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Roll Call: 10 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. - PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL CONFERENCE ROOM
Mr. Brice called the meeting to order at approximately 7:05 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Conference Room at 28 Franklin Place, Pelham, NY 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION was made by Mr. Howard, seconded by Dr. Arden and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss the financial, credit or employment history of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden, and unanimously caried to recess at 8:40 p.m. at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in the Pelham Middle School Library.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN THE PMS LIBRARY
Motion to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. (Approved)
5. CALL TO ORDER - PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL LIBRARY - 8:30 P.M.
Mr. Brice called the meeting to order at approximately 8:51 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Library and welcomed everyone to the meeting. All stood for he Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Eicher reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately 22 community members/staff attended.
Mr. Brice noted that the agenda for this evening's meeting was very full and that reports would be heard concerning the update on the Colonial project and the Tri-State Math report, along with a discussion on policy.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1 Motion to Approve Minutes of the Special Meeting of November 2, 2009
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1 Construction Committee Report
Mr. Brice spoke about the truly unortunate accident on the Colonial School project and that, through it all, everyone has been dedicated to keeping this project moving forward. He thanked them for their diligent efforts. On hand to report to the Board were, Mr. Firneis of Savin Engineering and Mr. Gisolfi from Gisolfi Associates. Both gentlemen responded to the Board’s questions. The Board Construction committee recommended the continuation of Wager Construction on the Colonial project.
7.2 Tri-State Mathematics Report
Kathy McGrath shared the K-12 math program report with the Board. Dr. Limato spoke about K-5 mathematics. Ms. Massaro spoke about 6 - 12 math.
At approximately 11:01 p.m., Mrs. Kiernan joined the meeting.
After some additional discussion, the Board thanked the presenters.
8. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
The Board heard comments and took questions, mostly on the Colonial construction project. Mr. Brice thanked the audience for being at the meeting to hear this report. When Mr. Brice polled the Board, they came to consensus to go forward with Wager on the Colonial project.
With the consent of the Board, Mr. Brice called for a short break in the meeting.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1 Motion to Accept Financial Report for the Periods Ending October 31, 2009
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.2 Motion to Accept Payments of Obligation
9.3 Motion to Approve an Amendment to the Pelham School District 403(B) Retirement Plan
Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 02:46:09)
9.4 Motion to Approve District Auditors
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.5 Motion to Approve a Transportation Contract with the New Rochelle School District for the 2009-2010 School Year
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.6 Motion to Approve an Agreement with Special Testing Laboratories (STL)
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.7 Motion to Accept the Bid Withdrawal for Mace Contracting Corporation
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.8 Motion to Approve a Rental Agreement With Sarah Lawrence College for Swim Team Practice and Meets
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.9 Motion to Approve the Shared Playing Fields and Recreation/Athletic Facilities Use and Maintenance Agreement
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.10 Motion to Designate Equipment Obsolete
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.11 Motion to Approve Fabric Science Order from Delta Education, Inc.
9.12 Motion to Accept Donations
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MOTIONS
10.1 Motion to Approve Schedule B - Extra-Duty Appointments
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mr. Howard.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10.2 Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff and Teaching Assistants
Motion to the following, as amended: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to the following, as amended: (Approved)
10.3 Motion to Approve Schedule D - Committee on Special Education
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. NEW BUSINESS
Hearing none, Mr. Brice moved forward on the agenda.
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 12:06 a.m. Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 12:06 a.m. (Approved)
Nov 23, 2009 Regular Board of Education Meeting
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Roll Call: 10 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. - PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL CONFERENCE ROOM
Mr. Brice called the meeting to order at approximately 7:05 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Conference Room at 28 Franklin Place, Pelham, NY 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION was made by Mr. Howard, seconded by Dr. Arden and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss the financial, credit or employment history of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden, and unanimously caried to recess at 8:40 p.m. at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in the Pelham Middle School Library.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN THE PMS LIBRARY
Motion to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. (Approved)
5. CALL TO ORDER - PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL LIBRARY - 8:30 P.M.
Mr. Brice called the meeting to order at approximately 8:51 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Library and welcomed everyone to the meeting. All stood for he Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Eicher reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately 22 community members/staff attended.
Mr. Brice noted that the agenda for this evening's meeting was very full and that reports would be heard concerning the update on the Colonial project and the Tri-State Math report, along with a discussion on policy.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1 Motion to Approve Minutes of the Special Meeting of November 2, 2009
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1 Construction Committee Report
Mr. Brice spoke about the truly unortunate accident on the Colonial School project and that, through it all, everyone has been dedicated to keeping this project moving forward. He thanked them for their diligent efforts. On hand to report to the Board were, Mr. Firneis of Savin Engineering and Mr. Gisolfi from Gisolfi Associates. Both gentlemen responded to the Board’s questions. The Board Construction committee recommended the continuation of Wager Construction on the Colonial project.
7.2 Tri-State Mathematics Report
Kathy McGrath shared the K-12 math program report with the Board. Dr. Limato spoke about K-5 mathematics. Ms. Massaro spoke about 6 - 12 math.
At approximately 11:01 p.m., Mrs. Kiernan joined the meeting.
After some additional discussion, the Board thanked the presenters.
8. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
The Board heard comments and took questions, mostly on the Colonial construction project. Mr. Brice thanked the audience for being at the meeting to hear this report. When Mr. Brice polled the Board, they came to consensus to go forward with Wager on the Colonial project.
With the consent of the Board, Mr. Brice called for a short break in the meeting.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1 Motion to Accept Financial Report for the Periods Ending October 31, 2009
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.2 Motion to Accept Payments of Obligation
9.3 Motion to Approve an Amendment to the Pelham School District 403(B) Retirement Plan
Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 02:46:09)
9.4 Motion to Approve District Auditors
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.5 Motion to Approve a Transportation Contract with the New Rochelle School District for the 2009-2010 School Year
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.6 Motion to Approve an Agreement with Special Testing Laboratories (STL)
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.7 Motion to Accept the Bid Withdrawal for Mace Contracting Corporation
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.8 Motion to Approve a Rental Agreement With Sarah Lawrence College for Swim Team Practice and Meets
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.9 Motion to Approve the Shared Playing Fields and Recreation/Athletic Facilities Use and Maintenance Agreement
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.10 Motion to Designate Equipment Obsolete
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.11 Motion to Approve Fabric Science Order from Delta Education, Inc.
9.12 Motion to Accept Donations
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MOTIONS
10.1 Motion to Approve Schedule B - Extra-Duty Appointments
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mr. Howard.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10.2 Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff and Teaching Assistants
Motion to the following, as amended: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to the following, as amended: (Approved)
10.3 Motion to Approve Schedule D - Committee on Special Education
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. NEW BUSINESS
Hearing none, Mr. Brice moved forward on the agenda.
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 12:06 a.m. Moved by Mr. Eicher, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 12:06 a.m. (Approved)
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