# MCPSS SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION - SEPTEMBER 16, 2026

The Mobile County Public Schools School Board held a work session on September 16, 2026, focusing heavily on procurement and budgetary matters. Key agenda items included approval of the 2027 annual budget, renewal of insurance contracts, continuation of a special one mill tax for capital outlay, and approval of the 2026-27 salary schedule with provisions for amendments based on employee feedback. Numerous contracts and service agreements were reviewed and approved, covering educational services, professional development, software licenses, and mental health support, with contract values ranging from under $10,000 to over $1.2 million. Notably, a chiller replacement project at the Central Office was awarded to the lowest bidder, Donahue, for $1,295,000 from local funds. The board also discussed consent agenda items and flow-through items related to travel and bids, reflecting the increased procurement activity typical at the start of the school year and fiscal year-end. The meeting concluded with scheduling and procedural announcements, emphasizing ongoing financial prudence and operational progress within the school system.

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

### Sources
- [MCPSS SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION - SEPTEMBER 16, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ny_koaZOj8Q) - Mobile County Public Schools