The board approved several motions during the meeting after discussion and brief questions from members. Key actions are listed below.

Instructional support levy public hearing and resolution: Director Boston moved and the board approved a resolution setting a public hearing on Feb. 9, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. to consider continued participation in the Instructional Support Program under Code of Iowa sections 257.18–257.21. Staff said the levy typically generates just over $7 million annually for the district; the resolution authorizes notice for a five‑year participation period beginning FY 2028. The motion passed on a roll-call vote with the directors present recorded as voting “Yes.”

Negotiation team: The board approved the spring 2026 negotiation team as presented (voice vote).

Capital projects: The board approved the Adams Elementary chiller replacement with Trane Technologies for $402,970 using PEPPOL funds; and approved Central Band and Orchestra HVAC upgrades with Trane Technologies totalling $574,280 (base orchestra bid $298,780 plus band alternate $275,500). Board members asked about schedules and minimizing disruption; staff said most disruptive work will occur during summer break.

Transportation contract extension: The board approved a two‑year extension (with an option for an additional two years) of the transportation contract with Alltown. The board noted anticipated market increases (staff cited an expected 4% increase if conditions remain similar), service-quality concerns raised by some families, and contractual remedies the district can use when service falls short. The bus lease portion will be paid with PEPPOL funds; operating costs with general transportation funds.

Procurement correction: The board voted to retract the award for the Central High tennis court resurface project (McConnell of St. Louis, Inc., $157,792.30) after staff determined a bidder question had been answered but not posted to the bid site, which meant bidders did not bid on identical information. Staff said they will rebid the project and are not aware of legal ramifications from the retraction.

Consent agenda: The consent agenda was approved by voice vote.

The board used voice votes for most items (standard procedure for non-roll‑call items). Where roll call was required by statute, staff conducted it and recorded individual “Yes” votes for the ISL resolution.

Motions and outcomes

- Instructional support levy resolution (public hearing set 02/09/2026): moved by Director Boston; outcome: approved by roll-call (all present voted Yes).
- Negotiation team approval: moved by Director Hayes; outcome: approved by voice vote.
- Adams Elementary chiller replacement, Trane Technologies, $402,970 (PEPPOL funds): moved by Director Hayes; outcome: approved by voice vote.
- Central Band/Orchestra HVAC upgrade, Trane Technologies, $574,280 (base $298,780 + alternate $275,500): moved by Director Potts; outcome: approved by voice vote.
- Alltown student transportation contract extension (2 years + option 2 years): moved by Director Hayes; outcome: approved by voice vote.
- Retract award for Central High tennis court resurface (McConnell of St. Louis, Inc., $157,792.30): moved by Director Barnes; outcome: approved by voice vote (rebid planned).

Next steps: For items requiring follow-up, staff will post the ISL public notice, proceed with the rebid for the tennis courts, schedule the negotiation team processes and coordinate construction schedules to minimize operational disruption.