HCS Board Meeting - 05/18/2026

The Hartland Schools Board held a regular meeting on May 18, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. The board approved the LESA 2026-27 budget and agreements for law enforcement services, including contracts with Fortis and the county sheriff's office. They also approved a letter of agreement with the Cromaine District Library. Revised policies related to purchasing (6320) and procurement of federal grant funds (6325) were adopted, with an amendment to clarify the superintendent's purchasing authority within budget allocations. Additionally, the board discussed the renewal of the sinking fund, a half-mill tax generating approximately $860,000 annually for capital improvements without incurring bond interest, and recommended placing the renewal on the November ballot. A van purchase was proposed and approved using state contract pricing to replace an aging vehicle, intended for use by various school groups to reduce reliance on personal vehicles. The meeting also included a detailed discussion on school crime reporting policies, focusing on clarifying procedures for reporting criminal conduct involving students, with input from legal counsel and law enforcement representatives. No motions were taken on this topic during the meeting. Future meetings were scheduled for June 1 and June 15, 2026.