Bryan ISD School Board Regular Meeting, April 20, 2026

The Bryan ISD School Board held a regular meeting on April 20, 2026, focusing on various district updates and recognitions. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contracts with local architectural firms for design and construction administration services related to the 2025 bond projects, totaling several million dollars for renovations and restorations across multiple campuses. The board also approved updates to the prevailing wage schedule to ensure compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act for publicly funded construction projects. Additionally, the board approved a purchase over $125,000 for the replacement of a boiler at Neil Armstrong Elementary, funded by remaining 2020 bond funds. A report on the unfunded mandate to retrofit school buses with three-point seat belts by 2029 was presented, with an estimated retrofit cost of $900,000 for 30 buses, to be funded from the 2025 bond. The board voted to submit the required seatbelt report to the state. Budget discussions highlighted challenges with declining average daily attendance impacting revenue projections and the need for careful expenditure management. Overall, the meeting addressed significant capital improvement projects, budget planning, and compliance with state mandates affecting future procurement and spending.