​Name of Observer: Jane Ficalora
Observed Meeting:   Langley City Council
Date of Meeting: 9/18/2023
Members present: Harolynne Bobis, Rhonda Salerno, Thomas Gill, Craig Cyr, Gail Fleming
Members absent: none
Others present (staff, media, public):  Mayor: Scott Chaplin, Interim Archives and Records Manager: Kristen Abraham, City Administrator: Mark Rentfrow, and Finance Director: Wanda Grone, Planning Director: Meredith Penny, Director or Public Works: Randi Perry, Chief of Police: Tavier Wasser, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director: Inge Morascini and Finance and Personnel Commissioner Rose Hughes
Members of public in person and on zoom are not shown unless they make a comment.

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
• Mayor Chaplin reported that the Requests for Proposals on solar plus storage have gone out. Also, he met with other agencies that received this grant and there is a possibility of cooperating with educational outreach and buying solar panels in bulk instead of one agency at a time.
• Directors Perry and Penny recommended approval of a contract with Cross Reiter, INC to develop a management plan for the city’s publicly owned bluffs. Council member Salerno requested that in the future, council conduct interviews if there are two applicants with competitive quotes. Approval of contract was passed unanimously.
• Administrator Rent and Directors Perry and Penny informed council of an offer for a competitive low interest loan to help fund Langley infrastructure project currently at 90% in the design phase. The updated cost estimates revealed a budget shortfall of approximately $3.5 million dollars. The Public Works Advisory Commission had submitted the application in July and was one of 61 applicants to meet criteria for loan. The application included primarily funding drinking water projects and wetland restoration. Councilmembers had many questions on details of loan structure and how it would be paid back. Renfrow mentioned there still is a chance to use a grant if one is found in future and the
ability to deobligate the loan at a later date.
• Inge Morascini of the Chamber of Commerce talked about the future prospect of electronic charging stations being placed on HWY 525. The charging stations can be an attraction for tourism traffic. Morascini also spoke about the latest delays of Clinton Mukilteo ferry. She suggested bringing Department of Transportation personnel to council to hear directly about the hiring, training, and boat
maintenance issues that have contributed to the delays.

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
League positions can be found here.
Fair & Adequate Revenue
Energy
Shorelines, Wetlands & Land Use
Water & Rivers

Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?   No 
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  All in attendance were given time to speak and ask questions. There were some interruptions and confusion on rules of order, but the meeting was conducted in a civil manner.

Consider the following questions and respond if relevant:

Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Members adhered to amended agenda.
     Allotted time for some of the items went over.
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  No
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? No
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? Yes
Was background material available to the public? Yes
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason?

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: jrfic@yahoo.com                                           Date submitted:  9/21/2023

Name of Observer: Jane Ficalora
Observed Meeting:   Langley City Council
Date of Meeting: 9/5/2023
Members present: Harolynne Bobis, Rhonda Salerno, Thomas Gill, Craig Cyr, Gail Fleming
Members absent: none
Others present (staff, media, public):  Mayor: Scott Chaplin, Interim Archives and Records Manager: Kristen Abraham, City Administrator: Mark Rentfrow, and Finance Director: Wanda Grone
Members of public in person and on zoom are not shown unless they make a comment.

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
• Councilmember Gill presented proposed rules for good council and commission operation that he and council member Bobis had worked on together. Each councilmember contributed thoughts on if the rules would be helpful to better government management. Some members brought up that the same work is being addressed by current updating of the Commission Handbook and the work of the
taskforce for uniform planning. Gill asked for members to send him input on the proposed rules for more discussion. He stated concern that the citizens are not being represented well with the current systems.
• Mayor Chaplin reported that a local resident had sent a letter of complaints to the state auditor. Results from the state auditor showed that the concerns either had or were being addressed by the commission. The auditor's reply stated no laws were broken but did make some recommendations for future procedures.

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here.
Democracy: Elections, Voting Rights & Campaign Finance

Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?   No 
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  Yes – All inattendance were polite and the motions were discussed and voted on in an orderly manner.

Consider the following questions and respond if relevant:
Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Members adhered to the agenda.
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  No
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? No
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? Yes
Was background material available to the public? Yes
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason?

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: jrfic@yahoo.com                                           Date submitted:  9/9/2023

​Name of Observer: Robin Porter
Observed Meeting: South Whidbey School Board   
Date of Meeting: Aug. 30, 2023
Members present: Directors Andrea Downs, Joe Greenheron, Marnie Jackson, Ann Johnson,
Brook Willeford, Superintendent Jo Moccia, Student Members Audrey Gmerek and Katya
Schiavone, Principals John Patton, Kayla Phillips, Dr. Jeff Fankhauser, and Susie Richards,
Assistant Superintendent Dan Poolman, and Communications Director Kristina Macarro.
Members absent: None
Others present (staff, media, public): This meeting was observed via zoom, and there appeared to
be approximately four people in the audience.
Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
 Assistant Superintendent Dan Poolman presented the following financial report
summary:
Fund    07/31/2023
General Fund    $ 5,234,027.96
Capital Projects Fund    $2,058,503.27
Debt Service Fund    $ 1,489.60
Associated Student Body Fund    $ 69,776.79
Transportation Fund    $151,689.15
Private Purpose Trust Fund    $ 805,437.93
Poolman has stated previously that the district’s budget continues to be adversely affected
by inflation, declining enrollment (since the 1990s), and loss of federal funds (pandemic
aid). A final budget was due to OSPI (Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction)

by this August (2023). The most recent school bond vote failed by 129 votes (it’s
required that a bond vote pass by a 60% majority).
 School lunch prices: The board voted in favor of gradually raising the school lunch cost
by 5 cents each year, rather than to raise these all at once by 25 cents. The school lunch
calculations are set by OSDI at a rate of $3.62, with the federal rate being $4.33 for free
and reduced lunches.
 SWSD Superintendent Jo Moccia and Assistant Superintendent Dan Poolman have
consolidated three more roles within the district: Moccia’s responsibilities now include
serving as Director of Special Education; and Poolman’s responsibilities have expanded
to include Director of Maintenance and Director of Human Resources. This occurred
when two positions- one a half time position and another, a part time principal position
closed. They anticipate that this will be a cost savings to SWSD of about $200,000
annually.
  The Mother Mentor non-profit group’s lease at South Campus was approved for the
upcoming year. The organization will be leasing more space and paying the SWSD a
commensurate rate. 
 SWSD is waiting on an anticipated electric charging station and electric school bus.
Arrival is expected in October 2023. The SWSD has also joined with a consortium of
smaller WA school districts in applying for a second electric school bus. The route the
new bus will take has not yet been determined. There was discussion that hilly routes
should be avoided; that the bus’ use may be rotated between several routes so that as
many students as possible may get to ride.
List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here: Positions - LWV Whidbey Island)
Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?  No   
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend? NA

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner? Yes
Consider the following questions and respond if relevant:
Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Yes
Were any non-agenda items discussed? No
Was there adequate discussion of issues? Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? Yes, for “negotiations.” An executive session followed
the Board’s business meeting, to discuss negotiations for one hour.
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? Yes.
Was background material available to the public? Yes.
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason? NA

List any other concerns or observations: None
Observer E-mail:  rbnporter81@gmail.com                                      Date submitted: Sept. 4, 2023

​Name of Observer: Jane Ficalora
Observed Meeting:   Langley City Council
Date of Meeting: 8/21/2023
Members present: Harolynne Bobis, Rhonda Salerno, Thomas Gill, Craig Cyr, Gail Fleming
Members absent: none
Others present (staff, media, public):  Mayor: Scott Chaplin, Interim Archives and Records Manager: Kristen Abraham, City Administrator: Mark Rentfrow, Chief of Police: Tavier Wasser, Executive Director Langley Chamber of Commerce Inge Morascini and members of the public.
There were also members of public on zoom - they are not shown unless they make a comment.

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
• City Administrator Mark Rentfrow highlighted some activities he has engaged in during his first weeks as administrator. He has been meeting members of community, attending webinars on accessing grants, and enrolled in an Island County Economic Development Council seven-month leadership program.
• Chief Wasser announced modernization award the police department received, touted good relationship department had all summer long with community and spoke on Langley's engagement with county on Emergency Management Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Wasser also spoke on recently hosting a West African delegation that included 40 children and 4 mentors making a video on domestic abuse and assault. He gave the children a short tour of City Hall and spoke briefly on the city history and government.
• Records manager Abraham, Mayor Chaplin and Council member Cyr all spoke about grants Langley received for work in archiving, solar power, and local projects.
• Council observed a moment of silence at the beginning of meeting in honor of passing of the whale Tokitae. Later in the meeting council members mentioned their sadness over the passing of Tokitae. Council member Cyr mentioned there had been a remembrance ceremony in Langley for Tokitae. He continued on t0 say how Langley seems to be the city that community goes to for connection time and again to manage loss.

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here.
Economic & Social Justice
Shorelines, Wetlands and Land Use

Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?   No 
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  Yes – All in
attendance were polite and the motions were discussed and voted on in an orderly
manner.

Consider the following questions and respond if relevant:
Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Members adhered to agenda? Yes
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  No
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? No
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? Yes
Was background material available to the public? Yes
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason?

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: jrfic@yahoo.com                                           Date submitted:  8/23/2023

​Name of Observer: Judy Hucka
Observed Meeting:   WhidbeyHealth Board of Commissioners
Date of Meeting: August 17, 2023
Members present: Members present: All five commissioners were present: President Ron Wallin, Gregory Richardson, James Golder, Morgan Cooper, Eric Anderson.
Members absent: 0
Others present (staff, media, public):  Staff members present: CEO Nathan Staggs, Dr. Robert Wagner, (former chief of staff, filling in for Dr David Lemme), John Freeman (Associate Vice President of HealthTech Management Services), Shanna Harney-Bates (Quality), Paul Rogers (Finance), Tim Waldner (IT/Ancillary Services), Samar Arny (Director, WhidbeyHealth Foundation).\

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
The meeting was primarily devoted to routine reports. One recurring topic was progress being made in attracting new providers (doctors, nurses, etc.) to WhidbeyHealth, reducing the need to hire temporary locums, which are expensive. This is a reflection of the improving reputation of WhidbeyHealth and the positive turnaround in management, finances and staff morale. Another recurring topic was the nationwide problem of long wait times to see primary care providers, which WhidbeyHealth is also experiencing. Financial results for July were somewhat mixed, due to a variety of factors. Still a sense that financial situation is gradually improving.

A new women’s clinic is opening soon near the hospital in Coupeville. A new CT unit is being built.

Continuing discussion on the need to market WH’s services and tell the community about the marked improvement in management, finances and health care services. A new marketing director has been hired and will be on board soon.

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here.
None

Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues? No    
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  Yes

Consider the following questions and respond if relevant:
Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Yes
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  No
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? No
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? Yes
Was background material available to the public? Yes, I assume so.
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason?
List any other concerns or observations: None

Observer E-mail: judy.hucka@gmail.com                                            Date submitted:  8/17/2023

​Name of Observer: Jane Ficalora
Observed Meeting:   Langley City Council
Date of Meeting: 8/7/2023
Members present: Rhonda Salerno, Thomas Gill, Craig Cyr, Gail Fleming
Members absent: Harolynne Bobis
Others present (staff, media, public):  Mayor: Scott Chaplin, Temporary Clerk: Christian Abraham, City Administrator: Mark Rentfrom, Planning Director: Meredith Penny, Director of Public Works: Randi Perry, Finance Director: Wanda Grone, Chief of Police: Tavier Wasser (arrived late), Representatives of City Commissions
There were also members of public on zoom - they are not shown unless they make a comment.

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
• Mayor Scott Chaplin reported on attending a meeting in Everett earlier in the day by the invitation of Representative Rick Larsen. Attending as well were five other congressmen and all the County Commissioners. The mayor learned federal funding for infrastructure projects will be available in near future and suggested council prepare to take advantage of that opportunity.
• New City Administrator Mark Rentfrom presented a power point to introduce himself and provide some information on his work background.
• Both Mayor Scott Chaplin and Finance Director Wanda Grone spoke on budget planning matters. Director Grone showed council updates she suggested to the city's Budget Mission Statement and Fiscal Goals document. Mayor Chaplin asked for council to schedule two workshops for budget process overview.
• Planning Director Penny came prepared to lead the council through an Island County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy's (CEDS) outreach exercise. The county is looking for local input and has requested a Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis be completed. CEDS is collecting SWOT analyses feedback from industries and jurisdictions within Island County. Director Penny has completed the SWOT exercise with commissions and was prepared to complete the analysis with the council or to have council review the commissions' analyses. Council members were not prepared to do the exercise at the time of the meeting. Council planned to complete the analysis at the next Wednesday meeting. They tentatively decided to
provide both the commissions' completed exercises with council comments, aswell as their own, to CEDS.

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here.
Fair & Adequate Revenue
Shorelines, Wetlands and Land Use

Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?   No 
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  Yes – All in attendance were polite and the motions were discussed and voted on in an orderly manner.

 Consider the following questions and respond if relevant: 
Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Members adhered to amended agenda.
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  No
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? No
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? Yes
Was background material available to the public? Yes
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason?

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: jrfic@yahoo.com                                           Date submitted:  7/18/2023

T​Name of Observer: Jane Ficalora
Observed Meeting:   Langley City Council
Date of Meeting: 7/17/2023
Members present: Rhonda Salerno, Thomas Gill, Craig Cyr, Gail Fleming
Members absent: Harolynne Bobis
Others present (staff, media, public):  Mayor: Scott Chaplin, Temporary Clerk: Christian Abraham, Planning Director: Meredith Penny, Director of Public Works: Randi Perry, Finance Director: Wanda Gone, Chief of Police: Tavier Wasser, Representatives of Snohomish Tribe of Indians, Jennifer Noveck of Economic Development Council for Island County, and public participants.
There were also members of public on zoom - they are not shown unless they make a
comment.

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
• City Hall welcomed representatives of the Snohomish Tribe of Indians. Council motion and accepted proclamation of this week being "Snohomish Tribal Canoe Week" in Langley. Representatives of the tribe gifted their flag to city and spoke on bringing back some traditions and having more community connections in the future.
• During public comment period one citizen asking if missing funds mentioned in a past meeting had been found and if past agenda items had been changed online. Other comments included an expression of concern regarding new housing proposal by treatment plant, and commendations to council for welcoming Snohomish tribe.
• Jennifer Noveck was present to update council on comprehensive development economic strategy (CEDS). A link to a survey has been put on homepage of the Langley city website and input is accepted until August first.
• Planning Director Penny mentioned monies for Comprehensive Plan have been awarded by WA State Dept of Commerce. In order to receive funding the planning department must submit update grant application materials by September 30th.
• Police Chief Wasser mentioned a new Tesla patrol car has been purchased and the department hopes to have it labeled in time to attend National Night Out in Oak Harbor on the first Tuesday in August. https://natw.org/
• Three members of council talked about the great time they had at the Pride Parade they had attended. It was colorful, fun and an important expression of human rights.

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here.
Economic & Social Justice
Fair & Adequate Revenue
Shorelines, Wetlands and Land Use

Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?   No 
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  Yes – All in attendance were polite and the motions were discussed and voted on in an orderly manner.

 Consider the following questions and respond if relevant: 

Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes:
https://cms4files1.revize.com/langleywashington/2023-07-
17%20City%20Council%20Agenda%20Packet%20w%20redactions.pdf
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Members adhered to amended agenda
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  No
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? No
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? Yes
Was background material available to the public? Yes - see link above
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason?

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: jrfic@yahoo.com                                           Date submitted:  7/18/2023

​Name of Observer: Becky Bolte
Observed Meeting:   Oak Harbor School Board
Date of Meeting: 6/26/2023
Members present: Lynn Goebel, Bob Hallahan, Nicole Tesch, Jessica Aws, Sharon Jensen
Members absent: Student board members not required in summer
Others present (staff, media, public):  Superintendent Michelle Kuss-Cybula, Asst Superintendent Dwight Lundstrom

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
4.01 No visitors

5.01 Superintendent’s report
iReady Reading Trend K-8 Data
-All elementary schools have positive growth overall in meeting proficiency in reading since 2019-20 (up 10%)
-OHI grades 5-6 up +1%, NWMS grades 7-8 down -2% since 2020, up in 2023 for grades 5-8
-Cabinet calibration – Superintendent, principals, board members worked with consultant – looked at successes and challenges. As a cabinet, “we believe all students are uniquely different and can succeed through high quality educational opportunities in a safe, supportive, and enriching environment.” All are reading “Leadership on the Line” by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linsky.
-Crescent Harbor Elementary and Hand in Hand/Home Connections milestones: Schematic design documents – 8/15/2023o 1st advertisement for bids – 3/27/2024
-Board approval of construction contract -5/12/2024
-Substantial completion of new building – 6/30/2025
-1st day of school in new building – 9/2/2025
-Final completion of construction – 10/31/2025
-Hiring a consultancy group for construction because there are 2 projects to merge, and the reporting and reimbursement required because of grants (not through OSPI as usual for construction)
-RFP going out on July 24, 2023
-Proposals due Aug 11
-Board approval on Aug 28

6.01 WSSDA Fall 2023 Conference Attendance – moved and passed that registration for 5 directors ($540 each) and two student board members would be funded. It is an opportunity for board professional development, outcome of election is unknown by the time of early registration, and conference on west side saves travel costs.

11.02 2023-24 Draft Budget All Funds - Draft budget reviewed, what’s on pages outlined but $$ figures not shown in meeting. Presumably the document was available to board members. It was stated that enrollment drives revenues and student needs drive expenditures. Reductions in staff have not resulted in decreases in salaries/benefits. Currently, salaries and benefits are 88.19% of budget.

13.01 Upcoming meetings – July 31 at noon by Google Meet, regular board meetings -Aug 14 and 28 at 6 pm

14.01 Executive Session to review the performance of a Public Employee

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here.

Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?      No
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  Yes

Consider the following questions and respond if relevant:
Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Yes
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  No
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? Yes
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? No visitors
Was background material available to the public? Yes, except for a copy of the 2023-24 Draft Budget      All Funds
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason?

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: bbolte@comcast.net                           Date submitted:  6/28/23

Name of Observer: Jane Ficalora
Observed Meeting:   Langley City Council
Date of Meeting: 6/20/2023
Members present: Harolynne Bobis, Rhonda Salerno, Thomas Gill, Craig Cyr, Gail Fleming
Members absent: none
Others present (staff, media, public):  Mayor: Scott Chaplin, Temporary Clerk: Christian Abraham, Planning Director: Meredith Penny, Director of Public Works: Randi Perry, Main St Assoc Executive Director: Nicole Johnson, and public participants
There were also members of public on zoom - they are not shown unless they make a comment.

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
• Jill Edwards, who is spearheading pride parade on July 8, updated council on details of the event. State Senator Marko Liias is to be Grand Marshall of the parade. There will be music, food and booths after the parade with Senator Liias and others speaking. Facebook site is South Whidbey Pride for more information.

• Mayor Chaplin informed council that boxes needing to be moved for library renovation continue to be sorted and asked for approval of $200/month storage rent at Langley Methodist Church. Request was approved.

• Planning Director Penny shared power point on City of Langley Housing Action Plan and asked for Hearing and passage of Resolution and Ordinances pertaining to HAP and adoption of new definitions for Langley Municipal Code - regarding land use categories and emergency housing among others - to be done at same time. The request was made to meet grant deadline and was approved.

• Planning Director Penny also requested change in fee schedule for commercial solar array permitting because of discrepancy between what county and city charge. The request was approved.

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here.
Economic & Social Justice
Fair & Adequate Revenue
Energy

Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?   No 
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  Yes – All in attendance were polite and the motions were discussed and voted on in an orderly manner.

Consider the following questions and respond if relevant:
Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes -
     https://cms4files1.revize.com/langleywashington/2023-06-20%20COUNCIL%20PACKET.pdf
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? Members adhered to amended agenda.
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  No
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? Yes - an executive session was called to discuss potential litigation per RCW (Revised Code of Washington) 42.30.110(1)(i)
     https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=42.30.110
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? Yes
Was background material available to the public? Yes - see link above
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? No
If yes, for what reason?

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: jrfic@yahoo.com                                           Date submitted:  6/23/2023

​Name of Observer: Becky Bolte
Observed Meeting:   Oak Harbor School Board
Date of Meeting: 6/12/2023
Members present: Lynn Goebel, Bob Hallahan, Nicole Tesch, Jessica Aws, Sharon Jensen,
Josiah Villano, student
Members absent:
Others present (staff, media, public):  Superintendent Michelle Kuss-Cybula, Asst
Superintendent Dwight Lundstrom, Ray Cone, CTC
Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
4.01 Recognition of CTE Students of the Year – Cheyenne Pressley, Daniel Peterson.
4.02 Recognition of Garden Club
4.03 Recognition of Lions Club – Dwight Lundstrom and Robin White recognized the Club for
helping with student vision screening
4.04 The Superintendent recognized Employees of the Year:
 Dee Lee, Oak Harbor Intermediate School – Certificated Employee of the Year
 Zach Lizama, Warehouse worker – Classified Employee of the Year
 Tonia Johnston, Asst Director of Special Programs – Administrator of the Year
 Megan Kinghorn – Substitute
 Brandy Preston – Volunteer

 Andy Wesley - Coach
6. Superintendent’s report – this year started shift in language from “those” or “my students” to
“our students” across the system.
10.01 Student Support Report – Presented by Dwight Lundstrom.
-Reviewed Health Services:
 Regular – Diabetic care, head bumps, ice packs, stomach and headaches
 New – Absence mitigation, anxiety management, MTSS (multi-tiered system of supports)
teams
-There are 4 mental health counselors, with a grant through ESD 189 to add another.
-Discipline big picture comparing 18/19 school year with 22/23 school year:
 Middle school kids have had a tough time adjusting post-pandemic
 Bullying and substance abuse issues have increased
 Harassment and fighting violence have decreased

13.01 Board comments. Board President Goebel thanked the Superintendent and Asst.
Superintendent for meeting with students who spoke to the board at the last meeting about the
Laramie Project. Had some press coverage. They had a great meeting and will see end results
from the meeting. She said that even though the board is not obligated to respond during the
meeting, we will continue working hard to insure that our public feels that when they come and
we listen to their comments that we know there is going to be a response.
14.01 Upcoming board meeting - June 26 at 6 pm
15.01 Executive Session to review the Performance of the Superintendent
List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: 
(League positions can be found here: Positions - LWV Whidbey Island)
Do you recommend local League action or study on any of these issues?      No
If ‘yes’ what action do you recommend?

Was the meeting conducted in an open, business-like, and civil manner?  Yes

Consider the following questions and respond if relevant:

Was the agenda made available prior to and at the meeting? Yes
Did members adhere to the provided agenda? yes
Were any non-agenda items discussed?  no
Was there adequate discussion of issues?  Yes
Were any “Executive Sessions” called? Yes
Was there adequate opportunity for public input? No visitors
Was background material available to the public? yes
Did any member recuse themselves during the meeting? no
If yes, for what reason?

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: bbolte@comcast.net                           Date submitted:  6/13/23