BOE Meeting 4.21.26

The South Huntington Union Free School District Board of Education held a meeting on April 21, 2026, which included a variety of agenda items ranging from student recognitions to budget adoption and contract approvals. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a five-year contract for fiber service to enhance district technology infrastructure, the award of a contract to Crossroads Construction Corp. for a TV studio capital project at Wellwood High School, and the selection of EPIC as the new insurance broker following a competitive RFP process aimed at cost savings and improved service. The board also approved multiple health service agreements with neighboring school districts for student services, a multi-year service agreement with Western Suffolk BOCES for technology and photocopy leases, and an energy performance contract amendment with Bank of America. Additionally, the board adopted updated procurement policies to align with current practices and approved a new sixth-grade elective course focused on digital skills. Budget discussions highlighted a proposed 2.4% tax levy increase, estimated state aid, and the use of reserves to balance the budget without cutting programs. Several capital improvement projects were noted, including boiler replacements, playground renovations, and tennis court relocations. The meeting concluded with personnel appointments and recognition of community contributions.