February 29 2024- A lengthy and tense Robbinsdale Area School Board meeting last Tuesday saw public disagreement between Board Chair ReNae Bowman and Board Member Helen Bassett, particularly regarding the district’s operating referendum and capital projects levy. The tensions have prompted the board to seek third-party mediation from the Mediation Center of Minnesota to address and improve relations among board members. A committee met on February 26 to further plan the mediation process and establish a timeline.