Board of Education Meeting February 19, 2026

The OSD Board of Education meeting held on February 19, 2026, primarily focused on recognizing student achievements and discussing various school programs and facilities. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a contractor, Hogan and Associates, for a new maintenance mechanic shop, storage, and bus facility project. The board reviewed the need for this facility to improve storage, maintenance operations, and bus garage capacity, including plans to electrify part of the bus fleet. The project evaluation process involved scoring technical proposals and cost proposals to select the best contractor. Additionally, the board discussed the replacement of several athletic turf fields with FIFA-certified artificial turf, funded partly by community contributions. The meeting also covered updates on security camera upgrades funded by a state grant, with mobile solar-powered cameras to enhance school safety. The board reviewed and approved adjustments to student activity fees for the 2026-27 school year, ensuring fees align with actual program costs and include fee waivers to maintain student participation. A request for proposal for audit services was announced, with a recommendation expected at the next meeting. Motions were passed to approve the consent calendar and the first draft of the student fee schedule, with further public input anticipated.