Park West School Division

The board approved a long-term promissory note in the amount of $572,600 from the Province of Manitoba to finance roof top unit replacements at Major Pratt School and a modular classroom unit at Miniota School. Additionally, the board conducted an in-camera session to discuss personnel, finance, and trustee concerns, and approved a recommendation regarding the carryover of a 17% surplus budget from Hamiota Collegiate.

The meeting featured a presentation on transportation by external guests and included several in-camera sessions to discuss personnel matters, committee reports, and trustee concerns. The board approved multiple motions regarding accounts payable and payroll for various periods between December 2022 and March 2023. Additionally, the board accepted proposed changes to the unanimous members agreement for the Park West Fiber Optic Co-op Ltd. and authorized following the Manitoba School Boards Association recommendation regarding a specific personnel matter.

The board agenda covered several key operational and administrative topics. Discussion items included the Superintendent's report regarding the cancellation of the Health Care Aide program, the resumption of Grade 12 Provincial Tests for the upcoming academic year, and a schedule of future administrative meetings. The Secretary-Treasurer provided updates on financial matters, including compensation disclosure, investment portfolio follow-ups, accounting software evaluation, cyber insurance applications, and capital project reporting.

The board meeting included a presentation regarding the Major Pratt Gym Blast. The Board held an in-camera session to discuss personnel, finance, and other matters. During the public session, the Board approved the recommendation to carry forward 10% of the surplus budget for Major Pratt School.

The board meeting involved discussions held during an in-camera session regarding personnel and other administrative matters. The meeting was concluded with an agreement to reconvene in regular session at a later date.