Board approves Policy KG on non‑monetary agreements after language tweak
Summary
The Las Cruces Public Schools board adopted Policy KG, standardizing non‑monetary agreements with outside agencies and adding a dispute‑resolution provision. The board approved revised language clarifying that all agreements should be in writing, aligned with district goals and operations, and support student achievement and well‑being.
The Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education approved on third reading Policy KG, which governs non‑monetary agreements between the district and outside agencies, after board members and staff adjusted the policy’s wording to tighten its scope.
The policy update adds a dispute‑resolution provision and revises the core recital to read that all agreements must be in writing, aligned with district goals and operations, while supporting student achievement and well‑being. The legal adviser and staff explained the change was intended to avoid an “or” construction that could leave the district vulnerable to agreements that did not further goals or operations.
Mr. Barham (legal counsel) reviewed the edits and noted staff incorporated board suggestions. Board member Mr. Frank had proposed alternative wording to remove an “or” in the clause; after brief debate the board settled on language that reads: “All agreements must be in writing, aligned with district goals and operations while supporting student achievement and well‑being.” The board approved the policy 5‑0, with the motion moved by Ms. Tonorio and seconded by Mr. Nolan.
The board’s action establishes the revised Policy KG as district guidance for entering memoranda of understanding, encroachment or easement agreements, and similar non‑monetary partnerships. Staff said the policy will inform future consent‑agenda items and partnership reviews.
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