School Board Meeting - Monday, August 3, 2026

The Monticello Public Schools Board held a regular meeting on August 3, 2026, where key procurement-related topics included approval of updated facility use policies and rates, which introduced a new supply fee to cover consumable costs for events without changing existing rates. Additionally, the board reviewed the employee health insurance RFP process, which is conducted biennially and requires bids from at least three carriers including PEIP. The district received best and final bids from Blue Cross Blue Shield and Medica, ultimately selecting Blue Cross Blue Shield despite a 9.62% overall premium increase. The board discussed the impact of these increases on employees and the wellness credit offered by Medica, which was not selected. No contract awards were finalized during the meeting, but the insurance report and facility policy changes were approved or moved forward for action. The meeting also included first readings of policy updates related to student wellness and transportation, with no immediate procurement decisions made on those items.