Governing Board Meeting - 05/19/2026

The Apache Junction Unified School District Governing Board held a meeting on May 19, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions. A key agenda item was the approval of a new food service management contract with Chartwells. The district reviewed multiple proposals through a formal RFP process, including taste tests and site visits, ultimately selecting Chartwells for their higher financial guarantee and commitment to retaining most current food service staff. The contract involves outsourcing food service operations while maintaining five long-term employees on the district payroll. Board members discussed pricing, employee transitions, and program improvements. The contract was approved with a 4-1 vote. Additionally, the board approved a five-year renewal of the Parent Square communication platform contract valued at $127,724 and an athletic agreement with Game One and UA, which included a $7,000 incentive. The meeting also addressed budget reports and other district updates, but no other procurement actions were taken.