Board extends security‑guard contract at Brunswick High School for 2025–26 school year

The Brunswick Board of Education authorized an extension of the security‑guard services contract for the high‑school site for the 2025–26 school year at its Aug. 19 meeting. The motion authorizes the superintendent or treasurer to extend the contract with US Protection Service LLC, doing business as Royce US Protection Services, with an estimated value across the year of $75,000. Board members approved the motion by roll call. District staff described the officers’ role as providing morning and afternoon traffic direction at campus vehicle entry points and guarding exterior doors during the school day. The presenters identified two officers by first name — Robert and Allen — and said the contract covers their services on campus. Why it matters: Contracting for on‑site security staff is part of school safety operations. Extending a vendor’s contract sets staffing and operational arrangements for the coming school year. Board action: Motion was made and seconded on the superintendent’s recommendation; roll‑call votes recorded unanimous approval. The board did not amend the contract language on the floor. What remains unclear: The motion references an estimated total but the board did not read a full year‑by‑year cost breakdown into the record at the meeting; copies of the contract are part of the district procurement record.