ACSD#1 Board of Education Business Meeting - February 11, 2026

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education held a business meeting on February 11, 2026, which included multiple procurement-related discussions and contract approvals. The board approved bids for several major maintenance projects, including roof replacements at Indian Paintbrush Elementary, Whiting High School, and Vital Elementary, with contract awards to Dave Loen Construction, Big Horn Roofing, and Superior Roofing respectively. They also approved the purchase of a wheeled skid loader from Bobcat of the Rockies and a painting contract for Vital Elementary. Additionally, the board authorized funds for retro-commissioning the HVAC system at Laramie High School and approved an amendment for asbestos abatement and demolition services at Old Slate Elementary. The meeting included motions to accept financial reports and approve incentive payments for early resignation and retirement notices. Policy updates were discussed, including administrative regulations and editorial changes to policies, with motions passed to streamline policy amendments. The board also deliberated extensively on graduation ceremony procedures, particularly on who should hand out diplomas, emphasizing the importance of student input. No votes were taken on this topic during the meeting. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on capital improvement projects, vendor selections, budget considerations, and policy governance affecting future procurement activities.