Union County Board of Education Facilities Committee Meeting (Sept. 23, 2026)

The Union County Board of Education Facilities Committee met on September 23, 2026, to discuss several procurement and capital improvement projects. Key procurement actions included approval motions to grant permanent utility easements to Duke Energy at Piedmont Middle School and Union Power at Weddington High School. The committee also reviewed and recommended approval of a $1,542,843.89 contract with Field Surf USA, a state contract vendor, for synthetic surfacing and track repairs at Sun Valley High School, funded by a state grant earmarked for athletic capital projects. Additionally, updates were provided on ongoing construction and renovation projects, including East Union Middle School and Parkwood High School, with plans to issue bid packages for phase two of the bond-funded projects. The committee discussed community engagement efforts regarding the future use and branding of the East Union Middle School building, with plans to survey local stakeholders and present feasible, financially sound options to the board. The meeting concluded with a review of surplus equipment for auction and scheduling the next meeting.