08/10/26 Special Board Meeting & Regular School Board Meeting

The Portage Township Schools held a special board meeting followed by their regular school board meeting on August 10, 2026. The special meeting focused on a preliminary determination hearing regarding a proposed $15.7 million general obligation bond to finance HVAC and flooring upgrades at several elementary schools, as well as an energy savings project including solar installation at Portage High School. The board discussed the project scope, financing details, and tax impact, with CFO Nick Ron explaining the bond repayment schedule and capacity within tax caps. The board approved advertising for renovation projects at Portage High School, including media center relocation and gymnasium HVAC upgrades, with bids to be received in September. Additionally, the board approved adjustments to adult meal prices, renewal of a menu logic software license due to meal pattern changes, and a minor cost adjustment to a curriculum purchase. The meeting also included a first reading of policy updates related to artificial intelligence. No public comments were made during the hearing. Overall, the meeting involved significant procurement and financing decisions related to school facility improvements and operational adjustments.