Longmeadow public meetings in 2021
53 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
School Committee
The School Committee’s Negotiations Sub-Committee is holding a special meeting. The body will determine a chair and enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for Unit A.
- Collective bargaining strategy for Unit A
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Committee will review available funds and current year applications. The body will also examine progress and final reports for outstanding projects.
- Review of available funds
- Review of this year's applications
- Review of outstanding project final and progress reports
School Committee
The School Committee will review various administrator and sub-committee reports. Discussion topics include the FY23 budget, test and stay protocols, and MSBA meeting follow-up.
- FY22 Year-to-Date Budget Report
- FY22 Revolving Account Report
- FY22 Grants and Special Revenues Budget Revision
- FY23 Budget Discussion
- School Improvement Plans Presentation
School Committee
The Finance Subcommittee is meeting to review budget reports and recommend transfers for the FY22 General Fund and Grants and Special Revenue accounts. The body will also discuss the FY23 budget and a building use request.
- Recommendation for Pioneer Valley Swim League Championships building use
- General Fund Budget Transfer #1
- Grants and Special Revenue Transfer #2
- FY22 Revolving Account Report
- Executive session for collective bargaining strategy regarding Units A, B, C, D, E, F, H, and Non-bargaining Personnel
School Committee
The Wolf Swamp Road School Council will meet to review and approve the 2021-2023 School Improvement Plan. The meeting includes reports from the principal regarding enrollment, staffing, and COVID-19 updates.
- Approval of 2021-2023 School Improvement Plan
- Review of draft WSR Improvement Plan
- Principal's report on enrollment and staffing
School Committee
The council will meet via Zoom to review previous meeting minutes and discuss topics including a conversation regarding the middle school. Members will also receive feedback on the 21-23 School Improvement Plan (SIP).
- Approval of October 27, 2021, meeting minutes
- Middle School conversation with Dr. O’Shea
- SIP 21-23 feedback
School Committee
The council will review the role of the Substance Use Counselor and wellness education. Members will also discuss updating the current school dress code to include gender-neutral language.
- Review of Substance Use Counselor role and wellness/health education
- Discussion of LHS dress code language updates
School Committee
The School Committee is holding a SEAL meeting via Zoom. Meg Tucker, the School Adjustment Counselor from Williams Middle School, will present on signs and symptoms of anxiety and provide resources. The meeting also includes an update on the Blueberry School glider.
- Presentation by Meg Tucker on anxiety symptoms and supports
- Update on Blueberry School glider
Community Preservation Committee
The Committee will review available funds and conduct an initial review of this year's applications. Members will also discuss outstanding projects, including final reports, progress reports, and stale projects.
- Review of available funds
- Initial review of current year applications
- Setting meeting dates with applicants
- Review of outstanding project reports
School Committee
The Longmeadow Public Schools School Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board and Finance Committee. The primary purpose of this session is to start the budget development process for Fiscal Year 2023.
- Joint meeting with Select Board and Finance Committee regarding FY23 budget development
School Committee
The Longmeadow Public Schools School Committee will review the FY23 budget calendar and instructions. The body will also discuss mask policies and a grant application for Center School windows.
- FY23 Budget and Budget Instructions and Calendar
- Letter of Support for CPA Grant Application for Center School Windows
- Review of Longmeadow High School Mask Optional Plan
- Suspension of EBCFA Face Masks
- Memorandum of Agreement with Longmeadow Education Association
School Committee
The Wolf Swamp Road School Council will meet to discuss school operations and planning. The body will review the District Improvement Plan and a draft of the WSR Improvement Plan.
- Review of District Improvement Plan
- Review of draft WSR Improvement Plan
- Principal's report on enrollment, staffing, and COVID updates
School Committee
The Longmeadow Public Schools School Committee will meet to receive administrator and sub-committee reports. The meeting includes an executive session to prepare for collective bargaining with union personnel (Units A, C, and E).
- Discussion of Mask Policy
- Curriculum Sub-committee assignments
- Executive session for collective bargaining strategy (Units A, C, E)
- Consideration of releasing executive session minutes from November 9, 2021
School Committee
The Williams Middle School Council is meeting to conduct a final review and approval of the two-year School Improvement Plan (SIP). The committee will also discuss the School Climate Survey, the Scheduling Committee, and handbook revisions.
- Final review and approval of 2 year School Improvement Plan (SIP)
- Discussion of School Climate Survey
- Discussion of Scheduling Committee
- Discussion of handbook revisions
School Committee
The School Committee will meet via Zoom to introduce new Assistant Principals and Special Education Supervisors. These administrators will discuss programs offered at elementary schools.
- Introduction of new Assistant Principals and Special Education Supervisors
- Discussion of elementary school programs
School Committee
The Longmeadow Public Schools School Committee will meet to review administrator and sub-committee reports. The body will discuss ongoing business regarding the mask policy and the District Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Council. An executive session is scheduled for collective bargaining strategy and the release of previous meeting minutes.
- Superintendent's Annual Plan
- Mask Policy
- LPS District Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Council
- Collective bargaining strategy sessions for union personnel (Unit A, B, C, D, E, F, H)
- Release of executive session minutes from October 26, 2021
School Committee
The Curriculum Sub-Committee is meeting to review leveling at Longmeadow High School. The session also includes the approval of minutes from June 10 and October 12, 2021.
- Review of leveling at Longmeadow High School
School Committee
The High School Council will meet to finalize the verbiage of the School Improvement Plan. The body will also discuss the student handbook and dress code.
- Finalization of School Improvement Plan (SIP) verbiage
- VOG/NEASC update
- Initial discussion regarding Student Handbook and Dress Code
School Committee
The Evaluation Sub-Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss the Superintendent’s Annual Plan for 2021-2022. This is a sub-committee meeting of the Longmeadow School Committee.
- Approval of June 15, 2021 minutes
- Discussion of Superintendent’s Annual Plan 2021-2022
School Committee
The Blueberry Hill School Council is meeting to review the draft of the 2021-2023 School Improvement Plan. The body will also discuss an Eagle Scout project involving a Gaga Pit.
- School Improvement Plan 2021-2023: DRAFT
- Eagle Scout Project (Gaga Pit)
- Approval of June 14, 2021 meeting minutes
School Committee
The School Council is meeting to establish goals for the year and develop a two-year School Improvement Plan (SIP). Members will also review the CLEE Equity Audit Report and community survey results.
- Development of 2 year School Improvement Plan (SIP)
- Review of CLEE Equity Audit Report Executive Summary
- Review of Community Survey Results
- Discussion of upcoming School Climate Survey
- Discussion of Scheduling Committee
School Committee
The School Committee Policy Sub-Meeting will meet to select a sub-committee chair and review several existing policies. The session includes a review of guidelines regarding solicitations, advertising, and face masks.
- Review of KHA – Public Solicitations in the Schools
- Review of KHB – Advertising in the Schools
- Review of JJE – Student Fund Raising Activities
- Review of JP – Student Gifts and Solicitations
- Review of EBCFA – Face Masks
School Committee
The Longmeadow Public Schools School Committee will review reports from the Superintendent and various sub-committees. The meeting includes discussions on budget transfers, facility use, and the FY23 capital projects list. An executive session is scheduled for collective bargaining strategy and legal compliance.
- FY23 Capital Projects List
- Budget Transfer/Budget Revisions
- Facility Use Requests
- Student Activity Account sub-account authorization
- Tax Ceiling Task Force representation
School Committee
The Finance Subcommittee will discuss the FY22 year-to-date budget and FY23 budget requests. The body is considering recommendations for the School Committee regarding budget transfers and capital projects.
- General Fund Budget Transfer #1 and Grants and Special Revenue Transfer #2
- FY23 capital project requests
- Student Activity Accounts sub-account authorization
- Building use requests for National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Park and Rec Youth Basketball
- Special Education program and staffing discussion
School Committee
The School Committee’s Negotiations Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining. The primary discussion is scheduled for executive session to protect the body's bargaining position.
- Collective bargaining strategy for Units A, B, C, D, E, F, and H
School Committee
The sub-committee will meet to reorganize and vote on a new Chair. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Elementary Math Curriculum and the High School Program of Studies.
- Vote for new Chair of sub-committee
- Elementary Math Curriculum discussion
- High School Program of Studies discussion
School Committee
The Longmeadow Public Schools School Committee will meet to discuss the District Improvement Plan, charter changes, and advertising on school grounds. The committee will also hold an executive session to prepare for collective bargaining with union personnel.
- District Improvement Plan
- Charter Changes
- Advertising on School Grounds
- Select Board Racial Justice Task Force Report
- Collective bargaining strategy sessions for Units A, B, C, D, E, F, and H
School Committee
The LHS School Council is meeting to introduce members and review the council's scope. The body will discuss school year updates and review the current and draft School Improvement Plans.
- Review of existing School Improvement Plan
- Review of draft School Improvement Plan for period beginning Dec 1, 2022
- Updates on Covid mitigation logistics
- NEASC updates
School Committee
The Longmeadow Public Schools School Committee will review FY21 end-of-year balances and FY22 grant revisions. The body will also discuss district and school goals, advertising on school grounds, and the resignation of the school physician.
- FY21 End of Year Balance Report
- FY22 Grants and Special Revenues Budget Revision
- Discussion on advertising on school grounds
- School physician resignation
- Collective bargaining strategy session for union personnel (Units A, B, C, D, E, F, H)
Community Preservation Committee
The committee will meet to elect officers and review available funds. Members will set deadlines and meeting dates for this year's applications and review progress on outstanding projects.
- Election of officers
- Review of available funds
- Setting deadlines and meeting dates for annual applications
- Review of final and progress reports for outstanding projects
School Committee
The Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss end-of-year balances for the FY21 General Fund and Revolving Account. The body may recommend that the School Committee approve FY22 grant awards and revised Building Use rates.
- FY21 General Fund end of year balance
- Final Revolving Account Report
- FY22 grant awards
- Grants and Special Revenues Budget Transfer #1
- FY22 Building Use rates
Recycling Commission
The Recycling Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss operations at the Recycling Center and Swap Shop.
- Operations at the Recycling Center
- Operations at the Swap Shop
School Committee
The Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the FY21 General Fund end-of-year balance and the Final Revolving Account Report. The body may recommend that the School Committee accept FY22 grant awards and approve revised Building Use rates for FY22.
- FY21 General Fund end-of-year balance
- Final Revolving Account Report
- FY22 grant awards and Grants and Special Revenues Budget Transfer #1
- Policy KF regarding Building Use
- Revised FY22 Building Use rates
School Committee
The School Committee will hold a mini-retreat to discuss district and school goals. The meeting includes reports on FY21 end-of-year balances and revolving funds, as well as the acceptance of FY22 grants.
- FY21 End of Year Balance Report – Turn Back
- FY21 Final Revolving Fund Report
- Acceptance of FY22 Grants
- FY22 Grants and Special Revenues Budget Revision
- Building Use Rates FY22
School Committee
The Longmeadow School Committee Policy Sub-Committee is meeting to select a chair and review specific district policies. The session includes a review of policies regarding face masks and the community use of school facilities.
- Election of sub-committee Chair
- Review of policy EBCFA regarding Face Masks
- Review of policy KF regarding Community Use of School Facilities
School Committee
The Longmeadow Public Schools School Committee will meet to discuss the re-opening of schools and the facemask policy (File EBCFA). The committee will also review the District Improvement Plan and facility use requests.
- Discussion on school re-opening and Facemask Policy (File EBCFA)
- Review of District Improvement Plan
- Facility Use Requests
Building Committee
The committee will receive status updates regarding the Department of Public Works (DPW) and the Adult Center. The meeting includes a tour of the exterior of the Adult Center and an update on Storrs.
- Update on DPW
- Adult Center status and exterior tour
- Update on Storrs
School Committee
The School Committee will meet to discuss the re-opening of schools and review facility use requests. The meeting includes reports from the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent for Learning, and the Evaluation Sub-Committee.
- Discussion on the re-opening of schools
- Review of facility use requests
- Evaluation Sub-Committee report
School Committee
The School Committee will conduct its annual reorganization and review the suspension of mask policy BGF. The agenda includes administrative reports and discussions regarding summer meeting schedules and student tuition requests.
- Re-organization of the School Committee
- Review of Suspension of Mask Policy for Policy BGF
- School Committee Summer Meeting Schedule
- School Committee Assignments
- Tuition Student Request
Building Committee
The Building Committee is meeting to receive progress updates on the Adult Center and DPW projects. The body will consider Potential Change Orders (PCOs) for the Adult Center and discuss the Storrs roof and Edgerly building at Wolf Swamp.
- Adult Center progress and Potential Change Orders (PCOs)
- DPW update on remaining items
- Storrs roof discussion
- Edgerly building at Wolf Swamp discussion
School Committee
The Finance Subcommittee is meeting to review the year-to-date FY21 budget and food service program financials. The body will consider a vote to recommend FY21 end-of-year budget transfers. Members will also review requests for building use of Longmeadow High School facilities.
- FY21 End of Year Budget Transfers vote
- FY22 Food Service program contract renewal
- Building use request: Pioneer Valley Volleyball Academy (LHS gym)
- Building use request: Mountain River Taiko (LHS auditorium)
- Building use request: Springfield Symphony Youth Orchestra (LHS classrooms and auditorium)
Building Committee
The committee will review outstanding items from the DPW and status updates for the Adult Center and Storrs Library. The meeting includes a review of potential change orders for the Adult Center.
- DPW outstanding items review
- Adult Center status and PCO review
- Storrs Library status update
Recycling Commission
The Recycling Commission is meeting via Zoom to discuss details for a town-wide shredding event scheduled for May 8, 2021. The meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2021, at 4:00 PM.
- Discussion of details for the town-wide shredding event on May 8, 2021
Building Committee
The committee will review the status of Department of Public Works items and potential change orders. The meeting also includes a status update on the Adult Center and the Storrs Library roof project.
- DPW review/status/PCO
- Adult Center review status/PCO's
- Storrs Library roof project
- Walk thru – Adult Center
Building Committee
The Building Committee is meeting to address Proposed Change Orders (PCOs) for the DPW and AC. The committee will also discuss the Storrs roofing project.
- DPW Proposed Change Orders (PCOs)
- AC Proposed Change Orders (PCOs)
- Storrs roofing project
Recycling Commission
The Recycling Commission will meet via Zoom to review the Longmeadow Recycling Brochure. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the spring opening of the Recycling Center.
- Review of the Longmeadow Recycling Brochure
- Discussion of the Spring opening of the Recycling Center
Building Committee
The Building Committee is meeting to discuss the status of several municipal projects. The agenda includes reviews of the DPW, Adult Center, and Storrs Library.
- Status of DPW and possible PCO
- Adult Center PCOs
- Flooring
- Status of Storrs Library
- Feasibility Study
Building Committee
The Building Committee is meeting to conduct site visits. The agenda consists of tours of the Community House and Town Hall.
- Tour of Community House
- Tour of Town Hall
Building Committee
The Building Committee is meeting to discuss the status and Potential Change Orders (PCOs) for the DPW and Adult Center projects.
- DPW status and PCO
- Adult Center status and PCOs
Building Committee
The Building Committee is meeting to review minutes and discuss specific project updates. The agenda includes items regarding the Adult Center and the Department of Public Works (DPW).
- Adult Center - PCO – FRP at gym
- DPW discussion
Community Preservation Committee
The committee is meeting to review and vote on this year's applications. Members will also review final and progress reports for outstanding projects.
- Voting on current year applications
- Review of outstanding project final reports
- Review of outstanding project progress reports
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Commission is holding an annual public hearing to gather input on projects submitted for funding. These projects will be considered for funding at the Annual Town Meeting in May 2021.
- Public hearing for community preservation project funding
Building Committee
The Building Committee is meeting to perform a final walk-through of the new DPW on Dwight Rd. before it opens. The committee will also discuss furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) and small potential change orders (PCOs) for the Adult Center.
- Final walk-through of new DPW on Dwight Rd.
- Discussion of Adult Center FF&E
- Discussion of Adult Center small PCOs