06-09-2026 - "Committee of the Whole" Business Meeting

The Harrisburg City School District Board of School Directors held a Committee of the Whole business meeting on June 9, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of multiple contracts and agreements scheduled for the June 23, 2026 board meeting, such as curriculum resource platforms, instructional coaching services ($26,000), special education staffing support with Kelly Education Services, water treatment and boiler maintenance contracts, and insurance renewals. The board also approved immediate action items including an ambulance coverage agreement for the upcoming graduation ceremony and a tentative collective bargaining agreement for the 2026-2027 school year. Budget projections and financial scenarios were presented by PFM Group, highlighting potential tax increases, budget cuts, and the impact of state funding and charter school enrollment on the district's finances. The board discussed fund balance allocations, capital improvement plans, and the importance of monitoring financial assumptions. Policy updates were introduced for first reading with no immediate action taken. Overall, the meeting focused on approving contracts and agreements to support district operations and educational programs, alongside detailed budgetary planning and financial oversight.