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Page 77 April 12, 1976 Mrs. Swanson said that she and others had experienced serious reser- vations about the Guidance Report, but a change would require a study prior to any action. She stated she shared Mr. Brown's concern and hoped next year a study would produce appropriate changes. By consensus the .6 Guidance Counselor was retained in the 1976-1977 budget. Mr. Brown noted that he would like to see a saving of $11,400 in MAINTENANCE this area. He declared in favor of adding 1 maintenance man with 1i- STAFF cense and decrease some of the maintenance requests. Mr. Spiris explained that for a long period of time the Expense Budget had been cut to offset the Personal Services Budget. This mode of operation needed change because the effects were beginning to show-- repairs, paint, etc., all needing attention. Mrs Swanson asked Mr. MacInnes the cost of the overtime for mainte- nance men presently. He responded that it was about $20,000. Mr. Michelman inquired as to whether some or all of this cost would be eliminated with an additional person. Mr. MacInnes replied that some time would but not all. Dr. Rotberg commented that it was difficult to assess the need for maintenance because there was little information on the role. He felt more efficiency was needed and felt some details for more efficient use should accompany such a request for additional staff. Mr. Wadsworth said that the School Committee had an obligation to the townspeople to protect the investment in the buildings. Presently the buildings were in desperate need of maintenance. Mr. Brown said he was in favor of-the goals to improve plant, but would like to reduce some of the increases in the budget. Mr. Brown moved: to approve the addition of 1 maintenance man in the next fiscal year and reduce the maintenance budget by $19,000. The motion was seconded by Dr. Rotberg. After a brief discussion a vote was called on the motion: Yes - Brown No - Swanson, Michelman, Rotberg, Wadsworth Mr. Spiris referred the committee to the information provided in TYPEWRITERS the agenda pertaining to the conditions of typewriters at the secondary level. He noted the need to return to a definite plan of replacement rather than continue as is. Dr. Rotberg moved: to reduce the typewriter budget of $15,450 by $5,000. The motion was seconded by Mr. Michelman.