RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK CENTRAL SCHOOL
SELKIRK, NEW YORK
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The Board of Education meeting will be held on Monday, October 29, 2007 6:00 P.M. Board of Education Meeting
6:00 P.M. Anticipated - Executive Session
Employment History of Particular Individuals
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Mr. Bonafide P |
At 6:01 p.m., Vice President Elliott called the meeting to order.
At 6:02 p.m., on a motion by Mr. Vadney, seconded by Mr. Hughes, and approved by a unanimous voice vote, the BOE went into executive session to discuss an individual contract, letters received by the BOE, the employment history of individuals, grievances update, and to discuss personnel issues.
The BOE returned to open session at 7:01 p.m.
Other present: V. Wright, Superintendent; D. Albano, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction; G. Chase, Admin for HR/Clerk; D. Shaw, Attorney (7:37 p.m.)
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Ms. Elliott P |
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Ms. Hafensteiner P |
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Mr. Hughes P |
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Mr. Sorensen P |
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Mrs. Traver P |
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Mr. Vadney P
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Mr. Varney P (6:41 pm) |
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Ms. Puckett P |
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AGENDA ITEMS |
ACTION TAKEN |
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1. Call to Order -Pledge of Allegiance
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2. Moment of Silence
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3. Anticipated Executive Session – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
4. Additions/Deletions to Agenda since Thursday mailing
Delete 9.1 and 9.2 as shown. Replace with 9.1 as follows:
Be it resolved that the Board hereby accepts the final audit report and management letter presented by the District’s independent external auditor regarding budget proceedings for the 2006-2007 school year; and
Be it further resolved that the Board hereby rescinds a previous resolution 9.1, approved at its October 15, 2007 meeting that accepted an earlier version of said report and management letter.
11.1.7 Change daily pay rate: $7,816.50 to $40.50
12.3.1 and 12.3.2 Add “for General Funds”
12.3.5 Change Rockland County to Albany County
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11.1.18 Be it resolved that the Superintendent recommends that the Board of Education approve the change of maternity leave approved at the September 10, 2007 Board of Education meeting for Jennifer Scally Dorrance from November 5, 2007 to October 29, 2007 as per attached. Her return date is expected to be January 5, 2008.
11.1.19 Be it resolved that the Superintendent recommends that the Board of Education approve the appointment of James Leonardo as a regular substitute in the area of Secondary Social Studies, for the maternity leave of Jennifer Scally Dorrance, as per the attached Appointment Data Sheet. |
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5. Approval of Minutes 5.1 Approve the minutes of the October 15, 2007 Board of Education meeting.
Motion to approve by Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Vadney.
Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
5.2 Approve the minutes of the October 22, 2007 Board of Education meeting.
Motion to approve by Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Vadney.
Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
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6. Awards, Honors & Recognitions |
None |
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7. Special Reports 7.1 Independent Audit Report – West & Co. Mike Rossi presented 7.2 Audit Committee meeting of October 22, 2007 and agenda for meeting scheduled on November 26 – Sarah Hafensteiner review of Mike Loomis report from 10/22 7.3 Update from Elizabeth Santa Barbara, MS Principal spoke regarding Value Added 7.4 Update from C&I- Jeff Sorensen 7.5 Update from Elaine Dykeman, CSE Supervisor; Binnie Chriss talked about HS Adaptive Art course. 7.6 Update from Buildings & Grounds meeting on October 23, 2007- Cindi Elliott and John Vadney Discussion regarding Bus Garage and District Office 7.7 Fiscal Oversight/New Member Orientation Report- Jeff Sorensen, Tracy Traver 7.8 Update on Community Associated MRSA
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8. Hearings & Petitions
BOE discussion regarding the timing of the Hearings and Petitions portion of the meeting.
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9. Old Business
9.1 Be it resolved that the Board hereby accepts the final audit report and management letter presented by the District’s independent external auditor regarding budget proceedings for the 2006-2007 school year; and
Be it further resolved that the Board hereby rescinds a previous resolution 9.1, approved at its October 15, 2007 meeting that accepted an earlier version of said report and management letter.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
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10. Policy Adoption/Review
10.1 Second Reading of Policy #4310.1
Second reading.
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11. New Business
11.1 Personnel Considerations The following personnel actions are contingent upon each individual successfully completing fingerprinting unless otherwise stated:
11.1.1 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the probationary appointment of Darcy Hunter to Transportation Dispatcher effective October 17, 2007 as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.2 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the appointment of Donna Bennett to fill the 5 hour per day temporary food service worker position at A. W. Becker effective September 24, 2007 as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.3 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the resignation of Amanda Latter as Head Lifeguard effective September 20, 2007 as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.4 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the resignation of Keith Brozean as part time Morning Lifeguard effective November 5, 2007 as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.5 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the appointment of Keith Brozean to Head Lifeguard replacing Amanda Latter effective November 5, 2007 as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.6 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the staff changes in the Aquatics Department as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.7 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the appointment of Tina Sisson to a probationary bus monitor position effective September 24, 2007 as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.8 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the deletions and additions to the 2007-2008 Co-Curricular Assignment at the middle school as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.9 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the individual contract for David Burns, Aquatics Director, effective July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008 as per attached contract.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.10 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the individual contract for Kevin Williams, Head Bus Driver, effective July 11, 2007 through June 30, 2008 as per attached contract.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.11 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the individual contract for Eugene Doane, the Director of Operations & Maintenance, effective July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008 as per attached contract.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.12 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the individual contract for Greg Chase, Human Resources Administrator effective August 13, 2007 through June 30, 2009.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.13 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the additions to the substitute teacher list for the 2007-08 school year as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.14 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approves the additions to the non-teaching substitute list for the 2007-08 school year as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.15 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approves the appointment of Jeff Clemens as Interim Purchasing Agent from October 29, 2007 to the close of business on November 19, 2007.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.16 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approves Mike Varney to sign payroll checks in lieu of the treasurer in case of his/her absence or inability (31st Edition School Law 2:108 p.60)
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.17 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approves Rosemary Coons for the extra work opportunity clerical support at the District Office effective October 24 , 2007 as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.18 Be it resolved that the Superintendent recommends that the Board of Education approve the change of maternity leave approved at the September 10, 2007 Board of Education meeting for Jennifer Scally Dorrance from November 5, 2007 to October 29, 2007 as per attached. Her return date is expected to be January 5, 2008.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.1.19 Be it resolved that the Superintendent recommends that the Board of Education approve the appointment of James Leonardo as a regular substitute in the area of Secondary Social Studies, for the maternity leave of Jennifer Scally Dorrance, as per the attached Appointment Data Sheet.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.2.1 Recommendations of the Committee on Pre-school Special Education As a result of its meetings on October 3, 2007 the Committee on Special Education recommends approval of the IEP’s of 6 students located in the CPSE recommendation binder.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
11.2.2 Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education. As a result of the meetings on September 25, October 5, 9, 10, 2007 the Committee on Special Education recommends approval of the IEP’s of 12 students located in the CSE recommendation binder.
Motion to approve by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes.
Puckett-Y, Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
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12.3 BUSINESS CONSIDERATIONS
12.3.1 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education receive the July 2007 Treasurer’s reports for review only. (Approval scheduled for the next BOE meeting.)
12.3.2 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education receive the August 2007 Treasurer’s reports for review only. (Approval scheduled for the next BOE meeting.)
12.3.3 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the consulting agreement between Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk CSD and EINNOC Educational Enterprises for model literacy lessons and workshop for Pre-K staff as per attached and authorizes the Board President to sign said contract.
Motion to approve by Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mrs. Traver.
Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
12.3.4 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the assignment with OfficeTeam, subject to a final language review and agreement of the school attorney, for staff to assist accounts payable at $20.16 per hour per diem beginning October 17, 2007 through to October 23, 2007 as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mrs. Traver.
Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
12.3.5 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education accept Bond Resolution, dated October 29, 2007, authorizing the issuance of $2,353,243 aggregate principal amount of serial bonds of the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School District, New York, to finance the costs of the construction, reconstruction and renovation of school buildings, including cost incidental thereto as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mrs. Traver.
Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
12.3.6 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the 403b Vendor List doc; as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mrs. Traver.
Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
12.3.7 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the 403 (b) contract exchange resolution.docx as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mrs. Traver.
Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
12.3.8 Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education approve the emergency Transportation Contract by and between Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk CSD and Coxsackie Transport for service to begin October 24, 2007 and to end November 21, 2007 and authorizes the Superintendent and Board President to sign said contract as per attached.
Motion to approve by Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mrs. Traver.
Sorensen-Y, Traver-Y, Vadney-Y, Bonafide-Y, Elliott-Y, Hafensteiner-Y, Hughes-Y, Puckett-Y, Varney-Y
Motion approved 9-0.
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13. Suggested Topics for Upcoming Meetings
November § Continued Policy Review § Corrective Action Plan – Independent Audit § Instructional Goals- 2nd Meeting § Board/District Goals § Report from Superintendents Cabinet-Bullying
December § Board of Education Workshop-Philosophy of long range Board/District Goals
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14.*Information Item/Discussion
14.1 Discussion of Open Community Discussion Night- Nov. 7, 2007 14.2 Discussion Regarding the December 3, 2007 meeting
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15.*Upcoming Activities/Events of Interest
October 30, 2007 – Parent Conferences – Gr. K-8 – Early Dismissal October 30, 2007 – GCMEA Fall All County Music Festival – Coxsackie-Athens November 1, 2007 - GCMEA Fall All County Music Festival – Coxsackie-Athens November 1, 2007 – Finance Committee Meeting – 6:00 P.M. November 5, 2007 - Next Board of Ed. Mtg. – High School – 6 P.M. November 19, 2007- Workshop Session at 5:45 P.M. with Leadership Team at P.B. Coeymans re: Field Trips/Fund Raising November 26, 2007 – Audit Committee – 6 P.M.-HS Media Center November 27, 2007 – Buildings & Grounds Committee-6:00 P.M.
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16.Executive Session At 9:16 p.m., on a motion by Ms. Hafensteiner, seconded by Mr. Vadney, the BOE went into executive session to discuss the employment history of a particular individual and matters of attorney/client privilege. This was approved by a voce vote with Mr. Bonafide and Mr. Hughes dissenting and Ms. Puckett abstaining. At 10:05 P.M. Ms. Wright was elected Clerk pro tem on a motion by Ms. Elliott, seconded by Mr. Vadney and approved by a unanimous voice vote. (as Dr. Albano and Mr. Chase left the meeting at 9:44 P.M.).
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17. Adjournment At 10:07 P.M. on a motion by Mr. Bonafide, seconded by Mr. Hughes, and approved by a unanimous voice vote, the meeting was adjourned. |
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Respectfully submitted by_____________________________________
Greg Chase-BOE Clerk