Bridgewater BOE Meeting 5/19/2026

The Bridgewater Board of Education held a meeting on May 19, 2026, which included extensive discussions on personnel matters, budget updates, and capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related topics included updates on referendum-funded construction projects such as HVAC upgrades and asbestos abatement, with some projects coming in over budget and requiring use of capital reserves. The board reviewed and approved various personnel addenda and administrative contracts, with some motions postponed for further transparency. The business agenda included approval of a general education transportation bid award, which was slightly over budget due to rising fuel costs. The board also discussed policies related to academic integrity and the integration of AI tools in instruction. Several motions related to policy amendments and election scheduling were proposed but did not pass or were tabled. Public comments addressed fiscal responsibility and transparency concerns. Overall, the meeting focused on managing ongoing capital projects, personnel decisions, and budgetary oversight with attention to procurement and contract approvals.