Williamsville Central School District public meetings in 2025

DECEMBER REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA 7:00 PM - PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:30 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education approved resolutions to defend and indemnify the superintendent, district medical director, and a middle school principal in the pending lawsuit Doe et al v. Williamsville Central School District (Case 1:25-cv-01196-JLS). The board also received staffing projections for the 2026-2027 school year and a long-range financial planning report. A proposed executive session was held to discuss litigation, collective negotiations, and employment matters.

• Board voted unanimously to defend and indemnify Dr. Darren J. Brown-Hall, Christine Harding, and Chris McDuffie in lawsuit Doe et al v. WCSD
• Staffing projections for 2026-2027 presented by Executive Director of Human Resources Dana Floriano
• Long-range financial planning report for 2026-2027 budget discussed
• Proposed executive session for litigation, collective negotiations, and employment matters
• Public expression period held with three-minute limit per speaker

The Board of Education approved resolutions to defend and indemnify three district officials in ongoing litigation. The Board also updated the compensation committee charter to allow attorney discussions.

• Approved legal defense and indemnification for Dr. Darren J. Brown-Hall (unanimous)
• Approved legal defense and indemnification for Christine Harding (unanimous)
• Approved legal defense and indemnification for Chris McDuffie (unanimous)
• Updated Board of Education Compensation Committee charter to allow attorney discussions (unanimous)
• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Accepted grants from the Williamsville Education Foundation

NOVEMBER 18TH REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA 7:00 PM-PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:30 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will meet in regular session following a proposed executive session on employment matters. The board will hear presentations on five-year enrollment projections (2026-2031) and an independent bus stop safety audit by the Pupil Transportation Safety Institute. No votes on these presentations are scheduled; they are information and discussion items.

• Presentation: Enrollment projections for 2026-2031 by Dr. Steven Grossman EdD Consulting at a cost of $3,600
• Presentation: PTSI bus stop safety audit of a representative sample of district bus stops
• Proposed executive session for discussion of employment matters related to particular person(s)
• Public expression period with three-minute limit per speaker and 30-minute total cap
• Recognitions: Williamsville North HS 'Be Good, Do Good', Williamsville South HS 'ELA Eternal Flame', Tim Redmond for Academy of Human Rights

Williamsville Central School District - Quarterly Policy Committee Meeting 4:00-5:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Policy Committee will hold a quarterly review of four district policies: School Safety Plans, Operations of Motor-Driven Vehicles on District Property, Use of Internet-Enabled Devices During the School Day, and Medication and Personal Care Items. No votes or decisions will be taken at this informational meeting.

• Policy 5681: School Safety Plans
• Policy 3290: Operations of Motor-Driven Vehicles on District Property
• Policy 7316: Use of Internet-Enabled Devices During the School Day
• Policy 7513: Medication and Personal Care Items

REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA 7:00 PM-PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting at 7:00 PM, preceded by a proposed executive session at 6:00 PM to discuss employment matters and litigation. The board will receive the required external audit presentation for the 2024-2025 fiscal year from Drescher & Malecki, including a report on budget transfers. Additionally, the board will discuss the timeline and selection process for student board members and hear public expression.

• External audit presentation for 2024-2025 financial statements by Drescher & Malecki
• Report on budget transfers to address shortfalls in specific budget codes
• Proposed executive session for employment and litigation discussions
• Discussion of student board member timeline and selection process
• Policy committee update on District Policy 5710 (Transportation Program)

The Board of Education approved the September 9 meeting minutes and added Hurwitz Fine P.C. to the annual list of school district attorneys. The Board also reconvened the student board member committee and approved various personnel actions via consent agenda.

• Approved September 9, 2025, meeting minutes
• Added Hurwitz Fine P.C. as School District Attorney
• Reconvened Student Board Member selection process committee (unanimous)
• Approved NYSSBA Resolution #32 regarding food standards (unanimous)
• Approved NYSSBA Resolution #34 regarding mandatory daily recess (unanimous)
• Approved certified and classified staff personnel actions via consent agenda
• Approved tenure recommendations as presented

Williamsville Central School District - Audit Committee Meeting 5:30 PM

The Audit Committee will review the draft external audit for the 2024-2025 school year from Drescher & Malecki LLP. The audit covers the District's financial information in compliance with government funds reporting requirements. The report is in draft form pending Board of Education acceptance. The district must submit the final audited statements to the New York State Education Department and the Office of the New York State Comptroller.

• Review of 2024-2025 annual external audit by Drescher & Malecki LLP
• Audit report is in draft form until Board acceptance
• Management letter attached to agenda for review
• Required submission of audited statements to NYS Education Department and Comptroller
• Audit presentation and management letter available as file attachments

Williamsville Central School District - Policy Committee Meeting 4:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss district policy 5710, which governs the transportation program. The meeting is informational and includes a review of the current policy document.

• Review of District Policy 5710 on the Transportation Program

The committee discussed updates to District Policy 5710-Transportation Program, including efficiency at Transit MS and a timeline for a transportation study. The first review of the policy is scheduled for the October 14th meeting.

• First Review/Reading of Policy 5710 scheduled for Oct 14
• Transportation study timeline set at 4-6 weeks
• Dr. Brown-Hall to update community at Oct 14 Board meeting

REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA 7:00 PM-PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:15 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting, preceded by a proposed executive session to discuss employment matters and litigation. Following the closed session, the board will vote on separation agreements and a resignation effective September 1, 2025. The meeting also includes a superintendent’s report on school opening, a math curriculum update, preliminary elementary class size data, and updates on student board members and upcoming community events.

• Motion to approve separation agreements and general release, including resignation effective Sept 1, 2025 (carried unanimously)
• Presentation: Math Curriculum Update by Dr. Christopher McGinley
• Preliminary Elementary Class Size Report for six elementary schools and grades 5-6 at four middle schools
• Motion to appoint Ms. Poulin as mentor for student board members
• Community Forum scheduled Nov 1 at South HS Cafe, Board Retreat Dec 3

Williamsville Central School District - OnBoarding Committee Meeting 5:00-6:00 PM

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Williamsville Central School District OnBoarding Committee. The agenda lists only an information item about onboarding, with attendance by board members and the district clerk. No decisions, proposals, or discussions of specific policies, contracts, or public hearings are noted.

• Meeting is categorized as Information only
• Attendees: Ms. Bleckinger, Ms. Poulin, Dr. Spicer
• WCSD District Clerk Lynn Carey also in attendance
• Topic: Mentor for Student Ex Officio Board Members

The OnBoarding Committee discussed mentor roles for student Board members. It was determined that the SIHAC liaison will serve as the mentor, with Ms. Poulin assigned to the role.

• Assigned SIHAC liaison as mentor for student Board members
• Assigned Ms. Poulin as mentor for student Board members

REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA 7:00 PM-PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:15 PM

The Board of Education will meet to review the 2025-2026 district-wide safety plan and conduct a public hearing. The meeting also includes the formal approval of Michael Kelly's resignation as Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Management.

• Resignation of Michael Kelly, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Management, effective August 15, 2025
• Review of the 2025-2026 District Safety Plan
• Public hearing regarding the District Safety Plan

The Board of Education approved the resignation of Michael Kelly, effective August 15, 2025. Other actions included adopting school visit guidelines and approving various personnel appointments and tenure recommendations.

• Approved resignation of Michael Kelly, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Management (Unanimous)
• Adopted 2025-2026 Board of Education Guidelines for School Visits (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2026 Board of Education Liaison Guidelines and Appointments
• Authorized attendees and registration payments for 106th Annual NYSSBA Convention
• Approved tenure recommendations
• Approved 2025-2026 non-resident tuition rates
• Approved July 1, 2025 Organizational Meeting minutes

Annual Organizational Board Meeting 7:00pm

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education holds its annual organizational meeting to swear in newly elected members and the superintendent, and to elect a board president and vice president for the coming year. The meeting also includes public expression periods and recognition of student achievements.

• Oaths of office for elected board members Christina Bleckinger, Stuart Bulan, Mark Manna (term July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028) and ex officio student board members Salil Karkhanis, Giselle Maurice, Deepratan Purba (2025-2026)
• Election of Ms. Kaczmarek-Bogner as Board President for 2025-2026 (8-0 roll call vote)
• Adoption of election process and election of Board Vice President (vote to be taken)
• Public expression periods with three-minute speaker limit and 30-minute total for first session
• Recognition of Yalin Chang (Congressional Art Challenge NY-26) and Aashi Parashar (National Karate Champion)

The Board of Education held its annual organizational meeting to elect officers and approve administrative authorizations for the 2025-2026 term. The Board unanimously adopted the election process and approved a series of annual designations, financial authorizations, and policy updates.

• Elected Crystal Kaczmarek-Bogner as President (8-0)
• Elected Mark Manna as Vice President (5-3)
• Adopted the Board election process (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ms. Poulin as Parliamentarian/Timekeeper
• Approved annual appointments, including the Medicaid Compliance Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved annual designations for official newspapers, payroll certifiers, and bank signatories (Unanimous)
• Adopted the BoardDocs policy manual and NYS Archives Record Retention Schedule LGS-1 (Unanimous)
• Adopted SuperEval for Board and Superintendent evaluations (Unanimous)

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING 4:30-5:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to consider approving funding for a negotiated agreement with the Williamsville Teachers' Association covering September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2029. The meeting is primarily procedural, with the single action item being the teacher contract funding vote. The board also sets a July 1 organizational meeting.

• Approve funding for the negotiated agreement between the superintendent and the Williamsville Teachers' Association (2025-2029)
• Annual organizational meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025

The Board of Education unanimously approved the funding for the negotiated agreement between the Superintendent and the Williamsville Teachers Association. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved funding for the negotiated agreement between the Superintendent and the Williamsville Teachers Association (6-0)

REGULAR BOARD MEETING 7:00 PM-PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:15 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting including a proposed executive session to discuss employment and medical history. The board already voted 7-1-1 to deny a parent's appeal for homebound instruction. Presentations will cover Sandy Hook Promise and the district's Wellness Counseling Program and Plan. The meeting also includes recognition of tenured employees and public expression periods.

• Motion to deny appeal for homebound instruction carried 7-1-1 (Yes: 7, No: Bleckinger, Abstain: Bulan)
• Proposed executive session to discuss employment matters and medical history
• Recognition of 40 tenured employees for 2024-2025
• Presentation on Sandy Hook Promise by Assistant Superintendent Anthony Scanzuso
• Presentation on Wellness Counseling Program and Plan 2024-2025

The Board of Education denied a parent's request for homebound instruction following an executive session. The Board also approved a series of personnel appointments, bid awards for district supplies, and funding for several textbooks.

• Denied appeal for homebound instruction (7-1-1)
• Approved May 27, 2025 Regular Board Meeting minutes
• Approved certified and classified support-staff personnel appointments and resignations
• Approved bid awards for custodial supplies, fire safety services, floor care, medical supplies, and HVAC water treatment
• Approved lease agreements for summer athletic camps
• Resolved to refund the tax certiorari reserve at $550,000
• Re-authorized administrative approval of capital project change orders up to $55,000
• Approved special education and preschool special education placements and services

Williamsville Central School District - Audit Committee Meeting 5:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Audit Committee is meeting to discuss the external audit conducted by Drescher and Malecki. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of audit findings. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• External audit presentation by Drescher and Malecki, represented by Manager Aimee Haensly
• Discussion of audit results with board members Dr. Singh, Mr. Buscaglia, and Mr. Manna

The Audit Committee met to review the agenda with representative Jared Pickard from Drescher and Malecki. No conflicts of interest were reported and management letters were not required.

REGULAR BOARD MEETING 7:00 PM-PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting including a proposed executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation, collective negotiations, and personnel matters. The open session includes presentations on survey reports, a proposed distraction-free school zones policy, a DEI update, and the annual wellness/nutrition report, followed by public expression.

• Proposed executive session for superintendent evaluation, collective negotiations, and employment matters
• Resolution to approve a separation agreement and general release, with a staff resignation effective June 1, 2025
• Presentation of survey reports on communications, strategic plan, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion plan
• Presentation of a proposed Distraction-Free School Zones regulation aligning with Governor Hochul's 2025-26 initiative
• Annual Wellness/Nutrition and Fitness Report compliance summary

The Board of Education unanimously approved a staff separation agreement and the resignation of identified staff effective June 1, 2025. The Board also adopted the results of the May 20 annual district vote and approved the appointment of student ex-officio board members.

• Approved staff Separation Agreement and General Release (Unanimous)
• Adopted May 20, 2025 Annual District Vote results
• Approved high school student Ex-Officio Board Members
• Approved May 13, 2025 Special Board Meeting and Budget Hearing minutes
• Approved certified staff personnel changes, including 12 probationary and 16 summer school appointments
• Approved classified support-staff personnel changes, including 10 appointments and 52 summer school positions
• Accepted $29,069 playground equipment donation for Dodge ES
• Accepted Gaga Pit donations for Heim ES ($5,500), Heim MS ($750), and Maple West ES ($7,268.69)

ANNUAL DISTRICT VOTE - MAY 20, 2025 7:00 AM-9:00 PM

Voters in the Williamsville Central School District will decide on the 2025-2026 proposed budget and elect three board members from five candidates. The vote takes place from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM at Williamsville North High School Gymnasium, 1595 Hopkins Road. Photo ID is required, and voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18, and district residents for 30 days.

• Vote on 2025-2026 proposed school budget
• Election of three school board members for three-year terms (July 1, 2025–June 30, 2028)
• Candidates: Julie Emerson, Mark A. Manna, Philip G. Danielson, Stuart M. Bulan, Christina Bleckinger
• Photo ID required; voter eligibility checked via Erie County Board of Elections database
• Polling location: Williamsville North High School Gymnasium, 1595 Hopkins Road

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING - BUDGET HEARING 6:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a special budget hearing to approve and adopt the 2025-2026 budget notice. The board will also vote on recommended preschool special education placements and services, and approve the minutes from the April 22 regular meeting. Items discussed include the annual vote scheduled for May 20, 2025, and the upcoming school board election.

• Approve and adopt the 2025-2026 budget notice
• Approve recommended preschool special education placements and services for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026
• Annual district vote set for May 20, 2025 at Williamsville North High School
• Five board candidates on the ballot: Julie Emerson, Mark A. Manna, Philip G. Danielson, Stuart M. Bulan, Christina Bleckinger

The Board of Education unanimously approved the 2025-2026 budget notice and the Committee on Pre-School Special Education report. The meeting included a public hearing and presentation regarding the 2025-2026 budget.

• Approved 2025-2026 Budget Notice (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the April 22, 2025 Regular Board Meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved Committee on Pre-School Special Education Board Report for 2025-2026 (Unanimous)

Williamsville Central School District - OnBoarding Committee Meeting 5:00-6:00 PM

The OnBoarding Committee is meeting to provide information and timeline for newly elected Board of Education members. The agenda includes student board member information and mentor details, as well as mandatory trainings scheduled for June 2025 at ECASB. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Discussion of timeline and information for newly elected Board of Education members
• Student board member information and mentor details
• Mandated trainings: Governance Training Part I (June 3) and Part II (June 7), Fiscal Oversight Training Part I (June 24) and Part II (June 28)
• District Clerk Lynn Carey in attendance
• Meeting location: 105 Casey Road, Board Conference Room

The committee discussed logistics for student board members, including mentorship, agenda planning, and reporting structures. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

REGULAR BOARD MEETING and Erie 1 BOCES Administrative Budget Adoption and Erie 1 BOCES Board Member Election 7:00 PM-Proposed Executive Session 6:30 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board will hold a regular meeting including a proposed executive session for employment and collective negotiations, a public review of the revised Code of Conduct, and a budget presentation for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting also includes adoption of the Erie 1 BOCES administrative budget and election of a BOCES board member, though no details on those items are provided in the agenda.

• Proposed executive session on employment matters and collective negotiations
• Public review and forum on the revised 2025-2026 Code of Conduct (adoption scheduled for May 27, 2025)
• Superintendent's community update and budget presentation for 2025-2026 by Assistant Superintendent Michael P. Kelly
• Erie 1 BOCES administrative budget adoption and board member election (as per meeting title, no further details in agenda)
• Recognition of Heim Elementary School Wellness Day and South HS student Carter Kobielski as state swimming champion

The Board of Education nominated David Lowrey for a two-year term as Area 1 Director for the New York State School Boards Association. The board also reviewed the 2025-2026 budget and opened the revised Code of Conduct for a 30-day public comment period.

• Nominated David Lowrey as NYSSBA Area 1 Director (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 11 and March 25, 2025 meetings
• Approved tenure recommendations
• Approved certified staff personnel actions, including 105 summer school appointments
• Approved classified support-staff personnel actions, including 17 appointments and 14 resignations/retirements/terminations

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION 6:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a budget work session to discuss the fourth draft of the 2025-2026 general fund operating budget. The proposed working budget is $242,719,867, a 4.31% decrease from the previous draft, with a tax levy increase of 2.99% (from $144.1M to $148,413,562). The board will also act on a bid award for commissioning services related to the Elementary Air Conditioning Capital Project. A public forum for budget comments is included.

• Working budget total of $242,719,867, down $536,651 from March 11th draft
• Program Continuation increase of $9,979,293 (4.29%), lowered by $856,651 from prior report
• Tax levy increase set at 2.99% ($148,413,562), $431,651 below the maximum allowed
• State aid reduced by $1,231,571 due to cuts in foundation aid and other categories
• Bid award of $199,500 for Commissioning Services on Elementary Air Conditioning Capital Project

The Board unanimously approved a bid award for the Elementary Air Conditioning Capital Project. The meeting also included a presentation of the fourth draft of the 2024-25 estimated budget, which showed no changes since March 12, 2024.

• Approved bid award for Elementary Air Conditioning Capital Project (Unanimous)

Williamsville Central School District - Policy Committee Meeting 4:00-5:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Policy Committee will meet to review the district's policies and compare them against a list of policies required by law or regulation. Board members are assigned specific policy number ranges to examine. A proposed amendment to Policy 1210 is also attached for consideration.

• Review of WCSD policies against E1B list of policies required by law or regulation
• Board member Bulan reviews policies 1650–5633
• Board member Kaczmarek-Bogner reviews policies 5660–6120
• Board member Bleckinger reviews policies 6121–7550
• Proposed amendment to Policy 1210 attached

Committee members reviewed specific pages of the E1B Policy Service List of Policies Required by Law or Regulation. The District Clerk will add the annual review and approval of policies to a future agenda. The committee noted a June retreat to review the Code of Ethics and other policies.

• Reviewed E1B Policy Service List of Policies Required by Law or Regulation
• Scheduled annual policy review and approval for a future agenda
• Scheduled June retreat to review Code of Ethics and other policies

REGULAR BOARD MEETING-BUDGET WORK SESSION 7:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education is holding a regular meeting combined with a budget work session. The main focus is the third draft of the 2025-2026 budget, which shows a $10.8 million program continuation increase, a $990,080 reduction in spending, and a working budget of $243.3 million. The board will also hear presentations on student achievement outcomes and the special education strategic plan, and take public comment.

• 2025-2026 working budget totals $243,256,518, a 4.72% increase from the current year
• Program continuation increase of $10,835,944 (4.66%) with a budget deficit of $320,000
• Tax levy increase capped at 3.29% ($4,745,213) under New York State tax cap
• Student Achievement Outcomes presentation by Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent
• Special Education Strategic Plan presentation by WNYESC and task force members

The Board of Education conducted a budget work session reviewing a working budget of $243,256,518. The session included a report on required expense increases and proposed budget reductions. No final budget was approved during this meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 11, 2025 Regular Board Meeting
• Approved certified staff personnel appointments, leaves, and coaching assignments
• Recessed regular meeting to conduct budget work session (Unanimous)

REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA and BUDGET WORK SESSION 7:00 PM PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a budget work session to review the second draft of the 2025-26 operating budget, showing a $11.8 million program continuation increase and a $2.2 million revenue shortfall. The board also previously decided not to move forward with proposed school start time changes. A proposed executive session will discuss personnel matters and collective negotiations.

• 2025-26 working budget total $244,517,917 with $2,211,099 variance
• Program continuation increase of $11,777,343 (5.06%)
• School start times – Board decided not to move forward with proposal
• Proposed executive session for employment matters and collective negotiations
• Public expression period (three-minute limit, 30-minute cap)

The Board of Education decided not to move forward with a proposal to change school start times. The Board approved a proposal for student board members, amended to ensure only students vote. Additionally, the Board found probable cause for charges against a tenured employee and sought termination.

• Rejected proposal to change school start times
• Approved student board member proposal as amended to allow only student voting (Unanimous)
• Found probable cause for charges against a tenured employee and voted to seek termination (Unanimous)
• Authorized attorneys to file findings of probable cause with State Education Department (Unanimous)
• Requested DEI subcommittee review Rosh Hashanah as a non-public holiday (7-2)

REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA 7:00 PM - PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:00 PM

The Williamsville Central School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a proposed executive session first. Key items include a first presentation on the 2025-26 budget showing a $11,351,381 increase (4.88%) to a working budget of $244,091,955, and a public hearing on $950,000 in repair reserve projects for multiple schools.

• 2025-26 budget development presentation: $11,351,381 program increase, working budget $244,091,955
• Public hearing for $950,000 in repair reserve projects at South HS, East HS, Transit MS, Casey MS, Forest ES, and Lawrence Bell Drive
• Specific repairs: restripe track and crawlspace abatement at South HS, repaint tennis courts at East HS, generator replacement at Transit MS, folding door replacement at Casey MS, paint energy panels at Forest ES, parking lot resurfacing at Lawrence Bell Drive
• Proposed executive session to discuss employment matters and collective negotiations

The Board received a presentation on estimated General Fund operating budget increases of $11,351,381 for 2025-26. A public hearing was held regarding a $950,000 Repair Reserve funding request for various school buildings and sites. The Board also approved personnel changes and the December 10, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of December 10, 2024 Regular Board Meeting
• Approved certified staff personnel actions including retirements, resignations, and appointments
• Approved tenure recommendations
• Approved classified support-staff personnel actions including 8 appointments and 13 resignations/retirements/terminations
• Entered executive session to discuss collective negotiations and employment matters (Unanimous)