John Ford chairs this sub-committee. David Gass testified before the committee, updateing them on the progress made in the International Garden at Robert L. Ford School. The garden was approved by the LSC.
David came before the committee seeking reimburssementfor expenditures totaling in the neighborhood of ten thousand dollars and approval for expansion of the garden including a greenhouse and coi pond. Rick Ford expressed concern about proper documentation and the lack of adherence to employment regulations. Also, he was concerned about donations not being filter through the LSC. There appeared to be no questions about honesty only concerns about accountability.
Schoo attorney Mihos questioned Mr. Gass about the hiring practices of Mr. Gass's group, "The Highlands Coalition". It seems that no thought was given to employment regulations. Mr. Gass apologized for his lack of organization and promised to do better in the future.
LSC member Viinnie Spirito questioned the educational value of the garden and Mr. Gass's and fellow workers competence to teach in ths MCAS driven world.
After Donna Cappola called attention to Mr. Gass's sincerety, a compromise was put forth and Mr. Gass through the Highlands Coalition was given $4000 and a hold was put on any further expansion of the garden
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