Colonial School District public meetings in 2025
47 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting
The board is meeting to approve the December 2025 personnel report and extracurricular contracts. The board is also deciding on a settlement for a specific property assessment appeal.
- Approval of personnel report for promotions, employment, and transfers
- Approval of extracurricular contracts and post-season changes
- Settlement of assessment appeal for Parcel #49-00-01786-00-1
Board Reorganization Meeting
The Board of School Directors will meet to conduct its annual reorganization as required by the Pennsylvania School Code. The body will elect a president and vice president to one-year terms and administer oaths of office to board members.
- Election of Board President
- Election of Board Vice President
- Administration of Oath of Office for newly elected or re-elected members
- Authorization for the continued use of existing signature plates
- Student recognitions for PWHS Field Hockey and PWHS Boys' Cross Country
Board Business Meeting
The Colonial School Board met on November 20, 2025, and approved minutes, financial reports, and the treasurer’s report. It also accepted the 2024-2025 audit and opted out of the Act 1 timeline by certifying the real-estate tax rate will not exceed 3.5% for 2026-2027.
- Approved 2024-2025 financial audit and PDE-2057 Annual Financial Report filing
- Opted out of Act 1 timeline, certifying 2026-2027 tax-rate increase ≤ 3.5%
- Approved October 2025 financial reports and treasurer’s report
- Approved personnel report and extracurricular contracts
- Approved fall-production budgets for PWHS Clue and CMS Shrek Kids
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
The Colonial School District’s Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee will meet on November 10, 2025, to discuss updates from the Educational Improvement Board (EIB), community relations initiatives, and a new policy on automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The committee will also review a policy (#822) with the goal of first reading on November 20, 2025, and adoption on January 15, 2026.
- Review of new Policy #822 on AED/CPR with first reading scheduled for November 20, 2025
- Discussion of EIB updates
- Community relations initiatives
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
The Curriculum Committee of the Board will meet to discuss new business regarding school courses and opportunities. The meeting includes reviews of the PWHS Course of Studies and proposals for the 2026-2027 school year.
- PWHS Course of Studies
- Course Proposals 2026-2027
- Hour of AI
- Summer Opportunities 2026
- Conference Requests
HR Committee Meeting
The HR Committee will review Policy #307 regarding Student Teacher/Interns. This review is intended to lead to a first reading on November 20, 2025, and adoption on January 15, 2026.
- Review of Policy #307 Student Teacher/Interns
- Black Men Convening in Education (November 20-22, 2025)
- School Districts of Montgomery County Job Fair (November 24, 2025)
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss updates regarding roofing projects. The meeting includes a review of the Colonial SD Roof Plan 2026-31 and a roof replacement schedule.
- Discussion of Colonial SD Roof Plan 2026-31
- Review of Roof Replacement Schedule
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee is reviewing a recommendation to opt out of the Act 1 Budget timeline, which would limit tax increases to 3.50% for 2026-2027. The body is also reviewing budgets for fall school productions and receiving updates on the 2024-2025 audit and 2025-2026 budget.
- Recommendation to opt out of Act 1 Index timeline (tax increase limit of 3.50% for 2026-2027)
- Budgets for CMS production of 'Shrek Kids' and PWHS production of 'Clue'
- 2024-2025 Audit Report Summary
- 2025-2026 Budget Update as of October 31, 2025
- Implementation of 3 Season Rental Agreements for district facilities
Board Business Meeting
The Board of School Directors will review September 2025 financial reports and the October 2025 personnel report. The board is deciding on several educational services contracts and updates to district policies regarding electronic devices, overtime, and gifts.
- Educational services contracts: Martin Luther School ($75,592.98), Vanguard School ($53,000.00 and $17,367.52), and New Hope Academy ($45,522.00)
- Second read of Policy #101 (Mission/Vision), #330 (Overtime), and #702 (Gifts, Grants and Donations)
- First read of Policy #237 (Electronic Devices) and #616 (Payment of Bills)
- Approval of a Settlement and Release Agreement discussed in executive session
- Approval for PWHS Glamour Gals Club trip to New York City on November 22, 2025
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee meets to review the district’s text selection process, discuss web content accessibility, and consider conference requests for staff training. The committee also begins a review of Policy #237 on electronic devices, with a first reading scheduled for October 16, 2025.
- Review of Text Selection Process
- Web Content Accessibility discussion
- Policy #237 Electronic Devices under review with first reading on 10/16/2025
- Four staff members approved for IB CP Workshop in St. Pete, Florida (11/9–11/12/2025)
Special Meeting
The board held a special meeting to review and approve the Superintendent's report. The primary action was the approval of personnel changes and extracurricular contracts for October 2025.
- Approval of October 2025 Personnel Report
- Approval of October 2025 Extracurricular Contracts
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will convene at the District Office to receive a status update on the ongoing roofing project. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural with time set aside for public comment.
Finance Committee Meeting
The Colonial School District Finance Committee will discuss the 2026-2027 budget development timeline and receive a budget update for the current 2025-2026 school year. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.
- Policy 616 - Payment of Bills presented for first read on Oct 16, 2025
- 2026-2027 budget timeline outlined with key dates through June 2026
- September 2025 budget comparison to September 2024 presented
Board Business Meeting
The Colonial School District Board of Directors met to approve August 2025 financial reports and personnel changes. The board decided on several new board policies and revised the 2025-2026 K-12 calendar. They also approved educational services contracts for the upcoming school year.
- Educational services contract for Martin Luther School: tuition for 33 students at $75,592.98 per student
- Educational services contract for Bucks County Intermediate Unit for special education services
- First read approval of Board Policies #101 (Mission/Vision), #330 (Overtime), and #702 (Gifts, Grants and Donations)
- Revision of 2025-2026 K-12 calendar to designate August 20, August 21, and November 4 as Act 80 days
- Appointment of two student board representatives
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
The Colonial School District’s Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee will meet on September 8, 2025, to discuss two items: a new online platform for the Adult Evening School and updates from the Educational Improvement Board (EIB). No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
- New Adult Evening School Online Platform (discussion only)
- EIB Updates (discussion only)
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee will discuss new business including summer programming, induction processes, professional learning, and elementary math. Policy #101 on the mission, vision, and shared values will receive its first reading and is scheduled for adoption in October.
- Review of Policy #101 with first reading on September 18, 2025
- Policy #101 adoption scheduled for October 16, 2025
- Discussion of summer programming initiatives
- Review of induction processes for new staff or programs
- Professional learning updates for educators
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will discuss updates to Policy 702 regarding gifts, grants, and donations. The body will also review the 2026-2027 Act I Index and August 2024 budget comparisons.
- Review of Policy 702 - Gifts, Grants and Donations
- Donation of $1,000 from Bergey's Chevrolet for Colonial Middle School Athletic Program
- Act I Index for 2026-2027 School Year set at 3.50%
- 2025-2026 budget comparisons for August 2024
HR Committee Meeting
The Colonial School District HR Committee met to review Board Policy #330, a new overtime policy categorized as a legal liability. The policy is set for first reading on September 18, 2025, and second reading and adoption on October 16, 2025. The committee also discussed upcoming events, including a retirement seminar and a convening for Black men in education.
- Review of Board Policy #330 (Overtime) with first reading scheduled for 2025-09-18
- Second reading and adoption of Policy #330 set for 2025-10-16
- Retirement Seminar by Dynasty Advisors on 2025-10-09 at Colonial Elementary School
- Black Men Convening in Education scheduled for 2025-11-20 to 2025-11-22
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss information regarding summer projects and transportation for the 2025-2026 school year. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation on Summer Projects
- Transportation update for the 2025-2026 School Year provided by Mr. Digian
Board Business Meeting
The Colonial School District Board of Directors met on August 21, 2025, to approve routine financial reports, personnel changes, and new service contracts. All motions carried unanimously. No substantive policy debates or public hearings were listed on the agenda.
- Approved June/July 2025 financial reports including bond, deficit status, and cash flow summaries
- Ratified 2025 assessment appeal resolution for under-valued properties
- Approved service agreement with Delta-T Group for paraprofessional and nursing services ($237K rate sheet attached)
- Approved 2025-26 food service vendors: Morabito Baking, US Foods (Allentown), Swiss Premium Dairy, and others
- Approved educational service contracts totaling $612,306.56 for students at Nexus School, New Hope Academy, and others
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will review the impact of the 2025-2026 Pennsylvania State Budget and unaudited financial results from the 2024-2025 school year. The body will also discuss student Chromebook insurance and a transition to a new online payment platform for school meals.
- PA State Budget 25-26 update, including a proposed $51.4 billion budget
- Optional student Chromebook insurance fees of $30, or $15 for students in the Free/Reduced Meal Program
- Transition from My School Bucks to EZ School Pay for school meals, reducing transaction fees from $3.50 to $2.75
- Review of unaudited 2024-2025 school year financial results
- Discussion of Proposed Senate Bill 962 regarding property tax replacement
Special Meeting
The Board is meeting to approve personnel changes and pay rates for non-bargaining unit staff for the 2025-2026 school year. The body will also consider several service contracts and a separation agreement.
- 2025-2026 Non-Bargaining Unit Rates
- Substitute Teacher Services agreement for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027
- $4,000 agreement with Dr. Carl Pullen of City Line Pediatrics for student physicals at Colonial Middle School
- Separation and Release Agreement for Employee #103216
- Personnel report for appointments, promotions, and transfers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board Business Meeting
The Board of School Directors decided on the final budget and tax rates for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting also included approvals for personnel changes, extracurricular appointments, and vendor bids for school supplies.
- Adoption of 2025-2026 Final Budget totaling $162,997,782
- Real estate tax rate set at 26.495 mills, a 3.18% increase
- Approval of bids for art supplies, general school supplies, and paper products
- Appointment of Jessica Lester as Board Secretary for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029
- Approval of Wonderspring rental rates: $49.00 per day for before/after-school and $179.54 per day for summer camp
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board Business Meeting
The Board of School Directors met to approve April 2025 financial reports and personnel changes. The body appointed a new Board Treasurer and updated several district policies regarding fraud, naloxone, and employee speech.
- Appointment of Mark Digian as Board Treasurer
- Approval of new Policy #828 (Fraud) and updated Policy #823 (Naloxone)
- First read approval of Policy #320 (Freedom of Speech by Employee) and Policy #342 (Jury Duty)
- Approval of April 2025 financial reports and Treasurer's Report
- Approval of May 2025 personnel report and extracurricular contracts
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee will discuss several curriculum-related items, including a new science resource for the middle school, flexible instruction days, and the PRIZE teacher-training program. The committee will also consider conference requests and a conference share-out. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.
- Discussion of CMS Science Resource (new curriculum materials)
- Review of Flexible Instruction Days (potential remote learning days)
- Presentation on PRIZE (Partnering in Raising Inclusive Zealous Educators) program
- Conference requests and approvals (attached file)
- Conference share-out from staff development events
HR Committee Meeting
The HR Committee will review two proposed board policies: Policy #320 on employee freedom of speech and Policy #342 on jury duty. Both are new policies; the intent is to present them for first reading on May 15 and final adoption on June 9. No votes are scheduled at this meeting; the items are for discussion and information.
- Review of Policy #320 (Freedom of Speech by Employee) – new policy, PSBA recommendation
- Review of Policy #342 (Jury Duty) – new policy, categorized as legal liability by PSBA
Finance Committee Meeting
The Colonial School District Finance Committee will discuss student meal prices for 2025-2026, a proposed four-year tax collection contract with Elite Revenue Solutions, the CMTHS operating budget, and tax rates. A key discussion is the 2025-2026 budget update, which projects a $4,289,356 deficit and proposes a 3.18% real estate tax increase (0.843 mills, new rate 26.495) combined with $1,000,000 from assigned fund balance to cover it.
- Administration recommends a four-year contract with Elite Revenue Solutions for real estate tax collection in Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships at $2.70 per bill plus mailing fees.
- CMTHS 2025-2026 operating budget totals $11,424,120, a 3.38% increase; Colonial's proposed contribution is $2,236,663 (up 5.99%).
- Proposed 2025-2026 tax rates: Earned Income Tax 1%, Real Estate Transfer Tax 1%, Amusement Tax 10%, and a $25 real estate tax certification fee.
- 2025-2026 real estate tax bills will be issued July 1, 2025.
- The final 2025-2026 budget is scheduled for approval at the June 9, 2025 School Board Meeting.
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to receive information on current projects. The agenda focuses on updates regarding the CES project and work completed during spring break.
- CES Project Update
- Spring Break Projects Update
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
The Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee of the Colonial School District will meet on April 7, 2025, to discuss several items. They will review the SCOIR college counseling platform, receive updates on EIB, and conduct the annual review of Board Policy #249 on Bullying/Cyberbullying. Additionally, the committee will discuss revisions to Board Policy #823 regarding Naloxone, with the intent to have a first reading on April 10 and adoption in May 2025.
- Review of Board Policy #249 (Bullying/Cyberbullying) annual review
- Discussion of revisions to Board Policy #823 (Naloxone) – first reading planned April 10, adoption May 2025
- Presentation on SCOIR college counseling platform (Beth Lynch, Jeff Blizzard)
- Updates on EIB (Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging?) from prior meeting
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
The Curriculum Committee of the Board will meet to review new business items. The agenda includes updates on AI, the curriculum cycle, and future professional learning.
- AI Update
- Curriculum Cycle Update
- Professional Learning - Looking Forward
HR Committee Meeting
The Colonial School District HR Committee will meet on April 1, 2025, for discussion only. The sole agenda item is an information presentation on onboarding best practices by HR Manager Colleen Techtmann. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Information item: Onboarding Best Practices presentation by HR Manager Colleen Techtmann
Finance Committee Meeting
The Colonial School District Finance Committee will discuss the Proposed Final Budget for 2025-2026, which projects a $4,289,356 deficit. The proposal recommends funding the deficit through a 3.18% tax increase (0.843 mills to a rate of 26.495) and using $1,000,000 from Assigned Fund Balance. The committee will also review a production budget for the CMS 6th Grade Spring Musical "The Addams Family," and discuss Policy #828 on Fraud for a first reading at the April 10 board meeting.
- Proposed Final Budget 2025-2026 with $4,289,356 deficit and recommended 3.18% tax increase (0.843 mills to 26.495) plus $1M from fund balance
- Approval timeline: Final Proposed Budget to board on April 10, public review, then Final Budget on June 9
- Colonial Middle School 6th Grade Musical "The Addams Family" production budget presentation
- Policy #828 - Fraud reviewed for first reading on April 10 and adoption in May
- 2024-2025 Budget update with March 2025 comparisons
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
This meeting of the Facilities Management & Transportation Committee includes a discussion item on the CES Project Update, which concerns an ongoing renovation. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items: call to order, public comments, new business, and adjournment.
- CES Project Update – discussion item with attached renovation update PDF (April 2025)
Board Business Meeting
The Board of School Directors approved the district's 2025-2028 Comprehensive Plan and associated state reports. The board also approved February 2025 financial reports, the Treasurer's report, and 2025 summer programs.
- Approval of 2025-2028 Comprehensive Plan, Induction Plan, Professional Development Plan, and Gifted Education Plan Assurances
- Approval of 2025 summer programs: Summer Academy (7/8/25 - 7/31/25) and Extended School Year (7/1/25 - 7/31/25)
- Approval of February 2025 financial reports and Treasurer's Report
- Approval of personnel report and extracurricular contracts
- First read of Policy #221 (Dress and Grooming) and Policy #235.1 (Surveys)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
The Curriculum Committee of the Board will discuss Future Ready Comprehensive Planning and review three district policies. Two new policies regarding dress and grooming and surveys are proposed for future adoption, while one policy on illegal attendance is marked for deletion.
- Review of Policy #221 Dress and Grooming
- Review of Policy #235.1 Surveys
- Proposed deletion of Policy #254 Removal of Student(s) in Illegal Attendance
- Future Ready Comprehensive Planning (FRCP) discussion
- Conference approval for Tonia Kaufman to attend the 2025 National Association of Music Education (NAfME) Conference on 4/25/25
Finance Committee Meeting
The Colonial School District Finance Committee is discussing several financial matters including refinancing 2017A General Obligation Bonds to save on interest, continuing the Senior Citizen Property Tax/Rent Rebate program at 75% of the state base, and implementing the Act 91 Tax Credit program for volunteer firefighters and EMS. The committee is also reviewing the 2025-2026 budget, which projects a $4,289,356 deficit that would require a 3.18% tax increase (0.817 mills) to close. Recommendations from this meeting will be presented to the School Board for action.
- Refunding of 2017A General Obligation Bonds discussed to take advantage of low interest rates
- Recommendation to continue Senior Citizen Property Tax/Rent Rebate program at 75% of PA base for 2025-2026; previous year processed $94,556.40 for 248 participants
- Recommended implementation of Act 91 Tax Credit program offering up to $500 for active volunteer firefighters and EMS within Conshohocken, Plymouth, and Whitemarsh townships
- 2025-2026 budget projects a $4,289,356 deficit; closing it would require a 3.18% tax increase (0.817 mills) to a new rate of 26.495 mills plus $1,000,000 from fund balance
- Update on 2024-2025 budget comparisons for February 2025
HR Committee Meeting
This HR Committee meeting includes informational items on proposed employee recognition programs, an exit interview process for the 2025-26 school year, and the open enrollment period from April 28 to May 16, 2025. No formal decisions are being made; the items are presented for discussion and board awareness.
- Employee Recognition Program: new suggestions include peer nominations, handwritten thank-you notes, leadership lunches, and all-food day with health snacks or ice cream
- Exit Interviews: voluntary questionnaire process for all exiting employees in 2025-26, responses kept confidential in personnel files
- Open Enrollment: April 28–May 16, 2025 for healthcare changes effective July 1, 2025–June 20, 2026; waivers require proof of alternative coverage by May 16
- MCIU Education Job Fair: March 3, 2025 from 5–7 PM with district representatives attending
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will discuss an update on the CES Project and review bid results for the Phase 1 Roofing project. They will also receive a status update on future roofing projects. Public comments on the agenda are invited at the start and end of the meeting.
- CES Project Update – discussion item
- Bid Results – Phase 1 Roofing project (PW/RP/WE) – bid document attached
- Future Roofing Projects Status – discussion item
Board Business Meeting
The Colonial School District Board held a business meeting on February 20, 2025, approving multiple action items. Key decisions included the 2025-2026 MCIU Membership Services Budget, financial reports, the treasurer's report, the superintendent's personnel report, extracurricular contracts, and budgets for spring musicals at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School and Colonial Middle School.
- Approved 2025-2026 MCIU Membership Services Budget: Colonial's contribution $96,548 (increase of $3,862)
- Approved financial reports and Treasurer's Report for January 2025
- Approved personnel report and extracurricular contracts for February 2025
- Approved budgets and payments for PWHS spring musical 'Matilda' and CMS spring musical 'The Descendants'
- Approved Director of Technology Andrew Boegly to attend CoSN2025 conference in Seattle (3/31-4/2/2025)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee is reviewing the proposed MCIU Mandated Services Budget and budgets for spring musicals. The committee is also considering the refinancing of 2017A General Obligation Bonds and discussing a projected $4,289,356 deficit for the 2025-2026 budget.
- MCIU Proposed Mandated Services Budget: $2,107,175 total, with a Colonial School District contribution of $96,548
- Proposed refinancing of 2017A General Obligation Bonds
- Budgets for PWHS musical 'Matilda' and CMS musical 'The Descendants'
- 2025-2026 budget projection of a ($4,289,356) deficit
- Proposed 3.18% tax increase (.817 mills) to a rate of 26.495 and use of $1,000,000 Assigned Fund Balance
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
This is a committee meeting of the Colonial School District focusing on Community Relations, Student Life, Safety, and Wellness. Members will discuss three items: the Dreaming Forward Initiative, an updated online registration form, and an upcoming suicide prevention parent event. No decisions are scheduled; only discussion items are on the agenda.
- Discussion of the Dreaming Forward Initiative (presented by Dr. Figueroa-Douglas)
- Discussion of updated and improved online registration form
- Suicide prevention (QPR) parent event on February 18, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
The Curriculum Committee will hear a presentation on annual K-5 achievement and growth, discuss school improvement planning, review points of pride from elementary schools, and consider summer programs and a conference request for Drew Boegly.
- Annual Achievement and Growth (K-5 Presentation)
- School Improvement Planning
- Points of Pride from Conshohocken, Plymouth, Ridge Park, Whitemarsh & Colonial elementary schools
- Summer Academy
- Conference request for Drew Boegly to attend CoSN2025 in Seattle, Washington (3/31/2025-4/2/2025)
HR Committee Meeting
The HR Committee will meet to receive feedback regarding the Black Men in Education Convening Conference held November 21-23, 2024. The session includes presentations from district staff and teachers.
- Feedback on Black Men in Education Convening Conference 2024
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet on February 3, 2025, to discuss the CES renovation project update and the Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2026. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion and public comment.
- CES Renovation Update – January 2025 report
- Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2026 priority list
- Public comments on agenda items
- General public comments
Board Business Meeting
The Board of School Directors met to approve financial reports and treasurer's reports for November and December 2024. The board also voted to approve the January 2025 personnel report and extracurricular contracts. Additionally, the board resolved to adopt the PSBA's Principles for Governance and Leadership.
- Approval of financial reports for November and December 2024
- Approval of November and December 2024 Treasurer's Reports
- Approval of January 2025 Personnel Report
- Approval of January 2025 Extracurricular Contracts
- Adoption of PSBA's Principles for Governance and Leadership
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
The Curriculum Committee will discuss annual achievement data from CMS and PWHS, including presentations. They will also review a course of studies for PWHS and consider approving two conference trips for staff. Public comment will be heard on agenda items.
- Annual Achievement Reporting presentations from CMS and PWHS (PDF attached)
- Review of PWHS Course of Studies
- Conference approval for Beth Lynch and Dr. Melissa Figueroa Douglas to attend HBCU Fly-In in Atlanta, GA (Feb 17-19, 2025)
- Conference approval for Beth Lynch to attend George Mason Patriot Counselor Fly-In in Washington, DC (Mar 24-25, 2025)
- Public comment periods at start and end of meeting
Finance Committee Meeting
The Colonial School District Finance Committee is discussing a proposed transfer of $326,250 from the General Fund Unassigned to the Assigned Fund to comply with the state's 8% unassigned fund balance limit. The committee will also consider authorizing negotiations to renew the tax collector contract for Dominic Coccia at $6,500 per year through 2029. Information items include a December 2024 budget comparison and the 2025-2026 budget development, with projected wage increases of 2.18%, benefits up 3.52%, and health insurance premiums rising approximately 7%.
- Transfer of $326,250 from General Fund Unassigned to Assigned Fund to meet state 8% cap
- Authorization to negotiate renewal of tax collector contract with Dominic Coccia at $6,500/year through June 2029
- 2025-2026 wages projected to increase 2.18%, benefits up 3.52%
- PSERS contribution rate rising to 34.00% for 2025-2026
- BMSHIC health insurance premiums estimated to increase 7%