BOARD OF EDUCATION
MONTVALE, NEW JERSEY
REGULAR PUBLIC BUSINESS MEETING MINUTES
MAY 12, 2008
The Board of Education of the Borough of Montvale, County of Bergen, State of New Jersey,
met in Regular Public Meeting Session on Monday, May 12, 2008 in the Instructional Media
Center of Fieldstone Middle School, 47 Spring Valley Road, Montvale, NJ. President Muller-
Noonan called the public portion of the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. following a private session
which began at 7:00 p.m. to interview a candidate for the position of Assistant Principal at
Fieldstone Middle School. Roll call showed the following to be present: Mrs. Baviello, Mr.
Cortazzo, Mrs. Gifas, (Mrs. Gifas took the oath of office at the May 5, 2008 meeting.), Mr.
Hallowell, Mrs. Marchetti, and Mrs. Muller-Noonan. Mr. Campana arrived at 8:30 p.m. Also
present were Dr. King, Superintendent of Schools, Mrs. Latz, Board Secretary/School Business
Administrator, and approximately fifty-three members of the public (inclusive of students).
Mrs. Muller-Noonan led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance and read the Open Public
Meetings announcement as follows:
"The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to ensure the right of the public to
have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of public bodies at which any business
affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of this Act,
the Board of Education of the Borough of Montvale has caused notice of this meeting to be
published by having the date, time and place thereof posted by Borough Hall/Montvale Public
Library, the Board Secretary's Office, posted on the district web site, and such notice given to
THE RIDGEWOOD NEWS and THE RECORD."
A moment of silence was held in memory of custodian Andrew Morse who recently passed
away.
COMMENTS BY THE BOARD PRESIDENT
Mrs. Muller-Noonan welcomed the public and invited those present to sign the attendance sheet,
if they so choose. She announced that no smoking is allowed and that pre-approval of audio or
video recording by the public is required.
HEARING FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
No one wished to be heard at this time.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
UPDATE ON EXTRA ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT,
SPECIAL EDUCATION, AND CODE OF CONDUCT PROGRAMS
Mrs. Audrey Levi, Supervisor of Special Services
Dr. King noted that it was a pleasure to be able to update the Board on three of the district’s
programs. She introduced Mrs. Levi who advised that the credit belongs to the teachers who
have done such an excellent job. Ms. Allison Sharp, Memorial School EAE teacher, and a group
of second grade students demonstrated their Power Point and presentation skills. Mrs. Kelly
McNamara and a group of seventh grade students demonstrated their winning toy challenge
project and the skit they will use to introduce it at the national competition. Mrs. Levi and Mr.
Maire gave an update on the code of conduct and programs used to enhance student and parent
awareness. Dr. King noted that we are pleased with what has been accomplished in these
programs and she expressed thanks to the staff members for their hard work.
Dr. King noted that the family of Andy Morse has indicated that in lieu of flowers, individuals
could make a donation to the district. Forms are on the back table if anyone is interested.
Dr. King named for applause some of the many activities that have taken place in the district.
Twenty members of the public remained at this time (students and parents left the meeting
following the presentations).
BOARD BUSINESS
Fieldstone School Traffic – Councilman Tim Lane and Borough Engineer, Andy Hipolit, spoke
with the Board to review the recommendations of the traffic consultant. The Council will be
considering permitting parking on the north side of Hilton and having parking only on the north
side of Edgren on a trial basis from May 28-June 20. Other options are available for
consideration as follow-up, but many of them could be costly.
Mr. Hallowell introduced motion 6.1 as follows, which motion was seconded
by Mr. Campana. On a roll call vote, all members present voted aye.
MINUTES
Motion RESOLVED, that there be accepted, as written, the minutes of the following
6.1 meetings:
April 7, 14, & 28, 2008
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Mrs. Marchetti introduced motions 7.1 through 7.21 as follows, which motions were
seconded by Mr. Campana. On a roll call vote, all members present voted aye.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS/CLASSROOM ASSISTANTS
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved employment to substitute teach, on
7.1 emergent hire basis subject to Chapter 116, P.L. 1986 in the Montvale Public
Schools during the 2007-08 school year, with compensation at the Board
approved rate, the following individuals:
Name Position Effective
Margaret Debrot Substitute Teacher 5/12/08-6/30/08
Kimberly Marini Substitute Teacher 5/12/08-6/30/08
Roni Berg Substitute Teacher 5/12/08-6/30/08
Linda Zurich Substitute Teacher Assistant 4/28/08-6/30/08
Emily Stobert Substitute Teacher 5/12/08-6/30/08
Regular Business Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2008 – Page 2
RESIGNATIONS
Motion RESOLVED, that there be accepted with regret, the resignation of the staff
7.2 members listed below:
Name Position Effective
Laurie Selfon Grade 4 Teacher 6/30/08
Tiffani DeLorenzo Extra Academic Enrichment Teacher 6/30/08
Natalie Nese Grade 4 Teacher 6/30/08
Rob Kinch FMS French Teacher 6/30/08
Kaylan Van Brookhoven FMS Physical Education/Health Teacher 6/30/08
Annmarie Murphy FMS Resource Program Teacher 6/30/08
David Reid Giles FMS Night Custodian 5/16/08
FAMILY LEAVE ACT - D. KATZ
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved a 12 week unpaid leave of absence for child
7.3 rearing purposes for Deborah Katz with continuation of health benefits under the
provisions of the NJ State Family Leave Act beginning on or about October 1,
2008, following the period of maternity disability; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that following the 12-week leave, there be
approved a child rearing leave of absence without pay or benefits through
June 30, 2009.
EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL
Motion WHEREAS, the Board of Education is required pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12 to
7.4 adopt policy and approve travel expenditures by district employees and board
members using local, State, or Federal funds to ensure that travel is educationally
necessary and fiscally prudent, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education acknowledges that on-going professional
development is critical to the instructional needs of the district or may further the
efficient operation of the school district, and providing said training may require
travel expenses, and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board authorize employee and Board
Member attendance in informational programs directly related to, and within the
scope of the listed job title’s current responsibilities, and/or training opportunities as
follows with payment of expenses, if applicable, based on the federal travel
regulations provided that such expenses are within the annual maximum travel
expenditure amount:
Date Board Member Workshop Cost (Not to Exceed)
5/14/08 Joan Gifas NJSBA New Board Member training $255.00
RE-EMPLOYMENT – AWARD OF TENURE
CERTIFIED STAFF
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved re-employment of non-tenured, certified
7.5 teaching staff as noted below for the 2008-09 school year, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that there be award of tenure effective
September 2, 2008, and
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May 12, 2008 – Page 3
BE IT ALSO RESOLVED, that there be approved issuance of appropriate
employment contracts in accordance with the MTA/Board Agreement:
Last Name First Name % 08-09 LEVEL STEP SALARY Position
Acosta Belia 100% MA+15 10 $64,995 Teacher
Doolittle Jennifer 100% BA 4 $46,370 Teacher
Gardner Cindy 100% MA 18 $81,730 LDT/C
LoPrieno Sharon 100% BA+15 7 $53,185 Teacher
McGinley John 100% MA+30 +15 8 $64,360 Teacher
McLoughlin Jacqueline 100% MA 10 $62,670 Social Wkr.
Palamara Maria 100% BA 4 $46,370 Teacher
Passaro Kathleen 100% BA 4 $46,370 Teacher
RE-EMPLOYMENT – NON-TENURED STAFF
CERTIFIED STAFF
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved re-employment of non-tenured, certified
7.6 teaching staff as listed below for the 2008-09 school year, and
BE IT ALSO RESOLVED, that there be approved issuance of appropriate
employment contracts in accordance with the MTA/Board Agreement:
Last Name First Name % LEVEL STEP SALARY Position
Caruso Kimberly 100% MA 3 $51,320 Teacher
Conant Rhoda Selander 100% BA+15 9 $57,005 School Nurse
Finan Lisa 100% MA 3 $51,320 Teacher
Gaeta Cristina 100% MA 2 $50,320 Teacher
Gaudiomonte Erica 100% BA+15 2 $46,670 Teacher
Gould Sarah 20% BA 3 $9,074 Teacher
Higgins Gina 100% MA 3 $51,320 Teacher
Hennessy Amy 100% MA+15 4 $54,645 Teacher
Lennon Katherine 100% BA 4 $46,370 Teacher
Maiorano Jessica 100% BA+15 2 $46,670 Teacher
McLaughlin Maureen 100% BA 3 $45,370 Teacher
McNamara Kerry 100% MA 5 $53,525 Teacher
Myhre Donna 100% BA+15 9 $57,005 Teacher
Overgaard Kate 100% BA 3 $45,370 Teacher
Polak Megan 100% BA 2 $44,370 Teacher
Sharp Allison 100% MA 4 $52,320 Teacher
Siegel Judith 100% MA 12 $66,930 Guidance
Thayer Haeyung 100% BA 4 $46,370 Teacher
Walker Katherine 100% BA 3 $45,370 Teacher
Watkins Lindsey 100% MA 2 $50,320 Teacher
2008-09 TENURED TEACHING STAFF
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved compensation to tenured teaching staff as
7.7 noted below for the 2008-09 school year in accordance with the MTA/Board
Agreement:
2008-09 % 08-09 2008-09 2008-09 2008-09
Last Name First Name Position 08-09 LEVEL STEP BASE LONG. TOTAL Position
Albamont George 100% MA+30 (+15) off $97,833 $2,250 $100,083 Teacher
Bertie Ondrea 100% MA+30 8a $61,840 $61,840 Guidance
Blau Laurie 100% MA+30 15 $78,575 $350 $78,925 Teacher
Bores Joyce 100% MA 12 $66,930 $66,930 Speech
Boyle Sean 100% MA+30 (+15) 9 $66,305 $66,305 Teacher
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May 12, 2008 – Page 4
2008-09 % 08-09 2008-09 2008-09 2008-09
Last Name First Name Position 08-09 LEVEL STEP BASE LONG. TOTAL Position
Calamari Patricia 100% MA 15 $73,925 $73,925 Speech
Carcich Lauren 100% MA+30 (+15) 11 $70,410 $70,410 Teacher
D'Amico Frank 100% BA+15 6 $51,380 $51,380 Teacher
Del Mauro Andrew 100% MA 6 $55,030 $55,030 Teacher
DiCairano Lisa 100% BA+15 8 $55,060 $55,060 Teacher
DiCosmo Paula 100% BA+15 11 $61,110 $61,110 Teacher
Ehrlich Kate 100% MA+15 off $90,054 $1,850 $91,904 Teacher
Escoffery Tenley 100% MA 8 $58,710 $58,710 Teacher
Faiella Bonnie 100% MA 7 $56,835 $56,835 Teacher
Falk Ellen 100% MA 17 $79,035 $1,000 $80,035 Teacher
Ficarra Bernadette 100% BA 10 $56,720 $56,720 Teacher
Frankel Arline 100% MA+15 16 $78,760 $775 $79,535 Teacher
Freeman James 100% MA 16 $76,435 $775 $77,210 Teacher
Halder Janet 100% MA+15 11 $67,085 $67,085 School Nurse
Hanley Irene 50% BA+15 6 $25,690 $25,690 Teacher
Hasenecz Amy 100% MA 6 $55,030 $55,030 Teacher
Hejna Lois 100% MA+15 13 $71,505 $71,505 Teacher
Heluk Luisa 100% MA +30 off $95,486 $2,250 $97,736 Teacher
Hickey Victoria 100% MA 5 $53,525 $53,525 Teacher
Hufnagel Mary Ellen 100% MA+30 (+15) 12 $73,597 $73,597 Teacher
Jasper Justin 100% BA 8 $52,760 $52,760 Teacher
Katz * Deborah 100% MA+30 11 $69,410 $69,410 Teacher
Kelly Dena Rae 100% MA+30 (+15) off $96,816 $2,250 $99,066 Teacher
Klemchalk Jane 100% MA 19 $84,525 $350 $84,875 Teacher
Levy Jodi 100% BA+15 19 $80,875 $1,300 $82,175 Teacher
Lion Christine 100% BA 5 $47,575 $47,575 Teacher
LoPresti Adam 100% MA 8 $58,710 $58,710 Teacher
LoPresti Kathryn 100% MA+15 5 $55,850 $55,850 Teacher
Magarelli Diane 100% MA 9 $60,655 $60,655 Teacher
Matesic Karen 100% MA 8 $58,710 $58,710 Teacher
McNaught Suzanne 100% MA+30 (+15) 13 $73,830 $350 $74,180 Teacher
Merritt Marcy 100% MA+15 5 $55,850 $55,850 Teacher
Merwede Joan 100% MA+15 12 $69,255 $69,255 Teacher
Meyer Lorraine 100% MA+30 (+15) off $101,939 $2,250 $104,189 Teacher
Miles Karen 100% BA 19 $78,575 $1,850 $80,425 Teacher
Miller Amy 100% MA 11 $64,760 $64,760 Teacher
Montemarano Sarah 100% BA 12 $60,980 $60,980 Teacher
Murrell Laurie 100% MA+15 8 $61,035 $61,035 Teacher
Neville Lisa 100% MA 7 $56,835 $56,835 Teacher
Nicol Clarisse 100% MA 9 $60,655 $60,655 Teacher
Nutland Christopher 100% MA 7 $56,835 $56,835 Teacher
Pitarelli Carol 50% MA 4 $26,160 $26,160 Teacher
Quaranto James 100% MA+30 (+15) 19 $91,192 $1,300 $92,492 Teacher
Reale Michele 100% MA 7 $56,835 $56,835 Teacher
Rhatigan Kellie 100% MA 8 $58,710 $58,710 Teacher
Riena Frank 100% BA+30 off $101,927 $2,250 $104,177 Teacher
Ross Debra 100% BA 10 $56,720 $56,720 Teacher
Rudd Lisa 40% MA 8 $23,484 $23,484 Teacher
Sabatino Jodi 100% MA+30 16 $81,085 $81,085 Teacher
Sachs Diane 100% MA 15 $73,925 $73,925 Teacher
Schneider Ron 100% BA+15 off $86,938 $2,250 $89,188 Teacher
Schrek Haley 100% MA 10 $62,670 $62,670 Teacher
Sherick Jack 100% BA 19 $78,575 $1,000 $79,575 Teacher
Simon Donna 100% BA+15 18 $78,080 $1,000 $79,080 Teacher
Solomon Michelle 50% MA 12 $33,465 $33,465 Teacher
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May 12, 2008 – Page 5
2008-09 % 08-09 2008-09 2008-09 2008-09
Last Name First Name Position 08-09 LEVEL STEP BASE LONG. TOTAL Position
Sommer Charles 100% MA+30 (+Dr.) 17 $87,719 $350 $88,069 Teacher
Tilley Jennifer 100% BA 12 $60,980 $60,980 Teacher
Ury Stacy 100% MA+30 18 $86,380 $86,380 School Psych.
Weill Joan 100% BA 17 $73,085 $1,000 $74,085 Teacher
Wynkoop Marlene 100% MA 9 $60,655 $60,655 Teacher
Ziedenweber Marilyn 100% MA+30 (+15) 14 $78,177 $78,177 Speech
Zimmerman Elaine 100% MA+15 12 $69,255 $69,255 Teacher
* Amount to be pro-rated - leave requested/approved
2008-09 TENURED ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved compensation to tenured teaching staff as
7.8 noted below for the 2008-09 school year in accordance with the MASA/Board
Agreement:
Nancy Drabik Memorial School Principal $133,442
Brian Chinni Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction $84,596
Audrey Levi Supervisor of Special Services $129,907
COMPENSATION – EMPLOYEES NOT COVERED
BY A BARGAINING UNIT
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved reemployment of the following individuals
7.9 for the period July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009 with compensation as stated:
Marian Latz School Business Administrator/Board Secretary $135,601
Peter Valois Computer Technician $65,613
Donna Currey Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent $65,463
TREASURER OF SCHOOL MONIES
M. WRIGHT
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved the re-appointment of Mrs. Margaret Wright
7.10 as Treasurer of School Monies for the 2008-09 school year with annual
compensation of $2,910.
MEDICAL INSPECTOR
D. ZIGELMAN
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved the re-appointment of Dr. David Zigelman
7.11 as School Medical Inspector for the 2008-09 school year with annual
compensation of $5,870.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved payment of stipends to the following faculty
7.12 members for participation in the Montvale Professional Development Institute
classes with compensation as follows:
For the course:
Content Area Task Force Curriculum Projects – Science Curriculum
Kathy Walker $315
Joan Merwede 315
Jennifer Orlando 315
Pamela Russonella 315
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May 12, 2008 – Page 6
Maureen McLaughlin 315
Victoria Hickey 315
Marlene Wynkoop 315
MEF Challenge EasiTeach Demonstration
Karen Matesic $140
Donna Myhre 140
Rethinking Assessment Workshop
Jennifer Orlando $140
Victoria Hickey 140
Maureen McLaughlin 140
Frank D’Amico 140
Kate Overgaard 140
Megan Polak 140
Kathy Passaro 140
Linda Hartheimer 140
Kate Lennon 140
Donna Myhre 140
John McGinley 140
Annmarie Murphy 140
Amy Hennessy 140
Gina Petrosi-Higgins 140
EasiTeach Instruction and RM Software Workshop: Grades 5-8
Donna Myhre (teacher) $280
Paula DiCosmo 140
John McGinley 140
Marcy Merritt 140
Kathy Passaro 140
Donna Simon 140
Debra Ross 140
Kate Lennon 140
Chris Nutland 140
Laurie Murrell 1/3 Credit
Cristina Gaeta 140
Christine Lion 140
Annmarie Murphy 140
Lorraine Meyer 140
Lisa DiCairano 140
SAFETY TOWN COORDINATOR
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved the appointment of Kim Caruso and Ann
7.13 Marie Murphy as Safety Town Coordinators for the 2008 Safety Town, with
salary to be determined based on enrollment. (Note: this program is self funded.)
SPRING CHORUS CONCERT CHAPERONES
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved the employment of the following
7.14 chaperones for the Spring Chorus Concert on May 8, 2008, at a stipend of $62 as
per the Board/MTA Agreement:
Hope Gabor Kimberly Caruso
Regular Business Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2008 – Page 7
SUBSTITUTE CHAPERONES
EIGHTH GRADE WASHINGTON, DC TRIP
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved the employment of the following substitute
7.15 chaperones for the Eighth Grade Washington, DC Trip, if needed, at a stipend of
$200 per overnight as per the Board/MTA Agreement:
Jack Sherick Christine Lion
SUMMER ONE-ON-ONE TEACHER ASSISTANTS
Motion RESOLVED, that the following be approved for employment, as One-on-
7.16 one Teacher Assistants, for students receiving extended school year programs:
Stephanie Ali 7/1/08 – 7/31/08 Washington South School
Dorothy Derienzo 7/7/08 – 7/31/08 Park Ridge
SPECIAL EDUCATION CLINICIAN
S. ALI
Motion RESOLVED, that Stephanie Ali be approved as an ABA Clinician to provide
7.17 services as required by the Child Study Team and student Individual Education
Programs for the 2008-09 school year with compensation at $20/hr.
CONTRACT AWARD
D. COLLIER
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved award of a 10 ½ month contract,
7.18 to David Collier as Fieldstone Middle School Assistant Principal for the 2008-09
school year, with compensation of $75,000.
CONTRACT AWARD
J. NEWMAN
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved award of contract, subject to Chapter 116,
7.19 P.L.1986, to Jill Ann Newman as Kindergarten Teacher for the 2008-09 school
year with compensation at BA, Step 2, $44,370.
SPRING CHORUS CONCERT CHAPERONES
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved the employment of the following
7.20 chaperones for the Spring Chorus Concert on May 29, 2008, at a stipend of $62 as
per the Board/MTA Agreement:
Luisa Heluk Lorraine Meyer
Frank D’Amico Donna Simon
Jane Klemchalk
RETIREMENT
A. MORSE
Motion RESOLVED, that there be accepted, with appreciation and regret, the resignation
7.21 for retirement purposes of Andrew Morse, FMS Daytime Head Custodian,
effective June 1, 2008.
Mrs. Latz advised that this was submitted prior to Mr. Morse’s death and is
required for the pension system.
Regular Business Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2008 – Page 8
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Mr. Campana introduced motions 8.1 through 8.10 as follows, which motions were
seconded by Mrs. Baviello. On a roll call vote, all members present voted aye.
VOUCHER PAYMENTS
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved/ratified for payment vouchers in the total
8.1 amount of $1,154,238.38 as follows:
General Fund
Appendix “A” Checks #4296 & Wire $987,386.98
Transfers for :4/15/08 P/R & 4/30/08
P/R & State Health Benefits
Appendix “A-1” Void Check #4168 (-$250.00)
Appendix “A-2” Checks #4297 & 4382 $159,594.46
Student Activities Fund
Appendix “A-3” Checks #1425-1439 $7,506.94
APPROPRIATION TRANSFERS
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved line item appropriation transfers to the
8.2 2007-08 budget as follows:
FROM ACCOUNT TO ACCOUNT AMOUNT
11-000-218-600 Guidance Supplies 11-000-216-610 Speech Supplies $35
11-000-223-500 Improv. Instruct. Svcs. 11-000-216-500 Speech Prof. Development $225
11-000-291-270 Health Premiums 11-000-217-320 Extraordinary services $50,000
In answer to a question from Mr. Cortazzo, Mrs. Latz clarified that extraordinary services refers
to special education services in the areas of occupational therapy, physical therapy, and applied
behavior analysis.
MENTOR STIPENDS
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved the following line item transfers to the
8.3 2007-08 budget to reflect State aid funds for reimbursement to novice teachers for
mentoring expenses:
Revenue 10-3194-000 $2,046
Expense 11-000-223-580 $2,046
BOARD CERTIFICATION
Motion RESOLVED, that pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11 [c]4, the Montvale Board of
8.4 Education certifies that as of March 31, 2008, after review of the Board
Secretary's monthly financial reports [appropriations section], and upon
consultation with the appropriate district official, to the best of our knowledge, no
major account or fund has been over-expended in violation N.J.A.C. 6A:23-
2.11(b) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial
obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.
The reports of the Board Secretary, the Treasurer of School Monies, including
cash receipts, and the report of the student activities fund for the month of March
2008 are attached as appendix "B" to the minutes of this meeting.
Regular Business Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2008 – Page 9
LEGAL COUNSEL
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved rates for legal counsel provided by the firm
8.5 of Fogarty & Hara, effective July 1, 2008 as follows:
$165/hr. – Partner
$145/hr. – Associate
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board President be authorized to
sign the agreement of services for the 2008-09 school year.
AUDITOR
Motion WHEREAS, the auditing firm of Dickinson, T. M. Vrabel and Associates, of
8.6 Denville, NJ has the expertise and experience to provide professional services to
the Montvale Board of Education;
BE IT RESOLVED that there be approved appointment of the auditing firm of
T. M. Vrabel and Associates as the board school auditor for the 2008-09 school
year as follows:
Amount
General Audit yr ending 6/30/08 $10,950
Federal Data Form Collection (if required) $1,000
Hourly Rates for special services if needed:
Partner $110. Manager $90.
Supv. Accountant $75. Other Staff $62.
INSURANCE AGENT/CONSULTANT
Motion RESOLVED, that Richard C. Lofberg, C.P.C.U. continue to be the Board’s
8.7 insurance agent/consultant at the annual fee of $1,000 for the 2008-09 school
year.
BERGEN COUNTY BANKING CONSORTIUM
Motion BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of Montvale continue to
8.8 participate as a Member of the Bergen County Banking Consortium through
June 30, 2008;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that such membership shall continue for
one year effective July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009 and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of Montvale
hereby appoints the Board Secretary, or her designee, as its representative.
Note: The Bergen County Banking Consortium is currently using the services of
TD North/Commerce Bank.
CONTRACT RENEWAL
EDUCATIONAL DATA SERVICES, INC.
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved renewal of the contract with Educational
8.9 Data Services, Inc., for the licensing and maintenance fee for school supplies, and
Right to Know Services, for the 2008-2009 school year at a cost of $3,140.
Regular Business Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2008 – Page 10
AWARD OF BIDS
FOR SUPPLIES
Motion WHEREAS, bid proposals for supplies for the 2008-09 school year [via
8.10 Educational Data Services/NJ Cooperative Bid] were received at the Glen Rock
Board of Education on behalf of various school districts, and
WHEREAS, said proposals have been tabulated and the lowest responsible
bidder determined,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that awards for the 2008-09 school year be
made as follows:
Category Vendor Amount
General Classroom Supplies School Specialties $21,111.15
Fine Art Supplies Dick Blick Company $581.10
Sax Arts & Crafts $8,214.31
Nasco $1,747.36
Triarco Arts & Crafts $ 681.21
Sheffield Pottery, Inc $ 235.00
Health & Trainer Supplies Henry Schein, Inc. $1,873.22
Library Supplies Highsmith Inc. $ 299.13
Physical Education Supplies Effinger Sporting Goods Co. $ 210.87
Passons’s Sports/Sports Supply $1,626.93
Sportime $2,042.78
Nasco $ 67.02
Science Supplies Nasco $666.71
Frey Scientific Co. $47.57
Para-Scientific Co. $ 89.11
Sargent Welch/VWR $ 12.74
Science Kit, LLC $ 38.55
Science Labs/EKI, Inc. $ 8.00
Copy Duplicating Paper W. B. Mason Co., Inc. $22,021.61
POLICY
Mrs. Baviello introduced motion 9.1 as follows, which motion was seconded
by Mr. Campana. On a roll call vote, all members present voted aye.
SECOND READING
Motion RESOLVED, that there be approved on second reading revised Board of
9.1 Education Policies/By-Laws as follows:
1220: Ad Hoc Advisory Committees (regulation)
2130: Administrative Staff
2224: Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action
2240: Research, Evaluation, & Planning
4111: Recruitment, Selection, and Hiring - Certified Personnel
4211: Recruitment, Selection, and Hiring – Non-Certified Personnel
4111.1: Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action – Certified Personnel
4211.1: Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action – Non-Certified Personnel
4112.8: Nepotism – Certified Personnel
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May 12, 2008 – Page 11
4212.8: Nepotism – Non-Certified Personnel
5132: Dress Code
Mrs. Muller-Noonan stated that recent information has been released from
NJSBA indicating changes that may require additional revisions to policy 4112.8.
BOARD MEMBER REPORTS/COMMENTS
BCSBA – Mrs. Marchetti and Mrs. Baviello reported that they attended the spring dinner
meeting. There was a presentation by the North Jersey Media Group on enhancing
communication.
Facilities – Mr. Hallowell reported that over the spring break, repairs were made to improve
drainage on the path to the red shed, and a path was added to the pre-k exit. The roofing
paperwork is in contract review.
OLD BUSINESS
Board Committees - The President distributed the Committee Appointments List.
Superintendent Search Committee – Representatives are being sought for the Search
Committee.
Interim Superintendent – Mrs. Muller-Noonan reported that three applications have been
received to date. The ad hoc committee expects to bring a recommendation to the Board in June.
HEARING FROM THE PUBLIC
A Memorial School lunch aide read a statement concerning her employment with the district.
In answer to a parent’s question concerning grade 4 teachers, Dr. King advised that the grade
level assignments for Memorial School for 2008-09 were under consideration. More information
will follow.
A parent suggested that the power point presentations concerning the Code of Conduct used this
evening be placed on the website.
MOTION TO ADJOURN
Mr. Campana introduced motion 17.1 as follows, which motion was seconded
by Mr. Hallowell, and passed unanimously.
Motion RESOLVED, that this meeting be adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
17.1
Respectfully submitted,
Marian Latz
Board Secretary
Regular Business Meeting Minutes
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