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Board reviews Pine Cove internet services bid to upgrade district infrastructure to Wi‑Fi 7
Summary
Superintendent reviewed a Pine Cove bid totaling $247,537 (Hastings Public Schools share $49,507.40) to upgrade switches, access points, battery backups and wiring under an E‑Rate project to make the district Wi‑Fi 7 ready; trustees requested more information during discussion.
District leadership presented internet service proposals and E‑Rate project details to the board on March 12. Superintendent Dr. Christopher Prososki said he will recommend approval of an internet services proposal from Pine Cove totaling $247,537, with Hastings Public Schools’ share of $49,507.40.
The work described includes upgrading switches, wireless access points, battery backups and wiring to make district infrastructure Wi‑Fi 7 ready. Board members discussed the E‑Rate project and asked questions about scope and funding; no formal vote was taken during the work session.
Staff indicated further documentation and discussion will be provided before a recommendation is finalized at the regular board meeting.
