08/24/26 Special Board Meeting & Discussion School Board Meeting

The Portage Township Schools Board held a special and regular meeting on August 24, 2026, focusing heavily on school facility renovations and financing. Key procurement-related actions included approval of multiple resolutions authorizing bond issuances totaling approximately $55 million for school construction and renovation projects, including HVAC improvements, site upgrades, and technology purchases. The board approved a service order for the Jones Elementary flooring replacement project and authorized the renewal of a $7,500 Mind Play Reading Studio subscription. Additionally, the board passed a resolution to continue wage payments to employees affected by a recent state of emergency due to tornadoes. Project timelines were discussed, with bids for Portage High School renovations scheduled for mid-September and construction anticipated to start in October 2026. The meeting also included updates on ongoing construction progress and plans to modernize school facilities, including air conditioning the gymnasium and rightsizing the media center and cafeteria spaces.