In a recent government meeting, key accomplishments of Miss Dafelski, who has served as a project manager since spring 2020, were highlighted, showcasing her significant contributions to the district's financial health and operational efficiency.

Miss Dafelski has played a pivotal role in managing various construction projects, including the Marshall Construction project, which is currently on budget, and the Kramer construction closeout, where she successfully returned over $1.6 million in LFI funds to the district. Her management of the transportation and maintenance building construction resulted in savings of nearly $374,000.

In addition to infrastructure projects, Miss Dafelski championed a retirement incentive that has saved the district over $640,000 over four years. She also negotiated union contracts that yielded savings of approximately $645,000 during the COVID-19 pandemic, alongside other cost-saving measures that included furloughing staff and eliminating unnecessary transportation costs.

Overall, her efforts have led to a total savings of approximately $9.2 million since she took on her role. Miss Dafelski has also been instrumental in managing public records requests, engaging with community organizations, and ensuring compliance with various audits, all while maintaining a clean audit record for four consecutive years.

Her proactive approach in utilizing ESSER and ARP funds, along with her involvement in district leadership and community engagement, underscores her commitment to enhancing the district's operational effectiveness and fiscal responsibility. The meeting underscored the importance of her contributions as the district continues to navigate financial challenges and strive for improvement.