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Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:30 P.M. - SUPERINTENDENT'S CONFERENCE ROOM, 18 FRANKLIN PLACE
President Eicher called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m. in the Superintendent's Conference Room, 18 Franklin Place, Pelham, New York 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE
MOTION was made by Mrs. Gilland, seconded by Ms. O'Leary and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss the record of a particular student and the employment history of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan and unanimously carried to recess at 8:05 p.m., at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in the Superintendent’s Conference Room, 18 Franklin Place.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN PMHS ALUMNI HALL
MOTION was made by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary and unanimously carried to approve to reconvene in a public meeting in the PMHS Alumni Hall.
5. CALL TO ORDER - 8:00 P.M.
Mr. Eicher called the meeting to order at approximately 8:10 p.m. in Alumni Hall and welcomed everyone. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Arden reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately 56 staff and community members attended.
Mr. Eicher welcomed eveyone to Alumni Hall, pointing out some of the architectural features of the newly refurbished space, such as the staned glass windows and reproduction light fixtures. He noted the donation of a bronze sculpture of Michael Schwerner by former classmate (Class of 1957), Mr. Doug Morton, and the donation of an American flag by the Town of Pelham in rememberance of Pelham's 911 victims as appropriate memorials to Alumni Hall.
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1. Student Recognition
Dr. Terry thank everyone for allowing the science students to be the first students recognized in the Alumni Hall venue. He introduced Mr. Schembari and Mr. Lindley who would call forward the students from the Science Olympiads and Robotics Team to demonstrate their projects to the Board. The Board interacted with the students and teachers and expressed pride in their accomplishments. Dr. Terry thanked the Board and the Pelham Education Foundation for supporting the students..
Mr. Farrell recognize Steven Wessman for winning first place in the National History Day Competition - Indivisual Research Paper. Mr. Wessman share a little about his paper with the Board and thanked Mrs. Thompson and Mr. Scott for all of their help. Also placing second in the National History Day Competition - Individual Exhibit, was Julia Serafin who was unable to attend the meeting. The Board congratulated both students.
Mr. Eicher Bob next made what he called a "bittersweet announcement" - the retirement of Dr. Lauro. Mr. Eicher shared some of Dr. Lauro’s many professional accomplishments and talents, noting that Dr. Lauro will leave a strong legacy in the Pelham Schools. He thanked Dr. Lauro for his tireless work and wished him well, noting that the retirement would be effective as of December 31, 2012. The Board and audience stood and applauded Dr. Lauro.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1. Motion to Approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 2, 2012
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7.2. Administrative and Committee Reports
Hearing none, Mr. Eicher moved forward on the agenda.
7.3. Discussion of 2012-2013 Proposed School Budget
As a follow up to previous Board questions, Mr. Farrell explained how the secondary master schedule is built. The Board asked questions a discussion began.
Discussion of the proposed 2012-2013 School Budget continued with the Board considering the use of emloyee retirement system reserves to lower the tax levy increase. Through a straw poll, the Board finally agreed on an increase of 2.6%, which would keep the percentage below the district’s tax levy cap of 3.05%.
8. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mr. Eicher called for public comments, which included: a question on the interest rate for the five-year contract with SWBOCES for computer services, questions about full-time equivalents and overages, and questions regarding standards based report cards.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1. Motion to Adopt the Preliminary 2012-13 School Year Budget
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Hearle, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
Mr. Eicher asked each Board Member to now comment on why they would support the proposed budget. Comments included: thanks to the public and staff for their input and hard work, still have concern for district's financial future, appreciation for everyone's effort to preserve program and process is important.
10.1. Motion to Approve Schedule A - Certificated Staff
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
The Board congratulated Dr. Roelle on his appointment.
9.2. Motions Pertaining to the Annual School District Budget Vote and Member Election
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.3. Motion to Enter into a Five-Year Contract with Southern Westchester BOCES to Furnish Certain Computer Services Contingent Upon Voter Approval of the 2012-2013 Budget
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.4. Motion to Approve Agreement Between Futuristics Research, Inc. and the Pelham Union Free School District
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.5. Motion to Approve Pelham Middle School Trip to The Fresh Air Fund - Sharpe Reservation, May 2-4, 2012
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.6. Motion To Accept Donations
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
Mr. Eicher thanked the Pelham Education Foundation for their steadfast and frequent support of our schools. He also thanked Mr. Doug Morton for the very generous gift of the bronze sculpure.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MOTIONS
10.2. Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff and Teaching Assistants
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. NEW BUSINESS
Dr. Lauro reminded everyone about the SEPTA program this coming Wednesday at 7:30 p.m, and also the next Board meeting, which is scheduled for Tuesday, April 24th at 8:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall.
Mr. Giarrizzo announced that two PMHS students recently accomplished recognition in math (Brian Reidel in the US Math Olympics) and film (Alex Kiggins - Hendrick Hudsn Film Festival).
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn at approximately 11:01 p.m. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve to adjourn at approximately 11:01 p.m. (Approved)
Apr 16, 2012 Regular Board of Education Meeting
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Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:30 P.M. - SUPERINTENDENT'S CONFERENCE ROOM, 18 FRANKLIN PLACE
President Eicher called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m. in the Superintendent's Conference Room, 18 Franklin Place, Pelham, New York 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE
MOTION was made by Mrs. Gilland, seconded by Ms. O'Leary and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss the record of a particular student and the employment history of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan and unanimously carried to recess at 8:05 p.m., at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in the Superintendent’s Conference Room, 18 Franklin Place.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN PMHS ALUMNI HALL
MOTION was made by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary and unanimously carried to approve to reconvene in a public meeting in the PMHS Alumni Hall.
5. CALL TO ORDER - 8:00 P.M.
Mr. Eicher called the meeting to order at approximately 8:10 p.m. in Alumni Hall and welcomed everyone. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Arden reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately 56 staff and community members attended.
Mr. Eicher welcomed eveyone to Alumni Hall, pointing out some of the architectural features of the newly refurbished space, such as the staned glass windows and reproduction light fixtures. He noted the donation of a bronze sculpture of Michael Schwerner by former classmate (Class of 1957), Mr. Doug Morton, and the donation of an American flag by the Town of Pelham in rememberance of Pelham's 911 victims as appropriate memorials to Alumni Hall.
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1. Student Recognition
Dr. Terry thank everyone for allowing the science students to be the first students recognized in the Alumni Hall venue. He introduced Mr. Schembari and Mr. Lindley who would call forward the students from the Science Olympiads and Robotics Team to demonstrate their projects to the Board. The Board interacted with the students and teachers and expressed pride in their accomplishments. Dr. Terry thanked the Board and the Pelham Education Foundation for supporting the students..
Mr. Farrell recognize Steven Wessman for winning first place in the National History Day Competition - Indivisual Research Paper. Mr. Wessman share a little about his paper with the Board and thanked Mrs. Thompson and Mr. Scott for all of their help. Also placing second in the National History Day Competition - Individual Exhibit, was Julia Serafin who was unable to attend the meeting. The Board congratulated both students.
Mr. Eicher Bob next made what he called a "bittersweet announcement" - the retirement of Dr. Lauro. Mr. Eicher shared some of Dr. Lauro’s many professional accomplishments and talents, noting that Dr. Lauro will leave a strong legacy in the Pelham Schools. He thanked Dr. Lauro for his tireless work and wished him well, noting that the retirement would be effective as of December 31, 2012. The Board and audience stood and applauded Dr. Lauro.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1. Motion to Approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 2, 2012
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7.2. Administrative and Committee Reports
Hearing none, Mr. Eicher moved forward on the agenda.
7.3. Discussion of 2012-2013 Proposed School Budget
As a follow up to previous Board questions, Mr. Farrell explained how the secondary master schedule is built. The Board asked questions a discussion began.
Discussion of the proposed 2012-2013 School Budget continued with the Board considering the use of emloyee retirement system reserves to lower the tax levy increase. Through a straw poll, the Board finally agreed on an increase of 2.6%, which would keep the percentage below the district’s tax levy cap of 3.05%.
8. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mr. Eicher called for public comments, which included: a question on the interest rate for the five-year contract with SWBOCES for computer services, questions about full-time equivalents and overages, and questions regarding standards based report cards.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1. Motion to Adopt the Preliminary 2012-13 School Year Budget
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Hearle, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
Mr. Eicher asked each Board Member to now comment on why they would support the proposed budget. Comments included: thanks to the public and staff for their input and hard work, still have concern for district's financial future, appreciation for everyone's effort to preserve program and process is important.
10.1. Motion to Approve Schedule A - Certificated Staff
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
The Board congratulated Dr. Roelle on his appointment.
9.2. Motions Pertaining to the Annual School District Budget Vote and Member Election
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.3. Motion to Enter into a Five-Year Contract with Southern Westchester BOCES to Furnish Certain Computer Services Contingent Upon Voter Approval of the 2012-2013 Budget
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.4. Motion to Approve Agreement Between Futuristics Research, Inc. and the Pelham Union Free School District
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Dr. Arden, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.5. Motion to Approve Pelham Middle School Trip to The Fresh Air Fund - Sharpe Reservation, May 2-4, 2012
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.6. Motion To Accept Donations
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
Mr. Eicher thanked the Pelham Education Foundation for their steadfast and frequent support of our schools. He also thanked Mr. Doug Morton for the very generous gift of the bronze sculpure.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MOTIONS
10.2. Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff and Teaching Assistants
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Kiernan, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. NEW BUSINESS
Dr. Lauro reminded everyone about the SEPTA program this coming Wednesday at 7:30 p.m, and also the next Board meeting, which is scheduled for Tuesday, April 24th at 8:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall.
Mr. Giarrizzo announced that two PMHS students recently accomplished recognition in math (Brian Reidel in the US Math Olympics) and film (Alex Kiggins - Hendrick Hudsn Film Festival).
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn at approximately 11:01 p.m. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Kiernan.
Vote to Approve to adjourn at approximately 11:01 p.m. (Approved)
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