Governing Board Meeting 9/10/2026

The Phoenix Elementary School District #1 Governing Board held a meeting on September 10, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of the superintendent's performance-based pay of $14,000 for the 2025-26 school year and the awarding of the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 3 contract to Chase Building Team for the Garfield Elementary renovation project under RFQ 24-9-25. The board also approved an increase in the contract approval threshold from $10,000 to $15,000, aligning with ASBA advisory policy recommendations. Additionally, the board approved a data sharing agreement with Phoenix Union High School District to facilitate student data transfer for improved educational outcomes. Discussions included the strategic plan scope of work, which was tabled for further review, and community concerns about governance models and district communication. The meeting concluded with requests for future agenda items related to committee restructuring and community newsletters.