South Coast Educational Collaborative Minutes
The meeting addressed several key administrative and operational matters. Discussions included a review of the Financial Executive Summary, where concerns were raised regarding over-reliance on a few large accounts, and an update on the FY14 Business Plan/Budget, noting that student enrollment was below projections despite increased requests for consultation and staff development services. The Board approved new hires, several resignations, and two one-year leaves of absence. Regarding facilities, repairs and renovations for classroom space were reported as ongoing. A new SCEC/BU Administrators' Licensure program, expected to launch in January 2014, was unveiled, and updates were provided on affiliated doctoral and master's programs. The Board approved the Business Manager Job Description and authorized the Board Chair and Executive Director to sign documents related to a one million dollar line of credit agreement with Rockland Trust. Other topics included the need for middle school inclusive classroom space and discussions regarding the upcoming Union/Management contract negotiations.