07/27/26 Regular School Board Meeting

The Portage Township Schools Board held its regular meeting on July 27, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related items. The board approved multiple software subscriptions for curriculum and food service management totaling over $112,000, funded through various education and food service funds. They authorized the advertisement of a request for proposals (RFP) for a guaranteed energy savings contract focused on solar installation on the high school roof, with projected first-year savings of approximately $69,000 and a payback period of about nine and a half years. An amendment to the construction management agreement with Skillman Corporation was approved for $530,000 related to high school renovations. The board also approved continuing to use Hann Auctioneers for auctioning retired school buses, retaining Baker Tilly as municipal advisor and investment manager for the 2027 general obligation bond sale, and renewing curriculum contracts totaling $183,531. Additionally, they accepted a $40,906 grant for formative assessments and ratified support staff and food service contracts for the 2026-2027 school year. Policy updates and meal pricing for the upcoming school year were also approved, including continuation of the community eligibility program for free meals to students. These actions reflect a focus on capital improvements, technology procurement, energy efficiency projects, and operational budget management.