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Board reviews NHSBA continuing resolutions on open enrollment and bonds; seeks recommended wording
Summary
The board reviewed six continuing resolutions for the New Hampshire School Boards Association (NHSBA) — including opposition to state‑mandated open enrollment and support for lowering bond approval thresholds for safety/repair projects — and asked staff to consult NHSBA for possible updated wording on bond and funding language.
Board members reviewed six continuing resolutions proposed for the New Hampshire School Boards Association, covering topics from minimum standards and impact fee review to youth surveys, parent/educator roles, opposition to state‑mandated open enrollment, and a proposed change to allow a simple majority to approve certain bonds for maintenance and safety work.
Members expressed a preference for keeping NHSBA requests concise so the association can advocate effectively amid a busy legislative agenda. One board member suggested the bond language might be broadened to protect districts’ access to diverse funding options (including leases or alternative financing) and asked staff to consult with the NHSBA liaison (Tim) about suggested wording before the June deadline for resolutions. The discussion was procedural; no final board resolution was adopted at the meeting.
