Board Meeting 5/8/2023

The Humboldt Unified School District #22 held a regular board meeting on May 8, 2023. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of donations to the IT department valued at approximately $9,500 and to the family resource center valued at $400. The board reviewed and discussed policy revisions related to procurement thresholds and delegated authority, with suggestions to clarify the need for board approval on certain expenditures. A significant capital improvement project was presented to upgrade the CNA and CTE classroom at Bradshaw Mountain High School, with a contract awarded to Caliente Construction for just over $225,000, aiming to enhance student learning environments and save the district $154,000 by creating an in-house HVAC assistant position. The board also approved the creation of this HVAC assistant position and discussed the cancellation of an existing Comfort Systems contract. Additionally, the board approved the revised budget for the 2024-25 school year and motions were passed to authorize negotiations for hiring an interim superintendent and to solicit proposals from talent groups for the superintendent search. These actions reflect ongoing efforts to manage district resources, improve facilities, and ensure leadership continuity.