March Regular Board Meeting 031626

The Caledonia Community Schools Board held its March Regular Board Meeting on March 16, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $472,296 purchase of two 77-passenger school buses and one 53-passenger lift wheelchair bus from Hookstra Transportation. The board also approved a 36-month internet service contract with Spectrum Enterprise totaling $51,840. Additionally, the board discussed upcoming procurement actions such as a Chromebook purchase planned for April, an RFQ for installation of 60 water bottle filler stations funded by a state grant, and an RFB for replacing dual boiler systems at a school building. The board reviewed a preschool furniture purchase estimated at $189,951 to outfit eight classrooms, with potential cost adjustments pending further evaluation. The meeting included several resolutions related to school enrollment policies and bond ratification, with votes taken to approve these items. Overall, the meeting focused on approving contracts and planning capital and technology purchases to support district operations and infrastructure.