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1) The board approved the March 25, 2025, meeting minutes \"as presented.\" The roll-call recorded one recorded N vote and the motion carried (Yes 10, No 1).

2) The board approved a confidential settlement agreement for student case 250256 as presented by administration. The motion passed by roll-call (Yes 11, No 0).

3) The board approved the personnel slate recommended by district administration. The personnel motion passed by roll-call (Yes 11, No 0).

Each of the three items was presented with supporting documentation in the board packet; the settlement was discussed in executive session before the public motion, and administration said the settlement terms are consistent with district policy and were provided to board members in their weekly materials.

No additional public-comment items were recorded on those votes.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Boyertown School Board Meeting 4/8/25","oneSentenceSummary","The board approved committee meeting minutes from March 25, 2025, voted to authorize a confidential settlement agreement and approved the listed personnel actions; votes were recorded in roll call.","taxTitle","Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania","taxId",50827,"location","Pennsylvania","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6085165,"Administration presents $15M-plus Boyertown Elementary HVAC and roof project; CHA outlines two-summer timeline",2127,3051000,5178000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2904108-d42eb5fcb7f0d8c3ebb236a86edfa714&start=3051&end=5178","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2904108-d42eb5fcb7f0d8c3ebb236a86edfa714/thumbnail_3051000.jpg","/articles/6085165/Pennsylvania/Administration-presents-15M-plus-Boyertown-Elementary-HVAC-and-roof-project-CHA-outlines-two-summer-timeline","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6085165-eb593eb07e3da0ebe89dd7e4f4f3a40a/orig.mp4?Expires=1773725170&Signature=OV4EOVExvXu0lESXSX2yjQ789JQHfuLKVCEotS6FpJrZv5HqjCCaTEkT4Av8Jt0pCKFJgbbwW032Lf~CIuB-rx9Km3QMcFsGsw0Eahm8A0FjWub69LBOfEmxAVwfzArTMdQlSoafWBlyU06EuraAbaUEgClrlFotoMIwRQUr~I2k4bv6izwzjCB~dsruWjwcLxEuW1FtOqHKoEhysCVpbIHOwGg7PLq1jyK2Jj9HXQfs-zZebIFLtJNcizPnSYvj8mvGziFCeEmyCliq~L0V5rcmUL4F8vThWkr8c4vWkmLe0VZ8iZFBJI3HFOJhsgtTvNBghYuxoaJ6toGYHyYiGQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The board heard a detailed presentation from CHA/Dewey project lead Jamie Lynch on a recommended mechanical and roofing project for Boyertown Elementary School that would replace aging unit ventilators with a variable-refrigerant-flow system, repair/replace the roof, and replace old switchgear and a noncompliant emergency generator.

Lynch said the team studied multiple HVAC options and recommends a VRF system with a modern building-management system to replace the pneumatic controls; he also proposed upgrading the electrical switchboard and relocating or upsizing the generator to move life-safety systems to a new exterior generator. Lynch described the proposed roof as EPDM with a bid alternate for TPO and said existing metal mansard roofs are currently in acceptable condition and were included in the bid only as an optional line item.

He presented a planning and construction timeline that completes design in 2025 and divides construction into two summer seasons (summer 2026 and summer 2027) to minimize disruption to occupied school operations. Total all-in project budget presented to the board was \"just over $15,000,000,\" broken into hard costs, soft costs, roof, generator, big-box spaces and switchgear.

The consultant described typical project controls: competitive public bidding in accordance with Pennsylvania law; a resident project engineer (RPE) provided by the consultant to oversee contractors on-site; third-party testing and balancing (to be contracted directly by the district); and regular schedule updates, monthly payment review and retainage for contractor payments.

Board members asked about cold-weather backup capacity for heat pumps, contractor testing and balancing, the RPE role and independence (Lynch said the RPE and third-party testing firm would serve the district), site safety oversight, procurement lead times (switchgear and generators may require longer lead times) and payment/milestone processes. Lynch said manufacturer reps, third-party balancers, and resident engineers would document testing and hand over manuals and submittals to the district at project closeout.

Administration indicated the proposed professional-services agreement with CHA will be presented to the board for action at the April 22 legislative meeting.","Architect-engineer Jamie Lynch presented a proposed Boyertown Elementary renovation package — VRF HVAC, new roof, switchgear and generator replacement — with an all-in cost just over $15 million and a two-summer construction plan following 2025 design and public bidding.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6085170,"Board committee recommends further planning, feasibility study for full-day kindergarten",2846,5183000,8029000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2904108-d42eb5fcb7f0d8c3ebb236a86edfa714&start=5183&end=8029","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2904108-d42eb5fcb7f0d8c3ebb236a86edfa714/thumbnail_5183000.jpg","/articles/6085170/Pennsylvania/Board-committee-recommends-further-planning-feasibility-study-for-full-day-kindergarten","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6085170-f1b2ead97eee9e510568529c9eec6b16/orig.mp4?Expires=1773725170&Signature=HUFS5SGbfd-QDg-G~kzaVasFzlyBhPv4t-2WCKy1seb4yYrlyL9lCFDVxxeIeSEPkQl7VVnqAhoeseQlIKwLr7ODtrbQy4FDbp0VaSFqhX5CGaThVS2CdsMMYFOPnedYMcHDklbi1-TxWJLd~COTKSLlYMlidMcsedQJQZ2924t~tMN4~i0UXIFX1shbgeZZXIBalbsET4yUlbkb2T8rmVzKezw~cIxvWiLQSsGzA2kZO0uN1ifp5BzHPYCiDX654JR79OS7eOGcY55kdhNrpJBwpSBPlGh-A0~GaP6ezD2IyNxtsEQdOqDahzKO3p-h6aaUfgj2a1mSq8Sh3nAR8A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A district committee that studied full-day kindergarten presented findings to the board and asked for approval to continue planning and pursue a targeted feasibility study paired with the previously approved enrollment study.

Committee co-lead Mrs. Landis said the committee was \"tasked with not coming up with a recommendation for all day care\" but to compile data for the board to consider. The committee met multiple times and surveyed kindergarten teachers, reading specialists and intervention staff; staff and principals identified benefits (more instructional and play time, social-emotional supports) and challenges (classroom space, staffing, scheduling and implementation logistics).

Board member Mr. Stout and committee members outlined next steps: if the board approves continued planning at the April legislative meeting, administration would commission a feasibility study to map building capacity, classroom space needs, transportation implications and cost; that study would be coordinated with the enrollment study expected to return data in summer 2025. The administration estimated initial staffing to implement full-day kindergarten districtwide would require roughly 9.5 additional teachers and an approximate recurring cost of about $1.5 million, to be built into budgets over multiple years.

The committee also discussed alternative, longer-range facility solutions to create classroom space if needed, including modulars and an \"outside-the-box\" option to reconfigure grade spans (for example, K–4 in elementary schools and a restructured 5–6 and 7–8 configuration) to free elementary classroom capacity; the presenters noted such reconfiguration would require deep study of transportation, extracurriculars and community impact.

Administration told the board it had included two full-day kindergarten positions in the proposed 2025–26 budget as a placeholder while clarifying that hiring and program implementation would occur only after the board approves continuing the planning process and the necessary follow-up studies. The board was asked to take a nonbinding motion in April to continue planning; final decisions on program adoption, facility changes and budget allocations would come after feasibility and enrollment studies and separate board votes.","A board-appointed committee reported broad support among teachers and stakeholders for exploring full-day kindergarten; administration seeks a board motion to continue planning and to commission feasibility and enrollment studies before any adoption or hiring.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6085174,"Boyertown Area SD proposes 2025-26 budget with 3% tax increase, one-year property/rent rebate",1296,914000,2210000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2904108-d42eb5fcb7f0d8c3ebb236a86edfa714&start=914&end=2210","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2904108-d42eb5fcb7f0d8c3ebb236a86edfa714/thumbnail_914000.jpg","/articles/6085174/Pennsylvania/Boyertown-Area-SD-proposes-2025-26-budget-with-3-tax-increase-one-year-propertyrent-rebate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6085174-54e5bbd48162de602098f18a950d2e67/orig.mp4?Expires=1773725170&Signature=K-DUglNMJdqc5FIp0tetyt0mMvMHe~QYudSJhunrlpFXj0a13rrbKoIOAkeAXMoHi7Bl-Tfm5qai9Oc0zUZoapPbHoHbvFCWfR515jBkgp7w6EV7xCNBDl6QLbSGfYQNIsY65xS70jMiLkdPfCjjEoFmn22gwCWuZeUAu2UUseOndx4C56T4UJX3fa1Q7CRCLkSiN74YB2PtJGi1TMqdG4ZT1MWWOqA0QMoSUso2shTSabVgDGoaGJSc2rduG5rbMarXmIxaV5e8HaGK-TyI77TfGjKHG52o9B90ziSNnWfqOHALLdIzH4WG3ej2DGfh2ehibB8-jIU3YT6ifV1XPg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District finance staff presented the proposed 2025–26 general fund budget and accompanying tax proposal at the Committee of the Whole meeting, recommending a 3% real-estate tax increase and a one-year property tax and rent rebate for qualifying households.

Chief Financial Officer Mrs. Denicola told the board the proposed revenue plan budgets $148,751,531 in total revenue (local $104,250,999; state $43,633,378; federal $867,154) and proposed total expenditures of $150,604,017. \"We currently in our 02/2526 budget are proposed at a 3% tax increase,\" Denicola said. The 3% increase corresponds to an additional 0.924 mills over the most recent millage (the district's 2024–25 millage was 31.738). Denicola said the district's general fund ended June 30, 2024, with an unassigned fund balance of about $10,908,814 and that projected fund balances for 2025 and 2026 would remain above the district\u0000targeted unassigned percentage.

On mandated costs the CFO highlighted rising pension (PSERS) employer contribution rates (citing a net pension cost figure and a certified employer contribution rate projected near 34%) and escalating charter-school tuition costs (from $2.5 million in 2019–20 to about $5.8 million in 2023–24), noting those items drive budget pressure.

Denicola described a proposed district-level property tax and rent rebate that would mirror state eligibility (age, disability and income rules). The district proposal would provide sliding rebate amounts to households eligible for the state rebate: $250 at the lowest income tier down to $100 at the top tier (state rebate amounts differ and are generally higher). The CFO estimated the district cost at about $257,750 and proposed that the rebate be approved by one-year resolution and revisited annually.

Proposed expenditures include 13.5 new positions (a mix of instructional and student-centered roles), an hourly $1 increase for support staff, and funding for two full-day kindergarten positions that would only be activated if the board later approves full adoption. The budget-document breakdown shows 40% of expenditures for salaries ($59,573,808) and 28% for benefits ($41,582,350). Denicola said the district will present the proposed budget for board approval as a proposed budget on April 22 and a final adoption on May 27, allowing the required 30-day public inspection period.

Board members asked about capital projects funding (separate capital projects fund), the district\u0000debt principal (administration cited roughly $81,000,000 principal with net principal-and-interest cost of about $101 million after state reimbursement) and contingencies if the state budget differs from the district\u0000assumptions. Administration said they would return with additional capital-fund detail before final adoption.

The board did not vote on the budget at this meeting; administration asked for authorization to present the proposed budget for the April 22 legislative meeting.","Superintendent and CFO presented a proposed $150.6 million general fund budget for 2025-26 that relies on a proposed 3% real-estate tax increase and includes a one-year property tax and rent rebate program that would mirror state eligibility and provide $100–$250 per qualifying household.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6085183,"Auditor gives Boyertown Area SD a clean opinion on 2023–24 financial statements",782,111000,893000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2904108-d42eb5fcb7f0d8c3ebb236a86edfa714&start=111&end=893","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2904108-d42eb5fcb7f0d8c3ebb236a86edfa714/thumbnail_111000.jpg","/articles/6085183/Pennsylvania/Auditor-gives-Boyertown-Area-SD-a-clean-opinion-on-202324-financial-statements","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6085183-0eff8b4c9f696ff39d35e017a61e69e9/orig.mp4?Expires=1773725170&Signature=esuOnxRQUK7vvEWtGu5hIjY~JkERDPyKStf9bWdq6bJxO7yHntgHrKjdYvLAblVC8qtN~6ZxUHbdJI848KE5WlgTXOKjOgJG9DEreWnBIQa97PJtLEcLeVLgFvjfhGOinIc~2gIZ3Axm4o832ZRNTFRWzD6k8r08LvtCvLikhd91ILJBeEb0QQjTpDkkL~78DrMRMwpZ5PzamUHJbXGpqo-VK9FmS3w~SgcUiCcNNlH18w9w50A4s0e8zIfp1GleQiAPK3KdKNZoEmLjuaI3qfzMsHjsaaQSNoUKkj7yWamFVsIqBPlhEmWa3oqp1BcNsN~cFZVJ-D-NUlgqw-g0ag__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Boyertown Area School District\u0000auditors delivered a clean opinion on the district\u0000financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2024, the district\u0000auditor told the board at the Committee of the Whole meeting.

Auditor Jeff Kovalchuk said the audit work, which included on-site testing of internal controls and transactions, produced \"a clean or an unmodified opinion on the financial statements.\" He added that the district\u0000met federal single-audit thresholds and the compliance testing for the major programs selected (IDEA special education funding and the child nutrition cluster) \"identified no deficiency, no material weaknesses, significant deficiencies, or other reportable matters.\"

Kovalchuk summarized drivers of the year\u0000end results: stronger-than-expected earnings on investments and higher-than-budgeted ‘‘other taxes’’ produced most of the increase to the general fund balance. He told the board the district added about $7,000,000 to its general fund balance for the year and ended June 30, 2024, with about $10,000,000 in unassigned general-fund balance. He cautioned that investment earnings are not a sustainable revenue source going forward as rates decline.

On the district's longer-term accounting, Kovalchuk noted the district's net pension-related liability remains large (he cited approximately $163,000,000 in net pension liability) and that on an entity-wide (full-accrual) basis the district ended the year with an overall net deficit of about $57,800,000, an improvement of roughly $40,000,000 from the prior year.

Board members asked about the auditor's risk-based process for selecting accounts and transactions for testing; Kovalchuk described interviews, analytical review, and statistical/haphazard sampling, and said some accounts (tax collector confirmations, state confirmations) are always tested.

The audit report and single-audit results were placed on the district’s board docs and are available to the public for review.","The district\u0000auditor reported an unmodified (clean) opinion for the year ended June 30, 2024, and found no reportable findings in single-audit testing for IDEA and the child nutrition cluster.","actionData","errors"]

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