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This presentation details the revolving capital fund need and processes as well as highlights which projects for our schools will be completed with the revolving capital fund dollars.At the FTM on December 13th, all eligible citizens will consider and vote on the establishment of a revolving capital fund which supports sustainable capital improvements in our district’s schools. I hope you will take the time to attend the special FTM and carefully consider the information in this email to make an informed decision on this important issue for our School District.
Please see the FAQs listed below and review the attached presentation slide deck. This information will also be posted on our district website as well.
Sincerely,
Dr. Filippellli
1. Why is there a special FTM meeting in December?Answer: To consider approving critical projects at each of our four elementary schools (HVAC, bathroom renovations and the library/media center modernization). If approved, work would begin during the summer.2. How long will this meeting take?Answer: We anticipate it will last 15 minutes.3. What happens if 100 people do not show up?Answer: The meeting will be canceled and the projects will not advance.4. If the meeting is canceled, Lonsdale and Northern will not receive new libraries like Saylesville and Central?Answer: Yes, that is correct.5. Will there be additional projects in the future?Answer: Yes. Unlike other municipal projects, the State reimburses communities for school construction projects. The first wave of projects are expected to generate $5M in State reimbursement that would be used to fund new projects at a future FTM meeting.
6. How much will these projects impact my taxes?Answer: None. The Town Council created a unique funding mechanism that uses the sale of a property and State reimbursement to fund school projects. Each project that completes will receive around 50% reimbursement, which will be used to fund additional projects.7. Where can I get more information?Answer: A brief informational presentation will be provided prior to the vote. An advanced copy is attached.--Lawrence P. Filippelli, Ed.D.SuperintendentLincoln Public Schools401-721-3313"Lincoln Lions: Our Students, Our Pride, Our Future" -
Greetings Colleagues,It is with great pleasure and pride that I announce Cindy Soares, 5th grade teacher at Saylesville Elementary School as Lincoln's 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year. Join me in wishing Cindy congratulations on this prestigious honor. Cindy has been a teacher in Lincoln since 2002 and has held various teaching positions in the district. She was surprised by this announcement today at Saylesville with her family in attendance. Congrats again Cindy and thank you for the wonderful work you do for our students, their families and your colleagues in Lincoln! We know Cindy will make us proud as she represents Lincoln in the competition for Rhode Island Teacher of The Year. Way to go Cindy! Good luck.Sincerely,Dr. Filippelli
