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Board approves contracting special-education services at $750 per IEP
Summary
The board approved contracting Mrs. Nelson for special-education evaluations, IEPs and meetings at $750 per IEP, with estimated annual costs dependent on caseload; board members framed the move as risk mitigation to avoid legal exposure.
District staff recommended contracting Mrs. Nelson to provide special-education services including evaluation, IEP development and meetings at a rate of $750 per IEP. The board approved the contract motion by voice vote.
"Special education is something myself and you as a board should not want to get into legal battles with," said speaker S5, recommending an experienced contractor to reduce legal risk and ensure compliance. A motion was made to hire (transcript name appears as 'Belida' in the motion) on contract at $750 per IEP; the motion was seconded and approved. Staff noted the per-IEP cost can vary with caseload and that the $13,050 figure discussed is an estimate that could change if students transfer in or out.
Board members asked for further discussion later about whether to build internal capacity to avoid outsourcing in the future, but expressed support for contracting immediately to ensure timely compliance and effective case management. Staff will finalize the contract terms and monitor caseload to report cost implications to the board.
