Linda Dickey

The meeting featured the Pittsford Pride Award ceremony, which recognizes students who consistently demonstrate kindness, resilience, empathy, and integrity within their school communities. Nominations were read for several students from various district schools, highlighting their individual contributions, leadership roles, and positive impacts on their peers and school environments. The session included the presentation of certificates and recognition to the award recipients.

The committee reviewed the AOC charter and selected a new chairperson. The Claims Auditor reported no significant concerns or fraud, noting only minor findings that have since been corrected. The internal audit focused on payroll, with recommendations to improve processes through automation, and identified future areas of focus. An external audit overview for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, resulted in a clean, unqualified opinion with no material weaknesses or significant deficiencies. The audit highlighted the district's strong financial management, healthy reserve fund usage, and realistic budgeting, while providing procedural recommendations regarding payroll analysis, financial software implementation, and security. Informational items regarding upcoming audit dates, training, and corrective action plans were also reviewed.

The board discussed key administrative and financial matters, including human resource reports, updates on the Universal Free Meal Program, and a presentation on the Monroe One BOCES services. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the presentation and adoption of the 2026-2027 proposed district budget, covering guidelines, revenue sources, state aid projections, and tax levy increases. The board also addressed various financial items such as the acceptance of the internal audit report, property tax report card resolutions, and the approval of capital construction project change orders. Additional topics included field trip approvals, policy reviews, and gifts to the district.

This document outlines a comprehensive long-range capital plan focusing on 'Bringing Buildings to Life' through significant investments in facilities. It details a Building Condition Survey (BCS) process, including physical exploration, document review, personal interviews, and analysis, to generate detailed cost estimates for various elementary, middle, and high schools. Key focus areas for improvements across the district include mental health facilities, secure entry points, updated science rooms, guidance offices, kitchens, cafeterias, libraries, and critical infrastructure upgrades such as generators, ventilation, HVAC systems, and water lines. The plan emphasizes active involvement and collaboration among the Board of Education, Facilities Team, District Planning Team, and Building Teams, with financial considerations being a core component to guide the direction and development of building plans.

The Pittsford Central School District is initiating a comprehensive 5-year strategic planning process to define its future direction. Key focus areas include gathering extensive community feedback, engaging leadership, establishing clear mission, vision, values, and priorities, and ensuring long-term fiscal responsibility with infrastructure planning. The plan aims to strengthen programs, foster academic excellence, promote inclusivity, address evolving student needs, and maintain robust governance and accountability for sustained educational quality and facility enhancements.