Lincoln County Board Meeting July 28th, 2026

The Lincoln County Schools Board of Education held its regular meeting on July 28, 2026, at Harts PK–8. The board approved consent items 4–0, including a low-bid construction project for school repairs; five firms attended the site meeting, four bids were submitted, and one was disqualified for a submission error. Dan Hill Construction was identified as the low bidder. The bid included a $35,000 contingency, which could reduce the final cost if unused, but the total bid amount is unclear in the transcript. Substantial completion was expected by September 28. The board also approved financial requests 4–0. During the bills discussion, members asked about an Apple purchase of nearly $98,000 for iPad replacement, with some computer devices also included; they discussed potentially expanding grade-level device sets and reducing reliance on individual iPads. No specific vote on that purchase is clear in the transcript.

A presenter proposed taking ownership of and restoring the former Harts school for community events, historical displays, and other uses, with grant funding and private revenue supporting the work. He described providing insurance and sharing 20% of monthly profits with the community, but the renovation cost was not intelligible in the transcript. Board members expressed interest while noting that due diligence and details—including property use and athletic-field needs—would need to be addressed; no approval or contract was made. The superintendent also reported progress on the Duvall project, including installation of the gym floor, with materials on site. Other discussion covered school performance, attendance, and filling a vacant board seat.