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June 12, 2023
30 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Bobby Bailey, Paul Hart, Mimi Larrivee, Shelli Pereira, Sara Rodrigues, Paul E. Coogan
Absent: Kevin Aguiar
During the meeting:
- Reconvened after executive session at 8:06 p.m.; absent: Aguiar, Bailey
- Bailey was recorded absent for 5 of the 30 votes
Every vote, in order
Approve the Minutes for the Instructional Subcommittee-05.01.23; Public Hearing-05.15.23; and the Regular School Committee Meeting-05.15.23
To approve the Minutes for the Instructional Subcommittee-05.01.23; Public Hearing-05.15.23; and the Regular School Committee Meeting-05.15.23.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To approve the Minutes for the Instructional Subcommittee-05.01.23; Public Hearing-05.15.23; and the Regular School Committee Meeting-05.15.23. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Aguiar).” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Approve ALL Travel Requests
To approve ALL Travel Requests.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To approve ALL Travel Requests. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Accept all donations
To accept all donations.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Ms. Rodrigues: To accept all donations. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Rodrigues)
Approve ALL Contracts except for the Babizon Lighting Company and the Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School contracts
To approve ALL Contracts except for the Babizon Lighting Company and the Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School contracts.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve ALL Contracts except for the Babizon Lighting Company and the Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School contracts. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Rodrigues)
Approve the Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School contract
To approve the Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School contract
Yes: Coogan, Hart, Larrivee, PereiraAbstained: Bailey, RodriguesAbsent: Aguiar
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To approve the Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School contract … 4 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); 2 Abstained(Bailey, Rodrigues); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Approve the Babizon Lighting Company contract
To approve the Babizon Lighting Company contract.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Ms. Larrivee: To approve the Babizon Lighting Company contract. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Larrivee)
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 consist
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 2023-2024 School Year.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: 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 2023-2024 School Year. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Approve the use of the former Durfee High School Music Wing at the Nagle Auditorium from the Massachusetts Massachusetts National Guard 215th Army Band from Jul
To approve the use of the former Durfee High School Music Wing at the Nagle Auditorium from the Massachusetts Massachusetts National Guard 215th Army Band from July 1, 2023 through December 31, 2024.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Mr. Hart : To approve the use of the former Durfee High School Music Wing at the Nagle Auditorium from the Massachusetts Massachusetts National Guard 215th Army Band from July 1, 2023 through December 31, 2024. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Hart)
Approve the addition of the policies referred by the Policy Subcommittee
Recommended by the Policy Subcommittee
To approve the addition of the policies referred by the Policy Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart -Ms. Pereira: To approve the addition of the policies referred by the Policy Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Pereira)
Approve the deletion of the following policies
Recommended by the Policy Subcommittee
To approve the deletion of the following policies as referred by the Policy Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee : To approve the deletion of the following policies as referred by the Policy Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Approve the updated policies
Recommended by the Policy Subcommittee
To approve the updated policies as referred by the Policy Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Larrivee-Ms. Pereira: To approve the updated policies as referred by the Policy Subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent (Absent); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Pereira)
Approve theDirector of Grant Programs Job Description
To approve theDirector of Grant Programs Job Description.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Mr. Bailey: To approve theDirector of Grant Programs Job Description. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Bailey)
Approve the Early College Coordinator/Counselor Job Description
To approve the Early College Coordinator/Counselor Job Description.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Mr. Bailey: To approve the Early College Coordinator/Counselor Job Description. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Bailey)
Approve theClerk-Special Education Department Job Description
Mr. Bailey-Ms. Pereira To approve theClerk-Special Education Department Job Description.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey-Ms. Pereira To approve theClerk-Special Education Department Job Description. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.”
Approve the Chief Officer of Special Education Compliance Job Description
To approve the Chief Officer of Special Education Compliance Job Description.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the Chief Officer of Special Education Compliance Job Description. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Rodrigues)
Approve the Specialized Programming Curriculum
To approve the Specialized Programming Curriculum.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Ms. Larrivee: To approve the Specialized Programming Curriculum. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; 2 were Absent(Aguiar, Bailey); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Larrivee)
Approve the Project Manager Technology Service Job Description
To approve the Project Manager Technology Service Job Description.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Mr. Hart: To approve the Project Manager Technology Service Job Description. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; 2 were Absent(Aguiar, Bailey).” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Hart)
Approve the District Employee Cell Phone Policy
To approve the District Employee Cell Phone Policy.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Larrivee: To approve the District Employee Cell Phone Policy. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; 2 were Absent(Aguiar, Bailey).” (Motion: Hart, second: Larrivee)
Approve the Security Cameras in Schools Policy
To approve the Security Cameras in Schools Policy.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Pereira: To approve the Security Cameras in Schools Policy. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; 2 were Absent(Aguiar, Bailey).” (Motion: Hart, second: Pereira)
Approve the VOIP Wireless Phone Purchase
To approve the VOIP Wireless Phone Purchase.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Pereira: To approve the VOIP Wireless Phone Purchase. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; 2 were Absent(Aguiar, Bailey).” (Motion: Hart, second: Pereira)
Approve the District Firewall Upgrade Purchase
To approve the District Firewall Upgrade Purchase.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey-Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the District Firewall Upgrade Purchase. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Rodrigues)
Approve the Nutrition Contract
To approve the Nutrition Contract.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Mr. Bailey: To approve the Nutrition Contract. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Bailey)
Approve the Supervisor of Utility Service Job Description
To approve the Supervisor of Utility Service Job Description.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Pereira: To approve the Supervisor of Utility Service Job Description. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, second: Pereira)
Approve the usage of the Durfee High School parking lot to hold the Fall River Drive-In Movie Night on August 25, 2023
To approve the usage of the Durfee High School parking lot to hold the Fall River Drive-In Movie Night on August 25, 2023.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Bailey-Ms. Pereira: To approve the usage of the Durfee High School parking lot to hold the Fall River Drive-In Movie Night on August 25, 2023. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Bailey, second: Pereira)
Accept and place the FYI portion of the agenda on file
To accept and place the FYI portion of the agenda on file.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee- Ms. Pereira: To accept and place the FYI portion of the agenda on file. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Pereira)
Enter into the executive session
To enter into the executive session.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Pereira-Mr. Bailey: To enter into the executive session. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Bailey)
Approve the Executive Session minutes for 05.15.23
To approve the Executive Session minutes for 05.15.23.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee–Mr. Bailey: To approve the Executive Session minutes for 05.15.23. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Bailey)
Approve the modifications to the Fall River Administrators Association contract and the Fall River Public Schools as negotiated
To approve the modifications to the Fall River Administrators Association contract and the Fall River Public Schools as negotiated.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee–Mr. Hart: To approve the modifications to the Fall River Administrators Association contract and the Fall River Public Schools as negotiated. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Hart)
Approve the lease agreement for 2501 South Main Street as negotiated
To approve the lease agreement for 2501 South Main Street as negotiated.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee–Ms. Rodrigues: To approve the lease agreement for 2501 South Main Street as negotiated. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Rodrigues)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Hart-Ms. Rodrigues: To adjourn. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Aguiar); Motion Passed.” (Motion: Hart, 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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