Bitterroot Valley Cooperative

The meeting featured a presentation from a staff representative regarding the transition to a four-day work week and adjustments to student evaluation schedules. Administrative actions included the approval of salary increases for administrative and office staff and the authorization to contract with an outside consultant for cooperative-wide behavioral support training. Additionally, the board selected a new chair for the upcoming school year and reviewed the schedule for future staff training sessions.

The board discussed several items related to the collective bargaining agreement. Key topics included the duration of the agreement, reaching a tentative agreement on a two-year term, and finalizing the calculation method for sick leave termination. There was a detailed discussion regarding the inclusion of calendars as a bargaining issue and the challenges of managing staff calendars across multiple districts. The board and the association negotiated base salary increases, resulting in a final offer from the cooperative of 1.75% for the first year and 1.25% for the second year.

The board meeting agenda focused on personnel matters including the introduction of a staff representative, new hires, and a revised job description for the CSCT Clinical Supervisor. Governance discussions included the second reading of a purchasing policy, the first reading of an internet use and safety policy, and budget revisions related to IDEA carryover funds. The board also addressed contractual amendments for the Suicide Prevention Grant, received an update on SITS, and reviewed requirements for CSCT participation in group-based programs.

The meeting focused on ongoing negotiations regarding open items, specifically the duration of the agreement, sick leave termination calculations, calendar issues related to bargaining, and base salary increases. The committee also aimed to confirm a date for the submission of final proposals.

The board meeting agenda focused on personnel matters including new hires and staff resignations, alongside the review of a letter of appreciation for a mental health therapist. Key policy discussions included the second reading of a travel policy revision and the first reading of a procurement card policy. Additionally, the board planned to consider a resolution regarding participation in the MPERA 475(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, receive updates on the Hamilton School District transition, review a collaboration survey for CSCT programs, discuss the suicide prevention and crisis response project, and evaluate a documentary showing. The meeting concluded with an executive session for the director's performance appraisal.