Union County Board of Education Facilities Committee Meeting (Aug 26, 2026)

The Union County Board of Education Facilities Committee met on August 26, 2026, to discuss several procurement and facilities-related matters. Key procurement actions included approval recommendations for permanent utility easements with the City of Monroe at two school locations, a $4.3 million contract award to Astro Turf Corporation for the construction of a stadium at Cata, and vehicle purchases totaling $233,623.20 for four replacement vans via a state contract. The committee also reviewed and recommended approval for a $136,984 tennis court resurfacing project and a lighting upgrade proposal for Piedmont High School's softball and baseball fields from Camp Electric, a state contract vendor. Additionally, the committee discussed the condition and potential remediation options for flooring at Piedmont High School, with plans to return with cost-effective solutions by the November meeting. The committee approved sending all these items to the full Board of Education for final approval. Informational updates on surplus inventory and bond status were also provided.