# BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING - Oct 26 2026

The Newberry County Board of Trustees meeting was called to order on October 26, 2026. The board heard a resident’s offer to purchase a district-owned one-acre parcel in Little Mountain at fair market value, but took no action on the offer. Trustees also discussed school-facility use agreements, including contract terms, annual board approval, agreements of up to six months, and a 30-day termination provision; staff indicated that further clarity may be needed. The facilities report noted that tennis-court work was complete, and discussed custodial-service performance with the contractor, but no new award or purchasing decision was made. The board approved meeting minutes after discussion and corrections; no procurement-related vote was identified.

A staff report presented possible annual savings of approximately $63,000 to $583,000 from changing pay steps for certified working retirees. Trustees raised questions about the budget impact, employee retention, and whether other savings options had been examined; the matter was for discussion only, with no action taken. The board also reviewed district finances, student outcomes, enrollment, attendance, and special-education procedures. No contract award, RFP, bid approval, or specific procurement allocation was identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Published:** October 27, 2026

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- [BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING - Oct 26 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LuHYRVOJyA) - NCSD Live Events