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Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School, MA

Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School public meetings in 2023

12 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 6, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee approves two new READS Collaborative member districts

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and vote on admitting Brockton Public Schools and Whitman-Hanson Regional School District as new READS Collaborative member districts effective July 1, 2024. The agenda also includes informational items on retirements, a cellphone use pilot grant, and various student achievements.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. AUDIENCES AND COMMUNICATIONS — Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of November 1, 2023.
5 yea
Louis Borges, Jr yea · Estele C. Borges yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the admittance of the Brockton Public Schools District and the Whitman-Hanson Regional School District as new READS Collaborative Member Districts effective July 1, 2024.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed Nov 1, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee votes to seek state approval for $305.6M bond

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School District School Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and vote on a resolution to file an application with the Massachusetts Municipal Finance Oversight Board to qualify a $305,567,432 school project loan under Chapter 70B bonds. The committee also discusses announcements, committee reports, and superintendent updates.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. AUDIENCES AND COMMUNICATIONS — Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 4, 2023.
5 yea
Louis Borges, Jr yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea
9. ADJOURNMENT — A. State Qualified Bonds - VOTE
5 yea
Louis Borges, Jr yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Louis Borges, Jr yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea
Wed Oct 4, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee approves improvement plan, out-of-district student, FY23 budget closeout

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Committee met on October 4, 2023, and took several actions. They approved the 2023-2024 District/School Improvement Plan, accepted an out-of-district student, and accepted the FY23 budget closeout with unexpended funds to replenish the Excess and Deficiency Fund. The committee also approved minutes from previous meetings and received informational reports.

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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 6, 2023.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the Personnel Subcommittee meeting of September 6, 2023.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
4. AUDIENCES AND COMMUNICATIONS — Motion to approve the minutes of the Special School Committee Meeting of September 21, 2023.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to accept the 2023-2024 District/School Improvement Plan as presented.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to accept out of District student Adin Smith.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to accept the end of FY23 summary as presented with the understanding that unexpended funds will remain in the General Fund balance to replenish the Excess and Deficiency (E & D) Fund.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed Sep 6, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee to review improvement plan, hear opening reports

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the superintendent on school opening and related topics, and review the 2023-2024 District/School Improvement Plan for the first time. The agenda is largely informational, with no major votes or contracts listed.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. AUDIENCES AND COMMUNICATIONS — Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of August 2, 2023.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed Aug 2, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee approves handbooks, admission policy, and teacher agreement

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School District School Committee met on August 2, 2023, and voted on several action items. The committee approved changes to multiple handbooks, the 2024 Admission Policy, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Bristol-Plymouth Teacher's Association. They also approved allowing Dr. Magalhaes to serve on the PCC Board of Directors and appointed delegates for the MASC/MASS Joint Conference.

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🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. AUDIENCES AND COMMUNICATIONS — Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of June 7, 2023.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to accept the changes to the 2023-2024 Student-Parent Handbook as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to accept the changes to the 2024 Admission Policy, including the additional small changes on page 6, as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to accept the changes to the 2023-2024 Athletics Handbook as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to accept the changes to the 2023-2024 Early Childhood Education Center Handbook as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to accept the changes to the 2023-2024 Post-Secondary Dental Assisting Program Handbook as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
8. NEW BUSINESS — Motion to accept the changes to the 2023-2024 Practical Nurse Program Student Handbook as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to allow Dr. Magalhaes to participate on the Project Contemporary Competitiveness (PCC) Board of Directors.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to appoint Mark A. Dangoia as the MASC/MASS Joint Conference Delegate.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to appoint Richard J. Spada, Jr. as the MASC/MASS Joint Conference Alternate.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the Bristol-Plymouth Teacher's Association Memorandum of Agreement as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
9. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to approve the changes to the 2023-2024 Teacher Handbook as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed Jun 7, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee approves union agreements and MSBA building specs

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and vote on several action items. Key decisions include approving collective bargaining agreements with two unions, allowing the superintendent to serve on the READS Collaborative board, skipping the July meeting, and approving proprietary specifications for the MSBA building project. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategies.

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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of May 3, 2023.
5 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
4. AUDIENCES AND COMMUNICATIONS — Motion to approve the minutes of the School Choice Public Hearing of May 3, 2023.
5 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to allow Dr. Magalhaes to serve as the Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School District representative on the Board of Directors of READS Collaborative.
5 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to skip the regular meeting of July 5, 2023.
5 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the proprietary specification items as detailed in the five letters provided to the Committee, in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30, §39M(b).
5 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
9. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to approve the Bristol-Plymouth Administrators' Association and the AFSCME Council No. 93, Local 1701 Memorandum of Agreements as presented.
5 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
5 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed May 3, 2023

SCHOOL CHOICE PUBLIC HEARING

School choice participation hearing for 2023/2024

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School District is holding a public hearing to discuss School Choice participation for the 2023/2024 school year. The agenda includes a call to order, new business, and adjournment, with the main item being an information item on School Choice participation.

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Wed May 3, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee votes to skip School Choice and approve bond notes

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and vote on two key items: not participating in the School Choice Program for 2023-2024, and approving bond notes awarded to J.P. Morgan Securities LLC at a 5% interest rate. The agenda also includes informational reports from the superintendent on topics like graduation, SEL classes, and student conference results.

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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the minutes of the Budget Subcommittee meeting of March 14, 2023.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the Budget Public Hearing of March 15, 2023.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 15, 2023.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to not participate in the School Choice Program for the 2023-2024 school year.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
9. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to approve the votes prepared by Bond Counsel to the District, in the form presented to this meeting, which votes, among other things, make the formal award of the notes to…
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed Mar 15, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee approves FY24 budget and 2023-2024 calendar

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Committee met on March 15, 2023, and voted to approve the FY24 budget, an amended READS Collaborative Agreement, and the 2023-2024 school calendar. The committee also received reports on student activities, SkillsUSA and BPA results, and budget subcommittee updates. The meeting included approval of minutes from February 1, 2023, and a letter from the Groton Select Board was noted.

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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. AUDIENCES AND COMMUNICATIONS — Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of February 1, 2023.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
8. NEW BUSINESS — Motion to approve the FY24 Budget as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the Amended READS Collaborative Agreement as presented.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
9. ADJOURNMENT — Motion to approve the 2023-2024 school calendar as presented.
12 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea · Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed Mar 15, 2023

PUBLIC HEARING - FY2024 BUDGET

Public hearing on FY2024 budget for Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School District is holding a public hearing on its FY2024 budget. The agenda includes a report from the superintendent on the budget and a call to order, followed by adjournment. No specific budget figures are provided in the agenda.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed Feb 1, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

School committee approves bond notes with 4.5% interest rate

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Committee met on February 1, 2023, and approved the formal award of notes to BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC, with a 4.5% interest rate, as determined in a competitive sale on January 25, 2023. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 4, 2023 meeting and received informational reports on various topics including the athletic director's report, DECA District Conference, freshmen placement, admissions night, graduation, a grant, and B-P News.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. AUDIENCES AND COMMUNICATIONS — Motion to approve the minutes of the regular and reorganization meeting of January 4, 2023.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the votes prepared by Bond Counsel to the District, in the form presented to this meeting, which votes, among other things, make the formal award of the notes to the purchaser, BNY…
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
Estele C. Borges yea · James W. Clark yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Wed Jan 4, 2023

SCHOOL COMMITTEE REGULAR AND REORGANIZATION MEETING

School committee reorganizes, approves borrowing, Freetown enrollment

The Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Committee held its reorganization meeting, electing officers and appointing district officials. The committee also approved routine items including meeting minutes, a student activity accounts policy, the FY22 audit, and authorization for the treasurer to borrow funds in anticipation of revenue. A notable action was accepting up to 15 non-member students from the Town of Freetown, with tuition based on DESE per-pupil costs and transportation provided by Freetown.

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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to appoint Louis Borges, Jr. as Chair
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to appoint George L. Randall, III as Vice Chair
6 yea
Louis Borges, Jr yea · James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to appoint Denise Murphy as District Treasurer
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to appoint Alexandre Magalhaes, Superintendent-Director, as the District Clerk/Secretary
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to appoint Louis Borges, Jr., Chair, as the Assistant Treasurer
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to appoint Tracy Costa as the Recording Secretary
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
B. Treasurer's provision to borrow monies
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
2. ANNOUNCEMENTS
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of December 7, 2022.
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the minutes of the policy subcommittee meeting of December 7, 2022.
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
8. NEW BUSINESS — Motion to approve Policy JJF - Student Activity Accounts as presented and remove the old Policy DH.
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to approve the FY22 Audit as presented.
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to allow 25 students from Freetown to attend Bristol-Plymouth.
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
6 yea
James W. Clark yea · Mark A. Dangoia yea · Edward F. Dutra, Jr yea · Timothy J. Holick yea · George L. Randall, III yea · Richard J. Spada, Jr yea