CCSD 2026-2027 Audit and Finance Committee Meetings

The Charleston County School District Audit and Finance Committee met on September 3, 2026, to discuss several financial and procurement-related matters. Key procurement topics included the authorization to issue $65 million in tax anticipation notes as a precautionary cash flow measure, and a $50.25 million bond anticipation note for early funding of phase six of the sales tax capital improvement program, contingent on referendum approval. The committee reviewed monthly financial reports, including TIF revenues and capital projects expenditures, with updates on ongoing projects such as bus lot construction nearing completion. Additionally, the committee addressed procurement oversight by discussing the engagement of an independent forensic auditor to review invoices and payments related to Next Level Educational Services following findings of unlawful billing practices. The meeting also covered internal audit results on emergency management and training compliance, with plans to improve supervisory follow-up on overdue training. Several blanket contracts over $250,000 were noted, primarily for special education and staffing services, reflecting ongoing procurement activities for the fiscal year.