The Bainbridge Island School Board was set to approve two new staff contracts at its bimonthly meeting this week.

Board members considered agreements for the island’s principals and the Bainbridge Island Education Association (BIEA), the union that represents local teachers.

District officials concluded the collective bargaining process with BIEA on Aug. 25, with BIEA members ratifying the three-year agreement on Sept. 6.

Besides several language adjustments regarding early release for professional development and personal leave, the proposal includes a 6.1 percent compensation increase for 2016-2017 (which includes a 1.8 percent cost-of-living allowance) and a 3 percent increase in 2017-2018 and 2018-2019, in addition to any state pass through.

District principals approved their three-year contract on Sept. 9.

Major changes include a streamlined 260-day calendar (218 workdays, 12 holidays and 30 vacation days) for all building administrators and a new compensation agreement for the 2016-2017 school year.

Salary increases varied among positions. Elementary and options principals received a 8.1 percent raise due to new workday requirements and a competitive market. Intermediate and middle school assistant principals received a 7.1 percent raise, and the high school principal received a 4.1 percent raise.

All other administrators will see a 6.1 percent jump in their salaries.

The compensation increase for 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 are set at 3 percent across the board, in addition to any state pass through.

Both contracts leave wiggle room for the district to account for possible reductions in force.

If the Legislature reduces the district’s levy authority or changes how levy funds may be spent, or in the event of a double levy failure, the district and each union agree to meet and negotiate regarding the amount of supplemental compensation impacted by the legislative change.

If an agreement cannot be reached, the district will not be obligated to continue supplemental pay above the 2016-2017 professional responsibility, with the understanding that unilateral cuts will be made equitably through all impacted employees and programs.

If there is a net increase in state funds less loss of levy capacity, the district agrees to meet with each association in the spring of 2018 to consider supplemental compensation above the 3 percent minimum increase.

District officials praised both groups for their collaboration and diligence during the collective bargaining process.