New Milford School Board Addresses Budget and Celebrates Achievements

The New Milford School Board meeting focused on the district’s financial strategy and the celebration of recent student achievements. The board approved a preliminary budget that included depositing over $4 million into the capital reserve and renewing the Food Services contract. Notably, the district auditor’s report outlined six recommendations for financial improvements, which the board acknowledged and discussed corrective actions for.

The district auditor presented the 2022-2023 audit findings, which were a critical focus of the meeting. The audit highlighted the district’s financial condition, including reserves and surplus, and provided six recommendations for improvement. These recommendations touched on essential matters such as adjustments to bank reconciliations and compliance issues related to grant accounting. The board discussed the impact these recommendations could have on the district’s budget and confirmed that corrective actions were underway. The auditor’s report is a key factor in ensuring the district’s financial integrity and guiding future fiscal decisions.

Following the executive session, the superintendent provided an update on the budget developments. Despite a reduction in state aid, the superintendent underscored that staff reductions had been avoided. The board showed appreciation for the New Milford Education Foundation’s support, which has been instrumental in sustaining various district programs. The superintendent went on to highlight the importance of upcoming presentations on social-emotional learning and wellness, acknowledging the role these elements play in the overall development of students.

The meeting also served as a platform to celebrate recent student achievements. The first member show at the New Milford High School Art Center was celebrated, recognizing the talents of student artists.

In athletics, the board acknowledged the boys basketball team’s league championship and the cheerleading team’s third state championship in four years, celebrating these achievements. The successful administration of digital SATs and NJPA testing for 11th graders using Chromebooks was also noted. The Department of Special Services drew attention to upcoming awareness days for Down syndrome and autism, along with a successful fundraising campaign through pin sales.

Moreover, the board discussed the approval of agenda items with long-term implications for the district’s infrastructure and services. The deposit of funds into the capital reserve is a strategic move to support future capital projects and maintain the district’s facilities. The renewal of the Food Services contract ensures the continuation of meal services for students, which is a fundamental aspect of the educational environment.

The meeting also acknowledged the Municipal Alliance’s role in organizing impactful community events. The Black Balloon Day event and the second annual Crescent Moonlighting event in recognition of Ramadan were highlighted as examples of the Alliance’s valuable contributions to the community. During public comments, attendees complimented the Municipal Alliance for its work.

The availability of tickets for the spring musical, “Beauty and the Beast,” was announced, inviting community members to support the arts within the district.

The board’s meeting concluded with well-wishes for the upcoming spring break and the announcement of the next meeting date.

Note: This meeting summary was generated by AI, which can occasionally misspell names, misattribute actions, and state inaccuracies. This summary is intended to be a starting point and you should review the meeting record linked above before acting on anything you read. If we got something wrong, let us know. We’re working every day to improve our process in pursuit of universal local government transparency.
Superintendent:
Danielle M. Shanley
School Board Officials:
Heather Gomez, Nicole Dunne, Anthony Albro, Cheryll Calderon, John DaCosta, Stephanie Kauffunger, Andrew Lombardi, Joseph Loonam, Paige Ryan, McKenzie Forte (Student Board Representative)

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