School Board Meeting

Thanks Scott for posting your notes from the meeting in the comments section - here they are:

Quick update from tonight's meeting....

The road was turned down, and the weight room renovation and expansion was approved.

It was pointed out that this is money that has already been borrowed as part of the Middle School debt ($24 million). The money doesn't have to be spent, though. So, at least $1 million won't be.

One other positive was that there were more community members than normal. About 7-8 were there and a few spoke (including me, of course). Let's hope this trend continues. We need more community participation.

Also of note was the discussion and vote about the Community College agreement. Basically, NCCC is looking to add 30 years to the agreement of sponsorships with the school districts. This would extend it to 2056.
That means that all 8 districts involved would be committed to funding the college for the next 48 years. The real problem is that there is no oversight or approval authority on the school districts' parts for capital borrowing.

After much debate, a motion was made by Mr. Bradley to table the vote until NASD can further study the situation. Proposed was to go to the County to ask if they would contribute as well. We are the only district not to approve this extension yet. So, NASD has some leverage.

My personal opinion - good move. While funding the NCCC is a good move, the current agreement may need a new look. Also, extending it for 48 years from now (30 year extension from 2026) seems nuts.


It was also asked at the end of the meeting if there are any provisions for replacing Dr. Marino on the board, who has been absent for most meetings this past year. The solicitor will come back with any steps which can be taken at the next meeting.


That's it for now. I will add more if I've forgotten anything after I review my notes.

Scott