Lincoln County Board of Education Working Meeting (9/3/26)

The Lincoln County Board of Education held a working meeting on September 3, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key actions included adopting tax rates for real and personal property, approving memorandums of agreement with counseling service providers for on-site student mental health services, and authorizing a BG1 form for property disposal at Highland Elementary. The board also approved a BG1 for site acquisition along US 27, with plans to finance the purchase and upcoming electrical upgrades at the high school through bond issuance. Additionally, change order number nine for the Lincoln County High School renovation was approved, resulting in a credit of $550. Proposals for audio enhancement systems and security cameras across multiple schools were reviewed, with funding to be advanced from the general fund pending state reimbursements. The board approved the working budget for the fiscal year and allocated an additional 0.5 teacher to Wesburg Elementary due to increased enrollment. Other procurement-related discussions included acceptance of a surplus vehicle bid, approval of a maintenance contract and purchase for a copier/printer, and consideration of staffing stipends for health coordinator roles. The meeting concluded with a closed session and adjournment.