APSB Maintenance Committee 5.5.26

The Ascension Public Schools Maintenance Committee convened on May 6, 2026, to discuss several key procurement and budgetary matters related to school maintenance and infrastructure. The committee reviewed a property acquisition offer of approximately $7,200 for a small parcel needed for a roundabout project near Central Middle School, which was deemed a favorable price. They also examined the 2015-2016 maintenance budget and projected actuals, highlighting improved work order tracking and efficiency, as well as unforeseen maintenance costs totaling around $1.4 million for plumbing, roofing, and HVAC repairs. The committee discussed the 2026-2027 proposed maintenance budget of roughly $39.5 million, emphasizing increased custodial services, repairs, materials, and security staffing, including a new crossing guard program supported by a $100,000 sheriff's office match. Additionally, they addressed energy performance contracts aimed at reducing utility costs and noted ongoing monitoring of contract compliance and savings. The meeting included clarifications on fund allocations, particularly Fund 82 for roofing and unforeseen maintenance, and underscored efforts to maintain operational efficiency and safety across the district's facilities.