NPS Board of Education Meeting 9/14/26

The Norman Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on September 14, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and contract approvals. The board reviewed and approved bid tabulations for renovation and addition projects at Truman Elementary and Truman Primary schools, with a total contract price of approximately $3.55 million. Various contractors were selected for demolition, concrete, masonry, structural steel, mechanical, electrical, and landscaping work. The board also certified the millage rate for the upcoming year to fund debt payments and approved amendments to procurement policies, including those specific to child nutrition. Additionally, the board approved negotiated compensation and benefits agreements for support employees, principals, assistant principals, and offscale employees for the 2026-2027 school year. The meeting also featured discussions on policy updates and compliance with the Open Meetings Act, though some of these discussions were contentious. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing capital improvement projects, managing fiscal policies, and ensuring legal compliance in board operations.