Linden Board of Education Meeting | May 28, 2026

The Linden Board of Education held a meeting on May 28, 2026, where they addressed various administrative and operational matters. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contracts and purchases such as the cafeteria HVAC project with a slight cost increase, awarding a contract to Bloomboard to support teacher pipeline development, and purchasing chairs for science room renovations at School 9 from two different vendors. The board also approved pricing for the lunch and breakfast programs for the 2026-27 school year, reflecting a modest increase due to inflation. Additionally, they discussed masonry repairs at School 8 and awarded time and material contracts for electrical repairs, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage laws. Motions covering these items were approved by roll call vote. The meeting also included personnel approvals contingent on funding and recognized community and student achievements, but no new business or public comments related to procurement were noted.