6/30/2026 - BOE Special Meeting

The Edgecombe County Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on June 30, 2026, focusing on several procurement and budget-related matters. Key actions included approval of a contract renewal with Farrington Smith for legal services from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, and the addition of Gibbs Mora LLP to the legal team for ongoing social media litigation at no additional cost. The board approved budget amendment number three for the 2025-26 fiscal year, addressing state, local, and federal funding adjustments, including capital projects and bus purchases. They also passed a continuing budget resolution for fiscal year 2026-27 to maintain operations pending formal budget approval. Procurement decisions included awarding a $437,917 contract to B&M Roofing for repair and reconstruction of Phillips Middle School, renewing contracts with North Carolina Driving School for driver education ($180,000 estimated cost), and approving contracts for occupational therapy, speech therapy, day treatment services, and a summer recreation program. The meeting concluded with recognition of outgoing board members and a motion to enter closed session.