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I. OATH OF OFFICE

Mr. Daquila administered the Oath of Office to Mrs. Allocco, Mrs. Spiller, and Mr. De Bellis.

II. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:06 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: Tia Allocco, Susan Burman, John De Bellis, Donald Huber, Roberta Monahan, Dr. Gregory Przybylski, James Sena, and Mildred Spiller

Absent: Patricia Toubin arrived at 7:15 p.m.

Also Present: Dr. Tami Crader, 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 27, 2011 election results to be read aloud and made a part of the reorganization meeting minutes.

Mr. Daquila reported the Warren Township school budget passed by a margin of 1,115 yes votes to 691 no votes and that 1,774 voters out of the 10,494 registered voters came out to vote. He thanked Mrs. Winter and Mr. Sardis for their hard work & efforts and welcomed Mrs. Allocco and Mr. De Bellis to the board.

VI. ELECTION OF BOARD OFFICERS

Mrs. Monahan nominated, seconded by Mrs. Burman, Dr. Przybylski for the position of president.

Dr Przybylski was elected President on an 8-0 roll call vote.

1. President: _Dr. Przybylski_________________

(newly elected president presiding)

Mr. Huber nominated Mrs. Monahan for vice-president. Mrs. Monahan declined.

Mr. Sena nominated, seconded by Mrs. Allocco, Mrs. Spiller for vice-president. Mrs. Spiller was elected Vice-President on an 8-0 roll call vote.

2. Vice President: _Mrs. Spiller ____________

VII. ANNUAL REORGANIZATION ACTION ITEMS

Mrs. Toubin arrived at this point in the meeting. (7:15 p.m.)

On motion by Mrs. Monahan, seconded by Mrs. Burman and approved on a 9-0 roll call vote the board approved re-org agenda items 1-6 and 8-12.

Item #7

Mrs. Burman asked the board to consider moving some of the January, February and March meetings to a different date in order to eliminate her work conflicts.

Dr. Przybylski asked the board members to email any possible alternative dates for the January, February and March meetings.

Dr. Przybylski pulled item #7 from the agenda until meeting dates are confirmed.

He requested each board member to send him a list of committees that they desire to serve on in the new school year.

1. Policies

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves adoption of current Board Policies & Bylaws for the 2011-2012 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 2011-2012 school year.

3. Textbooks

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves adoption of existing district textbooks for the 2011-2012 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 2011-2012 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 2011-2012 school year.

c. The appointment of Peter Daquila as Board Secretary of the Warren Township Board of Education for the 2011-2012 school year.

d. The appointment of Dr. Tami R. Crader, Superintendent of Schools, as Acting Board Secretary for the 2011-2012 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 2011-2012 school year.

f. The appointment of Peter Daquila, Board Secretary, as Acting Treasurer of School Monies for the 2011-2012 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 2011-2012 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 2011-2012 school year at an annual cost of $22,550.

i. The appointment of USA Architects as the architect of record for the 2011-2012 school year at the following hourly rates:

  • Principal in Charge $150 - $200 (depends on individual)
  • Project Manager $115 - $135 (depends on individual)
  • Construction Administrator and Specifications Writer $100 - $115 (depends on individual)
  • Project Architect /Project Designer $85 - $105 (depends on individual)
  • Designer $70 - $95 (depends on individual)
  • Draftsperson and Technical Support $65
  • Intern $50

j. The appointment of Dr. Richard Lesko as District Medical Inspector for the 2011-2012 school year at the annual cost of $7,500.

k. The appointment of Dr. Ronald Frank as Alternate District Medical Inspector for the 2011-2012 school year at a cost to be determined at the time of service provided (if need be).

l. The appointment of Dr. Faye Brady as the district's Affirmative Action Officer, Title IX Coordinator and 504 Officer for the 2011-2012 school year.

m. The appointment of G.R. Murray as the district's board and general liability insurance agent for the 2011-2012 school year.

n. The appointment of Willis, as the Board's group insurance program manager of record for the district's medical insurance program for the 2011-2012 school year.

o. The appointment of Brown & Brown Benefit Advisors, Inc. as the Board's group insurance broker of record for the district's dental insurance program and flexible spending plan for the 2011-2012 school year.

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 2011-2012 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 2011-2012 school year.

r. The appointment of AIG/VALIC, AXA/Equitable, and Lincoln Investment Planning, Inc. as 403(b), 457(b) and Roth 403(b) plan providers for the 2011-2012 school year.

5. Finance

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the following:

a. The designation of the following bank as depository for district funds for 2011-2012, 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:

Account Name

No.

Signatory(s)

General Operating (Current) Account

3

Treasurer of School Monies and Board Secretary and Board President

Salary Account

1

Treasurer of School Monies

Payroll Deduction Account

1

Treasurer of School Monies

Unemployment Account

1

Board Secretary or Superintendent

Juice and Water Account

1

Board Secretary or Superintendent

Milk Account

1

Board Secretary or Superintendent

Flexible Spending Account

1

Board Secretary or Superintendent

Superintendent Petty Cash Account

1

Superintendent or Board Secretary

Middle School Student Activity Account

2

Middle School Principal and Middle School Dean or Board Secretary as second signature

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 Principals (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 2011-2012 school year provides for a maximum expenditure amount that may be allotted for travel and expense reimbursement. The 2011-2012 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.

6. Board Committees

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):

Committees

  • Communications
  • Curriculum
  • Finance and Operations
  • Negotiations
  • Personnel
  • Policy
 

Liaisons

  • Recreation Commission
  • Township
  • WHRHS
  • SCESC (see 11.a. below)
  • MUJC (see 11.b. below)
  • NJSBA (see 11.c. below)
  • Senior Citizens

7. Board Meeting Dates - Pulled from Agenda

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the following list of meetings for the 2011-2012 school year. {NOTE: All meetings will be held on a Monday in the BOE Admin. Bldg. unless otherwise noted.}

DATE

TIME

TOPICS/NOTES

May 9

7:00pm

 

May 23

7:00pm

(@ WMS)

 

June 13

7:00pm

 

June 27

7:00pm

 

July 18

7:00pm

 

August 22

7:00pm

 

September 12

7:00pm

NOTE: New Staff Welcome Reception to start at 6:30pm

September 26

7:00pm

 

October 11

7:00pm

(NOTE: TUESDAY)

October 24

7:00pm

 

November 14

7:00pm

(@ WMS)

 

November 28

7:00pm

(@ Mt. Horeb)

 

December 12

7:00pm

(@ Woodland)

 

January 9

7:00pm

 

January 23

7:00pm

(@ ALT)

 

February 13

7:00pm

 

February 27

7:00pm

(@ Central)

 

March 12

7:00pm

 

March 26

7:00pm

(@ WMS)

BUDGET HEARING

April 16

7:00pm

April 30

7:00pm

REORGANIZATION

May 7

7:00pm

May 21

7:00pm

(@ WMS)

June 11

7:00pm

 

June 25

7:00pm

 

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 2011-2012:

a. Superintendent's Office (Superintendent Secretary) $500

b. Buildings and Grounds (Supervisor of B & G) $200

c. Schools (Building Principal) $200 (each school)

d. SPS (Director 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

a. The election of John De Bellis__________ as the Board Representative to the Somerset County Educational Services Commission for the 2011-2012 school year and the election of _Roberta Monahan____ as the alternate.

b. The appointment of Superintendent of Schools as the Board Representative to the Morris Union Jointure Commission Board of Education for the 2011-2012 school year.

c. The election of _Tia Allocco_______ as Board Representative to the NJSBA Delegate Assembly for the 2011-2012 school year and the election of ____Don Huber______ as the alternate.

12. Organizational Chart

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the district's Organizational Chart for the 2011-2012 school year dated May 3, 2011.

VIII. MINUTES

Mrs. Spiller moved the following:

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

April 11, 2011 public and private session

The motion was seconded by Mr. Sena and approved by 6-0-3 voice vote. (Mrs. Allocco, Mr. De Bellis and Dr. Przybylski abstained )

IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION

None

X. PRESIDENT'S REMARKS

Dr. Przybylski welcomed the two new board members and the returning board member. He thanked Mrs. Winter and Mr. Sardis for their service. He thanked the Middle School PTO for their generous gifts and continued support of the school.

XI. SUPERINTENDENT'S REMARKS

Dr. Crader reported that she attended and interactive Bronx Zoo session at Woodland which was terrific and the students were excited and intrigued by the session. She also attended the Boston Brass Event which was wonderful. She said student art work is being displayed in two locations in town.

Dr. Crader read a letter of appreciation for Lorraine Larew and Mary Rusnak, who are both retiring as of June 30th. She thanked both teachers for their dedicated service to the district.

XII. DISCUSSION and Presentation

Dr. Faye Brady, Director of Special Services, presented the concept of the MUJC being contracted to teach and administer a combined preschool and Kindergarten program for 6 district students. She responded to the board's questions about the program.

Dr. Brady presented the concept of a Special Ed. Elementary program using the district staff at Central School to better meet the needs of current in-district students. She responded to the board's questions about the program.

XIII. PUBLIC COMMENTARY

Ken Levy, 2 Diamond Ct. asked about the district's policy on bullying and the new legislation regarding bullying. Dr. Crader noted that new anti-bullying laws and rules are in place and will contact Mr. Levy to discuss the matter in more detail.

Donna Ringel, 6 Timber Ridge Drive, indicated that she is a middle school band parent that is currently concerned about the limited number of electives for band students for next year. She expressed hope that a less restrictive cycle choice can be offered to the students.

Dr. Crader responded that she is investigating the issue and is gathering info with Mr. Comba and Mr. Cook and will contact Mrs. Ringel.

Andrea Frejomil, Christy Drive, asked about the replacement of the grade 2 ALT teacher that is retiring. Dr. Crader responded that the in district teachers are offered positions first.

She asked what the "Settle Now" buttons mean and who they address. She noted that parents are supportive of the board. Dr. Crader responded about the negotiations.

Kathy Winter, Hillcrest Drive, thanked Dr. Brady for the presentation and expressed that she is very pleased that Special Ed students are being offered in-district programs.

XIII. ITEMS FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION/ACTION (CONSENT AGENDA)

Mrs. Burman asked a question about agenda item C.4. - if the rate is the same as last year. Dr. Crader responded that the rate is the same as last year.

Mr. Huber asked a question about agenda item A.3 - why the change in instruction. Dr. Crader responded that change is district initiated.

Mr. Huber asked a question about agenda item A.4- requested clarification on collaboration. Dr. Crader responded and explained collaboration.

Mr. Huber asked a question about agenda item B. 5. - about the increase in the cost of milk. Mr. Daquila responded that the cost increase is minimal.

Mr. Huber asked if agenda item B.6 is a renewal. Mr. Daquila responded that this is a renewal and two students are sent to the Arc Kohler School.

Mr. Huber asked a question about agenda item C.3- the change is para assignment. Dr. Crader clarified that this is only a change in her start date to an item approved on April 11, 2011

Mrs. Allocco asked a question about agenda item C.3 - if there are different qualifications needed to be a classroom para. Dr. Crader responded that a multi duty usually does office work and training is required to be a classroom para.

Dr. Przybylski asked about the cost of agenda item B.7 - the $310,00 in the resolution vs. The $300,586 in Dr. Brady's presentation. Mr. Daquila reasoned that the $300,586 includes all the MUJC costs and the $310,000 in the motion was slightly inflated to include any unexpected costs. The board will b notified if there are any additional costs.

On motion by Mrs. Spiller, seconded by Mrs. Burman, the consent agenda (items A.1-4, B.1-8, and C.1-5), was approved by unanimous 9-0 roll-call vote.

A. Education

A.1. Out of Zone Request

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following out of zone requests, dated April 12, 2011 and April 13, 2011:

a) One Kindergarten student (ID#620364) to remain in Angelo L. Tomaso School for the balance of the 2010-2011 school year. The student's parents have moved into Woodland zone and will transport student until the end of the school year.

b) Two students (ID#2007263 and ID#1000102) to remain in Woodland School for 4th grade for the 2011-2012 school year. The students' parents have moved into Angelo L. Tomaso School zone and will transport the students until the end of the school year.

A.2. Home Instruction

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves home instruction for the following:

a) One student (ID#620727) to receive 10 hours of home instruction per week beginning April 20, 2011 through May 5, 2011 at a cost of $30 per hour for a total cost to the district of $600. Services will be provided by Summit Oaks.

b) One student (ID#2001187) to receive 10 hours of home instruction, by district staff, per week for a period of 30 days beginning April 27, 2011 for a total cost to the district of $2,800.

A.3. Home Instruction - Revised

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education revises home instruction for one student (ID#0121234) beginning April 18, 2011. Instruction will be provided by Peter Kassalow, Special Education Teacher, Angelo L. Tomaso School instead of Stepping Forward Counseling Center. This will supersede board motion XIV, A.1. of April 11, 2011 and at a savings of $630 per week for a total savings of approximately $3,780.

A.4. In-District Related Services

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves home and school based collaboration for one student (ID#0120949) for 7 hours per week provided by Creative Speech Solutions, LLC from May 2011 through June 2011 at an hourly rate of $143 for a total cost to the district of $1001.

B. Finance/Operations/Transportation

B.1. Last Day of School

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves June 24, 2011 as the last day of school for Central School (makeup day for water main break November 3, 2010).

B.2. Warren Middle School PTO Mini Grant

RESOLVED, the Board of Education accepts, with appreciation, the Warren Middle School PTO mini grants for the following:

a) $1,005.06 for 8th grade Science equipment.

b) $569.54 for ELMO document camera for the World Language Department

c) $850 for Yamaha Gigmaster deluxe acoustic guitar packs for the music department.

B.3. 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 2011-2012 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, 2011. 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.4. 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 2011-2012; 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 Superintendent 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, 2011; 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 2011-2012 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, 2011 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.5. Milk Provider for the 2011-2012 School Year

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Cream-O-Land Dairy as the provider for the 2011-2012 school year.

B.6. NJDOE Compliance

RESOLVED, the Warren Township Schools Board of Education does not require The Arc Kohler School to charge students for reduced and/or paid meals provided as part of their educational program in compliance with the NJ Department of Agriculture's Child Nutritional Program regulations for the 2011-2012 school year.

RESOLVED, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23-4.5(a)20 the Warren Township Schools hereby authorizes The Arc Kohler School to include the cost of meals provided within the annual tuition rate charge to the students. All meals provided by The Arc Kohler School will meet the nutritional requirement of the Child Nutrition Program as administered by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture.

B.7. Special Education Autism Program 2011-2012

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the MUJC to provide the expertise, staffing and all the program needs for an in-district primary autism class. The cost of the program for the six (6) district students for the 2011-2012 school year is not to exceed $310,000.

B.8. Special Education - In-District Autism Program 2011-2012

RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves an in-district program for elementary students with autism. The cost of the program for the three (3) district students for the 2011-2012 school year is approximately $212,000.

C. Personnel/Student Services

C.1. Resignation

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the resignation of the following staff:

a) Lorraine Larew, Grade 1 Teacher, Angelo L. Tomaso School, for the purpose of retirement, with appreciation for the 24 years of service to the children of Warren, effective June 30, 2011.

b) Mary Rusnak, Grade 2 Teacher, Angelo L. Tomaso School, for the purpose of retirement, with appreciation for the 18 years of service to the children of Warren, effective June 30, 2011.

C.2. Family Leave Request

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the family leave request for Dana Tretola, Kindergarten Teacher, Central School, from September 1, 2011 through December 5, 2011 (unpaid with benefits), with a return date on or about December 6, 2011.

C.3. Change of Assignment - Revised Start Date

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the change of assignment for Mary Russo, from Multi Duty Paraprofessional, to Classroom Paraprofessional, Angelo L. Tomaso School, to remain at Step 15 for an increase in salary of $1,750, prorated from April 25, 2011 to her start date of April 12, 2011 through June 30, 2011, of the 2009-2010 salary guide (2010-2011 step will be the equivalent of this 2009-2010 step, to be determined once collective bargaining is concluded).

C.4. Summer Fun Secretary

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Eileen Haddican, Middle School, as Summer Fun Secretary for the summer of 2011 at a salary of $4,630.

C.5. Out of District Evaluator

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Patricia Treiber, MA CCC/SLP to conduct one fluency evaluation for student (ID#0121309) for a cost to the district of $300.

XIV. OLD BUSINESS

None

XIV. NEW BUSINESS

None

XVI. PUBLIC COMMENTARY

None

XVII. EXECUTIVE SESSION:

At 8:42 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:

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. Burman and approved by unanimous voice vote.

On motion by Mrs. Spiller and seconded by Mrs. Burman, the board reconvened in open session at 9:25 p.m.

Mr. Daquila reminded the board that input on the wrestling proposal is needed in order to have the attorney to review the lease proposal. The board discussed the wrestling proposal and will send their comments to Mr. Daquila.

XVII. ADJOURNMENT: On motion by Mrs. Spiller, seconded by Mrs. Toubin, the meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m.

Minutes recorded by:

Peter Daquila