Board approves assistant superintendent addendum, policy revisions and settlement authority; consent agenda passes 5–0

The Taylor School District Committee of the Whole voted unanimously on several action items at its April 8 meeting.

Personnel: The board approved an addendum to Assistant Superintendent Emily Graham's contract that reflects a previously negotiated salary adjustment tied to increased responsibilities after a retirement. Trustee Ann Block moved the motion to approve the addendum, President Linda Moore supported it and the vote passed 5–0 (Stephanie Shufeldt and Kathie Fields were excused).

Policy: Trustees approved revisions to policy Neola po5460 (Graduation Requirements) intended to align district policy with the requirements of a FAFSA-related grant and to preserve grant funding. The motion to approve the policy updates was made by Trustee Ann Block and supported by President Linda Moore; the vote was 5–0.

Consent agenda: The board approved the consent agenda — including minutes, payment of current bills, personnel reports and field trips/conferences — on a 5–0 vote (motion by Linda Moore, seconded by Justin Mordarski).

Closed session and settlement authority: The board entered closed session at 7:16 PM under Section 8(e) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act for litigation discussion and returned at 7:41 PM. After reconvening, the board voted 5–0 to grant settlement authority to legal counsel as discussed in closed session; the motion was made by President Linda Moore and supported by Trustee Justin Mordarski.

What happens next: Approved personnel and policy changes take effect per district process; administration will follow up on any requirements tied to the FAFSA-related grant. The board will monitor any developments related to the authorized settlement through legal counsel and future executive-session updates if appropriate.