Rochester School Board
Special Services Committee
School Board Conference Room
July 19, 2007
6:30 PM

Members Present:	Members Absent:	Others Present:
Mrs. Peggy Parker, Chair Mr. Robert Watson Dr. Anthony Pastelis Ms. Diane Moody Mr. Frank Callaghan	None	Mr. Kent Hemingway

The Chair called the meeting to order at 6:55 pm with a quorum present.

2007-08 Bus Routes – Mr. Hemingway presented the proposed bus routes for the coming school year. No major changes are proposed.

Mr. Watson moved, second by Dr. Pastelis, to approve the school bus routes for the 2007-08 school year. The motion passed unanimously.

Employee Recognition Program – Mr. Hemingway reviewed the list of staff members receiving recognition this year. The Committee discussed the program’s strengths and weaknesses. Mr. Hemingway will take responsibility for pictures and stories for publication in the Rochester Times next year. The committee will send a letter to the 103 Restaurant for their support and recognition of our staff.

Cable Franchise Negotiations – Mr. Hemingway summarized activity of the City Cable Franchise Agreement Renewal process. He is participating with city staff and community members to develop a new cable franchise contract.

Other – none.

At 7:08 pm, Mr. Callaghan moved, second by Mr. Watson to adjourn. The motion passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Mrs. Peggy Parker, Chair