Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School public meetings in 2020
20 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
School Committee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee will meet remotely on December 3, 2020, to vote on routine items and several financial actions. Key decisions include approving excess MSBA funds for Alumni Gymnasium windows and doors, a bus lease purchase with TCF National Bank, and accepting grants from Mount Wachusett Community College and the Advanced Manufacturing Training Services Award. The committee will also hear presentations on dust collection, the Larkin Gala, and student organizations.
- Approve excess MSBA funds for Alumni Gymnasium windows and doors
- Approve bus equipment lease purchase with TCF National Bank
- Accept Mount Wachusett Community College grant of $20,000
- Approve FY 2020 invoices from United Site Services for $1,831.57
- Approve purchase of Airmax units for landscape shop ($14,000) and bidding dust collection system
Finance Subcommittee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Finance Subcommittee will meet to consider several financial actions, including approving equipment purchases, a bus lease, and accepting grants and donations. They will also review financial reports and receive updates on projects.
- Approve bidding for dust collection system for carpentry shop funded with MSBA funds
- Approve purchase of Airmax units for Landscaping estimated at $14,000 from Stabilization funds
- Approve bus equipment lease purchase with TCF National Bank
- Accept Mount Wachusett Community College grant of $20,000
- Approve FY 2020 invoices from United Site Services for $1,831.57
School Committee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee will meet on November 12, 2020, to vote on several items, including approving district bylaws, using excess MSBA funds for Alumni Gymnasium windows and doors, accepting a $21,600 CTE grant, and approving the updated admissions policy. The agenda also includes presentations on the Angell at Essex program projections, the CTAAC weekend integration project, and reports from the superintendent and principal.
- Approve district bylaws (Final-Form-of-District-ByLaws_10_2020.docx1.pdf)
- Approve using excess MSBA funds for Alumni Gymnasium windows and doors
- Accept CTE Credential Attainment Impact & Recovery Grant for $21,600
- Approve updated Admissions Policy based on COVID-19
- Approve payment of $1,780 to Eagle Elevator Co., Inc. from FY2021 facilities budget
Finance Subcommittee Meeting
The Finance Subcommittee is meeting to consider several financial actions, including accepting a $21,600 recovery grant and approving elevator service invoices. The committee will also review September 2020 fund reports and student activity account balances.
- Acceptance of the CTE Credential Attainment Impact & Recovery Grant for $21,600
- Approval of Eagle Elevator Co., Inc. invoices totaling $1,780 from the FY 2021 facilities budget
- Review of September 2020 revolving fund and grant reports
- Acceptance of student activity account balance and interest income reports as of September 30, 2020
- Information regarding design services for Alumni Gym windows and doors
School Committee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee will vote on the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement and a cleaning services bid, and will also consider approving SMARTIE goals and FY21 entitlement grants. The meeting includes reports on admissions, the principal's update, and a presentation on the Genocide Studies course. Public comment is available via Zoom chat or email.
- Approve and sign AFSCME contract with salary scale
- Award cleaning services bid 2021-04 to Complete Cleaning Company of Lynn
- Approve SMARTIE Goals for the district
- Accept FY21 entitlement grants (Titles I, IIA, IVA, Perkins)
- MSBA Alumni Gym roof project awarded to Stanley Roofing Company for $619,573
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District Policy Subcommittee met remotely and in person to approve minutes from August 6, 2020. The primary business item was a recommendation to the full School Committee to approve the Bylaws Governing the Operation of the District. The meeting concluded with adjournment and a note that the next meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2020.
- Recommendation to approve Bylaws Governing the Operation of the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District
- Approval of meeting minutes from the August 6, 2020 District Policy Subcommittee meeting
School Committee Meeting
The School Committee is deciding to approve a Memorandum of Understanding for a hybrid school year and a modified fall sports season with specific protocols. The meeting also includes informational reports on a $125,000 General Electric workforce grant, facility projects including the Larkin Cottage building, and personnel updates. Routine items include the approval of previous minutes and the welcome of two new committee members.
- Vote to approve Memorandum of Understanding with HFT for a Hybrid school model
- Vote for a modified fall sports season including protocols and supporting data
- Information on a $125,000 General Electric Workforce Grant for Advanced Manufacturing
- Information on the Larkin Cottage Building Project and demolition of McNamara O'Shea Building
- Information on FY 2021 Budget Update and FY 2020 Year End Close
Personnel Subcommittee Meeting
The Personnel Subcommittee of the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District will meet to approve job descriptions for several positions, receive a staffing update and Employee Assistance Program update, and approve the June 11, 2020 meeting minutes. The meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. at Maple Street Bistro, 565 Maple Street, Hathorne, MA.
- Approval of job descriptions for Shared Student Paraprofessional, Special Education Paraprofessional, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, and Substitute Teacher
- Staffing update covering resignations, retirements, new staff, and temporary staff
- Employee Assistance Program update on usage and provider change
- Approval of June 11, 2020 tentative meeting minutes
- Retirement letter from Marian Garabedian
Finance Subcommittee Meeting
The Finance Subcommittee reviews facility projects, including the demolition of the McNamara-O'Shea Building and the Larkin Cottage project. It votes on several financial actions, such as awarding a plumbing expansion bid to Eagle Point Builders and refunding student parking fees due to the hybrid reopening plan. The committee also approves fund transfers for Smith Hall and Larkin Cottage and closes the FY 2020 general fund.
- Award Bid 2021-02, CTE Plumbing Program Shop Expansion, to Eagle Point Builders for $233,524
- Refund all student parking fees due to COVID-19 and Hybrid reopening plan
- Transfer $5,000 from Gallant Hall completion to Smith Hall for second-floor shades
- Transfer $75,000 from MSBA funding to Larkin Cottage to offset cost overages
- Award Bid 2021-01, 2 Collaborative Robots, to Advanced Educational Technologies, LLC for $94,375.00
School Committee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee will meet remotely to handle routine business, including the treasurer's report and meeting minutes. They will also discuss and potentially vote on the superintendent's evaluation, revised organizational charts, and receive updates on the FY2021 budget and federal grants.
- Approve revised Administrative District and High School Organizational Charts
- Review Superintendent-Director evaluation document
- Update on FY 2021 Budget Approval
- Information on FY20-21 Federal Grant ESSER
- Approve warrant of July 9, 2020
School Committee Meeting
The Essex North Shore School Committee is meeting to consider routine approvals and several financial actions, including a $270,000 fund transfer within the FY2020 budget, appropriating $350,000 to the Stabilization fund and $230,000 to the Angell Veterinary clinic fund, closing the Green House Project fund, and authorizing short-term borrowing. They will also discuss reopening costs, review the end-of-year report, and consider a school calendar change due to COVID-19 furloughs. The meeting includes a proposed executive session to review a union MOA and the superintendent's contract.
- Transfer of $270,000 within FY2020 Operating Budget
- Appropriate $350,000 to Stabilization fund and $230,000 to Angell Veterinary clinic fund
- Close Green House Project fund of $88,761.80, reallocate to Larkin Cottage Project
- Vote to incur debt for FY2021 revenue anticipation
- Proposed executive session on AFSCME Local 245 MOA and superintendent contract
Finance Subcommittee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District Finance Subcommittee is meeting to review financial reports, discuss the FY2021 budget, and vote on several fund transfers and appropriations. The agenda includes a $270,000 transfer within the FY2020 operating budget, $350,000 to the Stabilization Fund, and $230,000 to the Angell Veterinary Clinic Fund. The subcommittee will also consider closing the Green House Project fund and reallocating its balance, and approving spring stipends.
- Transfer $270,000 within FY2020 operating budget
- Appropriate $350,000 to Stabilization Fund and $230,000 to Angell Veterinary Clinic Fund
- Close Green House Project fund ($88,761.80) and reallocate to Larkin Cottage Project
- Approve FY2021 budget update with amended proposals (Plans B and C)
- Authorize borrowing in anticipation of revenue for FY2021
Finance Subcommittee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Finance Subcommittee will meet remotely via Zoom on May 6, 2020, to consider several financial actions. They will vote on the March 2020 financial report, student activity fund requests, MSBA project funding, the FY2019 audit, summer projects, a special education stabilization fund, and a three-year office lease. The committee will also receive a Fiscal Year 2021 budget update.
- Approve March 2020 expenditure summary report
- Approve Student Activity Agency Fund Reports and Requests
- Recommend acceptance of MSBA/ENSATS ARP PFA Board Action Letter
- Recommend approval of MSBA Project Funding
- Approve leftover operational funds for summer projects
School Committee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee will meet remotely via Zoom to act on routine financial reports, approve the 2020-2021 school calendar, and consider a request from Danvers Town Manager Steve Bartha to review possible enrollment caps. The committee will also vote on several finance subcommittee recommendations, including equipment purchases, a $153,244 payment to MSPCA Angell, and not participating in School Choice for the next school year. The agenda includes informational updates on the Larkin Cottage project, a clean audit, and a thank-you to staff working during the pandemic.
- Danvers Town Manager request to review possible enrollment caps
- Approve 2020-2021 school calendar
- Approve $153,244 payment to MSPCA Angell for clinic invoice
- Approve equipment purchases: $18,600 for automotive tools, $36,360 for dental and arboriculture, $41,000 for facilities
- Approve not participating in School Choice for 2020-2021
Finance Subcommittee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District Finance Subcommittee will meet on April 1, 2020, to consider routine approvals, donations, and several financial actions. Key items include accepting donations to the Automotive Technology and Masonry programs, approving expenditure reports, and deciding on capital equipment purchases. The subcommittee will also vote on whether the district should participate in School Choice for the 2020-2021 school year.
- Accept donation of a 2008 Dodge MGN (estimated value $2,400) to Automotive Technology
- Accept donation of bricks ($400) to Masonry Program
- Approve January and February 2020 expenditure reports for audit
- Approve administrative recommendation not to participate in School Choice for 2020-2021
- Approve payment of MSPCA Angell Invoice #1 ($153,244)
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District Policy Subcommittee will meet to consider several policy actions, including removing three policies from the reference manual, reviewing school committee operating protocols, and recommending approval of the 2020-2021 Student Handbook and Program of Studies. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and adjournment.
- Removal of policies IHA (Basic Instructional Program), JLA (Student Insurance Program), and JLD (Guidance Program) based on MASC recommendation
- Review and possible recommendation for School Committee's Operating Protocols
- Recommend approval of 2020-2021 Student Handbook (draft)
- Recommend approval of 2020-2021 Program of Studies (draft)
School Committee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2021 budget and then vote on its approval. They will also consider the Student Opportunity Act Plan required by the state, approve an out-of-state field trip, and handle routine items like the treasurer's report and meeting minutes.
- Public hearing and vote on FY 2021 proposed budget
- Approve Student Opportunity Act Plan (funded by Foundation, Perkins, Title I)
- Approve out-of-state field trip for grades 9 & 11 cosmetology students to Evolve Salon Systems in Derry, NH on April 7, 2020
- Approve TCF Bus Lease Resolution
- Approve warrants for March 5 and April 8, 2020
School Committee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee will review the proposed FY2021 budget and act on several routine items, including the treasurer's report, meeting minutes, and warrants. The committee will also vote on four field trip requests for student groups. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss litigation strategy.
- FY2021 proposed budget presented for review
- Approve overnight trip for Cattle Club to Big East Youth Cattle Club Show, West Springfield, MA (April 30-May 3)
- Approve out-of-state trips for Horse Judging Team (April 4), Equine Science students (April 17), and grade 12 Equine Science students (April 9)
- Pay FY19 invoices: $1,995.00 to Learnwell and $315.28 to Perfecto using FY2020 funds
- Enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy
Personnel Subcommittee Meeting
The Personnel Subcommittee of the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District will meet to consider approval of the November 14, 2019 meeting minutes, receive a report on the SOAR program's participation to date, and hear details on retirements and resignations from the Personnel Director. The meeting is largely informational and procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial actions listed.
- Approval of November 14, 2019 tentative meeting minutes
- Report on SOAR program participation to date
- Update on retirements and resignations from Personnel Director
Finance Subcommittee Meeting
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Finance Subcommittee will discuss the preliminary FY2021 budget and receive updates on several projects, including the dust collection system, Larkin Cottage, and the MSBA Alumni Gymnasium. They will also consider approving meeting minutes, placing the December 2019 expenditure report on file, and paying two outstanding FY2019 invoices. The meeting is primarily a discussion and routine action session.
- Discussion of preliminary FY2021 budget with attached revenue and assessment documents
- Recommendation to approve January 2, 2020 meeting minutes
- Recommendation to place December 2019 expenditure report on file for audit
- Recommendation to pay FY19 invoices: $1,995.00 to Learnwell and $315.28 to Perfecto using FY2020 funds
- Information updates on Dust Collection Project, Larkin Cottage, Excess & Deficiency Certification, and MSBA Alumni Gymnasium Project