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Page 50 February 11, 1975 The regular meeting of the Lexington School Committee came to order at 1:00 p.m. at the school administration building. Present were Mrs. Berchtold, Mrs. Davison, Mrs. Swanson, Mr. Rotberg and Mr. Wadsworth. Also present were Mr. Barnes, Mr. Maclnnes, Hr. Spiris, Dr. Monderer and Dr. Fobert. COMMITTEE ON A brief discussion was held on the number of suggested members for the STUDENT committee on student redistributuion. Remarks were also made regarding the REDISTRIBUTION charge and membership of other citizen committees. The superintendent reviewed the Budget Summaries for Alternatives 1, 2, and 3. The changes were a result of decreases in EDCO, Data Processing, Project Local, Computer Center. Increases were noted in Computer Instruction and acoustical tile for Adams and Parker. The net result under Alternative #1 was a $1761 decrease in the expense budget. Committee members asked about the cost of keeping staff constant. THE BUDGET The superintendent responded that by adding $180,000 to Alt. #1 this could be done. This figure would represent the cost of 15 teachers. The figure for the percent increase for negotiations were discussed. The superintendent said he had been in contact with Mr. Alan Miller. It was noted that the figure for the cost of living for the Boston area would be released on 2/21/75. The effect on the 1975-76 budget can then be noted since this will determine the increase in salaries. The superintendent stated that he has been finalizing the Ch 766 Budget with Drs. Guldager and Monderer. The superintendent will make his recommendations shortly. Questions were raised as to how to allocate funds to accounts. The function of the school committee in this area was discussed. The superintendent stated that policy decisions should be goals and for his direction. Mrs. Swanson said that the school committee should not interfere with reallocation of funds within accounts. This account and alternatives were discussed. Mr. Maclnnes gave an over- view of the proposed budget as follows: PLANT MAINTENANCE 4210-4 Plantings, resurfacing, hot topping are among items to be completed in this account. 4220-4a-b Reduction in plumbing is contingent on hiring a plumber on staff as recommended. A review of repairs and replacement (doors, burners, etc. ) at several schools was outlined. Acoustical tile at Adams and Parker was added for an additional $1400. 4210-5 Mr. Rotberg asked if an advisory committee could be formed to obtain funds for the purpose of beautifying the other schools. This resource could assist in plantings etc. Mrs. Swanson noted the beautification committee now formed is not just for the high school and their services can be expanded. However, a job well-done at one school should be a priority before involving other schools.