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Board approves 15.3% BCBS renewal and $155,080 in technology purchases
Summary
Indian Creek CUSD 425 approved a district-wide benefits renewal with BCBS at a 15.3% overall rate increase and authorized technology and curriculum purchases totaling roughly $259,839 ($155,080 for devices and $104,759 for science curriculum); the board also approved a lease amendment at $4,894.64 per month.
The Indian Creek board approved its FY26-27 benefits renewal and several large purchases at the May 18 meeting, recording material dollar amounts and a notable insurance rate increase.
By a motion from Lynn Byington seconded by Merchant (and others as recorded), the district's NIEBT with Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) was approved effective June 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027, with an overall rate increase of 15.3%. The board also authorized technology purchases (Chromebooks, iPads and backpacks) through Marco, Apple and Concord for a total of $155,080; that motion passed with one abstention recorded for Kelsy Hart. Separately, the board approved a science curriculum purchase through vendors listed in the packet for $104,759.
The board additionally approved a lease amendment of ICEC to Ombudsman (Chancelight) for FY26-27 at monthly rent of $4,894.64. These items were recorded in separate motions and passed by voice vote.
