Transparency Information
Section 18 (2) of the Public Act 94 of 1979, The State School Aid Act, has been amended, which requires each school district and intermediate school district to post certain information on its website within 30 days after a board adopts it annual operating budget or any subsequent revision to that budget. The Annual Budget and Transparency Reporting is an opportunity to communicate to our community on how we utilize the resources that are provided to us.
2023-24 Public Budget/Truth in Taxation Hearing - June 12, 2023
Board Approved Budgets
The Hamilton Budget is adopted in June and typically amended in February and May. An "initial look" budget is developed in April for planning the next fiscal year. The Budget includes the General Fund and Food Service Fund.
Budget 2023-24 Amended 2-19-24
Budget 2023-24
Budget 2022-23 Amended 6-12-23
Budget 2022-23
Continuity of Learning Plan
Mi Kids Back on Track 23g
Section 98c Plan
Section 98c Learning Loss Plan
Section 98
Bentheim Elementary Section 98
Blue Star Elementary Section 98
Hamilton Elementary Section 98
Personnel Expenditures
This information is provided by the Michigan Department of Education and is based on the information in the Financial Information Database (FID). The FID data is submitted by the District to the State after each fiscal year audit.
Current Operating Expenditures
This information is provided by the Michigan Department of Education and is based on the information in the Financial Information Database (FID). The FID data is submitted by the District to the State after each fiscal year audit.
PROCUREMENT POLICY
EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT POLICY
Current Expense Reimbursement Policy
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CHECK REGISTER
Current Bargaining Agreements
The District has two employee groups which are organized or represented by an association or union. The most recent collective bargaining agreements are provided.
Hamilton Education Association - affiliated with the Michigan Education Association (MEA) and the National Education Association (NEA) (Teachers & Professional Support)
Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teachers
Hamilton Custodial / Maintenance Association - affiliated with the Michigan Education Association (MEA) and the National Education Association (NEA) (Custodians & Building Maintenance)
Employer Sponsored Health Care Plans
The District sponsors Health Care plans for eligible employees. Eligibility varies by group.
Health Plan Documents
MESSA Choices
MESSA ABC
MESSA ABC 10% Co-Insurance
MESSA Balance+
Dental Plan
Long Term Disability (LTD) Plan
Administrator, Director, Principal
Custodial, Maintenance
Non-Union, Full-Time, Full Year
Non-Union, Full-Time, School Year
Non-Union, Part-Time, School Year
Superintendent
Supervisor, Coordinator, Contract Secretary
Teacher
Vision Plan
Life Plan Group
Administrator, Director, Principal
Custodian & Maintenance
Non-Union, Full-Time, Full Year
Non-Union, Full-Time, School Year
Superintendent
Supervisor, Coordinator, Contract Secretary
Teacher
PA 106 Compliance
Audited Financial Statements
The District is required to have its financial statements audited each year by a Certified Public Accounting Firm. The most recent audited statements are provided. The Michigan Department of Treasury also provides audited statements at its website: www.michigan.gov/treasury
2022-23 Financial Statements
2021-22 Financial Statements
2020-21 Financial Statements
2019-20 Financial Statements
2018-19 Financial Statements
2017-18 Financial Statements
2016-17 Financial Statements
2015-16 Financial Statements
2014-15 Financial Statements
2013-14 Financial Statements
Employee Compensation Information
The District is required to disclose the compensation of the Superintendent and any other employee whose salary is greater than or equal to $100,000. The employees on the right are expected to have compensation exceeding $100,000 and their contracts or compensation information is provided.
District Paid Association Dues
The District and some of its Employees are members of various Associations. These Associations provide a variety of services to the District or its employees.
District Paid Lobbying Costs
The District does not pay for any lobbyist services or reimburse any lobbyist expenses. From time to time, employees are consulted by State legislators for the impact of proposed legislation on the District. Occasionally, employees may contact legislators or meet with them on issues vital to the District. Some of the above Associations employ persons who are in regular contact with Legislators or the Governor.
Educator Evaluation
State of Michigan laws pertinent to Educator Evaluation
Hamilton Community Schools Board of Education Policy on Professional Staff Evaluation
Hamilton Community Schools Educator Evaluation Training Plan
Marzano Teacher Evaluation Model Research
Marzano Non-Classroom Instructional Personnel Evaluation Research
Marzano School Leader Evaluation Research
District Leader Evaluation Research
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