Carmel Central School District Board of Education Meeting June 9, 2026

The Carmel Central School District Board of Education held a meeting on June 9, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. Key procurement discussions included the printing and mailing of school calendars, with cost estimates provided for different mailing scopes and a consensus to continue mailing to families and staff while making extra copies available for the public. The board also reviewed contracts related to School Resource Officers (SROs) and discussed the $90 per hour rate charged by the Putnam County Sheriff's Office, with plans to seek further cost breakdowns and consider alternatives if necessary. A significant procurement action was the approval of the sale of property located at 1264 Route 52, Carmel, to Bay Properties New York LLC for $3,470,000, with authorization for board officers to execute closing documents. Additionally, the board approved personnel contracts, including a new director position and agreements with district workers, and discussed an RFP for a district architect to ensure transparency and cost accountability. The board also adopted a local option tax exemption policy providing a 50% property tax reduction for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty, reflecting a policy decision with potential financial implications. Other discussions included athletic eligibility policies and support for unified sports programs. Motions related to these procurement and policy matters were passed by roll call votes during the meeting.