Apply to be on the Budget Committee

Springfield Public Schools is seeking applicants to fill the Position 4 vacancy on the District’s Budget Committee. The committee plays an integral role in the review and approval of the District’s operating budget.

Typically starting in January, the budget committee members attend a monthly work session where District staff present budget-relevant information. The Superintendent presents the proposed budget in May for consideration by the budget committee which reviews the budget proposal to ensure the District is fiscally responsible in allocating resources that are in line with District goals. The committee examines the proposed budget, listens to community comments, provides feedback to staff, and ultimately approves the budget. The budget is forwarded to the School Board for adoption. 

The Budget Committee consists of 10 members - five school board members and five citizen volunteers appointed by the board.

Applicants must have lived within SPS boundaries for the past year and must be registered to vote. Budget committee members cannot be District employees. Committee members are not compensated for their time or service. The Position 4 term expires on December 31, 2026.
Anyone interested in serving on the budget committee can apply in several ways:

•   Complete and submit the online application form
•   Printed applications are available at the District office at 640 A Street

The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on April 4, 2025. The Board will interview finalists for the positions and vote during its Business Meeting on April 14, 2025.