# Business Committee Meeting -  Sept. 16, 2026

The LPSD K12 Business Committee Meeting held on September 16, 2026, focused primarily on updates and approvals related to district insurance programs, contract renewals, and budgetary matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a $43,833 annual renewal for the Heartland School Solutions cloud-based subscription for the Child Nutrition Department's MCS software, a sole source provider. The committee also approved a two-year contract extension with Falk and Winkler CPA Business Advisors for auditing services at an anticipated cost of $53,750, which is less than the cost of an internal auditor position. Additionally, the board approved employee stipend payments totaling $3.5 million for the fiscal year 2026-2027, with $2.7 million funded by the Governor's executive order and $825,000 from district funds. Revisions to the salary schedule were also approved to reflect these stipends and other position clarifications. The meeting included updates on insurance claims, pharmacy benefit management under an existing RFP with MedImpact, and stop-loss coverage negotiations. Transportation updates highlighted investments in new buses and technology enhancements for safety and efficiency. Overall, the meeting addressed several procurement-related contract renewals, budget allocations, and service improvements impacting district operations.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Professional Services
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Sources
- [Business Committee Meeting -  Sept. 16, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFZ2iv1B1z4) - LPSD K12