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The board approved purchases for marching band uniforms ($258,825.70), structured cabling ($506,303.60) and network electronics ($709,402.99) and advanced other procurement discussions (combination oven, furniture) with some items scheduled for a future action on April 7.
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After extensive public comment and board discussion about pay, benefits and school culture, the Farmington Public Schools board rejected a full outsourcing proposal and approved a hybrid contract with ABM: district daytime custodians retained; ABM to staff afternoons/evenings.
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At the Greater Farmington Area Chamber State of the Cities, city and regional leaders highlighted downtown revitalization, public-safety investments, nearly $500,000 in pedestrian funding and a $1,000,000 federal award for a pumping-station upgrade, while Oakland Community College and Farmington Public Schools outlined major campus and program plans.
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Dr. Kelly Coffin presented Farmington Public Schools' strategic plan focused on equity and innovation, highlighted CTE growth (46% of high-schoolers enrolled in CTE), new Director of Career Pathways post, safety measures including school-resource officers and hall monitors, and a 10-year facilities and technology planning effort.
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OCC Chancellor Peter Provenzano described enrollment growth, an expanded online footprint, consolidation of health sciences into a renovated Farmington Hills facility (targeted for 2027), and a proposed partnership with the Ilitch family to build a field house, a three-sheet ice arena, athlete housing, and supporting commercial components.
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Assistant superintendent and curriculum director presented renormed NWEA winter‑to‑fall growth showing strong percentile ranks in K‑2 and positive trends across grade bands; trustees asked for cohort comparisons and alignment with state assessments.
New York / School Districts / Farmington Public School District
The board reviewed proposals for custom marching band uniforms for both high schools, with DeMoulin as the recommended vendor and an estimated cost just north of $258,000; designers said student committees and patrons participated in fittings and feedback.
New York / School Districts / Farmington Public School District
Public commenters, custodial staff and teachers urged the Farmington Public Schools board to retain in‑house custodial employees amid district review of outsourcing options that could save the district money but alter wages, benefits, and staffing models.
New York / School Districts / Farmington Public School District
The Farmington Public Schools board voted unanimously by roll call to place the Oakland Schools Regional Enhancement Millage proposal on the Aug. 4, 2026 ballot, advancing the measure to voters for final determination.
New York / School Districts / Farmington Public School District
Lisa Holmes, the Foundation's new chair, told the board the nonprofit has raised and distributed more than $400,000 since 2012; the Foundation granted $18,000 in classroom grants and oversaw $25,000 in scholarships in 2024–25 and will hold its main fundraiser, Toast Education, on Nov. 7.