Minutes for June 25, 2012
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A regular business meeting of the Board of Education was held this day in the Board of Education Administration Building, Mt. Horeb Road. The following is a record of that meeting.
I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by the Board President, Dr. Przybylski
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT - Dr. Przybylski 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 - Dr. Przybylski led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. ROLL CALL
Present: Tia Allocco, John De Bellis, Kathy Helewa, Donald Huber, Roberta Monahan, Gregory Przybylski, and Mildred Spiller
Absent: Susan Burman arrived at 7:09 p.m.
James Sena
Also Present: Dr. Tami Crader, Superintendent, Patricia Leonhardt, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary, members of public, and press
IV. PRESENTATION
A Farewell to Dr. Brady
Dr. Crader shared words of praise for Dr. Brady upon her retirement. In celebration all enjoyed cake.
V. MINUTES
Mrs. Spiller moved the following:
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the minutes of the following meeting:
June 11, 2012 public and private session
The motion was seconded by Mrs. Monahan and approved by a 7-0 roll call vote.
VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION
- HIB Information
Dr. Crader reported on HIB information from June 11, 2012 through June 25, 2012 as follows:
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Total # of Investigations: |
0 |
Total # of Determined Bullying Incidents: |
0 |
- Fire Drills
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ALT |
Central |
Mt. Horeb |
Woodland |
Middle |
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June 19 |
June 6 |
June 14 |
June 7 |
June 14 |
- Security Drills
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ALT |
Central |
Mt. Horeb |
Woodland |
Middle |
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June 11 Bomb Threat |
June 8 Bomb Threat |
June 11 Bomb Threat |
June 6 Bomb Threat |
June 14 Bomb Threat |
Mrs. Burman arrived at this point in the meeting. (7:09 p.m.)
VII. PRESIDENT'S REMARKS
Dr. Przybylski thanked both the Mt. Horeb and ALT PTOs for their very generous donations.
Dr. Przybylski also wished a safe and productive summer to all.
VII. SUPERINTENDENT'S REMARKS
21st Century Progress Report
Dr. Crader reported on NAEP testing, the NASA project which has been cancelled due to funding, and shared with the board the district's yearbooks. In addition Dr. Crader provided a review of the progress of the 21st Century Project.
IX. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mrs. Monahan reported on the Policy Committee meeting, whereby a number of policy updates were reviewed.
Mrs. Spiller reported that the Curriculum Committee met this evening. A full report will follow at the board's next meeting.
X. DISCUSSION
- Board Self-Evaluation
Mrs. Spiller reported on the board's self-evaluation, which will serve as the basis for board goals. The board discussed each area of the evaluation.
XI. 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).
Stacy Mc Ateer, Highmount Ave. resident, asked a question regarding the appropriate avenue for the public to provide input to the board.
XII. ITEMS FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION/ACTION
Mrs. Spiller asked a question regarding the wording of policy 3326.
Mrs. Burman suggested modifying the dates of motion C.3.
Mrs. Monahan discussed a possibility of obtaining AED batteries through the Valerie Fund.
Mrs. Monahan asked that motions B.16.-18.be pulled for a separate vote.
On motion by Mrs. Spiller, seconded by Mrs. Burman, the consent agenda items A.1. through B.15. and B.19., C.1. as amended, C.2. as amended, C.3. as amended, C.4. as amended, and C.5. through C.13., and D.1. were approved by an 8-0 roll-call vote.
On motion by Mrs. Spiller, seconded by Mrs. Burman and approved on an 8-0 roll call vote, the board approved agenda items B.16, B.17, and B.18.
Mr. Huber expressed his gratitude to staff who continued to hold their own behavior to high standards even during this past period of adversity, and lamented actions which did not rise to those same standards.
Dr. Przybylski reflected on the role of the changing legislative mandates on negotiations.
A. EDUCATION
A.1. Professional Development Plan
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the district's Professional Development Plan, dated May 15, 2012, for the 2012-2013 school year that was approved by the Somerset County Professional Development Board on May 22, 2012.
A.2. Out of Zone Request
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the out of zone request for one student (ID#620171) grade 3, at Angelo L. Tomaso School, from September through February of the 2012-2013 school year. The student's parents plan to move out of the ALT zone and will transport the student.
B. FINANCE/OPERATIONS/TRANSPORTATION
B.1. Partial Payment of Bills
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the partial payment of bills for June 2012 in the amount of $3,203,424.11.
B.2. Payment of Bills
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary, pursuant to policy 3326, to audit pending bills and claims, to pay qualifying bills and claims within approved budget line item amounts, from June 26, 2012 to June 30, 2012, and to submit those bills to the Board of Education for approval at its next regular meeting.
B.3. Board Secretary's and Treasurer's Report
WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the attached report of the secretary for the month of May.
WHEREAS, this report shows the following balances on May 31, 2012
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FUND |
CASH BALANCE |
APPROPRIATION BALANCE |
FUND BALANCE |
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(10) General Current Expense Fund |
$8,971,524.09 |
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$1,459,258.94 |
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(11) Current Expense |
$2,108,411.65 |
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(12) Capital Outlay |
$146,647.51 |
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(13) Special Schools |
$7,987.75 |
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(18) Ed Jobs Fund |
$6.00 |
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(20) Special Revenue Fund |
($99,665.67) |
$23,174.82 |
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(30) Capital Projects Fund |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
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(40) Debt Service Fund |
$14,321.65 |
$84.44 |
$14,237.21 |
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TOTAL |
$8,886,180.07 |
$2,286,312.17 |
$1,473,496.15 |
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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.4. Budget Transfers for Month of May 2012
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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11-000-213-600-07-00 |
Health Supplies - Middle |
11-000-213-100-00-00 |
Nurse & Doctor - Salaries |
$600 |
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11-000-216-320-08-00 |
Speech/OT/PT -. Prof. Svcs. |
11-000-216-100-00-01 |
Speech & OT - Extra Pay |
$700 |
|
11-000-230-105-01-00 |
Salaries - Admin. Support |
11-000-230-610-01-00 |
Supplies - Administration |
$2,800 |
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11-000-261-420-09-07 |
Maintenance Repairs - Middle |
11-000-262-100-09-00 |
Salaries - Custodians |
$5,300 |
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11-000-262-610-09-00 |
Building Supplies - Maint. |
11-000-262-100-09-00 |
Salaries - Custodians |
$4,500 |
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11-190-100-500-11-02 |
Other Purchased Services |
11-190-100-640-12-00 |
Textbooks - Series Replace. |
$5,000 |
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11-190-100-610-04-10 |
Instructional Supplies - MH |
11-110-100-101-00-01 |
Kindergarten Teacher - Sals. |
$10,200 |
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11-190-100-610-06-10 |
Instructional Supplies - WD |
11-110-100-101-00-01 |
Kindergarten Teacher - Sals. |
$18,600 |
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11-190-100-610-07-10 |
Instructional Supplies - Middle |
11-110-100-101-00-01 |
Kindergarten Teacher - Sals. |
$9,200 |
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11-190-100-610-11-01 |
Supplies - Instr. Hardware |
11-120-100-101-00-01 |
Grades 1-5 Teachers - Sals. |
$172,000 |
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11-402-100-610-07-00 |
Sports Supplies |
11-401-100-100-00-00 |
Co-Curricular Stipends |
$350 |
|
12-000-240-730-03-00 |
School Admin. Equip. - CS |
11-000-262-622-03-00 |
Electricity - Central |
$19,525 |
|
12-000-240-730-04-00 |
School Admin. Equip. - MH |
11-000-262-622-04-00 |
Electricity - Mt. Horeb |
$18,315 |
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12-000-240-730-06-00 |
School Admin. Equip. - WD |
11-000-262-621-06-00 |
Heat - Woodland |
$6,500 |
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12-000-240-730-06-00 |
School Admin. Equip. - WD |
11-000-262-621-07-00 |
Heat - Middle |
$12,035 |
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12-000-252-730-00-00 |
Admin. Info. Tech. Equipment |
11-000-262-622-06-00 |
Electricity - Woodland |
$25,000 |
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12-000-252-730-00-00 |
Admin. Info. Tech. Equipment |
11-000-262-622-07-00 |
Electricity - Middle |
$30,410 |
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12-000-400-450-03-01 |
Construction - CS APR |
11-000-262-621-04-00 |
Heat - Mt. Horeb |
$6,800 |
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12-000-400-450-03-01 |
Construction - CS APR |
11-000-262-621-05-00 |
Heat - ALT |
$10,200 |
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12-000-400-450-03-02 |
Construction - CS Bldg. Envelope Repairs |
12-000-400-931-00-00 |
Capital Reserve Transfer |
$172,000 |
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12-000-400-450-03-02 |
Construction - CS Bldg. Envelope Repairs |
12-000-400-450-00-00 |
Construction Services |
$6,500 |
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12-000-400-450-07-50 |
Construction Svcs. - MS Fire |
11-000-262-624-09-60 |
Heat - Maintenance |
$3,040 |
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12-000-400-450-07-50 |
Construction Svcs. - MS Fire |
11-000-262-624-10-60 |
Heat - Transportation |
$3,040 |
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12-120-100-730-03-00 |
Instructional Equipment - CS |
11-000-262-621-04-00 |
Heat - Mt. Horeb |
$5,150 |
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13-422-100-610-00-00 |
Summer School Supplies |
13-422-100-101-00-00 |
Summer School Salaries |
$300 |
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Total Transfers |
$548,065 |
B.5. Transfer of Current Year Surplus to Capital Reserve
WHEREAS, NJSA 18A:21-2 and NJSA 18A:7G-13 permit a Board of Education to establish and/or deposit into certain reserve accounts at year end, and
WHEREAS, the aforementioned statutes authorize procedures, under the authority of the Commissioner of Education, which permit a board of education to transfer anticipated excess current revenue or unexpended appropriations into reserve accounts during the month of June by board resolution, and
WHEREAS, the Warren Township Schools Board of Education wishes to deposit the anticipated current year surplus of up to $1,500,000 into Capital Reserve at year end, and
WHEREAS, the Warren Township Schools Board of Education has determined that up to $1,500,000 is available for such purpose of transfer;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Warren Township Schools Board of Education hereby authorizes the district's School Business Administrator to make this transfer consistent with all applicable laws and regulations.
B.6. Wrestling Association Land Subdivision
RESOLVED, that the Warren Township Board of Education formally consents to permitting the Township of Warren to serve as the applicant for the following actions regarding the property located in the Township of Warren and identified as Block 201, Lot 2 on the official tax map of the Township of Warren: minor subdivision, site plan approval and any associated variances and design waivers for a proposed recreation facility to be constructed on a portion of said land for use by the Watchung Township Wrestling Association.
B.7. Facilities Project - Middle School Generator
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby authorizes, per the Capital Improvement Plan, the removal of the lighting generator at the Middle School and its replacement with an energy efficient battery backup, at cost not to exceed $58,000. Purchase from MTB Electric and through Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission Cooperative Pricing System (65MCESCCPS).
B.8. PTO Donation - Mt. Horeb School
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts, with gratitude, the donation of approximately $1,700, from the Mt. Horeb PTO, to be used to purchase a new wireless transmitter and receiver to repair the gymnasium scoreboard at Mt. Horeb School.
B.9. PTO Donation - Mt. Horeb School
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts, with gratitude, the donation of approximately $9,300 from the Mt. Horeb PTO, to be used to purchase iPads and Elmos.
B.10. PTO Donation - Angelo L. Tomaso School
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts, with gratitude, the donation of playground equipment and two signs for the outdoor classroom at Angelo L. Tomaso School, at an approximate value of $3,300.
B.11. Travel Approval
Whereas, in accordance with State of New Jersey School District Accountability Act (A-5) and the Warren Township Schools' policy number 4133 - Travel and Work Related Expense Reimbursement, travel by school district employees and Board of Education members must be approved in advance.
Now Therefore Be It RESOLVED, the Warren Township Schools Board of Education approves the following expenses for faculty, staff, administrators, and board members for seminars, conferences and workshops. The expense includes travel costs, if applicable:
Nov 2012
- Janet Kozik, Spec Svcs, Power School Users Group NJ Conf, Somerdale $231
All of the above travel has been approved by the Superintendent. The School Business Administrator shall track and record these costs to insure that the maximum amount is not exceeded.
B.12. Appointment of New Auditor
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education appoints Suplee, Clooney & Company as the auditing firm for the Warren Township Board of Education for the 2012-2013 school year at an annual cost of $23,135.
B.13. Approval Extensions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the extension of the following until the Board of Education's January, 2013 Reorganizational Meeting:
a) The appointment of USA Architects as the Architect of Record.
B.14. Danielson/Teachscape's Framework for Teaching - Implementation/Training/Supplies
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Danielson/Teachscape's Framework for Teaching associated implementation/training/supplies costs, not to exceed $56,000 (possible grant funded program).
B.15. Toilet Room Renovations at Mt. Horeb and Woodland Schools
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following motion:
WHEREAS, on June 19, 2012, the Board of Education received bids for the Toilet Room Renovations at Mt. Horeb and Woodland Schools as follows:
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Contractor Name |
BID: |
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AERO PLG. |
$309,000.00 |
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DeSapio Construction, Inc. |
$289,763.00 |
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JAC Mechanical Services |
$297,000.00 |
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Larosa Contracting |
$245,000.00 |
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Paley Construction Company |
$269,750.00 |
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Salazar & Associates |
$485,000.00 |
And, it is the recommendation of both the Architect and the Board Attorney that the Bid should be awarded to Larosa Contracting Corp. since it is the lowest responsible bidder,
RESOLVED, the Board of Education awards the contract for the Toilet Room Renovations at Mt. Horeb and Woodland Schools to Larosa Contracting Corp. of Bridgewater, NJ.
B.16. Acceptance of Fact-Finders Report
WHEREAS, the Warren Township Board of Education (Board) and the Warren Township Education Association (Association) have been engaged in negotiations in good faith in an effort to arrive at a successor agreement to a contract which expired on June 30, 2010; and
WHEREAS, the parties were unable to reach consensus at negotiations and mediation, and whereas Thomas D. Hartigan was appointed as a Fact-Finder by the Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC); and
WHEREAS, the Fact-Finder, having been assigned, and having held mediation sessions and a formal hearing, issued his Fact-Finding Report (Report) on June 7, 2012, and addendum thereto on June 13, 2012; and
WHEREAS, the Board has had an opportunity to review the Report and considered the totality of the circumstances and the impact of the recommendations of said Report;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board hereby accepts the June 7, 2012 Report and addendum thereto, as per the attached.
B.17. Approval of Contract with WTEA 2010-2011
BE IT RESOLVED, the Warren Township Board of Education (Board), upon recommendation of the negotiations committee approves the following terms and conditions for a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Board and the Warren Township Education Association (Association) for the period of July 1, 2010, through June 30, 2011:
1. Effective July 1, 2010, all employees shall be enrolled in the School Employees Health Benefit Program.
2. Effective January 1, 2011, base salary of all 12-month employees shall be increased 2.4%.
3. Effective February 1, 2011, base salary for all 10-month employees shall be increased 2.4%.
B.18. Approval of Contract with WTEA 2011-2014
BE IT RESOLVED, the Warren Township Board of Education (Board), upon recommendation of the negotiations committee approves the following terms and conditions for a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Board and the Warren Township Education Association (Association) for the period of July 1, 2011, through June 30, 2014:
1. Effective October 1, 2011, base salary of all 12-month employees shall be increased 2.3%.
2. Effective November 16, 2011, base salary for all 10-month employees shall be increased 2.3%.
3. Effective July 1, 2012, base salary of all 12-month employees shall be increased 2.0%.
4. Effective September 1, 2012, base salary for all 10-month employees shall be increased 2.0%.
5. Effective July 1, 2013, base salary of all 12-month employees shall be increased 2.3%.
6. Effective September 1, 2013, base salary for all 10-month employees shall be increased 2.3%.
B.19. Milk Provider for the 2012-2013 School Year
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Cream-O-Land Dairy as the provider for the 2012-2013 school year. The cost of milk will be $.20, juice will be $.25 and the two sizes of water will be $.30 (8 oz.) and $.40 (16.9 oz. sports cap).
C. PERSONNEL/STUDENT SERVICES
C.1. Employment for the 2012-2013 School Year
RESOLVED, upon recommendation from the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the following Personnel items including the emergent employment of the following employees (indicated by *) conditional upon the final approval by the New Jersey Department of Education, for the 2012-2013 school year and the Board further authorizes the submission of an application for emergency hiring pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, et. Seq., N.J.S.A. 18A:6.14.12, et. Seq.
a) Melissa Fedosh, Occupational Therapist, District, MA, Step 7-8 of the 2009-2010 salary guide (2012-2013 step will be determined once collective bargaining is concluded), effective September 1, 2012 through December 4, 2012. (She is replacing Alison Hales on maternity leave.)
b) Melissa Krynski, Teacher of the Handicapped, Central School, BA +15 Step 1-2 of the 2009-2010 salary guide (2012-2013 step will be determined once collective bargaining is concluded), effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013. (She is replacing Kristina Morano.)
c) Christina Grimm, Kindergarten, Central School, BA Step 1-2 of the 2009-2010 salary guide (2012-2013 step will be determined once collective bargaining is concluded), effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013. (She is replacing Margo Haldeman.)
d) Maxine Dornfeld, Paraprofessional, Central School, Step 12 of the 2009-2010 salary guide (2012-2013 step will be determined once collective bargaining is concluded), plus a stipend for teaching certificate, effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013. (She is replacing Alice Morgan
e) Lindsay Chell, Library Media Specialist, Central School, MA Step 1-2 of the 2009-2010 salary guide (2012-2013 step will be determined once collective bargaining is concluded), effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013. (She is replacing Mary DeNunzio.)
f) Michael Bracken, Night Custodian, ALT, at an annual salary of $31,000, for a 90-day probationary period, to begin July 1, 2012.
C.2. Additional Hours
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby authorizes an additional 10 hours per week for Carrie Grapstein, Bookkeeper Assistant, for the months of June and July, 2012 not to exceed $2,500.
C.3. Offers of Employment During Summer Months
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent to extend offers of employment after consulting with the Board of Education regarding budgeted positions for which there may be a vacancy between June 26, 2012 and September 10, 2012, subject to ratification of the Board at the next available Board meeting.
C.4. Summer Tech Employees 2012
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Summer Tech Employees at the listed hourly rates, with employment to run from June 26, 2012 through September 1, 2012 not to exceed $10,000:
a) Sean Convery (Teacher) $16.50 per hour
b) Joel Van Tine (Teacher) $16.50 per hour
c) Dan Creedon $8.00 per hour
C.5. Contracted Services Summer 2012
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the attached list for summer contracted services, cost not to exceed $65,269.
C.6. Child Study Team 2012 Summer Evaluations and Therapy Hours
RESOLVED, the Board of Education approves the Child Study Team to conduct summer evaluations and therapy hours (in-district) per the attached list dated June 21, 2012.
C.7. Summer Fun Staff
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following 2012 Summer Fun staff:
a) Allison Holmes, Aide, $10 per hour,
b) Melissa Fedosh, OT, $70 per hour, beginning June 26, 2012 through July 27, 2012.
C.8. Contracted Services 2012-2013
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the attached list for contracted services for the 2012-2013 school year, cost not to exceed $341,110.
C.9. Computer Technician Services
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Jason Sandt as a contracted services Computer Technician for the period of September, 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013 for up to 15 hours per week at a rate of $27.09 per hour, not to exceed $17,150.
C.10. Student Teacher
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves Western Governors University student Henna Jaffry as a Student Teacher, Middle School Science, with Dan Ticchio, effective September 6, 2012 to November 21, 2012.
C.11. Resignations
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following resignations:
a) Dana Tretola, Kindergarten Teacher, Central School, with regret and appreciation for the 6 years of service to the children of Warren, effective June 30, 2012.
b) Elise Tanner, District Software Support Specialist, with regret and with appreciation for the 14 years of service to the Warren Township Schools, effective August 31, 2012.
C.12. Middle School Guidance Extended Work Schedule
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves three days each of an extended work schedule, as per the individual per diem rate, prior to the beginning of the school year for the following:
a) Midge Johnson
b) Helen Scully
c) Melissa Kurlan
C.13. 2012 Summer Employees
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the attached list of Summer Transportation Employees at the listed hourly rates and start dates, through September 1, 2012.
D. POLICY
D.1. Policies - First Reading
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the first reading of the following policies:
a) 3326 - Payment for Goods and Services
b) 4111.1 - Nondiscrimination/Affirmative Action
c) 4121 - Substitute Teachers
d) 5113 - Absences and Excuses
e) 5141.3 - Health Examinations and Immunizations
f) 5145.4 - Equal Opportunity Employer
g) 6010 - Goals and Objectives
XIII. OLD BUSINESS
- Garden State Coalition
Dr. Crader is recommending that the district's membership not be renewed.
The board concurred,
Mrs. Monahan, while she was grateful to receive the Mt. Horeb school yearbook, suggested the practice be terminated as a cost saver. The board concurred. However, it was requested that schools directories continue to be distributed to the board.
XIV. NEW BUSINESS
Dr. Crader reported on her meeting with the REACH teachers regarding SAGE testing. A switch to COGAT is underway.
XV. PUBLIC COMMENTARY
None
XVI. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
At 8:54 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 WTEA negotiations, Action will not be taken upon return to public session;
The length of the meeting is anticipated to be approximately 20 minutes; and be it
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, seconded by Mrs. Burman the board reconvened in open session at 9:36 p.m.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT: On motion by Mrs. Spiller seconded by Mrs. Burman the meeting adjourned at 9:37 p.m.
Minutes recorded by:
Patricia Leonhardt
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