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Board approves insurance contract, accepts gym‑painting quote and orders RFP for plumbing; multiple personnel contracts also approved
Summary
The board approved student accident insurance for 2026–27, accepted a gym‑painting estimate under the bid threshold, authorized an RFP for major plumbing work at Bickerdike Elementary, and approved several personnel contracts and coach assignments.
At its meeting the Russell USD 407 board approved several operational contracts and capital items and took personnel actions.
Student accident insurance: The board approved Student Assurance Services’ student accident (secondary sports) insurance at the same annual quote as the prior year ($4,700) for the 2026–27 school year. Administration said the coverage is secondary and picks up costs when a primary insurer is unavailable or rejects a claim.
Gym painting: Administration presented an estimate from JDR Painting Services (Hayes, Kansas) to repaint the Russell Junior Senior High main gym for $18,872.27, an amount under Kansas competitive‑bid thresholds. Board members discussed the vendor’s experience with gym projects and timeline options; the board voted to accept the estimate and noted work would likely take about a week, targeted for summer or a dead weekend if summer scheduling is not feasible.
Bickerdike plumbing: A quote from Smith Plumbing (Manhattan) for $65,500 to descale cast‑iron lines, jet debris and install an epoxy liner in a 6‑inch main was presented. The board agreed by consensus to put the project out for competitive bidding (RFP) and hoped to receive bids by the next meeting to schedule summer work.
Uniforms and policies: The board heard that 18 new varsity cheer uniforms ($7,318.95) were approved on the purchasing schedule on a seven‑year replacement cycle. Administration also previewed upcoming KSB policy updates on social media and personal electronic devices; staff said an approved archiving communications platform (ParentSquare was discussed) will be proposed.
Personnel and contracts: After a brief executive session on student matters, the board approved a slate of new contracts and work agreements, including custodial hires, assistant coaches, a driver’s‑education addition and summer positions. The board approved the motions by voice vote.
Votes at a glance: student accident insurance — approved (quote $4,700); gym painting estimate — accepted (JDR Painting Services, $18,872.27); plumbing project — RFP authorized (Smith Plumbing quote $65,500 presented); personnel contracts — approved (multiple hires and coach assignments).
