Convention Theme National School Boards Association Program Review Update Round Table Discussion -Empowering Our Children Adjourn . . .
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Pledge of Allegiance President Betheil led the Pledge of Allegiance. Adoption of Agenda President Betheil presented the proposed agenda and recommended its adoption. Carried Unanimously At Ms. Shipley's request, there was a discussion of Governor Pataki's State of the State message and his proposal to impose a cap on school property taxes. The Board was given a copy of the press release issued by the Governor's office, President Betheil's written statement reacting to the State of the State message, and a packet of newspaper articles commenting on the Governor's proposal. Carried Unanimously Prepare for Regents Interviews Incumbent Regents Saul Cohen and Peter Pryor were scheduled to be interviewed by the Board on January 8, 1999.