11.12.2026 CORC Advisory Committee Meeting

The School District of Palm Beach County’s CORC Advisory Committee met on November 12, 2026. The committee reviewed construction and procurement items, including West Point Middle School closeout changes that reclassified costs between contract allowances, change orders, and contingency; staff said the changes had a net-zero effect on the district. A member disclosed new employment with D. Stevenson Construction and recused himself from the PC1 vote concerning renewal of prequalified contractors. PC2 discussion addressed architect selection and fee negotiations, and staff said future design contracts will include travel costs in the consultant’s fee rather than reimburse mileage. FC4, with a correction to a date, was moved for board approval and passed unanimously. The transcript does not clearly establish the outcome of every consent item.

The committee also discussed plans for a new Riviera Beach high school and related land and facility arrangements with the city and Inlet Grove. The project is to remain within the existing budget originally allocated for Old Sun Coast renovations, funded through sales tax; a $5 million payment to the city at closing was discussed, along with the need to secure its use for intended purposes. Phase 1 design work is underway, while the architect for phase 2 remains to be selected through an RFP. Staff described a planned construction start of February 1 and an eight-month first phase. The committee raised concerns about contract review time, project costs, security, capacity, and future maintenance, but took no vote on the project agreement. Staff reported Westlake Elementary remains on schedule to open in August.