Agenda Item
2. SECOND READ: Amendment to the Bylaws & Policies: Board Policy: KEB: Solicitations
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services
Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed revisions to Board Policy KEB: Solicitations as a second read at the August 10, 2026, board meeting for stakeholder feedback until August 24, 2026, and be considered for adoption at a future board meeting.
Why: These policy revisions are being proposed for language updates and to include a language regarding the district’s foundation.
Details: Board Policy KEB: Solicitations. The proposed policy includes language to address the DeKalb Schools Educational Foundation and their role in supporting the district. The Policy Committee reviewed the proposed revisions and recommended placing this policy on today’s agenda.
Financial impact: No Financial Impact
Contact: Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Status: Attorney Approval Not Required
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