Minutes – Regular Business Meeting – Board of Education – New Paltz Central High School – June 17, 2009 – 7:00 PM
CALL MEETING TO ORDER CALL TO ORDER
Meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by David Dukler, Board President.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: QUORUM CHECK
Roderick Dressel Jr.
David Dukler
Kathleen Tobin Flusser
Steven Greenfield
Don Kerr
Patrick Rausch
Edgar Rodriguez
ALSO PRESENT: Maria Rice, Superintendent of Schools
David Shaw, Attorney for the District (arrived 6:04, left at 7:03)
Steve Latino, Attorney for the District (arrived 6:55 PM)
Linda Sutton, NPUT Grievance Chair (arrived 6:31, left 6:55)
Rachel Busher, NPUT President (arrived 6:31, left 6:55)
ROLL CALL
The roll was called as reflected above.
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
EXECUTIVE SESSION EXECUTIVE
Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by Steve Greenfield that the Board of SESSION
Education move into Executive Session at 6:04 PM for the purpose of discussing the
employment history of particular individuals, contract negotiations, discussing negotiations
with a firm/company, discussing a grievance under the Taylor Law, and receiving legal
advice from the district’s attorneys.
Motion carried 7 - 0 with 7 members voting.
Out of Executive Session - Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by
Patrick Rausch that the Board return to Public Session at 7:12 PM.
Motion carried 7 - 0 with 7 members voting.
SECOND EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion made by Steve Greenfield and seconded y Kathleen Tobin Flusser that the Board of
Education move back into Executive Session at 7:13 PM for the purpose of discussing negotiations
with a firm/company.
Out of Executive Session – Motion made by Edgar Rodriguez and seconded by Rod
Dressel that the Board of Education return to Public Session at 7:17 PM
CALL TO ORDER CALL TO ORDER
The Public Meeting was called to order at 7:25 PM by David Dukler, Board President.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: QUORUM CHECK
Roderick Dressel Jr.
David Dukler
Kathleen Tobin Flusser
Steven Greenfield
Don Kerr
Patrick Rausch
Edgar Rodriguez
ALSO PRESENT: Maria Rice, Superintendent of Schools
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The roll was called as reflected above.
AGENDA CHANGES AGENDA
President Dukler presented the following Addendum:
CHANGES
PERSONNEL
CHANGE:
8.6 Non-Union Personnel Salaries for 2009-2010 (Change as follows)
Richard Linden FROM: $167,780 TO: $168,180
Michael Robinson FROM: $ 83,840 TO: $ 84,050
ADD:
8.7 Summer School Principal Appointment
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 employee as Summer School Principal:
Meryle Lederer Stipend $7,000
8.8 Instructional Resignation
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:
Wren K. Rzepnicki Teaching Assistant Effective 7/1/09
8.9 Lenape Spring Concert Chaperones & Accompanist
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 chaperones and accompanist for the 2009 Lenape Spring Concert:
Carol Losee Accompanist $100.00
Melanie Wolfrun Chaperone $25.00
Lori Cozzolino Chaperone $25.00
Meryle Lederer Chaperone $25.00
Suzanne Seaholm Chaperone $25.00
Jenny Knotek Chaperone $25.00
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 instructional employee to the following Advisorship for the 2008-2009 school year, with remuneration as per NPUT contract:
Beth Lazzaro International Foods Club
Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by Rod Dressel that the Board of
Education accept the agenda as amended.
Motion carried 7 – 0 with 7 members voting.
RECOGNITION – AWARDING OF TENURE & RETIREES
Motion made by Patrick Rausch and seconded by Kathleen Tobin Flusser that the Board of
Education approve items 4.1 Tenure Recommendations and 4.2 Instructional Resignation.
4.1 Tenure Recommendations
Recommendation – that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby grant tenure to the following instructional employees:
Name Tenure Area Effective Date
Joanna |
Arkans |
School Library/Media Specialist |
6/30/09 |
Luke |
Biffar |
Elementary |
8/31/09 |
Suzanne |
Bowers |
Teaching Assistant |
6/30/09 |
Arielle |
Chiger |
Elementary |
8/31/09 |
Michele |
Favale |
Elementary |
8/31/09 |
Barbara |
Hastie |
Coordinator of Special Education |
8/6/09 |
Connie |
Hayes |
Assistant Superintendent |
10/15/09 |
Sarah |
Holbrook |
Special Education |
8/31/09 |
Denise |
Hoyt |
Special Education |
8/31/09 |
Alexandra |
MacKinnon |
Social Studies |
9/24/09 |
Joann |
Martin |
School Library/Media Specialist |
6/30/09 |
Joel B. |
Neden |
English |
6/30/09 |
Kathryn |
Neuss |
Special Education |
8/31/09 |
Kathleen |
Nugent |
Science |
8/31/09 |
Janice |
Pallus |
Teaching Assistant |
6/30/09 |
Kathryn |
Pines |
School Counselor |
6/30/09 |
Mark |
Pizzarello |
Technology |
6/30/09 |
Meredith |
Ventimiglia |
Elementary |
6/30/09 |
4.2 Instructional Resignation – Purpose of Retirement
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:
Susan Richmann Special Education Teacher Effective 7/1/09
Motion to approve Personnel Items 4.1 and 4.2 carried 7 – 0 with 7 members voting.
President Dukler read the names of those instructional employees who have been granted tenure. Vice President Don Kerr read the names of retirees who are being recognized this evening.
Recognition of Retirees
Name Title
Alice Barclay School Bus Driver
Naomi A. Berchielli Teacher Aide
Bruce P. DuBois School Bus Driver
Stephanie L. Giammatteo Principal
Charleen M. Gottschalk Special Education Teacher
Steven L. Graf Assistant Director of Facilities & Operations
Judy Van Houten Teacher
Martha Koenig School Bus Driver
Kathleen H. Mironchik Typist
Jean-Claude Telson School Bus Driver
Susan Richmann Special Education Teacher
Plaques and cards were presented to each retiree by President David Dukler on behalf of the Board of Education. Vice President Don Kerr gifted each of the retirees with a flowering potted plant. In addition, gifts of student artwork were presented to each of the retirees.
All employees being granted tenure this evening were gifted with a flowering potted plant by Mr. Kerr.
Recognition of Retiring Board of Education Members
President Dressel presented each of the following board members with plaques in honor of their retirement from the Board of Education:
Roderick Dressel
Laura Walls
BRIEF RECEPTION TO HONOR TENURED TEACHERS & RETIREES FOLLOWED IN THE LOBBY
PUBLIC COMMENTS PUBLIC
COMMENTS
None
BOARD COMMUNICATIONS
MINUTES OF MEETING
Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by Rod Dressel that the Board of
Education approve the following resolution:
MINUTES
5/27/09, 6/3/09
BE IT RESOLVED that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education accept the minutes of the
Special Meeting of May 27, 2009 and the Regular Workshop Meeting of June 3, 2009.
Motion carried 7 - 0 with 7 members voting.
PERSONNEL (CONSENT AGENDA) PERSONNEL
Motion made by Patrick Rausch and seconded by Don Kerr that the Board of
Education approve the following personnel (consent agenda) resolutions:
8.1 Instructional Probationary Appointment
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 instructional employee on a probationary basis with remuneration as per NPUT contract.
Catherine Wanko School Psychologist Effective 7/1/09 – 2/3/11 MA, Step 3 $64,060
8.2 Instructional Substitute Appointments - Certified
Recommendation that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent, does hereby appoint the following certified substitute teachers at a per diem rate of $100 for the 2008-2009 school year:
Matthew Fisher
Lisa Marie Cutroni
8.3 Instructional Substitute Appointments - Uncertified
Recommendation that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent, does hereby appoint the following uncertified substitute teachers at a per diem rate of $80 for the 2008-2009 school year:
Rebecca Kachmor
Amanda Gardner
Paul J. Swiatocha
Mary Jo Martin
Janine L. Williams
8.4 Non-Instructional Appointments
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:
Name Title Effective Date Salary Hours
Charlie Rodriguez Custodial Worker (Step 1) 6/18/09 $27,710 /yr as per contract
(pro-rated)
Michele Herter Substitute Custodial Worker 7/01/09 $11.00/hr as needed
Amelia Suttle Substitute Teacher Aide 6/5/09 $9.75/hr as needed
Jennifer Carrillo Substitute Teacher Aide 6/4/09 $9.75/hr as needed
Jennifer Carrillo Substitute School Monitor 6/4/09 $8.75/hr as needed
8.5 Non-Instructional Leave of Absence – Change to Effective Date
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 change in the effective date of an approved unpaid leave of absence for the following non-instructional employee:
Judy Quinn School Bus Attendant From To
2/12/09-6/25/09 2/12/09-5/28/09
8.6 Non-Union Personnel Salaries for 2009-2010
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 salaries for Non-Union Personnel for the 2009-2010 School Year as follows:
Debora Banner $148,200
Leigh Benton $ 50,540
Stephen Callahan $ 80,730
Kathleen Clark-Simmons $ 87,560
Barbara Hastie $ 87,560
Connie Hayes $118,500
Richard Linden $168,180
Bill Richers $102,120
Mike Robinson $ 84,050
Maureen Ryan $ 81,320
Jennifer Chase $ 36,410
Walter Earl $ 36,210
Susan Hitchcock $ 42,860
Cheryl Pettus $ 56,510
Ann Stickel $ 39,450
Jesse Sutton Jr. $ 63,100
Maria Urquidi $ 54,590
Ann Cunniff $ 34,640
Thelma Gill $ 49,970
Melody Kajkowski $ 50,750
Deborah Long $ 46,340
Tina Long $ 47,680
Marianne Moline $ 33,990
Carol Robinson $ 68,960
Star Shirk $ 56,070
Beverly Sickler $ 72,730
Melissa VanVliet $ 39,250
8.7 Summer School Principal Appointment
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 employee as Summer School Principal:
Meryle Lederer Stipend $7,000
8.8 Instructional Resignation
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:
Wren K. Rzepnicki Teaching Assistant Effective 7/1/09
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 chaperones and accompanist for the 2009 Lenape Spring Concert:
Carol Losee Accompanist $100.00
Melanie Wolfrun Chaperone $25.00
Lori Cozzolino Chaperone $25.00
Meryle Lederer Chaperone $25.00
Suzanne Seaholm Chaperone $25.00
Jenny Knotek Chaperone $25.00
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 instructional
employee to the following advisorship for the 2008-2009 school year, with remuneration as per NPUT contract:
Beth Lazzaro International Foods Club
MOTION carried 7 - 0 with 7 members voting.
OLD BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS
Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by Kathleen Tobin Flusser that the Board of
Education approve the following resolution:
9.1 Request for Approval to Appoint Steve Greenfield as Contact Person for the NYSSBA Resolutions Committee
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education designate Steven Greenfield as the contact person to the New York State School Boards Resolution Committee to speak on behalf of the Board of Education and to be empowered to modify the resolution approved by this board on June 3, 2009 based on the suggestions of the Resolutions Committee, if Steve Greenfield agrees to the suggestions from the Resolutions Committee. Steve Greenfield must be available on July 6, 2009 between 9 AM and 5 PM to respond to any questions from the Resolutions Committee.
Discussion followed. Steve Greenfield suggested that there be a friendly amendment to this resolution to add the following wording:
“In addition, the Board of Education approves a language change to amend the original resolution of June 3, 2009 by incorporating the word “purchase” in place of “acquisition”.
Don Kerr and Kathleen Tobin Flusser who made the motion agreed to accept the friendly amendment. Discussion followed. Rod Dressel expressed opposition to amending the resolution since he was opposed to the original resolution passed on June 3, 2009. Patrick Rausch also opposed the amendment due to the fact that the Two Meeting Rule has not been followed. Discussion continued.
Don Kerr withdrew his support for the friendly amendment. David Dukler called the question and members voted on the resolution in its original form.
Motion carried 7 – 0 with 7 member voting.
NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS
Motion made by Rod Dressel and seconded by Steve Greenfield that the Board of
Education approve the following resolution:
CSE & CPSE PLACEMENTS
10.1 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: 8410, 8876, 597, 1688, 1180, 1306, 11252, 9968, 1275, 8036, 5930, 1735, 4820, 727, 8140, 1811, 207, 8870, 9101, 10932, 1086B, 11337, 9151, 1084B, 1073B, 1097B, 1094B, 1078B, 1077B, 1083B, 9907.
Motion carried 7 – 0 with 7 members voting.
Motion made by Rod Dressel and seconded by Don Kerr that the Board of
Education approve the following resolution:
TRANSFET FUNDS FOR EXCEL
POSTPONED UNTIL JULY 1, 2009
Recommendation – that the following resolution be approved: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approve the following budgetary transfer to the Capital Fund for the local portion of the EXCEL Project approved by the voters on May 15, 2007.
To |
A9950900 |
Transfer to Capital Fund |
$1,132,968 |
|
From |
A9060800 |
Health Insurance |
$284,000 |
|
A9020800 |
TRS |
$266,000 |
||
A9010800 |
ERS |
$32,000 |
||
A1910400 |
Insurance |
$37,300 |
||
A5510412 |
Insurance |
$30,000 |
||
A1620403 |
Fuel Oil |
$192,000 |
||
A5530403 |
Fuel Oil |
$62,000 |
||
A162140608 |
DO Project |
$60,000 |
||
A1420411 |
Other Legal |
$18,000 |
||
A5510451 |
Diesel Fuel-Buses |
$78,000 |
||
A5540400 |
Contract Transportation |
$20,000 |
||
A2110490.583.00X |
BOCES - Tenure Culture |
$28,000 |
||
A1930400 |
Judgments & Claims |
$13,668 |
||
A1430490.615.00X |
BOCES - Ads |
$12,000 |
||
TOTALS |
$1,132,968 |
$1,132,968 |
Discussion followed. Mr. Linden was asked to elaborate on all of the options available to the board. Discussion continued as members asked questions of Ms. Rice and Mr. Linden. Members discussed postponing action on this resolution until July 1 to decide whether to put money in the Capital Reserve Fund or use for the EXCEL Project. Postponement was also suggested so that the board would be in compliance with the Two Meeting Rule.
POSTPONED ACTION TO TRANSFER FUNDS
Motion made by Patrick Rausch and seconded by Don Kerr that the Board postpone action on this resolution until the
July 1, 2009 meeting of the Board of Education
Motion carried 6 – 1 (Rod Dressel) with 7 members voting.
Mr. Linden will create a chart showing cost, immediate benefit, and unrecognized cost in preparation for the July 1, 2009 meeting. Ms. Flusser asked that the board establish parameters for the Two Meeting Rule.
NEW BUSINESS (CONSENT AGENDA FOR ITEMS 10.3 THROUGH 10.8)
Motion made by Steve Greenfield and seconded by Don Kerr that the Board of
Education approve the following New Business items 10.3 through 10.8 as a
Consent Agenda.
JOINT BIDDING WITH MONROE 2-ORLEANS BOCES
10.3 Request for Approval to Participate in Joint Bidding with Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES
WHEREAS, it is the plan of a number of Public School Districts, other BOCES organizations, and the Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES (the “BOCES”) during the 2009-2010 school year to bid jointly for the purchase of various types of computers and technology commodities (the “Commodities”); and
WHEREAS, the New Paltz Central School District (“the School District”) is desirous of participating in the joint bidding of the Commodities, as authorized by General Municipal Law, Article 5-G; and
WHEREAS, this Board of Education has received and reviewed the Cooperative Bid Procedures (“the Procedures”) governing its rights and responsibilities should it elect to participate in the joint bidding of the Commodities;
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby appoints the superintendent or designee to represent it in all matters related above; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in accordance with Cooperative Bid Procedures the Board of Education agrees to award bid item purchases according to the recommendations of the BOCES if such award is in the best interest of the school district.
10.4 Request for Approval to Fund 2009-2011 Agreement with New Paltz Administrators’ Association
Recommendation – that the Board of Education approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education hereby approves the funding of the 2009-2011 Collectively Negotiated Agreement between the District and the New Paltz Administrators’ Association, as presented to the Board at this meeting, pursuant to the requirement of Section 204-a of the New York State Civil Service Law.
10.5 Request for Approval of Contract with the Town of Gardiner for School Bus Usage
Recommendation - that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of Maria C. Rice, Superintendent of Schools, does hereby approve the 2009-2010 Summer Recreation Transportation Agreement with the Town of Gardiner for the use of district buses at a reimbursement rate of $2.42 per mile.
10.6 Request for Approval of Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement with Communication Workers of America
Recommendation – that the Board of Education approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board hereby approves the terms of and authorizes its Superintendent of Schools to execute a Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement dated June 5, 2009 between the Communications Workers of America, Head Custodial, Custodial Maintenance Unit, Grounds and School Bus Mechanics and the New Paltz Central School District, regarding the calculation of overtime and the District’s contribution to the Welfare Benefit Trust as presented to the Board at this meeting. A copy of said Agreement shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.”
10.7 Request for Approval of Stipulation of Settlement and Supplemental MOA with Communication Workers of America
Recommendation – that the Board of Education approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board hereby approves the terms of and authorizes its Superintendent of Schools to execute a Stipulation of Settlement and Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement dated June 5, 2009 between the Communications Workers of America, Head Custodial, Custodial Maintenance Unit, Grounds and School Bus Mechanics and the New Paltz Central School District, regarding the resolution of CP-1177 and attendant modifications to the salary schedule and Recognition Clause in the Collectively Negotiated Agreement between the District and the Union, as presented to the Board at this meeting. A copy of said Agreement shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.”
10.8 Request for Approval of Health & Welfare Contract – Highland Central School District 2008-2009
Recommendation – that the following resolution be approved: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approve the Health and Welfare Contract, forwarded under separate cover, for Highland Central School District for a total amount of $16,183.00 for the 2008-2009 school year for 25 children who are residents in the New Paltz Central School District attending a school in the Highland Central School District.
Motion carried 6 – 1 (Patrick Rausch) with 7 members voting.
FINANCIAL REPORTS FINANCIAL REPORTS
Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by Steve Greenfield that the Treasurer’s Report for
May 2009 and Budget Transfer Schedule #10 May 2009 be approved.
Motion carried 7 – 0 with 7 members voting.
OTHER DISCUSSION OTHER DISCUSSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS PUBLIC
COMMENT
None
EXECUTIVE SESSION EXECUTIVE
SESSION
Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by Steve Greenfield to move into
Executive Session at 10:25 PM to discuss contract negotiation
Motion carried 7 - 0 with 7 members voting.
Patrick Rausch asked that the board allow Board Member Elect, Dan Torres, to attend the Executive Session.
All members agreed.
Maria Rice was appointed as Clerk Pro Tempore for this portion of the meeting.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: QUORUM CHECK
Roderick Dressel Jr.
David Dukler
Kathleen Tobin Flusser
Steven Greenfield
Don Kerr
Patrick Rausch
Edgar Rodriguez
ALSO PRESENT: Maria Rice, Superintendent
Dan Torres, Board Member Elect
OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by David Dukler that the Board RETURN
return to Public Session at 11:05 PM. PUBLIC
SESSION
Motion carried 7 - 0 with 7 members voting.
NEW BUSINESS
Motion made by Don Kerr and seconded by Steve Greenfield that the Board of
Education approve the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that the New Paltz Central Schools Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Facilities Committee, does hereby reject all bids for the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Educational Facilities Planning Facilitation.
Don Kerr, Chair of the Facilities Committee, noted that the recommendation from the Facilities Committee regarding rejecting all bids for Facilities Master Planning Facilitation was not unanimous. Board member Rod Dressel who serves on the Facilities Committee was not in favor of this recommendation.
Motion carried 4 YES (Kathleen Tobin Flusser, Steve Greenfield, Don Kerr, Edgar Rodriquez) to 3 NO (Rod Dressel, David Dukler, Patrick Rausch)
ADJOURN ADJOURN
Motion made by Patrick Rausch and seconded by Don Kerr that the Board
adjourn at 11:20 PM.
Motion carried 7 - 0 with 7 members voting.
Respectfully submitted,
________________________
Beverly J. Sickler
District Clerk
________________________
Maria C. Rice
Clerk Pro Tempore