Cabell Schools Board Meeting July 21, 2026

The Cabell County Schools Board Meeting held on July 21, 2026, included extensive discussions on various procurement and contracting matters related to the upcoming school year. Key procurement topics included approval of contracts for software licensing with CDWG for mobile device management, behavioral analyst services with Diversified, speech and hearing services with Marshall University, and occupational and physical therapy contracts with the Developmental Therapy Center. The board also reviewed multiple Title I school contracts for professional development services, which were competitively bid and bundled for cost efficiency. Additionally, the board discussed a significant audiovisual contract with Creative Audio Visual for auditorium upgrades, noting concerns about receiving only one bid for a nearly $750,000 project despite public advertisement. Other procurement actions included approval of surplus property auctions, donation of lockers to a nonprofit, renewal of a panic alert system contract with Motorola Solutions, and chain link fencing projects. The financial report highlighted the district's fund balances, budget encumbrances, and upcoming audit selection. Policy updates related to personnel and student promotion were also reviewed. The meeting emphasized transparency in procurement processes and budget management, with motions passed to approve consent agendas and contracts as presented.