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Board approves Johnson & Block audit engagement, digital sign, Ethos lighting, playground donation and a 2026 bus purchase
Summary
The board awarded a three‑year audit engagement to Johnson & Block (sole bidder), approved funding steps for a new digital sign (including an Organic Valley donation), accepted an in‑kind Ethos solar lighting project and an anonymous playground donation, and authorized purchase of a 2026 model bus to maintain the replacement rotation.
At its March 11 meeting, the Kickapoo Area School District board approved several contracts, purchases and donations that will affect facilities, communications and transportation.
Audit contract: Allison told the board the district solicited bids from four audit firms and received one timely response from Johnson & Block, the district’s current auditor. Allison said the proposed audit price rose by about $7,000 compared with the last engagement; historical figures cited included a past RFP quote of $19,900 and an actual payment of about $20,400. A board member moved to accept the Johnson & Block bid for a multi‑year engagement; the motion carried.
Digital sign and donations: Building & Grounds…
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