12/09/2025

The LPOSD #84 board meeting held on December 9, 2025, primarily focused on educational program updates, student presentations, and district safety initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of HVAC project bids for North Side and Washington Elementary Schools, awarding the contract to Darden Enterprises for $177,000 and $203,000 respectively, contingent on state approval. Additionally, the board approved a $950,000 expenditure to establish a new culinary arts and hospitality program at Sanpoint High School, funded through the Idaho Career Ready Systems grant and other state funds. The meeting also covered budget health, with the district maintaining a strong fund balance and managing expenditures effectively. Policy revisions related to due process and restraint/seclusion were adopted, and the board discussed ongoing efforts to enhance workforce training and community connections through career and technical education programs. No other contract awards or RFPs were noted during the session.