January Regular Board Meeting 011226

The January 12, 2026 regular board meeting of the Caledonia Community Schools focused on several procurement and budget-related matters. The board approved the 2025-2026 budget amendment resolution, reflecting updated revenues and expenditures including a $1.7 million increase related to retirement liabilities. A significant procurement action was the approval of the sale of the former Dutton Elementary School property to the Kent Intermediate School District for $2,220,000, intended to expand Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities. The board also approved a $214,972 purchase of a field lighting package from MUSCO Sports Lighting and a five-year lawn and landscape services contract with Zoet Services LLC at a first-year cost of $81,560. Additionally, discussion items included upcoming bids for classroom audio-video upgrades and network switches funded by a 2023 bond issue, as well as a proposed purchase of a commercial-grade autonomous vacuum to improve custodial efficiency. Policy updates were introduced for first reading, and the board recognized the importance of maintaining adequate rental fees for facility use. Overall, the meeting addressed key procurement decisions supporting educational infrastructure and operational improvements.