Northern Lehigh School Board approved the following financial matters this week:

• Repair to the javelin run, $6,000, to be funded from the buildings and grounds budget.

• Agreement with Pennsylvania Trust for GASB 75 Valuation and Related Services, to be performed by Conrad Siegel Actuaries and is intended to cover two, two-year cycles at a cost not to exceed $7,975.

• Otis Elevator preventative maintenance agreement for services at Slatington Elementary School at a yearly cost of $2,800, to be funded from the buildings and grounds budget.

• Processor upgrade for the district’s NEC phone system at a cost of $2,937, to be funded through the technology budget.

• Payment to Culturally Relevant & Sustainable Education Solutions for $600 for preparation and professional development session provided to district staff on Jan. 20, 2025 In-Service Day.

• Continue an agreement with Preferred EAP to serve as the district’s employee assistance benefit plan administrator at a cost of $6.15 per employee, at no cost increase over last year.

— Terry Ahner