutes; district insurance policies; and deferred maintenance and transportation replacement plans a. Does the superintendent make recommendations necessary to ensure the district meets its financial needs? Does the superintendent manage district finances in a manner that meets the short- and long-term goals and district’s needs? 1=lowest and 4=highest budget recommendations take into account ending fund balance Superintendent’s requirements in NDCC 15.1-07-29 and 15.1-27-35.3. Superintendent ensures that the special reserve fund does not exceed limitations in NDCC 57-15-14.2; superintendent assists the business manager to ensure that these funds are invested in accordance with restrictions in law and in a manner meant to maximize return. During board discussions of budget, superintendent explains how it supports the strategic plan and goals. district’s mill levy recommendations are based on actual needs as clearly Superintendent’s explained to the board during budget discussions. recommendations related to the building levy are based on justified Superintendent’s needs, including long-term demographic information and/or a deferred maintenance plan. Superintendent assists the business manager and board with ensuring that the budget is approved and mill levies are certified in accordance with deadlines in laws.
Operations and resource management Expectations: Superintendent efficiently and prudently oversees school district finances and facilities, equipment, and supplies; operational decisions are aligned with the district’s goals and strategic plan. Suggested evidence: superintendent’s budget narrative (submitted to board with proposed budget spreadsheet); budget calendar; monthly board reports on the status of the budget, special reserve fund, and returns on investments; board meeting minutes; district policies governing purchasing and school finance; finance committee meeting minutes; district insurance policies; and deferred maintenance and transportation replacement plans a. Does the superintendent make recommendations necessary to ensure the district meets its financial needs? Does the superintendent manage district finances in a manner that meets the district’s short- and long-term goals and needs? 1=lowest and 4=highest Superintendent’s budget recommendations take into account ending fund balance requirements in NDCC 15.1-07-29 and 15.1-27-35.3. Superintendent ensures that the special reserve fund does not exceed limitations in NDCC 57-15-14.2; superintendent assists the business manager to ensure that these funds are invested in accordance with restrictions in law and in a manner meant to maximize return. During board discussions of budget, superintendent explains how it supports the district’s strategic plan and goals. Superintendent’s mill levy recommendations are based on actual needs as clearly explained to the board during budget discussions. Superintendent’s recommendations related to the building levy are based on justified needs, including long-term demographic information and/or a deferred maintenance plan. Superintendent assists the business manager and board with ensuring that the budget is approved and mill levies are certified in accordance with deadlines in laws.
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