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City of Buffalo
Dept Head Meeting.
May 2 2023

May 4, 2023

Open  0:00Street Sweeping 0:10Shooting Facility (Draft Lease) 5:20Major Capital Construction Projects – Updates 16:35 Department Head Items 27:30– Clerk– City Fire Chief– Police Chief– Building Inspector– Public Work– City Attorney Board Liaison Updates – Mayor & City Council 44:50 JCTA…

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BHS Tech Game Expo and Robot Showcase.

Cntrl + Alt + BHS Tech.
April 2023

April 28, 2023

However we feel about it, It is clear that technology is rapidly transforming every aspect of our world and changing the way we will work, play and communicate.   Buffalo High School has pioneered a high school class that is…

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A woman wearing red raincoat and earphones with musical notes around her head.

Say What?
Teens and the Rise in
Hearing Loss.
April 2023

April 25, 2023

Many teens are constantly plugged into their devices using headphones or earbuds.  While this may seem harmless, maybe even a pleasant relief from having to hear what they are listening to, it can actually lead to long-term hearing damage.  Although…

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BHS P.I.T. Crew meeting logo with chequered flags.

BHS PIT
Crew Meeting.
April 18 2023

April 20, 2023

The last meeting of the school year was geared towards parents of incoming Freshman.   Principal Gib Ostheimer, Dean of Students and Counselor Madonna Esponda, and Administrative Staff Becca Redden and Elly Jawors provided an overview covering academics, extracurricular activities,…

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Thoughtful senior woman looking away.

Aging – A Candid Conversation.
Lorraine Steppe.
April 2023

April 20, 2023

The thought of getting older can be daunting. It can feel like there are so many obstacles and hurdles to overcome, from physical changes to mental health concerns or loss of independence.  Lorraine Steppe, a professional counselor, who is familiar…

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A carousel horse with a red background.

A Ride Down
Memory Lane?
The Cowboy Carousel.
April 2023

April 19, 2023

Arnette Tiller knows that carousels are more than just a nostalgic childhood memory. They are a unique art form and a window into the past, a glimpse into a bygone era of entertainment and craftsmanship.    Many Buffalo residents and…

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Cemetery District Board Meeting

Cemetery
District Board Meeting.
April 11 2023

April 13, 2023

Open 0:00(Continue to review vouchers) Public Comment (none) 8:00Approval of Vouchers 8:40Minutes of March Board Meeting 9:40 Financial Report 10:30  Sexton’s Report 16:50 Guest Presentations & Bids (none) 1:05:05 Unfinished Business   New Business Executive Session – Personnel (No Action) Adjourn

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JCSD#1 Board of Education meeting logo.

JCSD#1
Board Meeting.
April 10 2023

April 11, 2023

Regular Session 0:00Pledge of AllegianceRoll CallPublic Comment Kaycee Community Orchestra DiscussionAdditions/Accept AgendaGeneral Reports 11:40Principal ReportsSuperintendent Reports 32:45Director Reports 38:00Curriculum & Learning report 50:15Special Services Report 56:00Business Report 57:30Rec Board Report 1:00:00BOCES Report 1:01:10BOCHES Report 1:01:20Leadership Governance 1:01:30 Consent Agenda 1:06:00MinutesWarrantsEmploymentAdmin Contract…

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A school crossing sign with bullet holes over an American flag.

Active Shooter Readiness.
Sheriff Odenbach & Police Chief Bissett.
Mar 23 2023

March 28, 2023

Mass shootings have become a tragic and too frequent occurrence.  In the space of just five days,  there have been two school shootings, one in Denver CO, and another in Nashville TN.  Flags are at half-staff outside schools and parents…

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Handcuffs, money, and drugs on a table.

The Surge in Drugs.
Sheriff & Police Chief.
Mar 23 2023

March 27, 2023

News media report almost daily on two massive challenges facing the nation;  drug use and mass shootings.   Should Johnson County folks concerned? How are our Sheriff and Police Departments tackling the challenge?    By proactive policing and working together. …

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Girl in pink dress and backpack holding oversized pencil.

Get Kindergarten Ready.
Principal Laurie Graves.
Mar 22 2023

March 25, 2023

Is your child entering Kindergarten this year?  Meadowlark Elementary School Principal Laurel Graves explains the benefits of registering now and getting a screening.   She explains the Junior K Program as well as regular Kindergarten classes, Kinder Camp, and what’s…

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Wooden teacher report card with grades.

How to Grade Teachers?
Supt. Charles Auzqui.
Mar 24, 2023

March 25, 2023

Parents and JCSD#1 want to know if teachers are meeting expectations and standards in the classroom.  But teacher evaluation can provoke strong reactions.  Some see it as a means of providing valuable feedback for professional improvement, while others feel the…

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