# Enid Board of Education Meeting 8-17-26

The Enid Board of Education held a meeting on August 17, 2026, where several key procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. Notably, the board considered and approved a contract with Hensel Construction as the construction manager at risk for a new practice gym at Waller Middle School, with a guaranteed maximum price of $1,890,677. This project will be funded through the building fund or potentially a lease purchase agreement to be finalized in a future meeting. The board also reviewed the district's financial report for July 2026, noting positive fiscal trends and readiness for upcoming expenditures. Additionally, updates were provided on various capital improvement projects, including kitchen remodels and technology upgrades across the district, as well as the ongoing construction at Eisenhower. The meeting included discussions on maintaining positive cash flow through lease purchases and managing unexpected costs such as HVAC repairs. No other contract awards or RFPs were mentioned during the meeting.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** August 17, 2026

### Sources
- [Enid Board of Education Meeting 8-17-26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_EAWPDFCko) - enidpublicschools