Kathy Burke

The primary discussion point was the review and subsequent action on the minutes from the previous Building Committee Meeting held on January 21, 2026. The meeting was adjourned shortly after this action.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. Key agenda items included a student report and a presentation of the ARHS Library Media Center Design Plans by Silver Petrucelli. Following the presentation, the Board voted to approve the ARHS LMC Design Plans. The Superintendent and Chairman provided their respective reports. The Board then entered an executive session, anticipated for the Superintendent's Mid-Year Review, and later adjourned the meeting after addressing the topic of items for the next regular meeting agenda.

The agenda for the Special Meeting includes calling the meeting to order, the pledge of allegiance, a recess, and a student report. Key discussion and action items involve the presentation and possible approval of the ARHS Library Media Center Design Plans. Other items include the Superintendent's Report, the Chairman's Report, the anticipated Superintendent Mid-Year Review (anticipated Executive Session), and a public comment period limited to noticed agenda items.

Key discussions during the meeting included recognition for the CAPSS Superintendent Student Award recipients. Public comments addressed concerns about using Artificial Intelligence for grading and a request for partnership with Amity Travel Youth Basketball for facility use. In committee reports, the Finance section featured a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2025 Audit Reports and action was taken to accept the Annual Financial Statements for the period ending June 30, 2025. Furthermore, the Board authorized the Superintendent of Schools to reduce the March Allocation payment to member towns by a total of $898,605. Several budget transfers related to special education services and the purchase of a CNC Maker Fab router were approved. Finally, Policy 6111 School Calendar underwent its second read and was approved.

The agenda for the Amity Regional Board of Education Regular Meeting on February 9, 2026, includes several key items. Discussions will cover a Middle School Schedule Presentation, and a detailed presentation and discussion regarding the Superintendent's Proposed 2026-2027 Budget. Committee reports will be provided for ACES, Ad Hoc School Start Time, CABE, Communications, Curriculum, District Health and Safety, and District Technology. Further reports include updates on Facilities and Finance, with the latter featuring a discussion of Monthly Financial Statements and Director of Finance and Administration Approved Transfers Under $3,000. A Personnel Report is also slated for review. New business and announcements, as well as items for the next meeting agenda, conclude the session.