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Committee questions timing, procurement for $709,078 in school HVAC controls; $550,000 contingency fund approved
Summary
Committee members pressed school staff on installation timing and bidding for a $709,078 HVAC controls contract and approved a separate $550,000 fund for unplanned HVAC replacements; both items were forwarded to the commission after discussion (each passed 4–1).
The Blount County Budget Committee discussed procurement timing and cost estimates before forwarding two related Blount County Schools budget items: $709,078 to replace outdated HVAC control systems at two middle schools and the William Blount Ninth Grade Academy (Resolution 25-08-005), and $550,000 to set aside unplanned HVAC replacement funds for fiscal year 2025–26 (Resolution 25-08-007). Both motions were forwarded to the full commission; each passed in committee by a 4–1 vote.
Commissioner Hannam pressed school staff for…
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