WASHINGTON STATE SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Minutes from Board of Trustees

February 11, 2003

Conference Call

Board Members Participating: Terry Robertson, Denise Mackenstadt, Kay Adamson, Cindy Roney, Susie Davidson, Chuck Nelson, and Noel Nightingale.

Board Members Absent: Jerry Farley and Joe Fram.

Ex-Officio Members Participating: Gary Burdette (Washington Council of the Blind), Michael Freeman (National Federation of the Blind of Washington), and Kathleen Brown (Parent Representative).

Ex-Officio Members Absent: Carol Schultz (WSSB Teachers Association), Bonda Albers (Washington Federation of State Employees Local #1225),

WSSB Staff Members Participating: Dr. Dean Stenehjem, Superintendent.

February 11, 2003

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. Discussion was held regarding the first release of the draft budget reduction document that was produced by the administrative team. Concerns regarding the impact of the budget cuts were the main topic of discussion. The Board discussed the option put forth of closing one of the cottages on campus. The Board felt that this could be perceived as a safety concern because of the vast difference in age groups within the cottage. Dr. Stenehjem explained that the range of ages were not that different; however the difference in developmental stages were more prevalent. Dr. Stenehjem will be sending the draft budget reduction plan to all employees, parents, and consumer groups for their information and input. Dr. Stenehjem also asked the Board for any additional budget reduction ideas.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

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Dr. Dean O. Stenehjem, Ed.D. Terry Robertson, Chair

Superintendent WSSB Board of Trustees