The Allenstown School District is committed to graduating all its students prepared for success as effective communicators; problem solvers; community contributors; and life-long, self-directed learners. -           District Mission Statement Adopted August, 2001

 

ALLENSTOWN SCHOOL BOARD – BOND PUBLIC HEARING

ALLENSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ALLENSTOWN, NEW HAMPSHIRE

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2006, 10:00 AM

MINUTES OF MEETING              

 

PRESENT: Tom Irzyk, Jason Carrier, Karen LaPlume, Louise L’Heureux, Terri Kenny, Betsey Cox-Buteau, Allenstown Police Chief Jim McGonnigle, Budget Committee members Larry Anderson and Dennis Carmichael, 6 members of the public, Tom Haley.

 

1.   Call to Order

 

      The Allenstown School District Bond Public Hearing was called to order at 10:20 A.M. by School Board member Jason Carrier.

 

2.   Immediate Business

 

      A.  Informational Presentation

 

            Allenstown School Board member Jason Carrier reviewed the proposed project for an addition and renovations to Allenstown Elementary School, cost estimates and bond information.  Board Chair Tom Irzyk shared information regarding specifics of the proposed project and building costs for other options.

 

      B.   Citizen Questions/Comments

 

            Dennis Fowler noted that the board needs to get the facts out and not allow misinformation by a few to cloud the issue.  Jason Carrier noted the work and participation of an independent and inclusive building committee.  Tom Irzyk noted that this project does not answer every concern of the school district but does move the district forward by adding program needs and updated building codes at the elementary level.  Jessica Provost emphasized the need to reach parents about the need for the project as well as about voting procedures.

 

      C.   Closing Remarks

 

            School Board members thanked those in attendance for their interest and suggestions and requested their help in disseminating information.

 

3.   Adjournment

 

      Seeing no further questions or comments, Board Member Jason Carrier declared the public bond hearing adjourned at 10:50 A.M.

 

      The next scheduled meeting for the Allenstown School Board is on Thursday, February 9, 2006 at 5:30 P.M. at Allenstown Elementary School.  The District’s Deliberative Session will follow at 7:00 P.M.

 

4:    Informational Items

 

      None