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Some members of the Committee offered suggestions, and noted that if they were made aware of a need, perhaps they could broker a connection. Details on this project can be found as Attachment E. c. School Choice Dr. Bouquillon noted that the School Committee must decide this by the June 1 deadline,but he is still exploring whether there could be selective choice,to address the 9th grade enrollment challenges. It was pointed out that the $5,000/student hasn't changed since 1993, and that once in the school, a student would remain in. No vote was taken,but this item will be on the next agenda for consideration. 5. SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT,Ford Spalding a. Meetings to Date Mr. Spalding had included a list of meetings held to date with the packet. b. Update on Schedule,Budget,and Submissions Mr. Spalding asked the Superintendent to join him to present information presented to the Lincoln Planning Board on March 28,2017. The Superintendent presented information on the overall site;the site development; site modifications; site utilities on the campus and in Lincoln; overall height; details related to the flyloft, including purpose,what it looks like,what the design is,why it is critical, and its height; site screening with trees; light control,and he summarized the details outlined in the letter to Lincoln related to the Dover Amendment rights. He noted that the next Planning Board meeting will be April 11,2017, and that he anticipates the discussion will wrap up and the permit process will move along. He noted also that with the construction project anticipated to begin soon,Minuteman's Child Development Center will be moving back on site next fall. His full presentation can be found as Attachment F. Mr. Spalding noted that to date,the project is on time and on budget as we move through Module 6. The Design Development documents were submitted to MSBA on March 14,2017,and we are waiting for approval. He pointed out that due to security,this document is not on the website,but is available for perusal in the School Committee Office. Once this is approved,he explained,the project moves into Module 7,Construction. In preparation, early bid packages are underway;the actual schedule depends on the permitting process from the Town of Lincoln,but that as first steps,the ground will be cleared and the foundation work will begin. He explained that he does not anticipate any roadblocks. He explained that consultants are being hired,and that Minuteman will cover the cost. He noted that there has been no formal discussion about the Dover Amendment letter that was sent to Lincoln Planning Board yet. He also asked people to save the date of June 14 for a groundbreaking event,to be detailed soon. He described cost estimate activity,commitment of the team, and that over 100 meetings have been held. He noted that funds from MSBA and from various grants through Steve Sharek's efforts will contribute to funding the project. He emphasized that everyone is working hard toward the goal of a Fall,2019 occupancy. 6.ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT,Kevin Mahoney a. FY 17 Budget Update: Review of Financial Reports, as of 2.28.17 Mr.Mahoney referenced the Financial Report documents dated 2.28.17,included in the packet. He called attention to the comments,and noted that the results are not a surprise. He noted that the delay in the District Wide Ballot(resulting in postponing the need to pay debt service)and the 3 staff positions that 4