Title and Board Action Requested
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Approval Requested for out of state travel for a School Board Member to attend the 2026 COSSBA National Conference & UBA Preconference Day from March 11-16, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky that may exceed $500 per Board Member.
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Executive Summary
The Board Chair hereby requests the Board to approve out of state travel for a School Board Member to attend the 2026 COSSBA National Conference & UBA Preconference Day from March 11-16, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky that may exceed $500 per Board Member.
The 2026 COSSBA National Conference, Education Evolution - Transformative Leadership in Changing Times, brings together visionary school board members, superintendents, district administrators, and education partners from across the country for an unforgettable experience focused on impact and innovation. Mrs. Rodriguez will be a presenter on behalf of Hernando County School District.
According to Florida Statute 1001.39, any travel outside the district by a Board Member that exceeds $500 requires prior approval by the district school board to confirm that such travel is for official business of the school district. The conference presentations and materials are related school district business. Board Members who attend such may seek travel reimbursement in excess of $500 to the extent that such expenses are authorized by Florida Statute 112.061 and consistent with State Board of Education rules.
My Contact
Kayce Hawkins
Board Chair
Hawkins_k@hcsb.k12.fl.us
Kelly Pogue
Executive Office Manager to the School Board and General Counsel
Pogue_k@hcsb.k12.fl.us
2023-28 Strategic Focus Area
Other
Financial Impact
See attached budget sheet.
If expenditure is not currently budgeted, this will serve as the budget amendment when Board approved. If the agenda item includes the purchase of goods or services, the funds requested are an anticipated amount and may fluctuate depending on such factors as current market conditions, product availability, additional funding sources, and the needs of the District. Should the actual cost exceed the anticipated amount, the Board approves the additional cost, after review by the superintendent, but not in excess of the funds available in the site’s approved annual budget.