1999-09-01 School Committee Minutes

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Regular Session -2- September 1, 1999 SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Dr. Harutunian advised the Committee that their packet included copies of all information that was sent home to parents during the first week of school. Dr. Harutunian advised that the School Council Co- chairs and the building principals will be in attendance at the September 271h School Committee meeting to discuss the FY01 budget process. Associate Superintendent Richards read a memorandum to the Committee regarding the alleged Chinese Cultural Connection break -in. The memorandum will be a part of the minutes of the meeting and will be forwarded to the Reading Police Department. UPDATE COOLIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Dr. Harutunian advised that the following people where in attendance at this evening's meeting to update the Committee on the Coolidge Middle School project and to answer any questions the Committee may have. Gene Raymond, Architect, John Doherty, Principal, Rick Barrett, Director of Facilities, Steve Melendy, Seaver Construction, Assistant Chief Jack Mooney, Jane Fiore, Health Services Administrator Dominic Cacciapuoti, Assistant Director of Facilities, Glen Redmond, Building Inspector Peter Hechenbleikner, Town Manager, Roger Hoyt of Strekalovsky & Hoit, George Livingston and John Barbecci, Clerk of the Works. After discussion and input from the individuals listed above, it was decided delay the opening of the Coolidge Middle School until Tuesday, September 7, 1999. Dr. Harutunian advised that if there were any problem opening on Tuesday, parents and the community would be notified by Friday afternoon. Mr. Twomey stated that this has been a highly orchestrated project. He stated that it is frustrating to have the project come in a few days late but that anyone connected with the construction industry will realize the this has been an extremely well run project. Mr. Twomey stated that he appreciated the efforts of the contractor and the architect. He stated that Reading has been well served by the contractor, the architect, Principal Doherty and Dr. Harutunian and all the staff involved in the project. Ms. Cavicchi questioned whether Principal Doherty felt that not starting until Tuesday would negatively impact educational issues.