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Operations staff present cost estimate to bring custodial, grounds and maintenance in-house; $5.5 million startup projected
Summary
Operations staff told the board a preliminary estimate to return custodial, grounds and maintenance services in-house would require about $5.5 million in startup funds, with annual costs roughly comparable to current contracted spending; staff recommended further study before any change.
Isle of Wight County Schools operations staff told the school board March 13 that a preliminary, high-level estimate to bring custodial, grounds and maintenance services in-house would require roughly $5.5 million in startup costs. The presentation compared current outsourced contracts to projected in-house payroll, benefits, vehicles, equipment and management costs and noted pros and cons for both models.
Dr. Coleman said the division currently spends roughly…
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