NEWPORT-MESA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD MEETING

Here are some items the board will consider tonight:

BOARD GOVERNANCE RULES

At the board’s meeting on Aug. 22, trustee Tom Egan requested that the board review its rules regarding agenda construction and distribution. In particular, Egan questioned the rule that an item could not appear on an agenda unless at least three trustees approved it. Egan said the rule inhibited individual trustees’ ability to speak for the constituents in their own areas.

The board discussed Egan’s concerns informally at a meeting last month, with several members disputing the idea that the rule restricted trustees’ freedom. Today, at a 4 p.m. study session, the board will take a closer look at the rules for creating agendas.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Since the discussion takes place during a study session, the board will make no formal decision, although it could opt to create an agenda item in the near future.

RECOGNITION OF NURSE

In January, the Orange County School Nurses Organization awarded Marcia BMarthaler its school nurse administrator of the year award. BMarthaler, who has worked in Newport-Mesa for eight years, oversees the district’s nurses and nutrition services, as well as HIV training for teachers and a clinic at Rea Elementary School. The board had sought to formally honor her several times in the past, but postponed them as she battled an illness. Tonight, with the nurse no longer a patient, the trustees expect to have her on hand for a presentation.

IF YOU GOWHAT: Newport-Mesa Unified School District board meeting

WHEN: Study session todayÖ at 4 p.m.; regular meeting at 7 p.m.

WHERE: District Education Center, 2985-A Bear St., Costa Mesa

INFO: Call (714) 424-5000 or visit www.nmusd.us