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MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS December 14, 2016 MINUTES Minutes Approved: January 11, 2017 Present Board: Bridget Asay, Michele Braun, Steve Hingtgen, Ken Jones, Tina Muncy, Jim Murphy Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca, Principals Pam Arnold, Chris Hennessey and Mike McRaith, Curriculum and Technology Director Michael Martin, Facilities Director Thom Wood, Support Services Director Mary Lundeen, Business Manager Grant Geisler Public: Brian Evans, Paul Carnahan, Jed Guertin, Peter Kelman, Nancy Reid, Leif Richardson, Jason Serota-Winston, Nathan Suter, and others Absent: Peter Sterling, Brynn Bushey, Theresa Noonan Item I – Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Item II – Executive Session Motion for Approval for Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Ms. Asay moved that the Board find that discussing contract negotiations in open session would put the Board at a substantial disadvantage. Ms. Muncy seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 6:30 p.m. Motion to Move to Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Ms. Asay moved that the Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with 1 VSA §313 to discuss contract negotiations. Ms. Muncy seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 6:30 p.m. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 7:05 p.m. Item III – Return to Open Session 7:08 p.m. Item IV – Public Comment None. Item V – Consent Agenda Approval of Warrants for Payroll & Accounts Payable for December 23, 2016 and January 6, 2017(Limitations Policy 2.4) Mr. Jones moved, seconded by Ms. Asay, to approve the consent agenda including Warrant 13 dated December 22, 2016 in the amount of $931,993.64 and Warrant 14 dated January 5, 2017 in the amount of $610,000.00. Motion carried unanimously. Item VI – Governance Process Policy 4.0 Select 707 Study Committee Members Five of the six community committee member candidates were in attendance and addressed the Board. There was discussion in regard to the committee meeting schedule. Following that discussion, one of the candidates withdrew his application. Mr. Hingtgen suggested that final committee member selections be discussed in Executive Session prior to adjournment. Item VII – Limitations Policy 2.4 – Financial Planning and Budgeting Review Draft 1 FY18 Budget Superintendent Ricca and the Leadership Team presented the first draft of the FY18 budget. Budget priorities and assumptions were reviewed. Proposed additions to the budget at the District level include $68,956 for a 1.0 FTE technology support specialist, $73,693 for a 1.0 FTE special educator $7,069 in salaries to support additional co-curriculars, and $135,720 for 40 additional private Pre-K slots pursuant to Act 166. At Montpelier High School, the proposal adds $12,202 for a 0.2 FTE social studies increase, $46,273 for a 0.5 FTE PE/health increase, $14,622 for a 0.25 FTE athletic director increase, $20,920 for a 0.4 FTE world languages increase, and a $12,000 increase for flexible pathways and virtual learning. At Main Street Middle School, a 2.0 FTE increase for Grade 7 and 8 teachers will add $147,386, a 1.0 FTE math interventionist will add $73,693, and a 0.5 FTE increase for PE/health will add $36,847. At Union Elementary School, a full-time assistant principal is being added at $93,742 and a 1.0 FTE literacy interventionist will add $73,693. The FY18 proposed budget also reflects a MSMS/MHS final bond payment of $140,000 plus interest and a first VMERS principal payment in the amount of $5,000. There was discussion in regard to the proposed additions around world languages, PE/health, co-curriculars, technology support, the assistant principal at Union Elementary School, and the Grade 7 and 8 teachers at Main Street Middle School. Mr. Jones expressed concern that the proposed budget repeats the same educational approach and calls for the District spending even more money to do what it has always done which, in his opinion, has not made a difference in 25 years. Superintendent Ricca reviewed the draft three-year plan and how that plan addresses the District’s existing equity gap. MTSS (multi-tiered systems of supports) was discussed. Ms. Muncy spoke about the importance of identify data points and collecting longitudinal data going forward. Public comments were heard. A concern was expressed about the proposed budget including no plan for expanding and supporting science teaching. A recommendation was made for fast tracking areas of recognized needs. Other District goals in regard to bussing, food systems, and foreign language in the elementary school were also addressed. Following the public comment period, there was discussion in regard to pre-K funding. The proposed budget as presented represents a tax rate increase of 5% and Mrs. Braun indicated she would be more comfortable with 4%. Mr. Hingtgen expressed concern that even though the budget makes sense internally, it might not make sense politically because it does not include some of the marquee items desired by the community. Mr. Murphy said he was also uncomfortable with a budget at this level absent a more compelling narrative addressing how the requested funding will close the achievement gap. Ms. Muncy commented that the three-year plan also does not include some the community’s marquee items. Following further discussion, Mr. Jones suggested asking the administration to come to the meeting on January 11th with a slightly reduced budget. Mr. Hingtgen requested a more refined narrative to go with that budget identifying the big initiative. Mr. Jones moved, seconded by Ms. Muncy, that the administration bring the Board a new budget on January 11, 2017 showing a 5% per-pupil increase. Mr. Hingtgen indicated he would not support the motion, saying he thought the number was too low. Following further discussion, the motion failed absent a quorum, Ms. Muncy, Ms. Asay and Mr. Jones voting in favor, Mr. Murphy and Mr. Hingtgen voting against, Mrs. Braun abstaining. Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Ms. Asay, that the Board ask the administration for a new budget on January 11, 2017 showing a 5.5% increase in per-pupil spending. The motion passed 4-1, Ms. Asay and Messrs. Murphy, Jones and Hingtgen voting in favor, Ms. Muncy voting against. Item VIII – Limitations Policy 2.4 – Financial Planning and Budgeting Review Leadership Team Proposal for Reserve Fund A written proposal was provided, a copy of which is attached to these Minutes. Mr. Wood reviewed project details and costs. Mrs. Braun suggested providing additional money for design and engineering costs for the UES playground project in order to maintain the entire $250,000 promised for project implementation. Business Manager Geisler reviewed fund balance status. Approve Leadership Team Proposal for Reserve Fund Ms. Asay moved, seconded by Mr. Murphy, that the Board increase the committed fund balance to $1,222,100. Motion carried unanimously. Item IX – Limitations Policy 2.4 – Financial Planning and Budgeting Review Proposed FY18 Announced Tuition Business Manager Geisler reviewed the proposal for FY18 announced tuition rates. Approve Proposed FY18 Announced Tuition Ms. Asay moved, seconded by Mr. Hingtgen, that the Board set FY18 maximum announced tuition rates in the amount of $12,000 for grades K-6 and $16,000 for grades 7-12. Motion carried unanimously. Item X – Executive Session Motion for Approval for Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Ms. Asay moved that the Board find that discussing contract negotiations in open session would put the Board at a substantial disadvantage. Mr. Jones seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 10:25 p.m. Motion to Move to Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations and for the Appointment of Public Officers Mr. Jones moved that the Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with 1 VSA §313 to discuss contract negotiations and the appointment of public officers. Ms. Asay seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 10:25 p.m. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 10:40 p.m. Item XI – Return to Open Session 10:40 p.m. Action Item Ms. Asay moved, seconded by Ms. Muncy to appoint Ms. Muncy, Mr. Hingtgen and Mr. Murphy as the board representatives of the 706 Study Committee. Motion carried unanimously. Ms. Muncy moved, seconded by Mr. Murphy, to appoint Paul Carnahan and Nancy Reid as the community representatives of the 706 Study Committee. Motion carried unanimously. Item XII – Adjourn On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 10:45 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS December 7, 2016 MINUTES Minutes Approved: January 11, 2017 Present Board: Bridget Asay, Michele Braun, Steve Hingtgen, Ken Jones, Tina Muncy, Jim Murphy (by phone) Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca, Business Manager Grant Geisler Student: Brynn Bushey Public: Nathan Suter Absent: Peter Sterling, Theresa Noonan Item I – Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:40 p.m. Item II – Executive Session Motion for Approval for Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Mr. Jones moved that the Board find that discussing contract negotiations in open session would put the Board at a substantial disadvantage. Ms. Asay seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 6:40 p.m. Motion to Move to Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Ms. Asay moved that the Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with 1 VSA §313 to discuss contract negotiations. Ms. Muncy seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 6:40 p.m. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 7:05 p.m. Item III – Return to Open Session 7:07 p.m. Item IV – Public Comment None. Item V – Consent Agenda Approval of Minutes of November 16, 2016 School Board Meeting Approval of Warrants for Payroll & Accounts Payable for December 9, 2016 (Limitations Policy 2.4) Approval of Co-Curricular Appointments (Limitations Policy 2.7) Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Ms. Asay, to approve the consent agenda including minutes of the November 16, 2016 regular meeting, Warrant 12 dated December 8, 2016 in the amount of $616,059.64 and co-curricular contracts (see listing). Motion carried unanimously. Item VI – Limitations Policy 2.3 – Financial Condition and Activities Review FY16 Audit Report with Mike Segale, Auditor (Fothergill, Segale & Valley) Mr. Segale provided a summary of the FY16 audit report. There were no significant findings. Financial statement disclosures were neutral, consistent and clear. There was one recommendation that Personnel Activity Reports be reviewed and signed timely by the person in charge of the program. There was discussion in regard to management of the fund balance. Business Manager Geisler publicly acknowledged his staff for their hard work. The Board thanked Mr. Segale and Business Manager Geisler and their respective teams for their work. Accept FY16 Audit Report Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Ms. Muncy, to accept the FY16 audit report. Motion carried unanimously. Item VII – Governance Process Policy 4.0 Update on 706 Study Committee Mrs. Braun updated the Board on attempts to solicit community members to join the study committee. There was discussion in regard to committee purpose and duration. Mr. Murphy and Ms. Muncy both volunteered to serve on the committee. Final committee membership will be decided at next week’s meeting. Item VIII – End 1 – Possible Indicators Review Leadership Team Memo A written proposal was provided, a copy of which is which is attached to these Minutes. Ms. Asay inquired as to what the data for the writing prompts, Fountas & Pinnell and PNOA indicators would look like. Mr. Hingtgen cautioned on the ability of reporting compliance with mastery as stated in End 1. Mrs. Braun suggested that the ends should be looked at in terms of status. Mr. Hingtgen suggested that the data be broken down demographically, as well as longitudinally by cohort. Mr. Hingtgen identified the missing pieces as the hard ones to quantify, i.e., creativity, citizenship, problem solving, etc. Guidelines and suggestions for future reporting were discussed. In order to assess progress towards End 1, Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Ms. Muncy, that the administration explore a plan to initiate a process to track the progress of equity longitudinally in the District. Motion carried unanimously. Identify Indicators for End 1 Report for February Mr. Jones requested a written report with the numbers, with the administration identifying anything odd or alarming. Superintendent Ricca agreed to build from last year’s report and to provide additional data beyond last year where available. Item IX – Limitations Policy 2.8 – Communication and Support to the Board Review Request to Join Amicus Brief Ms. Asay provided a brief overview of the case. Decision to Join Amicus Brief Ms. Asay offered that she believed it was too early to join the brief due to the fact that nothing has been circulated at this point. Mr. Hingtgen questioned the value of the District exercising some leadership in the Vermont school community on this issue. Following discussion, Ms. Asay moved, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Board direct Mrs. Braun to convey its support for the federal Department of Education’s existing policy on the rights of transgender students to the Vermont School Boards Association and encouraged other districts to do the same. Motion carried unanimously. Item X – Governance Process Policy 4.1 – Governing Style Board Self-Evaluation Mrs. Braun informed board members that the direct inspection form was done for anyone who wanted to see it. Storage of those forms was discussed. Mrs. Braun reminded board members of the existence and importance of revisiting policy 4.5, board members code of conduct. Mrs. Braun shared feedback from Vibrant and Affordable Montpelier members. Details for the January 7, 2017 special meeting were discussed. Item XI – Executive Session Mr. Hingtgen moved that the Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with 1 VSA §313 for the purpose of an employee evaluation. Ms. Asay seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 8:51 p.m. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 9:55 p.m. Item XII – Adjourn On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:55 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder Co-Curricular Appointments MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS November 2, 2016 MINUTES Minutes Approved: November 16, 2016 Present Board: Bridget Asay, Michele Braun, Steve Hingtgen, Ken Jones, Tina Muncy, Jim Murphy, Peter Sterling Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca Student: Brynn Bushey Public: Greg Hebert, Jen Matthews Absent: Theresa Noonan Item I – Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Item II – Executive Session Motion for Approval for Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Mr. Jones moved that the Board find that discussing contract negotiations in open session would put the Board at a substantial disadvantage. Mr. Hingtgen seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 6:30 p.m. Motion to Move to Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Mr. Hingtgen moved that the Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with 1 VSA §313 to discuss contract negotiations. Ms. Asay seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 6:30 p.m. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 7:04 p.m. Item III – Return to Open Session 7:06 p.m. Item IV – Public Comment None. Item V – Consent Agenda Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Mr. Jones, to remove the quarter 1 financial report from the consent agenda. Motion carried unanimously. Approval of Minutes of October 19, 2016 School Board Meeting Approval of Warrants for Payroll & Accounts Payable for November 11, 2016 (Limitations Policy 2.4) Approval of Quarter 1 Financial Report (Limitations Policy 2.3, 2.4) Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Ms. Asay, to approve the consent agenda as amended including minutes of the October 19, 2016 regular meeting and Warrant 10 dated November 9, 2016 in the amount of $655,691.40. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Jones moved, seconded by Ms. Asay, to accept the quarter 1 financial report. Mr. Hingtgen said he finds the quarterly financial reports somewhat opaque because the categories are so big and he cannot, in good conscience, vote to approve reports he does not understand. The motion passed 5-1, Mr. Hingtgen voting against, Mr. Murphy abstaining. At this point in this meeting, Mrs. Braun proposed an adjustment to the agenda. She suggested that the next two agenda items (budget scenarios and stakeholder feedback) be handled relatively quickly and that the Board spend the bulk of the time allotted for those items discussing how it would like to manage this year’s budget process going forward. Item VI – Limitations Policy 2.4 – Financial Planning and Budgeting Review FY18 Budget Percentage Scenarios Three scenarios were presented. Superintendent Ricca explained the difficulty in the Board providing him with a percentage increase relative to per pupil spending for the FY18 budget as called for by policy. He explained the difference between per pupil increases and general fund budget increases. Historical per pupil spending was reviewed. Mrs. Braun suggested holding off on setting the increase until the Board has some additional information. Mr. Jones’ hope for the next meeting on November 16th is to be able to provide more clarity on the variables for which the Board can provide guidance. Superintendent Ricca will invite Business Manager Grant Geisler to a future meeting for further explanation as to how the funding formula works. Item VII – Limitations Policy 2.4 – Financial Planning and Budgeting Review Board Feedback from Stakeholders Board members reported on feedback gathered to date. Items mentioned included expanding foreign language, pre-K, transportation and food options, improving the health curriculum, adding an assistant principal at UES, increased funding for Community Connections, and others. There was discussion about the process for communicating budget priorities to the community. Mrs. Braun inquired of board members in regard to their desire to convey some sense of Board priorities to the Leadership Team and how that might be reasonably done. Mr. Murphy inquired about the existence of a multi-year plan as mentioned in the pretext of policy 2.4. Ms. Asay said she saw having a multi-year plan as being part of the budgeting process. She said she would like to see something more than just about the numbers for this year, and suggested some real narrative and thoughtful projection for going forward. Mr. Hingtgen suggested that Superintendent Ricca produce something of a monitoring report setting forth what he has already done in the context of policy 2.4, saying he believed that would answer some of the questions board members have raised. Superintendent Ricca informed the Board of his intent to tie his budget presentation to policy 2.4. Ms. Muncy requested to make a motion to assist with understanding the budget. She moved, seconded by Mr. Hingtgen, that the superintendent provide the Board, in their packets for November 16th, a class list K-12 for the number of students in each classroom. For example, in the elementary school if there are four first grade classrooms, that the Board know how many students are in each classroom. In the middle school 7-8, for each team the Board know, in a Language Arts class, how many students are in each Language Arts class. In the high school, for each class, if there are four Language Arts classes, the Board know how many students are in each of those classes. Motion carried unanimously. There was discussion about the Board’s role in priority setting. Ms. Asay moved, seconded by Ms. Muncy, that the Leadership Team, as part of the budget process, provide the Board with a narrative that explains long-term District priorities with reference to the Ends policies and give a multi-year plan for achieving those priorities. Ms. Muncy suggested a specific number for the multi-year plan. Mr. Jones acknowledged that not all activities will be multi-year, while others may be numerous years. Although there had been some work on the Ends priorities over the summer, Mr. Hingtgen said that work was not yet complete or was not yet codified. He recognized the value in establishing Ends priorities in an abbreviated version now or, in the alternative, having Superintendent Ricca suggest them in his proposal. Mrs. Braun stated the importance of recognizing any multi-year plan as a working document and not something written in stone. Superintendent Ricca said he would be more comfortable with a three-year plan than a five-year plan. Mr. Murphy moved, seconded by Mr. Jones, to amend the original motion to specify that the multi-year plan be a three-year plan. The motion to amend carried unanimously. The motion as amended carried unanimously. There was continued discussion in regard to the possibility of a Board priority setting session. Mrs. Braun acknowledged the need to figure out what happens with input received from the community. Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Ms. Asay, that the Board defer continued discussion on this matter until the next meeting with the expectation of some resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Item VIII – Limitations Policy 2.4 – Scheduled Superintendent’s Report Discussion of Internal/External Reports Ms. Asay pointed out that under the Board’s calendar, there are reporting deadlines in November for policies 2.3 and 2.4. It is her understanding, in accordance with policy 3.4, that what is due in November for reporting on policy 2.3 is an external report which is the audit. In regard to policy 2.4, Superintendent Ricca previously reported on that policy in March but that actually should have been a Board report, with the internal report occurring in November. Due to the fact that there has effectively already been a report on last year’s budget session, Ms. Asay moved, seconded by Mr. Hingtgen, to relieve Superintendent Ricca of the obligation of doing a limitations report on policy 2.4 in November. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Hingtgen requested to make it clear that the intent of the motion language was not to ignore policy, but rather to acknowledge that Superintendent Ricca’s March report on policy 2.4 fulfilled his November reporting requirement on that policy. Review External Report Document A proposed direct inspection form was distributed and discussed. Use of this form by board members is for the purpose of documenting compliance with policies and not evaluating faculty and staff. Accept External Report Document Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Mr. Murphy, that the Board engage in a process of direct Board inspection, the result of which will come on a standard form. The purpose of this standard form is to monitor policy as stated in policy 3.4. Mrs. Braun has already prepared a standard form that speaks to the Ends which board members will practice with, but she will also create a blank form to be used in other situations. The Board will evaluate after a few months to see how it is working. Motion carried unanimously. Item IX – Governance Process Policy 4.0 Discuss 706 Study with Roxbury Mrs. Braun reviewed the proposed budget and committee structure for the 706 study. Superintendent Ricca requested affirmation of the recommendation for a budget of up to $20,000, as well as affirmation of a committee structure of seven (7) members – two (2) from Roxbury and five (5) from Montpelier – and makeup of the representation beyond one (1) board member. Vote on 706 Budget & Committee Structure Ms. Muncy moved, seconded by Mr. Hingtgen, that the Board set up a study committee for the purpose of Roxbury and Montpelier joining comprised of seven members, five from Montpelier and two from Roxbury. Motion carried unanimously. Ms. Muncy moved, seconded by Mr. Murphy, that the District apply for the $20,000 budget limit for this committee. Motion carried unanimously. Following discussion in regard to Board representation on the committee, Mr. Hingtgen moved, seconded by Ms. Asay, that the Montpelier representation of the committee include three (3) board members and two (2) community members selected by the Montpelier Board. Motion carried unanimously. Superintendent Ricca reviewed the timeline for selection of committee members. Item X – Mandated Policy G14 – Daily Transportation Discuss Net-Zero Transportation Mr. Jones and Mr. Murphy updated the Board on the City’s net-zero transportation efforts. A recommendation was made for the District to participate, with the City structuring the process. Mr. Murphy moved, seconded by Mr. Hingtgen, that the Board authorize Mr. Murphy and Mr. Jones to partake in discussions with the City and the net-zero movement in the City on how the school district can be part of a citywide plan to better provide environmentally friendly and low carbon transportation options. Motion carried unanimously. Item XI – Governance Process Policy 4.1 – Governing Style Board Self-Evaluation Item XII – Executive Session Mr. Hingtgen moved that the Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with 1 VSA §313 for the purpose of an employee evaluation. Mr. Jones seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 9:35 p.m. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 9:55 p.m. Item XIII – Adjourn On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:55 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS October 19, 2016 MINUTES Minutes Approved: November 2, 2016 Present Board: Bridget Asay, Michele Braun, Steve Hingtgen, Ken Jones, Tina Muncy, Jim Murphy, Peter Sterling Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca, Principal Pam Arnold, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director Matt Roy Public: Elmira Behzadikia, Eric Bigglestone, Sidney Collier, David Delcore, Ashley Dubois, Mohsen Fallahi, Tom Golonka, Jen Gordon, Chris Guros, Katie Gustafson, Greg Hebert, Shannon Hepburn, Amy Kimball, Karen Kurrle, Morgan Lloyd, Nora Lovelette, Ramsey Luhr, Dan Maguire, Jen Matthews, Brian Murphy, Caroline Murphy, Charles Phillips, Shelley Quinn, Leif Richardson, Eli Rosenberg, John Sayles, Jason Serota-Winston, Kim Smith, Nathan Suter, Don Taylor, Heidi Tringe, and others Absent: Brynn Bushey, Theresa Noonan Item I – Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Item II – Executive Session Motion for Approval for Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Mr. Jones moved that the Board find that discussing contract negotiations in open session would put the Board at a substantial disadvantage. Ms. Asay seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 6:30 p.m. Motion to Move to Executive Session for the Purpose of Contract Negotiations Mr. Hingtgen moved that the Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with 1 VSA §313 to discuss contract negotiations. Ms. Asay seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 6:30 p.m. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 6:56 p.m. Item III – Return to Open Session 7:04 p.m. Superintendent Ricca requested removal of the Roxbury 706 Study Committee discussion from the agenda. Item IV – Public Comment None. Item V – Consent Agenda Superintendent Ricca requested to remove approval of the AFL-CIO Local 1369 Negotiated Agreement from the consent agenda and to add approval for authorization for him to vote on the Board’s behalf at the VEHI annual meeting on October 21, 2016. Mr. Sterling moved, seconded by Mr. Murphy, to add an item to the consent agenda authorizing Superintendent Ricca to vote on the Board’s behalf at the VEHI annual meeting on October 21, 2016. Motion carried unanimously. Approval of Minutes of October 5, 2016 School Board Meeting Approval of Warrants for Payroll & Accounts Payable for October 28, 2016 (Limitations Policy 2.4) Approval of Co-Curricular Appointment (Limitations Policy 2.7) Authorization for Superintendent Ricca to Vote on the Board’s Behalf at the VEHI Annual Meeting on October 21, 2016 Mr. Jones moved, seconded by Ms. Asay, to approve the consent agenda including minutes of the October 5, 2016 regular meeting, Warrant 9 dated October 27, 2016 in the amount of $1,377,761.55, a co-curricular contract (see listing) and authorization for Superintendent Ricca to vote on the Board’s behalf at the VEHI annual meeting on October 21, 2016. Motion carried unanimously. Item VI – End 3 7/8 Presentation Mrs. Braun laid out the format for this agenda item. Superintendent Ricca read a prepared statement. Principal Arnold and teachers from Team Sirius and Team Summit gave a PowerPoint presentation on the 7/8 program, followed by a question and answer session. Following Board discussion, Superintendent Ricca invited people to attend a meeting scheduled for November 1, 2016 that will focus on the future of the middle school program, followed by a second meeting scheduled for December 6, 2016 to discuss personalized learning plans. Item VII – Limitations Policy 2.4 – Financial Planning and Budgeting Budget Priorities Superintendent Ricca presented and reviewed the Leadership Team’s preliminary budget priorities for FY18. There was continued discussion about the possibility of a bond and a draft bond timeline was provided. Ms. Muncy requested a class size list similar to what was provided last year. Item VIII – Governance Process Policy 4.1 – Governing Style Board Self-Evaluation Thoughts on tonight’s public comment portion of the 7/8 presentation were shared. There was discussion about the format for board presentations going forward, with Mr. Hingtgen noting the need for presenters to be aware of time allotments. Item IX – Adjourn On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 10:46 p.m. Heather Michaud Recorder Co-Curricular Appointment SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
MONTPELIER BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS October 17, 2016 MINUTES Minutes Approved: November 16, 2016 Present Board: Bridget Asay, Michele Braun, Steve Hingtgen, Ken Jones, Tina Muncy Administration: Superintendent Brian Ricca, Principal Mike McRaith, Assistant Principal Jennifer Wall-Howard Item I – Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 12:10 p.m. Item II – Public Comment None. Item III – Executive Session Mr. Jones moved that the Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with 1 VSA §313(a)(7) for the purpose of a student discipline hearing. Ms. Asay seconded and the motion carried unanimously at 12:11 p.m. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to leave Executive Session at 1:10 p.m. Item IV – Adjourn On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 1:10 p.m. Dr. Brian G. Ricca Recorder |