EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Northwest Allen County Board of School Trustees met in executive session on February 27, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office. Members present: Kent Somers, Liz Hathaway, Ron Felger, Steve Bartkus and John Hilger. Also present: Chris Himsel, Gloria Shamanoff, Bill Mallers and John Miller.
I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b) 2(D): For discussion of strategy with respect to the purchase or lease of real property.
Dr. Himsel, Mr. Mallers and Mr. Miller presented updated information regarding the purchase or lease of real property.
No other business was discussed.
Meeting recessed at 7:02 p.m.
The undersigned certify that no other subject matter of business was discussed in the executive session other than the subject matter of business specified in the public notice of the executive session.
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REGULAR MEETING
The Northwest Allen County Board of School Trustees met in regular session on Monday, February 27, 2017 at 7:02 p.m. in the Central Office Board Room. Members present: Kent Somers, Liz Hathaway, John Hilger, Ron Felger and Steve Bartkus. Also present: Chris Himsel, Gloria Shamanoff, Bill Mallers, Lisa Harris, staff, patrons and a reporter.
Motions herewith mentioned are unanimous unless otherwise stated.
President Kent Somers called the meeting to order. Motion to approve the minutes of the February 13, 2017 Executive Sessions and Regular Meeting as presented by John Hilger; seconded by Liz Hathaway. Motion carried.
COMMENDATIONS
Dr. Shamanoff read commendations for the following:
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Carroll Middle School Students recently enjoyed success at the ISSMA Solo and Ensemble contest where 29 students earned silver medals, 11 students earned gold medals and 19 Ensembles earned gold medals.
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Carroll Middle School Nanoline team competed in the Regional competition at Purdue University on February 4th earning the TEAMWORK Award. The Nanoline team was chosen to compete at the National Finals in Harrisburg, PA on February 18th where they earned the TEAMWORK Award once again.
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For the past 20 school years, Mr. Karsten Lochmueller has coached the Carroll Middle School 8th grade boys' basketball team. Joining him for 17 of those years was Mr. Blake Williams as coach of the 7th grade Carroll Middle School boys' basketball team. Both coaches have decided to step down and end their tenure as coaches. They are recognized for their support, enthusiasm, hard work, dedication, and impact on the student-athletes that have played under these coaches. Carroll Middle School was able to celebrate them with a sendoff party at their last home game that included packed stands of former players, including some of the players from their first year teams. These two will continue to impact the life of our community by continuing to teach at Carroll Middle School. We thank them for their years of service.
PERSONNEL/COMMUNICATIONS
A. INTENT TO RETIRE Sue Dowling, Youth Services Center Teacher, submitted her intent to retire as of 5/26/17. Denise Hayes, Hickory Center Teacher, submitted her intent to retire as of 5/26/17.
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B. LEAVE OF ABSENCE REQUESTS Recommend the following:
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NAME
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SCHOOL
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POSITION
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LEAVE DATES
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Megan Cripe
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Maple Creek
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Dean of Students
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3/20/17-5/26/17
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Gretchen Davenport
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Eel River
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Teacher
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2/7 pm-8/17
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Teresa Ellenberger
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Eel River
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Instructional Assistant
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3/16-20/17
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Jana Fey
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Transportation
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Bus Driver
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3/15-22/17
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Melisa Jackowiak
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Carroll Middle
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Food Service Assistant
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1/30/17-2/1/17, 2/15/17, 2/17/17-3/10/17
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Deborah Roberts
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Hickory Center
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Teacher
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3/20/17
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Jamie Schaefer
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Oak View
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Teacher
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4/10/17-5/26/17
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Annette Sorich
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Carroll High
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Food Service
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3/13-17/17
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Kerry Steele
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Transportation
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Bus Driver
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3/27/17-5/25/17
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Amy Williams
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Transportation
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Bus Driver
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3/17-24/17
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C. CERTIFIED RECOMMENDATION Recommended the following:
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NAME
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SCHOOL
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POSITION
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NEW/REPLACING
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Elizabeth Taylor
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Carroll High
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Long-term Substitute Teacher Effective 3/13/17-5/26/17
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Liz Scare
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D. CLASSIFIED RECOMMENDATIONS Recommended the following:
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NAME
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SCHOOL
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POSITION
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Jessica Baker
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Carroll Middle
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Custodian 4 hours/day 38 weeks/year Effective 2/28/17
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Mary Jane Brown
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Hickory Center
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Instructional Assistant SE additional .5 hour/day 3.5 hours/day total Eff. 2/28/17-4/21/17
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Hannah Cattell
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Eel River
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Instructional Assistant SE 4.5 hours/day Effective 2/28/17
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Heather Edgar
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Cedar Canyon
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TRANSFER to Huntertown Food Service Assistant 4.5 hours/day Effective 2/28/17
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Patricia Flaherty
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Carroll Middle
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Instructional Assistant SE 2.5 hours/day
Instructional Assistant Bus Monitor 1.5 hours/day
Effective 3/3/17
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Jill Glass
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Carroll Middle
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TRANSFER to Instructional Assistant Office 7 hours/day Effective 2/28/17
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Angelyn Hoekema
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Carroll Middle
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TRANSFER to Carroll High OLC Instructional Assistant 3.5 hours/day
Effective 2/28/17
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Danielle Jones
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Hickory Center
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Instructional Assistant SE additional 2 hours/day 5 hours/day total Eff. 2/28/17-4/21/17
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Teresa Kage
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Arcola
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Custodian 7.25 hours/day Effective 2/28/17
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Rachel Palermo
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Hickory Center
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Food Service Assistant 3.75 hours/day Effective 2/28/17
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E. EXTRACURRICULAR RESIGNATION Amber Starkel, Carroll Middle Cross County (F), resigned as of 2/16/17.
F. EXTRACURRICULAR RECOMMENDATION
Recommended the following for the 2016-17 school year:
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NAME
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SCHOOL
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POSITION
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Andy Goodwin
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Carroll High
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Assistant Track (F)
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Motion to approve items A-F by Liz Hathaway seconded by Ron Felger. Motion carried.
G. TRAVEL REQUESTS Requested approval of the following:
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EMPLOYEE
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SCHOOL
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DATE(S)
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TOTAL
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FUND
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PURPOSE
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Nicole Croy
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Carroll High
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3/8-10/17
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$ 1,835.50
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Prof. Dev.
Ind. Youth
Institute
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National Society of Photographic Education
Conference, Orlando, FL
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Phil Frazier
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Carroll High
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6/26-29/17
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$ 1,425.02
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Acad. Honors
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AP Music Theory Summer Institute
Chicago, IL
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Patty Hauser
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Corporation
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3/2-3/17
4/11-12/17
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$ 1,135.00
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Adm. Travel
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IASBO Treasurer's Workshop
Indianapolis, IN
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Casey Stansifer
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Corporation
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4/25/17
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$ 235.00
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Tech. CPF
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Leadership in a Digital World
West Lafayette, IN
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Motion to approve by John Hilger; seconded by Liz Hathaway. Board member questions asked and answered. Motion carried.
H. FIELD TRIP REQUESTS Recommend the following:
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SCHOOL/GROUP
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DATE(S)
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MODE
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LOCATION
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Carroll High Dance Team
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3/10-11/17
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School Bus
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State Dance Team Championships
New Castle High School, New Castle, IN
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Carroll High Percussion Band
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4/19-22/17
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Activity Bus
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World Indoor Percussion Championships
University of Dayton, Dayton, OH
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Eel River 4th Grade
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4/28/17
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Charter Bus
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The Children's Museum of Indianapolis & Indiana State House
Indianapolis, IN
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Perry Hill 3rd Grade
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5/4/17
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Charter Bus
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Sauder Village, Archbold, OH
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Motion to approve by John Hilger; seconded by Liz Hathaway. Motion carried.
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I. GIFT/GRANT/DONATION ACCEPTANCE Brandon Bitting, Carroll High Principal, requested permission to accept a donation in the amount of $750.00 from Indiana Youth Institute to be used for photography education conference expenses for Nicole Croy. Motion to approve by Liz Hathaway; seconded by Ron Felger.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
A. FUTURE SCHOOL CALENDARS
Recommended the enclosed 2017-18, 2018-19, and 2019-20 school calendars. Motion to approve by John Hilger; seconded by Ron Felger. Motion carried.
B. UPDATE ON OUTDOOR ATHLETIC FACILITIES
Brian Bolander from Barton-Coe-Vilamaa along with Andy Bearman from Commonwealth Engineers presented their findings on how NACS could update Carroll High School's outdoor athletic facilities.
BUSINESS REPORT
A. CORPORATION PURCHASES Building Corporation Purchases - $19,024.42. Motion to approve by Liz Hathaway; seconded by John Hilger. Motion carried.
B. CORPORATION PAYMENTS Building Corporation Payments - $21,154.75. Motion to approve by John Hilger; seconded by Liz Hathaway. Motion carried.
Motion to approve claims and payroll, subject to audit, by Liz Hathaway; seconded by Ron Felger. Motion carried.
Board Comments: Kent Somers thanked retiring teachers, Mrs. Sue Dowing and Mrs. Denise Hayes, for their service and dedication to the Northwest Allen County Schools Corporation.
Audience Comments: None
Superintendent's Comments: Dr. Himsel recognized the following: Carroll High School Boys' Swim Team who finished 7th in the state. Carroll High School Show Choir for earning Runner-Up at the Lafayette Jefferson High School Invitational. Riley Lefever, 2013 Carroll High graduate, who qualified for the NCAA Wrestling finals; if he wins, he will be a four-time National Champion.
Motion to adjourn by Ron Felger; seconded by Steve Bartkus.
Meeting adjourned.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Northwest Allen County Board of School Trustees reconvened at 8:16 p.m. in executive session in the Central Office. Members present: Kent Somers, Liz Hathaway, Ron Felger, Steve Bartkus and John Hilger. Also present: Chris Himsel, Gloria Shamanoff, Bill Mallers and John Miller.
I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b) 2(D): For discussion of strategy with respect to the purchase or lease of real property.
Discussion continued regarding the purchase or lease of real property.
No other business was discussed.
Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
The undersigned certify that no other subject matter of business was discussed in the executive session other than the subject matter of business specified in the public notice of the executive session.
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