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Board approves one‑year Aramark nutrition contract after contested debate and abstention

Springfield R-XII Board of Education · February 25, 2026
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The Springfield R‑XII board approved a one‑year food‑service management contract with Aramark (one abstention) after questions about reimbursement, program rules and employee survey data that some board members raised during public discussion.

The Springfield R‑XII Board of Education on Feb. 24 approved a one‑year food‑service management contract with Aramark, including four one‑year renewal options, after a contested discussion that prompted a roll‑call vote. The contract passed with five affirmative votes and one abstention.

Board member Doctor Mahad Makani pressed Aramark representative Kim Kelleher on program details including eligibility and funding. Kelleher said the dinner program is reimbursed "by Department…

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