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Board debates hiring Civic Solutions Group for district strategic plan; some trustees call for RFP
Summary
Trustees discussed a $45,000-plus contract with Civic Solutions Group to lead a new strategic plan. Some trustees urged a competitive RFP and broader community representation in the consultant—s scope; district leaders said trustees will be engaged and an outside facilitator is appropriate given timing and staff bandwidth.
The Teaneck Board of Education on Feb. 5 debated whether to retain Civic Solutions Group to lead a new, district strategic plan and whether the contract should instead be put out for competitive proposals.
Dr. Spencer, superintendent, told trustees the district—s previous strategic plan expired in 2024 and a new plan is needed to set long-range goals and to inform facilities and potential referendum planning. "Trustees are involved in the strategic planning process," he said, adding that outside facilitation brings skills and capacity staff do not have time to provide.
Trustee Jennifer (surname not provided in transcript) and others asked why the…
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