Berkeley County Board of Education Meeting - June 15, 2026

The Berkeley County Board of Education held a meeting on June 15, 2026, which included multiple procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved the award of a contract (IFB number 767) to Kruell Company Incorporated for HVAC repair parts, with an initial one-year term valued at $120,000 and options to renew for up to five years, totaling an estimated $600,000. They also approved architectural and engineering services contracts for the Kane Bay High School addition, awarding Mosley Incorporated a fixed lump sum contract of $1,457,000, and Harper General Contractors a preconstruction services contract for $119,200. Additionally, the board approved the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds not to exceed $100 million to fund capital projects and repay existing debt. The board conducted the first reading of the fiscal year 2026-2027 general fund budget totaling approximately $517.9 million, which includes a 2% salary increase for teachers and adjustments to millage rates. Public comments addressed concerns about staffing cuts, communication, and medical policies for diabetic students. Multiple student attendance appeals were also considered and voted on during the meeting.