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School committee approves Aramark food service contract after transition update
Summary
Finance director and food service lead reported the DESE/USDA contract drafted for Aramark, described staff transition meetings and a hiring event; the committee approved the contract by roll call and asked for status updates during transition.
Finance Director Spagna and Director Stagner presented the DESE/USDA‑draft food service contract with Aramark and asked the committee to approve the award and authorize signatures.
Director Stagner reported the vendor held an introductory meeting with food service employees and Easton representatives, with strong attendance and positive reception; 28 employees are in the program (including six Easton employees) and Aramark planned a three‑day hiring event the following week. Stagner said Aramark was following the transition plan closely and no issues had been reported.
The committee asked for a brief update on the transition after the meeting; Spagna and Stagner committed to report back. A motion to approve the contract carried in a roll‑call vote.
The committee also approved a related $240 budget transfer in the music department to purchase instructional software and accepted a $500 donation from Northeastern Savings Bank to support educator appreciation.
