SCCS Board of Education -- 06/24/2026

The Swartz Creek Board of Education held a meeting on June 24, 2026, with extensive discussions on multiple procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement topics included the review and approval of various staff contracts across categories such as central office staff, building and grounds staff, technology communications, and other administrators, with motions passed to approve these contracts, often with adjustments to merit pay structures. The board also approved a furniture purchase totaling approximately $189,086 funded by 2025 bond funds, with warranties confirmed. Capital improvement projects were discussed, including ongoing bond work at the high school and middle school, playground equipment orders, and a potential pool renovation assessment with an initial vendor cost estimate of $5,000. Budget presentations covered the final 2025-26 and preliminary 2026-27 budgets, highlighting a projected $1.4 million deficit for the upcoming year and emphasizing the need for careful staffing and financial planning. Additionally, the board considered a proposal to sell a 30-foot strip of school property to a neighboring landowner, authorizing the superintendent to consult with the city and legal counsel to determine the appropriate process. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about the potential sale of Morrish Elementary School and the environmental and community impacts of a proposed semiconductor industry development. The board agreed to schedule a special meeting to discuss the unsolicited offer related to Morrish Elementary, ensuring public input before any decision. Several motions related to personnel, contracts, and property matters were passed by roll call vote during the meeting.