REGULAR MEETING 
OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
March 21, 2006
7:30 p.m. –MS/HS Library

Vision - Duanesburg Central School District will become a model for smaller school districts in New York State. Instructional excellence will be the bedrock of the district characterized by a strong academic core, technology integration and a challenging and stimulating curriculum. Our educational program will include enrichment, interdisciplinary teaching and active roles for students. All students will be challenged and supported to achieve their highest abilities. The district will value its students and staff. The community will value and participate in our mission. Our facilities will promote our mission.

Goals - The goals of the Board of Education include: long range instructional, facilities, staff and financial planning; continue to provide a positive, safe and healthy school and community environment; review and approve Board policies that comply with SED requirements; recognize the work of outstanding students, faculty, staff, administrators and district volunteers; continued monitoring of the Board of Education's internal and external communications; encouragement of community and parental involvement to foster a spirit of openness and togetherness and completion of committee goals.

CALL TO ORDER at 7:30 p.m. by President Ray Hawes

SALUTE TO THE FLAG

ROLL CALL 
Present: President Ray Hawes, Vice Pres. James Breitenstein, Bridget Holmes, David Remling  John Iseman (arrived at 8:30 p.m.), Carlos Moreno, Paul Munson 

Also Present: Superintendent Mark Villanti, Business Administrator Lew DeFilippo, Principal Katie O'Brien, Principal Bill LeForestier, House Principal Beth DeLuke

Visitors: K. Bohm (Empire News); L. Chiras, K. Caulfield, J. DeLuke, C. Forslund, 
J. Kwiatkowski, H. Folckemer, D. Johnson, B. Allen, M. Rem (staff)

AGENDA CHANGES ~ 
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS

SPECIAL GUEST - Assemblyman Paul Tonko

STAFF REPORT - Bob Allen - Science Department Staffing

STAFF REPORT - Harry Folckemer - Bus Purchasing

PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR

PRESENTATION/APPROVAL OF BOE MINUTES FOR ACTION:
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the minutes of the regular meeting of 3/7/06 as submitted.

Motion by Trustee Munson, seconded by Trustee Holmes.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Abstain: Moreno. Motion Carried. 

WRITTEN REPORTS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES: 

NEW BUSINESS

BOE Standing Committee Reports

• Employee Relations Committee
• Finance Committee
• Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting 
• Education Committee Meeting 
• Public Relations Committee

Superintendent's Status Report/Update 
Enrollment Projections 

Principal Updates
Kindergarten Update - Dr. O'Brien

Financial Status Report

1. Community Budget Forum 

2. Internal Claims Auditor Comments

3. Approve Borrowing
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve borrowing for bus and tractor purchases in the amount of $137,748.00 to NBT at the rate of 4.41%. This is a four year Statutory Installment Bond.

First Niagara no bid
NBT 4.41%
Key Bank no bid
Pioneer Savings no bid

Motion by Trustee Munson, seconded by Trustee Holmes.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Moreno, Munson. Motion Carried. 

4. Approve Annual Meeting Notice
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the Annual Meeting Notice as recommended by the business administrator.

Motion by Trustee Remling, seconded by Trustee Munson.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Moreno, Munson. Motion Carried. 

5. Approve Warrants
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following warrants:

Motion by Trustee Iseman, seconded by Trustee Moreno.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Moreno, Munson. Motion Carried. 

6. Approve Financial Reports 
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the Treasurer's Report, Appropriation Status Report, Revenue Budget Status Report and Extra-Curricular Activity Report as recommended by the business administrator. 

Motion by Trustee Munson, seconded by Trustee Holmes.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Moreno, Munson. Motion Carried. 

Personnel Items

1. Approve Appointments 
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following appointment as recommended by the superintendent. These appointments are contingent upon fingerprint supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation. 

John Winslow Substitute Bus Driver - pending completion of test and training
Shelia Van Valen Substitute Food Service/Paraprofessional
BOCES Substitute Teacher List

Motion by Trustee Remling, seconded by Trustee Moreno.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Moreno, Munson. Motion Carried. 

Other Items

DISCUSSION ITEMS 
Sally Ann Mott Memorial Award
Schoharie County School Boards Association Executive Committee Meeting on April 6th 
@ 7:00 pm/Sharon Springs CSD
Field Trip to Boston on April 13 - Kevin DiTondo & Maureen Rynish (information was 
handed out at meeting) 

INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 
BOCES Annual Meeting - April 5 @ 5:45 pm/Capital Region Career & Technical Center
Reservations have been made for Ray and Mark.
Duanesburg Days - April 1st from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm - many interesting events are planned
April 4 - Community Budget Presentation @ 7:30 pm/HS Library
April 17 - BOE Petitions are due at the Central Office by 5:00 pm - Petitions are available at the Central Office by stopping in or calling 895-2279. 
April 24 - Special Board of Education Meeting to vote on BOCES Administrative Budget
April 27 - "Meet the Candidates" Night - 7:00 pm/HS Library
May 2 - Public Hearing on Budget - 7:30 pm/HS Library
May 16 - Annual Budget Vote/BOE Election from 1:00 to 9:00 pm
Capital District School Boards Association Meetings - Please call Jeanne to make reservations.
· May 2 @ 6:00 pm/Capital Region BOCES - Regent James Dawson

INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION for the purpose of discussing negotiations and a legal matter at 9:55 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein, seconded by Trustee Munson.

ROLL CALL 
Present President Ray Hawes, Vice Pres. James Breitenstein, Bridget Holmes, David Remling, John Iseman, Carlos Moreno, Paul Munson 

OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION at 10:20 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein

Motions generated by Executive Session

1. Approve Tenure Appointments
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following Tenure Appointments as recommended by the superintendent:

Angela Daddario Special Education

Motion by Trustee Holmes, seconded by V. Pres. Breitenstein.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Abstain: Moreno. Motion Carried.

Alicia Kirkpatrick Guidance
Motion by Trustee Holmes, seconded by V. Pres. Breitenstein.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Moreno, Munson. Motion Carried.

2. Approve CSE Minutes
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the Committee on Special Education minutes 3/1/06, 3/2/06, 3/8/06 and 3/14/06 meetings as submitted.

Motion by Trustee Remling, seconded by Trustee Holmes.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Moreno, Munson. Motion Carried.

ADJOURNMENT at 10:23 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein

REGULAR MEETING 
OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
March 7, 2006
7:30 p.m. –MS/HS Library

Vision - Duanesburg Central School District will become a model for smaller school districts in New York State. Instructional excellence will be the bedrock of the district characterized by a strong academic core, technology integration and a challenging and stimulating curriculum. Our educational program will include enrichment, interdisciplinary teaching and active roles for students. All students will be challenged and supported to achieve their highest abilities. The district will value its students and staff. The community will value and participate in our mission. Our facilities will promote our mission.

Goals - The goals of the Board of Education include: long range instructional, facilities, staff and financial planning; continue to provide a positive, safe and healthy school and community environment; review and approve Board policies that comply with SED requirements; recognize the work of outstanding students, faculty, staff, administrators and district volunteers; continued monitoring of the Board of Education's internal and external communications; encouragement of community and parental involvement to foster a spirit of openness and togetherness and completion of committee goals.

CALL TO ORDER 
at 7:32 p.m. by President Ray Hawes

SALUTE TO THE FLAG

ROLL CALL 
Present: President Ray Hawes, Vice Pres. James Breitenstein, Bridget Holmes, David Remling, John Iseman, Paul Munson 
Absent: Carlos Moreno
Also Present: Superintendent Mark Villanti, Business Administrator Lew DeFilippo, Principal Katie O'Brien, Principal Bill LeForestier, House Principal Beth DeLuke
Visitors: C. Locatse, J. Coppolo (parents/community members); J. Kwiatkowski, J. DeLuke, C. Forslund, K. Caulfield, C. O'Brien, M. Walsh, M. Rem, D. Johnson, D. Dunn, B. Ryan (staff); K. Bohm (Empire News)

AGENDA CHANGES ~ 
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS

K-2 Primary Education Presentation - Dr. Kathleen O'Brien & Faculty/Staff

PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR

PRESENTATION/APPROVAL OF BOE MINUTES FOR ACTION:
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the minutes of the regular meeting of 2/28/06 as submitted.

Motion by Trustee Remling, seconded by V. Pres. Breitenstein.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman. Abstain: Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

WRITTEN REPORTS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES: 

NEW BUSINESS

BOE Standing Committee Reports

• Employee Relations Committee 
• Finance Committee 
• Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting 
• Education Committee Meeting 
• Public Relations Committee

Superintendent's Status Report/Update 

Principal Updates

Financial Status Report

1. Budget Work Session

2. Internal Claims Auditor Comments

3. Approve Warrants 
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following warrants:

Motion by Trustee Remling, seconded by Trustee Holmes.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

4. Approve Elimination of Contract
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education eliminate the contract with Management Advisory Group for Business Administrator services effective March 17, 2006.

Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein, seconded by Trustee Munson.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

Personnel Items

1. Approve Appointment 
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following appointment as recommended by the superintendent. 

Lewis DeFilippo Business Administrator effective March 20, 2006

Motion by Trustee Munson, seconded by Trustee Remling.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

Other Items

1. Approve Graduation Award
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the John Barry Memorial Award as submitted as recommended by the building principal.

Motion by Trustee Iseman, seconded by Trustee Munson.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

2. Accept Course Selection Guide for 2006-07
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education accept the 2006-07 Course Selection Guide as submitted as recommended by the superintendent. 

Motion by Trustee Holmes, seconded by Trustee Munson.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

3. Approve Field Trip
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve of the field trip to FDR Museum on March 23, 2006 as requested by Sue Clark and Kempton Pierce. 

Motion by Trustee Remling, seconded by Trustee Munson.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

4. Dispose of Obsolete Books
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the disposal of non-public obsolete/damaged textbooks. These books will be disposed of by Capital Region BOCES in the Spring of 2006.

Motion by Trustee Munson, seconded by V. Pres. Breitenstein.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

DISCUSSION ITEMS 
BOCES Annual Meeting - April 5 @ 5:45 pm/Capital Region Career & Technical Center
Dinner is beef, fish or vegetarian. Please let Jeanne know if you plan to attend.

INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 
Paul Tonko has been invited to the March 21st Board of Education Meeting
March 21st Community Budget Forum - 7:30 pm/HS Library
Duanesburg Days - April 1st from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm - many interesting events are planned
April 4 - Community Budget Presentation @ 7:30 pm/HS Library
April 17 - BOE Petitions are due at the Central Office by 5:00 pm - Petitions are available at the Central Office by stopping in or calling 895-2279. 
April 24 - Special Board of Education Meeting to vote on BOCES Administrative Budget
April 27 - "Meet the Candidates" Night - 7:00 pm/HS Library
May 2 - Public Hearing on Budget - 7:30 pm/HS Library
May 16 - Annual Budget Vote/BOE Election from 1:00 to 9:00 pm
Capital District School Boards Association Meetings for 2005-06 School Year. Please call Jeanne @ 895-5350 Ext. 241 to make your reservations.
· May 2 @ 6:00 pm/Capital Region BOCES - Regent James Dawson

INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION for the purpose of discussing negotiations, tenure information and a legal matter at 9:36 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein, seconded by Trustee Munson.

ROLL CALL

OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION at 9:51 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein.

Motions generated by Executive Session

1. Approve CSE Minutes
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the Committee on Special Education minutes 2/15/06, 2/16/06 and 2/27/06 meetings as submitted.

Motion by Trustee Remling, seconded by Trustee Holmes.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Iseman, Munson. Absent: Moreno. Motion Carried.

ADJOURNMENT at 9:52 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein.

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