LSR7 Board of Education Meeting -4/16/26

The Lee's Summit R-7 School District Board of Education held a meeting on April 16, 2026, which included a variety of recognitions for students, staff, and community members, as well as updates on district programs and activities. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of several contracts and purchases: a $60,500 renewal contract for Discovery Education for the 2026-2027 school year; a contract with Henderson Engineers for an exterior LED lighting replacement project; a $307,000 contract with Henderson Engineers for performing arts systems; and the award and purchase of 11 Type C diesel 77-passenger buses from Midwest Bus Sales totaling $1,922,987. The board discussed the bus purchase schedule and vendor delivery deadlines, confirming the purchase would be funded in the FY28 budget. Additionally, the board approved the renewal of the Qualtrics contract for the 2026-2027 school year. The meeting also included the certification of board election results and the election of board officers. A last-minute agenda addition involved nominating a board member for the Region 4 Board of Directors, which prompted discussion about the timing and process. Overall, the meeting combined routine governance, contract approvals, and community engagement without major policy changes affecting procurement.