Board of Education Meeting 5-4-2026

The Dexter Community Schools Board of Education held a meeting on May 4, 2026, focusing primarily on procurement and capital improvement projects. The board reviewed and approved the minutes from the previous meeting and then discussed the Series 1 Bid Package 6 for the Dexter High School additions and partial renovations. This project includes a new secure entrance, weight room expansion, and CTE classroom enhancements, with a recommended contract award totaling approximately $9.24 million, excluding electrical and earthwork bids which are pending further review. The overall project budget is estimated at $13 million, exceeding the original $11 million budget due to expanded scope and additional parking and theater work. The board also approved a $30,000 contract with Pro Carpentry for sauna replacements at the Dexter Wellness Center, funded by remaining 2017 bond funds. Additionally, the board discussed the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) budget for 2026-27, with no immediate action taken. The meeting included updates on ongoing projects, funding strategies, and community engagement opportunities related to curriculum review and facility improvements.