Board approves short emergency transportation contracts and $7,500 data‑privacy audit contract

The Fredonia Central School District Board of Education approved two short, 31‑day emergency transportation contracts and a $7,500 contract with Lakeshore Central School District for data‑privacy and security support at its April 8 meeting.

Chair called for motions to approve the temporary transportation contracts needed to maintain student placements. Mr. Forbes explained the first 31‑day contract covered a foster placement and that a second 31‑day contract was required because the student’s placement changed location; both measures passed on voice votes.

On data security, Superintendent Dr. Ziliak described the Lakeshore contract as "a really solid bang for our buck," saying Lakeshore will audit current systems and protocols and hold monthly follow‑up meetings over the next year to implement recommended adjustments. The board approved the $7,500 contract by voice vote.

Votes at a glance: - 31‑day emergency transportation contract (03/26/2025): approved by voice vote (no roll‑call tally recorded in the public transcript). - 31‑day emergency transportation contract (04/01/2025): approved by voice vote (no roll‑call tally recorded). - Lakeshore Central School District contract for data‑privacy support ($7,500): approved by voice vote (no roll‑call tally recorded).

What happened: Mr. Forbes said the short contracts were used to ensure placements were stable before pursuing longer agreements; Dr. Ziliak said the Lakeshore support will include an initial audit and monthly meetings to strengthen district data protections.

Next steps: staff will schedule the contracted audit work and continue to report contract implementation status to the board in regular updates.