Monroe Board of Education Meeting 05/18/2026

The Monroe Board of Education meeting on May 18, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions, most notably regarding the purchase and installation of a new video scoreboard for the school's athletic field. The board reviewed a sponsorship-funded project with a total cost of approximately $134,732 for the scoreboard, with over $151,000 raised from local business sponsors to cover the purchase and installation costs. The board discussed contract details with the installation company, National Sign Corporation, and considered the timeline for installation, aiming for readiness by graduation if possible. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved various policy updates related to school lunch programs, including universal free breakfast, and discussed fee schedules for preschool tuition and facility use. The meeting also covered legislative updates impacting education funding and policies, but the primary procurement focus was on the video scoreboard project and its funding and installation logistics.