Good Fiscal Policy Means Good Procurement Practices

First off...kudos to Jenna Roberts for taking the time and energy to educate the Community on the current and proposed ORCSD's procurement policies. 

When every dollar counts, our District needs to implement even more rigorous fiscal policy. Part of strong fiscal policy is responsible procurement. Can you imagine not getting THREE quotes for work on your own home? Can you imagine signing a check for $20,000 to a contractor or vendor without getting competitive bids? This is what is being proposed for our District going forward.

Per the information I have, the new ORCSD procurement policy permits the District to procure WITHOUT competitive bids, for any amount UNDER $25,000. The current procurement policy is to secure competitive bids for bids over $5,000. Why is the District proposing even looser policy in these tough economic times?

This is my money. This is your money. This is unacceptable. Fiscal responsibility...now, please!