5/11/2026 Work Session & Regular Board Meeting

The Murray County Schools Board held a work session and regular board meeting on May 11, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the need to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a significant public works project involving upgrades to the scoreboard, lighting, and sound systems at North Murray, with each component exceeding $250,000. The board discussed the RFP process timeline and potential waiver of the 14-day policy to expedite project commencement. Additionally, the board approved several purchase orders, including camera systems for the Murray County High School construction and equipment for the school nutrition summer feeding program. The FY27 budget was also advertised and approved during the meeting. Other topics included zoning approvals related to anticipated residential development and financial updates on revenues and expenditures. Motions to approve the agenda, board policies, purchase orders, budget advertisement, field trips, and personnel packets were all passed unanimously.