Ann Arbor Public Schools public meetings in 2021

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will vote on several capital improvement contracts totaling over $4 million, including roof repairs and solar array installations at multiple schools, theater seating at Pioneer High School, and a technology infrastructure refresh. The board will also hear the annual student enrollment report and capital program report.

• Approve $1,656,147 roof repair/replacement at King, Mitchell, Pattengill, Pioneer, Westerman
• Approve $801,348 rooftop solar array installations at Pioneer High and Westerman Preschool
• Approve $465,738 theater seating purchase and installation at Pioneer High School
• Approve $1,009,181.51 technology refresh for infrastructure storage solution
• Approve three-year civil engineering services contracts (amount not specified)

The Board approved several contracts for school infrastructure, including roof replacements, solar installations, and theater seating. It also authorized a technology infrastructure storage solution and approved the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Approved civil engineering contracts with Midwestern Consulting, LLC, OHM Advisors, and Spalding DeDecker (7-0)
• Approved $1,656,147 contract to Bloom Roofing for roof work at five schools (7-0)
• Approved $801,348 contract to Homeland Builders for solar arrays at Pioneer High School and Westerman Preschool (7-0)
• Approved $465,738 purchase of theater seating from The Irwin Seating Company for Pioneer High School (7-0)
• Approved contract not to exceed $1,009,181.51 to Sentinel Technologies for storage solution (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 8, 2021 Regular Meeting (7-0)
• Approved Board Meeting Schedule for January-June 2022 (7-0)

3:30 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The AAPS Performance Committee will discuss a draft of the Fall 2021 Student Enrollment Annual Report. The committee will also confirm the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and hear public comments, including on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan.

• Fall 2021 Student Enrollment Annual Report - Draft (discussion)

The committee confirmed the meeting agenda and reviewed the draft Fall 2021 Student Enrollment Annual Report presented by Dan Berger and Dawn Linden. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Confirmed agenda and previous meeting minutes

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The committee will discuss a construction industry outlook presented by Gilbane and the 2021 Annual Update of the Capital Improvement Program. They will also review minutes from the June 25, 2021 meeting and hear public commentary. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Review of minutes from the June 25, 2021 meeting
• Construction industry outlook update by Stephanie Corona of Gilbane
• Capital Improvement Program 2021 Annual Update by Emile Lauzzana
• Public commentary on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan
• Discussion of next steps for bond projects

The committee met electronically to review the agenda and previous minutes. The session included a construction industry outlook update provided by Stephanie Corona of Gilbane. No substantive decisions were recorded.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held moments of silence for two students and the Oxford High School tragedy, heard public commentary, and approved the purchase and installation of two dishwashers at Pioneer and Skyline High Schools for $132,540. The board also discussed first briefings on civil engineering services, roof repairs at five schools, rooftop solar arrays, theater seating at Pioneer, and a technology refresh.

• Moment of silence for Pioneer student Jaheim Lewis and Huron student Juan Jose Ramirez
• Moment of silence for the four victims of the Oxford High School shooting
• Approved $132,540 dishwasher replacement at Pioneer and Skyline High Schools
• First briefing on 2022 roof repair/replacement at King, Mitchell, Pattengill, Pioneer, and Westerman
• First briefing on rooftop solar array installations at Pioneer High School and Westerman Preschool

The Board approved the purchase and installation of two dishwashing machines for Pioneer and Skyline High Schools. Other actions included approving previous meeting minutes and a donation of air purifiers. Several facility and technology projects were discussed during briefings but not decided.

• Approved $132,540 for dishwasher replacements at Pioneer and Skyline High Schools (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 17, 2021 Regular Meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of closed sessions from 3/23/21, 4/27/21, 8/24/21, and 9/28/21 (5-0)
• Approved donation of 2 Honeywell HPA300 air purifiers to Slauson Middle School (5-0)

7:00 PM - Closed Session - Electronic Meeting

This is a closed session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, held under the Michigan Open Meetings Act to review attorney/client privileged information. No public business is conducted; the agenda consists only of procedural items: call to order, roll call, minutes review, and adjournment.

• Closed session to consider material exempt from disclosure under state statute (attorney/client privilege)

The meeting was a closed session consisting of procedural items and a review of attorney-client privileged information. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss several capital projects, including roof repairs at King, Mitchell, Pattengill, Pioneer, and Westerman Preschool, as well as solar array installations at Pioneer and Westerman Preschool. The committee will also review civil engineering services, theater seating at Pioneer, and a technology infrastructure storage solution. This is a discussion meeting; no votes or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of 2022 roof repair/replacement at King, Mitchell, Pattengill, Pioneer, and Westerman Preschool
• Discussion of rooftop solar array installations at Pioneer and Westerman Preschool
• Discussion of Pioneer Theater seating purchase and installation
• Discussion of technology refresh for infrastructure storage solution
• Discussion of civil engineering services

The committee accepted the minutes from the October 8, 2021 meeting. Other agenda items regarding engineering, roofing, solar installations, theater seating, and technology were discussed, but no formal decisions were recorded.

• Accepted minutes of the 10/8/21 Finance Committee meeting

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Courtyard Marriott, 3205 Boardwalk

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting, discussing the Fall 2021 staff vaccination report and monthly budget monitoring. They also held first briefings on dishwasher replacements at Pioneer and Skyline high schools and on menstruation product dispensers. The consent agenda included approval of the purchase of menstruation product dispensers and supplies, acceptance of donations, and meeting minutes. A closed session was rescheduled to December 7, 2021.

• Fall 2021 AAPS Team Vaccination Report (discussion)
• Monthly Budget Monitoring Report - October 2021 (discussion)
• Annex AN-2065: Dishwasher Replacement at Pioneer and Skyline high schools (first briefing)
• Annex AN-2064: Menstruation and Personal Product Dispensers and Supplies Purchase (approved on consent agenda)
• Donations: two Honeywell HPA300 air purifiers to Slauson Middle School (approved)

The Board approved the purchase of 280 sanitary menstruation product dispensers and the acceptance of air purifier donations. Members also rescheduled a closed session for December 7, 2021.

• Approved purchase of 280 menstruation product dispensers from Colman-Wolf Supply Company for $48,750.80 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 10, 2021 Regular Meeting (6-0)
• Approved donations of three Honeywell HPA300 air purifiers to Slauson Middle School (6-0)
• Approved rescheduling of November 18, 2021 Closed Session to December 7, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

12:00 PM - CITY/SCHOOLS COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor City/Schools Committee will hold a routine procedural meeting, including approval of prior minutes, public commentary from three registered speakers, and discussions on the committee's origin and purpose, as well as updates on city issues affecting schools and school issues affecting the city. No votes on specific policies, budgets, or contracts are scheduled.

• Review of City/Schools Committee origin, purpose, mission, and operation norms
• Public commentary sign-ups: Julia Blough, Lena Kauffman, Lilia Cortina
• City update on issues affecting Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS)
• AAPS update on issues affecting the City
• Approval of minutes from October 6, 2021 meeting

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 6, 2021. Members discussed the committee's origin and purpose, and identified several potential future topics for mutual interest. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Sheraton Ann Arbor, 3200 Boardwalk

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board voted to approve a one-time, off-schedule, non-recurring 2% retention payment for multiple employee groups (administrators, AFSCME, AEA, and non-bargained staff) and accepted the 2020-21 annual financial audit from Plante/Moran. The board also approved a Lexia reading license for middle schools and limited high school use on the consent agenda, and heard first briefing on purchasing menstruation product dispensers and supplies.

• Approved one-time 2% retention payment for administrators, AFSCME, AEA, and non-bargained staff
• Accepted 2020-21 annual financial audit as presented
• Approved Annex AN-2062: Lexia reading license for 5 middle schools and limited high school (cost not specified in agenda)
• First briefing on purchasing menstruation product dispensers and supplies
• Public commentary sign-ups included 10 individuals

The Board approved a one-time 2% retention payment for multiple employee associations and non-bargained groups. It also authorized the purchase of Lexia PowerUp site licenses for middle schools. Additionally, the 2020-21 Annual Financial Audit was accepted.

• Approved $114,390.75 for 2-year Lexia PowerUp site licenses for five middle schools (5-1)
• Accepted the 2020-21 Annual Financial Audit (6-0)
• Approved Tentative Agreements for a one-time 2% Retention Payment for various associations and non-bargained groups (5-0-1)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes from the October 27, 2021 meeting (6-0)

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Courtyard Marriott - 3205 Boardwalk Dr., Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board met on October 27, 2021, to review information updates and approve several consent agenda items. The board approved a $455,598 contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates for student services and a $61,585 purchase of bulk road salt for district properties. Members also approved Recreation Advisory Commission appointments and scheduled a closed session for attorney/client privilege. Discussion items included the superintendent update, equity framework updates, homeless student services, and the September budget monitoring report.

• Contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates for $455,598 to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy for students with IEPs.
• Purchase of bulk road salt for $61,585 for district properties during the 2021-22 winter season.
• Approval of Recreation Advisory Commission appointments for Stacy Ebron, Hadil Ghoneim, Hannah Smith, and Zachary Weiner.
• Acceptance of donated Honeywell and Oransi air purifiers for Slauson, Thurston, King, Angell, and Pittsfield schools.
• Review of the September 2021 budget monitoring report and Fall 2021 equity framework updates.

The Board approved a contract for student therapy services and a bulk road salt purchase. It also confirmed appointments for the Recreation Advisory Commission and scheduled a closed session for November 18.

• Approved $455,598 contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates for 2021-22 (7-0)
• Approved $61,585 bulk road salt purchase from Detroit Salt Company (7-0)
• Approved Recreation Advisory Commission membership for Stacy Ebron, Hadil Ghoneim, Hannah Smith, and Zachary Weiner (7-0)
• Approved closed session for November 18, 2021, at 7:00 PM for attorney/client privilege (7-0)
• Approved October 13, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)

7:00 PM - Study Session - THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED

This meeting has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

1:00 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

This is a discussion-only planning committee meeting. Members will receive the Fall 2021 Equity Update covering the AAPS Framework 2.0 for Equitable Instruction and pathways to culturally responsive teaching. They will also preview the ESSR planning and engagement process. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Fall 2021 Equity Update: AAPS Framework 2.0 for Equitable Instruction
• 2021-22 Pathways to Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning
• Preview of ESSR Planning & Engagement Process
• Public commentary sign-up via form or email

The committee held discussions regarding the Fall 2021 Equity Update and the ESSR planning and engagement process. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Courtyard Marriott - 3205 Boardwalk Dr, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will consider a resolution to publicly censure Trustee Jeff Gaynor. It will also approve minutes from the September 22 and September 29 regular meetings, approve a list of donated air purifiers, and discuss three annex items: a Pediatric Therapy Associates agreement, a Lexia reading‑software license, and a road‑salt purchase.

• Approve minutes from the September 22, 2021 regular meeting (consent agenda)
• Approve minutes from the September 29, 2021 regular meeting/board workshop (consent agenda)
• Approve donations of air purifiers for King Elementary, Slauson Middle School, district use, and Ann Arbor Open (consent agenda)
• Annex AN-2061: discussion of Pediatric Therapy Associates agreement
• Resolution to censure Trustee Jeff Gaynor (motion carries)

The Board approved a resolution for the public censure of Trustee Jeff Gaynor. Other actions included approving the meeting agenda, donations, and minutes from September 22 and September 29, 2021.

• Approved resolution to censure Trustee Jeff Gaynor (6-1)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)
• Approved September 22, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved September 29, 2021 meeting/workshop minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

11:00 AM FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting. Items include a proposed agreement with Pediatric Therapy Associates, a Lexia reading license for middle and limited high school students, and a road salt purchase. No votes are scheduled; the committee will review and discuss these items.

• Discussion of Pediatric Therapy Associates Agreement
• Discussion of Lexia Reading License for Middle School & Limited High School
• Discussion of Road Salt Purchase

The Finance Committee met electronically to discuss several items. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting / Board Workshop - Sheraton Ann Arbor, 3200 Boardwalk

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will hold a regular meeting and workshop, including public commentary and a facilitated session on board roles and norms. The board approved selecting four trustees as voting delegates for the MASB Delegate Assembly on Nov. 11, 2021.

• Motion to approve the agenda failed 5-2
• Selection of voting delegates (Rebecca Lazarus, Susan Baskett, Bryan Johnson, Krystle DuPree) for MASB Delegate Assembly
• Public commentary sign-ups included five speakers and attached WCHD K-12 guidance
• Board workshop facilitated by Mary Kerwin on roles, responsibilities, monitoring, and norm-setting

The board approved the selection of four voting delegates and alternates to attend the MASB Annual Delegate Assembly on November 11, 2021. A motion to approve the agenda as presented failed. The board also held a workshop regarding roles, responsibilities, and monitoring.

• Approved selection of Rebecca Lazarus, Susan Baskett, Bryan Johnson, and Krystle DuPree as MASB voting delegates (7-0)
• Motion to approve agenda as presented denied (2-5)
• Approved motion to move items from the Board after public commentary (5-2)

7:00 PM - Closed Session - Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel, 3200 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in closed session, as permitted by the Michigan Open Meetings Act, to review material exempt from public disclosure under attorney/client privilege. No public business or decisions are on the agenda.

The board met in a closed session to review minutes from August 24, 2021, and discuss attorney-client privileged information. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Reviewed minutes from the August 24, 2021 Closed Session

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Sheraton Ann Arbor, 3200 Boardwalk

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will approve several consent agenda items, including ratifying summer 2021 purchases authorized up to $250,000 per transaction. It will also approve the amended Hold Harmless Millage tax rate and adopt donations of air filters and a treadmill to school facilities. Minutes from the August 11, 25, and 24 meetings will be approved, and a 2021‑22 budget update will be discussed.

• Ratify summer 2021 purchases (authority up to $250,000 per transaction)
• Approve amended Hold Harmless Millage tax rate
• Approve donations of Honeywell HPA 300 HEPA air filters and a NordiTrack treadmill
• Approve minutes from August 11, August 25, and August 24 meetings
• Discuss 2021‑22 budget update

The Board approved the ratification of summer 2021 purchases and an amended Hold Harmless Millage tax rate. Members also approved several sets of previous meeting minutes and a set of donations. A closed session for attorney/client privilege was scheduled for September 28, 2021.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 11, August 25, and August 24 closed session (7-0)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)
• Ratified summer 2021 purchases (7-0)
• Approved amended Hold Harmless Millage tax rate (7-0)
• Approved closed session for September 28, 2021, for attorney/client privilege (6-1)

11:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee met electronically on September 17, 2021. The committee reviewed the agenda and the minutes from the June 14, 2021 Finance Committee meeting. It discussed three items: Summer 2021 purchases, an update on the 2021‑22 budget, and an adjustment to the Hold Harmless levy.

• Summer 2021 purchases
• 2021‑22 budget update
• Hold Harmless levy adjustment

The Finance Committee met electronically to discuss summer 2021 purchases and the 2021-22 budget update. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting / Board Workshop - Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel, 3200 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of real property at 2862 Stone School Road, rejected a resolution to grant a grading and sanitary easement for 2081 Ellsworth, and ratified summer hiring of staff replacements. The board also held a workshop on trustee roles and responsibilities.

• Approved resolution to purchase real property at 2862 Stone School Road
• Rejected resolution to grant a grading and sanitary easement for 2081 Ellsworth
• Ratified summer hiring including filling executive director positions and updating an agreement

The Board approved the purchase of real property at 2862 Stone School Road and ratified three executive director contracts. A resolution to grant an easement at 2081 Ellsworth was denied.

• Approved purchase of property at 2862 Stone School Road for $965,000 (7-0)
• Denied resolution to grant easement at 2081 Ellsworth (1-6)
• Ratified contracts for Matt Hilton, Roberta Heyward, and Shonta Langford (7-0)

7:00 PM - Closed Session - Electronic Meeting - Permissible under OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h) To consider attorney/client privileged material exempt from discussion or disclosure by state or federal statute. - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in a closed session, not open to the public, under the Michigan Open Meetings Act to discuss attorney/client privileged material. The agenda consists only of procedural items such as call to order, roll call, review of minutes, and adjournment. No public business or decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session authorized under MCL 15.268 Sec.8(h) for attorney/client privileged material
• Meeting is electronic and not open to the public
• Agenda includes call to order, roll call, review of minutes
• Review of attorney/client privileged information
• Adjournment of closed session

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on August 11, 2021. They approved a student device refresh purchase for Chromebooks, renewed the MHSAA membership, and authorized a closed session for August 24. The superintendent presented updates on summer programs, survey results, and fall back-to-school plans including COVID protocols.

• Approved Instructional Technology: Student Device Refresh Purchase (Chromebooks)
• Approved Michigan High School Athletic Association Renewal 2021-22
• Approved a closed session on August 24 for attorney/client privilege
• Superintendent update on Summer 2021, Spring District Survey Report, and Fall Back to School information
• Approved minutes of prior meetings (June 23, June 30, July 21 retreat)

The Board approved a $2,127,000 expenditure from the Technology Bond Fund to refresh student devices. Members also renewed the MHSAA agreement for 2021-22 and scheduled a closed session for August 24.

• Approved $2,127,000 purchase of 6,000 Dell Chromebooks from Presidio of Caledonia (6-0)
• Renewed Michigan High School Athletic Association Agreement for 2021-22 (6-0)
• Approved closed session for August 24, 2021, regarding attorney/client privilege (6-0)
• Approved minutes from June 23, June 30, and July 21 meetings (6-0)

7:00 PM - BOARD RETREAT - Sheraton

This is a Board of Education retreat meeting, not a regular decision-making session. The agenda includes public commentary and a facilitated retreat discussion led by Mary Kerwin. No votes or binding decisions are expected.

• Public commentary sign-ups with 19 speakers listed
• Board retreat facilitated by Mary Kerwin, with presentation file 'R & R ppt.pptx'

The Board of Education met for a retreat facilitated by Mary Kerwin. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or policy changes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met electronically on June 30, 2021, to approve playground contracts, curriculum adoptions, and the July–December board calendar. The board authorized the superintendent to make summer purchases up to $250,000 per transaction to support fall opening preparations. These approvals finalize materials and operational spending for the upcoming academic year.

• Approve AN-2048: Westerman Preschool Playground
• Approve AN-2049: Eberwhite Playground Materials
• Approve AN-2050: AP Chemistry Curriculum Adoption
• Approve AN-2051: Middle School Science Curriculum Adoption
• Delegate superintendent authority for summer purchases up to $250,000 per transaction

The Board approved the adoption of the OpenSciEd Middle School Science curriculum and several playground improvement contracts. It also authorized the Superintendent to make purchases up to $250,000 and hire staff for summer preparations.

• Approved $300,455.47 for OpenSciEd Middle School Science curriculum (7-0)
• Approved $208,256 for Westerman Preschool Playground contracts (7-0)
• Approved $69,112 for Eberwhite Elementary playground materials (6-1)
• Approved $43,809.28 for AP Chemistry digital subscription and textbooks (7-0)
• Approved $67,980 annual contract for playground engineered wood fiber (7-0)
• Authorized Superintendent to make purchases up to $250,000 and hire staff for summer (7-0)
• Approved Board Meeting Calendar for July-December 2021 (7-0)
• Approved closed session for August 11, 2021, regarding attorney/client privilege (7-0)

11:00 AM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss a draft Bond Advisory Process. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted in writing. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of draft Bond Advisory Process

The committee met electronically to review the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and a draft of the Bond Advisory Process. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Board of Education will hold a second public hearing on the proposed FY 2021-22 general fund budget and review the final amended 2020-21 budget. The board will also discuss first briefings on playground improvements at Westerman Preschool and Eberwhite Elementary, curriculum adoptions for AP Chemistry and middle school science, and second briefings on IT infrastructure upgrades at three schools, firewall refresh, and VoIP telephone service. Several items are included on the consent agenda for approval.

• Second public hearing on the FY 2021-2022 proposed budget
• Discussion of 2020-21 General Fund Amended Budget and 2021-22 Proposed Budget
• First briefing: Westerman Preschool Playground (AN-2048)
• First briefing: Eberwhite Playground Materials (AN-2049)
• Second briefing: IT Infrastructure Plan for Community High, Scarlett, Tappan (AN-2043)

The Board approved the 2020-21 General Fund Amended Budget and the 2021-22 General Fund Proposed Budget. Other approved actions included IT infrastructure plans, telephone services, and masonry repairs. The Board also authorized renewals for instructional and operational software.

• Adopted 2020-21 General Fund Amended Budget (7-0)
• Adopted 2021-22 General Fund Proposed Budget (7-0)
• Approved IT Infrastructure Plan for Community, Scarlett, and Tappan schools (7-0)
• Approved Hosted Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Telephone Service (7-0)
• Approved Tappan Masonry Repair (7-0)
• Approved Instructional & Operational Software Renewals (7-0)
• Approved June 16, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hold a first briefing and public hearing on the 2020-21 amended and 2021-22 proposed general fund budgets, followed by a vote to adopt the 2021-22 tax millage resolution. The board will also consider adopting new Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee curriculum materials for fall 2021 and discuss IT infrastructure upgrades at Community High, Scarlett Middle, and Tappan Middle schools.

• First briefing on 2020-21 General Fund Amended Budget and 2021-22 Proposed Budget
• Public hearing on FY 2021-22 budget
• Board action to adopt 2021-22 Tax Millage Resolution
• Adoption of SHEAC sexual health curriculum materials for fall 2021
• First briefing on IT infrastructure plans for Community High, Scarlett Middle, Tappan Middle schools; firewall refresh; hosted VoIP phone service; Tappan masonry repair

The Board approved the tax millage resolution for the 2021-22 fiscal year and adopted curriculum materials for sexual health education. Other actions included approving the consent agenda and donations.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 Tax Millage Resolution (6-0)
• Adopted Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee (SHEAC) Curriculum Materials for Fall 2021 (6-0)
• Approved May 26, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved donations as presented (6-0)
• Approved adding Environmental Sustainability to Board Committee Reports (6-0)

11:15 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will hold an electronic meeting to review minutes from prior meetings and discuss three procurement items: AP Chemistry materials, middle school science materials, and instructional/operational software renewals. Public comments are accepted via written submission due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• AP Chemistry Materials Purchase
• Middle School Science (6,7,8) Materials Purchase
• Instructional & Operational Software and Digital Renewals
• Review of minutes from May 14, June 4, and June 9, 2021 Finance Committee meetings

The committee held a meeting to discuss purchases for AP Chemistry and Middle School science materials, as well as instructional and operational software renewals. The minutes do not record any formal votes or final decisions on these items.

11:00 AM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will meet virtually to review minutes from previous meetings and discuss a draft Bond Advisory Process. Public commentary is accepted via written submissions.

• Review of minutes from May 14, 2021 and June 4, 2021 meetings
• Discussion of Draft Bond Advisory Process

The committee met electronically to review the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and a draft of the Bond Advisory Process. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

1:00 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Finance Committee of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will discuss the amended budget for the current fiscal year (2020-21) and the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year (2021-22). The meeting is held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Public comments must be submitted in advance and will be read aloud during the meeting.

• Discussion of the 2020-21 General Fund Amended Budget
• Discussion of the 2021-22 General Fund Proposed Budget
• Public commentary on the Extended COVID 19 Learning Plan is welcomed
• Written public comments required three hours before meeting

The meeting was called to order and adjourned. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

10:00 AM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss and potentially approve plans for a preschool playground at Westerman, an IT infrastructure upgrade at three schools, and the formation of a bond advisory group. Public comment is also accepted.

• Westerman Preschool Playground Plan
• IT Infrastructure Plan for Community High School, Scarlett Middle School, Tappan Middle School
• Bond Advisory Group Plan

The committee met electronically to review several project plans. The minutes record discussions on the Westerman Preschool Playground Plan and IT infrastructure for three schools, but no formal votes or decisions were documented.

1:30 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss several procurement and maintenance items: a firewall refresh, a hosted VoIP telephone service, playground materials for Eberwhite, masonry repair at Tappan, and engineered wood fiber for playgrounds. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of firewall refresh (Kellstrom)
• Discussion of hosted VoIP telephone service (Kellstrom)
• Discussion of Eberwhite playground materials (Lauzzana)
• Discussion of Tappan masonry repair (Lauzzana)
• Discussion of engineered wood fiber and installation for playgrounds (Rice)

The Finance Committee met to discuss several items including firewall and telephone services, playground materials, and masonry repair. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, meeting virtually due to COVID-19, approved several actions including a limited school of choice for the 2021-22 school year, a public hearing notice for the FY2021-22 budget, monthly reconfirmation of the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan, and support for the Washtenaw Intermediate School District's proposed budget. The board also designated the APISA/A (Asian Pacific Islander South Asian/American) Parent Advisory Group as an official board-designated group allowing participation during Reports of Associations.

• Approved limited school of choice for 2021-22 school year (motion carried 6-1, Gaynor opposed)
• Approved resolution to publish notice of public hearing on adoption of FY2021-22 budget
• Reconfirmed the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan and directed monthly reconfirmation with public comment
• Approved resolution to support the Washtenaw Intermediate School District 2021-22 Proposed Budget
• Designated APISA/A Parent Advisory Group as a Board Designated Group for participation

The Board approved several technology and infrastructure purchases funded by the 2019 Bond Program, including a solar array for Bryant Elementary. Other actions included reconfirming the COVID-19 learning plan and approving the WISD 2021-22 budget.

• Approved $309,430 contract for solar panels at Bryant Elementary (7-0)
• Approved $988,302.50 for projectors, iMacs, and laptops (7-0)
• Approved $265,626 for Stratasys 3D printing equipment (6-1)
• Approved $408,553 payment to City of Ann Arbor for fire service charges (7-0)
• Approved limited school of choice for 2021-22 school year (6-1)
• Reconfirmed COVID-19 Extended Continuity of Learning Plan (7-0)
• Approved notice for public hearing on 2021-2022 budget (7-0)
• Designated APISA/A Parent Advisory Group as a Board Designated Group (7-0)

3:00 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Planning Committee will discuss a recommendation from the Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee (SHEAC) to adopt new curriculum materials for Fall 2021. The meeting also includes public commentary on the Extended COVID Learning Plan and concerns about lack of childcare.

• Discussion of SHEAC curriculum materials adoption recommendation for Fall 2021
• Public commentary includes comments from Jacqueline Conliffe and Doug Wyatt regarding lack of childcare and decision-making process
• Public commentary solicited on Extended COVID Learning Plan
• Review and approval of agenda and minutes from previous meeting

The committee met to discuss the Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee (SHEAC) curriculum materials adoption recommendation for Fall 2021. The minutes do not record any formal votes or final decisions.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting- Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will discuss and vote on several capital projects and reports. Public commentary is open on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan. First briefings include a proposed solar installation at Bryant Elementary, technology refresh, 3D printer upgrade, fire service connection cost recovery, and construction management for bond projects. A second briefing covers paving and site improvements at Allen and Dicken Elementary. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and the paving project.

• Public commentary on Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan
• Annex AN-2040: Solar installation at Bryant Elementary School
• Annex AN-2036: Summer 2021 paving and site improvements at Allen and Dicken Elementary
• Annex AN-2041: Construction management for 2019 Bond Program and Sinking Fund projects
• Monthly budget monitoring report for April 2021

The Board approved a contract for site improvements at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools. Members also designated electoral representatives for the Washtenaw Intermediate School District biennial election.

• Approved $724,275 contract to Asphalt Specialists Inc. for Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools (7-0)
• Approved designation of electoral representatives for Washtenaw Intermediate School District Biennial Election (7-0)
• Approved May 12, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved adding agenda planning to the meeting (7-0)
• Approved adding 30 minutes to the meeting (6-1)

4:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will meet electronically to discuss several items related to the 2019 Bond Program. Topics include a fire service connection capital cost recovery charge, a solar installation at Bryant Elementary School, and construction management for bond and sinking fund projects. The meeting includes public commentary and review of prior minutes.

• Fire Service Connection Capital Cost Recovery Charge
• Solar Installation: Bryant Elementary School
• Construction Management for 2019 Bond Program and Sinking Fund Projects

The committee reviewed the Fire Service Connection Capital Cost Recovery Charge, solar installation at Bryant Elementary School, and construction management for the 2019 Bond Program and Sinking Fund Projects. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

1:00 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

This is a finance committee meeting of Ann Arbor Public Schools. They will discuss a summer instructional technology refresh, a 3D printer upgrade to Stratasys equipment, and the monthly budget monitoring for April 2021. Public commentary is accepted via written submission. No decisions are being made; items are for discussion only.

• Summer 2021 Instructional Technology Refresh – Part I
• PLTW 3D Printer Upgrade to Stratasys Equipment
• Monthly Budget Monitoring for April 2021
• Public commentary on Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan welcome

The committee held discussions regarding instructional technology refreshes, 3D printer upgrades, and April 2021 budget monitoring. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will hold a first briefing on Annex AN-2036 for summer 2021 paving and site improvement projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools. A monthly budget monitoring report for March 2021 and a legislative update from Senator Jeff Irwin are also on the agenda. Public commentary is solicited on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan.

• First briefing on paving and site improvement projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools (Annex AN-2036)
• Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for March 2021 presented by Minnick
• Legislative Update from Senator Jeff Irwin including a budget comparison for 2021-2022
• Public commentary on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from April 28, 2021 regular meeting

The board held a regular meeting on May 12, 2021. No substantive board actions were taken other than approving the agenda and the minutes from the April 28, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 28, 2021 Regular Meeting (6-0)

1:00 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss Summer 2021 paving and site improvement projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools, review the March 2021 monthly budget monitoring report, and receive an informal update on the 2021-2022 budget. All items are presented for discussion only; no votes are scheduled.

• Summer 2021 paving and site improvement projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools
• Monthly budget monitoring report for March 2021
• Informal 2021-2022 budget update
• Public commentary solicited on Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan

The committee held a meeting to discuss summer 2021 paving and site improvement projects for Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools. The committee also reviewed the Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for March 2021. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

2:00 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Performance Committee will review the 2020 Draft Graduation Rate Report and accept public commentary on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan. The meeting is discussion-only, with no votes expected.

• Review of 2020 Draft Graduation Rate Report
• Public commentary on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan
• Agenda planning for future meetings

The committee met electronically to review the 2020 Draft Graduation Rate Report. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting, voting on several action items. The board reconfirmed the district's COVID-19 Extended Continuity of Learning Plan with a 5-2 vote, and approved contracts for architectural and engineering services at Mitchell Elementary and Pathways Campus using 2019 Bond funds. Other actions included signing a letter supporting funding for electric buses and approving the non-renewal of an administrative contract. Public commentary was accepted via written submissions.

• Reconfirmed the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan (5 yes, 2 no).
• Approved contracts with Neumann/Smith Architecture for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways Campus (2019 Bond funds).
• Signed a letter supporting state funding for electric school buses.
• Approved non-renewal of an administrative contract (details not specified).
• Accepted a donated 2007 Subaru Forester for Pioneer Auto Lab.

The Board approved contracts for architectural and engineering services at two school sites using 2019 Bond Program funds. Members also reconfirmed the COVID-19 Extended Continuity of Learning Plan and supported funding for electric buses.

• Approved architectural and engineering contracts for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways Campus (7-0)
• Reconfirmed COVID-19 Extended Continuity of Learning Plan (5-2)
• Approved signing a letter to support funding for electric buses (7-0)
• Approved non-renewal of administrative contract (7-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted donations as presented (7-0)

6:30 PM - Closed Session - Permissible under OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h) To consider attorney/client privileged material exempt from discussion or disclosure by state or federal statute. - Electronic Meeting

This is a closed session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, permitted under Michigan's Open Meetings Act for attorney/client privileged material. The meeting is not open to the public and includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, review of minutes, review of privileged information, and adjournment.

• No public business or decisions are on the agenda; the entire meeting is closed under OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h).

The board met in a closed session to review attorney/client privileged information. The minutes record no substantive decisions or votes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education approved consent agenda items including $3.3M in theater rigging repair contracts at middle and high schools, $270,930 in elevator repairs, $52,003 in column repair, and $662,837 in math renewal. They also authorized an Environmental Sustainability Task Force. Discussions included superintendent updates on spring assessments, health, and summer learning, and a first briefing on architectural services for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways Campus.

• Approved $2,320,677 theater rigging contract with iStudio Projects for 7 schools
• Approved $999,091 theater rigging contract with Tiffin Scenic Studios for Pioneer High
• Approved $270,930 elevator repairs at Community High and Tappan Middle
• Approved $52,003 exterior column repair at Scarlett Middle
• Authorized Environmental Sustainability Task Force

The Board approved several facility repair contracts for theater rigging, elevators, and exterior columns. It also authorized the purchase of math journals for elementary students and created an Environmental Sustainability Task Force.

• Approved $2,320,677 contract to iStudio Projects, Inc. for theater rigging at six schools (7-0)
• Approved $999,091 contract to Tiffin Scenic Studios, Inc. for theater rigging at Pioneer High School (7-0)
• Approved $270,930 contract to Great Lakes Elevator for repairs at Community High School and Tappan Middle School (7-0)
• Approved $52,003 contract to RAM Construction Services for exterior column repair at Scarlett Middle School (7-0)
• Approved $662,837.15 for Everyday Mathematics Volume 4 Student Journals for K-5 students (7-0)
• Approved creation of Environmental Sustainability Task Force (7-0)
• Approved adding 1 hour to the meeting (6-1)
• Approved closed session for April 27, 2021, regarding attorney/client privilege (7-0)

4:00 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Planning Committee will discuss and refine the draft authorization and charge for an Environmental Sustainability Task Force. The meeting also includes public commentary on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan and routine approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of draft authorization and charge for Environmental Sustainability Task Force
• Public commentary on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

The committee met to refine the draft authorization and charge for the Environmental Sustainability Task Force. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education approved consent agenda items including contracts for LED lighting and air conditioning upgrades at Angell, Burns Park, Community, and Community High School, totaling $660,053 from 2019 Bond Program funds. They also accepted a donation of 1,180,000 face masks from FKA Distributing (Homedics) and discussed first briefings on theater rigging repairs at several schools, elevator repairs, column repair, and math curriculum renewal. No action was taken on the first briefing items.

• Approved $67,208 contract to TrenKo Glass for Angell and Burns Park lighting/AC work
• Approved $592,845 contract to Blue Star Inc. for Community High School selective demolition
• Approved $33,200 contract to Rightway Remediation for asbestos abatement at Tappan Middle School
• Accepted donation of 1,180,000 face masks from FKA Distributing (Homedics)
• First briefing on theater rigging repairs at Huron, Pioneer, Clague, Forsythe, Scarlett, Slauson, Tappan

The Board approved several facility contracts funded by the 2019 Bond Program, including lighting, air conditioning, and asbestos abatement. The Board also accepted a donation of 1.18 million face masks. Superintendent Dr. Jeanice Swift recommended a two-week pause on hybrid face-to-face school for 4th, 5th, and secondary students due to COVID-19 rates.

• Approved $67,208 contract for glass and glazing at Burns Park and Angell Elementary (6-0)
• Approved $592,845 contract for selective demolition at Community High School (6-0)
• Approved $33,200 asbestos abatement contract for Tappan Middle School (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of 1,180,000 donated face masks from FKA Distributing, LLC (6-0)
• Approved March 16 Closed Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 17 Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 24 Study Session minutes (6-0)

10:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss several facilities repair projects, including theater rigging repairs at multiple schools, elevator repairs at Community and Tappan, and exterior column repair at Scarlett. Additionally, the committee will discuss the renewal of Everyday Math materials and review the monthly budget monitoring report for February 2021. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Theater rigging repairs at Huron, Pioneer, Clague, Forsythe, Scarlett, Slauson, and Tappan
• Elevator repairs and upgrades at Community and Tappan
• Scarlett exterior column repair
• Everyday Math renewal discussion
• Monthly budget monitoring report for February 2021

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. Several repair projects and budget reports were discussed, but no formal decisions were recorded for those items.

• Approved agenda and minutes of the previous meeting

9:00 AM - 2019 BOND COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The 2019 Bond Committee will discuss architectural and engineering services for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways Campus during this electronic meeting. The agenda also includes call to order, agenda approval, public commentary, and adjournment.

• Discussion of architectural and engineering services for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways Campus

The 2019 Bond Auxiliary Committee met electronically to review an architect presentation regarding Mitchell Elementary and the Pathways Campus. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

7:00 PM - Study Session - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education holds a study session to discuss summer learning 2021, the budget development timeline for 2021-2022, and environmental sustainability initiatives. Public commentary is accepted on the Extended COVID Learning Plan. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; these are discussion and presentation items.

• Summer Learning 2021 presentation and discussion
• Budget Timeline for 2021-2022 discussion
• Environmental Sustainability update discussion
• Public commentary on Extended COVID Learning Plan
• Introduction of non-voting member and roll call

The Board conducted a study session to discuss 2021 summer learning, the 2021-2022 budget timeline, and environmental sustainability. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded during the session.

• Adjourned meeting at 10:34 PM (7-0)

6:00 PM - Closed Session - Permissible under OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h) To consider attorney/client privileged material exempt from discussion or disclosure by state or federal statute. - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in a closed session on March 23, 2021, under the Michigan Open Meetings Act exception for attorney/client privileged material. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, review of minutes, review of privileged information, and adjournment. No public business or decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session held under OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h) for attorney/client privileged material
• Agenda includes only call to order, roll call, minutes review, privileged information review, and adjournment
• Meeting is not open to the public

The board met in a closed session to review minutes and attorney-client privileged information. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting (Closed Captioning Available)

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is voting on consent agenda items including roof replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary totaling $2,225,388, and E-Rate contracts for network infrastructure totaling $1,924,575.01. The board will also reconfirm the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan for monthly reporting and public comment. Information items include a comprehensive room ventilation study and first briefings on LED lighting and air conditioning at Angell, Burns Park, and Community High School, as well as an abatement project at Tappan Middle School.

• Roof replacement at Huron High School: $1,320,750 contract to CEI Michigan, LLC
• Roof replacement at Bryant Elementary: $614,370 contract to Bloom Roofing
• E-Rate network equipment contract (1-year): $571,900 to Sentinel Technologies
• E-Rate network maintenance contract (3-year): $1,352,675.01 to Sentinel Technologies
• Monthly reconfirmation of Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan with public comment solicitation

The Board approved contracts for roof replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary and network infrastructure upgrades via Sentinel Technologies. The Board also re-confirmed the District’s Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan. Several facility and ventilation studies were discussed during briefings.

• Approved $1,924,575.01 in E-Rate contracts to Sentinel Technologies for Wi-Fi and network services (7-0)
• Approved $2,225,388 for roof replacements at Bryant Elementary and Huron High School (7-0)
• Re-confirmed the District’s Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 26 and January 7 closed sessions (7-0)
• Approved minutes from March 10, 2021 regular meeting (7-0)

6:00 PM - Closed Session - Permissible under OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h) To consider attorney/client privileged material exempt from discussion or disclosure by state or federal statute. - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met in closed session on March 16, 2021, under the Michigan Open Meetings Act exception for attorney-client privileged information. The meeting was not open to the public and covered only privileged legal material.

• Closed session per OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h) for attorney/client privileged material
• Review of minutes from prior meeting
• Review of attorney/client privileged information
• Adjournment of closed session

The board met in a closed session to review minutes from previous meetings and discuss attorney-client privileged information. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

5:00 PM - 2019 BOND COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools 2019 Bond Committee met virtually on March 16, 2021. Members reviewed public comments and then discussed two 2019 bond projects: air‑conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan and Community (Part 2), and the Tappan abatement. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• 2019 Bond: Air Conditioning and Lighting Upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan and Community - Part 2 - Lauzzana
• 2019 Bond: Tappan Abatement - Lauzzana

The committee reviewed air conditioning and lighting upgrades for Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, and Community schools. The committee also reviewed the Tappan abatement project. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education received the superintendent's spring update covering elementary enrollment, hybrid instruction, special education, secondary in-school hybrid plan, health, food, transportation, and building readiness. First briefings were held on roof replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary, and on an annual E-rate reimbursement application for network infrastructure. The board also approved consent agenda minutes and scheduled closed sessions for March 16 and 23.

• Superintendent's Spring Update on hybrid instruction, special education, and building readiness
• Roof replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary (IFB 21.0016)
• Annual E-Rate reimbursement application for network infrastructure (Annex AN-2026)
• Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for January 2021
• Motion to hold closed sessions on March 16 and 23 for attorney/client privilege

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 24, 2021 meeting. Members voted to hold two closed sessions on March 16 and March 23 for attorney/client privilege. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 24, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved closed sessions for March 16 and March 23 at 6:00 PM for attorney/client privilege (7-0)

2:00 PM, FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Finance Committee will review the January 2021 monthly budget monitoring report. The committee is also scheduled to discuss annual E-Rate reimbursement applications for network infrastructure contracts and roof replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary.

• Annual E-Rate Reimbursement Application for Network Infrastructure Contracts - Kellstrom
• Roof Replacements - Huron High School, Bryant Elementary - Lauzzana
• Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for January 2021 - Minnick

The Finance Committee met electronically to review several items, including the January 2021 budget monitoring report and network infrastructure applications. The minutes record discussions on roof replacements and E-Rate reimbursements, but no formal votes or decisions were documented.

12:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting / Recess to Reconvene at 7:00 PM (Closed Captioning Available)

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will discuss and vote on reconfirming the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan and approve multiple 2019 Bond contracts for air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Community High School, Tappan, and Scarlett Middle School, totaling over $12 million. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and donations from Meijer Stores. Public commentary will be held at 7:00 PM.

• Reconfirmation of the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan for monthly reporting to CEPI
• Approval of $3,331,480 in contracts for AC and lighting at Burns Park & Angell (Part I)
• Approval of $8,995,448 in contracts for AC and lighting at Community High School (Part I)
• Discussion of AC and lighting upgrades at Tappan (AN-2022) and Scarlett (AN-2023), plus architectural/engineering services for 2022-2023
• Donations from Meijer Stores: 10 $50 gift cards and 10 $100 gift cards for district teachers

The Board approved multiple contracts for air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Community High School, Tappan Middle School, and Scarlett Middle School. The Board also re-confirmed the district's COVID-19 Extended Continuity of Learning Plan.

• Re-confirmed COVID-19 Extended Continuity of Learning Plan (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $3,331,480 for AC and lighting at Burns Park & Angell (6-1)
• Approved $8,995,448 for AC and lighting at Community High School (6-1)
• Approved $20,652,748 for AC and lighting at Tappan Middle School (6-1)
• Approved $893,387 for AC and lighting at Scarlett Middle School (6-1)
• Approved February 7, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)

9:30 AM - 2019 BOND COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools 2019 Bond Committee is meeting electronically to discuss proposed air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, Community, and Scarlett schools. The agenda also includes a discussion of architectural and engineering services for future AC and lighting projects in 2022-2023. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, and Community schools
• Discussion of air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Scarlett (Part 2)
• Discussion of architectural and engineering services for 2022-2023 AC and lighting projects
• Public commentary limited to 30 minutes at start of meeting

The committee reviewed updates regarding air conditioning and lighting projects at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, Community, and Scarlett schools. No formal votes or decisions were recorded. Trustee Lazarus requested a bond expenditure update for a future meeting.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting (Closed Captioning Available)

The Board of Education discussed a proposal to modify the current return to school plan. The motion directs the superintendent to recommend a plan where instruction remains virtual through the end of the school year, except for students with the greatest needs who would return in person by March 22, 2021.

• Modification of return to learn plan
• Purchase of 200 Dell Chromebooks and 135 Apple MacBook Airs for $264,300.75
• Purchase of 5,000 AVID student headsets and 250 charging stations for $150,812.50
• 2019 Bond: Air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, Community, and Scarlett
• Deferred Compensation Plans Restatements (403b/457)

The Board voted to have the Superintendent recommend a modified return to school plan that keeps instruction virtual until the end of the school year, except for students with the greatest needs. The Board also approved several technology and equipment purchases via a consent agenda.

• Directed Superintendent to recommend virtual instruction through end of school year, with high-need students returning in person by March 22, 2021 (5-2)
• Approved purchase of 200 Dell Chromebooks and 135 Apple MacBook Airs for $264,300.75 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 5,000 student headsets and 250 charging stations for $150,812.50 (7-0)
• Approved five-year contract with Cintas Corporation for 69 AED machines and management services for $130,755 (7-0)
• Approved Deferred Compensation Plans Restatements 403(b) and 457 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from February 10, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Extended meeting time to 2:00 AM (7-0)

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education holds a regular virtual meeting. Items for discussion include a monthly budget monitoring report for December 2020 and first briefings on deferred compensation plan restatements, technology purchases (Dell Chromebooks, MacBook Airs, student headsets), and AED replacement. The board also approves minutes from the previous meeting and receives committee reports.

• Monthly Budget Monitoring Report: December 2020
• First Briefing on Deferred Compensation Plans Restatements (403B/457)
• First Briefing on Technology Purchase - Dell Chromebooks and MacBook Airs
• First Briefing on Technology Purchase - Student Headsets
• First Briefing on AED Replacement Purchase

The board held a regular electronic meeting on February 10, 2021. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 27, 2021 meeting. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda adding committee reports (7-0)
• Approved minutes from the January 27, 2021 Regular Meeting (7-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 11:21 PM (7-0)

9:00 AM, PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Planning Committee meets electronically to discuss an overview of planning work for the 2020-21 school year. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public commentary. No specific votes or proposals are listed.

• Overview of Planning Work 2020-21
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

The committee met electronically to review the current and ongoing work of the Planning Committee. Dr. Swift provided an overview of several plans, including special education, equity, and return-to-learn strategies. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

4:00 PM, FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss several purchases including Dell Chromebooks, MacBook Airs, and student headsets. They will also review December 2020 budget monitoring reports, a deferred compensation plan restatement, an AED replacement purchase, and changes to Moody's bond rating methodology.

• Review of deferred compensation plan restatements (403B/457)
• Discussion of technology purchase: Dell Chromebooks and MacBook Airs
• Discussion of technology purchase: student headsets
• Discussion of AED replacement purchase
• Review of monthly budget monitoring reports for December 2020

The committee held a meeting to review several items, including technology purchases and budget reports. The minutes record discussions on these items, but no formal votes or decisions were documented.

1:00 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Performance Committee will review three reports: a 2020‑21 water testing process update presented by Rice, a recruitment and staffing update for 2020‑2021 presented by Langford, and a detailed student enrollment report presented by Swift. Public commentary is limited to 30 minutes at the start of the meeting. The meeting is conducted electronically under the Open Meetings Act public notice.

• 2020‑21 Water Testing Process Update – presentation by Rice
• 2020‑2021 AAPS Recruitment and Staffing Update – presentation by Langford
• 2020 Student Enrollment Report Detail – presentation by Swift

The committee received updates on water testing, recruitment, and student enrollment. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will vote to monthly reconfirm the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan, determining instruction delivery. They will also consider approving contracts for parking management at Pioneer High School and air conditioning and lighting upgrades at multiple schools funded by the 2019 bond. Public commentary on the learning plan is solicited.

• Monthly reconfirmation of Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan (vote carried unanimously)
• Approve three-year event parking management contract with LAZ Parking Ltd (costs: 18-20% of large-event revenue, $2,068-$2,610 fixed fee per small event)
• Approve 2019 bond air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Carpenter, Dicken, Lakewood, and Mitchell schools
• Approve 2019 bond air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Scarlett Middle School Part 1
• Update on Extended Continuity of Learning Plan and State Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference

The Board approved multiple contracts for air conditioning and lighting upgrades at five schools funded by the 2019 Bond. It also awarded a parking management contract and reconfirmed the district's COVID-19 learning plan.

• Approved $4,985,635 for AC and lighting upgrades at Carpenter, Dicken, Lakewood and Mitchell Elementary Schools (7-0)
• Approved $10,575,841 for AC and lighting upgrades at Scarlett Middle School Part 1 (7-0)
• Approved three-year Event Parking Management contract to LAZ Parking Ltd (7-0)
• Reconfirmed COVID-19 Extended Continuity of Learning Plan (7-0)
• Approved resolution of grievance/arbitration (7-0)
• Approved minutes from December 16, 2020 and January 13, 2021 meetings (7-0)

7:00 PM - Organizational Meeting - Electronic Meeting

This is the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education organizational meeting. The board will administer oaths for newly elected trustees, elect officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer), appoint a parliamentarian, establish an auxiliary committee, and assign board committees. Public comment on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan is solicited.

• Administer oath of office for Trustees Krystle DuPree, Jeff Gaynor, and Ernesto Querijero.
• Elect Bryan Johnson as President and Jessica Kelly as Vice President (votes recorded).
• Create Legislative Advocacy Auxiliary Committee (motion carried 7-0).
• Secretary and Treasurer elections listed but no results shown.
• Appointment of Parliamentarian and Planning Committee assignments discussed.

The Board held an organizational meeting to elect its officers and appoint committee members. The Board voted to create a Legislative Advocacy Auxiliary Committee and confirmed several board designated representative organizations.

• Elected Bryan Johnson as President (7-0)
• Elected Jessica Kelly as Vice President (7-0)
• Elected Susan Baskett as Secretary (5-2)
• Elected Rebecca Lazarus as Treasurer (7-0)
• Appointed Trustee Lazarus as Parliamentarian
• Approved creation of Legislative Advocacy Auxiliary Committee (7-0)
• Confirmed board designated representative organizations per policy 1300 (7-0)

1:00 PM - FINANCE AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Finance Auxiliary Committee will review a parking event management contract award and several bond-funded air conditioning and lighting upgrades at elementary and middle schools. They will also consider the November monthly monitoring report and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Parking Event Management Contract Award
• 2019 Bond: Air Conditioning & Lighting Upgrades at Carpenter, Dicken, Lakewood & Mitchell elementary schools
• 2019 Bond: Air Conditioning & Lighting Upgrades at Scarlett Middle School Part 1
• November Monthly Monitoring Report
• Review minutes from December 2, 2020 Finance Committee meeting

The committee held a meeting to review several items, including a parking event management contract and bond-funded facility upgrades. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

4:00 PM - Closed Session Permissible under OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h) To consider attorney/client privileged material exempt from discussion or disclosure by state or federal statute. - Electronic Meeting

The Board of Education is meeting in closed session to consider attorney/client privileged material exempt from public discussion. No public business will be conducted. The meeting was approved at the December 16, 2020 board meeting.

• Closed session under OMA 15.268 Sec.8(h) for attorney-client privileged material

The board met in a closed session to review communication from their attorney concerning an arbitration matter. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

Board Retreat POSTPONED: In light of violence at the Capitol Building and Washington DC area today, the Board of Education is postponing the scheduled Board Retreat understanding that the thoughts of the community will be focused on this national issue. Details on rescheduling the meeting will be shared when available.

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education postponed its January 6, 2021 board retreat due to violence at the U.S. Capitol. The meeting was to include administering the oath of office to trustees DuPree and Querijero for 4-year terms. No decisions were made; rescheduling details pending.

• Board retreat postponed due to violence at Capitol Building
• Oath of office for trustees DuPree and Querijero for 4-year terms (postponed)
• Public commentary and review of board goals were on the agenda