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Meeting Minutes Approved-July 6, 2026

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Board of Education Minutes – July 6, 2026 
 
In Attendance: Pamela Walsh - President, Cara Meeker - Vice President, Liz Boucher – Secretary, Jess 
Campbell, Alex Dubois, Barb Higgins, Madeleine Mineau, and Sarah Sadowski 
 
Absent: Brenda Hastings 
 
Administration: Timothy Herbert – Superintendent, Matt Cashman, Kris Gallo, Kaily Roukey, Bridget 
Edinger 
 
Call to Order 
Ms. Walsh called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Ms. Boucher conducted roll call attendance. 
 
Approval of Agenda 
The Board voted via voice vote 8-0 to approve the agenda. (Moved by Ms. Boucher, 2nd by Ms. 
Higgins). 
 
Consent Agenda 
a.) Instructional Committee (May 13) 
b.) Regular Monthly Meeting (June 1) 
c.) Building Committee (June 4) 
d.) Special Board Meeting (June 8) 
e.) Communication & Policy (June 10) 
f.) Executive Committee (June 22) 
g.) Finance Committee (June 22) 
h.) Instructional Committee (June 29) 
i.) Joint Capital Facilities & Sustainability (July 1) 
 
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda (Moved by Ms. Higgins, 2nd by Ms. Mineau). 
 
Motion to remove Items A & G from the Consent Agenda to amend the Instructional Committee 
meeting minutes of May 13th to add the time the meeting adjourned and amend the Finance 
Committee meeting minutes of June 22nd to add the times when entered non-public, returned from 
non-public and time adjourned. (Moved by Ms. Boucher, Ms. Sadowski)  
 
Voice vote in the affirmative, 8-0, to remove items A&G from the Consent Agenda for amendments. 
 
Motion to amend the Instructional Committee meeting minutes of May 13th to reflect that Ms. 
Sadowski did not call meeting to order but rather requested to participate remotely (Moved by Ms. 
Sadowski, 2nd by Ms. Boucher)  

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Voice vote in the affirmative, 8-0, to amend the Instructional committee meeting minutes of May 13th. 
 
The Board voted 8-0, via voice vote, to approve the consent agenda as amended. 
 
Recognitions/Reports 
Superintendent Herbert reintroduced new administrators, Kaely Roukey - Director of Student 
Services, and Kris Gallo - Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment.  
 
End of year highlights: Superintendent Herbert reported that Concord High School’s graduation 
ceremony was held at NHTI, with 355 graduates recognized, including 305 students receiving a high 
school diploma and 50 students receiving a Concord School District diploma. He also noted the 
successful completion of the Rundlett Middle School commencement ceremony and 8th-grade dance. 
Mill Brook School celebrated its end-of-year Field Day sharing that Concord Fire Department was 
there for the children to explore the trucks. MBS also concluded the Cliff Grant initiative, through 
which each student received two books—one to keep and one to share with another reader. 
 
Legislative Update: Superintendent Herbert provided an update on several education-related bills. HB 
656 addresses transparency in grant budgeting and reporting. HB 1467 establishes the New 
Hampshire Seal of Civic Excellence and Engagement; Concord High School plans to present 
information on the requirements students must meet to earn the designation. HB 564 relates to 
school administrative budgets and includes a requirement for districts to disclose the 10 highest 
salaries within the district. 
 
Charter Amendment process: Superintendent Herbert reviewed the Charter amendment process. 
 
Communications & Policy 
Policy 901, Whistleblowers Protection (2nd read) 
Policy 542, Acceptable Technology Use-Students (2nd read) 
Policy 542.1, Use of Artificial Intelligence (2nd read) 
Policy 432/537, Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect (1st read) 
 
Facilities Update 
Mr. Cashman reviewed upcoming summer projects. The CRTC welding program is progressing, and 
Commons B at CHS is expanding with three additional rooms. Renovation work has been completed 
on the BMS sidewalk, and CMS sidewalk improvements have begun, including added drainage. At 
Broken Ground School, electrical upgrades for third-grade classrooms are being completed, marking 
the final phase of the building’s electrical modernization. A permanent special education classroom is 
also being added to replace an accordion-style partition. Custodial teams are conducting deep 
cleaning across all buildings. 
 
 
Middle School Project Update 
Mr. Cashman reported that site preparation continues with all loam removed and structural fill fully 
installed. Settlement monitoring devices show no settlement to date, and the monitoring will 

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continue. Installation of rammed aggregate piers is expected to begin within the next two to three 
weeks, pending engineering analysis. Geothermal work will begin late July into early August, with 84 
wells planned at approximately 800 feet deep. Mr. Cashman reviewed the construction work hours as 
allowed by the ordinance. Long-range schedule expectations include foundation work in late 
summer/early fall and structural steel-installation projected for January 2027. 
 
Site Activity & Public Communication: Gravel trucking for the school footprint is largely complete. 
Drone footage showing current site progress is available on the district website.  
 
A job-site sign with a QR code is being created to provide direct access to project updates. 
Additionally, a weekly three-week look ahead schedule will be posted every Thursday following the 
owner-architect-contractor meeting. These updates will be available online and physically posted at 
two locations: Cypress Street and Conant Drive. Community members may also sign up for middle 
school updates at sau8.org 
 
Joint sustainability and Capital: The committee received a presentation from Beacon Integrated 
Solutions on rooftop solar versus rooftop solar with carport canopies for the new middle school. The 
district’s goal remains a net-zero building. Current designs include solar canopies in the south parking 
lot, but additional arrays in the north lot would be required to meet net-zero targets. A simulation 
video demonstrated what expanded canopies could look like. The committee requested additional 
information from the district and contractors by the July 13 meeting. 
 
Memorial Field Update 
The Superintendent met with city representatives to discuss ongoing planning for Memorial field. 
Bleacher removal is scheduled, and long-term filed design options (primarily Plan A and Plan D) 
continue to be evaluated. Civil engineering constraints limit how much designs can shift without 
requiring further reviews. The track location remains a major discussion point. Both parties currently 
favor keeping the track in its existing location to avoid extended downtime and disruption to soft ball 
and baseball fields. A temporary resurfacing option is being explored, though contractors noted it 
would not resolve underlying structural issues. Additional cost estimates are forthcoming.  
 
Special Board Meeting 
Public hearings on July 13 will address two proposals: 
1. Sale of the current district office building. 
2. Sale of district-owned land near Broken Ground School. 
 
The board will not vote on these items at the July meeting. Following the required waiting period, 
votes may occur at the August board meeting. The anticipated ballot submission deadline is 
September 14. The board intends to submit materials immediately following the August vote. 
 
 
Finance 
Ms. Campbell reported that the committee reviewed the FY25 audit, which again showed no material 
deficiencies of weakness. Year-end fund balance projections were discussed, including confirmation 
that the final SchoolCare payment will not carry over into the next fiscal year. Early planning for the 

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FY28 budget has begun, with interest in a joint session explaining how city and school budgets 
interact. The committee also revisited lunch debt procedures and requested a proposal allowing 
families to donate unused lunch balances.  
 
The board discussed a motion to authorize $372.000 from the Facilities and Renovations Trust fund to 
reimburse the purchase of 20 Conant Drive, currently used as the middle school construction office. 
Using trust funds rather than bond funds preserves the district’s ability to resell the property.  
 
Public Comment 
Stephen Michlovitz urged the board to move forward with the sale of the current district office 
building, noting its prime location and readiness for redevelopment. He asked the board to delay any 
vote on selling the Broken Ground parcel for at least one year, allowing community members time to 
organize efforts to preserve the land in its natural state for educational and recreational use.  
 
Don Brueggemann reiterated community concerns regarding the proposed middle school bus route 
along Noyes and Cypress Streets. He stated that moving buses off campus does not automatically 
make the route safer, citing narrow roadways, limited sidewalks, poor visibility, and heavy pedestrian 
traffic as ongoing safety concerns. He urged the Board to revisit the traffic plan, consider alternative 
options, and engage the community in further discussion before construction limits future changes, 
emphasizing the need to address safety concerns proactively. 
 
Mila Paul first clarified a misspelling of her name in prior records. She then spoke about the Curtisville 
Road forest parcel and asked the board to delay the sale until after November to avoid voter 
confusion and allow time for conservation efforts.  
 
Elizabeth Tardugno, a Mill Brook parent, requested delaying the sale of the Curtisville Road parcel. She 
highlighted the educational value of the land for students, noting its use for walk-a-thons, science 
lessons, and outdoor learning. She stated that unlike buildings, the parcel does not impose financial 
burdens and that selling it would be a loss to both students and the broader community. She noted 
growing community momentum to preserve the land.  
 
Laurie Rardin, a long-time Concord resident, spoke in support of preserving the Curtisville Road parcel 
and asked the board to delay the decision to allow time for community members to pursue 
appropriate steps to protect the land. 
 
Personnel 
Superintendent Herbert brought forward several teacher confirmations. 
 
The board voted 8-0, via voice vote, to approve the teacher confirmations as presented for the 2026-
2027 school year (Moved by Ms. Higgins, 2nd by Ms. Meeker). 
 
Board members questioned the appointment of a one-year-only teacher position at Abbot-Downing 
School to fill a resignation vacancy. Superintendent Herbert stated that he would look into the matter 
and provide additional information. 
 

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Superintendent Herbert presented a list of 2026 Fall Coaches for confirmation. 
 
The board voted 8-0, via voice vote, to approve the fall coaches as presented (Moved by Ms. Higgins, 
2nd by Ms. Mineau). 
 
Votes 
Motion: The Concord School Board authorize the use of $372,000 from the Facilities & Renovations 
Trust Fund for the purchase of the property located at 20 Conant Drive, to be used as the Middle 
School Construction Project Office in support of the Middle School Construction Project. 
 
Vote passed, by roll call, 8-0: 
 
Ms. Campbell - yes 
Mr. Dubois – yes 
Ms. Higgins – yes 
Ms. Meeker – yes 
Ms. Mineau – yes 
Ms. Sadowski – yes 
Ms. Walsh – yes 
Ms. Boucher – yes 
Ms. Hastings- Absent 
 
The board voted 8-0, via voice vote, to approve Policy 901 on 2nd reading (Moved by Ms. Meeker, 2nd 
by Ms. Sadowski).  
 
The board voted 8-0, via voice vote, to approve Policy 542 on 2nd reading (Moved by Ms. Meeker, 2nd 
by Ms. Boucher).  
 
The board voted 8-0, via voice vote, to approve Policy 542.1 on 2nd reading (Moved by Ms. Meeker, 
2nd by Ms. Boucher).  
 
Other Business 
Superintendent Herbert presented a monthly enrollment report stating that summer months are 
currently in flux. 
 
Ms. Sadowski noted ongoing concerns about traffic impacts on Noyes and Cypress Streets, referencing 
testimony from both June 8 and the current meeting. She emphasized the need to improve 
communication and trust with neighborhood residents. She suggested adding an agenda item next 
month to consider forming an ad hoc listening committee, where residents could meet informally 
with the traffic engineer and a school board representative to discuss constraints, ask questions, and 
explore possible adjustments. She proposed holding such meetings in the neighborhood rather than 
at the district office to strengthen community engagement. The Chair advised her to submit the 
request to the Executive Committee for placement of a future agenda, and Ms. Sadowski agreed to do 
so. 
 

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Ms. Boucher reminded the Board that the study of best practices for community communication and 
engagement was already referred last month to the City and Community Committee. The City and 
Community Committee did not meet last month and was not scheduled to meet in July. Ms. Boucher 
noted that the request above regarding a listening committee is a matter of the City and Community 
Committee chaired by Ms. Higgins. The City and Community Committee then set a date to meet in 
July.  
 
Proposed Calendars of Meetings 
7/13 Special Board Meeting Public Hearing 6:00pm 
7/15 City & Community 5:30pm 
7/20 Executive Committee 5:00pm 
7/20 Board of Education Retreat 5:30pm 
7/22 Instructional Committee and Communication & Policy 5:30pm 
8/3 Board of Education Meeting 6:00pm 
8/5 Admin Retreat 
8/6 Admin Retreat 
8/6 Building Committee 5:30pm 
8/10 Communication & Policy 5:30pm 
8/12 Finance Committee 5:00pm 
8/12 Instructional Committee 5:30pm 
8/17 Executive Committee 5:00pm 
8/17 City & Community 5:30pm 
8/19 Negotiations 5:00pm 
8/19 Capital Facilities 5:30pm 
8/27 Opening Day Ceremony 8:00am 
8/27 Professional Day 
8/28 Professional Day 
8/31 First Day of School 
 
Non-Public Session 
RSA 91-A:3II I, RSA 91-A:3, Section II a, RSA 91-A:3, Section II d, RSA 193:3, II(a), RSA 193:31, RSA 91-A-
2, RSA 91-A:3, Section II (i) 
 
The board voted unanimously via roll call vote 8-0, to enter into non-public under RSA 91:3, Section II 
(c ) & (e) (Moved by Ms. Boucher at 6:59 pm, 2nd by Ms. Sadowski). 
Ms. Campbell - yes 
Mr. Dubois – yes 
Ms. Higgins – yes 
Ms. Meeker – yes 
Ms. Mineau – yes 
Ms. Sadowski – yes 
Ms. Walsh – yes 
Ms. Boucher – yes 
Ms. Hastings- Absent  
 

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Motion to come out of non-public session 
Time: 7:09 pm 
Made by Ms. Boucher; 2nd by Ms. Sadowski  
Motion passed 8-0, via voice vote, in the affirmative to exit non-public session  
 
Motion to seal the minutes of the non-public session 
Made by Ms. Boucher; 2nd by Ms. Meeker 
Roll call vote 8-0 in the affirmative to seal the minutes of the non-public session  
 
Ms. Campbell - yes 
Mr. Dubois – yes 
Ms. Higgins – yes 
Ms. Meeker – yes 
Ms. Mineau – yes 
Ms. Sadowski – yes 
Ms. Walsh – yes 
Ms. Boucher - yes 
Ms. Hastings- Absent 
 
Adjournment 
Motion to Adjourn 
Time: 7:09 pm 
Made by Ms. Higgins; 2nd by Ms. Meeker 
Voice vote in the affirmative 8-0 to adjourn the meeting  
 
 
Respectfully submitted, Sarah LeMay  
and Liz Boucher, Secretary