SPALC Bargaining: March 23, 2026

The School District of Lee County held a bargaining meeting on March 23, 2026, focusing primarily on contract language and work conditions for paraprofessionals, bus aides, and custodial staff. Key procurement-related discussions included finalizing language around bus attendant transfers with one-on-one students to clarify transfer rights within and outside work sites, and developing a custodial workload formula addressing equitable distribution of work based on square footage, building zones, and intensity of tasks. The meeting also covered plans for custodial training, rotation policies, and handling special events staffing. Additionally, the group discussed compensation and accountability measures for employees temporarily assigned to different duties, and the possibility of modifying contract terms related to annual appointments and disciplinary actions. No specific contract awards, RFPs, or vendor selections were mentioned, but the discussions centered on labor contract provisions that could impact future staffing and operational procurement needs.