GREENE CENTRAL SCHOOL
GREENE, NEW YORK
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2012
A Board of Education meeting was called CALL TO ORDER
to order at 7:01 p.m. by President, Christopher
Cox, in the Board of Education conference room,
High School/Middle School complex,
40 South Canal Street, Greene, N.Y.
- The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mr. Christopher Cox, President
Mr. Richard Boeltz, Vice-President
Mrs. Helen Hunsinger
Mr. Timothy Crumb
Mr. Ethan Day
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
Mr. James Strenkert
Mrs. Karen Hendershott
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT:
Mr. Jonathan Retz, Superintendent of Schools
Mr. James B. Walters, Executive Principal 6-12
Mr. Timothy Calice, Associate Principal 6-12/CSE Director
Mr. Bryan Ayres, Intermediate School Principal/Athletic Director
Mrs. Carole Stanbro, Primary School Principal
Mrs. Mary Gell, CSE Chairperson
Mr. Jordon Lilley, Transportation and Buildings & Grounds Supervisor
OFFICERS PRESENT:
Mrs. Donna Utter, District Clerk
- Motion made by Crumb, seconded by Boeltz, to adjourn EXECUTIVE SESSION
to Executive Session for the following at 7:02 p.m.:
· Special Education Placements
· Confidential Personnel Matter
· Negotiations Update
Yes-5, No-0
- Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Special SPECIAL EDUCATION
Education, a motion was made by Day, seconded by PLACEMENTS
Crumb, to approve the following placements:
#710022834; #710022992; #710022988; #710022987;
#710022985; #710021938; #710022957; #710022989;
#710022888; #710022576.
Yes-5, No-0
- Motion made by Crumb, seconded by Hunsinger, to adjourn ADJOURN EXECUTIVE
Executive Session at 7:40 p.m. SESSION
Yes-5, No-0
- President Cox reconvened the meeting at 7:43 p.m. RECONVENE
- 4. EDUCATION AND PERSONNEL ADD./DELETIONS
Add: 3. Appointments: TO AGENDA
Christine McCabe Mod. Girls’ Basketball
Coach
4. Recognize Indoor Track Team – Rebecca Philippone
as Volunteer Coach
5. Bus Driver group contract approval.
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APPROVE MINUTES - Motion made by Crumb, seconded by Hunsinger, to
10/17/12 approve the minutes for the regular meeting held on October 17,
2012 as presented.
Yes-5, No-0
CALENDAR: - November 9, 10 & 11 – Footlights Presentation –
The Little Mermaid, Jr.
- November 10 – Treasurers & Treats 9:00-2:00 – Inter. Bldg.
- November 12 – Veterans’ Day – No School
- November 16 – ½ Day K-5
- November 17 - PTO/Wellness Cmte. Turkey Trot – H.S. Gym
- November 20 – Grandparents Day @ Morning Program
- November 21 – Board of Education Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
- November 21-23 – Thanksgiving Recess
- November 30 – Chenango County School Boards dinner meeting
at DCMO BOCES – 6:00 p.m.
- December 8 - Legislative Breakfast at Silo
PUBLIC COMMENT: - Kris McDermott, PTO Vice-President, presented Board members with a candy bar and pen in recognition of Board Appreciation week.
REPORTS:
CAPITAL PROJECT - Terry LaConte from Ross Wilson and Barb Chambers from Tetra
REPORT Tech updated the Board on the Capital Project. In reviewing the costs associated with the project, the district is still below the approved limit by $100,000. A list of Capital Project furniture, fixtures and equipment proposed to purchase with extra monies was reviewed. The project is substantially complete, with most of the punch list items completed. Items remaining outstanding are: stage refinishing, adjustment of some smart boards w/projectors, site work in the Spring involving replacement of some plantings and resealing the front parking loop. The Board requested that the district check with Fiscal Advisors to see if there are any pros or cons to closing out the project before all items are completed. Can funds be placed in escrow to cover any outstanding work to be completed in the Spring, and close out the remainder of the project?
EDUCATION AND PERSONNEL:
- The Superintendent of Schools recommends the
following Board actions:
BOE MEETING - Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to cancel the
SCHEDULE previously scheduled Board of Education meeting on
November 21, 2012.
Yes-5, No-0
UNPAID LEAVE - Motion made by Hunsinger, seconded by Crumb, to approve the
OF ABSENCE-NICHOLE request of Nichole Austin, Aide, for an unpaid leave of absence for
AUSTIN-AIDE November 12, 2012 (pm) and November 16, 2012 (pm).
Yes-5, No-0
APPOINTMENT(S): - Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to appoint JOSEPH TYO – BUS Joseph Tyo as a Bus Driver effective November 8, 2012 for a
DRIVER one-year probationary appointment ending November 7, 2013. Yes-5, No-0
SANDRA JONES- - Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to appoint Sandra
BUS MONITOR Jones as a Bus Monitor effective November 8, 2012 for a one-year probationary appointment ending November 7, 2013. Yes-5, No-0
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- Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to appoint Dave DAVE SZELKOWSKI- Szelkowski as a job coach effective November 8, 2012 and to JOB COACH
continue for so long as the specific student’s IEP and internship
position are in place.
Yes-5, No-0
- Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to appoint CHRISTOPHER
Christopher Rice as the Modified Boys’ 7/8 Basketball Coach for RICE -MODIFIED
the 2012/2013 season. BOYS’ BASKETBALL
Yes-5, No-0 COACH
- Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to appoint CHRISTINE MCCABE-
Christine McCabe as the Modified Girls’ 7/8 Basketball Coach MOD. GIRLS’ BASKET-
for the 2012/2013 season. BALL COACH
Yes-5, No-0
- Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to appoint the SUBSTITUTE ROSTERS
following individuals to the Substitute Rosters for the 2012-2013
school year effective November 8, 2012:
· Stephanie VanHoesen – Substitute Teacher/LTA K-12;
· Kimberly Frechen – Substitute Teacher/LTA K-12;
· Stephanie Jones – Substitute Teacher/LTA K-12
Yes-5, No-0
- Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to recognize INDOOR TRACK TEAM
the Indoor Track Team for the 2012/2013 school year.
The team was not included in the athletic budget, and therefore,
the district cannot incur any costs associated with the program.
Yes-5, No-0
- Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to appoint APPOINT REBECCA
Rebecca Philippone as the Volunteer Unpaid Coach for the PHILIPPONE – VOL.
Indoor Track Team for the 2012/2013 season. INDOOR TRACK
Yes-5, No-0 COACH
- Motion made by Day, seconded by Crumb, that in accordance BUS DRIVER’S
with Section 204a of the Taylor Law, funds are hereby provided AGREEMENT
to implement the Agreement between the Chief Executive
Officer of the Greene Central School District and the Greene
Bus Drivers’ Group for the period July 1, 2011 through June 30 2014
and to authorize the Superintendent to sign the same.
Yes-5, No-0
BUSINESS & FINANCE:
- Motion made by Crumb, seconded by Hunsinger, to declare OBSOLETE/SURPLUS the attached list (Exhibit “A”) as obsolete/surplus and to donate EQUIPMENT
them to the Zion Church to benefit the Blessings in a Back Pack
program.
Yes-5, No-0
- Motion made by Hunsinger, seconded by Day, to accept the INTERNAL AUDIT
Internal Audit Action Plans resulting from internal audit ACTION PLANS
recommendations by MAG.
- The Board reviewed and noted the Information Technology DISTRICT INFOR.
Planning Report as of November 2012. TECHNOLOGY REPORT
- The Board reviewed and noted the Transportation, Buildings & TRANSPORTATION,
Grounds Planning Report for 2012/2013. BUIDINGS & GROUNDS
REPORT
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WORKERS’ COMP. - Motion made by Hunsinger, seconded by Boeltz, to approve the
ALLIANCE – CV TO admission of Chenango Valley Central School District to the
JOIN Workers’ Compensation Alliance.
Yes-5, No-0
DONATION OF - Motion made by Day, seconded by Crumb, to accept with
FOOTBALL CLEATS appreciation 24 pairs of Under Armour-Fierce Havoc Mid D cleats
given to the football program by an anonymous donor.
Yes-5, No-0
BOARD OUTSTANDING
ACTIONS LIST
Bd. Mtg.Directed Task Responsibility Of Report Back
1. 3/7/07 Policy/Procedure Manual Board and Superintendent Ongoing
2. 11/16/11 School Lunch Fund Options Mr. Rubitski & Mr. Retz 1/2013
SUPERINTENDENT’S
REPORT:
-Superintendent, Jonathan Retz, reported on the following:
1. BOCES Transportation Advisory Study – As a result of the study, a lot of positive ideas resulted in ways to increase sharing throughout our BOCES. Jordon Lilley, Transportation Supervisor, discussed the findings with the Board. The study was comprehensive and covered everything from how many buses we use to what roads and distances we travel. Positives were switching to propane buses, having our own fueling station. Possibility of sharing our wash bay and fueling station with the Town were suggested.
2. Legislative Breakfast – Similar format to last year. Students will be speaking and if any Board members are interested, let Superintendent Retz know.
3. Nationwide Proposal – Superintendent Retz informed the Board that Nationwide Insurance approached him regarding a marketing agreement for $900 in exchange for displaying a 4ft x 8ft banner and advertising in our winter sports programs. in exchange for $900. proposal for a marketing agreement $900 if we put up a 4x8 banner The Board was not in favor of any marketing agreement.
4. YMCA Program – The YMCA is looking at increasing their fee for oversight of the school pool. The amount was negotiated and will stay within the budgeted amount. The YMCA is looking at decreasing hours in the Spring and would like the school to coordinate pool/birthday parties. After discussion of what is involved in having food at pool/birthday parties, the Board agreed that the school should not be coordinating pool/birthday parties.
5. Superintendent’s Blog – A Superintendent’s Blog is being established which will allow Superintendent to respond to questions. The plan is for one item to be addressed monthly.
The goal is to improve communication with our community.
6. 2013/14 Budget - Discussions have started. TRS and ERS increases are estimated at $365,000. At a recent CSA’s meeting Superintendent Retz stated that some state funds are likely to be directed down state to help with recovery from Hurricane Sandy. Possible increase in state aid is estimated at 3.5%, however, there is little confidence on receiving that.
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7. Town Hall Meeting – Posters have been sent electronically
to Educate New York and to other Superintendents for dissemination.
The posters will be in our newsletter and on the district website.
Superintendent Retz is looking at holding a town Hall Meeting mid-winter
or early spring.
8. Committee Structure – Looking for Board input. Changes should
be sent to Superintendent Retz and he will update the documents for
distribution and discussion at the December 5th Board meeting.
- Carole Stanbro, Primary School Principal, invited the Board to PUBLIC COMMENT:
attend the Kindergarten Thanksgiving Feast on November 14, CAROLE STANBRO-
2012. THANKSGIVING
FEAST
- Bryan Ayres, Intermediate School Principal/Athletic Director, BRYAN AYRES-
announced that the Girls’ field hockey team will be playing in the FIELD HOCKEY
state semi-finals on Saturday against Cazenovia at Cicero North Syracuse.
- Mr. Kevin Rounds thanked the Board for approving the indoor KEVIN ROUNDS –
track team on behalf of his son. INDOOR TRACK
- Motion made by Day, seconded by Boeltz, to adjourn to EXECUTIVE SESSION
Executive Session for a legal matter and negotiations
update at 8:35 p.m.
Yes-5, No-0
- Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to adjourn ADJOURN EXECUTIVE
Executive Session at 8:55 p.m. SESSION
Yes-5, No-0
- President Cox reconvened the meeting at 8:55 p.m. RECONVENE
- Motion made by Boeltz, seconded by Crumb, to adjourn ADJOURNMENT
the meeting at 8:56 p.m.
Yes-5, No-0
Respectfully submitted,
Donna Marie Utter
District Clerk