MINUTES FOR Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

MINUTES FOR Regular Meeting of the Board of Education Corning City School District Administration Building 165 Charles Street, Painted Post, New York 14870 Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. 1.0 OPENING Meeting called to order at 6:31 p.m. with the President, Mr. William Carlson, presiding. 1.1 ROLL CALL Board Members: Nancy Arkin Neil Bulkley William Carlson, President Patrick Flynn Barry Nicholson Virginia Schultz Thomas Tammaro Dr. James Webb Dr. Dale Wexell, Vice-President Administrators: Michael Ginalski, Superintendent Anthony Gyetua-Danquah, Asst. Supt.-Instruction Jeffrey Delorme, Asst. Supt.–Admin. Services Paul Webster, School Business Official Officers: Karen Dutcher, Clerk of the Board Star Gazette News10 Now WENY-AM x Present x x x x x x Absent Excused Excused x x Excused x x x WETM-TV WENY-TV___ Media: Leader x Executive Session Seconded by: Bulkley Moved by: Arkin to enter into executive session at 6:32 p.m. to discuss matters related to the employment of a particular person(s). Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Resume Regular Order of Business Moved by: Tammaro Seconded by: Wexell to resume the regular order of business at 7:40 p.m. Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Pledge of Allegiance 1.2 Acceptance of the Agenda Moved by: Arkin Seconded by: Tammaro Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb 1.3 Approval of Minutes Moved by: Wexell Seconded by: Board meeting of August 6, 2008. Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Schultz to approve the minutes of the Special August 20, 2008 1.4 Report from the President of the Board of Education Mr. Carlson noted the summer work in the buildings is progressing in a diligent manner and he feels it is reflective of the efforts of the District’s construction managers, Welliver-McGuire. He also noted that he attended a conference over the summer with other school board officers throughout the State relative to budgets and future mandates. Mr. Carlson commented about the commencement of fall sports practices which began recently and it was good to see students participating in those activities. 1.5 Report from the Superintendent of Schools Superintendent Ginalski commented on Year 4a construction updates in that Welliver-McGuire has been phenomenal in working with the District and as a result things are moving forward. However, he noted that there would be some roofing issues due to rain delays. Mr. Ginalski discussed some coverage in the news regarding graduation rates and he clarified the difference between the New York State and NCLB graduation rates. Mr. Ginalski extended a special thanks to ALL support staff for their hard work and effort this summer. Lastly, Mr. Ginalski noted that the State released their “Persistently Dangerous Schools” list and Corning-Painted Post was not one of those schools. VISITOR COMMENTS: The Board heard comments from one visitor. 1.6 Authorization of Funds to Implement Special Education Programs/Services RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the authorization of funds to implement the Special Education programs and services consistent with such recommendations from the CSE meetings of July 11, 2008 through August 14, 2008. Moved by: Nicholson Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 2.0 2.1 REPORTS Facilities Process – Michael Ginalski, Superintendent Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Schultz Superintendent Ginalski provided the Board of Education with a PowerPoint presentation outlining the facilities process. He answered questions from the Board of Education. 3.0 3.1 PERSONNEL ITEMS Resignation of Personnel Superintendent’s Recommendation: that the following resignations be accepted, with regret: Melissa Swan, Grade 5 at Lindley-Presho Elementary School, effective August 7, 2008. Charles Costello, Social Studies at East High School, effective August 31, 2008. Adam Robinson, Special Education 12:1:1 at East High School, effective August 12, 2008. Patricia Thornton, Teaching Assistant In-School Suspension, at East High School, effective August 20, 2008. 5. Florence Brouneus, Teaching Assistant Kindergarten at Hugh Gregg Elementary School, effective August 15, 2008. 6. Anne Galvin, Teaching Assistant Kindergarten at Erwin Valley Elementary School, effective August 5, 2008. 7. Jennifer Stampp, Teaching Assistant Grade 2 at Kent Phillips Elementary School, effective August 8, 2008. 1. 2. 3. 4. August 20, 2008 8. Jason Davis, Teaching Assistant Grade 2 at Calvin U. Smith Elementary School, effective August 12, 2008. 9. Domenic DiNardo, Jr., Bus Monitor, Bus Garage, effective August 13, 2008. Moved by: Nicholson Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 3.2 Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Tammaro Retirement of Personnel Superintendent’s Recommendation: that the Board of Education accepts, with genuine regret, the retirement requests of: 1. Patricia Gray, Secretary I at Corning Free Academy Middle School, effective August 31, 2009 after 18 years and 11 months of service. 2. Robert Rossi, Principal at Northside Blodgett Middle School, effective June 30, 2009 after 15 years and 10 months of service. The Board and administrators extend to Patricia Gray and Robert Rossi their deep appreciation for the years of faithful service rendered to this District and their best wishes for good health and happiness throughout their retirement years. The Board offers the following resolution: WHEREAS, Patricia Gray and Robert Rossi have served the children of the Corning-Painted Post area with distinction for many years, and WHEREAS, throughout the years they have consistently discharged their duties in an outstanding and highly professional manner, giving unselfishly of their time and efforts, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Corning-Painted Post Area School District, County of Steuben, State of New York, accepts with deep regret the retirement requests of Patricia Gray and Robert Rossi and records in the minutes of this meeting this expression of the Board’s deep appreciation of their devoted service, as well as its sensitivity to the loss from the staff of these trusted and valued employees. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Board be and hereby is instructed to transmit to Patricia Gray and Robert Rossi a copy of this expression of the Board’s gratitude. Moved by: Tammaro Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 3.3 Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Bulkley Appointment of Personnel Superintendent’s Recommendation: that the appointment of personnel listed on attachment 3.0 sections 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3 and 3.3.4 be approved, subject to the rules and regulations of the Board of Education and/or the Civil Service Commission. Moved by: Nicholson Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Wexell August 20, 2008 3.4 Change in Assignment and/or Status Superintendent’s Recommendation: that the request for change in assignment/status on attachment 3.0, section 3.4.1, 3.4.2 and 3.4.3 be approved, subject to the rules and regulations of the Board of Education and/or Civil Service Commission. Moved by: Schultz Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 4.0 4.1 A. BUSINESS ITEMS BUSINESS ITEMS - CONSENT AGENDA Bid Award Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Nicholson/Arkin that the Board approve the award of bids to vendors meeting specifications in accordance with the description of items and summary of information as listed on the “Bid Recommendation Report”, filed as part of the Board minutes. 09-019 Custodial Equipment Bid 09-021 Cooperative Food Bid 09-022 Cooperative Paper Bid B. Authorization to Appropriate $11,796.35 to the 2008-2009 Donovan Academy Budget that the Board authorize the appropriation of $11,796.35 to the 2008-2009 Donovan Academy budget, which includes $3,700 carry over funds to pay for encumbrances outstanding at the end of the 20072008 fiscal year; a $275 refund received for a prior year expenditure; and, $7,821.35 unexpended funds from the 2007-2008 budget that can be carried forward to the 2008-2009 fiscal year, for a new total program budget of $61,796.35. C. Authorization to Accept and Appropriate $690 to Special Aid Fund that the Board authorize the appropriation of $690 to “Special Aid Fund”, which is the amount earned by the students in the Alternative High School Program as part of their education experience, said funds to be used for field trips for those students. D. Authorization to Appropriate Federal Project Overhead Expenses to Special Aid Fund that the Board authorize the appropriation to “Special Aid Fund” of $20,000, which is the amount the District will receive from 2008-2009 indirect cost reimbursement. E. Appropriation of 2008-2009 New York State Targeted Pre-Kindergarten Grant that the Board authorize the appropriation of $300,164, the amount of New York State Targeted PreKindergarten Funds the District will receive for the 2008-2009 fiscal year, to the Special Aid Fund to be used in support of the District’s Pre-Kindergarten Program. F. Approval of 2008-2009 Preschool Special Education Program and Budget and Appropriation to Special Aid Fund that the Board approve the 2008-2009 Preschool Special Education Program and Budget (detailed budget attached and to be filed with these minutes) in the amount of $514,287, and authorize the appropriation of that amount to “Special Aid Fund”. Further, that the Board authorize the District to enter into the necessary program contracts with Steuben, Schuyler and Chemung Counties. August 20, 2008 G. Accept and Appropriate Triangle Fund Grant that the Board accept a grant from the Triangle Fund in the amount of $15,000 in support of the 20082009 High School Learning Center Program. Further, that the Board appropriate $15,000 to the “Special Aid Fund.” H. Accept and Appropriate $300 from the Northwest Evaluation Association that the Board accept a donation of $300 from the Northwest Evaluation Association for the purchase of supplies for Lindley-Presho Elementary School. Further, that the Board appropriate $300 to Revenue Code A2705 “Gifts and Donations,” and $300 to Expenditure Code A-2110-450-1301“Lindley-Presho Regular School Supplies.” I. Accept and Appropriate Corning Enterprises Grant that the Board accept a grant from Corning Enterprises in the amount of $35,000 in support of the 2008-2009 High School Learning Center Program. Further, that the Board appropriate $35,000 to the “Special Aid Fund.” J. Accept and Appropriate $1,500 from the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. that the Board accept a donation of $1,500 from the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc., in support of the Ernie Davis Mentoring Program at East High School. Further, that the Board appropriate $1,500 to the “Special Aid Fund.” K. Authorization to Accept and Appropriate Central Southern Tier Career Pathways Network Funds that the Board accept $2,200 from Central Southern Tier Career Pathways Network to be used for stipends for the Tech Prep Site Managers and Cluster Advisors at East and West High Schools. Further, that the Board appropriate these funds as follows: $2,200 to Revenue Code A2770 “Miscellaneous Revenue” and $2,200 to Expenditure Code A-2110-140-50 “Instructional Extra Salaries.” L. Accept and Appropriate $13,500 from Corning Community College that the Board accept $13,500 from Corning Community College through a grant from Corning Inc. for the purchase of Math, Science, and Technology materials, supplies and equipment for the classrooms of teachers who attended the MST Summer Teachers Institute at Corning Community College. Further, that the Board appropriate $13,500 the “Special Aid Fund.” Moved by: Wexell Seconded by: Nicholson Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb 4.2 Correction to the 2007-2008 Overdue Tax Warrant RESOLVED, that the 2007-2008 overdue tax warrant should be revised according to the schedule annexed hereto. Moved by: Tammaro Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Nicholson August 20, 2008 4.3 Approval of an Increase to the Tax Verification Fee RESOLVED, that the fee for school tax payment verifications be increased from $5 to $10 effective September 1, 2008. Moved by: Wexell Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 4.4 Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Nicholson Approval of Carry-Over Encumbrances of $658,462.62 Superintendent’s Recommendation: that the Board authorizes the carry-over of $658,462.62 from the 2007-2008 General Fund Budget to the 2008-2009 General Fund Budget to pay outstanding encumbrances and actual unpaid claims against the District as of June 30, 2008. Tammaro Moved by: Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 4.5 Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Nicholson Authorization to Fund Liability Reserve Superintendent’s Recommendation: that the Board authorizes funding of up to $555,000, to the Liability Reserve established by the Board April 21, 2004 pursuant to Section 1709(8-c) of the Education Law, funding to be provided by a transfer from unreserved, unappropriated Fund Balance available as of June 30, 2008 Moved by: Nicholson Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 4.6 Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Arkin Authorization to Fund Employee Benefit Accrued Liability Reserve Superintendent’s Recommendation: that the Board authorizes funding of up to $250,000, to the Employee Benefit Accrued Liability Reserve established by the Board April 21, 2004 pursuant to Section 1709(8-c) of the Education Law, funding to be provided by a transfer from unreserved, unappropriated Fund Balance available as of June 30, 2008 Wexell Moved by: Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 4.7 Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Nicholson Approval of Proposal from the NYS Department of Transportation RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 485 of the New York Transportation Law and Section 61 of the Finance Law, the District agrees to the terms and conditions of the June 20, 2008 proposal from the Department of Transportation for the installation, maintenance, operation fee and electric bill for a traffic light at the intersection of State Route 415 and the driveways to West High School. Moved by: Tammaro Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent Seconded by: 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb Schultz August 20, 2008 5.0 5.1 SPECIAL ITEMS Approval of 3rd Year Implementation of Master Plan Superintendent’s Recommendation: that the Board approves the plans for implementation of Year Three of the District’s Master Plan. Moved by: Tammaro Seconded by: Nicholson After discussion by the Board it was Moved by: Wexell Seconded by: Nicholson to table the motion to the September 3rd Board meeting pending revisions by the Superintendent to the Year 3 Master Plan Priorities. Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb 6.0 FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Carlson noted that he is working on a list of future agenda items that will be reviewed and discussed with the Superintendent and presented to the Board. 7.0 BOARD MEMBER REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION Mr. Bulkley requested information relative to the process for obtaining approval signatures on the “Field Trip Request” forms. Mr. Ginalski explained the process. Mr. Carlson also requested information relative to how athletic trips for District teams are funded. Mr. Ginalski explained the process. 8.0 None VISITOR COMMENTS: None ADJOURNMENT Wexell Seconded by: Tammaro Moved by: Aye 7 Nay 0 Absent 2 Accepted Flynn, Webb BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. Submitted by, Karen R. Dutcher, Clerk Corning City School District /krd