Minutes for June 12, 2023
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A regular business meeting of the Board of Education was held this day at the Warren Middle School, 100 Old Stirling Road. The public was welcome to attend in person or virtually through the online Zoom platform. The following is a record of that meeting.
I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Board President David Brezee.
Open Public Meeting Statement – Mr. Brezee read the following statement:
Re: Chapter 231 P.L. 1975: “The adequate notice of this regular meeting as required by the open public meetings act was provided by the posting, mailing/delivery, and filing of this notice on January 9, 2023. This notice was on that date posted on the bulletin board in the Township Office, sent to the Courier News and TAPinto Warren, and filed with the Township Clerk of the Township of Warren, all in accordance with the requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act.”
II. Pledge of Allegiance – Mr. Brezee led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. Roll Call
Present: Natalie Feuchtbaum, Laura Keller, Scott Otto, Stephen Toor, Ryan Valentino, Todd Weinstein, Patricia Zohn and David Brezee
Absent:
Also Present: Dr. Matthew Mingle, Superintendent, Christopher Heagele, Board Secretary, and members of the public and press.
Mehul Desai arrived at 6:46 p.m.
IV. Minutes
● Mrs. Zohn moved the following:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the public minutes of the May 15, 2023 Board Meeting.
The motion was seconded by Ms. Keller and approved by a 8-0 roll-call vote.
V. Correspondence and Information
Dr. Mingle reported on board correspondence, HIB information, and school suspensions.
· HIB Information
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Total # of Investigations: |
Total # of Determined Bullying Incidents: |
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8 |
2 |
· Suspension Report
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In School: |
Out of School: |
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2 |
0 |
· Fire Drills
| ALT | Central | Mt. Horeb | Woodland | Middle |
| May 16 | May 19 | May 25 | May 9 | May 25 |
· Security Drills
| ALT | Central | Mt. Horeb | Woodland | Middle |
| May 25 | May 9 | May 11 | May 16 | May 11 |
| Non-Fire Evacuation | Secure Animal | Secure Animal | Secure Animal | Secure Animal |
VI. President's Remarks – Mr. David Brezee reported on:
❖ Eighth grade graduation and district moving up ceremonies.
❖ The recent fifth grade event.
❖ The donation of furniture (B.16.), and thanked Haleon for their donation.
❖ The donation of bleachers and a cement pad (B.18.), and thanked the Warren Middle School PTO donation for their donation.
❖ New district staff (C.1.), and welcomed them to the district.
❖ Recent retirees (C.17.), and thanked all retirees for their service.
VII. Superintendent’s Remarks – Dr. Matthew Mingle reported the following:
❖ Warren Middle School placed first in the 6th Grade Division NJ State Bar Foundation’s Competition.
❖ Special recognition from Woodland School in the Somerset County Fire Marshal Association Poster Contest.
❖ Congratulations on all of today's graduations and moving up ceremonies.
❖ A reminder that the July 17th meeting is the Annual Retreat, which starts at 4 p.m.
VIII. Presentations
None
IX. Discussion
None
X. Committee Reports
● Curriculum, Communications, and Technology Committee - May 15, 2023
○ Ryan Valentino - Chair, Mehul Desai, Natalie Feuchtbaum, Todd Weinstein:
Mr. Valentino reported that the committee met May 15 to discuss Health & P.E. Curriculum and iReady results.
● Finance, Operations, and Security Committee - May 30, 2023
○ Patricia Zohn - Chair, David Brezee, Scott Otto, Ryan Valentino:
Mrs. Zohn reported the following:
➢ Food Service was discussed (Motion B.14./B.15. on the agenda).
➢ An analysis of the recent security reviews was discussed at length.
➢ End of Year transfer to capital reserve was discussed.
➢ Recent bus incident update was discussed.
● Personnel and Negotiations Committee - May 23, 2023
○ Laura Keller - Chair, David Brezee, Stephen Toor, Todd Weinstein:
Ms. Keller reported that the committee discussed:
➢ Different ways to support staff to avoid staff burnout.
➢ Upcoming WTEA negotiations and plan to prepare including negotiations and procedures.
XI. Public Commentary (agenda items only)
Note on public input at BOE meetings: Board Policy #0167, adopted on June 18, 2018, provides for public participation in Board of Education meetings. Such participation is governed by the following rules:
- A participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface comments by an announcement of his/her name, address, and group affiliation, if applicable;
- Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to three minutes’ duration. If necessary, the public comment portion of the meeting may be extended fifteen minutes with Board approval;
- No participant may speak more than once on the same topic until all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard;
- All statements, questions, or inquiries shall be directed to the presiding officer and any questions or inquiries directed by a participant to another Board member shall be redirected to the presiding officer who shall determine if such statement, question, or inquiry shall be addressed by the presiding officer on behalf of the Board;
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).
● Deveraux Landerman, Fairfield Ave - Spoke on the Health and PE Curriculum.
● Levia Spingarn Gabel, Skyline Drive - Spoke on the Health and PE Curriculum.
● Heather Silver, Quail Run - Spoke on an email sent by the diversity club.
Mr. Desai arrived at 6:46 p.m
● Rachel Singleton, Deerwood Trail West - Had a question on team leaders. Also spoke on the Health & PE Curriculum. Ms. Singleton said that she is proud to donate on behalf of the Warren Middle School PTO, benches, bleachers and concrete pad and thanked her members for their donations.
● Michelle Feliciano, Sycamore Way - Spoke on an email sent by the diversity club.
Upon notice that this Public Commentary portion of the meeting had reached 15 minutes,
Mr. Brezee made the following motion:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves to extend Public Commentary an additional 15 minutes.
Seconded by Mr. Valentino, the consent item was approved by a 9-0 voice vote.
On motion by Mr. Otto to close public commentary, seconded by Ms. Keller, the motion was approved by a 9-0 voice vote.
Dr. Mingle made a clarification on motion B.17.
XII. Items for Board Consideration/Action
Mr. Weinstein asked for the consent item A.4. be pulled for a separate vote.
On motion by Mrs. Zohn, seconded by Ms. Keller, the consent items A.1. through A.3., B.1. through B.19., and C.1. through C.22., were approved by a 9-0 roll-call vote.
On motion by Mrs. Zohn, seconded by Ms. Feuchtbaum, the consent item A.4., was approved by a 8-1 roll-call vote. (Mr. Weinstein voted no.)
The Superintendent recommends that it be:
A. Education
A.1. HIB Report
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the HIB Report submitted by the Superintendent for the period ending on May 15, 2023.
A.2. Home Instruction
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves up to 10 hours per week of home instruction for Student #6767554116, beginning May 22, 2023, at a rate of $50 per hour, at a cost not to exceed $2,000.
A.3. Out-of-District Placement 2023-2024
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the 2023-2024 Out-of-District placement list dated June 8, 2023.
A.4. Curriculum Guides - 2023-2024
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following revised curriculum guides:
- Health & PE K-5
- Health & PE 6-8
B. Finance/Operations/Transportation
B.1. Payment of Bills
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the payment of bills for the period June 1, 2023 through June 12, 2023 in the amount of $2,256,908.94.
B.2. Payment of Bills
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the School Business
Administrator/Board Secretary, pursuant to Policy 6470, to audit pending bills and claims, to pay qualifying bills and claims within approved budget line item amounts, from June 13, 2023 through June 30, 2023, and to submit those bills to the Board of Education for approval at its meeting scheduled for July 17, 2023.
B.3. Board Secretary's and Treasurer's Report
WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received the report of the secretary for the month of May 31, 2023.
WHEREAS, this report shows the following balances on May 31, 2023.
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FUND |
CASH BALANCE |
APPROPRIATION BALANCE |
FUND BALANCE |
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(10) General Current Expense Fund |
$13,956,242.48 |
$1,484,579.02 |
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(10) General Current Expense |
$0.00 |
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(11) Current Expense |
$628,305.41 |
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(12) Capital Outlay |
$68,920.19 |
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(13) Special Schools |
$2,533.76 |
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(20) Special Revenue Fund |
$32,109.57 |
$560,600.13 |
$0.00 |
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(30) Capital Projects Fund |
$1,132,239.71 |
($5,361,285.59) |
($1,653,267.26) |
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(40) Debt Service Fund |
$179.41 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
|
TOTAL GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS |
$15,120,771.17 |
($4,100,926.10) |
($168,688.24) |
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Wealth Mgmt - Capital Reserve |
$3,011,989.89 |
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Wealth Mgmt - Operating |
$4,140.62 |
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Wealth Mgmt - Capital Projects |
$6,496,953.07 |
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TOTAL WEALTH MANAGEMENT |
$9,513,083.58 |
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(60) Milk Fund |
$16,042.98 |
($27,900.00) |
$14,113.49 |
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(61) Juice and Water Fund |
$37,669.37 |
($18,547.77) |
$48,174.64 |
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TOTAL ENTERPRISE FUNDS |
$53,712.35 |
(46,447.77) |
$62,288.13 |
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 2023
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 6422:
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TO: |
FROM: |
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1. |
11-000-216-600-030-08-00 |
Speech & OT - Supplies - CS |
11-000-216-320-035-08-00 |
Speech - Purchased Services - MHS |
$1,500 |
|
2. |
11-000-216-600-035-08-00 |
Speech & OT - Supplies - MHS |
11-000-216-320-035-08-00 |
Speech - Purchased Services - MHS |
$1,500 |
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3. |
11-000-230-334-000-01-00 |
Architect & Engineering Services |
11-000-230-331-000-01-00 |
Legal Services |
$3,000 |
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4. |
11-000-230-334-000-01-00 |
Architect & Engineering Services |
11-000-230-590-000-00-23 |
Legal Ads |
$6,100 |
|
5. |
11-000-252-600-000-11-01 |
Technology - Supplies |
11-000-252-500-000-11-01 |
Technology - Other Purchased Services |
$4,000 |
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6. |
11-000-266-610-000-09-02 |
Security - Supplies - District |
11-000-262-420-000-09-43 |
Equipment Repairs |
$3,000 |
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7. |
11-000-270-442-000-10-00 |
Rental - School Buses |
11-000-270-518-000-10-00 |
Contracted Special Ed Transp. - ESC |
$350 |
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8. |
11-000-270-615-000-10-00 |
Transportation Supplies |
11-000-270-610-000-10-00 |
General Transportation Supplies |
$3,400 |
|
9. |
11-150-100-320-033-08-00 |
Home Instruction-Purchased Svcs.-MS |
11-150-100-101-030-00-00 |
Home Instruction - Salaries - CS |
$2,400 |
|
10. |
11-190-100-610-035-04-10 |
Supplies - Instructional Supplies - MHS |
11-000-262-621-050-09-06 |
Heat - WS |
$3,100 |
|
11. |
11-204-100-610-050-08-00 |
LLD Supplies - WS |
11-213-100-101-033-07-00 |
Salaries - RC Teachers - MS |
$4,000 |
|
12. |
11-213-100-106-040-05-00 |
Salaries - RC Aides - ALT |
11-000-262-107-040-05-00 |
Salaries - Lunchroom Aides - ALT |
$14,750 |
|
13. |
11-216-100-600-035-08-00 |
Preschool Disabled - Supplies - MHS |
11-216-100-106-035-04-00 |
Salaries - PSD Aides- MHS |
$3,500 |
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14. |
12-000-213-730-030-03-00 |
Health Services - Equipment - CS |
11-000-262-621-035-09-04 |
Heat - MHS |
$1,980 |
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15. |
12-000-213-730-035-04-00 |
Health Services - Equipment - MHS |
11-000-262-621-035-09-04 |
Heat - MHS |
$1,980 |
|
16. |
12-000-400-450-050-00-01 |
Construction - Security Vestibule - WS |
11-000-262-622-033-09-07 |
Electricity - MS |
$18,476 |
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17. |
12-120-100-730-030-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - CS |
11-000-262-621-040-09-05 |
Heat - ALT |
$3,500 |
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18. |
12-120-100-730-030-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - CS |
11-000-262-622-035-09-04 |
Electricity - MHS |
$6,300 |
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19. |
12-120-100-730-030-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - CS |
11-000-262-622-040-09-05 |
Electricity - ALT |
$5,390 |
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20. |
12-120-100-730-035-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - MHS |
11-000-217-320-040-08-00 |
Extraord. Svcs. - Purchased Svcs.- ALT |
$10,500 |
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21. |
12-120-100-730-035-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - MHS |
11-120-100-101-050-06-00 |
Salaries - Grades 1-5 Teachers - WS |
$5,000 |
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22. |
12-120-100-730-035-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - MHS |
11-120-100-101-050-06-02 |
Substitute Teachers - Grades 1-5 - WS |
$9,000 |
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23. |
12-120-100-730-035-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - MHS |
11-130-100-101-033-07-02 |
Substitute Teachers - Grades 6-8 - MS |
$5,880 |
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24. |
12-120-100-730-040-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - ALT |
11-000-218-105-033-07-00 |
Salaries - Guidance Secretary - MS |
$5,000 |
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25. |
12-120-100-730-040-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - ALT |
11-000-262-622-030-09-03 |
Electricity - CS |
$5,190 |
|
26. |
12-120-100-730-040-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - ALT |
11-401-100-100-033-07-00 |
Co-curricular Stipends - MS |
$5,000 |
|
27. |
12-120-100-730-050-11-01 |
Instructional Equipment - Tech. - WS |
11-000-291-280-000-00-00 |
Tuition Reimbursement |
$15,190 |
|
28. |
12-130-100-730-033-07-00 |
Instructional Equipment - MS |
11-000-291-280-000-00-00 |
Tuition Reimbursement |
$8,766 |
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29. |
13-422-100-610-000-00-00 |
Summer Fun - Supplies |
13-422-100-500-000-00-00 |
Summer Fun - Purchased Services |
$150 |
B.5. Vehicle Purchase 2022-2023
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following vehicle purchase:
|
Vehicle |
Cost |
|
1 - 2024 Chevrolet Type B, 24 Passenger |
$83,133.33* |
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1 - 2023 Chevrolet Traverse LS AWD |
$29,989.00** |
*Purchase from Van-Con, Inc. through ESCNJ Cooperative Bid # 22/23-24.
**Purchase from Hertrich Fleet Services, Inc. through New Jersey State Contract #209-FLEET-01387 (T2007).
B.6. Dealaman Bus Services Contract Renewal for 2023-2024
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the renewal of the transportation contracts for the 2023-2024 school year with Dealaman Bus Services of Warren, NJ. Renewed routes increased by 5.86%, which is the authorized Consumer Price Index increase. The details are as follows:
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Multi Contract # |
Renewal # |
2023-2024 Cost |
|
1 |
29 |
$ 266,248.29 |
|
2 |
25 |
$87,909.28 |
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4 |
12 |
$38,018.72 |
|
5 |
2 |
228,657.60 |
|
6 |
24 |
$47,298.13 |
|
7 |
23 |
$56,743.94 |
|
8 |
15 |
$109,284.35 |
|
10 |
20 |
$31,848.39 |
|
11 |
19 |
$61,567.76 |
|
12 |
18 |
$54,220.59 |
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TOTAL |
$981,797.05 |
B.7. Transfer of Current Year Surplus to Capital Reserve
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:21-2 and N.J.S.A. 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.8. Fund Balance Procedure
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Warren Township Schools Fund Balance Procedure.
B.9. Mount Horeb Parking Lot Expansion
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the parking lot expansion at Mount Horeb with Crossroads Pavement Maintenance LLC as follows:
|
Description |
Cost |
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Mobilization. Layout. Excavation of Soils. Excavation and Disposal of 250’ +/- Curbing. Installation 280 Lin Ft +/- Concrete Curb. Installation of 4” DGA and 5” Asphalt Pavement. Total area is 5,300 sf ( 216 ft x 24’ + for 24 Parking Spaces including Striping). |
$69,790.00* * Purchased from Ed Data Bid #10980. |
B.10. Approval of School Development Authority (SDA) Grant Submission
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the application submission
of the SDA Emergent and Capital Needs grant, for which the district’s allocation is $34,939. Grant monies will be used to purchase HVAC filters at all schools as well as security locks, doors, and flooring at certain buildings.
B.11. Sale/Disposal of Obsolete Items
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education declares as obsolete the following item:
|
Item |
Description |
Identification Number |
|
Bus #41 |
2011 Thomas - Model 051 |
VIN #: 1GB6G3AG3A1155547 |
|
Piano (Woodland School) |
Everett Upright |
Asset #5038 |
B.12. Technology Purchasing 2023-2024
RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the following technology purchasing:
|
Equipment |
Cost |
|
90 - Dell Latitude 7440 Laptops with Dell EcoLoop Pro Backpacks |
$152,129.70 |
(Purchasing through State of NJ Purchasing Contract M0483/19TELE0656.)
B.13. Participation in National School Lunch Program
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the district’s participation in the National School Lunch Program (district wide) for the 2023-2024 school year.
B.14. Award of Food Commercial Vendor
WHEREAS, the Board received the following responses to its Request for Proposal to seek a commercial vended meal contract for the National School Lunch Program (district wide) 2023-2024 school year:
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Vendors |
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Catering Solutions |
Nu-Way Concessionaires |
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Karson Food Service |
Solos Food |
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15 Walnut1 LLC DBA Misters Food Service |
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WHEREAS, the Food Service Working Group evaluated the proposals and drafted an evaluation report which recommends 15 Walnut1 LLC DBA Misters as the successful respondent.
Now, therefore be it RESOLVED that the Board hereby accepts the recommendation of the Food Service Working Group and awards the contract, pending review, to 15 Walnut1 LLC DBA Misters for the 2023-2024 school year.
B.15. Purchase of Curriculum Materials
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the purchase of paper based and digital materials for the 2023-2024 School Year, in the amount not to exceed $106,473.70 as follows:
|
Textbook/Digital |
Cost |
|
Ready Classroom (Student consumable books w Digital Access) Grades K to 5 |
$28,470.75 |
|
Ready Classroom (Student consumable books w Digital Access) Grades 6 to 8 |
$12,941.25 |
|
iReady Math and Reading Diagnostic and Instructional Resource Site License Grades K to 5 |
$36,229.95 |
|
iReady Math and Reading Diagnostic and Instructional Resource Site License Grades 6 to 8 |
$16,831.75 |
|
iReady Classroom iReady Math Core Professional Development |
$12,000.00 |
B.16. Donation - Haleon Donation Agreement
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts, with gratitude, a donation of 40 pre-owned upholstered furniture poofs to be used by the students/teachers in common areas of Angelo L. Tomaso, Central, Mt. Horeb, Warren Middle and Woodland Schools.
B.17. Acceptance of Pennsylvania Educational Purchasing Program for Microcomputers (PEPPM) Certification for Procurement of Proprietary Goods
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts the Certification for Procurement of Proprietary Goods as presented by the PEPPM for approval of cooperative purchasing of proprietary Apple products.
B.18. Donation - Warren Middle School PTO Donation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts, with gratitude, a donation in the amount of $10,766.25 for bleachers and cement pad for placement at the Warren Middle School.
B.19. Transportation for Out-of-District Students
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves transportation contracts for the transportation of students for the 2023-2024 School Year as follows:
|
Host |
Joiner |
Destination |
Route |
Revenue |
|
Warren |
Watchung Hills Regional High School |
Ridge High School |
RHS-1 |
$40,961.85 |
|
Warren |
Watchung Hills Regional High School |
Watchung Hills Regional High School |
WH-1 |
$20,077.01 |
|
Warren |
Watchung Hills Regional High School |
Various Trips |
- |
$9,609.62 |
|
Warren |
Watchung Hills Regional High School |
Montgomery Academy |
MA |
$35,508.45 |
C. Personnel/Student Services
C.1. Employment for the 2023-2024 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 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., if applicable Staff members shall be paid in accordance with provisions in their collective bargaining agreement and/or in accordance with a schedule provided to all employees prior to the beginning of the contract or school year.
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Name |
Position/PCR |
Location |
Degree |
Step |
Salary |
Effective Date |
Tenure |
Discussion |
|
Jenna Rotella |
School Counselor 02-33-23/agx |
WMS |
MA |
1 |
$67,400 |
August 28, 2023 through June 30, 2024 |
Yes |
To replace employee #0624 |
|
Marylin Orejuela |
Social Worker 02-40-06/azi 02-50-22/bkf |
MH, WS, CS |
MA |
8 |
$75,276 |
August 28, 2023 through June 30, 2024 |
Yes |
To replace employee #3602 |
|
Angela Arpino |
Leave Replacement Teacher |
CS |
BA |
5 |
$64,848 |
August 28,2023 through March 1, 2024 |
No |
To replace employee #3321 |
|
Thea Moore |
0.4 Occupational Therapist 02-35-22/bov 02-50-22/bow |
MH, WS |
MA |
19-20 |
$34,953 |
August 28, 2023 through June 30, 2024 |
Yes |
New Position |
C.2. Employment Rescission
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education rescinds the appointment of Denisia Hogan as Bus Monitor/Aid for Warren Township Schools effective May 18, 2023.
C.3. Leave Request
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following leave requests:
|
Employee ID |
Paid/Unpaid |
|
#2319 |
FMLA - May 30, 2023 through June 12, 2023 (paid) |
|
#3213 |
FMLA - May 22, 2023 through June 12, 2023 (paid) (This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on May 15, 2023) |
|
#2139 |
FMLA - April 19, 2023 through July 12, 2023 (paid) Extended Leave - July 13, 2023 through July 26, 2023 (paid) (This motion supersedes the previous motion approved on April 24,2023) |
C.4. Appointment of Summer Fun 2023 Staff
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the list of Summer Fun 2023 staff. (*This motion supersedes the motion from May 15, 2023.)
C.5. 2023-2024 Additional Summer Custodians
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the list of summer custodians.
C.6. 2023-2024 Summer Technology Assistants
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the list of summer Technology Assistants.
C.7. Retirement/Resignation
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the retirement/resignations
of the following staff:
|
Name |
Position |
Location |
Retirement/ Resignation |
Dates of Service |
|
Brian Cooper |
1:1 Paraprofessional 32.5 hrs per week 08-30-08/bnv |
CS |
Resignation |
August 29, 2022 through June 30, 2023 |
|
Alex Nevarez |
1:1 Paraprofessional 32.5 hrs per week 08-50-08/boq |
WMS |
Resignation |
March 6, 2023 through June 30, 2023 |
|
Meryl Lettire |
Art Teacher 02-33-22/azq |
WS ALT |
Retirement |
September 1, 1998 through September 30, 2023 |
|
Janine Boylan |
Part-Time Multi-Duty Paraprofessional 15 hrs per week 08-33-15/bep |
WMS |
Resignation |
September 1, 2018 through June 30, 2023 |
|
Jamie Sands |
Special Education Teacher 02-50-19/bcr 02-50-19/adn |
WS |
Resignation |
September 1, 2003 through June 30, 2023 |
|
Stella Wangler |
Multi-Duty Paraprofessional 08-50-08/bjr |
WS |
Retirement |
September 1, 2000 through June 30, 2023 |
C.8. ABA Basic Training
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following staff for their participation in the summer ABA Training at the WTEA contractual rate for summer workshop training per employee, for a total cost not to exceed $160.
|
Name |
|
Eliana Glassman |
C.9. Approval of 2023 Advanced Math Summer Bridge Program
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the appointment of the following staff member, to be paid at the contractual rate of $50 per hour. Total cost not to exceed $2,500.00. Fully funded through ESEA Title IV.
|
Name |
|
Justina Thomson |
C.10. Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol Summer Training (SIOP)
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following staff for their participation in the SIOP Summer Training at the WTEA contractual rate for summer workshop training per employee, for a total cost not to exceed $720.00. (Fully funded through ESEA Title III grant.)
|
Names |
||
|
Helen Scully |
Emily Niclas |
Ann Marie Christou |
C.11. Summer 2023 Curriculum Projects
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following staff for the Summer 2023 curriculum projects, as per the WTEA negotiated agreement, at a rate of $50 per hour, at a cost not to exceed $25,500:
|
Names |
||
|
Lindsey Schreck |
Brenda Sasso |
Vivien Plesmid |
|
Dannine Albanese |
Kristen Stoyanov |
Francesca Frosoni |
|
Jill Andrews |
Lynn Degen |
Kimberly Bostory |
|
Katherine Boraski |
Claire Vivenzio |
Katherine Cimei |
|
Alyssa Pech |
Danielle Exter |
Eliana Glassman |
|
Kristina Mitch |
Beth Alcaraz |
Alice Beals |
|
Heather Saum |
Cynthia Cassidy |
Patti Pillinger |
|
Alexandra McWilliams |
Cristina Dugan |
Kathleen Reynolds |
|
Justina Thomson |
Myranda Shimko |
Cheryl Plager |
|
Sarah Caldwell |
Rebecca Leschinsky |
Michele Wolkun |
|
Samantha Dock |
Kelly Blessing-Maire |
Jessica Mironski |
|
Scott Vaglio |
Catherine Lazas |
Christine Cirrotti |
|
Kristen Boni |
Hannah Glinn |
Stacey Lederman-Kroll |
|
Lauren Systo |
Michelle Zgombic |
Elizabeth Maag |
|
Rebecca Maag |
Lauren Valera |
Lyndsay Carroll |
C.12. NSIP Support Coaches
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following staff for NSIP Presentations, as per the WTEA negotiated agreement, at a rate of $50 per hour, at a total cost not to exceed $750.00:
|
Names |
|
|
Kristen Stoyanov |
Kimberly Bostory |
|
Cynthia Cassidy |
Francesca Frosoni |
|
Michelle Zgombic |
|
C.13. Special Services Providers’ List
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Special Services Providers’ List for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year, dated June 9, 2023.
C.14. Approval to Create Positions
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the creation of the following positions for 2023-2024 school year:
|
Location |
Position |
Full-Time Equivalent |
|
MH |
1:1 Preschool Paraprofessional 08-35-08/bot |
32.5 hrs per week |
|
CS |
Special Education Teacher 02-30-19/bou |
1.0 |
C.15. Clubs/After School Activities
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following 2022-2023 after school activities/clubs, and the instructors, at the negotiated stipend rate.
|
Name |
Club |
School |
Cost |
|
Alanna Schwartz |
Volleyball Club |
MS |
$1,078 |
C.16. Non-WTEA Stipend Positions 2023-2024
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following Non-WTEA Stipend Positions for 2023-2024:
|
Name |
Position |
Amount |
|
Kate Kogler |
Energy Educator |
$10,500 |
|
Sean Convery |
Webmaster |
$12,000 |
|
Lauren Valera |
ELL Coordinator |
$4,000 |
|
Jessica Decelle Steven Rizzoli |
After-School Activities Coordinator |
$3,200 |
|
Nicholas Bayachek |
Athletic Coordinator |
$6,000 |
C.17. WTEA Stipend Positions 2023-2024
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following WTEA stipend positions per the contracted rate for the 2023-2024 school year:
|
Team Leaders |
|||
|
Grade 6 |
Grade 7 |
Grade 8 |
Encore |
|
Justina Thomson |
Kathryn Speckin |
Scott Vaglio |
Lynn Alger |
|
Middle School Lunch Supervisors |
||
|
Grade 6 |
Grade 7 |
Grade 8 |
|
Timothy Fabiano Helen Scully Leslie Ortega Brenda Sasso |
Donna Bardy Nicholas Bayachek Danielle Buzby Sean Convery |
David Arnold Danielle Porchetta John Seremula Sean Mealey |
|
Club/Activity |
Name |
|
Student Government Advisor |
Lisa Lontai |
|
Yearbook Advisor |
TBD |
|
Boys Soccer |
Scott Vaglio |
|
Girls Soccer |
TBD |
|
Cross Country |
Donna Bardy Kristen Boni |
|
Girls Basketball |
Timothy Fabiano |
|
Boys Basketball |
Sean Mealey |
|
Boys Baseball |
David Arnold |
|
Girls Softball |
TBD |
|
Boys/Girls Track |
Timothy Fabiano Richard Bardy Scott Vaglio Kristen Boni |
C.18. Supervisor Stipend
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following position for the 2023-2024 school year:
|
Club |
Name |
Amount |
|
Basketball Supervisor |
David Arnold |
$50 per hour (not to exceed 60 hours) |
C.19. Warren Middle School Musical
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following personnel in support of the 2023-2024 Warren Middle School production:
|
Name |
Position |
Cost |
|
Kelly Backus |
Director |
$2,714 |
|
Jennifer Ronkiewicz |
Set Designer |
$1,470 |
|
Joel VanTine |
Stage & Sound Director |
$1,470 |
C.20. Summer Work - Special Services Department
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves district staff to conduct summer evaluations, therapy hours (in-district), scheduling and IEP meetings, per the list dated June 8, 2023, at an additional cost not to exceed $39,935.00.
C.21. Sidebar Agreement - Additional Teaching Period
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the sidebar agreement
between the Warren Township Board of Education and the Warren Township Education Association regarding the assignment of an additional teaching period.
C.22. Abolish Position
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the abolishment of the
following position for 2023-2024:
|
Location |
Position |
Full-Time Equivalent |
|
WMS |
French Teacher 02-33-22/anr |
0.4 |
XIII. Unfinished Business
None
XIV. New Business
● Mr. Weinstein asked to discuss the need for a Warren Middle School orientation at a future board meeting.
● Mr. Desai asked about how the opt out provision will work with motion A.4.
Dr. Mingle discussed the opt out procedure.
XV. Public Commentary (any topic)
Note on public input at BOE meetings: Board Policy #0167, adopted on June 18, 2018, provides for public participation in Board of Education meetings. Such participation is governed by the following rules:
- A participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface comments by an announcement of his/her name, address, and group affiliation, if applicable;
- Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to three minutes’ duration. If necessary, the public comment portion of the meeting may be extended fifteen minutes with Board approval;
- No participant may speak more than once on the same topic until all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard;
- All statements, questions, or inquiries shall be directed to the presiding officer and any questions or inquiries directed by a participant to another Board member shall be redirected to the presiding officer who shall determine if such statement, question, or inquiry shall be addressed by the presiding officer on behalf of the Board;
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).
● Isabel Manata, Green Valley Drive - Spoke regarding the decision made by the Food Service Committee regarding the selection of a food service vendor.
● Mariette Dzeletovic, King George Road - Spoke on math placement at Warren Middle School.
● Heather Silver, Quail Run - Spoke on Warren Middle School orientation. Also spoke on the Health & PE Curriculum and asked a question about the stipend on the agenda.
● Rachel Singleton, Deerwood Trail West - Spoke on the following: Communication at the Warren Middle School, the Warren Middle School yearbook, State Standardized Testing, PE & Health curriculum, and HIB cases.
● Jim Giannakis, Mister’s Food Service - Thanked the board for selecting his firm as food service vendor.
● Nancy Andrews, WTEA President - Congratulations to our many graduates and congratulations to our retirees.
On motion by Mr. Valentino, seconded by Mr. Otto, to extend public commentary by 15 minutes. The motion was approved by a 9-0 voice vote.
On motion by Mr. Otto to close public commentary, seconded by Mr. Valentino, the motion was approved by a 9-0 voice vote.
Dr. Mingle offered comments on some of the public comments.
XVI. Executive Session
● At 7:37 p.m. Mrs. Zohn 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:
○ specific prospective or current employees unless all who could be adversely affected request an open session
Action will not be taken upon return to public session;
the length of the meeting is anticipated to be approximately 60 minutes; 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 Mr. Otto and approved by unanimous voice vote.
On motion by Mrs. Zohn, seconded by Mr. Otto, the Board reconvened in open session at 9:00 p.m.
XVII. Adjourn
On motion by Mrs. Zohn, seconded by Mr. Valentino, the meeting was adjourned at 9:01 p.m.
Minutes submitted by,
Christopher Heagele
Board Secretary
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