Special Virtual Meeting of the Bridgeport Board of Education Mon 5/18/2026

The Bridgeport Board of Education held a special virtual meeting on May 18, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and amending various financial and operational policies related to procurement, fund transfers, and asset management. Key discussions included revising policy R 3160 to clarify and limit the superintendent's authority to transfer funds within specific budget categories up to $49,999 without board approval, ensuring consistency with existing contract thresholds. The board voted to strike an outdated regulation (R 3160) and approved amendments to the fund transfer policy to enhance financial oversight. Additional topics included disposition of obsolete equipment, sales and rental of board property with emphasis on board approval of fee changes, and management of student activity funds, including consolidation of accounts and stricter accountability measures. The meeting also addressed the need to update archaic language in payroll and inventory policies and improve transparency and reporting requirements. Motions to amend and approve these policies were made, seconded, and passed, with plans for a second reading incorporating further staff revisions and clarifications.