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A regular business meeting of the Board of Education was held this day in the Middle School, Old Stirling Road. The following is a record of that meeting.

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:11 p.m. by the Board President, Mrs. Monahan.

OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT - Mrs. Monahan read the following Statement:
In accordance with the provisions New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law, the Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be posted in the Board Office and in the Township Office, mailed to the Courier News and Echoes Sentinel, and filed with the Clerk of the Township of Warren.

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Mrs. Monahan led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.

III. ROLL CALL
Present: Sue Burman, Roberta Monahan, Dave Ricci, Mildred Spiller, Gina Voorhees, and Kathleen Winter

Absent: Dr. Gregory Przybylski arrived at 7:25 p.m.
Patricia Toubin arrived at 7:14 p.m.
Tony Sardis

Also Present: Dr. James Crisfield, Superintendent, Peter Daquila, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary, & members of the staff, and public

IV. PRESENTATION
None

V. MINUTES

Mrs. Spiller moved the following:

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the minutes, of the following meeting:

March 8, 2010 public and private session

The motion was seconded by Mrs. Voorhees and approved by 5-0-1 roll call vote. (Mrs. Burman

abstained.)

Mrs. Toubin arrived at this point in the meeting (7:14 p.m.).

Mrs. Spiller moved the following:

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the minutes, of the following meeting:

March 22, 2010 public and private session

The motion was seconded by Mrs. Voorhees and approved by 5-0-2 roll call vote. (Mrs. Burman

and Mrs. Toubin abstained.)

VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION
None

VII. PRESIDENT'S REMARKS
Mrs. Monahan stressed that the budget cuts will be discussed by the board for the 1st time since Governor Christi's budget address. She explained the discussion process for tonight's meeting. She noted that there will be another meeting on March 31^st to approve the budget amount for the April 20^th ballot. There will be another meeting on April 6^th to review the budget.

VIII. COMMITTEE REPORTS
None

IX. DISCUSSION

• 2010-2011 Budget

Dr. Crisfield opened the discussion by providing an overview of the budget handouts and indicating the extreme difficulty in balancing the budget. He noted that the 2010/2011 budget is decreasing by 2.52% which is over $1,000,000.

Dr Przybylski arrived at this point in the meeting 7:25 p.m.

Mrs. Monahan reviewed the cuts on the Cut Analysis sheet and specifically the 6 cuts that total $801,000.

Mrs. Winter noted that it is unfortunate that the cuts need to be made and is in favor of reducing the REACH program.

Dr. Crisfield noted that REACH has 1 teacher in each K-5 school. The reduction will create a 0.5 teacher in each K-5 school and Middle School will be reduced by 0.6 to 1 teacher.

The board discussed the REACH cut.

The board discussed the reduction of "Special" teachers from 1.0 to .8 FTEs and its effect on the programs.

Mr. Ricci noted that he would like to see Mandarin added back to the budget. Dr. Crisfield

reported that the approximate cost of Mandarin is more or less $25,000.

Dr Przybylski asked the Finance Committee why REACH was chosen to be eliminated. He also asked why the reduction of Guidance Counselors was given the priority to be a secondary cut.

Mrs. Toubin noted she would prefer to see field trips eliminated but courtesy busing must remain in the budget.

The board discussed the elimination of after school clubs and Middle School sports becoming Pay to Play.

The board discussed the suggested cuts and the possible cuts and noted the pros & cons of each specific budget cut listed on the cut analysis.

X. PUBLIC COMMENTARY (including opportunity to speak about items for Board Consideration/Action)

Note on public input at BOE meetings: Board Policy #9322, adopted on April 14, 2008, provides for and encourages public participation in Board of Education meetings. Such participation is governed by the following rules:

1. A participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface comments by an announcement of his/her name and place of residence;

2. Each Statement made by a participant shall be limited to three minutes' duration (limit may be adjusted at the discretion of the presiding officer as circumstances dictate);

3. No participant may speak more than once on the same topic until all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard; and

4. All Statements shall be directed to the presiding officer-no participant may address or question Board members individually.

The portion of the meeting during which participation of the public is invited shall be limited to fifteen minutes (limit may be adjusted at the discretion of the presiding officer as circumstances dictate).

Don Castagna, 5 Prim Rose Way, indicated that he is unhappy about the $60,000 cut to SMART board funding. He noted that the late bus should be eliminated and parents should transport their children.

Jill Pila, Rockage Rd., asked that the board consider eliminating the late bus and eliminating field trips to try to keep teachers. She preferred to see Guidance reduced and the Health Instructor eliminated. She thought Pay to Play would be a nightmare.

Laura Lamson, Mitchell Ave., was very upset about the potential of cutting the P.E. program. Warren already has the lowest offering of PE in comparison to neighboring districts. She preferred to see field trips, late bus, and courtesy busing eliminated. She suggested that Warren, Watchung & Long Hill should have one Superintendent and share costs.

Dr. Crisfield responded to some of the points.

Don Huber, Reinman Rd., thanked the board for their efforts and hard work in this process. He is an advocate of Pay to Play if the programs do need to be eliminated. He asked if the noted retirements would eliminate the need to terminate any staff. He asked why there are no cuts to administration. He noted that the health costs are extremely expensive and negotiations should be opened to offset the medical costs.

Brian Cashman, Birchmont Lane, prefers to see Guidance reduced and wanted clubs and sports to remain. He asked why no administrative cuts.

Heather Trumpore, Old Farm Rd., stated that Guidance is needed. She preferred to have K-5 Spanish as she felt the program is effective. Kindergarten reduction should not be on the sheet. She felt field trips should be eliminated. She stated that in the future courtesy busing will need to be eliminated and work needs to be done with the town to do this. She has an issue with the "special" teachers being reduced.

Julie Bu, 14 Pine Wood Lane, asked if the town could support courtesy busing and suggested elimination of computers in K-2. She wants to keep K-5 Spanish and increase the program.

Rebecca Rucker, Pond Land, asked the board to reconsider REACH in the Middle School since the activity is academically focused.

Nee Aschu, 97 Old Smalley Town Rd., a private sector employee, asked if a freeze can be put on development costs. She asked could the town contribute to the district's deficit? She asked if the district can receive additional federal aid.

Mrs. Monahan and Dr. Crisfield responded.

Jill Mastrobatista was against the idea of reducing special teachers and would prefer to see busing eliminated.

Charlie Crocher, Reinman Rd., indicated that he appreciated the hard work of the board. He was in favor of eliminating field trips, guidance 4-2, the health instructor, kindergarten paras, and reducing K-5 Spanish & stipends and keeping teachers.

Roseanne Juliano, 66 Smalley Town Rd., asked if taxes can be raised to 4.0% so the $350,000 can be used to keep teachers.

Gerard Pinto asked if staff is being reduced why are other costs increasing i.e. other support services, library and general administration.

Dr. Crisfield responded.

MaryEllen Flory, 37 King George Rd., was not in favor of increasing taxes to hold off cuts. She feels Spanish should remain. She doesn't want to be taxed out of the town and cuts do need to be made.

Karen Carapezzi is in support of cutting smart boards funding, sports being eliminated and suggested that maybe the town can add track and cross country as a rec sport. She stated that field trips should be cut as well as courtesy busing to keep teachers.

Dr. Crisfield responded.

Tia Allocco commented on the tax levy and that we can go to 4.0% this year but what about next year when it is 2.5%. She asked about administrative costs.

Paul Sendlenis thanked the board for their time in this difficult process. He asked why all items in the budget at a glance can't remain flat

Robert Morrison, asked a question about instrumental music and the stipends. He referenced a letter from South Orange Maplewood to the governor should be referenced regarding budget cuts. He noted that other districts are recording the income from the new legislation recently signed by the governor.

Betty Grossweiller, Grossweiller Lane, noted that the parents shape and develop the children not the teachers. She indicated all residents and the seniors are impacted by the taxes. She started that there are many great programs but some need to be cut.

Devin Mahon asked about out of district special education tuition.

Dr. Crisfield responded.

Joanne Fogal, Robin Rd., asked the costs of courtesy busing per parent. She feels Kindergarten paras should go as well as field trips.

Ted Vagellos asked about courtesy busing and the effect on Warren if the parents are driving children to school He also asked about general administrative costs and why the town doesn't provide more maintenance services.

Dr. Crisfield responded.

Eileen Gerber asked that the board not cut after school clubs and sports. Field trips should go as well as Kindergarten paras.

Eileen Paolini asked that instructional programs should not be cut. She thought guidance should be cut but not courtesy busing.

Bruce Shulan, Thistle Lane, asked about the motivation factor in cutting 24 people by 20%. He thought Spanish, field trips, guidance, and the health teacher should be eliminated to keep sports and specials.

Patricia Zohn, Mountain View Rd., commented about the future budget caps and that the district needs to think leaner to assist the community. She prefers the 3.0% increase.

Laurie Beck, 17 Quill Penn Way, feels that cuts on the left directly affect the children and cuts on the right indirectly affect the children. She feels guidance and Spanish K-3 need to be cut.

Dereck Freedman, 30 Christie Drive, thanked the board for their efforts. He believes field trips should be eliminated, along with stipends and professional development. Other measures should be taken to eliminate health instructor. Also guidance should be reduced. He asked that the Budget at a Glance be reviewed for additional cuts.

Don Castagna asked what is the solar analysis & RFP and the utility increase. He supports guidance and feels the K-5 Spanish should be eliminated as well as the late bus. He said clubs and sports should remain.

The board took a five minute break at 9:25 p.m.

The board reconvened at 9:45 p.m.

The board discussed the items to be eliminated and made a list of cuts to be made to the budget. The board decided that the taxes be held to a 3.0% increase. They made a cut list totaling $801,000.

CUTS

Field Trips 60

Late Bus 25

Professional Development 20

Guidance (4-2) 140

Other Stipends 10

Decrease Co-Pay Medical 325

Misc Staff Adjustments 71

Reduce Para Hours 80

Health Instructor 70

XI. ITEMS FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION/ACTION
Dr Przybylski made a comment about B.6. There have been lengthy discussions about health insurance.

On motion by Mrs. Spiller, seconded by Mrs. Toubin, the consent agenda (items A.1-4, B.1-8, and C.1-12), was approved by unanimous 8-0 roll-call vote.

A. Education

A.1. Home Instruction
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the following students for home instruction:

a) One student (ID#0120576) to receive one hour per day of home instruction for two weeks beginning March 9, 2010. The cost to the district will be $490. Services will be provided by St. Claire's Hospital.

b) One student (ID#2001172) to receive 10 hours per week of home instruction for a period of 30 days beginning March 22, 2010. The cost to the district will be $880.

A.2. Home Based Occupational Therapy
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves one student (ID#0120599) to receive 10 one hour session of home based OT beginning March 11, 2010. At a cost to the district of $700. The services will be provided by Laurie Donovan.

A.3. Out of District Evaluation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves one student (ID#0120949) to receive an assistive technology evaluation (including computers and other technology) conducted by Bergen County Special Services at a cost to the district of $820 plus mileage.

A.4. Out of District Placement
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the out of district placement for one student (ID#0000031) to the Montgomery Academy starting April 12, 2010 through the end of the school year at a prorated cost to the district of $14,345.

B. Finance/Operations/Transportation

B.1. Payment of Bills
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the payment of bills for March 31, 2010 in the amount of $5,561,070.37.

B.2. Board Secretary's and Treasurer's Report
WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the attached report of the secretary for the month of February and

WHEREAS, this report shows the following balances on February 28, 2010:

FUND	CASH BALANCE	APPROPRIATION BALANCE	FUND BALANCE
(10) General Current Expense Fund	$5,669,567.65		$1,329,283.09
(11) Current Expense		$3,339,940.92
(12) Capital Outlay		$138,888.78
(13) Special Schools		$621.32
(20) Special Revenue Fund	($154,735.85)	$108,002.92	$0.00
(30) Capital Projects Fund	$145,062.34	$610,104.34	$0.00
(40) Debt Service Fund	$599,859.46	$0.00	$14,212.71
TOTAL	$6,259,753.60	$4,197,558.28	$1,343,495.80

WHEREAS, in compliance with law and code the secretary has certified that, as of the date of the reports, no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the district board of education, now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, the Board of Education accepts the above reference reports and certifications and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, in compliance with law and code, the Board of Education certifies that, after review of the secretary's monthly financial report (appropriation section), to the best of its knowledge, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of law and code and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial obligations for the remainder of the year.

B.3. Budget Transfers for Month of February 2010
RESOLVED, the Board of Education ratifies the following transfers between budget line items that have been approved by the Superintendent of Schools and that are now being reported to the Board pursuant to Policy 3160:

TO:		FROM:
11-000-219-390-08-00	CST Prof. /Tech. Services	11-000-219-104-00-01	Child Study Team - Extra Pay	$5,000
11-000-223-110-12-00	Staff Training Salaries	11-000-223-320-12-00	Staff Training - Purch. Svcs.	$5,000
11-000-261-610-09-04	Maintenance Supplies - MH	11-000-261-420-09-04	Maintenance Repairs - MH	$5,000
11-000-261-610-09-06	Maintenance Supplies - WD	11-000-261-420-09-06	Maintenance Repairs - WD	$5,000
11-000-262-100-09-15	Overtime - Maintenance	11-000-262-100-09-05	Overtime - Custodians	$5,000
11-000-270-161-10-02	Special Ed Transp. - Subs	11-000-270-517-10-00	Contr. Non-Public Transp.	$20,000
11-000-270-442-10-00	Rental - School Buses	11-000-270-518-10-00	Contr. Sp. Ed Transp. - ESC	$1,000
12-120-100-730-04-00	Instructional Equipment - MH	11-190-100-610-04-00	Instructional Supplies - MH	$5,000
12-130-100-730-07-00	Instructional Equipment - MS	11-190-100-610-07-00	Instructional Supplies - Middle	$100
		Total Transfers		$51,100

B.4. Increasing Bid Threshold and Appointing Qualified Purchasing Agent
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following resolution:

RESOLUTION increasing the bid threshold and appointing a Qualified Purchasing Agent, pursuant to N.J.S.A 18A:18A-3(a), 18A:18A-3(b) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5 et seq.

WHEREAS, the recent changes to the Public School Contracts Law gave boards of education the ability to increase their bid threshold up to $29,000; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:18A3a, permits an increase in the bid threshold if a Qualified Purchasing Agent is appointed as well as granted the authorization to negotiate and award such contracts below the bid threshold; and

WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 5:34-5 et seq. establishes the criteria for qualifying as a Qualified Purchasing Agent; and

WHEREAS, Peter Daquila possesses the designation of Qualified Purchasing Agent as issued by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:34-5 et seq.; and

WHEREAS, Warren Township Board of Education desires to increase the bid threshold as provided in N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the governing body of the Warren Township Board of Education, in the County of Somerset, in the State of New Jersey hereby increases its bid threshold to $29,000.00; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the governing body hereby appoints Peter Daquila as the Qualified Purchasing Agent to exercise the duties of a purchasing agent pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A-18A-2, with specific relevance to the authority, responsibility, and accountability of the purchasing activity of the Board of Education; and be it further

RESOLVED, that in accordance with N.J.A. 5:34-5.2 the Board of Education Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to forward a certified copy of this resolution and a copy of Peter Daquila's certification to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.

B.5. Central School PTO Donation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves, with appreciation, the donation of $10,500 from the Central School PTO towards the purchase of a Smart Boards at Central School.

B.6. Group Insurance Program Resolution
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Group Insurance resolution:

STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY DIVISION OF PENSIONS AND BENEFITS NEW JERSEY STATE HEALTH BENEFITS PROGRAM PO Box 299 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0299

RESOLUTION

A Resolution to authorize participation in the New Jersey State Health Benefits Program Act of the State of New Jersey.

BE IT RESOLVED:

1. The Warren Township Schools 22-6002373

Corporate Name of Employer State Social Security ID Number

hereby elects to participate in the Health Program provided by the New Jersey State Health Benefits Act of the State of New Jersey (N.J.SA 52:14-17.25 et seq.) and to authorize coverage for all the employees and their dependents thereunder in accordance with the statute and regulations adopted by the State Health Benefits Commission.

2. A. [X] We elect to participate in the SHBP Employee Prescription Drug Plan defined by N.J.SA 52:14-17.25 et seq. and authorize coverage for all employees and their dependents in accordance with the statute and regulations adopted by the State Health Benefits Commission.

B. [ ] We will be maintaining ________________________as our prescription drug plan.¹

Name of Plan

C [ ] We will not have a stand-alone prescription drug plan and understand that prescription drug coverage will be provided by the Health Plan.

3. A. [ ] We elect to participate in the SHBP Employee Dental Plans defined by N.J.SA 52:14-17.25 et seq. and authorize coverage for all employees and their dependents in accordance with the statute and regulations adopted by the State Health Benefits Commission.

B [X] We will be maintaining Horizon BCBS as our dental plan.'

Name of Plan

C. [ ] We will not have a dental plan.

4. We elect 20² hours per week (average) as the minimum requirement for full time status in accordance with N.J.A.C. 17:9-4.6.

5. As a participating employer we will remit to the State Treasury all charges due on account of employee and dependent coverage and periodic charges in accordance with the requirements of the statute and the rules and regulations duly promulgated thereunder.

6. We hereby appoint Peter Daquila, School Business Administrator to act as Certifying Officer in the administration of this program. Name/Title

7. This resolution shall take effect immediately and coverage shall be effective as of 7/1/2010

or as soon thereafter as it may be effectuated pursuant to the statutes and regulations. Date

1 If not electing prescription drug coverage and/or dental plan participation through the SH8p, attach copies of current prescription drug and dental plan contracts.

2 May not be less than 20 hours.

I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct 405_ Number of Employees

copy of a resolution duly adopted by the:

Warren Township Schools 213 Mt. Horeb Rd.

Corporate Name of Employer Warren, New Jersey 07059

908 753-5300

on the ________day of ____________ 2010_____

____________________________________

Signature

School Business Administrator 22-6002373_______________________________

Official Title Employer's State Social Security Identification Number

B.7. Out of District Transportation - Morris Union Jointure Commission
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Morris Union Jointure Commission to transport one student (A.4.) to the Montgomery Academy in Gladstone, NJ, effective April 12, 2010 for the remainder of the 54 school days at a cost of $3,614.05.

B.8. PRELIMINARY 2010/2011 Warren Township School Budget
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the PRELIMINARY 2010/2011 Warren Township School Budget and approves the PRELIMINARY budget for submission to the Somerset County Executive Superintendent of Schools for review.

The proposed budget includes sufficient funds to provide curriculum and instruction which will enable all students to achieve the Core Curriculum Content Standards and is in compliance with N.J.S.A. 18A and N.J.A.C Title 6 and 6A.

The Anticipated Enrollment for the school year 2010/2011 is 2,220 students.

Budget 2010/2011

Appropriations:

General Fund $37,577,816

Summer School 151,060

Capital Outlay 26,425

Capital Reserve 0

Special Revenue 520,000

Debt Service 977,270

TOTAL BUDGET: $39,252,571

Revenues:

Tax Levy - General Fund $36,600,302

Tax Levy - Debt Service 684,394

SUB-TOTAL: $37,284,696

State Aid $ 349,398

State Aid - Debt Service 292,874

SUB-TOTAL: $ 642,272

Surplus

General Fund $ 372,501

Withdrawal from Capital Reserve 200,000

Debt Service 2

Miscellaneous Revenue $ 253,100

Federal Funds Anticipated 500,000

TOTAL: $39,252,571

As per NJAC 6A:23B-1.2(b), the proposed budget provides for a maximum expenditure amount that may be allotted for travel and expense reimbursement. The 2010/2011 tentative budget includes a maximum travel appropriation of $100,000. The School Business Administrator shall track and record these costs to insure that the maximum amount is not exceeded.

C. Personnel/Student Services

C.1. Amendment on Salary Guide
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following amended placement on the teachers' negotiated salary guide:
a) Laura Lamson, Central School, MA+30 to MA+45 (remaining at step 15), effective March 1, 2010.

C.2. Amended Family Leave Request
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the amended family leave request for the following:

a) Mary Beth Greco, Grade 4 Teacher, Angelo L. Tomaso School (unpaid with benefits), from April 7, 2010 through June 30, 2010. Returning September 1, 2010.

b) Michelle Cebula, Grade 5 Teacher, Mt. Horeb School (unpaid with benefits) from March 18, 2010 through June 30, 2010. Returning September 1, 2010.

c) Mary Lynch, Grade 5 Teacher, Angelo L. Tomaso School, (unpaid with benefits) from March 23, 2010 through June 30, 2010. Returning September 1, 2010.

d) Lauren Regal, currently on family leave for the 2009-2010 school year requesting to rescind leave and return as a School Guidance Counselor at the Mt. Horeb School, effective April 8, 2010 through June 30, 2010.

C.3. Temporary Extended Hours
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves an additional 3 hours per day for 20 days, effective March 1, 2010 through March 26, 2010 for Patricia Toscano, Classroom Paraprofessional, Mt. Horeb School, at the negotiated hourly rate, replacing Leslie Mupo who was approved February 22, 2010.

C.4. Resignation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following resignations:

a) Jane Gillen, Special Education Teacher, Mt. Horeb School, for the purpose of retirement, with appreciation for the 13 years of her service to the children of Warren, effective June 30, 2010.

b) Joyce Stapperfenne, Speech/Language Specialist, Mt. Horeb School, for the purpose of retirement, with appreciation for the 8 years of her service to the children of Warren, effective June 30, 2010.

C.5. Amendment to Contract
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves, with congratulations, $1,500 to be added to the annual salary of Dr. Christopher Huss for receiving his doctorate, retroactive and prorated to February 1, 2010.

C.6 Student Teachers
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Student Teachers for the 2010-2011 school year:

a) Anthony Gagliano, Middle School, grade 6 science.

b) Tom Symms, Middle School, grade 6 math.

C.7. Substitute Teachers

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Substitute Teachers for the 2009-2010 school year:

a) Desiree DeNourie

b) Andrea Diamond

c) Lorraine Kimsey

d) Yasmin Burrell

e) Gail Pester

C.8. Per Diem Deduct Request

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following per diem deduct request for the following:

a) Carol Krenek, Secretary, Middle School, for one day, April 5, 2010.

b) Diane Langworthy, Guidance Counselor, Woodland School for two days, March 25-26, 2010.

C.9. Job Descriptions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following job descriptions dated March 25, 2010:

a) Buildings and Grounds/Transportation Secretary

b) Custodian

c) Head Custodian

d) Grounds Maintenance

e) Maintenance Foreman

f) Skilled Maintenance Mechanic

g) School Bus Aide/Monitor

h) School Bus Driver

i) Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds

j) Transportation Coordinator

k) Warehouse/Driver

C.10. After School Club - 2009-2010 School Year
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following after school club for the 2009-2010 school year and the instructors for each club at the negotiated stipend rate.

Central School

a) ASAP Math Club - advisor Megan Harvey at a stipend of $715.

Mt. Horeb School

a) Math Club - advisor Michele Gaglioti at a stipend of $715.

C.11. Family Medical Leave Request

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the family medical leave request under the FMLA for the Kelly Blessing-Maire, School Guidance Counselor, Mt. Horeb School (paid with benefits) from April 8, 2010 through May 14, 2010 (unpaid with benefits) from May 14 through June 30, 2010. Returning September 1, 2010.

C.12. Temporary Extended Hours

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves an additional 3 hours per day, effective March 26, 2010 through June 30, 2010 for the following employees at their negotiated hourly rate:

a) Elise Pelcz, ABA Teacher, Mt. Horeb School

b) Patricia Toscano, Classroom Paraprofessional, Mt. Horeb School

XII. OLD BUSINESS
None

XIII. NEW BUSINESS
None

XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTARY
None

XV. EXECUTIVE SESSION:

At 10:50 p.m. Mrs. Spiller moved the following:

WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A.10:4-11, permits the Board of Education to meet in closed session to discuss certain matters, now, therefore be it

RESOLVED, the Board of Education adjourns to closed session to discuss:

matter rendered confidential by federal or State law

pending or anticipated litigation or contract negotiation and/or matters of attorney-client privilege

a matter in which release of information would impair the right to receive government funds

material the disclosure of which constitutes an unwarranted invasion of individual privacy

a collective bargaining agreement and/or negotiations related to it

a matter involving the purchase, lease, or acquisition of real property with public funds

protection of public safety and property and/or investigations of possible violations or violations of law

specific prospective or current employees unless all who could be adversely affected request an open session

deliberation after a public hearing that could result in a civil penalty or other loss

and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, the minutes of this closed session be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists.

The motion was seconded by Mrs. Voorhees and approved by unanimous voice vote.

On motion by Mrs. Spiller, seconded by Mrs. Toubin, the board reconvened in open session at 11:10 p.m.

On motion by Mrs. Spiller, seconded by Dr Przybylski, the board introduced and approved, on an 8-0 roll call vote, agenda item C.13

C.13. Amend Superintendent's Contract

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education amends the Superintendent's Contract from a 90 days termination notice to a 60 days termination notice

XVI. ADJOURNMENT: On motion by Mrs. Spiller, seconded by Dr Przybylski, the meeting adjourned at 11:12 p.m.

Minutes recorded by:

Peter Daquila