Rome CSD BOE Meeting 4/21/26

The Rome City School District Board of Education held a meeting on April 21, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved an amendment to a contract with the Central Administration for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) to increase funding to $50,725 for vision services during the 2025-2026 school year. They also approved the Madison-Oneida BOCES final budget for the 2026-2027 school year and the district's administrative budget of $8,028,000. Additionally, the board authorized the superintendent to approve emergency herbicide applications on district property, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. A lease amendment was approved for the former Rome Catholic Academy building to accommodate pre-K classrooms and administrative offices. Personnel actions included approval of tenure for a teacher, administrative leaves, and appointment of a maintenance supervisor and a long-term substitute principal. The board also adopted several policy updates related to student and employee expression, school safety, and harassment prevention. Upcoming budget forums and elections were announced. The meeting featured public comments expressing concerns about staff turnover, leadership stability, and communication within the district, though these did not result in direct procurement actions.