MCPSS SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION - SEPTEMBER 16, 2026

The Mobile County Public Schools School Board held a work session on September 16, 2026, during which they discussed several procurement and budget-related items. Key agenda points included the approval of the 2027 annual budget, renewal of insurance contracts for errors and omissions, general liability, and auto liability, and a resolution to continue a special one mill tax for capital outlay. The board reviewed and approved multiple contracts and service agreements totaling various amounts, including educational services for adjudicated youth, therapeutic educational services, software licenses, professional development programs, and a significant chiller replacement project at the Central Office with a contract awarded to Donahue for $1,295,000. Additionally, the board addressed salary schedules and employment agreements, with provisions for amendments based on employee feedback. Consent agenda items and flow-through items, including travel and bids under $5,000, were also approved. The meeting concluded with discussions on scheduling future budget and calendar hearings to improve public participation.