Woonsocket School Committee 05.27.2026

The Woonsocket School Committee held a meeting on May 27, 2026, focusing on various educational and operational updates. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the fiscal year 2027 general fund budget, which requests a 4% increase from the city and incorporates a $75 million guaranteed maximum price for a new elementary school construction project. The committee reviewed financial updates highlighting a projected small surplus for fiscal year 2026, with detailed discussions on expenditures such as salaries, HVAC maintenance, transportation, and technology hardware. They also approved outstanding invoices totaling approximately $362,000 for School Resource Officer (SRO) services from the city. Additionally, the committee discussed budgetary challenges leading to the closure of certain positions due to funding constraints, emphasizing the need for strategic staffing and potential future adjustments based on state funding changes. The building committee provided updates on the new elementary school construction progress and related capital improvement plans, including a $1.8 million state grant for low voltage wiring. Overall, the meeting addressed budget approvals, contract payments, capital projects, and staffing decisions impacting procurement and financial planning for the district.