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MCOE: Most surplus computers are outdated and recycled; districts may claim larger items
Summary
At its quarterly surplus‑property report the Marin County Office of Education told trustees most technology listed as surplus is outdated and becomes e‑waste, though larger items are redistributed to districts (for example a vehicle lift claimed by San Rafael City Schools). Trustees asked staff to coordinate with nonprofits about available items.
Assistant Superintendent Adam presented the quarterly surplus‑property report and said the county office followed its policies for offering items first to public schools and districts.
"In the work packet, we have outlined the identified surplus property and followed all existing policies for offering this property to all public schools, districts, and community college districts in Marin County," Assistant Superintendent Adam said. When a trustee asked about the preponderance of computers on the list, Adam replied, "Generally, no. At that point, they are, tech technology that is outdated, and so therefore, that's when a lot of it is, e waste that we recycle."
Adam gave an example of a larger item—an auto lift—that will be taken by San Rafael City Schools. Trustees noted some nonprofits believe equipment labeled "outdated" can still be useful; Adam invited trustees to follow up directly and said surplus items were now available for claim or recycling.
No separate board action was required on the report; staff said remaining items would be disposed of by maintenance and operations consistent with governing policies.
