REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING and PUBLIC HEARING - Jul 14 2026

The Citrus County School Board held a regular meeting and public hearing on July 14, 2026, focusing on various educational and operational updates. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a piggyback bid (2027-08) for equipment and supplies from Smiley vendors, leveraging a St. Johns County contract, which passed unanimously. The board also reviewed budget considerations amid declining enrollment, with a reported $9 million reduction through attrition and consolidation, and discussed upcoming tentative budget approval scheduled for a July 28 workshop. Additionally, the board approved contracts such as the Early Learning Coalition agreement, which supports the district's Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) program, and discussed technology resiliency improvements including a change order with Zayo to enhance internet connectivity and plans to replace the aging phone system. Other highlights included recognition of donations totaling $34,200 to various schools and technical colleges, and approval of instructional and support personnel recommendations. The meeting also covered educational program updates, including literacy plans and summer school outcomes, but no new capital improvement projects or large-scale purchasing decisions were reported.