Union Schools Board Meeting 6-8-26

The Union Public Schools Board held a meeting on June 8, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related decisions were made for the 2026-2027 school year. The board approved expenditures totaling over $1 million for textbooks, supplemental curriculum, and software, including a $900,000 allocation from bond funds. They also approved the purchase of 600 iPads and a Mac Mini server from Apple Inc. for $221,139 from bond funds. Additionally, the board awarded blanket purchase orders for food, dairy, produce, and paper bids totaling approximately $4.75 million. Other procurement actions included approving contracts for waste control services at $165,000, HVAC upgrades and classroom construction with Flintco LLC, and a major renovation contract for the 6th and 7th grade center awarded to The Boldt Construction Corporation for over $8.4 million. The board also approved a 3-year renewal of the Infinite Campus license agreement for $496,412.25 from bond funds and a contract with RSM US LLP for an external financial audit at a fee not to exceed $105,000. Budget revisions and a temporary operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year were approved, reflecting adjustments for revenues, expenditures, and staffing reductions. The board also approved insurance renewals and a risk management consulting agreement. Personnel appointments and a one-time retention stipend for employees were confirmed. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on procurement approvals, budget management, and operational contracts to support the district's educational and facility needs.