2026-06-01 NHBOE Finance and Operations Committee Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education Finance and Operations Committee met on June 1, 2026, to discuss multiple procurement and budget-related items. Key procurement discussions included the approval of year two of a three-year $123,287 contract with Apptegy for a unified communication platform, and a five-year agreement renewal with Siyah (formerly Crown Castle) for fiber assets costing $54,450 for the third year. The committee also reviewed renewals for cleaning supplies, custodial equipment, paper products, and mop rental services with vendors such as Imperial Dade, Hillyard, and Cintas Corporation. Additionally, they discussed snow removal contracts with multiple vendors, highlighting significant cost increases due to an active snow season and the need for detailed cost justifications. The committee approved sending seven agreements, six amendments, one data sharing agreement, and six contracts to the full board for approval. Budget updates were provided, noting a $226 million approved budget for FY 2027, which is $6 million short of the requested amount, with additional funds set aside on the city’s balance sheet. The committee also discussed strategic finance department initiatives and amendments to procurement policies to improve efficiency and oversight.