MINE HILL TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
MAY 27, 2008
WELCOME RECEPTION A reception was held for the new Child Study
Team Coordinator, Alice Steinheimer, at 7: 00 PM, followed by the Regular
Meeting at 7:30 PM.
CALL TO ORDER – The Regular Meeting of the Mine Hill Township Board of
Education was called to order at 7:30 PM on May 27, 2008 by Board President
Paul Breda.. Adequate notice of this
meeting was provided in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act and the annual
schedule of meetings was published in the Daily Record on May 9, 2008.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mr. Breda led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
The following Board Members were present:
Those absent: Kenneth Knudson
Also present: R. Bitondo, P. Weigly, A. Steinheimer, 19 residents
PRESENTATIONS –
PUBLIC DISCUSSION
ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned for a 10 minute recess at 9:12 PM.
RECONVENE The meeting was reconvened at 9:22 PM.
On the motion of M. Walilko,
seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board
approved the Mine Hill Township Board of Education Minutes of the Conference Meeting
of May 12, 2008.
On the motion of M. Walilko,
seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the Mine Hill Township Board of
Education Closed Session Minutes of the Conference Meeting of May 12, 2008.
On the motion of M. Walilko,
seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the Mine Hill Township Board of
Education Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 16, 2008.
Roll Call Vote:
|
Resolutions |
|
Paul Breda |
Patricia Hernandez |
Steve Hoh |
Kenneth Knudson |
Mary Jo Walilko |
|
08-05-27-01 to 03 |
YES |
YES |
YES |
YES |
|
YES |
FINANCE MOTIONS
08-05-27-04 PAYMENT
OF BILLS
On the motion of
May 27, 2008 payment of bills as attached in the amount of $554,143.30.
08-05-27-05 APPROVAL OF THE BOARD SECRETARY AND TREASURER’S REPORTS
On the motion of S. Hoh, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board of Education acknowledged receipt of the certification from the Board Secretary that no line item account has encumbrances and expenditures, which in total exceed the line item appropriation in violation of N.J.A.C.:6A23-2.11(a), further that district board of education, after review of the Board Secretary’s and Treasurer’s monthly financial reports upon consultation with the appropriate district, certifies that no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C.:6A23-2.11(b), and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district board of education’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year, therefore it is recommended that the Secretary’s and Treasurer’s Reports for the month ending February 29, 2008 in the amount of $1,047,304.40 be approved.
08-05-27-06
APPROVAL OF BUDGET TRANSFERS
On the motion of S. Hoh, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the list of Budget Transfers, as listed.
Roll Call Vote:
|
Resolutions |
|
Paul Breda |
Steven Hoh |
Patricia Hernandez |
Kenneth Knudson |
Mary Jo Walilko |
|
08-05-27-04 to 06 |
YES |
YES |
YES |
YES |
|
YES |
CURRICULUM &
STUDENT ACTIVITIES – K. Knudson, P. Breda
CURRICULUM & STUDENT ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
Mr. Bitondo
reported on the need to move out on Curriculum work this summer to address the QSAC monitoring. Most will be funded under
CURRICULUM MOTIONS
08-05-27-07 ACCEPTANCE OF KINDERGARTEN TUITION PUPIL
On the motion of P.
08-05-27-08
APPROVAL OF EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR CONTRACTS
On the motion of P. Breda, seconded by M. Walilko, the Board approved the following Extended School Year Tuition Contracts for the 2008-2009 Summer Sessions, as listed.
RESOLVED, the Board of Education accept Out-of-District placements for Extended School Year (Summer of 2008):
|
Student |
Placement |
Date(s) |
Tuition |
|
4102586012 |
|
6/24/08-8/5/08 |
$2,950 |
|
7571655385 |
|
6/24/08-8/5/08 |
$1,040 |
|
6856508144 |
|
6/24/08-8/5/08 |
$1,040 |
|
6170144787 |
|
6/24/08-8/5/08 |
$1,040 |
|
7386795497 |
|
6/24/08-8/5/08 |
$1,040 |
|
4108640816 |
PRIDE |
6/24/08-8/5/08 |
$2950 |
|
6619824750 |
A-STARS |
6/24/08-8/5/08 |
$6,800 |
|
3776433812 |
PRIDE |
6/24/08-8/5/08 |
$2950 |
|
Not Available |
Children’s Institute |
7/3/08-7/31/08 |
$4,962.60 |
|
4920820660 |
Children’s Institute |
7/3/08-7/31/08 |
$4,962.60 |
|
1441575128 |
|
7/7/08-8/1/08 |
$1,693 |
|
1365963628 |
|
7/7/08 -8/15/08 |
TBD |
|
9162278378 |
|
7/1/08-8/8/08 |
$3,500 |
|
Not Available |
Developmental |
6/26/08-8/7/08 |
$12,070 |
|
5795193283 |
|
7/1/08-8/8/08 |
$10,834 |
|
3206091314 |
V. |
TBD |
$5,718 |
|
1702085186 |
Celebrate The Children |
7/9/08-8/5/08 |
$8,253 |
|
7742648547 |
The |
7/7/08-7/31/08 |
$2,430 |
Roll Call Vote:
|
Resolutions |
|
Paul Breda |
Steven Hoh |
Patricia Hernandez |
Kenneth Knudson |
Mary Jo Walilko |
|
08-05-27-05 to 08 |
YES |
YES |
YES |
YES |
|
YES |
OPERATIONS – M. Walilko
OPERATIONS
COMMITTEE
OPERATIONS MOTIONS
08-05-27-09 APPROVAL OF RENEWED DISTRICT POLICIES &
REGULATIONS
On the motion of M.
Walilko, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the Second Reading of the
Renewed District Policies and Regulations of the Mine Hill Township Board of
Education as developed under the professional services contract with
Strauss-Esmay Associates, LLP.
08-05-27-10
APPROVAL OF RENEWAL OF INTERLOCAL SERVICE AGREEMENT
On the motion of M. Walilko, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the renewal of the Interlocal Services Agreement for Special Education Administrator, Child Study Team and Sub Caller Services.
08-05-27-11APPROVAL OF RENEWAL OF INTERLOCAL SERVICE
AGREEMENT
On the motion of M. Walilko, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the renewal of the Interlocal Services Agreement for the Business Administrator services and Educational Facilities Manager services, with Wharton Board of Education for the 2008-2009 school year, pending review and approval of the Wharton Board of Education.
08-05-27-11A
APPROVAL OF RENEWAL OF INTERLOCAL SERVICE AGREEMENT
On the motion of M. Walilko, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the renewal of the Interlocal Services Agreement for the Superintendent services with Wharton Board of Education for the 2008-2009 school year, pending review and approval of the Wharton Board of Education
08-05-27-12
APPROVAL OF WHARTON LEASE FOR PRIDE PROGRAM
On the motion of M.
Walilko, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the fee for space
and related spaces at $3,183 per month for the Project Pride PSD program at
08-05-27-13
APPROVAL OF WHARTON LEASE FOR A-STARS
PROGRAM
On the motion of M. Walilko, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the fee for classroom space and related spaces at $3,183 per month for the Autistic Program at Canfield Avenue school with the Wharton Board of Education for the 2008-2009 school year, pending approval of the
Wharton Board of Education.
08-05-27-14 ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION Resolution was tabled for future meeting.
On the motion of _________, seconded by __________, the
Board accepts the donation of $100.00 from Jamie and Susan Mabin to start a
fund to purchase a get-well card and small gift for any student injured at
08-05-27-15 APPROVAL OF QSAC TEAM MEMBERS
On the motion of M. Walilko, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the following as members of the Mine Hill School District QSAC Team:
Gregory Hobaugh Alice
Steinheimer Marie Miller
Karen Condon _____________
On the motion of M. Walilko, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the Contracts for the 2008-2009 school year, as listed, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board of Education authorizes the Board Secretary to act in its behalf and execute the terms of the contracts.
|
Type of Contract |
Company/Person |
Purpose |
Cost |
Other Quotes |
|
Internet Service |
Cablevison |
Provide Internet Services |
$3,948/year |
NA |
|
Professional Services |
Educational Services Commission of |
Provide occupational therapy, physical therapy, & instructional services for Child Study Team |
2008-2009 Fee Schedule |
NA |
|
Health & Environmental Safety Services |
Educational Services Commission of |
Provide health and environmental safety services |
$19.60/ employee $1,195.00/ school |
NA |
|
Transportation |
Educational Services Commission of |
Provide transportation services for out-of-district special education students and non-public students; process aid in lieu for non-public students |
4% Administrative Fee |
NA |
|
Bid Services |
Educational Services Commission of |
Provide bidding services for 2008/2009 school year |
$2,500 |
NA |
|
User License |
CDK Systems, Inc. |
Pay user license fee for financial accounting software |
$3,430/year |
NA |
|
Set-up & User License |
CDK Systems, Inc. |
Initial Year Cost for Personnel and for Requisition Systems |
$16,000/year |
NA |
|
Payroll Services |
Asbury Park ITC |
Provide payroll services |
$3,095/year |
NA |
|
User License |
Strauss-Esmay Associates |
Provide maintenance and updates of district policy manual, Elan on-line policy resource |
$2,395/year |
Proprietary Service |
|
Dental Benefits |
Horizon Blue |
Approval of 2008-2009 premiums for dental coverage for district employees |
S = $36.65 HW = $73.29 F = $117.28 PC = 67.80 |
NA |
|
Tech services |
R2 |
Provide technical computer services for 2008/2009 |
$3,095/Year |
NA |
and
be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board of Education authorize the Board
Secretary to act in its behalf and execute the terms of the contracts.
|
Resolutions |
|
Paul Breda |
Steven Hoh |
Patricia Hernandez |
Kenneth Knudson |
Mary Jo Walilko |
|
08-05-27-09 to 13, 15-16 |
YES |
YES |
YES |
YES |
|
YES |
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
· Educational Facilities Manager Vacancy – Mr. Weigly reported on the candidate selected for the Educational Facilities Manager position, Mr. Steven Toth.
· Professional Development afternoon of 5/19 Report. Mr. Bitondo reported on successful professional development program.
PERSONNEL MOTIONS
08-05-27-17 APPOINTMENT
OF 2008-2009 ADVISORS
On the motion of P. Hernandez, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the following list of advisors for the 2008-2009 school year, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that adjustments will be made upon ratification of a new agreement between the Mine Hill Board of Education and the Mine Hill Education Association.
|
POSITION |
NAME |
HOURS |
COMPENSATION |
|
Accelerated Reader, Gr. 1-3 |
Karyl Meehan |
|
$591.14 |
|
Accelerated Reader, Gr. 4-6 |
Susan Kenlon |
|
$591.14 |
|
Jump Ahead |
Lu Olivo |
2.4 hrs/week |
$28.13/hr |
|
Jump Ahead |
Betty Lou Minno |
.5hr/week |
$28.13/hr |
|
Jump Ahead |
Cindy Pyrzynski |
.5hr/week |
$28.13/hr |
|
Jump Ahead |
Karen Helmer |
.5hr/week |
$28.13/hr |
|
Jump Ahead |
Ryanne Tangney |
.5hr/week |
$28.13/hr |
|
Student Council Advisor |
Karen Granger |
|
$118.23 |
|
Student Council Advisor |
Ryanne Tangney |
|
$118.23 |
|
Yearbook Advisor |
Michelle Eastman |
|
$591.14 |
|
Yearbook Advisor |
Dorothy Quinn |
|
$591.14 |
|
After School Detention Monitor |
Margaret Strittmatter |
As needed |
$21.63/hr. |
08-05-27-18
APPROVAL OF 2008-2009 STAFFING PLAN
On the motion of P. Hernandez, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the following staffing plan for the 2008-2009 school year:
|
Grade |
|
|
|
|
K |
Mrs. Diane Lansdell (K5L) |
Mrs. Melissa Kenny (K5K) |
NEW HIRE (PT) |
|
1st |
Mrs. Karen Helmer (1H) |
NEW HIRE |
NEW HIRE |
|
2nd |
Mrs. Debra Hansen (2H) |
Mrs. Lu Olivo (2O) |
|
|
3rd |
Mrs. Kim Saul (3BM) |
Mrs. Karyl Meehan (3M) |
Ms. Karen Granger (3G) |
|
4th |
Mrs. Jill Ramacciotti (4R) |
Mrs. Margaret Nunnermacker (4N) |
Mrs. Jane Wohn (4W) |
|
5th |
NEW HIRE Math |
Mrs. Marianne Belotti (5B) SS |
Mrs. Betty Lou Minno (5S) LA/Lit |
|
6th |
Ms. Kay Kim (5K) Science |
Mrs. Susan Kenlon (6K) Language Arts/Lit |
Mrs. Margaret Strittmatter (6S) Arts/Science |
|
|
NEW HIRE Music |
Ms. Mariellen DeFort Nurse/Health |
Mrs. Dorothy Quinn Computers |
|
|
Mrs. Karen Condon PE |
Mrs. Cindy Pryzynski (PT) PE |
Mrs. Joan Coquhoun Library Media Specialist |
|
|
Mrs. Janet Leeds Art |
Ms. Ryanne Tangney Spanish |
Mrs. Merri Millman Speech |
|
Spec. ED |
Mr. Lansing Holman Mrs. Michelle Eastman ICS (4) |
Ms. Heather Wenarsky ICS (6) PT Mrs. Sarah Moreno (K4L) PT |
Mrs. Nancee Seidel (3) Mrs. Tabitha Hertz-Neglia ICS (5) |
08-05-12-19 APPROVAL OF SUMMER EMPLOYMENT
On the motion of P. Hernandez, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved the employment of the following persons in the positions and with terms as stated:
|
Name |
Position |
Compensation |
Effective Dates |
|
SUMMER SCHOOL POSITIONS |
|
|
|
|
Diane Lansdell |
Kindergarten Teacher |
$28.13/hour at 2.5 hours/day |
July 7 to August 1, 2008 |
|
Kimberly Saul |
1st Grade Teacher |
$28.13/hour at 2.5 hours/day |
July 7 to August 1, 2008 |
|
Susan Kenlon |
2nd Grade Teacher |
$28.13/hour at 2.5 hours/day |
July 7 to August 1, 2008 |
|
Karen Granger |
3rd Grade Teacher |
$28.13/hour at 2.5 hours/day |
July 7 to August 1, 2008 |
|
Michelle Eastman |
4th Grade Teacher |
$28.13/hour at 2.5 hours/day |
July 7 to August 1, 2008 |
|
Margaret Strittmatter |
5th Grade Teacher |
$28.13/hour at 2.5 hours/day |
July 7 to August 1, 2008 |
|
|
6th grade Teacher |
$28.13/hour at 2.5 hours/day |
July 7 to August 1, 2008 |
|
CURRICULUM RENEWAL & DEVELOPMENT |
|
|
|
|
|
Curriculum – Gr. K |
$28.13/ hour for 30 hours |
|
|
|
Curriculum- Gr. 1 |
$28.13/ hour for 30 hours |
|
|
|
Curriculum – Gr. 2 |
$28.13/ hour for 30 hours |
|
|
Karen Granger |
Curriculum - Gr. 3 |
$28.13/ hour for 30 hours |
|
|
Jill Ramiciotti |
Curriculum – Gr. 4 |
$28.13/ hour for 30 hours |
|
|
|
Curriculum 5/6 LAL |
$28.13/hour for 10 hours |
|
|
|
5/6 Math |
$28.13/hour for 10 hours |
|
|
|
5/6 Science |
$28.13/hour for 10 hours |
|
|
|
5/6 Social Studies |
$28.13/hour for 10 hours |
|
|
Michelle Eastman |
Special Education |
$28.13/hour for 10 hours |
|
|
Ryanne Tangney |
ELL |
$28.13/hour for 10 hours |
|
|
Cynthia Pryzynski |
Physical Education |
$28.13/hour for 20 hours |
|
|
Karen Condon |
Health |
$28.13/hour for 20 hours |
|
|
Dorothy Quinn |
Technology |
$28.13/hour for 10 hours |
|
|
|
Technology |
$28.13/hour for 10 hours |
|
|
Ryanne Tangney |
Spanish |
$28.13/hour for 30 hours |
|
|
|
Art |
$28.13/hour for 30 hours |
|
|
|
Clerical Assistant |
Up to 100 hours |
|
|
SUMMER CUSTODIANS |
|
|
|
|
Kathy Hoopes |
Summer Custodians |
|
June 23 to August 31, 2008 |
|
Linda Ort |
Summer Custodians |
|
June 23 to August 31, 2008 |
|
Cindy Trowbridge |
Summer Custodians |
|
June 23 to August 31, 2008 |
|
Nicole Trowbridge |
Summer Custodians |
|
June 23 to August 31, 2008 |
|
Dan Hoopes |
Summer Custodians |
|
June 23 to August 31, 2008 |
|
Doris Ovalle |
Summer Custodians |
|
June 23 to August 31, 2008 |
08-05-27-20
APPROVAL OF SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
On the motion of P. Hernandez, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved; the employment of the following persons in the positions and with terms as stated:
|
Name |
Position |
Certificate |
Compensation |
Effective Dates |
|
Natalie Tymczyszym |
Substitute Teacher |
Morris |
$75/day for 1st 10 days; then $85/day |
Upon Board Approval |
|
Adrienne Richardi |
Substitute Teacher |
Morris |
$75/day for 1st 10 days; then $85/day |
Upon Board Approval |
|
Lauren Porter |
Substitute Teacher |
Morris |
$75/day for 1st 10 days; then $85/day |
Pending receipt of Criminal History Review letter |
On the motion of P. Hernandez, seconded by C. Battaglia, the Board approved an unpaid leave of absence for Maria Pilco, custodian, from June 23 through August 29, 2008, ending June 30, 2008, as amended.
Roll Call Vote:
|
Resolutions |
|
Paul |
Steve Hoh |
Patricia Hernandez |
Kenneth Knudson |
Mary Jo Walilko |
|
08-05-27-16 to 21 |
YES |
YES |
YES |
YES |
|
YES |
COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC RELATIONS – C. Battaglia
No Report
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS – C. Battaglia, S. Hoh
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE
·
Review of Cleaning Contract Specifications- Mr.
Weigly reported on the specification being used for the contract.
·
MHEF Project Status - see
Resolution # 22
·
Re-Roofing Project Status – Mr. Weigly reported
on the status of the project.
08-05-27-22
APPROVAL OF MHEF PROJECTS
On the motion of C. Battaglia, seconded by S. Hoh, the Board
approved the MHEF projects for sodding the infield of the
Roll Call Vote:
|
Resolutions |
|
Paul |
Steve Hoh |
Patricia Hernandez |
Kenneth Knudson |
Mary Jo Walilko |
|
08-05-27-22 |
YES |
YES |
YES |
YES |
|
YES |
Mrs. Walilko presented her report.
Mrs. Hernandez asked about the 7th Grade field trip cancellation. Mrs. Walilko responded.
MHEF REPORT – C. Battaglia
No report.
NJDOE Health & PE Survey
NJDOE I & RS Survey
Office of Comptroller Audit Filing
None
NEW BUSINESS
Mrs. Walilko reported on the Morris County SBA Spring Dinner
attended by
RESOLUTION FOR A CLOSED SESSION
On the motion of P. Breda, seconded by S. Hoh, at 10:26 PM, the Board approved the following resolution:
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 adjourn to closed session to discuss: (select one or more)
1) a matter rendered confidential by federal or
state law
2)
a matter in
which release of information would impair the right to receive government funds
3)
material the
disclosure of which constitutes an unwarranted invasion of individual privacy
4)
a collective
bargaining agreement and/or negotiations related to it
5)
a matter
involving the purchase, lease, or acquisition of real property with public
funds
6)
protection of
public safety and property and/or investigations of possible violations or
violations of law
7)
pending or
anticipated litigation or contract negotiation and/or matters of
attorney-client privilege
8)
specific
prospective or current employees unless all who could be adversely affected
request an open session
9) deliberation after a public hearing that could result in a civil penalty or other loss
and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, the minutes of this closed session be made
public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists.
Note: This closed session will
include items in categories # 3, 7 and 8. It may be adjourned while business is
conducted in public then reconvened after public business has been completed.
Vote: Motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
On the motion of
PERSONNEL
(CON’T)
08-05-27-19A SUMMER CUSTODIAN SALARY RATE/HOURS
On the motion of C. Battaglia, seconded by S. Hoh, the Board approved the summer custodial salary rate of $10.00 per hour, for 20 hours per week each.
08-05-27-23 APPROVAL OF PRINCIPAL’S CONTRACT
On the motion of C. Battaglia, seconded by S. Hoh, the Board approved an employment contract for 2008-2009 with Principal Gregory Hobaugh, at a 4% increase in salary and per the terms and conditions agreed upon.
|
Resolutions |
|
Paul Breda |
Steven Hoh |
Patricia Hernandez |
Kenneth Knudson |
Mary Jo Walilko |
|
08-05-27-19A&23 |
YES |
YES |
YES |
YES |
|
YES |
PUBLIC DISCUSSION
None
On the motion of C. Battaglia, seconded by S. Hoh, the Board
adjourned the meeting at 11:05 PM.
Vote: Motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
Respectfully submitted,
Peter J. Weigly
Business Administrator/Board Secretary