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Page 3 budget is pretty much at max for the year. Mr. Bacigalupi also mentioned the possibility that computers could be purchased from that money. Mr. Goggin felt that the Finance Committee should also research this. Mr. Goggin asked if there were any optional items in the FY97 budget? Dr. DeMoura indicated that some positions are very important. They are considering a Network Administrator. They are looking for experienced teachers. The sport programs and music is also very important at the high school level. They also expect an increase for Special Education. Ms. King explained that Mr. Goggin is on the Computer Committee in Town and that they are also looking to hire a Network Coordinator. Dr. DeMoura felt that he would explore the possibility of sharing this individual. Mr. Goggin asked costs in this budget were considered start up costs? Dr. DeMoura mentioned 9th grade textbooks. The following year they will need to purchase 10th grade but not 9th. Uniforms for junior varsity teams will be needed. Mr. Golub asked if the School Committee has considered having all students wear uniforms on a day to day basis? Ms. Mills answered that no they have not even considered it. Dr. DeMoura answered that there were not too many other start up costs except for people. Ms. King asked about possibly having a joint meeting again in February. Deirdre Greelish, who was seated in the room, asked when the discussion of curriculum would be discussed. Dr. DeMoura answered that the four academic teachers need to be hired first. They will be as of July 1st and 9th grade curriculum can be created. Mr. williams stated that they have come up with preliminary studies for electives, but that you cannot plan for staff until you know what the students want. The School Committee will approve graduation requirements. He said that they also have a very good idea what will be offered to students for course titles. Ms. Greelish said that there will only be 110 students in the ninth grade. Mr. Williams said that they have kept the number of course electives low. The joint meeting adjourned at 8:10PM. Capital Improvement Committee Mr. Golub explained that the Committee is looking for a number from which they can start. Free Cash will not be an issue. Mr. Golub explained that he would, however, support an increase in the Capital budget with a decrease in the Operational budget. He felt that he would stick with the numbers outlined in the Long Range Plan. He said that 11$700,000 or $800,000 in capital requests would have to fit into a $200,000 socket" . Ms. King felt that Mr. Golub