Marion County School Board Work Session, July 9, 2026

The Marion County School Board held a work session on July 9, 2026, focusing on several key topics including an overview of the Public Education Foundation's support programs and a detailed discussion of the district's five-year capital improvement plan. The Foundation highlighted its financial and material support to schools, including grants, scholarships, and partnerships, with over $1.2 million provided in various supports and nearly $500,000 in student scholarships. The capital plan presentation addressed enrollment growth projections, the use and maintenance of portables, and funding sources such as local capital improvement funds, impact fees, and sales tax revenues. Board members discussed the need for strategic planning around property management and approved moving forward with an RFP process to retain a realtor to assist with buying and selling district properties. The board requested a draft RFP based on a similar contract from Brevard County to guide future decisions. No formal votes were recorded during this session, but several action items were identified, including further review of portable usage and capital projects, and preparation for the upcoming RFP issuance.