REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING - May 12 2026

The Citrus County School Board held a regular meeting on May 12, 2026, covering a wide range of topics including educational program recognitions, personnel appointments, and significant procurement and budget decisions. Key procurement-related actions included approval of a professional services addendum for master planning of the Marine Science Station, funded entirely through donations and not ad valorem taxes. The board also approved a single source contract with Optimum Foods for a direct-to-home summer feeding program aimed at addressing food scarcity among students in rural areas, with a commitment to provide a post-summer report on program outcomes. Additionally, the board approved the first amendment to the School Resource Officer (SRO) operational and financial agreements with the Citrus County Sheriff's Office, reflecting ongoing collaboration and funding support. Financial reports highlighted a clean external audit with increased revenues exceeding expenses by $6.8 million for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The meeting also included discussions on attendance boundary maps, updated job descriptions for teachers, and concerns about insurance claims and bus safety enforcement. Motions related to procurement and budget were passed unanimously or with strong support, demonstrating the board's focus on enhancing student safety, nutrition, and educational facilities.