Noted was that this is a line item recording change. Noted was that Item 2300, tuition for private schools, is almost doubling this year. Confirmation that this item is for special education. Contracted services include boiler cleaning, tuning, automated control systems, snowplowing, etc. Athletic Revolving Account is from user fees, and is still used.
Athletic costs continue to grow.
Councilor review of five year history and five year projection noted. Noted was that comparable towns might not have growth factor Franklin has experienced. Franklin receives the highest Chapter 70 funds, in comparison to 15 surrounding communities. IMG system corresponds to school reporting methods. The strategic plan is to keep class size down.