Duxbury Public Schools School Committee Meeting September 9, 2026

The Duxbury Public Schools School Committee held a meeting on September 9, 2026, focusing on various administrative and operational updates. Key procurement-related discussions included the update on the Alden School building project, where the committee reported on the selection process for an Owner's Project Manager (OPM) following a Request for Services (RFS) that attracted 25 qualified firms. The committee shortlisted and interviewed three firms, selecting one pending an October 5th OPM review panel approval. This selection is a critical step before moving to the designer selection phase, both governed by the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) with strict procedural requirements. Additionally, the committee reviewed capital projects funded for FY27, including HVAC exhaust fan replacements at Chandler School and roof section replacements at the Pack, as well as ongoing landscaping and facility maintenance work. Budget discussions highlighted a strong fiscal closeout for the previous year, with attention to special education costs, grant funding allocations (including Title I, IDEA, and state grants), and the management of revolving accounts. The committee also addressed contract settlements, hiring costs exceeding projections, and the strategic use of reserve funds. Policy adoption related to a new state law requiring procedures for non-public area access without judicial warrants was approved without opposition. Liaison roles for various committees, including salary negotiations and special education collaboratives, were assigned to committee members. The strategic plan review was presented as an informational update with a vote deferred to the next meeting. Overall, the meeting emphasized careful fiscal management, ongoing capital improvements, and adherence to procurement protocols for major school infrastructure projects.