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August 27, 1980
A meeting of the Lexington School Committee was held on Wednesday,
August 27, 1980 at 8:00 p.m. in the School Administration Building.
Present were: Shaw, Gaudet , Swanson, Michelman, Brown. Also present
were: Lawson, Pierson, Maclnnes, DiGaimmarino, Monderer, Barnes.
It was
VOTED: to accept the minutes of April 15, 1980 as amended. (Swanson, MINUTES
Michelman, Unanimous) APRIL 15, 1980
VOTED: to accept the minutes of May 6, 1980 as amended. (Michelman MAY 6, 1980
Gaudet , Unanimous)
VOTED: to accept the minutes of May 21, 1980 as amended. (Swanson, MAY 21, 1980
Gaudet , Unanimous)
VOTED: to accept the minutes of June 3, 1980 as amended. (Swanson, June 3, 1980
Gaudet, Unanimous)
VOTED: to accept the minutes of June 9, 1980 as amended. (Swanson, June 9, 1980
Gaudet , Unanimous)
VOTED: to accept the minutes of July 1, 1980 as amended. (Swanson, July 1, 1980
Michelman, Unanimous)
VOTED: to accept the minutes of July 29, 1980 as presented. July 29, 1980
(Michelman, Swanson, Unanimous)
The financial statement was discussed. FINANCIAL
STATEMENT
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, it was
VOTED: to accept the schedule of payments as listed on the attached SCHEDULE OF
sheet. (Swanson, Gaudet , Unanimous) PAYMENTS
VOTED: to accept new personnel. (certified) (Swanson, Michelman, Un- NEW PERSONNEL
animous) (See attached sheet) (See attached sheet) (CERTIFIED)
VOTED: to accept the personnel changes (certified) as listed on the PERSONNEL
attached sheet. (Swanson, Gaudet , Unanimous) CHANGES
(CERTIFIED)
The Superintendent reviewed the process for filing the vacancy POSITION OF
of Administrator of Special Education. He noted there were 78 appli- ADMINISTRATOR
cants. Of these applicants, three were present employees in the OF SPECIAL
Lexington Schools. The initial screening of these applicants was con- EDUCATION
pleted by Jack Monderer, Geoff Pierson, Dick Barnes and the Superin-
tendent. From this group, 23 were selected for interviews with Jack
Monderer and Dick Barnes. As a result of these interviews, seven
outside candidates and two local candidates were selected for compre-
hensive interviews by the eight-person Advisory Screening Committee
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which consisted of two parents, two teachers (one regular elementary
classroom teacher, and one secondary special educator) , two principals
,(one elementary and one secondary) , Jack Monderer, and Dick Barnes.
Following each of the eight interviews (one candidate withdrew) , the
Advisory Committee members independently rated each candidate on a
special form developed for this purpose. At the conclusion of the
total interview process, interviewers placed each candidate into an
acceptable or unacceptable category.
Dick Barnes consolidated the ratings received by each of the eight
candidates and submitted them with all rating sheets to the Superitndent .
After reviewing the evaluations, the Superintendent interviewed Paul
Lombard and the second recommended choice by the Advisory Committee. Paul
received the highest cumulative rating of all eight candidates from the
Committee. He was the only candidate to receive acceptable ratings from
all members of the Screening Committee and was the first choice of five
members. The candidate who ranked second was the first choice of one in-
terviewer and was tied for first in the ratings of two others.
Therefore, based on the evaluation of the Advisory Committee and
assessment of the candidates, the Superintendent recoumiended that Paul
Lombard be appointed for the position of Administrator of Special Ed-
ucation and recommended him, effective September 1, 1980, at the annual
salary of $31,645.
The Superintendent added that Paul had extensive experience as an
administrator dealing with special needs students as principal at Munroe
and Estabrook Schools, as Director of the ESEA Title I Summer Reading
Program since 1976, as Assistant Principal at Adams School from 1971-
74, and with the EdCo and Design Lab programs as a teacher. In Addition,
Paul was a summer camp counselor for several years, which involved staff
supervision and working with special needs students. Paul's credentials
also included extensive experiences in supervision and evaluation of
staff. His many involvements in committee work (Kindergarten Screening,
Report Card Revision, Child Abuse, Basic Skills, Role of Specialists,
etc.) add to his value within the system.
It was
VOTED:
VOTED: to accept the personnel changes (classified) as listed on PERSONNEL
the attached sheet . (Gaudet, Shaw, Unanimous) CHANGES
(CLASSIFIED)
VOTED: to elect the staff as listed on the attached sheet, for RE-ELECTION
the 1980-81 school year at the step and level indicated. OF STAFF
(Michelman, Swanson, Unanimous)
VOTED: to accept the following coaching appointments as listed COACHING
on the attached sheet. (Michelman, Swanson, Unanimous) SALARIES
1980-81
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VOTED: to appoint Theodora Shrock as Assistant Coordinator of Adult ADULT EDUCATION
Education Daytime Program. (Michelman, Swanson, Unanimous DAYTIME
COORDINATOR
Dr. Lawson noted that since the positions of Team Leader and LEADERSHIP
Senior Teachers were not being filled, the Leadership stipends
were recommended:
VOTED: to award leadership stipends to those persons listed on the
attached sheet. (Swanson, Michelman, Unanimous)
Mr.Barnes presented the report on substitutes. He noted the
following items had been revieved to prepare for the new rate SUBSTITUTE
recommendations: PROGRAM
A. Surveyed last year's substitutes
B. Discussed the issues with some substitutes
C. Surveyed nearby towns for rates for 1980-81
D. Reviewed research and local absenteeism/substitute needs
E. Surveyed the distance (towns of residence) from which
substitutes come to Lexington
F. Planned a workshop for citizens wishing to learn about
schools/substituting
G. Completed a revision of the handbook for substitutes
H. Structured guidelines for principals to work with substitutes
I. Developed a substitute evaluation
The Superintendent and School Committee voiced support and
enthusiasm for the program.
VOTED: to establish substitute rates for 1980-81 as follows: (Shaw,
Swanson, Unanimous)
A. Daily rate
1 - 9 days $30.00
10+ 35.00
(This is an increase of $5 .00 for 1-9 day rate and an
increase of $8.00 for the 10+ days.)
B. Daily rate in same position (day to day basis)
1 - 9 days $30.00
10+ days 35.00
21+ days 67.18 (B-1)
60+ days Degree and step dependent upon experience
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C. Specific time limit at date of hire (same position)
1-9 days $30.00
1-20 days 35.00
1-59 days 67.18 (B-1)
60+ days Degree and step dependent upon experience
VOTED: that purchase orders for printed forms be placed with the BIDS-
companies as listed on the attached sheet as being the low FORMS
that a purchase order for microcomputers be place with New MICROCOMPUTERS
England Electronics Company for the amount of $2919.95 (See
attached sheet)
'that a purchase order for drapes and rods be placed with DRAPES-RODS
Major Theater Equipment Corporation in the amount of $4561
as listed on the attached sheet.
that a purchase order be placed for hot water heaters HOT WATER
with Combustion Service Company of New England in the amount HEATERS
of $9535 as listed on the attached sheet .
that all special transportation trips be awarded to Common- SPECIAL
wealth Coach Company as listed on the attached sheet . TRANSPORTATION
(Michelman, Shaw,Unanimous)
VOTED: that the price of milk be increased to 10Q per 2,2 pint for the 1980-81MILK PRICES
1980-81 school year. (See attached sheet)
The Superintendent introduced the report and noted the two programs EXTENDED
were similar to Bridge School's Program. He had reviewed the details DAY PROGRAM
with representatives and recommended to the School Committee that they HARRINGTONBOWMAN
be approved.
It was
VOTED: to approve the Extended Day Program for Harrington and Bowman
School parents as requested. (Swanson, Michelman, Unanimous)
The third annual report of the B.U. Cluster Program was pre- REPORTS -
sented. Kay Dillmore was present to respond to questions and comments. B.U. CLUSTER
Compliments were extended from the Superintendent and School Committee
to the program directors.
The final report of the Summer Reading Program was presented to TITLE I
the School Committee for its information. READING PROGRAM
The annual Driver Education Report was given by Mr. Barnes in DRIVER
DRIVERION
Mr. Coules ' absence.
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It was recommended that Lexington continue to use the services of
Rowe Chevrolet, if they could match the local commercial rate of $117/
student. Dr. Lawson and Mr. Barnes said they would contact Mr. Rowe
upon his return.
VOTED: to authorize the Superintendent to award the Driver Education
contract to G. Rowe at the rate of $117/per student. (Swanson,
Gaudet, Unanimous)
Dr. Pierson presented a status report of the Curriculum Advisory CURRICULUM
Committee. He reviewed the functions and plans for the groups. He ADVISORY
said further program reports would be presented. COMMITTEE
The Superintendent announced that the 1980-81 Metco budget had METCO
been approved by the State in the amount of $584, 124. BUDGET
The Annual Statistical Report of Health Services was presented ANNUAL REPORT
to the School Committee for its information. HEALTH
SERVICES
A progress report of energy conservation measures in the schools
was presented. Topics covered were oil burners, insulation, lighting, ENERGY
and enclosures. The report showed that most items were 80-90% com- CONSERVATION
plete or completed. Only one item at Hastings Schools had not been
started.
A copy of the 1980-81 Master Calendar was presented. MASTER
CALENDAR
The Superintendent requested that School Committee members for- SCHOOL
ward proposed 80/81 priorities to him. He would compile a list for COMMITTEE
School Committee members to review at a September meeting. PRIORITIES
VOTED: to adjourn at 10:01 p.m. (Michelman, Swanson, Unanimous)
Respectfully submitted,
Richard H. Barnes
Recordi /Secretary
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The following schedules of posylrents rere available for scrutiny and
,approval prior to this meeting:
8013001,
PA ,,: . PLEGETS
Personal Services .
July 4 1980 Classified Payrolls #' $1,747,03
July 4, 1980 2..0 24. 447,36
July 18, 1980 3-0 4R,254,17
July 11, 1960 Professional Payrolls #1 31,174,59
July 25, 1980 #2 40,507, 77
August 8, 1980 #3 32,698,96
Expenses
July 18, 1980 Bill Schedules 6 5,717063
July 18, 1980 #7 2,009,21
July 18, 1930 ;t8 18,281.86
i.. July 18, 1980 #9 5,184,04
July l$, 1980 #10 5,137,00
July 25, 1980 . #11 4,410 97
July 25, 1980 #12 3,507,85
July 25, 1980 #13 19,20
July 25, 1980 04 5,382,18
July 25, 1980 #15 36,895,10
July o > 25, 1980 06 15,435.78
July 25, 1980 #17 8,369,87
August 1, 1980 #18 6,631,62
August 1, 1980 09 3,393,86
August 3, 1980 #20 7,766,84
August 8, 1980 #21 5,610,70
August 8, 1980 02 6,750,08
August 15, 1980 1:x23 4,670,63
August 15, 1980 #24 4,649,53
August 15, 1980 '25 4,215,10
August 15, 1980 #26 10,292,31
August 15, 1980 `27 817„223
August 15, 1980 /1,26 2,23274
August 15, 1930 #29 1,875,08
August 15, 1980 #30 14,972, 72
August 22, 1950 #31 15.112,48
August 22, 1980 #32 2,343,55
August 22, 1980 =.'i33 5,637.95
August. 22, 1980 #34 8,279,73
August 22, 1980 05 305,00
Expenses (Carryover)
July 18, 1930 Lill Schedules #307 1,105.57
July 18, 1980 #308 4,584,56
July 18, 1980 #309 847.,93
July 18, 1980 #310 317,45
' . July 25, 1980 #311 25,947,02
July 25, 1980 #312 2,338,28
August 8, 1960 . #313 3, 416,60
August 15, 1980 #A314 34,705,35
August 15, 1930 ,f315 16,212,95
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CL' of a°.:e Travel (Carryover)
August 6, 1580 Lill Schedule e #'24 #24 225.00
SPECIAL PRCGUL.'._S. __NON--LEXI?NGTOU FUNDS
Driver Education
July 11, 1980 Professional Payroll 1,674,,18
August 22, 1980 Bill Schedule #1 374,85
etcotogtam
July 18, 1980 Bill schedule (79-GC) #21 200„00
July 18, 1980 (80 -3l) 01 100,91
July 33, 1980 }-e T.: ii OB.a l Payrolls 962.38
J_,1.- 25, 1930 - 733.98
August 8, 1980
1,069.31
July 4, 1930 G assified Payrolls 7770
, u;_ 18, 1980 93.;20
.,c*::__ ncome
SuIy Payrol ' 372„30
4, 3980 ..xassif�. -
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July 18, 1980 932.00
iI 1980 - _o ess ona-i Payto13 . 10,476.00
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July 25, 198 ,4, 6,00
August 8, 1980 5 23.3,,00
Jul,' 13, 1980 72l1 Schedule #2 1,949.36
Vit,
c 2er Ed uc�tt;o,I
gust 22, 1930 !ill Schedule #1 1,050.:000
Fe.x Bias
August 22, 1980 Bill Schedule #4 35,31
JiJuly ?0, 1980 #3 175.69
Occupational Information
August 22, 1980 Bill Schedule #2 143,46
Enhance
July 13, 3930 Bill Schedule 97 212,30
Mainstream
#3 450,00
July 13 1980 Bill Schedule
r.{stover
Ju.Ly 18, 1980 Bili schedule #19 237,87
Assist
July 18, 1980 Bill Schedule #1 45,00
Cultural Undcrs'sac.dint;
July 188, _920 w Lill Schedule #3 5,890.67
ots V
co July 18 1980 Bill Schedule {6 67,20
za Transition to Employment
, . July 18, 1980 Bill Schedule 1J21 441,40
Discover
July 25, 1980 Bill Schedule d-`20 23 :,89
Article 43-Renovations
July 25, 1980 Bill Schedule ;;=1 131,20
July 18, 1980 Classified Payroll 504,52
NEW PERSONNEL
SECONDARY
"AMI SCHOOL/SUBJECT EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
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NEW PERSONNEL
ELEMENTARY
NAME - SCHOOL/SUBJECT EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
METCO
PERSONNEL GANGES - GE:P (IFTFD
CHANGE IN ASSIGNMENT
DECREE CHANGES
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
YRS. IN LEXINGTON EFFECTIVE REASON
sfATERNITY LEAVE OF ABSENCE (Extend to 1980-81)
)
(ever)
PERSONNEL CHANGES - CERTIFIED
(Continued)�_._— •
RnSIGNATIONS
YRS. IN LEXINGTON EFFECTIVE REASON
n_
PERSONNEL CHANGES - CERTIFIED
DEGREE CHANGE
MATERNITY LEAVE OF ABSENCE
YRS, IN LEXINGTON EFFECTIVE
RESIGNATION
REASON
PERSONNEL. CHANGES - CLASSIFIED
NEW PERSONNEL
EFFECTIVE
CHANGE IN ASSIGNMENT
RESIGNATIONS
RETIREMENT
PERSONNEL CHANGES - (JASL f FI D
RESIGNATIONS
YRS. I_N_LEX11G1i_R_ _'PACPIVS REASON
RETIREMENT
TRANSFERS
LANGUAGE LAP AIDE - End of Term
NEW PERSONNEL EFFECTIVE
,
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PERSONNEL CHANGES - CLASSIFIED
(Continued)
NEW PERSONNEL
• Effective
TRANSFER
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*Contract sent - Ratification requested
**Subject to negotiations for 1980-81
PERSONNEL CHANGES - FOOD SERVICES
RESIGNATIONS
YRS. IN LEXINGTON EFFECTIVE REASON
R E T IRENENT
RE-ELECTION OF STAFF
SECOND ELECTION
These people have previously received a contract and are being recommended for
their second election.
STEP/ GRADE/
SCHOOL NAME LEVEL SUBJECT SALARY COMMENTS
Diamond
*Contract scat - Ratification requested
RE-ELECTION OF STAFF - CLAEFIFJED
CT.ASS. NO. OF HOURLY
SCHOOL NAME POSITION & STEP HOURS RATE
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*Subject to negotiations for 1980-81
RE-ELECTION OF STAFF
THIRD ELECTION
These people have previously received two contracts and are being recommended for
their third election.
STEP/ GRADE/
SCHOOL NAME LEVEL SUBJECT SALARY COW€NTS
FOURTH ELECTION (TENURE) (See back-up information following)
These people have previously received three contracts and are recommended for tenure
election at the level and step indicated.
FOURTH ELECTION (TENURE) Back-up information)
RECOMMENDED COACHING SALARIES 1980-1981 .
POSITION RECOMMENDED Volt APPOINTMENT SALARY
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS Ralph V. Lord , Jr. $ 3,862
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL -
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RECOMMENDED COACHING SALARIES FOR 1980-1981 •
(Continued)
POSITION RECOMMENDED FOR APPOINTMENT SALARY
CLARKE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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DIAMOND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
M°?ilZZEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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LEADERSHIP STIPENDS
Since the positions of Team Leader and Senior Teacher were not filled by the
School Coimnittee, the following Leadership Stipends are proposed:
BIDS - Oki 4Tfli: ruPP1S
On July 31 , 1980 requests for bids for JO :n, 0 ur. s were invited from five - •
companies. The bid was also advertised in th, August 7, 1980 issue of the Lexington
M.inl4te Man.
Specifications were drawn for three items not were based on items used in
out school system considering past successful experience as to standard, quality
and price.
Three sealed bids were received and opened a;. ;; public reading at 12:00 noon,
on Monday, August 25, 1980.
The recap is as follows:
Certified Regal Reynolds
Business Forms, &
Forms, Inc. Inc. Reynolds
Item 1. 7000 Requesitions - $110.88/n 5129.42/14 $150.57/M
(776.1e) (005.94) (1054,00)
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Alt. 107. 55 'M is I niir;
i, up l() ; lsmIi: •'r ov, r ear, N",,
752,d3-828.14
Item 2,. 6000 Inter School —
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1�,,;-"""',,,,:
Envelopes 10, x 13 133.00.':1 1[8.82/14 7 :22,.67/H
(798.00) (112.92) A,,„ (736,00)
item 3. 5000 Inter School 84.00/rl • il7.47/n 92,00/M
Envelopes 6 x 9 (420,00) (549.88) (460.00)
Samples were required. Certified and Reynolds provided them, Regal did not.
The low bidders meeting specifications as indicated above have both provided us
with printed forms in the past.
311H - Mi CPCL 1M1'
Cn August 4 , 1930, rec .e.>cs . . r ,,,1.. t. r • • ; I G.: fu::r
Lo4)anies_ The bid was it ' ..L, of r:lra _ . .inAton
?iin:Ite -^[2n.
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'"`x' st�eci.ilc_aLio:; � dc,s .. , i - : n rCro
as ,e11 as the delivery enc' _- rc c i r, to I r ; ,ranteed
for one year (pares and lab.rrt .,_ duce , ! Lc Lc �;?.on Fublic
Scaools (September I9:a0) ,
Two bids were received ..:,Ii rpc;ICu at 1.2:00 . .. •t1m, August 25, 1980.
The recap is as follms :
_.. qCo., Inc. Radio Shack
1. . (2) Microcomputers S15Voyoiwc $2616.30
P. (1 ) Duel Drive Unit 1195.Ou 948.10
C . (1) Cassette Drive Unit 1)5.00* inc. in Item A
H. (1) Cable _ 39.95 189.05
TOA). S2919.93 $3753.45
England Electronics will provide one additior:a.1microccripriter and cassette drive
unit under their educational plan ac no additlocal cost.
The budget fur these items is 53000.00.
Ncw England Electronics Co„ Luc. is bidding as Spec; Etre'..
B10S - LlU;PES !UM) TiiAVEl SE RODS
On August 4, 1980, requests for bids for WLndow Dcanns and Traverse Rods were
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' sent to six companies. The bid was also advertised in the August 7, 1980 issue
of tIae Lexington Minute Man.
Specifications were drawn for the installationf. .ainr'ow drapes and traverse
rads at: the Lexington Senior High School L-.br.3ry.
Taro bids were received and opened at 12:00 noon, Monday, August 25, 1980.
The recap of the bid is as follows:
Ealjor Theater
Equipment Corn. John M. ldalker
Main Library Area
Main Library Area - $4024.00 $5727.00
Recording Room 53;,10 640.00
TOTAL $4561 .00 $6367.00
This is part of the renovation project presently in progress. The drapes are
laminated for thermal protection. The budgeted amount- for this item is $4169.00.
Major Theater Equipment Corporation is fully capable of performing this :cork„
the difference of $392.00 over the budget estimate can be absorbed in the total project.
BID - HOT WATER HEATERS
On August 4, 1980, requests for bids for furnishing and installing three hot
water heaters at Franklin, Harrington and. Hastings scl'nols and furnishing and
installing three burners in existing hot water boilers at bowman, Bridge and
Estabrook schools were sent to four companies .
Specifications were drawn for the removal of existing burners and the installation
of new burners and boilers at those schools listed above as recommended by the
Energy Committee. The specifications included all the necessary piping,line.,
valves as well as a non-combustible fill. and double fire brick floor for the new
burners. Workmanship, material and service are to be guaranteed for a period of
one year from the date of acceptance.
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One bid was received and opened at 12:00 Noon, Monday, August 25, 1980. The
bid was from Combustion Service Company of New England.
Item A. Hot Water Heaters (50 gal.)
Franklin $2430.
Harrington 2530.
Hastings 2410.
Item B. Oil Burners (installed in existing boilers)
Bowman $715.
Bridge 715.
Estabrook 715.
Lump Sum. All Items $9535.
Combustion Service is fully capable of performing this work. The budgeted
amount for this work is $7000. We would recommend that the additional $2535. be
transferred from savings in other areas.
BIDS= 3PEC1 1. It ANSLcF rrr.T EON
On August 4, 1980, requests for bids for Seeei :iL Transportation needs were sent.
to four companies . The bid was also advertised in no August 7 , 1980 issue of the
Lexington Minute-Man.
Specifications included infonnation COGG. miry; school dates , class hours , pickup
times and number of students in a vrrritle. Qrco':;t i( u-. .Jeri' hosed on a daily round trig
basis,. The quotation ties t.a be Firm for the '. 'A0 5i school year with the option of
cancellation by the School Departn4ni in tlio , eLco th, 1314 need for the transportation
is not needed,
The various routes include all ':tudcurt; . ct: uiri a rr; a;port_ation outside of
Lexington whose identity or needs wore known at tiro hire of writing specifications,
orther needs will be done on a quo':ation bases as i..4 have done in the past.
Four bids were received and opened at 12:03 Ueo: , Monday, August 25, 1980.
;Ire recap is as follows:
Destination it Cn: monwea7rh Cambridge Merrimac Montachu-
Students Coach gMC) Taxi Co. Spec, Ed, setts
1, MEC - Billerica 1 519.49 13.67
2. ',ABB - Burlington 4 40.49
31. :ABB - Burlington 5 49.49
3B. I.ABB - Burlington 1 19.49
4 . BC Campus - Newton 1 19 .49
`_. Bethany Hills - Framingham 1 1').49 18.50
C. JT Berry - N. Reading 1 29.49
7. Sheltons, Inc. - Beichertown 1* 69.49
8. Mass. Hospital - Canton 1** 39.49
9 Beech Hill - Gardner 1* 29,49 17.76
IC, CMARC - Woburn 2* 39.49 28.80
11 . Cerebral Palsy - Newton 1-'�-'^' 59.49
12. Inforex - Burlington l 29.49
13. Minute Man. Workshop - Concord 3^ 49.49
14 . Four Hands - Woburn 2* 3t.',9 37.80
12. Voce Adj . Center - Boston 1* %'>. .
1E Tr-'i-angle Trng. Center - Malden 19 :9.49
1. 7. So. Shore Rehab. - N. Onincy 1* 29.49 18.80
J . Kelliherre
IC .i: . J . - Arlington 1' .
19 . Creath School - Middleton 1 5'5 .','/
. Gifford - Weston 1 +9 . 18.80
Race Adj . per mile ,u9 None None
`dotes: i : count 157. discount
i C .iu'ardre if awarded
Litems, all items
1 '. Fuel acj . bid.
for each 3c
ra.s price
*All year escal .
,,*ideekends
:::*All year - Wheelchair Van
Computation based on School Year - 180 trips, All Year - 240 trips, Weekends - 100 tripe
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AIDS - SPECIAL TRANSPORTAFION (cont.) •
If we awarded to the low bidder for each rout :, the cost to Lexington would be'
$740,084. This would allow us to apply the discount nffored by Cambridge Taxi Company,
but We would then lose the 20i;, discount offered by Co,ane=.;wealth Coach Company. If we
awarded all trips to Commonwealth Coach Company and applied the 207, discount, the cost to
Lexington would be $131,501. On this basis, we rcc.,maend that all trips be awarded to
Commonwealth Coach Co. , Inc.
The budget for this service is $709,098. d; will htive hay _e transfer funds from
ether accounts to cover the anticipated
It should be noted that the cost. of this serii.ce continues to escalate. While
some trips are similar in cost to last year, others show increases of 1007. or more, •
INCREASE IN PRICE OF MILK
On June 3, 1980, the School Committee approved increases in the prices for
school lunches and milk. These increases were necessary to help us keep the program
on a self sustaining basis. The State has since approved our request for approval
of these price increases.
Since that time we-have been notified that the reimbursement for sales of
milk; will be decreased from $.0775 (which we were receiving last year) to $.05
effective September, 1980 (copy attached). We have contacted the State School
Lunch Office and they have given verbal approval to raising the price of milk to
10c.
This years bid for milk will average out to 13c per 1/2 pint. When the cost
of labor, straws and napkins are added to this, we will be losing approximately
$800. per month if we do not increase to 10c per 1/2 pint, This would not effect
the price of Type A meal which includes milk. It would only effect the price of
milk when sold separately. In addition to the estimated monthly loss of $800.,
we were anticipating considerable problems with the shortage of pennies. An increase
to l0c would alleviate that problem also,
Recap
Approved Request
79-80 6/3/80 8/27/80
Avg. Cost .12 .13 .13
VS
Selling Price .05 .08 .10
Reimbursement .0775 .0775 .05
.1275 .1575 .15