Special Board Meeting 4-23-26

The Brevard Public Schools Special Board Meeting held on April 23, 2026, focused primarily on the renewal of the district's property, boiler machinery, and terrorism sabotage insurance policies for the 2026-27 period. The board discussed the procurement process, emphasizing the importance of receiving renewal documents at least 45 days in advance to allow sufficient time for review and negotiation. Representatives from Gallagher and other insurance wholesalers explained the complexities of accessing non-standard insurance markets through wholesale brokers like AmWINS and RPS, highlighting the competitive efforts to secure the best pricing for the district. The board acknowledged the successful cost reductions achieved through persistent market engagement and approved the insurance policy renewal. The meeting underscored the need for improved procurement timelines and transparency regarding cancellation clauses and commission structures to enhance future contract negotiations.