Academy of Math & Science, Camelback
http://www.amsphoenix.org
6633 W. Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033 Phone: 623-295-9069
AMSC Governing Board, Saturday July 9, 2016
The noticed of this meeting was posted in compliance with ARS section 38-431.02 on July 8, 2016
Location
Academy of Math and Science
3448 N 1st Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
Board Members Present (at location):
Tatyana Chayka
Kim Chayka
Catherine Bornstein
Maria Vasilieva
Board Members Absent:
Holly Marcus
Board Members Present (telephonically):
Robert Avalos
Lee Evans
Steve Garbade
Public Present:
Adriana Rodriguez
Minutes taken by: Erin McClendon
Call to order of the Academy of Math and Science Camelback Governing Board
Meeting was called to order at 11:06am by Mr. Garbade.
Agenda 1 Consideration to authorize Kim Chayka to enter into agreement with Canyon Building
and Design as an agent of AMSC for construction not to exceed $700,000
Mr. Chayka explained that he spoke with several companies for financing, but AB&T was the
best option. This construction will be staged in phases, but nothing has been signed or agreed
to as of yet. They will be able to start work right away because of the way the school is laid out.
All construction crew will be supervised and contained for the safety of students.
Mr. Garbade suggested they move ahead to Agenda Item 3 so Mrs. Rodriguez has time
to explain everything before she needs to leave the meeting.
Agenda 3 Consideration to approve lunch vendor contract
Mrs. Rodriguez explained that because of the size of the Phoenix schools, they had to go
through a formal bidding process. They sent out requests for six proposals and received three
back: Campbell Catering, L&M Catering, and Meals for the Future Foundation. They decided to
go with their current company, L&M, because of cost, commodities use, quality, and nutrition.
Mr. Garbade made a motion to approve lunch vendor contract
Mrs. Borenstein seconded.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mrs. Rodriguez left the meeting at this time. Discussion went back to Agenda Item 1.
Mr. Garbade made a motion authorize Kim Chayka to enter into agreement with Canyon
Building and Design as an agent of AMSC for construction not to exceed $700,000
Mrs. Borenstein seconded.
Motion passed unanimously.
Agenda 2 Consideration to approve Kim Chayka to enter into agreement with financing entity of
school choice for the financing of construction and related expenses
Mr. Chayka answered any questions the board had regarding the financing methods including
the impact on the school. Mr. Garbade requested AB&T remove the prepayment penalties from
the contract to which everyone agreed. There were also discussions of facilities and emergency
funds for upgrades and repairs.
Mr. Garbade made a motion to approve Kim Chayka to enter into agreement with
financing entity of school choice for the financing of construction and related expenses
Mrs. Vasilieva seconded.
Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Avalos recuses himself from the vote.
Agenda 4 Executive Updates
Mrs. Chayka explained AMSC is expecting 600 students this year. They are working on
standardization for all the schools so no matter which campus you walk into, you know it’s an
AMS school. They are making sure to focus on professional development for the teachers as
well.
Meeting Adjourned
Meeting was adjourned at 11:44am by Mr. Garbade.