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Votes at a glance: grants, contracts, policies and procurement approved by Washington County board

Washington County School Board · May 8, 2026
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Summary

The Washington County School Board approved a set of routine and substantive actions including a GEAR UP grant with stipends, a beverage provider RFP recommendation for Coca‑Cola, acceptance of flooring and intercom bids, several policy updates and authorization to begin a superintendent search with TSBA; staff will develop specifications and procurement documents where noted.

The Washington County School Board recorded and approved several motions during the meeting. Key outcomes recorded in the transcript include:

- Classroom furniture earmark: board moved to earmark up to $300,000–$500,000 (discussion centered on a $300,000 proposal and an amendment to earmark up to $500,000) of outcome‑based funds for new desks and chairs for high schools and to solicit competitive bids. Staff will prepare specifications and issue a bid. (Motion discussed and advanced; specifications to be published.)

- GEAR UP grant and…

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