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Roll Call: 10 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:30 P.M. - PMS CONFERENCE ROOM
President Eicher called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Conference Room at 28 Franklin Place, Pelham, New York 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE
MOTION was made by Mr. Hearle, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss the financial, credit and/or employment history of a particular person and/or corporation and matters leading to the appointment of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Mr. Hearle, seconded by Mr. Howard, and unanimously carried to recess at 8:00 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. Howard, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. (Approved)
5. CALL TO ORDER - PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL LIBRARY - 8:00 P.M.
Mr. Eicher called the meting to order at approximately 8:04 p.m. and welcomed everyone. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Arden reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately 23 staff and community members were in attendance.
Mr. Eicher extended the Board’s condolences to the families of two young men who recently lost their lives, Aaron Rossman (Class of 2006) and John Frankel (Class of 2007).
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of December 20, 2010
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Howard, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1 PMS Students and Staff Present Frost Valley Experience
PMS Principal, Mr. Longobardi and PMS teacher, Mr. Roksvold, along with several Middle School 8th graders spoke to the Board about their experiences and challenges during a three-day stay at Frost Valley YMCA earlier this year. With all eighth graders enrolled in earth science, Mr. Roksvold said the Frost Valley experience gave the students an opportunity to see for themselves many of the concepts they are learning about in geology, astronomy, and environmental stewardship. Assistant Principal, Ms. Sabia, also participated in the field trip. The Board asked questions of the students and Mr. Longobardi commended Mr. Roksvold for the tremendous amount of planning that he did to put the program together.
7.2 Motion to Approve Tenure Recommendation
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
Dr. Lauro said that one of his most important duties is to award tenure and that he is very pleased to do so tonight for Justin Longobardi, whom he has watched grow with pleasure. Mrs. Clark gave some background on Mr. Longobardi after which the Board unanimously approved his tenure and extended their congratulations.
Mr. Eicher called for a short break.
7.3 Student Community Engagement/WISE Program - Continued Discussion
The Board continued its discussion on whether to require commuity service as a graduation reuirement. The Board will entertain a resolution at its next meeting on the community service idea for an 8th grade pilot before they move to 9-12. The pilot would start this half year.
There were no community comments offered on this subject., when called for by Mr. Eicher.
7.4 Board Committee Reports
Mr. Howard reported that the 5000 policy series has been reviewed by the Policy Committee.
Mr. Hearle reported that the Community Engagement Committee would like to suggest a district forum that would engage the community in a dialogue. He and the committee feel that two representatives from every organization/group in Pelham should be invited to participate in a discussion that would be used to guide the development of the budget and other ideas. The forum would be convened on a Saturday in February. All information gleened from the forum would then be shared with everone at the next school board meeting.
Mr. Eicher reported that we should expect a 2% tax levy cap by the state, which will present a real challenge for the future. This expectation will certainly require the board’s consideration. Dr. Lauro explained his time line for presenting the superintendent’s budget to the Board so that the most up-to-date state information is included.
8. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Hearing none, Mr. Eicher moved forward on the agenda.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1 Resolution To Approve Standard Work Day And Reporting
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.2 Motion to Approve the Tax Certiorari Settlement Associated with Cumberland Farms, Inc.
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.3 Motion to Transfer Certain Amount in the 2006 and 2007 Tax Certiorari Reserve Fund to the General Fund and Transfer These Funds to the Debt Service Reserve Fund
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Cavanagh, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.4 Resolution Of The Pelham Union Free School District, New York, Adopted January 3, 2010, Authorizing The Redemption Prior To Maturity Of Certain Serial Bonds Of Said District; Appropriating Said Amounts Therefor; And Making Other Determinations Relative Thereto
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Mr. Howard.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.5 Resolution to Prepay the Master Lease-Purchase Agreement with Chase Equipment Leading, Inc.
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.6 Motion to Accept Donations
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MOTIONS
10.1 Motion to Approve Schedule A - Certificated Staff
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10.2 Motion to Approve Schedule B - Extra-Duty Appointments
10.3 Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff & Teaching Assistants
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mr. Howard.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10.4 Motion to Approve Schedule D - Committee on Special Education
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. NEW BUSINESS
Dr. Lauro said that he will work with Mr. Hearle to plan the February 12th community forum. He suggested that everyone keep their calendars open.
12. ADJOURN
Mr. Eicher wished everyone a safe, successful and happy new year.
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 9:39 p.m. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 9:39 p.m. (Approved)
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Roll Call: 10 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:30 P.M. - PMS CONFERENCE ROOM
President Eicher called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. in the Pelham Middle School Conference Room at 28 Franklin Place, Pelham, New York 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE
MOTION was made by Mr. Hearle, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss the financial, credit and/or employment history of a particular person and/or corporation and matters leading to the appointment of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Mr. Hearle, seconded by Mr. Howard, and unanimously carried to recess at 8:00 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. Howard, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. (Approved)
5. CALL TO ORDER - PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL LIBRARY - 8:00 P.M.
Mr. Eicher called the meting to order at approximately 8:04 p.m. and welcomed everyone. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Arden reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately 23 staff and community members were in attendance.
Mr. Eicher extended the Board’s condolences to the families of two young men who recently lost their lives, Aaron Rossman (Class of 2006) and John Frankel (Class of 2007).
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of December 20, 2010
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Howard, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1 PMS Students and Staff Present Frost Valley Experience
PMS Principal, Mr. Longobardi and PMS teacher, Mr. Roksvold, along with several Middle School 8th graders spoke to the Board about their experiences and challenges during a three-day stay at Frost Valley YMCA earlier this year. With all eighth graders enrolled in earth science, Mr. Roksvold said the Frost Valley experience gave the students an opportunity to see for themselves many of the concepts they are learning about in geology, astronomy, and environmental stewardship. Assistant Principal, Ms. Sabia, also participated in the field trip. The Board asked questions of the students and Mr. Longobardi commended Mr. Roksvold for the tremendous amount of planning that he did to put the program together.
7.2 Motion to Approve Tenure Recommendation
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
Dr. Lauro said that one of his most important duties is to award tenure and that he is very pleased to do so tonight for Justin Longobardi, whom he has watched grow with pleasure. Mrs. Clark gave some background on Mr. Longobardi after which the Board unanimously approved his tenure and extended their congratulations.
Mr. Eicher called for a short break.
7.3 Student Community Engagement/WISE Program - Continued Discussion
The Board continued its discussion on whether to require commuity service as a graduation reuirement. The Board will entertain a resolution at its next meeting on the community service idea for an 8th grade pilot before they move to 9-12. The pilot would start this half year.
There were no community comments offered on this subject., when called for by Mr. Eicher.
7.4 Board Committee Reports
Mr. Howard reported that the 5000 policy series has been reviewed by the Policy Committee.
Mr. Hearle reported that the Community Engagement Committee would like to suggest a district forum that would engage the community in a dialogue. He and the committee feel that two representatives from every organization/group in Pelham should be invited to participate in a discussion that would be used to guide the development of the budget and other ideas. The forum would be convened on a Saturday in February. All information gleened from the forum would then be shared with everone at the next school board meeting.
Mr. Eicher reported that we should expect a 2% tax levy cap by the state, which will present a real challenge for the future. This expectation will certainly require the board’s consideration. Dr. Lauro explained his time line for presenting the superintendent’s budget to the Board so that the most up-to-date state information is included.
8. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Hearing none, Mr. Eicher moved forward on the agenda.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1 Resolution To Approve Standard Work Day And Reporting
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.2 Motion to Approve the Tax Certiorari Settlement Associated with Cumberland Farms, Inc.
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.3 Motion to Transfer Certain Amount in the 2006 and 2007 Tax Certiorari Reserve Fund to the General Fund and Transfer These Funds to the Debt Service Reserve Fund
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Cavanagh, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.4 Resolution Of The Pelham Union Free School District, New York, Adopted January 3, 2010, Authorizing The Redemption Prior To Maturity Of Certain Serial Bonds Of Said District; Appropriating Said Amounts Therefor; And Making Other Determinations Relative Thereto
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Mr. Howard.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.5 Resolution to Prepay the Master Lease-Purchase Agreement with Chase Equipment Leading, Inc.
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.6 Motion to Accept Donations
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MOTIONS
10.1 Motion to Approve Schedule A - Certificated Staff
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10.2 Motion to Approve Schedule B - Extra-Duty Appointments
10.3 Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff & Teaching Assistants
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mr. Howard.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
10.4 Motion to Approve Schedule D - Committee on Special Education
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. NEW BUSINESS
Dr. Lauro said that he will work with Mr. Hearle to plan the February 12th community forum. He suggested that everyone keep their calendars open.
12. ADJOURN
Mr. Eicher wished everyone a safe, successful and happy new year.
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 9:39 p.m. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Dr. Arden.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 9:39 p.m. (Approved)
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