# LSR7 Finance Committee Meeting - 09/25/26


**Body:** Lee's Summit R-7 School District
**Date:** September 24, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure, Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles


The Lee's Summit R-7 School District Finance Committee meeting on September 25, 2026, focused extensively on procurement and budgetary matters related to the district's operations and capital projects. Key procurement discussions included ratification of emergency repairs for underground fuel tanks with a vendor selected due to limited availability, and the purchase of a new Mohawk heavy-duty tire balancer through a Missouri cooperative contract for $22,000. The committee also reviewed contracts for specialized educational services, including private day programs and occupational therapy staffing through local contract agencies. Technology procurement was addressed with the renewal of Microsoft and Google Workspace licenses after competitive bidding, with CDW and UMSU selected as vendors. Facilities updates included ratification of emergency repairs due to extreme heat, change orders for restroom additions, and awarding a $38 million contract for the new Hazel Grove Elementary School to Houseman Construction, noting competitive bidding and contingency planning. Financial reports highlighted budget transfers, revenue and expense tracking, investment strategies, and a detailed discussion on the tax rate hearing with clarification on voluntary rollback of the debt service levy. Overall, the meeting emphasized prudent fiscal management, competitive vendor selection, and strategic capital improvements to support district operations and growth.

**Source:** Lee's Summit R-7 School District