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Mansfield School Committee - Budget Subcommittee meeting
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January 07, 2025 (� " CL [�"S OFF ICF
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Attendees: Steve Schoonveld, Lynn Cavicchi
Teresa Murphy, Ed Donoghue, Deb Scott 1l Jf IELQ
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Called to order at 5:30 p.m.
Approval of Minutes:
09-05-24 approved 2 - 0
11-19-24 approved 2 —0
FY26 Budget:
Discussed budget transparency. Reviewed Tri-Board recommendations. Discussed the idea of moving
textbooks and technology to capital. Ed reviewed possible bus contract restructuring plan and a new
overnight bus parking plan. Looking for savings by renegotiating the contract option year. Lynn and
Steve will send recommended changes to budget presentation. The group discussed the budget
narrative (cover sheet and possible letter.) The narrative will highlight our values, mission, policy
statement and district improvement plan. It will include historical data, enrollment and class size. We
anticipate a FAQ document. Lastly, the group discussed additional reductions and impact to personnel.
Ed also noted fuel cost savings already with the new high school boiler. Savings with the new QMS
boiler will be determined over the next few months. He reviewed circuit breaker use, revolving fund use
and balances.
Fall town meeting: 1-9-25
Town Budget sub: 1-13-25
Tri-Board: 1-26-25
Additional subcommittee questions and comments: None
Other items within 48 hours: None
Adjourned at 7:05 PM
Respectfully Submitted,
Steve Schoonveld, Chair School Committee