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Board votes to convene closed session to discuss potential property negotiations
Summary
The board moved into closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) to discuss negotiating the purchase or sale of real property; the roll-call recorded present members and approved the motion.
At the end of the Jan. 13 work session the board voted to convene a closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) to deliberate or negotiate the purchasing of public funds or conduct bargaining where competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The specific purpose cited was negotiating with third parties regarding potential acquisition and divestment of real property.
Motion and vote
Board member Lynn (last name not specified in transcript) moved the motion. A second was recorded and the board proceeded to roll-call voting. The transcript records the following roll-call responses: Kinsey Lee (aye), Crossan (aye), Gerlach (aye), Mills (aye), 'Larry' (aye) and McCoy (aye). The transcript also noted Andrew Becker was uncertain earlier in the meeting and did not appear to vote during the roll call. The motion carried and the board adjourned into closed session.
Why it matters: closed sessions under Wis. Stat. —9.85(1)(e) are allowed for negotiating and bargaining reasons. The board's use of closed session signals ongoing property negotiations that may have capital- or operational-level implications for the district; details will be provided only when disclosure no longer jeopardizes bargaining positions or negotiations.
