BOARD OF EDUCATION
WHITNEY POINT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 249
Whitney Point, NY 13862
Date: December 11, 2007
James DiMascio called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
Present Absent
James DiMascio President X
Sara Benscoter Vice President X
Stephanie Champney Member X
Joseph Silvanic Member X
Kathleen Driscoll Member X
Mary Ellerson Member X
Carol Eaton Superintendent of Schools X
Laura Lindsley District Clerk X
Mary Hibbard Assistant Superintendent X
Others in attendance:
None
Dr. Eaton recommended the Minutes of the meeting held on November 27, 2007 be approved.
Moved by Mary Ellerson Seconded by Stephanie Champney
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained APPROVED
Commendations
Dr. Eaton commended:
· The Intermediate School Staff, Faculty and Principal for the outstanding day with the illustrator, Bob Marstall, on November 27, 2007.
· The voters of the district for supporting the sanitation project at the polls on November 27, 2007
· The Village of Whitney Point Board of Trustees and Mayor Gerry Whitehead for pursuing and gaining a modern sanitation system for the Village and soon to be the district.
· The Intermediate school for a very successful Winter Concert
· The Intermediate and Middle School for working together with Trooper Christopher Cody on the threats received at the Middle School
· Dr. Eaton commended the fall Varsity sports athletes for meeting, and in some sports exceeding, the requirements for the NYSPHSAA, Scholar Award.
· Dr Eaton commended the Whitney Point Boys soccer team for receiving the Sportsmanship award from the Triple Cities Soccer Officials Association.
Correspondence
None
Policies
Second Reading for the Two Snack Limit/student, added to the Wellness Policy. See the attached section of the policy.
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of the two-snack amendment to the Wellness Policy, that will commence January 2, 2008, if approved.
Moved by Mary Ellerson Seconded by Sara Benscoter
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained APPROVED
Comments from the Public
1. OLD BUSINESS
a. Facilities Update: Current Renovation Phase and Planning for the Second Renovation Phase
Dr. Eaton and Mrs. Lindsley reviewed progress that has occurred since the last Board meeting on November 27, 2007. Progress on planning for the second project was discussed, including athletic facilities. Recent updates were attached to this agenda.
2. NEW BUSINESS
a. Changes Orders for Renovation 1
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of change orders for SWBR, GC 31 through GC 47, and GC 49 through GC52.
Moved by Mary Ellerson Seconded by Stephanie Champney
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained APPROVED
b. Corrective action plan for the June 30, 2007 Financial Report
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of the attached corrective action plan for the June 30, 2007 Financial Plan
Moved by Kathleen Driscoll Seconded by Sara Benscoter
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained APPROVED
c. Corrective action plan for the June 30, 2007 Extra-classroom Report
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of the attached corrective action plan for the June 30, 2007 Extra-Classroom Report
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Mary Ellerson
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained APPROVED
d. Resolution for the SMIS Grant
Dr. Eaton recommended that the Board resolve the Whitney Point Central School District to be the lead applicant in the Shared Municipal Services Incentive Grant Program and designates the School Business Executive as the representative authorized to act on behalf of the Whitney Point Central School District in all matters related to the grant.
Moved by Kathleen Driscoll Seconded by Mary Ellerson
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained APPROVED
e. Resignation
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of the resignation of Stephen Andrus, Director of Instructional and Informational Technology Services, effective January 4, 2008.
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Sara Benscoter
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained APPROVED
f. Committee on Special Education
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of the attached recommendations from the Committee on Special Education.
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Mary Ellerson
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained APPROVED
ADDENDA
g. Disposal of Computers
Dr. Eaton recommended the Board approve disposal of sixteen (16) Dell Gx240 computers sold on EBay.
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Kathleen Driscoll
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained Approved
h. CSE
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of the attached recommendations of the Committee on Special Education. Please consult the explanation for all placements as needed.
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Mary Ellerson
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained Approved
i. Field Trip Request
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of the request from Nancy Summers, Aquila Chorus director, for a trip to Washington, D.C. from June 12-14, 2008. Information regarding the request is supplied.
Moved by Mary Ellerson Seconded by Kathleen Driscoll
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained Approved
j. Winter guard volunteer
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval for Aaron Clarke to be the volunteer Winter Guard coach for the 2007-08 season. Information regarding the position is attached for the Board.
Moved by Mary Ellerson Seconded by Kathleen Driscoll
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained Approved
k. Warrant
Dr. Eaton recommended Board approval of the Warrant, for the period ending November 30, 2007.
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Kathleen Driscoll
5 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained Approved
FYI
Whitney Point - Time Chart - draft
Public Comment
For Your Information
December 1, 2007 Enrollment Report
Executive Session
A motion was made to go into open session at 6:40 p.m.
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Sara Benscoter
4 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained Approved
A motion was made to approve a 4.25% raise for Dr. Carol Eaton, for the school year 2007-08, retroactive to July 1, 2007.
Moved by Mary Ellerson Seconded by Stephanie Champney
4 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained Approved
A motion was made at 6:45 p.m. to return to Executive Sessiosn for personnel discussion.
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Mary Ellerson
4 Aye 0 Nay 0 Abstained Approved
Future Board Dates:
January 15, 2008: Renovation for Project 1 Update
Recommendation on Renovation 1,
Facilities Planning Committee
Policies for Second Reading
A motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 7:45pm
Moved by Stephanie Champney Seconded by Mary Ellerson
Laura Lindsley
District Clerk
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