School Board Workshop: June 9, 2026

The School Board Workshop for the School District of Lee County held on June 9, 2026, focused extensively on procurement and budget-related topics. Key discussions included the April 2026 construction change order report highlighting tax savings of over $764,000 and expenditures related to various school projects, including the new Alva High School and Cypress Lake Middle School. The board reviewed a detailed five-year capital plan projecting $2.1 billion in revenue from property tax, sales tax, and impact fees, with emphasis on managing debt service and transfers from capital funds to the general fund. Maintenance and project management updates covered 179 projects, including HVAC and roofing improvements, funded primarily through sales tax and capital funds. The board also received a comprehensive budget overview addressing enrollment trends, state funding calculations, and legislative updates impacting school funding and policies. Additionally, the meeting included presentations on safety and emergency operations, job descriptions related to essential hires despite a hiring freeze, and a policy review on ethics and leave policies. The board discussed advocacy efforts at the state and federal levels to secure additional funding and legislative support. No votes or motions related to procurement were explicitly recorded during the workshop, but multiple action items and follow-ups on budget and capital projects were noted.