Easton, Redding, Region 9 Joint Boards of Education Meeting @ JBHS - 01/27/2026 @ 7pm

The Easton, Redding, Region 9 Joint Boards of Education held a meeting on January 27, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. The boards approved amendments to the agenda to include a discussion on the central office lease, which was subsequently authorized with unanimous votes across all boards. The 2026-2027 central office budget was presented, showing a 3.82% increase primarily driven by salaries, benefits, and rent, with a total budget of $2,463,564 and a district share of $821,188; this budget was approved unanimously. Additionally, the boards approved the creation of a new Liberty Bank HSA funding account to streamline employer contributions to employee Health Savings Accounts, replacing a manual paper check process with a more efficient digital system. The meeting also included approval of joint committee charges and a motion to approve counseling department needs assessment surveys with suggested revisions. Discussions touched on improving payroll and human resources systems for efficiency and security, with plans for external audits and digital onboarding. No new contracts or RFPs were mentioned, but the lease amendment and budget approvals represent significant procurement and financial decisions.