Meeting Details
September 14, 2023
6:00pm - 7:00pm
1 hr
Mt. Vernon Administrative Service Center
Purpose
N/A
Minutes
Mr. Gray led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Minutes
Mr. Gray called the meeting to order at 6pm.
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Mr. Smedley presented the updated terms of the Collective Bargaining agreement. He shared is appreciation to both parties working together on shared interest to come to an agreement. He explained the new process this year and thought it went well.
Process:
Salary:
LANGUAGE:
ECAs:
INSURANCE:
Mrs. Freeman inquired about the five personnel days. Can they all be used at once or if permission will be needed? Mr. Smedley stated days off go through the principal and it can be looked at in the future. Mrs. Freeman asked how the insurance rates were compared to districts. Mr. Smedley stated MV pays an 88% share and after doing research the average is a 75% share payout. Mr. Smedley commented on the three straight days spent working on the agreement. He expressed his appreciation for Amy Matthews, the CTA members, district reps and administration staff working together on the agreement. He appreciated the process and thinks this will help with teacher retention. He was happy to announce the CTA had a 98% ratification. The agreement will be presented to the board Monday night for approval. Mr. Gray inquired about the salary schedule and how it was condensed. Mr Smedley shared the process. They will look to continue to condense this scale in future year as it will help the teachers. Mr. Gray asked about the $2000 sign on bonus and it will have teachers drop in pay. Mr. Smedley explained why that was classified as a stipend not a payout. In the future a two year contract could be reached to help with budgeting. Mrs. Freeman liked the idea of a 2 year contract. Mrs. Freeman expressed her appreciation for the administration team and teachers that served on the committee. The time to meet and be out of the classroom is appreciated to make this work. Smedley agreed and again thanked everyone for their time and commitment to working together to get the best outcome for the teachers.
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Mr. Gray asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Edwards made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mrs. Walls seconded the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Meeting adjourned at 6:20pm.