GEHRHSD BOE Meeting 1/27/26 7PM

The GEHRHSD Board of Education held a meeting on January 27, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. The board reviewed the completed audit reports, highlighting fund balances including excess surplus, maintenance reserve, and capital reserve funds. Notably, the board plans to allocate $1 million from the capital reserve towards a $2 million HVAC project at Applegami High School, with bidding expected within the next one to two months. The maintenance reserve was also discussed as a funding source for unexpected projects such as the gym floor repair. The board approved multiple grouped action items related to transportation, education, and personnel, including motions to approve purchase orders and contracts. Additionally, there was discussion about field trip costs and the need for clearer justification and oversight of expenditures related to chaperones and substitutes. The board also touched on policy and funding issues, including a pending state bill on remote instruction and community health initiatives. Overall, the meeting focused on financial oversight, upcoming capital projects, and prudent management of district resources.