Minutes Board of Education 0708 #38

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1 October 18, 2007 Page 1 Minutes Board of Education 0708 #38 Minisink Valley Central School District Board Meeting October 18, 2007 A meeting of the Minisink Valley Central School District Board of Education was held in the middle school auditorium on October 18, BOE MEMBERS PRESENT: BOE MEMBER ABSENT: DIST. PERSONNEL PRESENT: Mrs. Ethel Crow, President Mr. John M. Lenane Mr. Shawn O Connor Mr. Robert Prokopchak Mrs. Gina Richichi Mr. Paul Rickard Mrs. Joan Romanyschyn Mr. Victor Vignola Mrs. Michelle McDonald Dr. Martha Murray, Superintendent Mrs. Priscilla Holden, Asst. Superintendent for Business Mr. Sean Michel, Asst. Superintendent for Curr. & Instr. Mr. Brian Monahan, Director of Personnel Mrs. Ruth Zuclich, Director of Pupil Personnel Ms. Deborah L. Roda, District Clerk VISITORS: 58 PRESS: 1 President Crow called the meeting to order at 8:02 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. A motion was made by Mr. O Connor, seconded by Mrs. Romanyschyn and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, approves the minutes of the October 4, 2007 meeting and the minutes of the October 11, 2007 meeting, as corrected. (6-0) Minutes MR. VIGNOLA ENTERED THE MEETING AT 8:03 PM. President Crow welcomed comments from community members and reviewed the procedures for community comment during a public meeting. Community members spoke about continued concerns with the proposed change in attendance zones. Visitors MRS. RICHICHI ENTERED THE MEETING AT 8:17 PM. Dr. Murray and Mrs. Holden answered questions about the proposed change in attendance zones by giving information about building capacity, overcrowding conditions, cost of alternatives proposed by the community, extracurricular and after school activities, and counseling opportunities. Attn. Zone

2 October 18, 2007 Page 2 The board responded to concerns raised by the community over the proposed change in attendance zones including the Town of Greenville resolution, the search for land, the work of the Growth Task Force, and the 2005 referendum vote. The board of education agreed to move the vote regarding a change in attendance zones to the November 8, 2007 meeting. Dr. Murray introduced Mrs. Alice Reh, Otisville Elementary principal, who gave an outline of the year ahead as they prepare to close the current Otisville building and move into the new building. She said the school s theme this year is Honoring the Past as We Move into the Future. A motion was made by Mr. Lenane, seconded by Mr. Prokopchak and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, accepts the following resignations: Otisville Report Resignations Matthew Caputo, a modified basketball coach, effective 10/19/07. Michael Hiller, a JV basketball coach, effective 10/19/07. Stephen Sorrentino, a varsity assistant swimming and diving coach (shared), effective 10/19/07. A motion was made by Mrs. Richichi, seconded by Mrs. Romanyschyn and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, approves the child care leave of absence for Carol Calabro, a part time teacher aide, effective 10/15/07 and ending 6/30/07. A motion was made by Mr. Vignola, seconded by Mrs. Richichi and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent approves the designation of the media production club to group three of the extracurricular section of the negotiated agreement between the BOE and MVTA. Leave of Absence Positions A motion was made by Mrs. Richichi, seconded by Mr. Prokopchak and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, approves the following appointments: Christopher Lawla, temporary appointment as a speech teacher, assigned district wide, effective on or about 11/19/07, step 10MA, prorated, compensation in accordance with the negotiated agreement between the MVTA and BOE as listed. Michael Goliber, probationary appointment as a computer network specialist, assigned to the technology department, effective on 10/5/07 with probation ending 10/4/08, compensation at $30,900, with an annual salary increase in accordance with the negotiated agreement between CSEA and the BOE. Kap Jeon, probationary appointment as a school bus driver, assigned to the transportation department, effective on 10/22/07 with probation ending 10/21/08, step 1, compensation in accordance with the negotiated agreement between CSEA and the BOE. Scott Tonnesson, probationary appointment as a custodial worker, assigned to the buildings and grounds department, effective on 10/22/07 with probation ending 10/21/08, step 1, compensation in accordance with the negotiated agreement between CSEA and the BOE. Ryan Veety, probationary appointment as a network security analyst, assigned to the technology department, effective on 10/5/07 with probation ending 10/4/08, compensation at $61,800, with an annual salary increase in accordance with the negotiated agreement between CSEA and the BOE. Appointments

3 October 18, 2007 Page 3 Additional extracurricular appointments, compensation in accordance with the negotiated agreement between the MVTA and BOE as listed. List is attached to the official minutes in Central Office. Dr. Murray thanked Mr. Monahan for representing Minisink at the NYS personnel administrators conference. She said Mr. Monahan was a presenter and shared Minisink s online version of district handbook, which includes a compliance section. Mr. Monahan said the online version was well received by those in attendance. Mr. Michel reviewed the district s Inservice Academy catalog. He said the goal this year was to offer more online courses. Mr. Michel said the tech crew has been flexible with the times in which the different in-house courses are offered. This flexibility has allowed more faculty and staff to be involved in the academy. that the board of education, having reviewed the minutes of the Committee on Preschool Special Education held on September 26, 2007, pertaining to students # 20111, 19241, 20179, 20097, 20065, 20330, and arranges for student placement as determined by the Committee on Preschool Special Education. Compliance Training Curriculum CPSE A motion was made by Mr. Prokopchak, seconded by Mrs. Richichi, and unanimously carried that the board of education, having reviewed the minutes of the Committee on Special Education held on October 3, October 4, and October 9, 2007, pertaining to students #20234, 18979, 18500, 17155, 17049, 18535, 19840, 18407, 12269, 12565, 10281, 12584, 18764, 16315, 20131, 20297, 11848, 19870, 19247, 19397, and 19101, arranges for student placement as determined by the Committee on Special Education. Mrs. Zuclich reviewed the two programs used in the district to help identify students at risk for depression and destructive behaviors, TeenScreen and Dominic Interactive. CSE TeenScreen Dominic Inter. A motion was made by Mr. O Connor, seconded by Mr. Prokopchak and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, accepts the claims auditor s reports and approves the warrants for checks dated October 18, 2007 and for handdrawn checks in the month of September. Finance A motion was made by Mrs. Romanyschyn, seconded by Mr. Prokopchak and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, approves the Capital Fund warrant for checks issued in the month of September. A motion was made by Mr. Lenane, seconded by Mrs. Richichi, and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, approves a resolution authorizing the district to purchase a network printer, including the necessary installation, through the OU BOCES at a total base cost not to exceed $10, over the 36-month payment plan. A motion was made by Mr. O Connor, seconded by Mr. Prokopchak, and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, declares the following school vehicles, equipment, furniture, textbooks and miscellaneous goods surplus and valueless, to be disposed of in the most cost effective manner. List attached to the official minutes in central office. In the absence of the policy chairperson, Mrs. McDonald, Dr. Murray recommended that the policy regarding bullying be taken back to the committee for further review. Mr. Lenane reported on the buildings and grounds committee meeting held prior to the board meeting. He said the pole barn bids did not come in within the budget and that the district will be Policy Pole Barn and Bldg. &Grds.

4 October 18, 2007 Page 4 looking into constructing a pole barn made of material other than metal. Mr. Lenane said the committee also discussed site lighting and the change orders from ALL BRIGHT ELECTRIC. He said lighting is needed immediately in the parking lot near the baseball field. Mr. Lenane said that the concession stand will run by a generator for the homecoming game to insure that the lights will not go out during the game. He added that the football lights are in need of upgrading and repair. Dr. Murray said that a neighbor of the new elementary school called with concerns regarding the dust. She said she spoke with Mr. Lopez, who spoke with the neighbor to rectify this problem. He apologized for the inconvenience and said he will keep in constant contact with the neighbor should any concerns arise. President Crow announced that the audit committee was unable to accept prior minutes during the audit committee meeting. She asked for a motion to reconvene the audit committee meeting. to enter into open session of the audit committee. Otis. Elem. Audit that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, hereby acknowledges receipt of the audit report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007, along with the corresponding management letter, and authorizes the district to forward notification of this acknowledgement to the New York State Education Department and to other agencies that may require receipt of this resolution. A motion was made by Mr. Lenane, seconded by Mr. Prokopchak, to accept the audit committee minutes of July 14, 2007, July 12, 2007, and August 9, Motion fails. (4-4 abstentions Mr. O Connor, Mr. Rickard, Mrs. Romanyschyn, Mr. Vignola) A motion was made by Mrs. Romanyschyn, seconded by Mr. Rickard, and carried to accept the audit committee minutes of July 14, (6-2 abstentions, Mr. O Connor, Mr. Rickard) A motion was made by Mr. Lenane, seconded by Mrs. Richichi, and carried to accept the audit committee minutes of July 12, (5-3 abstentions, Mr. Rickard, Mrs. Romanyschyn, Mr. Vignola) A motion was made by Mr. Lenane, seconded by Mr. Prokopchak, and carried to accept the audit committee minutes of August 9, (6-2 abstentions, Mrs. Richichi, Mr. Vignola) A motion was made by Mr. O Connor, seconded by Mrs. Richichi, and unanimously carried to adjourn the audit committee meeting. Mr. Rickard reported on the Transportation Committee that had reviewed two stops. The committee is recommending that both stops remain as is. A motion was made by Mrs. Romanyschyn, seconded by Mr. Prokopchak and unanimously carried that the board of education accepts the transportation committee s recommendation as presented. A motion was made by Mr. O Connor, seconded by Mr. Lenane, and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, rescinds the motion, approved at the October 4, 2007 meeting of the board of education, regarding the capital project referendum set for December 4, Trans. EXCEL

5 October 18, 2007 Page 5 Dr. Murray asked to schedule a date to walk through the new building. That date has been set for October 24, 2007, at 5:00 PM. Mr. Vignola reported that he had attended the inaugural fall concert at the high school directed by Mr. Izzo. He said there are 277 students in chorus and that this is a tribute to the program. He said in five short weeks the students progress was excellent. Mr. Vignola said that Mr. Izzo commented on the support of the community and thanked them and the board of education for adding the new music position. Mr. Izzo said the impact of the new person has made a big difference in the department. Mrs. Crow added that the quality and level of performance of the chorus was incredible. Otis. Elem. District Events A motion was made by Mrs. Richichi, seconded by Mr. Lenane and unanimously carried that the board of education, upon recommendation of the superintendent, enters into executive session at 10:32 PM to discuss a matter of contract negotiations with the CSEA, and the employment histories of particular employees. During executive session, the board of education discussed a matter of contract negotiations with the CSEA, and the employment histories of particular employees. A motion was made by Mr. O Connor, seconded by Mrs. Richichi and unanimously carried to resume public session at 11:13 PM. There being no further business to come before the board, a motion was made by Mr. O Connor, seconded by Mrs. Romanyschyn and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 11:13 PM. Exec. Session Adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Deborah L. Roda District Clerk