Clarence Schools Board of Education Meeting - January 12th, 2026

The Clarence Central School District Board of Education held a meeting on January 12, 2026, which included a detailed update on the district's ongoing capital improvement projects. The board received presentations from construction and architectural representatives regarding the 2024 capital project, which involves extensive work across multiple school buildings including parking lot renovations, masonry restorations, playground upgrades, elevator modernization, and public address system improvements. The project budget was discussed, highlighting a total commitment of approximately $19.4 million against a referendum of $20.6 million, with savings from bid values allowing for contingency funds and potential IT infrastructure upgrades. Additionally, an energy performance contract focused on replacing nearly 9,000 lighting fixtures with energy-efficient LED technology was reviewed, with a project cost just under $2.3 million. The board approved motions related to varsity hockey team travel and reviewed policies for future consideration. Overall, the meeting emphasized procurement activities such as contract awards, budget allocations, and project scheduling for capital improvements and energy upgrades within the school district.