The Pleasant Valley school board discussed several topics last week.

• Scott Shearer, a financial adviser to the district and managing director of PFM Financial Advisors LLC, told the directors they may want to consider refinancing a bond from 2012 that is currently about $2 million. He said JPMorgan Chase is offering refinancing and the school district could qualify for a rate between 1.15% and 1.24%. This could save the district almost $40,000. The bond is due to be paid off in June 2027, and the refinancing would not lengthen the pay off date.

• They discussed restoration work for the roof on the elementary school in the amount of $1.5 million. William Gasper, director of operations, said the warranty expired a year ago, but the roof is in good condition. The project had been budgeted for, and the restoration would prevent any future leaks that could lead to costly damage. The school was constructed in 1995, and a roof coating was put on it in 2009. A decision was not made on the project.

• Gasper plans to request for bids for snow removal that will be for a contract of three to five years, instead of yearly.

• The directors decided not to replace the current band truck. It is in good condition and is not expected to be used much this school year.

• And they discussed purchasing various pieces of technology - CSI Genetec access control for the main door at the elementary school would cost $9,998. No decision on the purchase. Five metal detectors to replace the current four metal detectors. Paid for by grant for a total of $15,800. New server for the high school. Also paid for through a grant at a cost of $6,900. Two security cameras with software outside the superintendent’s office for $2,691.

- Kris Porter