Andrew Herchek

“Mr. Herchek thanked him for his steady guidance and community focus during and after the pandemic.”

“Mr. Herchek thanked Ms. Rankin for her four years of commitment”

“Herchek, abstain”

“Ms. Marano and Mr. Herchek volunteered to write a letter to the editor outlining the project's facts and details, while the committee will continue outreach efforts through podcasts and information sessions with the League of Women Voters.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Herchek, aye for both”

“Mr. Herchek seconded”

“Herchek, aye for both”

“Mr. Conry reported that the Massachusetts Department of Revenue's Division of Local Services has certified the Excess and Deficiency (E&D) fund at $1,772,572 as of June 30, 2025. This amount represents 4.38% of the FY26 budget, which is below the 5.0% statutory cap. Mr. Conry noted that while the district has benefited from interest income and one-time revenues, the current budget is tighter and more predictable; consequently, $300,000 of the E&D fund has already been allocated to offset operating costs.”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek shared an update on the Willard Elementary Principal search”

“Mr. Herchek adjourned the meeting at 7:35 PM”

“Mr. Herchek called the CSC meeting to order at 5:02 PM over zoom”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord School Committee Workshop to order”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek seconded”

“Mr. Herchek reported CPS received one question on when the school calendar will be released.”

“Mr. Herchek reported the solar installation project for the Ellen Garrison building is being re-evaluated after the CMLP revoked its initial invitation for bids.”

“Mr. Herchek adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m.”

“was accused of breaching Open Meeting Law by Chair Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek closed the CPS budget hearing at 5:55 PM”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek encouraged committee members to use the MASC database to research cell phone policies in other districts”

“Mr. Herchek encouraged committee members to use the MASC database to research cell phone policies in other districts”

“Herchek, aye”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord School Committee to order”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord School Committee to order”

“Mr. Herchek reported CPS received two emails one about an absence and a question about METCO representatives.”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek provided two brief updates regarding committee support”

“Mr. Conry provided an update on the current budget status”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord School Committee to order at 6:00 PM.”

“Mr. Herchek shared the finance committee had the preliminary budget hearing and discussed budget needs that increased 3.5% for the district and -.9% for the region.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded”

“Committee Chair Andrew Herchek”

“Committee Chair Andrew Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek read a public statement”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord Public School Committee to order at 6:00 PM.”

“Mr. Herchek adjourned the CPS committee meeting at 7:15 p.m.”

“Herchek, aye”

“Mr. Herchek initiated a discussion regarding the protocol for statements issued by the School Committee and its Chairs.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek moved, and Mr. Pisharody seconded the motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented with Consent Agenda items B, E, G, and H removed.”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord Public School Committee to order”

“Mr. Herchek read a statement from the School Committee Chairs of the Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Districts condemning the recent hate incident directed at Superintendent Hunter.”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord School Committee to order at 5:00 PM.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Herchek, aye”

“Herchek, aye”

“Herchek, aye”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord School Committee at 6:00 p.m.”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“seconded by Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek stated that it was well written”

“Mr. Herchek acknowledged the need for better communication, stating implementing new communication strategies is a major goal for the school committee this year. He emphasized the importance of communication not only with parents and students but also with the wider community, including non-parents.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Herchek, aye”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord School Committee to order at 6:00 PM.”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek then called the CSC meeting to order”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek recognized Matt Lucy, Principal of Willard School, and praised his outstanding leadership”

“Mr. Herchek seconded”

“Mr. Herchek reported the Sanborn Building Committee is working on the project and with the building down, he will have more details, including information on sidewalks and contingency fees, in August.”

“Herchek, aye”

“Mr. Herchek and Ms. Marano will hold a summer meeting specifically for new members to address any questions”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded”

“Mr. Herchek signatory”

“Herchek, aye”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek expressed immense gratitude”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Mr. Herchek reported the Sanborn building has been demolished, and all remediation is finished. He noted a significant, one-time change order for the demolition was approved, but the cost was less than anticipated. Looking ahead, field construction will begin this summer and continue into the fall, including all plantings. The new fields are expected to be ready for use by the fall of next year, allowing sufficient time for germination and establishment.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Ms. Herchek seconded”

“Ms. Herchek seconded”

“Ms. Herchek seconded”

“Mr. Herchek provided a quick update on the middle school project.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek moved”

“Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Ms. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“motion was made by Ms. Marano, seconded by Mr. Herchek”

“Herchek, aye”

“Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek called the Concord School Committee (CSC) to order at 6:00 PM.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek toured CMS and reported the building is rapidly coming to life.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Carrie Rankin and Andrew Herchek volunteered to represent the committee with the Transportation K-12”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek had a tour of the new middle school building and construction is progressing on schedule and within budget.”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Herchek, aye for both”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded”

“Mr. Herchek moved, and Ms. Romano seconded the motion to adjourn the meeting”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded the motion”

“Mr. Herchek seconded”

“Mr. Herchek”

“seconded by Mr. Herchek”

“seconded by Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Herchek, aye (for both)”

“Herchek, aye (for both)”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Ms. Anderson stated that she appointed Mr. Herchek to the CMSBC for the remainder of the project.”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek”

“Mr. Herchek stated that he observed the conversation while campaigning for the SC, noting all of the data received”

“Mr. Herchek joined the meeting.”

“Herchek, aye”

“Mr. Herchek asked if renaming the Ripley building would kick off a separate process”

“Mr. Conry stated that the SC would need to accept the bid for the space $32.00/square foot for a total annual lease of $62,176, noting that the district would also be responsible for a share of the operating costs of the property, for an estimated annual cost of $9,657.00. He noted that the combined total lease cost in year one would be $72,000 and would increase $1.00 per year per square foot. To put the cost into context, Mr. Conry stating that the cost of placing a student out of district is about equal to the rent. He noted that the district would also be responsible for transportation costs. He stated that there would be an upfront financial commitment including items like architect design, light fixtures, bathroom upgrades, and fire protection that are estimated at $300,000. He proposed to use circuit breaker reserves for the $300,000.”

“Andrew Herchek, incoming SC member. Mr. Herchek thanked all of those people who supported his campaign, noting that he looked forward to serving on the SC.”