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Minutes (May 2006)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
May 9, 2006
7:30 p.m. – 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 Hawes.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
ROLL CALL President Hawes Present
Vice Pres. Breitenstein Present
Bridget Holmes Present
David Remling Present
John Iseman Absent
Carlos Moreno Present
Paul Munson Present
Also Present: Superintendent Villanti, Business Administrator DeFilippo, Principal O’Brien, Principal LeForestier, House Principal DeLuke
Visitors: M. Rem, C. Forslun, E. Kline {staff}
AGENDA CHANGES ~ ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS
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 5/2/06 as submitted.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein, seconded by Trustee Moreno.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Moreno, Munson. Absent: Iseman. 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
Wellness Policy Draft & Allergy Policy
Fiscal Accountability Supplement (2005 vs. 2006)
DTA Scholarship – new criteria
Principal Updates – none scheduled for this meeting
Financial Status Report
1. Internal Auditor’s Comments.
2. Approve Warrants.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following warrants:
General Fund W#58 $198,528.73
Capital Fund W#19 $23,520.00
Motion by Trustee Remling, seconded by Trustee Munson.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Moreno, Munson. Absent: Iseman. Motion Carried.
3. Approve Cooperative Roofing Bid.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the 2006-07 Cooperative Roofing Repairs and Maintenance Bid to Mid-State Industries as recommended by the superintendent. The awardee, Mid-State Industries, has a Labor Rate of $57 per hour and a Material mark up of 5%. {see enclosure}
Motion by Trustee Munson, seconded by Trustee Remling.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Moreno, Munson. Absent: Iseman. Motion Carried.
Personnel Items
Other Items
1. Dispose of Obsolete Musical Instruments.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the disposal of obsolete musical instrutments as recommended by the instrumental music instructor.
Motion by Trustee Moreno, seconded by Trustee Munson.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Moreno, Munson. Absent: Iseman. Motion Carried.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Secondary School Capital Project
One Board Meeting in July on July 18th
2006-07 School Year Calendar
Senior Projects – Mock Presentations will be on May 24th and presentation to the Board on June 6th
June 23rd - Graduation Tickets – How many do you need?
INFORMATION ITEMS
May 16 – Annual Budget Vote/BOE Election from 1:00 to 9:00 pm
May 19 – Senior Prom Walk-In @ 6:00 pm/Riverstone Manor on Rt. 5 in Scotia
Class of 2006 Graduation – June 23 @ 7:00 pm/HS Gymnasium
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION for the purpose of discussing negotiations and a personnel matter at 8:25 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein, seconded by Trustee Holmes.
ROLL CALL President Hawes Present
Vice Pres. Breitenstein Present
Bridget Holmes Present
David Remling Present
John Iseman Absent
Carlos Moreno Present
Paul Munson Present
Page 4 of 4 Minutes Meeting Date 5/9/06
Motions generated by Executive Session.
1. Adopt Teacher Contract.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education adopt the Contract between the Duanesburg Teachers’ Association and the Superintendent effective 7/1/05 through 6/30/08.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein, seconded by Trustee Moreno.
Yes: Hawes, Breitenstein, Holmes, Remling, Moreno, Munson. Absent: Iseman. Motion Carried.
OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION at 8:28 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein.
Motions generated by Executive Session.
ADJOURNMENT at 8:30 p.m.
Motion by V. Pres. Breitenstein.
Respectfully Submitted,
Lewis M. DeFilippo
Clerk for the Board of Education
DATES TO REMEMBER
May 16 – Annual Budget Vote & Board of Education Election – 1:00 to 9:00 pm/ES Gymnasium
19 – Senior Prom @ Riverstone Manor on Rt. 5 in Scotia {walk-in is at 6:00 pm}
26 – School is in session – NO CONTINGENT HOLIDAY
June 6 – Board of Education Meeting @ 7:30 pm/HS Library
15-22 – Regents Examinations
20 – Board of Education Meeting @ 7:30 pm/HS Library
23 – Class of 2006 Graduation
July 18 – Board of Education Meeting @ 7:30 pm/HS Library – only one in July
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