School Board Meeting | August 10, 2026

The Dubuque School Board held a meeting on August 10, 2026, where they discussed several procurement and capital improvement projects related to school facilities. Key agenda items included updates and approvals for ongoing construction and renovation projects such as the Eisenhower gym upgrades, Irving Mechanical Remodel, roof replacements, playground equipment installation, and HVAC system upgrades at Hempstead High School. The board approved multiple motions including change orders with cost reductions for the Eisenhower roof replacement and Sageville Elementary fuel oil tank replacement projects, a geotechnical evaluation contract for Roosevelt Middle School, a professional services agreement with Origin Design for minor district improvement projects, and a $125,110 contract with Trane US Incorporated for automation controls upgrades. Additionally, the board discussed the upcoming Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (PPEL) vote scheduled for September 8, 2026, proposing an increase from 67 cents to $1.34 to fund ongoing and future maintenance and capital projects. The meeting also included reports on staffing updates and school resource officer programs, but the primary procurement focus was on facilities improvements and related contracts.