HCCS School Board Meeting - May 26, 2026

The HCCS School Board meeting held on May 26, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of the 2026 Summer Food Service Program to operate at 13 locations without additional district funding, renewal of vendor contracts through the Food to School purchasing cooperative for the 2026-2027 school year, and approval of modest increases to meal prices for the upcoming school year. Capital improvement projects were also addressed, including approval of the Honey North High School varsity locker room renovation funded by the 2022 bond, the Riverview pickup lane project funded by 2026 capital funds, and additional work related to the Salamon Elementary HVAC replacement funded by the 2025 GEO bond. The board approved an articulation agreement between Huntington North High School Construction Trades and the Indiana Kentucky Regional Council of Carpenters to provide apprenticeship opportunities for students. Financial reports indicated the district is generally on track with education and operations funds, though concerns about rising operational costs and natural gas expenses were noted. Additionally, updates on staff compensation, handbook approvals, and mental health initiatives were discussed, but no new contracts or bids beyond those mentioned were presented for approval.