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Board approves first readings of updated policies; facilities‑use rules simplified
Summary
The RSU 35/MSAD 35 board approved first readings of a package of updated policies (nondiscrimination, harassment/Title IX complaint procedures, pregnant students policy) and a reworked facilities use policy (KF) and procedures, including a simplified form and new card/fob procedures; motions passed unanimously.
The school board approved first‑reading motions on a package of policy updates covering nondiscrimination, harassment and Title IX complaint procedures, pregnant students, and a reworked facilities‑use policy and procedures.
Board members discussed migrating the district policies to the MSMA (Maine School Management Association) format and simplifying associated forms. Rebecca, who spoke during the facilities discussion, praised the changes as streamlined and practical for community partners and schools: "it's been incredibly simplified," she said. The board also discussed fee structures, custodial charges, and a switch from keyed fobs to a card system with time‑limited access to improve building security and reduce long‑term replacement costs.
Several motions were made to approve first readings; each was seconded (Heather, Lisa, Rebecca or Jen on various items) and carried by voice vote with the board noting "that's five" or unanimous consent for each item. The facilities use policy KF and its procedures were discussed with an implementation goal of January 1 for the new process and forms.
The motions approved were first readings and not final adoptions; the board will return for subsequent readings or adoption votes as required by its policy timetable.
