CSD - Finance Committee Meeting - September 10, 2026

The Centennial School District Finance Committee met on September 10, 2026, to review financial updates, budget status, and procurement activities. The committee discussed revenue and expense reports, noting timing differences in tax collections and state funding. They highlighted ongoing efforts to reduce vendor numbers and leverage RFPs for supplies, furniture, and services, achieving cost savings of over 25% compared to initial quotes. Upcoming RFPs for various categories were planned to be issued within two weeks, with consideration to include vendors used by other schools. The committee also reviewed contract awards, including a multi-year RFP award to Herff Jones for diplomas and diploma covers for the 2026-2029 school years, noting the product quality justified the cost, which is covered by student graduation fees. Additionally, the meeting covered budget forecasting challenges, medical access billing improvements, and efforts to optimize out-of-district placements to reduce costs. No new capital improvement projects or large purchasing decisions were reported, but the committee emphasized ongoing fiscal responsibility and transparency in procurement and budgeting processes.