Minutes – Regular Business Meeti

Meeting was called to order at 6:03 PM by Roderick O. Dressel Jr., Board President.

Superintendent Rice was appointed as Clerk Pro Tempore for this portion of the meeting.

Motion made by David Dukler and seconded by Laura Walls that the Board of SESSION

The Public Meeting was called to order at 7:13 PM by Roderick Dressel Jr., Board President.

ADDENDUM

PERSONNEL

ADD:

12.9 Extension of Probationary Term for Instructional Employee

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools and Board President are hereby authorized to sign an Agreement extending the probationary term of David Frisina, a mathematics tenure area probationary employee, through June 30, 2009, as recommended by Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools.

NEW BUSINESS

Insert Election Results in existing New Business Item 14.3 as follows:

14.3 Request for Approval to Accept the Results of the Election/Budget Vote Held on May 20, 2008

Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education approve the following resolution:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the New Paltz Central School District accept the voting results

of the election held on May 20, 2008 as follows:

Proposition #1

“Shall the Board of Education of the New Paltz Central School District be authorized to expend $48,193,000.00 which will be required for school district purposes for the year July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009 (The Budget), and to levy the necessary tax therefor?”

YES: 896 NO: 471

Candidates Votes

Steve Greenfield 867

Michael Swigart 620

Patrick Rausch 795

Total votes cast by machine = 1460; absentee ballots = 29

ADD:

14.5 Request for Approval to Establish Student Scholarship – Cora Bennett-LeFevre Scholarship

Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education approve the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby approve the establishment of the Cora Bennett-LeFevre Scholarship in the amount of $250.00 to a graduating senior who has demonstrated a passion for the fine and/or performing arts and is eager to continue their education to promote this passion in others

ADDENDUM continued on next page.

ADDENDUM (continued)

14.6 Request for Approval to Establish Student Scholarship – Alicia Quintana Music Scholarship

Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education approve the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby approve the establishment of the Alicia Quintana Music Scholarship in the amount of $500.00 to a graduating senior who is fascinated by the world of music, has participated in the music/theatre program at the New Paltz High School and wishes to pursue music as a career.

Motion made by David Dukler and seconded by Laura Walls to accept the agenda as amended by the Addendum.

Motion carried 6 – 0 with 6 members voting. (Michael Swigart stepped out of the room.)

President Dressel introduced Anna Flores-Amper and congratulated her on being named this year’s Valedictorian. He presented her with a Certificate of Recognition on behalf of the Board of Education. Ms. Flores-Amper spoke of her plans for the future as a student at Yale University. Cassandra LaRussa, Salutatorian, was unable to attend the meeting. A certificate will be sent to her in recognition of her accomplishments.

Michelle Birch reported on events at the high school. She commented on the excellence of student grades and the successes of many students in being accepted to outstanding institutions of higher learning. She attributed this success to the AP courses being offered to New Paltz students.

Ø SUPERINTENDENT COMMENTS – Superintendent Rice thanked Principal Barbara Clinton for her part in creating an environment of excellence in education at the high school, making New Paltz High School one of the top 5% schools in the nation and 22^nd in New York State. New Paltz is the only high school in Ulster, Orange and Dutchess Counties that is one of the nation’s top schools. Mrs. Rice went on to thank the Board of Education for approving a budget which puts money into what works for all children. She also thanked the public for passing the budget yesterday. She expressed congratulations to Patrick Rausch and Steve Greenfield for being elected to three year terms on the board.

Ø AIS/RTI PROGRAM PLAN – Superintendent Rice provided the Board with a PowerPoint presentation on the Response to Intervention Program being implemented by the district. The concept is to intervene before a child fails.

Ø BUDGET VOTE - Mrs. Rice provided the board with statistics regarding the budget vote over the past five years, making specific mention of the number of no votes versus yes votes. This year the budget passed with approximately a two to one vote in favor of the budget.

Ø BUDGET & ELECTION RESULTS – Members discussed the budget vote and noted the generosity of the public in passing the budget this year and in the past. It was agreed that the board needs to be mindful of the impact of the budget on the public and the need to be careful in spending the taxpayers’ money.

Ø MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY – President Dressel commented on the Memorial Day Program which has been conducted by middle school students over the past six years. Mrs. Rice was the keynote speaker this year with students contributing speeches and music.

Ø FACILITIES COMMITTEE – Rod Dressel reported on the meeting held on May 14. The septic system at Duzine was discussed. Duzine is in the Town but there is no municipal service as yet. Many systems in that area are failing. There was discussion at the Facilities Committee meeting about putting in a system which will benefit residents of the area. A meeting will be held by the Town with Federal people regarding this issue and the possibility of a grant being obtained to fix the problem. EXCEL projects were discussed as was the walk through of the middle school building by companies interested in submitting a Request for Proposal (RFP). RFP’s are due by 3:00 PM this Friday. The next meeting will be held on May 27^th at the District Office to review the RFP’s. Executive Session interviews will take place with the entire board after the committee reviews the submissions.

Ø COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE – David Dukler complimented the Facilities Committee for their hard work. Communications Committee is waiting for applications for the Health Advisory Committee.

Ø AUDIT COMMITTEE – Michael Swigart reported that the committee met four times in the past two weeks. Internal Risk Assessment will be completed in the near future.

Ø HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE – Don Kerr will give an end of year report in June.

BE IT RESOLVED that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education accept the minutes of the

Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby accept the resignation of Steven Graf with over 33 years of service to the district for purposes of retirement:

Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent, does hereby approve the appointment of the following long term substitute instructional employee with remuneration as per NPUT contract:

Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent, does hereby extend the appointment dates of the following long term substitute instructional employees with remuneration as per NPUT contract:

Recommendation that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent, does hereby appoint the following instructional substitute at a per diem rate for the 2007/2008 school year:

Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby approve the resignation of the following instructional employee:

Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby appoint the following:

Recommendation – that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby extend the appointment of the following non-instructional employees for an additional 20 days in anticipation of fingerprinting clearance.

Recommendation – that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby approve the following salary for the 2008-2009 school year.

14.1 Request for Approval of Committee on Special Education Recommendations and Student Placements

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the following Committee on Special Education (CSE) and Committee on Pre-School Special Education (CPSE) recommendations and student placements: 10637, 10650, 10141, 10677, 9911, 9827, 10826, 10742, 9913, 10332, 10718, 10468, 9890, 8275, 10582, 10135, 10583, 10581, 9458, 10080, 1040B, 1038B, 10935, 10139, 8161, 10522, 10770, 2000B,10115, 10938, 10416, 10030, 10417, 10892, 9123, 9986, 10386, 10592, 10707, 9623, 10516, 10515, 10845, 10081, 10032, 10962, 9066, 8036, 10277, 9064, 8805, 6056, 10598, 2573, 864, 10180, 869, 6994, 8840, 10551, 1422, 7084, 9874, 4917, 1306, 9334, 6043, 8939, 610, 1328, 2142, 76.

Laura Walls and David Dukler volunteered to review IEP’s for Board approval in the near future. They will contact Connie Hayes to make arrangements to receive the materials for review.

14.2 Request for Approval of Release & Settlement Agreement for Student No. 6166

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education does hereby approve the terms of a Release and Settlement Agreement involving Student Number 6166; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Superintendent of Schools is hereby authorized to execute such Release and Settlement Agreement on behalf of the District.

14.3 Request for Approval to Accept the Results of the Election/Budget Vote Held on May 20, 2008

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the New Paltz Central School District accept the voting results

14.4 Request for Approval of Budgetary Transfer to Cover Additional Cost of Fuel

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby approve the following budgetary transfer:

14.5 Request for Approval to Establish Student Scholarship – Cora Bennett-LeFevre Scholarship

14.6 Request for Approval to Establish Student Scholarship – Alicia Quintana Music Scholarship

Motion made by Laura Walls and seconded by Patrick Rausch that the Treasurer’s Report for

Election – Edgar Rodriguez commented on the need for an orientation process to begin for newly elected board member, Steve Greenfield. Mrs. Rice indicated that materials are being gathered and compiled at present for that purpose. There will also be a retreat in July for all board members.

Teen Voting – David Dukler expressed his desire to research whether or not teens who are of voting age are voting in the school election/budget vote. Edgar Rodriguez volunteered to do research in this area.