Kathy Dzewaltowski, observer
Work session:
The architects for the MHS construction project presented the schematic design plans to the board. The plans call for relocating the library to B-Hall, relocating the cafeteria to D-Hall, and then repurposing the library and cafeteria spaces. The plans show new additions on the east and north sides of the building, with some additional infill in other locations. Moving the library and cafeteria will require design changes to the HVAC system at a cost of approximately $1.3 million, out of the $5 million budgeted for updating the HVAC. The architects also presented "paneling" options for exterior materials which are available in a variety of finishes.
Regular meeting:
The Budget Advisory Committee has been meeting to develop recommendations for budget cuts due to decreases in state funding. The committee will present its recommendations to the superintendent the end of February, and the recommendations will come before the board on March 24.
The board received an update on the review process for selecting new math curriculum for grades K-5. A committee has been reviewing four program options and is on schedule to make a recommendation to the board in April about which program to select.
The board returned to the discussion of the MHS schematic design. The item was scheduled for a final action vote, even though the work session had been the first time the board had seen the schematic design, and the board had not taken a first action vote previously. Pete Paukstelis was concerned about providing the public with the opportunity to comment on the design for such a large project before taking final action. Other board members felt that the board had provided opportunities for the public to attend meetings and comment if there was interest. Several board members commented that they were pleased with the design and thought it was phenomenal. The board approved the schematic design 6-0.
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