MTSD School Board - Voting Session - 4/16/2026

The Manheim Township School District held a School Board Voting Session on April 16, 2026, focusing extensively on the 2026-2027 budget updates and several procurement and capital improvement projects. Key procurement actions included the approval of a $2.6 million contract to Horst Excavating Company for phase two site work of the campus master plan and awarding a $1.17 million contract to Progressive Roofing for high school roof restoration. The board also approved moving forward with detailed architectural planning for phase three of the campus master plan. Additionally, the district approved the purchase of Panorama as the new district data platform for $109,662.30, reflecting an 18% discount. Safety and security upgrades, including the implementation of Centegix panic alert technology and lockdown door shades, were discussed with associated costs and funding strategies. Budget discussions highlighted labor costs, transportation increases, and anticipated revenues, including state adequacy funding and Medicaid billing expansions. The board voted on motions related to these contracts and budget items, with some personnel salary increase guidelines postponed for further discussion. Overall, the meeting addressed significant procurement decisions and budget allocations impacting district facilities, technology, and safety enhancements.