June 2, 2026, Board of Education Meeting

The City Schools of Decatur Board of Education held a meeting on June 2, 2026, which included discussions on various procurement and budget-related matters. The board reviewed and approved multiple contract renewals and vendor agreements, including copier and print management services, office products, telecommunications, educational services, and milk supply, moving these items to the consent agenda. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the fiscal year 2027 final budget, which totaled approximately $135.7 million across all funds. The budget included investments in salary increases, staff additions, facility maintenance, and the early childhood learning center (ECLC) project. The board debated the funding and sustainability of the ECLC, ultimately approving the budget with a provision that if ECLC funds are not used, they would be redirected for staff bonuses. Additionally, the board approved a resolution to request assistance from the Georgia Department of Education in developing a new five-year facilities plan and supported participation in a joint referendum process for capital funding with neighboring school districts. Policy revisions related to employee leave, school admissions, equal educational opportunities, and wellness programs were also approved for first or second reading. Public comments addressed concerns about transparency, the ECLC project site, and community engagement. Overall, the meeting emphasized fiscal stewardship, strategic facility planning, and policy updates in response to recent legislation.