Douglas Comanzo

The meeting included updates and approvals related to financial reports, audit committee matters, and safety and security measures. Key discussion points included the approval of the 2025-26 District-Wide School Safety Plan, contributions to various reserve funds, and the designation of a voting delegate for the NYSSBA Convention. The board also addressed personnel and staffing matters, accepted bids for bus transportation and cleaning services, and received reports from the Executive Officer. Additionally, there was a presentation on safety and security updates, covering topics such as security team members, security projects, and future projects.

The strategic plan of Monroe 2--Orleans BOCES focuses on providing quality, cost-effective educational services in partnership with school districts and the community, emphasizing excellence and equity for all learners. The plan prioritizes customer satisfaction through prompt and responsive service, continuous improvement by adopting innovative practices, community collaboration to foster regional advancement, and effective resource management to enhance teaching and learning.

The meeting included administration of oath to board members and district superintendent, election of officers, and appointment of officers. The board approved various appointments for the 2025-26 school year, including the treasurer, assistant treasurer, clerk of the board, internal claims auditor, and others. Designations were made for official bank depositories and the official newspaper. Authorizations were approved for the district superintendent to certify payrolls and approve part-time personnel. The board also discussed the distribution of survey results to districts and approved the BOCES 2 United Professionals State Approved Teacher Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) Plan 2025-26. Additionally, they accepted a donation and approved a lease amendment with Roberts Wesleyan University.

The meeting focused on adopting Policy 4512 regarding extreme heat condition days for educational and support services spaces, as well as Policy 6415 concerning student cell phone use. The meeting was adjourned to an executive session.

The meeting included a Transitions Program overview, space information regarding Rochester Tech Park, and discussion of the 25-26 audit committee membership. Approvals were given for the 2025-26 Fair Share Lease Template, the 2025-26 Preschool Classroom Lease Template, and the Spencerport Village Plaza, LLC First Amendment to Lease Agreement. Funding was authorized for various reserve funds, including the Career Technical Education Equipment Reserve Fund, the Teachers' Retirement Contribution Reserve Sub-Fund, the Retirement Contribution Reserve Fund, the Insurance Reserve Fund, and the Liability Reserve Fund. The board also approved the Personnel and Staffing Agenda and agreements with several individuals for the period of July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Additionally, the board authorized Erie 1 BOCES to represent it in joint agreements for software/learning packages and licensing. Updates from Albany and BOCES were shared, and the meeting adjourned to an executive session to discuss the employment history of a particular person.