Trustees and district staff reported progress on two advisory committees and discussed potential revenue opportunities for Sayville Union Free School District facilities.

Doctor Garris reported that the district held the first Budget Advisory Committee meeting and plans monthly sessions to explain budget construction and gather feedback that committee members can share with the public. The Policy Advisory Committee—described as advisory—will review policies flagged by the district’s counsel or by members of the learning community and recommend proposed wording for board consideration. The policy committee is expected to meet every other month.

On revenue, a trustee said a local dance studio has expressed interest in renting district spaces for weekend competitions that would require gym, cafeteria and foyer use; the district has asked the studio for a proposal. The district also reported outreach from a summer operator, Future Stars, which runs sports and classroom programs and indicated interest in using the middle school as a camp site. Trustees emphasized that any rental or partnership would be structured so as not to compromise booster programs; the board discussed options to allocate a share of revenue to affected athletic programs if outside rentals overlap with booster camps.

District staff said plans are preliminary: proposals will be reviewed and contracts negotiated with protections for booster clubs and existing programs. Trustees did not approve any contracts at the meeting and directed staff to continue discussions with interested groups.

The board also noted upcoming calendar items, including Parent University on Oct. 22 and a superintendent conference day on Nov. 4 (schools closed for students).