H-M-S school board considers policy changes for facility usage

Discussion regarding whether any changes should be made to district policy governing community use of Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn school facilities was held during the June 17 board meeting.

Superintendent Patrick Carlin requested the discussion in response to increasing use of district facilities by various groups.

"Our building usage has gone through the roof," he said.

Carlin noted it was not the district's intent to discourage use of school facilities, but he has concerns about building maintenance as well as proper supervision during events.

"At the very least, I would like a policy on that,"...