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Board hears plan to solicit quotes for new high‑school band uniforms
Summary
Staff said high‑school band uniforms are more than a decade old and proposed soliciting quotes (RFQs) for replacement options; staff will return with cost comparisons and recommendations.
District staff told the board that high‑school band uniforms are more than 10 years old and that the music program seeks replacement uniforms. Because manufacturers and specifications vary widely, staff proposed soliciting quotes and returning to the board with a set of options and associated pricing.
Staff described a plan to collect a small set of quotes to compare quality and cost — what staff characterized as a “Cadillac,” a “Honda” and a lower‑cost option — and said band directors would be involved in selecting the style rather than staff choosing the design. Staff noted band uniforms typically last 10 to 15 years and recommended selecting durable options that provide good value over time.
Board members asked whether the district would change the look of uniforms; staff replied decisions about aesthetics will be driven by band directors and a consensus among them. Staff said the RFQ effort would be non‑committal and that district staff will return with the options and recommended next steps at a future meeting.
