South Whidbey School Board, February 22, 2023

Name of Observer: Diana Conners
Observed Meeting: South Whidbey School Board Business Mtg
Date of Meeting: Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Members present: Directors: Joe Greenheron, Marnie Jackson, Ann Johnson, Brook Willeford,
Superintendent: Jo Moccia, Student Members: Audrey Gmerea & Katya Schiavone, Principals: John Patton, Kayla Phillips, Dr Jeff Fankhauser, Susie Richards, Asst. Superintendent: Dan Poolman, Communications Director: Kristina Macarro
Members absent: Andrea Downs
Others present (staff, media, public):

Summarize the main issues discussed at the meeting:
Presentations by students–What’s happening in their individual schools. Three presentations.
Board Proposal: 2023 Updating Facilities for K-12/ School Bond $80K Approved. Resolution #669–General Obligation Bond Financial Report and Enrollment Summary Fund 1/31/2023 General Fund $5,075,922.73 Enrollment YTD average: 1151.07

List any issues on the agenda relevant to any LWV state or local positions or programs: N/A

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

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

Consider the following questions and respond if relevant.

FEATURE EVALUATED COMMENTS

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? Moderate
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 For what reason? N/A

List any other concerns or observations:

Observer E-mail: conners@whidbey.com
Date submitted: 02/27/2023