School Board Meeting 5-19-26

The Bentonville Schools Board of Education held a meeting on May 19, 2026, which included recognitions of students and staff achievements, but also significant procurement-related discussions. A key agenda item was the approval of contracts for lawn care maintenance services. After receiving three bids and vetting providers, the board approved splitting the district's lawn care contract between the incumbent provider, Envy, and a new vendor, OPW, to ensure service quality and maintain vendor relationships. The contract with Envy was valued at approximately $775,000 annually. Additionally, the board approved the financial report, which included updates on district expenditures and the potential sale of a property valued between $175,000 and $225,000. The meeting also covered approval of various student and department handbook updates, reflecting policy and procedural changes for the upcoming school year. The meeting concluded with a vote to approve a personnel packet following an executive session.