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Board approves Stratus Clean custodial contract for 2026–27, estimated $85,600 yearly
Summary
Arlington’s board authorized a 10‑month custodial contract with Stratus Clean to address staffing shortages; staff said the arrangement replaces multiple vacant night‑shift positions and costs about $8,500 per month (roughly $85,600 total).
The board approved a contract with Stratus Clean for custodial services for the 2026–27 school year. Administrators said the district has lost several custodial positions and that outsourcing evening/classroom cleaning will guarantee nightly coverage and reduce staffing unpredictability.
Jason (finance/admin) described the proposed cost structure as "$8,500 a month for 10 months" and confirmed the annualized total is $85,600. Board members asked whether in‑house custodians would be retained for daytime duties; staff replied that four district custodians remain on staff (one daytime, three evenings) and Stratus will supplement or replace the lost evening hours. The contract was presented as a cost‑effective and consistent solution to chronic staffing shortages.
The board moved and approved the contract and directed administration to finalize the agreement and include the contract costs in next year’s budget reporting.
