Gaylord Community Schools board approves superintendent contract, labor pact and several vendor agreements

The Gaylord Community Schools Board voted to approve multiple contracts and personnel items during its regular meeting, including the superintendent contract for Mandy Boland and the 2026–2027 GBPA labor agreement.

In a series of motions, the board approved the consent agenda and bills, including $3.0 million in general and athletic fund bills, a $104,000 Capturia fund payment and $2,414 in sinking fund bills. The consent agenda passed 7–0 after roll call.

On new business, the board approved the 2026–2027 GBPA contract as presented; the motion passed 6–1. The board also approved a bid proposal for electronic locks for the high school complex and athletic fields (vendor transcribed as “Granite/Grand Valley Automation”) by a 7–0 vote. Board members noted the project is roughly a $500,000 investment and indicated grant funding would cover the cost.

The board unanimously approved a contract with Alpine Educational Consulting to retain Mr. Pearson to assist the new superintendent for three months. The board then voted to approve the superintendent contract for Mandy Boland; the motion carried by voice vote with all members recorded in favor.

Procedural notes: motions and seconds were recorded for each action. Where the transcript used two different vendor spellings for the electronic locks bid, the board discussion named the project and that grant funds would be used; the exact vendor name is transcribed inconsistently in the record and is listed in the meeting minutes as presented.

The board adjourned following introductions of new staff and closing remarks.