The Saucon Valley School District has formed a committee that will look at recommendations for facilities upgrades.

At last month's meeting, the school board decided to set up an ad hoc committee. The committee will consider such as upgrades as the high school TV studio, expanding the special education rooms in the high school, investing in the district's iPad program and the purchase of a new truck to transport high school band members' instruments.

The committee will consist of board members Jack Dowling, Susan Baxter, Sandra Miller and Bryan Eichfeld.

District Superintendent Monica McHale-Small said the upgrades are needed due to the antiquated nature of the facilities, as well as to ensure the district is following Pennsylvania Department of Education mandates.

Board member Charles Bartolet said he wants to personally look at the facilities before spending taxpayer dollars.

"We're all stewards of the taxpayers' money," he said. "I would like to see before we spend money."

With respect to the new truck for the high school band, Bartolet asked how often the truck would be used and if the district would save more money by renting a vehicle.

According to high school Principal Eric Kahler, truck rentals run the district about $3,000 annually.

Board President Michael Karabin recommended the board resort to Stone House Group, Bethlehem, to look at the recommendations. The company helps other entities plan and manage resources.

The board agreed to seek the advice and council of Stone House Group, which will give a presentation to the board at a future meeting, yet to be announced.

Eichfeld said the meetings should be public and advertised.

Also during the meeting, the board recognized high school wrestlers Jason Lynch, 2015 District XI AA 170 pound champion and 7th Place PIAA AA state championship, and Jack Hill, 2015 5th place PIAA AA state championship.

The wrestling team was recognized as well as the 2015 Colonial League champions.

The board also recognized high school swimmer Caroline Madigan, 2015 District XI AA 100 breaststroke champion and 9th Place PIAA AA state championship.