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Board members: Karen Tonne, Sara Fletcher, Leann Griffin, Eva Madrigal, Erik Young

-Josh Neilsen made a presentation on the Apptegy app and platform to allow for better communication between the district and community. The board authorized Superintendent Cox to pursue pricing negotiations for the program. (See story, Page 7)

-No athletes turned out for track but “lots” are signed up for Jr. High softball. Travis Crockett, Jose Gonzalez and Fernando Lopez were recognized as All-League players which, as Chairman Karen Tonne noted, was a first for Prescott.

-Approved policy 5404, which combined two existing policies, dealing with family, maternity and military caregiver leave, into one.

-Approved the purchase of a new bus.

-Contracted for services with Jubilee Leadership Academy.

-Approved a bid to replace a failing irrigation pump.

-Approved a $3,500 expenditure to build a fence around the “F St.” rental property to improve the property and privacy. The rent returns to the capital projects fund and the funds will be replaced in six months.

-Approved Title I Priority Consultant contract with Michelle Curry.

-Approved Indistar Coordinator Agreement with Sonia Patino of $1,000.

-Approved the purchase of 90 Chromebooks. (See story Page 7)