Fox Hill School Building Committee- September 22, 2026

The Fox Hill School Building Committee held a meeting on September 22, 2026, focusing primarily on construction progress, contract approvals, and budget discussions related to the new Fox Hill Elementary School project. The committee approved multiple invoices for construction contract administration, geotechnical services, and third-party testing, totaling several hundred thousand dollars. They also approved a significant payment of over $5.8 million for August 2026 construction activities and a change order of approximately $19,234 for necessary adjustments such as underground storm piping and additional CO2 sensors. The committee discussed the furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) budget, clarifying that furniture procurement would involve vendor bids and staff input, with decisions brought before the committee for approval. A notable portion of the meeting was devoted to a contentious discussion about the playground vendor selection process, including allegations of conflict of interest and the decision to proceed with Landscape Structures as the permanent playground vendor, despite a temporary playground contract with Childscapes. The committee emphasized transparency in procurement decisions and adherence to established processes to avoid setting negative precedents for future projects.