The SAU #1 Board voted unanimously to approve weighted voting. Michael Hoyt was elected Chair, with Janine Lesser seconding; Hoyt abstained, and the motion carried. Brenda Marschok was appointed Secretary, and Lindsay Carter Treasurer. Mike Hoyt stated the Board must compile the SAU budget by January 1, 2027, to facilitate a public hearing. Regarding the Francestown Independent School District's potential withdrawal by December 1, 2026, Hoyt noted the SAU budget is legally required regardless of the outcome. The Board discussed apportioning salaries and benefits based on position percentages and evaluating the Superintendent. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Curtis Hamilton motioned to adjourn at 6:25 p.m., seconded by Janine Lesser, passing unanimously.
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The Board approved a field trip update for the CVHS Football Team on a unanimous vote. To mitigate potential impacts from House Bill 1610, the Board unanimously approved additional encumbrances of $1,076,123.00. Neal Cass noted the current fund balance is approximately $3.5M. Jim Kingston’s motion specified that if the bill fails to become law, these encumbrances shall reduce the amount available for the Board to withhold under Policy DIA’s 2.5% limit by the same amount. Budget transfers in the amount of $1,076,123.00 were unanimously approved. The Board also unanimously approved the ConVal Administrator’s Association Memorandum of Understanding, allowing for flexible work arrangements during summer and snow days. The meeting included a non-public session from 6:20 p.m. to 6:35 p.m. for legal advice before adjournment at 6:35 p.m.
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The June 25, 2026 Selectmen's Advisory Committee agenda items were reviewed alongside minutes from April 23 and May 28. The April meeting approved minutes, with Curtis Hamilton moving and Charlie Pyle seconding a spelling correction to "protempore." Neal Cass reported a fund balance estimate of \$3,459,403 for the third quarter. Budget items included planning to transfer \$750,000 to offset taxes and returning \$666,228 in attorney fees. The Health Insurance line carries a surplus due to unfilled positions. Regarding Francestown, the Certificate of Withdrawal was issued May 12. A withdrawal committee will study feasibility for the SAU withdrawal vote, with an SAU budget needed by January. The Budget & Property Committee will discuss FY’27/28 guidance, including retaining up to 2.5% or 5% of funds. The Facilities Committee plans to start constituency conversations in September. Legislative updates confirm a compromise capping administrative components at 6%.
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The Selectmen’s Advisory Committee unanimously approved minutes from April 23, 2026. Neal Cass reported the district anticipates returning approximately $3,195,501, pending summer audit review. Revenues exceeded expectations with higher Medicaid reimbursements, though expenses for the new Literacy Curriculum (Line 610) were over budget. Regarding Francestown's withdrawal, the State Board of Education will be asked to schedule dates for the process; the first combined organizational ConVal Board meeting is set for next Tuesday to elect officers and discuss the SAU budget. Legislators are reviewing bills affecting fund balances and tax caps. The Budget & Property Committee next meets July 21st, and a recent telephone RFP for all schools was approved. Laura Mafera resigned from the ConVal School Board, and Kevin Pobst was appointed as her replacement. The committee unanimously voted to skip the July meeting and convene in August.
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The Board approved warrants totaling $2,199,903.75 unanimously. A special meeting was set for June 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to vote on encumbering funds to mitigate potential impacts from HB1610 and HB1300 regarding fund retention and tax caps. Unanimous votes appointed Lindsay Carter as Treasurer and Judy Tremblay as Deputy Treasurer, and adopted Policy DM regarding cash in school buildings. The Board ratified an MOA with the CVEA, adding a payscale lane for nurses; Carl Mabbs-Zeno abstained. Budget transfers totaling $184,500 were approved. Three letters regarding legislation were sent to Governor Ayotte. A CVAA agreement was approved with Mabbs-Zeno abstaining. Curriculum priorities for FY27, including Vector and Illustrative Math, were presented. The Board held multiple Non-Public sessions regarding legal advice and employee compensation.
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