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Board approves attorney engagement, facility projects, vendor contracts and a high-cost lawn-care award
Summary
The board unanimously approved an engagement letter for the district attorney, multiple grant-funded school projects and contracts — including a $211,648 lawn-care contract to AFIX after debate over higher cost compared with incumbents.
The Bradley County Board of Education approved a string of motions on Feb. 11, taking formal action on an attorney engagement, several school projects, vendor engagements and a multi-month grounds maintenance contract.
Engagement letter for board attorney: The board voted to approve the engagement letter for Sam Jackson to serve as board attorney. After a motion and second, the clerk recorded a 7–0 vote in favor. "Thank you all," Jackson said briefly after the vote.
STEM Nature Trail at Waterville Elementary: The board approved a change proposal to add a grant-funded STEM sensory nature trail and outdoor classroom. Kirk Campbell said the project is supported by a $30,000 HCI grant and local fundraisers and will include ADA-accessible pathways and learning stations. The motion carried 7–0.
Sound systems upgrade: The board approved using school funds to purchase and install…
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