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Committee approves Teamsters contract extension, reappoints district attorney and announces principal appointments
Summary
The school committee approved a Teamsters contract on terms similar to the teachers' agreement and extended the school committee attorney’s contract for one year; the meeting also introduced new principals and student advisory representatives.
At its Sept. 11 meeting the Lynn school committee approved two personnel and contract items: a wage agreement with the Teamsters and a one‑year extension of the committee’s contract with attorney Howard Greenspan. Both votes were taken by roll call.
The Teamsters contract moves on the same terms reported for the Lynn Teachers Union — a 3% annual cost‑of‑living increase over three years, committee members said. The committee then approved a one‑year extension for the school committee’s attorney under the same terms as the prior year.
Appointments and introductions - The committee introduced several new administrators by name: Julie Loof, interim deputy superintendent; George Papayanes, new principal at Drewitz Elementary (not present); Tim Moriarty, interim principal at Breed; Sean Morris, new principal at Lynn Woods Elementary; and others. The meeting also introduced the student advisory committee leaders: Amelia Stank (chair) and Phong Tran (alternate chair).
Why it matters: The contract votes set compensation terms and confirm continuing legal counsel; the administrative appointments affect school leadership for the academic year.
Discussion vs. decision - Discussion: No substantive debate on the Teamsters contract or the attorney extension was recorded in open session; motions were made, seconded and approved by roll call. - Formal actions: Both contracts were approved in open session.
What’s next: Routine implementation of contract terms and continuation of legal services; principals will lead their schools for the academic year and student representatives will begin attending committee meetings.
(Article compiled from the Sept. 11 regular meeting minutes and votes.)
