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COLCHESTER BOARD OF EDUCATION
Colchester, Connecticut
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
BOE Special Meeting 6:00PM
MINUTES
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Mary Tomasi, Vice Chair Chris McGlynn, Amy Domeika,
Jessica Morozowich, Joanne Rose, Suesen Hickey (joined at 6:35PM)
ADMINISTRATION PRESENT: Superintendent Jeffrey Burt, Director of Teaching and
Learning Dr. Charles Hewes, Bacon Academy Principal Matthew Peel, William J. Johnston
principal Chris Bennett, Jack Jackter Intermediate School Principal Elise Butson, Colchester
Elementary School Principal Judy O’Meara, Director of Human Resources Shannon Ramsby,
Director of Digital Learning and Innovation Darren Smith, Director of Educational Operations
Mario Hurtado, Director of Pupil Services and Special Education Kathleen Perry, Chief Financial
Officer Maggie Cosgrove
OTHERS PRESENT: Board of Finance Liaison Michael Egan
1. MEETING OPENING
Chair Tomasi called the meeting to order at 6:00PM.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
3. *PRIORITY DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
3.1 2021-2022 Budget Discussion
Superintendent Burt presented possible reductions to the proposed budget in the amount of
$275,000, as requested by the Board of Finance. While the Esser III, American Recovery
Plan Act (ARPA) funding allocations will be sent to Districts next week, the
Superintendent shared that some technology improvements may be covered by those
funds. Discussion ensued on the Capital Reserve fund, Capital Outlay, and Technology
Supplies. Information Technology expenses to be covered under Federal funding are
proposed, pending guidance from the State on use of funds.
One expense that we are certain will be covered by the ARPA grant is HVAC
replacements/repairs to improve air quality in our schools. Coverage of these expenses by
federal grants will allow the District to allocate funds toward other initiatives, including
preventative maintenance to avoid costlier repair in the future. Of note is the roof at Bacon
Academy; Principal Peel and Director of Educational Operations Mario Hurtado shared
that substantial repair is necessary.
The BOE was in agreement that the proposed reductions are acceptable.
No action taken.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
5. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:49PM.