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Ann Arbor Public Schools public meetings in 2022

64 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 21, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

Board approves $1.37M contract for Ann Arbor Open air conditioning upgrades

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board approved a consent agenda awarding multiple contracts for air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Ann Arbor Open School, Lawton Elementary, and the Transportation Building, funded by the 2019 Bond Program. They also discussed the November 2022 budget monitoring report, an equity plan update, NWEA achievement results, and proposed board bylaws on member conduct and communications.

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✓ Decided: Board approves over $5.5M in facility upgrades and new member bylaws

The Board approved several multi-million dollar contracts for air conditioning, lighting, and roofing upgrades using 2019 Bond Program funds. Additionally, the Board adopted three new bylaws regarding member conduct, communications, and engagement, and approved an Environmental Sustainability Framework.

Thu Dec 15, 2022

7:00 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

NWEA Fall 2022 achievement report and staffing plan reviewed

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Performance Committee will discuss the NWEA Fall 2022 Achievement Report and related Recovery Plan, as well as the AAPS Annual Staffing Report for the 2022/23 school year. The meeting also includes public commentary, review of previous minutes, and agenda planning. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Performance Committee meeting held on December 15, 2022

The meeting consisted of discussions regarding the NWEA Fall 2022 Achievement Report, the Review Recovery Plan, and the 2022/23 Annual Staffing Report. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Thu Dec 15, 2022

3:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Bond Auxiliary Committee to review Capital Program Annual Report

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will hold an electronic meeting to review the agenda and minutes from December 8, 2022. Public commentary will be accepted via sign-up. The primary discussion item is the Capital Program Annual Report, covering bond-funded projects. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee reviews Capital Program Annual Report

The committee met electronically to review the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and the Capital Program Annual Report. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Wed Dec 14, 2022

5:30 PM - To Honor and Celebrate Trustees Johnson, Kelly, and Lazarus; 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Rd., Ann Arbor

Board to hear briefings on capital projects and new bylaws

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting following a farewell reception for three trustees. The board will discuss multiple capital improvement projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at several schools and a bus refueling depot rehabilitation, as part of first and second briefings. New board bylaws on code of conduct and communications, and a recommendation on sexual health education materials for special education settings, will also be presented for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Board approves over $8M in school facility upgrades and new bylaws

The Board approved several multi-million dollar contracts for air conditioning, lighting, and roofing projects at multiple schools. It also approved updated sexual health education materials and adopted the Board Bylaws 1000 Series.

Mon Dec 12, 2022

7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Ann Arbor Schools Governance Committee to review bylaws sunset

The Governance Committee will meet electronically on December 12, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion of the sunset review of Board Bylaws 1000 Series, along with procedural items such as approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Public commentary sign-ups must be submitted by 3pm. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

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✓ Decided: Governance Committee held procedural meeting on December 12, 2022

The meeting was primarily procedural. The committee reviewed the agenda and minutes from November 22, 2022, and held a discussion regarding the Sunset Review of Board Bylaws 1000 Series.

Thu Dec 8, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Bond committee to discuss AC/lighting upgrades and capital program phase 2

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will hold an electronic meeting to review and discuss several proposed bond-funded projects. Items include air-conditioning and lighting upgrades at Ann Arbor Open, Lawton Roofing, and the Transportation Building, as well as a bus refueling depot rehabilitation and a capital program phase 2 request for architecture/engineering services. The meeting is open to the public and involves no voting; all items are under discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee reviews facility upgrades and RFP services

The committee reviewed air-conditioning and lighting upgrades for Ann Arbor Open, Lawton Roofing, and the Transportation Building. Discussions also covered the Bus Refueling Depot Rehabilitation and an RFP for architecture and engineering services for Capital Program Phase 2. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Wed Dec 7, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Westerman Preschool - 2775 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor

Board discusses Phase 2 of capital program for new construction

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with discussions on capital improvement projects, a sexual health education curriculum update, and a fall enrollment report. The board will receive first briefings on several construction projects and a policy sunset review.

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✓ Decided: Ann Arbor Public Schools board approves November 30 meeting minutes

The board held a regular meeting where it approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 30, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

Tue Dec 6, 2022

2:15 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Planning Committee to discuss sexual health ed report and materials

This planning committee meeting will review minutes from June, hear public comment, and discuss the Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee's biannual report. The committee will also consider SHEAC's recommendation for health education materials in middle and high school self-contained special education settings.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee accepts June 2022 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed and accepted the minutes from the June 13, 2022 meeting. Other items were discussed, but no further actions were recorded.

Thu Dec 1, 2022

3:30 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Bond committee to discuss new construction RFP and school roof repairs

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss the RFP for architecture and engineering services for new construction as part of Capital Program Phase 2, as well as air-conditioning and lighting projects at A2 STEAM and Lawton Elementary, and roof replacements at Abbot Elementary, Scarlett Middle, Tappan Middle, and Wines Elementary. The meeting also includes agenda review and public commentary.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee reviews capital program and facility projects

The committee reviewed the RFP for Capital Program Phase 2 architecture and engineering services. Members also reviewed air-conditioning and lighting projects at A2 STEAM and Lawton Elementary, as well as roof replacements for four schools. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Wed Nov 30, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting: Vote to go into Closed Session; Reconvene Regular Meeting at 7:45 PM - Huron High School - Meyers Auditorium - 2727 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor

Board approves contract authority over $100,000 for district network updates

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board voted to enter a closed session to discuss security planning. It adopted a resolution temporarily suspending Bylaw 1500 and amending Policy 2120 to let the superintendent sign contracts exceeding $100,000. The board also approved the Capital Program Phase 2 (2025‑2030) and ratified the November 16, 2022 meeting minutes. Additional routine actions included approving the agenda and reconvening the public meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2025-2030 Capital Program Phase 2

The Board approved the Capital Program Phase 2 for 2025-2030. It also temporarily amended Board Policy 2120 to allow the Superintendent to independently enter a time-sensitive network update contract exceeding $100,000.

Tue Nov 22, 2022

7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Governance Committee to discuss sunset review of Board Bylaws

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Governance Committee will meet electronically on Nov 22, 2022. The main agenda item is a discussion of the sunset review of the Board Bylaws 1000 Series. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, public commentary, and planning for the next meeting. This is primarily a procedural meeting with one substantive review item.

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✓ Decided: Governance Committee held procedural meeting on November 22, 2022

The meeting consisted of procedural items and discussions. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Nov 16, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Huron High School, Meyers Auditorium - 2727 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor

First briefing on Capital Program Phase 2 (2025-2030); annual audit vote

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hear a first briefing on the Capital Program Phase 2 plan covering 2025-2030. The board will also consider a motion to accept the 2021-22 annual financial audit from Plante/Moran. Public commentary is scheduled with four sign-ups, and the consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Ann Arbor Public Schools board accepts 2021-22 annual financial audit

The board accepted the 2021-22 Annual Financial Audit report presented by Plante/Moran. Other activities included a presentation on Capital Program Phase 2 projects for 2025-2030 and a report from the Bond Auxiliary Committee.

Thu Nov 10, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Bond Auxiliary Committee to discuss Phase 2 Bond Plan 2025-2030

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss the Phase 2 Bond Plan covering 2025–2030. The committee will also review minutes from its June 30, 2022 meeting and accept public commentary.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee reviews Phase 2 Bond Plan for 2025-2030

The committee accepted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 30, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed the Phase 2 Bond Plan for 2025-2030. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

Wed Oct 26, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Huron High School, Meyers Auditorium - 2727 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor

Board to vote on $153K radio purchase for preschool, elementary schools

The board will discuss and vote on a $153,160.40 purchase of two-way radios for preschool and elementary buildings from DeltaCom of Novi, Michigan. They will also consider appointments to the Recreation Advisory Commission and a Washtenaw Intermediate School District parent advisory committee representative. The meeting includes a monthly budget monitoring report and an update on a 98c grant for additional learning supports.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $153,160 for preschool and elementary two-way radios

The board approved several purchases, including two-way radios and bulk salt. Additionally, the board appointed members to the Recreation Advisory Commission and the Washtenaw Intermediate School District Parent Advisory Committee.

Thu Oct 20, 2022

7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Governance Committee to review Board Bylaws 1000 Series

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Governance Committee will discuss the sunset review of the Board Bylaws 1000 Series, which may lead to recommended changes. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting and plan the agenda for its next meeting. Public commentary is accepted via sign-up.

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Wed Oct 19, 2022

7:00 PM - Study Session - Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor

Board to get annual updates on partnerships and school climate

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hold a study session to discuss two annual reports: an update on strategic partnerships and community engagement, and the 2021-22 school quality and climate survey results. No public commentary sign-ups were received. The meeting includes procedural items like call to order, roll call, and agenda approval, followed by adjournment.

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Wed Oct 12, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor

Board to discuss two-way radio purchase for preschool and elementary schools

The board will hold a first briefing on a proposed two-way radio purchase for preschool and elementary schools. They will also receive presentations on Fall 2022 Rec & Ed programs and student and school safety updates. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes and accepting donations for district programs.

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✓ Decided: Ann Arbor Public Schools board approves meeting minutes and donations

The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the September 28, 2022, regular meeting. The board also voted to accept presented donations. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

Fri Oct 7, 2022

9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Finance committee to discuss radio purchase and state aid grants

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee meets electronically on October 7, 2022, to discuss two items: a purchase of two-way radios for preschool and elementary schools, and an update on state aid grants. The meeting includes public commentary sign-up and review of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves September 16 meeting minutes

The Finance Committee met electronically to review the agenda and previous minutes. The committee approved the minutes from the September 16, 2022 meeting. No other formal actions were recorded.

Wed Sep 28, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor

Board adopts resolution opposing state voucher initiative

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board approved a resolution opposing the "Let MI Kids Learn" voucher proposals. The meeting also included updates on the capital program, the August budget monitoring report, and reports from the Finance Committee and the Environmental Sustainability Task Force. A donation of an Oransi Mod Air Purifier to Westerman Preschool was also approved.

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✓ Decided: Board approves resolution opposing "Let MI Kids Learn" voucher initiatives

The board passed a resolution opposing the "Let MI Kids Learn" voucher initiatives. Other actions included approving the meeting agenda, the September 14, 2022 meeting minutes, and donations.

Fri Sep 16, 2022

9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Finance Committee to review August 2022 budget report

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will meet electronically to discuss the Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for August 2022, review minutes from the June 10, 2022 meeting, and accept public commentary. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee accepts June 10 meeting minutes

The Finance Committee reviewed the Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for August 2022. The committee accepted the minutes from the June 10, 2022, meeting.

Wed Sep 14, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Skyline High School Auditorium - 2552 N. Maple Road, Ann Arbor

Board to confirm summer expenditures up to $250,000 per transaction

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will vote on confirming summer expenditures authorized by the superintendent, including purchases up to $250,000 per transaction. Also on the agenda: approval of minutes from three prior meetings, acceptance of donations of air purifiers to Thurston Elementary, and selection of voting delegates for the MASB conference. The board will hear a superintendent update on back-to-school highlights and receive public commentary.

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✓ Decided: Board confirms summer expenditures and selects MASB voting delegates

The Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes from three previous meetings and donations. Members confirmed Summer 2022 expenditures and certified voting delegates for the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB).

Wed Aug 24, 2022

6:00 PM - Regular Meeting / Board Retreat - Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor

Board welcomes new principals, discusses back-to-school and board roles

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will welcome incoming principals and a new assistant superintendent of human resources, hear a superintendent update on back-to-school plans including fall 2022 health guidance, and continue a retreat on board roles and responsibilities. Public commentary from 13 individuals is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education holds retreat and reviews back-to-school updates

The board approved the meeting agenda and held a retreat focused on board roles and responsibilities. The Superintendent provided a report on back-to-school preparations for Fall 2022. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.

Wed Jul 27, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting/Board Retreat - Huron High School - Meyer Auditorium - 2727 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor

Board approves tentative agreement with Ann Arbor teachers union

The Board of Education approved a tentative agreement with the Ann Arbor Education Association (AAEA) and authorized administration to implement it. The board also approved an administrative contract for a new Assistant Superintendent of HR-Employee Relations and held a retreat to discuss district goals for 2022-2023. Public commentary included a question about mask mandates for the upcoming school year.

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✓ Decided: Board approves AAEA tentative agreement and administrative contract

The Board approved a tentative agreement with the Ann Arbor Education Association and authorized its implementation. The Board also approved the administrative contract as presented.

Thu Jun 30, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Bond committee to discuss school spatial design concepts

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will hold an electronic meeting to review and discuss two spatial organization design concepts: an elementary school learning community and a small high school studio concept. The meeting includes public commentary via sign-up and review of prior meeting minutes.

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Wed Jun 29, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor

Board approves new Algebra 1 & 2 curricula, tentative employee agreements

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education voted to adopt Kendall Hunt Illustrative Mathematics for high school Algebra 1 and 2 courses, with a total cost of $139,945 from the General Fund. The board also approved tentative agreements with multiple employee groups, including AAEA Office Professionals and Paraeducators, AAAA, AFSCME-TSP, ASCSA, and non-bargained groups. Additionally, they reauthorized all district policies with a seven-year review schedule and received annual reports on NWEA spring 2022 results and the 2021 graduation rate.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022

7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Governance Committee to review board bylaws

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Governance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss an overview of board bylaws and plan the next meeting's agenda. The session includes public commentary sign-up and approval of previous minutes. No votes or concrete proposals are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural and discussion-oriented.

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Mon Jun 27, 2022

7:00 PM - Closed Session - Huron High School

Board holds closed session to review attorney‑client privileged information

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met in a closed session on June 27, 2022 at Huron High School. The session was called under the Michigan Open Meetings Act to review attorney/client privileged information. The agenda included procedural items such as call to order, roll call, review of minutes, and discussion of privileged information. No public decisions were recorded.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded during closed session

The meeting consisted of a roll call, a review of previous minutes, and a discussion regarding attorney/client privileged information. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

Fri Jun 24, 2022

2:30 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Performance Committee reviews NWEA results and graduation rate

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Performance Committee will discuss NWEA benchmark assessment results from Spring 2022 and the 2021 graduation rate annual report. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for review and discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Performance Committee reviews student assessment and graduation data

The committee accepted the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Members reviewed the Spring 2022 NWEA Benchmark Assessment results and the 2021 Graduation Rate Annual Report.

Thu Jun 23, 2022

7:00 PM - Closed Session - Huron High School

Board holds closed session for superintendent evaluation

This is a closed session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, not open to the public, to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. The board voted in open session on May 25, 2022, to hold this closed session under Michigan law. The agenda includes call to order, review of minutes, superintendent evaluation, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Ann Arbor Public Schools held a closed session for superintendent evaluation

The board met in a closed session to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. No public votes or substantive policy decisions were recorded in these minutes.

Wed Jun 22, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Skyline High School Auditorium - 2552 N. Maple Road, Ann Arbor

AAPS board approves $584,946 therapy contract and budget

The board held a second public hearing on the 2022-23 proposed budget, then voted to adopt both the amended 2021-22 and the proposed 2022-23 General Fund budgets. It also approved a consent agenda including a $218,712 fire service connection for Clague Middle School and a $118,530 two-way radio purchase, and awarded a $584,946 contract to Pediatric Therapy Associates for therapy services.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2022-2023 proposed budget and multiple service contracts

The Board approved the General Fund budgets for the 2021-2022 amended and 2022-2023 proposed cycles. It also authorized payments for fire service connections, radio equipment, and pediatric therapy services.

Wed Jun 15, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Skyline High School Auditorium - 2552 N. Maple Rd, Ann Arbor

School board adopts FY 2022-23 tax millage and reviews proposed budgets

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education holds a public hearing and first briefing on the 2022-23 proposed general fund budget and the amended 2021-22 budget. The board votes to adopt the FY 2022-23 tax millage resolution, approve a resolution to release the Dykema report, and discuss first briefings on contracts for fire service connection at Clague Middle School, Pediatric Therapy Associates, two-way radio equipment, and high school mathematics curricula.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts FY 2022-23 Tax Millage Resolution

The Board approved the FY 2022-23 Tax Millage Resolution and a resolution to release the Dykema Report. Members also approved a resolution for MiGreenPower and the minutes from the May 25, 2022 meeting.

Mon Jun 13, 2022

3:00 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Planning Committee discusses mathematics curricula recommendations

The Planning Committee will review the minutes from the May 24, 2022 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss recommendations for Algebra 1 and 2 mathematics curricula.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee accepts May 24 meeting minutes

The Planning Committee met electronically to review previous minutes and discuss mathematics curricula. The committee accepted the minutes from the May 24, 2022 meeting. No other formal decisions were recorded.

Fri Jun 10, 2022

9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Finance Committee to review proposed 2022-2023 budget and amended 2021-2022 budget

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss the proposed General Fund budget for 2022-2023 and an amended budget for 2021-2022. They will also review a monthly budget monitoring report, a contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates, and a purchase of two-way radio equipment. The committee may hear public commentary, but no final votes are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee accepts May 6 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed several items, including budget reports and equipment purchases. The only recorded action was the acceptance of the May 6, 2022, meeting minutes.

Thu Jun 9, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Bond committee to review fire service connection at Clague Middle School

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will review a fire service connection for Clague Middle School and revised design and construction plans for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways High School. The committee will also consider agenda and minutes from the prior meeting. This is a discussion-only meeting; no votes are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee accepts May 5 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed the agenda and accepted the minutes from the May 5, 2022, meeting. Members discussed fire service connections at Clague Middle School and revised design and construction plans for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways High School.

Wed May 25, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Road

Board votes to purchase property at 4300 Ann Arbor-Saline Road

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board approved a resolution to purchase real property at 4300 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, supported the Washtenaw Intermediate School District's 2022-23 budget, and set public hearings for the AAPS budget in June. A motion to waive attorney-client privilege on a report regarding a racially hostile environment at Pioneer High School failed. An item on MiGreenPower was postponed to a future meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approves purchase of 4300 Ann Arbor Saline Road property

The Board approved the purchase of real property at 4300 Ann Arbor Saline Road and supported the 2022-23 Washtenaw Intermediate School District General Fund Budget. Public hearings for the FY 2022-2023 AAPS budget were scheduled for June 15 and June 22, 2022. A motion to release a redacted report regarding a racially hostile environment at Pioneer failed.

Tue May 24, 2022

1:00 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Ann Arbor schools planning committee discusses special ed, Bryant/Pattengill updates

The Ann Arbor Public Schools planning committee is meeting to review the agenda and minutes from October 2021, hear public commentary, and discuss updates on special education and the Bryant/Pattengill school projects. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee approves October 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Committee met electronically to review updates on special education and the Bryant/Pattengill project. The only formal action taken was the approval of the minutes from the October 15, 2021 meeting.

Tue May 24, 2022

7:00 PM - Closed Session - Skyline High School

Ann Arbor school board holds closed session to review privileged legal info

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in closed session, not open to the public, to review attorney-client privileged information. The board voted in open session on May 18, 2022 to hold this closed session under Michigan law.

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✓ Decided: Ann Arbor Public Schools held closed session on May 24, 2022

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

Wed May 18, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor school board approves $491,700 for Forsythe and Wines site work

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education approved a $491,700 site work contract for air conditioning and lighting projects at Forsythe Middle School and Wines Elementary School. The board also approved three-year contracts for abatement services with four companies, and approved a closed session for May 24. A budget update for the 2022-2023 school year was discussed.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $491,700 contract for school site work

The Board approved a contract for site work at Forsythe Middle School and Wines Elementary School to support air conditioning and lighting projects. Additionally, the Board approved three-year contracts for abatement services with four different companies.

Wed May 11, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor

Board discusses Spring 2022 bond sale and Forsythe/Wines AC project

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 11, 2022. They discussed the Spring 2022 bond sale, monthly budget monitoring for March 2022, and the projected budget timeline. First briefings were held on the Forsythe and Wines air conditioning & lighting project and abatement services. The consent agenda was approved, including donations of therapy equipment.

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✓ Decided: Board approves April meeting minutes and donations

The board approved the minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting and accepted donations. No other substantive board actions were taken during the session.

Fri May 6, 2022

8:30 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee meeting on May 6, 2022

The Finance Committee will meet electronically to review several financial items. Discussions include budget monitoring and updates regarding a bond sale.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee reviewed budget reports and bond sale update

The committee met electronically to review several financial items. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Thu May 5, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Committee will review the Forsythe & Wines 2022‑23 air‑conditioning and lighting project

The Bond Auxiliary Committee will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and accept the minutes from the April 7, 2022 meeting. It will hear any public comments submitted in advance. The committee will then review two items: the Forsythe & Wines 2022‑23 air‑conditioning and lighting project site work, and a contract for abatement services. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee accepts April 7 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed the agenda and accepted the minutes from the April 7, 2022, meeting. Members reviewed site work for the Forsythe and Wines air conditioning and lighting project and abatement services. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

Wed Apr 27, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor

Board approves $121,550 Pioneer theater carpet, $83,885 furniture

The board approved a consent agenda including contracts for middle school classroom furniture ($83,885), Pioneer High School theater carpet ($121,550), and a fuel cooperative purchase. They also heard public commentary regarding library content and received an update on environmental sustainability in the district.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $3.6M for technology refreshes and facility upgrades

The Board approved several bond-funded contracts for school air conditioning, lighting, and flooring. It also authorized over $3.6 million for new laptops and projectors and approved limited Schools of Choice for the 2022-23 school year.

Wed Apr 13, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor

Board discusses air conditioning, lighting and furniture projects for multiple schools

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board discussed multiple capital projects including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Bach, Eberwhite, Forsythe, and Wines schools, classroom furniture for new middle school classrooms, Pioneer High School theater carpet replacement, and instructional technology refreshment. The consent agenda approving minutes and a donation was passed. The meeting also included public commentary and reports from committees.

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✓ Decided: Ann Arbor Public Schools board approves consent agenda and meeting minutes

The board approved the meeting agenda, donations, and minutes from the January 26, 2022 closed session and the March 23, 2022 regular meeting. Several facility and technology projects were discussed during the first briefing, but no formal actions were recorded for those items.

Tue Apr 12, 2022

6:30 PM - Closed Session - Skyline High School

Board holds closed session to review attorney-client privileged information

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will meet in a closed session. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, review of the previous meeting minutes, and a review of attorney‑client privileged information. No specific actions or decisions are disclosed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Ann Arbor Public Schools held a closed session on April 12, 2022

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

Fri Apr 8, 2022

9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

Finance Committee to discuss tech refresh, fuel purchase, budget report

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will hold an electronic meeting on April 8, 2022, to discuss three items: a Summer 2022 Instructional Technology Refreshment for students, teachers, and classrooms, a Fuel Cooperative Purchase, and the Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for February 2022. The meeting also includes call to order, agenda review, minutes approval from March 4, and public commentary sign-ups. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee reviewed technology and budget reports

The committee reviewed the Summer 2022 Instructional Technology Refreshment, a fuel cooperative purchase, and the February 2022 Monthly Budget Monitoring Report. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Thu Apr 7, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

AAPS Bond Committee to discuss HVAC and lighting projects at four schools

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several bond-funded projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Bach, Eberwhite, Forsythe, and Wines schools. They will also review classroom furniture purchases for new middle school classrooms and a carpet renovation at Pioneer High School's theater. The meeting includes public commentary via advance sign-up.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee reviews school facility project bids

The committee accepted the minutes from the March 3, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed bid categories for air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach, Eberwhite, Forsythe, and Wines, as well as new carpet for the Pioneer High School Theater.

Wed Mar 23, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Forsythe Middle School Auditorium, 1655 Newport Road

Board to award $425,100 network contract and school facility upgrades

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will vote on awarding a $425,100 contract to Sentinel Technologies for network equipment and approving multiple air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach Elementary, Clague Middle School, Eberwhite Elementary, and Forsythe Middle School. The board also discusses capital improvements including Skyline stormwater pumps and Pioneer High School audio/visual equipment. Consent agenda items include donations and meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $1.36M for Pioneer High School audio/visual and lighting replacement

The Board approved several capital improvement contracts for school facilities, including network equipment and HVAC-related projects. A significant award was made for theatrical lighting and AV equipment at Pioneer High School. The Board also scheduled a closed session for April 12, 2022.

Wed Mar 16, 2022

7:00 PM - Study Session - Forsythe Middle School Auditorium, 1655 Newport Road

Board holds study session on student wellness and academic updates

The Ann Arbor Public Schools board met for a study session to discuss student social‑emotional wellness and well‑being, and to review Learning Forward academic updates. Public commentary was collected from residents who signed up in advance. The session also covered next steps for the district and planning for future agendas.

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Thu Mar 10, 2022

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

City/Schools Committee meeting to discuss agenda, minutes, and new programs

The committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the Jan. 21, 2022 meeting. It will hear public commentary, including a request to keep mask mandates. Members will discuss an infrastructure grant opportunity, a cross‑generational assistance pilot program, and a “Building Positive Community” initiative.

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✓ Decided: City/Schools Committee discusses infrastructure grants and community programs

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the corrected minutes from January 21, 2022. Members discussed potential collaborations on infrastructure grant writing, a cross-generational assistance pilot program, and community events including Juneteenth.

Wed Mar 9, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road

Board approves bond authorizing resolution for Spring 2022 bond sale

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve a bond authorizing resolution for a Spring 2022 bond sale. The board also received first briefings on several capital improvement projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at four schools, Skyline stormwater pump replacement, and Pioneer High School theater upgrades. Donations of air purifiers and pre-filters for Slauson Middle School were accepted. The meeting included a moment of silence and student choir performances.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Bond Authorizing Resolution for Spring 2022 sale

The Board approved the Bond Authorizing Resolution for a proposed bond sale in Spring 2022. Other actions included approving the meeting agenda, donations, and minutes from the February 23, 2022 meeting.

Fri Mar 4, 2022

9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Finance Committee discusses proposed spring 2022 bond sale

This Finance Committee meeting of Ann Arbor Public Schools will review minutes from the previous meeting, discuss an annual E-Rate application for network equipment refreshment, and discuss a proposed bond sale for spring 2022. No formal votes are expected; these are preliminary discussions before full board action.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves agenda and previous meeting minutes

The committee reviewed and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 4, 2022 meeting. Other items were discussed, but no formal actions were recorded.

Thu Mar 3, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Committee reviews preparation for the 2022 bond sale

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will meet electronically to review the agenda and minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting. The committee will accept public commentary sign‑ups and discuss the preparation for the 2022 bond sale. No formal decisions are noted; the items are listed for discussion and presentation.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee reviews 2022 bond sale preparations

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting. Ms. Minnick provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the preparation for a 2022 bond sale.

Wed Mar 2, 2022

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Forsythe Middle School - Reconvening February 23, 2022 - Regular Meeting - Sheraton Ann Arbor 3200 Boardwalk

Board to hear COVID response, masking update

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will reconvene its February 23 meeting and receive a superintendent update on the district's COVID-19 response, including masking protocols. The board will also act on a consent agenda that includes approving donations of air purifiers to three elementary schools and authorizing a refresh of CTE business lab equipment (AN-2080). Additionally, the board will designate a candidate for the MASB Board of Directors Region 7 director position.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $71,600 for CTE Business Lab equipment refresh

The Board approved a purchase for technology hardware at Huron and Pioneer High Schools. They also voted to designate a candidate for the MASB Board of Directors and approved several donations.

Thu Feb 24, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Bond committee discusses HVAC, lighting, and equipment projects

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss four capital improvement items: air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach, Clague, Eberwhite, and Forsythe schools; Skyline High School stormwater pumps and irrigation system replacement; commissioning services for capital projects; and Pioneer High School audio/visual and theatrical lighting replacement. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are listed as discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee reviewed several capital improvement projects

The committee held an electronic meeting to review four project items related to school infrastructure and equipment. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Feb 9, 2022

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

Board to vote on $56.1M in school air conditioning and lighting contracts

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will consider approving five air conditioning and lighting contracts totaling $56,131,573 for Bach, Clague, Eberwhite, Forsythe/Wines, and Pittsfield schools, funded by bond program funds. The board also receives second briefings on professional moving services, painting services, and insulation replacement at Skyline High School, as well as a first briefing on CTE business lab equipment refresh. Other agenda items include a superintendent update and fall 2021 benchmark assessment results.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $56.1M for school air conditioning and lighting projects

The Board approved several facility contracts funded by Bond Program Funds, including over $56 million for HVAC and lighting upgrades across five schools. Other approved actions included contracts for moving, painting, and insulation replacement at Skyline High School.

Fri Feb 4, 2022

9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Finance Committee to discuss COVID response funds progress

This is a discussion meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee. They will review minutes, hear public comment (one sign-up from Emily Fanelli), and discuss two items: a refresh of CTE Business Lab equipment and an update on progress with COVID response funds. No decisions are expected.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee held discussion on equipment and COVID response funds

The Finance Committee met electronically to discuss CTE Business Lab equipment and COVID Response Funds. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Feb 2, 2022

6:00 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Performance Committee to review Fall 2021 benchmark results

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Performance Committee will discuss Fall 2021 benchmark assessment results in math and reading, including subgroup performance and regression analysis. The meeting is electronic and open to the public, with sign-ups for public commentary by two individuals.

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✓ Decided: Performance Committee reviews Fall 2021 benchmark assessment results

The committee met to review Fall 2021 benchmark assessment results, including math and reading data, student groups, strand data, and regression analysis. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Wed Jan 26, 2022

6:30 PM - Closed Session - Courtyard Marriott, 3205 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor

Closed session to evaluate superintendent performance

This is a closed-session meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, not open to the public. The board previously voted to hold this closed session under Michigan law to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held closed session for Superintendent evaluation

The board met in a closed session to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Jan 26, 2022

7:30 PM - Regular Meeting - Courtyard Marriott, 3205 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor school board to discuss AC, lighting projects for six schools

The board will hold first briefings on several facility projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at six elementary and middle schools, professional moving and painting services, and insulation replacement at Skyline High School. A second briefing covers summer 2022 paving projects at Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield, and Wines elementary schools. The consent agenda includes approval of those paving projects and minutes from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Board approves summer 2022 paving projects for four elementary schools

The board approved paving projects for Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield, and Wines Elementary Schools via Lauzzana. Meeting minutes from December 7, 2021, and January 19, 2022, were also approved.

Fri Jan 21, 2022

12:00 PM - CITY/SCHOOLS COMMITTEE - Electronic. Audio Only.

Committee to discuss potential infrastructure project and joint remote meeting concern

The Ann Arbor City/Schools Committee will hold an electronic discussion-only meeting. Items include a potential infrastructure project, opportunities for student voice, a joint effort to oppose disallowing remote meetings for elected officials, and thoughts on School Safety Committee funding. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 12, 2021 meeting.

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Thu Jan 20, 2022

7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Bond committee to discuss HVAC, lighting, and other projects at multiple schools

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will meet electronically to discuss several capital improvement projects funded by the bond, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at six schools, moving and painting services, and insulation replacement at Skyline High School. The meeting includes review of prior minutes and public comment, but no votes are expected.

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✓ Decided: Bond Auxiliary Committee reviews facility projects and services

The committee reviewed several facility projects and service contracts. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Jan 19, 2022

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

Board discusses summer 2022 paving at four elementary schools

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will discuss a first briefing on summer 2022 paving projects at Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield, and Wines Elementary Schools. The board will also receive monthly budget monitoring reports for November/December 2021 and a superintendent update. Board action includes approving a closed session on January 26, 2022 for a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. Consent agenda items include approval of January 12 meeting minutes and acceptance of donations, including air purifiers for Bach Elementary and a library grant for Bryant Elementary.

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✓ Decided: Board approves closed session for Superintendent evaluation

The Board approved a closed session for January 26, 2022, to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. Other actions included approving the meeting agenda, previous meeting minutes, and donations.

Fri Jan 14, 2022

8:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

Discussion of Summer 2022 paving projects at four elementary schools

The Finance Committee will discuss upcoming summer paving projects at Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield and Wines Elementary Schools. They will also review the monthly budget monitoring reports for November and December 2021. A preview of the next steps for the 2022‑23 budget will be presented.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee accepts December 2021 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed the agenda and accepted the minutes from the December 3, 2021 meeting. Members discussed summer 2022 paving projects for four elementary schools and budget monitoring reports for November and December 2021. No other formal actions were recorded.

Wed Jan 12, 2022

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

Rebecca Lazarus elected board president

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held its organizational meeting, electing officers for the coming year. Rebecca Lazarus was elected President, Jessica Kelly as Vice President, and Susan Baskett as Secretary. The board also held a moment of silence for Pioneer High School student Mollie Faith Havlik. Remaining business includes electing a Treasurer, appointing a Parliamentarian, and assigning committee memberships.

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✓ Decided: Ann Arbor Public Schools Board elects officers and confirms representative organizations

The Board held an organizational meeting to elect its leadership for the term. Members appointed a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, and confirmed a list of designated representative organizations.