The West Linn-Wilsonville School District’s previously scheduled Public Information Budget Listening and Learning Session on April 1 has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. Public questions and input will move to an online format.

This change follows guidance from the Oregon Department of Revenue related to the spread of COVID-19. Due to those recommendations, Oregon’s local governments are encouraged to conduct public meetings, including budget committee meetings, through electronic communications or other alternative methods. 

Superintendent Dr. Kathy Ludwig will present an informational webinar outlining budget strategies, the district vision, and goals that are based on evolving state funding scenarios presented by the Legislature. This online presentation will be posted on the district website on April 8 at 1 p.m. The presentation can be found at https://www.wlwv.k12.or.us. Following the webinar, a survey will be offered to gather questions and comments.

The West Linn-Wilsonville School Board approved three bond construction contracts during a special meeting on Monday, March 16. Meeting via teleconference, the Board approved resolutions for three construction contracts paid for by the 2014 Capital Bond.

The first contract, resolution 2019-16, authorized purchase and installment of generators at Cedaroak Park and Stafford Primary Schools. Generators will provide power in emergency situations.

Two separate contracts, resolution 2019-17 and 2019-18, authorize construction work for upgraded performance lighting at the West Linn High School Performing Arts Center. The lighting upgrades will improve energy efficiency and are on par with what will be implemented at Wilsonville High School when its new Performing Arts Center is constructed with 2019 Capital Bond funding.

The Board also received the latest updates from District staff regarding COVID-19 and efforts being made in the West Linn-Wilsonville School District. To learn more, please visit the district’s COVID-19 information page.