Board approves three-year Everon fire‑protection monitoring contract totaling ~$318,467

The Murfreesboro City School Board approved a 36‑month agreement with Everon Fire Suppression Systems to provide centralized monitoring and inspection services across 17 district facilities. Director Dr. Duke told the board the first‑year cost is "approximately a $115,000," which includes about $13,000 in one‑time communicator conversion costs; years two and three are projected at roughly $101,000 each for a total three‑year cost of $318,467. Funding will come from the district's general purpose fund.

Duke emphasized the contract covers monitoring and inspection services only and that any repairs or replacement equipment identified during inspections would require separate authorization. The board approved the contract by voice vote after the motion and second.