Board of Education Meeting May 12, 2026

The Hamburg Central School District Board of Education held a meeting on May 12, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved multiple contract awards and bid approvals, including awarding a bid to Fry Electrical Construction Corp. for electrical contracting services, approving a bid for AC units for the Hamburg Middle School cafeteria kitchen, and awarding a contract to Ronco Specialized Systems Inc. for phase 5 electrical work on the capital project totaling approximately $179,690. The board also authorized a contract with Udica National Insurance Group for district insurance coverage through the 2026-27 school year and approved a universal pre-kindergarten program request for proposal and agreement for services from August 2026 through June 2027. Additionally, a budget transfer of $320,000 from the health insurance line to debt service was discussed and approved, with explanations provided regarding bond anticipation note interest and premium revenues. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session to discuss contract negotiations. Other topics included updates on capital projects, internet-enabled device policies, transportation audits, and community engagement activities, but the primary procurement focus was on contract awards and budget management.