UPDATE
Due to inclement weather, Brookland Public Schools announced on Facebook that the meeting will be postponed. “The public meeting to discuss the proposed millage scheduled for Thursday, January 29, will be rescheduled because of road conditions,” the post said. The post did not say when the meeting will be.
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BROOKLAND, AR — (BrooklandNews.com) — Jan. 23, 2026 — Brookland Public Schools announced this week they will hold a meeting to address questions on a mileage increase.
In a post on the district’s Facebook, it said the meeting will be held on Thursday, January 29, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. in the hallway between Bearcat Arena and the front high school parking lot.
Brookland Public Schools is seeking a 3.95-mill increase to fund two new projects: a junior high cafeteria/community tornado shelter and the Bearcat Training Center. The district has experienced significant growth, necessitating these new facilities.
During a recent basketball game held at Bearcat Arena, signs and pamphlets were displayed for visitors.
Brookland residents will head to the polls to vote on the increase on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.