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Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
1. CALL TO ORDER - SUPERINTENDENT'S CONFERENCE ROOM - 6:00 P.M.
President Kiernan called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m. in the Superintendent's Conference Room at 18 Franklin Place.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION was made by Mr. Cavanagh, seconded by Ms. O'Leary and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law (Pelham Administrators' Association, CSEA Building Services and CSEA Non-Instructional Unit).
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Mrs. Gilland, seconded by Mrs. Smith, and unanimously carried to recess at 8:07 p.m., at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in PMHS's Alumni Hall.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN PMHS ALUMNI HALL
MOTION was made by Dr. Arden, seconded by Ms. O'Leary and unanimously carried to approve to reconvene in a public meeting.
5. CALL TO ORDER - 575 COLONIAL AVENUE - ALUMNI HALL - 8:00 PM
Mrs. Kiernan called the meeting to order at approximately 8:04 p.m. in Pelham Memorial High School's Alumni Hall and welcomed everyone to the meeting. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Arden reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately five staff and community members attended.
Mrs. Kiernan and Dr. Lauro expressed their sympathy to everyone hurt by Hurricane Sandy and were hopeful that "normal" would soon return. They thanked school personnel for their vigilance before, during and after the storm. They also thanked Senator Jeff Klein for the donation of pasta dinner to those in need. When Mrs. Kiernan asked about how we could accommodate students/families who did not yet have power, Dr. Lauro mentioned times when the buildings would be open, that teachers are adjusting assignments and that the reporting quarter will be extended an extra day.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of September 24, 2012
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Gilland, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1 Administrative and Committee Reports
Mr. Cavanagh reported that the Turf Field Committee had begun to intview turf field manufacturers. Along with one more planned interview, the committee would then report back to the Buildings and Grounds Committee and ultimately to the full Board.
Mrs. Smith shared that some of the topics discussed by the recently planned informal meeting set up by the Community Engagement Committee at the MAD Cafe on October 14th were curruculum and report cards. The next meeting time/date will be announced shortly.
7.2 Policy 5510 "Accounting of Funds" (first reading)
Representing the Policy Committee, Dr. Arden noted that tonight would be a first reading of Policy 5510 "Accounting of Funds." Mr. Rubbo suggested two changes to the policy. Those changes will be incorporated into the document for the second reading on November 19. If the public would like to comment, they should please contacat the Board.
8. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
8.1 Motion for District Wide Roof Maintenance with Watsky Associates, Inc.
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
8.2 Motion to Approve Addendum to Agreement with Symmetry Physical Therapy and Wellness, LLC
8.3 Motion to Amend the Pelham Public Schools 403(b) Retirement Plan
8.4 Motion for Disposal of Obsolete Text Books
9. SUPERINTENDENT'S PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
9.1 Motion to Approve Schedule A - Certificated Staff
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.2 Motion to Approve Schedule B - Extra Duty Appointments
9.3 Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff and Teaching Assistants
9.4 Motion to Approve Schedule D - Committee on Special Education (Confidential)
10. NEW BUSINESS
Mrs. Matthews extended an invitation to everyone for an upcoming SEPTA event, "Breakfast for Dinner With the Characters" on Friday, November 9 from 6-8 pm in Cafeteria C.
Dr. Lauro said that because of the recent storm, adjustments should be considered to the Board's schedule of reports for this year. A revised schedule will be posted on the district web site.
Mrs. Kiernan reported that our search consultants are on course with interviewing potential candidates.
Dr. Arden shared a recent conversation that she had with Richard Davidian who is in charge of "special needs cases" for the Pelham Civic Association. The Civics' are working on a new project involving computers for some children and they are hoping to get some direction from the Board in this regard.
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Parents were concerned about losing an entire week of school because of Hurricane Sandy and would like to know how the loss of that time will affect the remaining school calendar. Dr. Lauro said that he will keep everyone posted as there may be legislation on that topic.
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:51 p.m. Moved by Mrs. Gilland, seconded by Mrs. Smith.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:51 p.m. (Approved)
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Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
1. CALL TO ORDER - SUPERINTENDENT'S CONFERENCE ROOM - 6:00 P.M.
President Kiernan called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m. in the Superintendent's Conference Room at 18 Franklin Place.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION was made by Mr. Cavanagh, seconded by Ms. O'Leary and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law (Pelham Administrators' Association, CSEA Building Services and CSEA Non-Instructional Unit).
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Mrs. Gilland, seconded by Mrs. Smith, and unanimously carried to recess at 8:07 p.m., at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in PMHS's Alumni Hall.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN PMHS ALUMNI HALL
MOTION was made by Dr. Arden, seconded by Ms. O'Leary and unanimously carried to approve to reconvene in a public meeting.
5. CALL TO ORDER - 575 COLONIAL AVENUE - ALUMNI HALL - 8:00 PM
Mrs. Kiernan called the meeting to order at approximately 8:04 p.m. in Pelham Memorial High School's Alumni Hall and welcomed everyone to the meeting. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Arden reiterated the previously noted executive session motions. Approximately five staff and community members attended.
Mrs. Kiernan and Dr. Lauro expressed their sympathy to everyone hurt by Hurricane Sandy and were hopeful that "normal" would soon return. They thanked school personnel for their vigilance before, during and after the storm. They also thanked Senator Jeff Klein for the donation of pasta dinner to those in need. When Mrs. Kiernan asked about how we could accommodate students/families who did not yet have power, Dr. Lauro mentioned times when the buildings would be open, that teachers are adjusting assignments and that the reporting quarter will be extended an extra day.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of September 24, 2012
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mrs. Gilland, seconded by Ms. O'Leary.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1 Administrative and Committee Reports
Mr. Cavanagh reported that the Turf Field Committee had begun to intview turf field manufacturers. Along with one more planned interview, the committee would then report back to the Buildings and Grounds Committee and ultimately to the full Board.
Mrs. Smith shared that some of the topics discussed by the recently planned informal meeting set up by the Community Engagement Committee at the MAD Cafe on October 14th were curruculum and report cards. The next meeting time/date will be announced shortly.
7.2 Policy 5510 "Accounting of Funds" (first reading)
Representing the Policy Committee, Dr. Arden noted that tonight would be a first reading of Policy 5510 "Accounting of Funds." Mr. Rubbo suggested two changes to the policy. Those changes will be incorporated into the document for the second reading on November 19. If the public would like to comment, they should please contacat the Board.
8. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
8.1 Motion for District Wide Roof Maintenance with Watsky Associates, Inc.
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
8.2 Motion to Approve Addendum to Agreement with Symmetry Physical Therapy and Wellness, LLC
8.3 Motion to Amend the Pelham Public Schools 403(b) Retirement Plan
8.4 Motion for Disposal of Obsolete Text Books
9. SUPERINTENDENT'S PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
9.1 Motion to Approve Schedule A - Certificated Staff
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.2 Motion to Approve Schedule B - Extra Duty Appointments
9.3 Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff and Teaching Assistants
9.4 Motion to Approve Schedule D - Committee on Special Education (Confidential)
10. NEW BUSINESS
Mrs. Matthews extended an invitation to everyone for an upcoming SEPTA event, "Breakfast for Dinner With the Characters" on Friday, November 9 from 6-8 pm in Cafeteria C.
Dr. Lauro said that because of the recent storm, adjustments should be considered to the Board's schedule of reports for this year. A revised schedule will be posted on the district web site.
Mrs. Kiernan reported that our search consultants are on course with interviewing potential candidates.
Dr. Arden shared a recent conversation that she had with Richard Davidian who is in charge of "special needs cases" for the Pelham Civic Association. The Civics' are working on a new project involving computers for some children and they are hoping to get some direction from the Board in this regard.
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Parents were concerned about losing an entire week of school because of Hurricane Sandy and would like to know how the loss of that time will affect the remaining school calendar. Dr. Lauro said that he will keep everyone posted as there may be legislation on that topic.
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:51 p.m. Moved by Mrs. Gilland, seconded by Mrs. Smith.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:51 p.m. (Approved)
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