Final
Task Force Update
SCHOOL FINANCE SYSTEM
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09:10 AM
The meeting was called to order by the chairman, Senator Windels. Members present were: Senators Bacon, Spence, and Tupa; and Representatives Benefield, King, Merrifield, and Penry. Senator Anderson was present after roll call.
09:10 AM
Senator Windels invited Scott Murphy, school finance task force chairman, to the table to discuss updates from the task force. He indicated that he was not yet bringing recommendations from the task force. He distributed the agendas for the meetings that the task force has held so far (Attachment A). The task force has met a total of four times. He said that the task force initially discussed its charge from the committee, but more recently has discussed what should drive the school finance system and how key components can be incorporated into total program funding. He indicated that the task force has also spent time discuss capital construction needs and funding.
09:14 AM
Mr. Murphy indicated that the task force has a writing committee that is working on a report to the committee. The goal is to submit it to the committee in mid-September.
Senator Windels indicated that several task force members will be providing perspectives and feedback later in the afternoon. Mr. Murphy concluded by thanking the committee for the opportunity to serve and dialogue on school finance issues. Senator Windels also expressed her appreciation to the task force.