LIVERPOOL – The Liverpool Central School District Board of Education took significant steps regarding its transportation operations Monday night, voting unanimously to eliminate a staff position while bringing in outside consultants to analyze the department’s efficiency. During the regular meeting on December 15, Board Member Daniel McKeever motioned to eliminate the position of Transportation Analyst. The motion carried with a 9-0 vote. This decision came just moments before the Board approved a separate cross contract with FEH BOCES for "On the Bus Transportation Planning Service." That service is designed to review and optimize the district's bus routes and operations. The vote on the BOCES study was 7-0. Board Members Jecenia Bresett and Kimberly Melnik abstained. The dual moves—a reduction in internal staff followed by the approval of an external study—suggest the district is restructuring how it manages its fleet and logistics. The "On the Bus" service typically helps districts identify cost savings and operational efficiencies in student transportation. **Curriculum Updates** In academic news, the Board approved new course offerings for Liverpool High School. Students will soon have the opportunity to take "Living Planet" and "Philosophy in Literature." The new courses were recommended by district administration and approved via a motion by Board Member John Solazzo, seconded by Alexandra Gyder. These additions are part of the district's ongoing efforts to broaden elective offerings for high school students. **Board Retreats into Executive Session** A portion of the meeting was closed to the public. The Board voted to enter executive session shortly after 8:00 p.m. to discuss two specific items: the Superintendent's mid-year evaluation and the "employment history of particular persons." Following roughly an hour behind closed doors, the Board returned to open session and took immediate action on a personnel matter. They voted to approve an agreement with an employee that had been discussed during the executive session. **Public Participation** While no specific questions or comments were recorded in the public communications section of the agenda, the district is encouraging residents to attend the next major meeting on January 12, which will include a public hearing. **Looking Ahead** The next scheduled meeting of the Liverpool Board of Education is set for Monday, January 12, 2026, at the District Office. A public hearing is scheduled to begin at 5:45 p.m., likely to address topics related to the upcoming budget planning or policy updates, followed immediately by the regular Board meeting at 6:00 p.m. The Board will also hold a subsequent meeting on January 26, 2026.