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Page 37 February 2, 1976 Mr. Brown questioned the reason for the increase at the elementary level when this is where the pupil decline is greatest. Dr. Wadsworth felt that the cut was too drastic. He MOVED: to amend Mrs. Berchtold's motion, setting an approximate ceiling of $15,000 on that item (Brown seconded) It was VOTED: to accept the amended motion, setting an approximate ceiling of $15,000 on the 2600-5b account (Media purchase). Mr. Maclnnes asked to be allowed a certain leeway with that figure so that equitable per pupil amounts could be established. The Committee agreed that this was the spirit of the motion. Discussion of the #2800 (Psychological) account was postponed until the testing report is received. Dr. Rotberg asked whether the #3300 (Transportation) account should reflect an anticipated decrease in state reimbursement. Mr. Maclnnes responded that reimbursement does not affect the item as it appears in this budget. In discussing the #4100 (Operation of Plant) account, Dr. Rotberg mentioned that suggested restrictions on use of heat and electricity adopted during the fuel crisis two years ago might be appropriate money- saving measures even now. Mr. Maclnnes agreed that it might be a good idea to re-issue that memo as a reminder to conserve. In discussing the #7210-20 (Maintenance of Plant) account, Mrs. Swanson questioned the increase in the #4210-4 (Grounds) account. Mr. Maclnnes indicated that this involved some planned paving which he hoped would be both preventive maintenance and improvement of appearance at several schools. Mrs. Swanson asked whether this could be contracted to the town. Mr. Maclnnes said that it was usually contracted out due to the magnitude of the job, but that the contracts were bid through the town. In discussing #4220-4b (Repair and Replacement) , Dr. Wadsworth MOVED: to delete from the item the replacement of oil burner and con- trols at Munroe School. (Brown, seconded) He contended that such replacement seemed unwise at this time, given the uncertainty of school closings. He noted that the burners were functioning and Mr. Maclnnes assured him that repairs could be made in the event of an emergency. The Committee VOTED: to delete from item #4220-4b the replacement of oil burner and controls at Munroe School. (Wadsworth, Brown, Unanimous)