Final
Call to Order and Introductions
SCHOOL FINANCE SYSTEM
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09:16 AM -- Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by the chair, Senator Windels. Senator Windels asked committee members and task forces member to introduce themselves. Committee members present were: Senators Anderson, Bacon, and Tupa, and Representatives Benefield King, Merrifield, Penry, and Pommer. Task force members present were: Mr. Augenblick, Mr. Freeman, Mr. Gustafson, Ms. Herrmann, Mr. Jagel, Ms. Lopez, Ms. Middleton, Mr. Murphy, Ms. Newell, Ms. Rainey, Mr. Salazar, Ms. Urschel, Mr. Van Sant, and Mr. Weigel. Senator Windels thanked members of the committee and task force for their service. She indicated that the committee needs to consider issues of equity and to study the shift from universal access to universal proficiency. She said that the committee will look at the various mandates that impact Colorado's school funding, such as school choice provisions and on-line schools. The needs present in the schools and in the learning environment will also be discussed.
Senator Windels walked through the day's agenda, indicating that Mr. Augenblick would start the agenda by providing a national perspective on school finance issues. She said that during the course of the meeting, stakeholder groups will have an opportunity to discuss areas that they think are appropriate for committee consideration. Senator Windels again expressed her appreciation for the members' attendance at the meeting. She said that during the course of the committee's work, she expects that the task force will be able to provide expertise and technical guidance.