04/27/2026 Special Governing Board Meeting

The Liberty Elementary School District held a special governing board meeting on April 27, 2026, focusing heavily on contract approvals, budget concerns, and program transitions. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a revised contract for the interim superintendent, which raised concerns about contract terms, daily rates, and budget sources. The board also approved employee health benefits without a recent competitive bidding process, relying on a previous RFP conducted years ago. Additionally, the board approved support staff contracts for the 2026-2027 school year despite ongoing budget uncertainties. A significant portion of the meeting addressed the transition from Sierra Schools to the Steer program for special education services, with public comments expressing concerns about the appropriateness of the Steer program for students with disabilities and the lack of a formal contract or clear funding. The board discussed the current use of Steer staff as service providers to fulfill IEP requirements but noted no final decisions on future contracts. Other action items included directing legal counsel on matters discussed in executive session and requests for reports on legal costs related to public records requests. Overall, the meeting highlighted procurement and contracting challenges amid budget constraints and programmatic changes affecting special education services.