By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the regular meeting of the Panorama School Board on Dec. 9, the board approved several safety-related improvements.
Upgrades will be made to SCI doors and cameras using Safety Grant Funds. Superintendent Kasey Huebner explained.
“We will fob additional doors at the elementary and secondary schools. We will fob the southeast playground door at the elementary, the north door at the secondary, the kitchen door at the secondary, the district doors, and the food pantry door on the south side,” Huebner said. “A safety grant through the state will reimburse us for this expense.”
There will also be radio system upgrades.
“This purchase will enable district staff to communicate during emergencies. We will also add a communication device at dispatch to ensure direct contact. Most of the costs will be reimbursed through safety grant funds,” Huebner said.
The board approved the second reading of the proposed new policy regarding school bus restraints.
The board approved a resolution officially completing the school’s north parking lot and driveway improvements.
“We spent $14,000 less than what we initially approved. Our two-year warranty now officially begins,” Huebner said.
The board approved plans for a SVP Facilities Assessment to evaluate the condition of roofs and utilities. The goal is to understand what condition roofs and utilities are in, which will help in prioritizing future improvements.
The board changed the normal starting time of upcoming regular board meetings, from 6:30 to 5:30 p.m. Therefore, the next regular meeting of the Panorama School Board is set for Monday, Jan. 13 at 5:30 p.m. The public is welcome.