5/4/26 Regular Meeting

The Gilmer County Board of Education held its regular meeting on May 4, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The board approved the purchase of a 77-passenger Thomas Safety Liner handicap school bus from Matheni Motors for $160,950. They also declared a 1995 Ford blue van and bus number 67 as surplus and approved their sale via public surplus auction. Additionally, the board accepted a bid from RM Huffman Company for gymnasium padding installation at a cost of $28,989, selecting it as the lowest qualified bid. Budget supplements and transfers were approved, including grant-related funding for school renovations and consumable supplies. The board also approved policy updates, personnel hires, and a new leadership service and personal development elective course. No other major capital improvement projects or RFPs were discussed during the meeting.