Freehold Township School District Board of Education Meeting 04/28/2026

The Freehold Township Board of Education held a meeting on April 28, 2026, primarily focused on student recognitions and the final budget presentation for the upcoming fiscal year. The board acknowledged various student achievements in reading, debate, geography bees, essay competitions, and academic team events. The budget presentation detailed revenue sources, including tax levies, state aid, and reserve accounts, highlighting a 6.4% tax levy increase driven largely by healthcare and special education costs. The board reviewed and approved multiple procurement-related items, including contract awards for school additions and alterations (projects 25K026 and 25K027), HVAC upgrades, transportation contracts, and health insurance rates for 2026-27. The finance committee also discussed new laws limiting certain co-op contracts for maintenance and construction. The meeting concluded with motions to approve personnel and curriculum items and a closed session to discuss superintendent contracts and pending litigation, with no further public action taken.