Governance Committee

of Libson/M.S.A.D. No. 75 RPC

Minutes

November 7, 2007

The Governance Sub-committee of the Lisbon/M.SA.D. No. 75 Reorganization Planning Committee (RPC) met during the breakout session of the Wednesday, November 7, 2007, meeting of the RPC at Mt. Ararat Middle School.

Committee members present were: Joanne Rogers (Chair), Robert W. Hill, Tim Lavan, Dan Billings, Charles Smith and Gina Mason.

Also present was M.S.A.D. No. 75 Superintendent Michael Wilhelm.

Chairwoman Rogers called the meeting to order during the sub-committee breakout session of the RPC.

An initial RSU policy review began with Superintendent Wilhelm presenting to each Committee member a notebook of compiled policies that included MSMA recommended, M.S.A.D. No. 75 and Lisbon School policies regarding governance and the primary work of a school board. Specific policies required by Law will be identified via email to Committee members. Committee members will review the provided policies and make recommendations at the next RPC meeting.

The structure and makeup of RSU Finance and Facilities Committees were discussed. Using the provided existing Lisbon and M.S.A.D. No. 75 policies regarding Standing Committees, Finance and Facilities Committees, draft language was suggested for these and other committees that define the work of a school board. Drafts ready for initial review will be provided at the next RPC meeting.

The current organization and structure of the Vocational/Career Technical Education systems currently serving Lisbon and M.S.A.D. No. 75 was reviewed, and how that structure could support the new RSU was discussed. Superintendent Wilhelm explained current funding situations for both systems. It is clear that additional information and guidance is required from the Department of Education due to the dramatic differences in funding and programming.

A visual time line of required tasks and events for both school systems and the new RSU is desired prior to the committee making any further recommendations regarding dates for RSU formation referendum, Board elections, etc. Mr. Hill volunteered to create an initial draft.

The Governance Sub-committee adjourned at 8:15 p.m. to rejoin the RPC meeting.

Respectfully submitted,

Robert W. Hill

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