TRSB Meeting 02/19/2026

The Timberlane Regional School District (TRSD) school board meeting held on February 19, 2026, focused heavily on budgetary and procurement matters. Key procurement discussions included approval of a new five-year lease-to-own contract for 42 copiers and associated service and supplies with MST Government Leasing LLC, projected to save the district approximately $283,432 over five years. The board also authorized $6,161,343 for phase 4 of a lease purchase financing for energy savings equipment and building improvements at district facilities. Additionally, the board accepted two donations totaling $6,000 to support student initiatives. Personnel actions included the appointment of Mark Branderton as the new facilities director, bringing extensive experience in project management and estimating. Policy adoption included approval of a remote learning policy. The meeting also addressed budget challenges, including revenue shortfalls and a hiring freeze, and discussed strategies for improving the logistics of future deliberative sessions. No new contracts beyond those mentioned were approved, but the meeting reflected ongoing capital improvement projects and operational procurement activities.