Our Schools
Beecher building committee discusses moving referendum ahead of Election Day
Revised enrollment projections and updated concept plans move forward as outreach and survey efforts continue
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Beecher project website sets November referendum date as questions persist over replacement-versus-renovation rationale
Town-wide newsletter and community survey accompany rollout of new public outreach campaign tied to proposed Beecher Road School project
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Board Watch: Charter Revision work continues, new Beecher Building Committee meets
Charter proposals transmitted from BOS are reviewed and Beecher Building Committee elects officers, reviews public outreach materials and project timeline
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BOS votes to advance Beecher school project despite questions on process, authority, and cost
Resolutions to pursue state funding and establish a new building committee pass 4-2 after debate over governance process, charter authority, and project cost
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Amity Board of Education sends 1.2% budget increase to referendum
April 6 public hearing and regular meeting include budget presentation and operational updates
Our Schools
WBOE approves $20k+ contract for school construction communications consultant
Contract language emphasizes “sustaining support” for new school as officials prepare for potential referendum
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Amity BOE trims budget proposal to 1.2 percent increase
Board also considers schedule changes at middle schools and hears public comments from students with AI policy concerns
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Amity bylaws shaped by earlier district crisis come into focus after February budget vote
Board chair participation in the AFC’s 4–3 recommendation draws attention to rules adopted after the district’s record 17 failed budget referenda during early-2000s crisis
Our Schools
With grant clock ticking, Beecher Building Committee advances plan for new school construction
Plan calls for demolition of Beecher Road School and construction of a new building on the property, including expansion of Pre-K program
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Amity Finance Committee advances revised budget after deadlocked vote at Joint Workshop with ABOE
Failed 3–3 motion followed by 4–3 vote to approve; adjustments bring proposed increase to 1.53%
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A closer look at Amity facilities and capital planning
District leaders acknowledge need to address significant infrastructure issues across all three schools
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Beecher Building Committee outlines path toward possible school project application
BIUBC meeting discussion highlights grant eligibility, required approvals, and affordability considerations