January 13, 2026 Governing Board Meeting

The January 13, 2026 meeting of the BSD Communications Governing Board included extensive discussions on educational programs, student leadership, and school community engagement. A significant procurement-related topic was the proposed $198,000 contract with MGL Consulting LLC to assist the superintendent with strategic planning. This contract faced public criticism due to concerns about the vendor's registration status, past performance, and the high daily consulting rate of $4,900. The board decided to table the contract approval until the February meeting to allow for further review. Additionally, the board reviewed a proposed facilities strategic master plan with a total consulting fee of $114,475 to assess and plan for school infrastructure needs, which is necessary to apply for state modernization grants. The board discussed the potential for a new bond measure estimated around $90 million to fund critical infrastructure upgrades, including repiping and modernization projects, with a focus on necessities rather than wants. The board expressed support for continuing the strategic planning and bond measure preparations, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and timely decision-making to meet election deadlines.