September 2026 Board Meeting

The Hobbs Municipal Schools Board of Education held their September 15, 2026 meeting, which included recognition of student achievements and presentations on attendance awareness. The board reviewed updates on multiple capital improvement projects, including renovations at Heiser and Delornney middle schools, fire alarm replacements, electrical and HVAC upgrades at elementary schools, playground surface replacement, and security vestibule installations. They discussed ongoing roof repairs and preventive maintenance efforts. The board approved several budget adjustments, including transfers for professional development, a donation from the New Mexico Community Foundation for a work-based learning program, and budget authority for the final $20 million of general obligation bonds for school construction. Additionally, the board approved a strategic plan development contract with AASA for up to $29,000. Policy advisories were finalized, and legislative resolutions were approved for submission to the New Mexico School Board Association, focusing on local board authority and teacher cost index funding adjustments. No new vendor selections or RFP awards were reported, but multiple procurement activities related to construction and maintenance projects were underway.