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May 9, 2022
32 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: On the roll call to enter executive session, the minutes list Ms. Larrivee twice and leave out Ms. Rodrigues; the count shows every member present voted yes.
Present: Kevin Aguiar, Bobby Bailey, Sara Rodrigues, Paul Hart, Paul E. Coogan, Mimi Larrivee
Absent: Shelli Pereira
During the meeting:
- Reconvened after executive session at 9:29 p.m.; absent: Pereira
- Bailey was recorded absent for 1 of the 32 votes
Every vote, in order
Citizens’ Input
To Waive Citizens’ Input rules.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To Waive Citizens’ Input rules. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Approval of Minutes
To approve the minutes from the Special Meeting of the School Committee 03.14.22, Regular School Committee Meeting 03.14.22, Joint Meeting of the City Council and School Committee 04.07.22 and the Public Hearing 04.11.22.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the minutes from the Special Meeting of the School Committee 03.14.22, Regular School Committee Meeting 03.14.22, Joint Meeting of the City Council and School Committee 04.07.22 and the Public Hearing 04.11.22. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Rodrigues)
Travel Requests
To approve all Travel Requests.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Mr. Bailey: To approve all Travel Requests. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Bailey)
Donations
To accept all donations.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Mr. Bailey: To accept all donations. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Bailey)
Contracts
To approve all contracts.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey-Ms. Larrivee: To approve all contracts. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Larrivee)
Grants
To approve all grants.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve all grants. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Rodrigues)
School Choice for out-of-district students in grades 6-12 and non-resident students in grades K-5 for the Fall River Public School employees consistent with the Collective bargaining Agreement for the 2022-2023 School Year
To approve the School Choice for out-of-district students in grades 6-12 and non-resident students in grades K-5 for the Fall River Public School employees consistent with the Collective bargaining Agreement for the 2022-2023 School Year.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Mr. Bailey: To approve the School Choice for out-of-district students in grades 6-12 and non-resident students in grades K-5 for the Fall River Public School employees consistent with the Collective bargaining Agreement for the 2022-2023 School Year. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Bailey)
Agreement approval for the South Coast Educational Collaborative
Having read the South Coast Educational Collaborative Agreement, we vote to reaffirm our request that the Fall River School District join the South Coast Education Collaborative as a member, with full benefits, privileges, and responsibilities and subject to the terms and conditions of the Collaborative Agreement, approval by the Department of Education and subject to the applicable rules and regulations. That the Chairman of this School Committee is authorized, on behalf of the Committee, to execute all appropriate documentation to consummate the Committee’s decision and that the Superintendent of Schools is appointed as the district’s representative on the Collaborative Board.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Mr. Hart: Having read the South Coast Educational Collaborative Agreement, we vote to reaffirm our request that the Fall River School District join the South Coast Education Collaborative as a member, with full benefits, privileges, and responsibilities and subject to the terms and conditions of the Collaborative Agreement, approval by the Department of Education and subject to the applicable rules and regulations. That the Chairman of this School Committee is authorized, on behalf of the Committee, to execute all appropriate documentation to consummate the Committee’s decision and that the Superintendent of Schools is appointed as the district’s representative on the Collaborative Board. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Hart)
Fall River Youth Soccer Association
Recommended by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
To approve the fall River Youth Soccer Association contract for one year as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrive: To approve the fall River Youth Soccer Association contract for one year as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Traffic Concerns at the Letourneau Elementary School
Recommended by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
To approve and address the Traffic concerns at the Letourneau Elementary School as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee–Mr. Bailey: To approve and address the Traffic concerns at the Letourneau Elementary School as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Bailey)
The Community Facilitator job description
To approve the Community Facilitator job description.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart–Mr. Bailey: To approve the Community Facilitator job description. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Bailey)
Student Support Specialist job description
To table the Student Support Specialist job description.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr.Hart–Ms. Larrivee: To table the Student Support Specialist job description. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Technology Salary Matrix
Recommended by the Technology Subcommittee
To approve the Technology Salary Matrix as referred by the Technology Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart –Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the Technology Salary Matrix as referred by the Technology Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Rodrigues)
FY2022 One-time Assistance for districts with Pandemic-Related enrollment disruptions impacting Chapter 70 Aid in the amount of $1,267,376
To accept the FY2022 One-time Assistance funds for districts with Pandemic-Related enrollment disruptions impacting Chapter 70 Aid in the amount of $1,267,376.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Rodrigues: To accept the FY2022 One-time Assistance funds for districts with Pandemic-Related enrollment disruptions impacting Chapter 70 Aid in the amount of $1,267,376. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Rodrigues)
To spend the $1,267,376 funds on the Durfee Athletic fields.
Yes: Aguiar, RodriguesNo: Bailey, Coogan, Hart, LarriveeAbsent: Pereira
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Ms. Rodrigues: To spend the $1,267,376 funds on the Durfee Athletic fields. … 2 were in favor; 4 were opposed (Bailey, Hart, Larrivee, Mayor Coogan); 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Failed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Rodrigues)
To table the spending of the $1,267,376 one-time funds.
Yes: Aguiar, Bailey, Larrivee, RodriguesNo: Coogan, HartAbsent: Pereira
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey-Ms. Rodrigues: To table the spending of the $1,267,376 one-time funds. … 4 were in favor; 2 were opposed(hart, Mayor Coogan); 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Rodrigues)
Educational Opportunities for Children in Foster Care
To approve/adopt the Updated language on the following policies-
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To approve/adopt the Updated language on the following policies- … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
The Naming Renaming Committee members
To table the Naming Renaming Committee members.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Ms. Larrivee: To table the Naming Renaming Committee members. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Larrivee)
Laborer Job Description
Recommended by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
To approve the Laborer’s Job Description as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Mr. Bailey: To approve the Laborer’s Job Description as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Bailey)
Facility School Use
Recommended by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
To approve the Facility School Use as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the Facility School Use as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Rodrigues)
To allow the administration to solicit bid for a 5 year contract for the Operation and management of the School Food Service Program
Recommended by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
To approve and allow the administration to solicit bids for a 5 year contract for the Operation and Management of the School Food Service Program as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To approve and allow the administration to solicit bids for a 5 year contract for the Operation and Management of the School Food Service Program as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
To allow the administration to solicit bid for a 5 year contract for the HVAC Maintenance & Control Support Services
Recommended by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
To approve and allow the administration to solicit bids for a 5 year contract for the HVAC Maintenance & Control Support Services as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Mr. Bailey: To approve and allow the administration to solicit bids for a 5 year contract for the HVAC Maintenance & Control Support Services as referred by the Facilities and Operations Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Bailey)
The spending of $1.4M Appropriation
Amendment to authorize the spending of $2,298,381 on the Durfee Athletic fields pending the City Council approval.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Ms. Larrivee: Amendment to authorize the spending of $2,298,381 on the Durfee Athletic fields pending the City Council approval. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Larrivee)
Transfer
To approve the Budget Transfer.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the Budget Transfer. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Rodrigues)
Year-to-Date Budget Report
To approve the Year-to-Date Budget Report.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the Year-to-Date Budget Report. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; 2 were Absent (Bailey,Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Rodrigues)
For Your Information
To accept and place 13.1, 13.2 and 13.3 portions of the agenda on file.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To accept and place 13.1, 13.2 and 13.3 portions of the agenda on file. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
To accept and place 13.4 portion of the agenda on file.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To accept and place 13.4 portion of the agenda on file. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Request for Executive Session
To enter into the executive session.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Rodrigues: To enter into the executive session. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Pereira); Motion Passed (8:32pm).” (Motion: Hart, second: Rodrigues)
After the executive session
To approve the Executive Session minutes for 04.11.22 Regular Meeting of the School Committee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart–Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the Executive Session minutes for 04.11.22 Regular Meeting of the School Committee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent ( Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Rodrigues)
To approve the modified contract with Charisse Taylor, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and Strategic Integration and the Fall River Public Schools as negotiated.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart–Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the modified contract with Charisse Taylor, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and Strategic Integration and the Fall River Public Schools as negotiated. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent ( Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Rodrigues)
To approve the contract between the Fall River Educators Association and the Fall River Public Schools as negotiated.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart–Mr. Bailey: To approve the contract between the Fall River Educators Association and the Fall River Public Schools as negotiated. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent ( Pereira); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Bailey)
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Ms. Rodrigues: To adjourn. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent ( Pereira); Motion Passed (9:32pm).” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Rodrigues)
From the Fall River School Committee’s official approved minutes: January 2022 to January 2023 from the district’s BoardDocs site, and later meetings from the district’s School Committee minutes folder, which the district links from its School Committee portal. Every vote in these minutes is a roll call with each member named; we check every count against the names and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Photos are newer, not from 2022–2023: Mayor Coogan from the City of Fall River (fallriverma.gov); Kevin Aguiar from the Fall River School Committee’s member page (fallriverschools.org); Paul Hart from the City of Fall River’s official member photo (fallriverma.gov); Sara Rodrigues from Fall River Reporter (June 2024 interview); Shelli Pereira from a Fall River Community Media candidate video (YouTube); Mimi Larrivee from People Incorporated (peopleincfr.org); Bobby Bailey from a Fall River Community Media video (YouTube). Tom Khoury, Collin Dias, Emanuel Moniz, Ana C. Riley and Shanell Stewart: from the Fall River School Committee’s member page (district portal).
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