6 2 26 Special Board Meeting

The Helena School District held a special board meeting on June 3, 2026, primarily focused on procurement and contracting related to capital improvement projects. The board approved asbestos abatement contracts for both Capital High School and Helena High School, awarding contracts to environmental contractors following a public bidding process compliant with procurement laws. These contracts are part of multi-phase renovation projects with tight summer deadlines. Additionally, the board received detailed updates on health insurance premium rate increases for the 2026-27 plan year, with the health benefits committee recommending a 15.5% increase to maintain plan solvency. The meeting also included an informational update on ongoing construction projects funded by bond measures, emphasizing transparency and public bidding for all contracts. No new contract awards beyond the asbestos abatement were voted on during this meeting.