Minutes for April 26, 2010
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I. OATH OF OFFICE
Mr. Daquila administered the Oath of Office to Mrs. Monahan, Mr. Huber, and Mr. Sena.
II. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by Board of Education School Board Secretary/Business Administrator, Mr. Daquila.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT - Mr. Daquila read the following statement:
In accordance with the provisions of the 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.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Mr. Daquila led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
IV. ROLL CALL
Present: Susan Burman, Donald Huber, Roberta Monahan, Dr. Gregory Przybylski, Tony Sardis, James Sena, Mildred Spiller, Patricia Toubin, and Kathleen Winter
Absent:
Also Present: Dr. James Crisfield, Superintendent, Peter Daquila, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary, members of the staff, public and press
V. ELECTION RESULTS
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the combined statement of April 2010 election results to be read aloud and made a part of the reorganization meeting minutes.
Mr. Daquila reported the Warren Township school budget results of 1,426 yes to 1,474 no and that 28% of the voters came out to vote. He thanked Mrs. Voorhees and Mr. Ricci for their hard work & efforts and welcomed the two new board members.
VI. ELECTION OF BOARD OFFICERS
Mrs. Spiller nominated, seconded by Mrs. Monahan, Dr Przybylski for the position of president.
Dr Przybylski was elected President on a 9-0 roll call vote.
1. President: _Dr Przybylski_________________
(newly elected president presiding)
Mrs. Spiller nominated, seconded by Mrs. Burman, Mrs. Winter for vice-president. Mrs. Winter was elected Vice-President on a 9-0 roll call vote.
2. Vice President: _Mrs. Winter ______________
Dr Przybylski asked if there were any questions regarding the reorg items 1-12. Mr. Sardis asked to have item 4. m, n, o, & r pulled for discussion. Mrs. Winter asked to have items 6, 7 & 11 pulled for discussion.
VII. ANNUAL REORGANIZATION ACTION ITEMS
On motion by Dr Przybylski, seconded by Mrs. Winter and approved on a 9-0 roll call vote the board approved re-org agenda items 1-4 (except m, n, o,& r) and 5,8,9 10 &12.
Item #4 m, n, o, & r
Mr. Sardis noted he is not happy with the working and wants to verify that these are not 1 year contracts and the services could be changed during the year if necessary. The board discussed the services being provided.
Item #6
Mrs. Winter wanted to verify that the board wanted to keep the committees and liaisons as listed or if there should be a change.
Mrs. Toubin noted that here should be a personnel committee. Mrs. Spiller noted that if there is a personnel committee there should be a list of procedures to follow.
The board discussed the committee structure and decided that there will be a personnel committee in 2010/2011. Dr Przybylski will solicit the board for their committee choices for the upcoming year.
Item #7
Mrs. Winter proposed the idea of changing the meeting dates from Monday to a different night of the week. The board discussed the concept. Meetings will remain on Mondays.
Dr. Crisfield noted that due to the change of the budget vote in April 2011 the 2010/2011 reorg meeting is scheduled for May 3rd.
On motion by Mrs. Winter, seconded by Mrs. Burman, agenda items 4 (m, n, o, & r) and 6 (as amended), 7, and 11 (as amended) were approved on a 9-0 roll call vote.
1. Policies
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves adoption of current Board Policies & Bylaws for the 2010-2011 school year.
2. Curriculum
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves adoption of the K-8 curriculum guides, as aligned with NJ Core Content Standards, for the 2010-2011 school year.
3. Textbooks
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves adoption of existing district textbooks for the 2010-2011 school year.
4. Service Appointments
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the following:
a. The Echoes Sentinel as the official school district newspaper for the 2010-2011 school year.
b. The Courier News and Star Ledger as official alternate newspapers to be used in lieu of The Echoes Sentinel, when necessary, for the 2010-2011 school year.
c. The appointment of Peter Daquila as Board Secretary of the Warren Township Board of Education for the 2010-2011 school year.
d. The appointment of Superintendent of Schools, as Acting Board Secretary for the 2010-2011 school year in the absence of the Board Secretary.
e. The appointment of Ruth Davies as Treasurer of School Monies for the Warren Township Board of Education for the 2010-2011 school year.
f. The appointment of Peter Daquila, Board Secretary, as Acting Treasurer of School Monies for the 2010-2011 school year for the Warren Township Board of Education in the absence of Ruth Davies.
g. The appointment of Anthony Sciarrillo of Lindabury, McCormick and Estabrook as Board Attorney for the 2010-2011 school year at an hourly rate of $160.
h. The appointment of T.M. Vrabel & Associates, LLC as the auditing firm for the Warren Township Board of Education for the 2010-2011 school year at an annual cost of $22,000.
i. The appointment of USA Architects as the architect of record for the 2010-2011 school year at the following hourly rates:
- Principal in Charge $240/$190/$175 (depends on individual)
- Project Manager $135/$125 (depends on individual)
- Construction Administrator and Specifications Writer $115
- Project Architect /Project Designer $105/$95 (depends on individual)
- Interior Designer $95
- Designer $85/$75 (depends on individual)
- Draftsperson and Technical Support $65
- Intern $50
j. The appointment of Dr. Richard Lesko as District Medical Inspector for the 2010-2011 school year at the annual cost of $7,500.
k. The appointment of Dr. Ronald Frank as Alternate District Medical Inspector for the 2010-2011 school year at a cost to be determined at the time of service provided (if need be).
l. The appointment of Faye Brady as the district's Affirmative Action Officer, Title IX Coordinator and 504 Officer for the 2010-2011 school year.
m. The appointment of G.R. Murray as the district's board and general liability insurance agent for the 2010-2011 school year. Pulled
n. The appointment of Willis, as the Board's group insurance program manager of record for the district's medical insurance program for the 2010-2011 school year. Pulled
o. The appointment of Grinspec Inc. as the Board's group insurance broker of record for the district's dental insurance program for the 2010-2011 school year. Pulled
p. The appointment of Tyler Tribelhorn as the district's Right to Know contact, AHERA representative, Integrated Pest Management Coordinator (IPMC), Safety and Health Designee, Indoor Air Quality Designee, Chemical Hygiene Officer, and Asbestos Management Officer for the 2010-2011 school year.
q. The appointment of Peter Daquila as the district's Public Agency Compliance Officer (PACO), District Custodian of Records, and District Purchasing Agent for the 2010-2011 school year.
r. The appointment of AIG/VALIC, AXA/Equitable, and Lincoln Investment Planning, Inc. as 403(b) & 457(b) plan provider for the 2010-2011 school year. Pulled
5. Finance
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the following:
a. The designation of the following bank as depository for district funds for 2010-2011, pending certification of approval by the Governmental Unit Deposit Protection Act: Bank Of America.
b. Authorization for the Board Secretary to invest school funds in accordance with the limitations of State law and Board Policy.
c. Authorization for the following persons to sign checks:
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Account Name |
No. |
Signatory(s) |
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General Operating (Current) Account |
3 |
Treasurer of School Monies and Board Secretary and Board President |
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Salary Account |
1 |
Treasurer of School Monies |
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Payroll Deduction Account |
1 |
Treasurer of School Monies |
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Unemployment Account |
1 |
Board Secretary or Superintendent |
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Ice Cream Account |
1 |
Board Secretary or Superintendent |
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Milk Account |
1 |
Board Secretary or Superintendent |
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Flexible Spending Account |
1 |
Board Secretary or Superintendent |
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Maintenance Petty Cash Account |
1 |
Supervisor of Buildings & Grounds or Board Secretary |
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Superintendent Petty Cash Account |
1 |
Superintendent or Board Secretary |
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Municipal Money Market Account |
1 |
Treasurer of School Monies |
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Capital Reserve Account |
1 |
Treasurer of School Monies |
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Middle School Student Activity Account |
2 |
Middle School Principal and Middle School Dean or Board Secretary as second signature |
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Middle Student Athletic Account |
2 |
Middle School Principal and Middle School Dean or Board Secretary as second signature |
d. The financial records of the school district shall be maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and all appropriations shall be recorded using the Chart of Accounts provided by the New Jersey Department of Education.
e. Authorization for the district to purchase goods and services from vendors that have been awarded state contracts by the State of New Jersey.
f. As per NJAC 6A:23B-1.2(b), the approved budget for the 2010-2011 school year provides for a maximum expenditure amount that may be allotted for travel and expense reimbursement. The 2010-2011 budget includes a maximum travel appropriation of $75,000. The School Business Administrator shall track and record these costs to insure that the maximum amount is not exceeded. Included in the 2010-2011 budget is a maximum regular business travel amount of $1,500 per employee.
6. Board Committees Pulled and Amended
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the plan to work generally as a committee of the whole, with a limited number of standing committees as follows (membership to be designated at a future Board meeting):
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Committees
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Liaisons
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7. Board Meeting Dates Pulled
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the following list of meetings for the 2010-2011 school year. {NOTE: All meetings will be held on a Monday in the BOE Admin. Bldg. unless otherwise noted.}
DATE |
TIME |
TOPICS/NOTES |
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May 10 |
7:00pm |
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May 24 |
7:00pm (@ WMS) |
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June 14 |
7:00pm |
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June 28 |
7:00pm |
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July 26 |
7:00pm |
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August 23 |
7:00pm |
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September 13 |
7:00pm |
NOTE: New Staff Welcome Reception to start at 6:30pm |
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September 27 |
7:00pm |
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October 12 |
7:00pm |
(NOTE: TUESDAY) |
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October 25 |
7:00pm |
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November 8 |
7:00pm (@ WMS) |
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November 22 |
7:00pm (@ Mt. Horeb) |
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December 13 |
7:00pm (@ Woodland) |
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January 10 |
7:00pm |
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January 24 |
7:00pm (@ ALT) |
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February 14 |
7:00pm |
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February 28 |
7:00pm (@ Central) |
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March 14 |
7:00pm |
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March 28 |
7:00pm (@ WMS) |
BUDGET HEARING |
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April 11 |
7:00pm |
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May 3 |
7:00pm |
(NOTE: TUESDAY) REORGANIZATION |
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May 9 |
7:00pm |
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May 23 |
7:00pm (@ WMS) |
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June 13 |
7:00pm |
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June 27 |
7:00pm |
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8. Petty Cash Accounts
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the establishment of the following petty cash accounts and the individual responsible for the account for 2010-2011:
a. Superintendent's Office (Superintendent Secretary) $500
b. Buildings and Grounds (Supervisor of B & G) $500
c. Schools (Building Principal) $200 (each school)
d. SPS (Supervisor of SPS) $100
e. Curriculum (Curriculum Supervisor) $100
The maximum expenditure from each account for each purchase is $25.00. The School Business Administrator will review a summary of the disbursements on a semi-annual basis.
9. Board Member Code of Ethics
RESOLVED, the Board of Education acknowledges that each Board Member has received a copy of the Code of Ethics as follows:
1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, state board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal and ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex or social standing.
3. I will confine my board action to policymaking, planning, and appraisal, and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but, together with my fellow board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the board of education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the Superintendent.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.
10. I will refer all complaints to the Superintendent and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.
10. District Mission Statement
RESOLVED, the Board of Education readopt the district's mission statement as follows:
In partnership with family and community, provide an environment where each child is valued and experiences the challenge and excitement of learning with the expectation that all students shall achieve the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards at all grade levels.
11. Appointments Pulled and Amended
a. The election of _Tony Sardis______ as the Board Representative to the Somerset County Educational Services Commission for the 2010-2011 school year.
b. The appointment of Superintendent of Schools as the Board Representative to the Morris Union Jointure Commission Board of Education for the 2010-2011 school year.
c. The election of _Don Huber________ as Board Representative to the NJSBA Delegate Assembly for the 2010-2011 school year.
12. Organizational Chart
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the district's Organizational Chart for the 2010-2011 school year dated April 26, 2010.
VIII. MINUTES
Mrs. Winter moved the following:
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the minutes of the following meeting:
April 6, 2010 and April 12, 2010 public and private session
The motion was seconded by Mrs. Spiller and approved by 5-1-3 voice vote. (Mr. Sardis voted no. Mr. Huber and Mr. Sena abstained. )
IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION
Dr. Crisfield thanked Mrs. Voorhees and Mr. Ricci for their service to the board and their hard work. He noted that mentors should be assigned to the two new board members.
X. PRESIDENT'S REMARKS
Dr Przybylski thanked Mrs. Voorhees and Mr. Ricci for their service and efforts. He welcomed Mr. Huber and Mr. Sena to the board. He also thanked the public for voting and coming out even though the vote wasn't favorable. He summarized the process of the town reviewing the budget and providing a $ reduction to the budget.
XI. DISCUSSION
- HYA Superintendent Search - Power Point Update
Mr. Daquila introduced Judy Ferguson of HYA to present an update on the superintendent search. She thanked Mrs. Monahan and Mr. Daquila for their efforts in organizing the focus group meetings. She went through a power point presentation.
The board discussed the presentation and the criteria needed for the candidate.
XII. PUBLIC COMMENTARY
Dominick Di Bari, 22 Gregory Lane asked if there are four principals and a BA why a succession plan is not in place to groom the superintendent now or in the future. He asked if there is a negotiation team in place
Dr Przybylski responded.
Mr. Di Bari asked if there is and will be benchmarking for the establishment of contracts.
Dr Przybylski responded.
He also asked about medical benefits and noted that town members feel the staff should pay for their benefits. He asked about the negotiations committee team.
Dr Przybylski responded.
Jody Schiener, Hazelwood Ct., asked about competitive bidding for busing.
Mr. Daquila responded.
She asked why guidance remains in the budget, if teachers are being reduced.
Dr Przybylski responded
She also asked about negotiations and rates proposed to the teachers.
Dr Przybylski responded.
Tia Allocco, 7 Mustang Trail, asked about the busing renewal and for a further explanation to the prior question.
Mr. Daquila responded.
She also asked about the current budget process with the town and how the negotiations process will affect the budget amounts.
Dr. Crisfield responded.
David Ricci, 20 Gregory Lane noted that the board will deal with many diverse issues and suggests that the board members remain open to all issues that will need to be handled.
XIII. ITEMS FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION/ACTION (CONSENT AGENDA)
Mr. Sardis asked a question about C.1., C.2., and C.4. Dr. Crisfield responded.
On motion by Mrs. Winter, seconded by Mrs. Burman, the consent agenda (items B.1-8 and C.1-8), was approved by unanimous 9-0 roll-call vote.
A. Education
B. Finance/Operations/Transportation
B.1. Payment of Bills
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the payment of bills for April 2010 in the amount of $2,738,932.79.
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 March and
WHEREAS, this report shows the following balances on March 31, 2010
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FUND |
CASH BALANCE |
APPROPRIATION BALANCE |
FUND BALANCE |
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(10) General Current Expense Fund |
$4,172,127.77 |
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$1,329,283.09 |
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(11) Current Expense |
$2,317,263.15 |
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(12) Capital Outlay |
$130,137.04 |
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(13) Special Schools |
$621.32 |
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(20) Special Revenue Fund |
($57,543.36) |
$49,656.94 |
$0.00 |
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(30) Capital Projects Fund |
$138,187.34 |
$610,104.34 |
$0.00 |
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(40) Debt Service Fund |
$14,226.96 |
$14.25 |
$14,212.71 |
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TOTAL |
$4,266,998.71 |
$3,107,797.04 |
$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 March 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:
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TO: |
FROM: |
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11-000-230-339-01-00 |
Purchased Prof. Services |
11-000-230-530-01-21 |
Postage - District |
$5,000 |
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11-000-230-339-01-00 |
Purchased Prof. Services |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$10,000 |
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11-000-252-100-01-00 |
Salaries - Technology Staff |
11-000-252-330-01-00 |
Technology - Prof. Services |
$3,000 |
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11-000-261-610-09-03 |
Maintenance Supplies - CS |
11-000-261-420-09-03 |
Maintenance Repairs - Central |
$5,000 |
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11-000-261-610-09-07 |
Maintenance Supplies - MS |
11-000-261-420-09-07 |
Maintenance Repairs - Middle |
$10,000 |
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11-000-262-100-09-15 |
Overtime - Maintenance |
11-000-262-520-01-00 |
Insurance - Property & Liab. |
$10,000 |
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11-000-262-107-00-00 |
Salaries - Staff Paras |
11-000-262-520-01-00 |
Insurance - Property & Liab. |
$2,000 |
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11-000-263-610-09-00 |
Grounds - Supplies |
11-000-263-420-09-00 |
Grounds - Repair & Maint. |
$5,000 |
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11-000-270-442-10-00 |
Rental - School Buses |
11-000-270-517-10-00 |
Contracted NP Transportation |
$2,000 |
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11-000-270-610-10-00 |
Transp. - General Supplies |
11-000-270-615-10-00 |
Transp. - Maintain Fleet Supp. |
$5,000 |
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11-150-100-101-00-00 |
Home Instruction - Salaries |
11-110-100-101-00-02 |
Kindergarten Substitutes |
$10,000 |
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11-190-100-610-06-10 |
Instructional Supplies - WD |
11-190-100-640-06-00 |
Textbooks - Woodland |
$1,300 |
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11-204-100-101-00-00 |
LLD Teachers - Salaries |
11-230-100-101-00-00 |
Basic Skills - Salaries |
$1,500 |
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11-204-100-106-00-00 |
LLD Aides - Salaries |
11-000-217-100-00-02 |
Extraordinary Paras - Salaries |
$2,500 |
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11-216-100-101-00-00 |
PSD Teachers - Salaries |
11-213-100-106-00-00 |
RC Aides - Salaries |
$4,300 |
|
11-216-100-106-00-00 |
PSD Aides - Salaries |
11-000-217-100-00-02 |
Extraordinary Paras - Salaries |
$5,000 |
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12-000-240-730-03-00 |
School Admin. Equip.- CS |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$22,895 |
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12-000-240-730-05-00 |
School Admin. Equip.- ALT |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$19,210 |
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12-000-260-730-09-00 |
Operation & Main. Equipment |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$53,700 |
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12-000-270-734-00-00 |
School Bus - Special Ed |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$47,100 |
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12-000-400-390-00-00 |
Prof. Svcs. for Capital Projects |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$3,100 |
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12-000-400-450-00-00 |
Construction Services |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$51,000 |
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12-120-100-730-03-00 |
Instructional Equipment - CS |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$10,500 |
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12-120-100-730-04-00 |
Instructional Equipment - MH |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$10,500 |
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12-120-100-730-05-00 |
Instructional Equipment - ALT |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$10,500 |
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12-120-100-730-06-00 |
Instructional Equipment - WD |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$10,500 |
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12-130-100-730-07-00 |
Instructional Equipment - MS |
11-000-291-270-00-00 |
Health Benefits |
$13,800 |
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Total Transfers |
$334,405 |
B.4. New Jersey Nonpublic Textbook Program
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the following resolution:
WHEREAS, 18A:58-37-1 et seq., as amended by Chapter 121, Laws of 1984, requires that the state and local community purchase and loan textbooks upon individual request to all students enrolled in grades kindergarten through 12 in nonpublic schools located within the local school district; and,
WHEREAS, no Board of Education is required to expend funds for the purchase and loan of textbooks in excess of the amounts provided in state aid; and,
WHEREAS, the Somerset County Educational Services Commission (SCESC) has agreed to administer the purchasing and processing of nonpublic school textbooks for local public school districts for the purpose of greater cost effectiveness through joint purchasing and centralized administration;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Warren Board of Education enters into an agreement with the SCESC whereby the SCESC will administer a nonpublic textbook program for those eligible students attending nonpublic schools located within the county for the 2010-2011 school year, in accordance with I 8A:58-37-1 et seq.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Warren Board of Education agrees to pay the total amount allocated by the State for the New Jersey Nonpublic School Textbook Program to the SCESC on or before July 31, 2010. Any unexpended funds will be refunded to the local district.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Board of Directors of the SCESC and the Warren Board of Education have by Resolution directed their respective Presidents and Secretaries to set their signatures and affix their seals.
B.5. The New Jersey Nonpublic Technology Initiative Program
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the New Jersey Nonpublic School Technology Initiative Program has been authorized in the Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2010-2011; and
WHEREAS, Nonpublic School Technology Initiative Aid shall be paid to school districts and allocated for nonpublic school pupils in a manner that is consistent with the provisions of the federal and state constitutions; and
WHEREAS, said program requires the Board of Education in each public school district in New Jersey to provide technology to all students attending a nonpublic school located in the public school district; and
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the chief school administrator of the public school district or designee to confer with the administrator of each participating nonpublic school within the district to advise the nonpublic school of the limit of funds available and to agree upon the technology to be provided to the nonpublic school within the limits of the funds that are available for the nonpublic school; and
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the public school district to send written verification that conferences were held with each nonpublic school administrator to the County Superintendent, along with a copy of each agreement, on or before December 31, 2010; and
WHEREAS, it shall be the responsibility of each public school district to provide the agreed upon technology which may include equipment, software, professional development and/or maintenance of equipment; and
WHEREAS, the Somerset County Educational Services Commission (SCESC) has agreed to administer the responsibilities associated with this program for the purpose of greater cost effectiveness through joint purchasing and centralized administration,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Warren Board of Education enter into an agreement with the SCESC, whereby the SCESC will administer the Nonpublic School Technology Initiative Program for nonpublic schools located within the boundaries for the 2010-2011 school year, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Warren Board of Education pay 5% of the allocation for the Nonpublic School Technology Initiative Program to cover the SCESC's cost for administering the program. The total amount allocated by the State for the New Jersey Nonpublic School Technology Initiative Program will be paid to the SCESC on or before July 31, 2010 and 5% will be deducted for the SCESC's administrative expenses. Any unexpended funds will be refunded to the local district.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Board of Directors of the SCESC and the Warren Board of Education have by Resolution directed their respective Presidents and Secretaries to set their signatures and affix their seals.
B.6. Milk Provider for the 2010-2011 School Year
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Cream O Land Dairy as the provider for the 2010-2011 school year.
B.8. Approval For Membership In the Northern Middlesex Alliance Banking Consortium (NMABC)
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey has requested that school districts explore shared services to improve governmental efficiency and reduce property taxes; and
WHEREAS, Middlesex County Boards of Education have historically pioneered innovative shared services and are recognized statewide for their spirit of inter-district collaboration and cooperative ventures; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:17-34 and 18A:20-37, school districts are
permitted to designate a bank for deposit of public funds and/or are permitted to temporarily invest money not required for immediate expenditures as provided for therein; and
WHEREAS, the Alliance has determined that TD Bank (Commerce Bank) would provide the consortium members the highest return on funds deposited in their bank along with the most efficient and effective ancillary banking services, and
WHEREAS, each school district will maintain its own separate bank accounts with separate bank agreements between each school district and the selected banking institutions, and
WHEREAS, any school district that is a member of NMABC may at any time withdraw from the consortium, with no bank or consortium imposed penalty and with no liability,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Warren Township Schools Board of Education approves membership in the Northern Middlesex Alliance and the Northern Middlesex Alliance Banking Consortium and authorizes the School Business Administrator and all other appropriate officials to inquire about the services TD Bank can offer the district.
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) Melissa Valdez, Central School, BA+15 to MA (remaining at step 3-4), effective April 1, 2010.
b) Mary Balkonis, Angelo L. Tomaso School, MA+15 to MA+30 (remaining at step 7-8), effective April 1, 2010.
c) Christina Beekman, Woodland School, MA+15 to MA+30 (remaining at step 11-12), effective, April 1, 2010.
C.2. Middle School Talent Show Advisors
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Bev MacGorman and Joel Van Tine as talent show advisors for a total stipend of $715 (divided equally).
C.3. Extended Work Schedule
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves an extended work schedule for the following:
a) Mary Russo, Multi Duty Paraprofessional, Angelo L. Tomaso School two days after the last day of school
b) Ginny Sordillo, Multi Duty Paraprofessional, Woodland School, two days before the start of the school year.
c) Carmela Motyczka, Multi Duty Paraprofessional, Central School, one day after school closes.
d) Anne Frank, Multi Duty Paraprofessional, Central School, one day after the last day of school.
e) Michelle Delserro, Multi Duty Paraprofessional, Mt. Horeb School, two days after the last day of school.
C.4. Amendment to Contract
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves, with congratulations, $1,500 to be added to the annual salary of Dr. Susan Kline for receiving her doctorate, retroactive and prorated to April 1, 2010.
C.5. Substitute Teachers
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Substitute Teachers for the 2008-2009 school year:
a) Sarah Ferreira
b) Laura Schwahl
c) Marissa Hyman
C.6. Family Medical Leave Request
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves a family medical leave request under FMLA for Ann Marie Vernese, School Nurse, Angelo L. Tomaso School, effective April 8, 2010 through June 30, 2010 (unpaid, with benefits). Returning September 1, 2010.
C.7. 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.
Woodland School
a) ASAP Math Club - advisor Nancy Braunstein at a stipend of $715.
C.8. Resignation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the resignation, of Sandy Maxim, basic skills teacher, Central and Mt. Horeb schools, for the purpose of retirement, with appreciation for the 26 years of her service to the children of Warren, effective June 30, 2010.
XIV. OLD BUSINESS
Mrs. Spiller noted that the board needs to complete the board self- evaluation.
XIV. NEW BUSINESS
Mrs. Monahan noted that Susan McDermott, an established painter, would like to donate a painting worth $500 to the district.
Mrs. Burman asked for a list of the summer responsibilities for the principals in case contracts would need to change to 10 or 11 months in the future.
Dr Przybylski asked about creating a committee to deal with the town on the budget process. Mrs. Monahan volunteered. The board discussed the concept. The committee will be Mrs. Monahan, Mrs. Winter, and Dr Przybylski.
Mr. Daquila discussed the proposed changes from the Warren Rec Commission about the scheduling of the gyms and athletic fields. The board discussed the process changes and recommended to accept the changes with the caveat that all youth sports must be on the rec schedule to be considered for gym or field usage. The board agreed to try this method on a six month trial basis and indicated that this should not create any additional work or expense to the district.
Summer Employees 2010
Mr. Daquila asked the board about the summer employees. The board discussed this issue and decided the salary rates will remain the same as in 2009.
Mr. Daquila asked about attending the NJASBO & BA convention. The board discussed this matter and will decide about this after the budget is settled.
XVI. PUBLIC COMMENTARY
Dominick Di Bari commented that the staff should continue to receive training to remain current with the ongoing changes in legislation.
XVII. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
At 9:05 p.m. Mrs. Winter 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:
1) matter rendered confidential by federal or state law
2) pending or anticipated litigation or contract negotiation and/or matters of attorney-client privilege
3) a matter in which release of information would impair the right to receive government funds
4) material the disclosure of which constitutes an unwarranted invasion of individual privacy
5) a collective bargaining agreement and/or negotiations related to it
6) a matter involving the purchase, lease, or acquisition of real property with public funds
7) protection of public safety and property and/or investigations of possible violations or violations of law
11) specific prospective or current employees unless all who could be adversely affected request an open session
12) 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. Toubin and approved by unanimous voice vote.
On motion by Mrs. Spiller and seconded by Mrs. Burman, the board reconvened in open session at 9:45 p.m.
Mrs. Monahan asked if the district will be doing resolutions of recognition for Mrs. Voorhees and Mr. Ricci for their service on the board. The board discussed.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT: On motion by Mrs. Burman, seconded by Mrs. Toubin, the meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
Minutes recorded by:
Peter Daquila
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