Community Budget Advisory Committee

The community budget advisory committee works to understand the structure of the budget, the laws and policies that govern school district finances, the timeline and process of budget development, and other financial considerations.

Objectives for the committee include:

  • Study and analyze the short-term and long-range financial needs of the
District

  • Verify that the budget supports the mission and priorities of the
District as set by the School Board and the District's Strategic Plan

  • Provide input to the Board and Superintendent on specific findings,
issues, and/or concerns related to District finances and the budgeting
process

  • Recommend potential budget enhancements and reductions when
required;

  • Strive to continuously improve transparency, clarity, and effectiveness
of communication in order to enhance the community's understanding
of financial matters of the District

  • Work collaboratively, keeping in mind the needs of the District as a
whole

  • Assist the District in reaching out to stakeholder groups for the purpose of enhancing their understanding of the District's budget and
financial condition

  • Advise the Board and Superintendent on such other matters as may be
requested.

Upcoming Meetings

The Community Budget Advisory Committee meets quarterly.

  • March 5, 2026

  • May 28, 2026

  • October 29, 2026

  • January 28, 2027

  • March 4, 2027

  • May 29, 2027

Committee Members

  • Alejandro Mosquera

  • Andy Krogstad

  • Andy Wadewitz

  • Ben Lund

  • Brandon Hill

  • Casey Czarnowski

  • Christiaan Cartwright

  • Corey Belkstrom

  • Ellen Aring

  • James O'Connor

  • Jill Tryon

  • Justin Cook

  • Karen McLaughlin

  • Kim Illg

  • Linda Parker

  • Michelle Pyfferoen

  • Paul Koerner

  • Ronald Menaker

  • Roselyn Osuagwu

  • Santosh Mishra

  • Shannon Brown

  • Svetlana Pena

  • Thomas McLaurin

We welcome new members every year for a two year term. If you are interested in participating, please fill out an application

District Advisors

Denise Moody

Denise Moody

Director of Policy and Innovation

Email Denise Moody

Andy Krogstad

Andy Krogstad

Director of Finance

Email Andy Krogsted