Scott M. Beattie

The meeting included the recognition of the class valedictorian and salutatorian, the approval of several tenure appointments for district staff, and the approval of various consent agenda items, including financial reports, bid awards for food and supplies, and service contracts for the upcoming school year. Personnel actions such as substitute appointments, a probationary appointment, and a parental leave request were approved. The Board adopted a SEQRA determination for a capital outlay project, authorized emergency funding for bus radio replacements, approved the destruction of old ballots, and accepted the results of the annual budget vote and election. Additionally, the Board accepted various special education recommendations.

The Board of Education meeting included community recognition for retired school bus drivers and a presentation on the state of the high school building. Key actions involved the approval of various agreements, including a capital improvement project with King & King Architects, a student assistant program, classroom leases, and legal services. The Board also addressed personnel items such as a retirement and several resignations, along with the appointment of new substitute staff. Furthermore, the Board accepted donations from the Broome County Council of Churches and the Miller Auto Team, approved funding for collective bargaining unit agreements, authorized participation in the RIC One Risk Operations Center, and enrolled in the NYCLASS investment program. Special education recommendations were adopted, and the Board held an executive session to discuss a legal matter and tenure recommendations.

This document outlines the budget development process for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, detailing a schedule for reviews and approvals. It addresses potential revenue sources, including state aid, and identifies financial uncertainties. The plan presents recommendations for managing the tax levy limit, utilizing appropriated reserves, and budgeting for anticipated increases in state aid such as Pre-K expansion and Foundation Aid. Additionally, it proposes strategies for closing expenditure gaps through staffing adjustments to ensure fiscal responsibility and support the district's mission and vision.

The Board of Education meeting included several community recognitions for school district staff and students, including awards for spelling bee champions and contributions from parent volunteers. The Board received reports on the state of district buildings and a budget workshop. Actions taken included the adoption of a policy regarding extreme heat days, the acceptance of a financial donation for materials and supplies, and the formal acceptance of results from a capital project vote. Additionally, the Board authorized the issuance of bonds and the use of capital reserve funds for a major capital improvement project, approved a collective bargaining agreement with school-related professionals, and awarded contracts for the capital project. Personnel actions, including a teacher resignation and various appointments, were finalized, and recommendations from the Committee on Special Education were accepted.

The meeting commenced with opening items and included a public hearing regarding a capital project. Several community members and groups from Bell Elementary were recognized for outstanding dedication, service, sustainability initiatives, and achievements, including a PTO member, a Girl Scout troop, the school secretary, an aide, Spelling Bee champions, and Student Council Officers. Reports and presentations covered the State of the Arts and Budget Workshop #3. The consent agenda included the approval of the consent agenda itself, acceptance of the Budget Transfer Report and Treasurer's Report for January 2026, approval of a lease agreement for a Visions FCU ATM, approval of a consulting agreement with Benefit Advisors, LLC, and approval of requests to declare school property worthless. The Superintendent's report addressed various items including the NYSCOSS Winter Institute and data reports. Discussions involved BOCES BOE Candidate Letters. Personnel items included the approval of a 2025-2026 coaching appointment (Modified Boys Tennis), additions to the substitute list, approval of Student Assistant appointments, and the acceptance of resignations for two Bus Drivers. The appointment of a Varsity Flag Football Assistant Coach was rescinded. New business involved the approval of the 2026-2027 school calendar, the purchase of Audio Enhancement Systems for Bell Elementary using SMART Schools Bond Act funds, and the acceptance of three separate donations from the Broome County Farm Bureau, Inc., The Community Foundation for the South Central NY, Inc., and Visions Federal Credit Union. Special Education items involved the approval of 504, CPSE, and CSE recommendations from various dates in February and March. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss personnel matters and collective bargaining.