08.27.2026 Tiger Talk: August 2026

This City of Marshall, MN meeting, titled "Tiger Talk: August 2026," provided an overview of recent and upcoming operational activities within the Marshall Public Schools district. Key procurement-related discussions included the completion of a major parking lot renovation at the middle school, funded through long-term facilities maintenance funds, designed to improve safety and traffic flow. The district also transitioned to a new employee insurance provider and switched vending service vendors from Coke to Pepsi following an RFP process, impacting concessions and food service offerings. Additionally, the district implemented a new district-wide print management plan with Marco as the new provider, aiming for cost savings. A significant capital improvement project was presented to the school board involving a two-year phased roof replacement at Marshall High School, with plans to solicit bids and engage a project manager upon state approval. The district also experienced a change in its bus service provider ownership, with Reliant Transportation taking over Southwest Coaches, maintaining existing routes and staff for continuity. These procurement and contracting activities reflect the district's focus on facility maintenance, vendor transitions, and service improvements for the upcoming school year.