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1. CALL TO ORDER - SUPERINTENDENT'S CONFERENCE ROOM - 7:00 P.M.
Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mrs. Kiernan called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. in the Superintendent's Conference Room at 18 Franklin Place, Pelham New York 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION was made by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Gilland and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law (Pelham Administrators' Association) and the employment history of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Ms. Smith, and unanimously carried to recess at 8:14 p.m., at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in PMHS Alumni Hall.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN PMHS ALUMNI HALL
Motion to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. (Approved)
5. CALL TO ORDER - 575 COLONIAL AVENUE - ALUMNI HALL - 8:00 P.M.
Mrs. Kiernan called the meeting to order at approximately 8:24 p.m. in Alumni Hall, 575 Colonial Avenue, Pelham, New York. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Cavanagh reiterated the executive session motions. Approximately three members of the public and staff attended. Mrs. Kiernan wished everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day and then suggested that the Board get right into the continuation of the budget conversation.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 24, 2014
Motion to Approve 6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 24, 2014 Moved by Mr. Imperato, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve 6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 24, 2014 (Approved) (Recorded at 00:01:49)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1 Superintendent's Report
Mr. Giarrizzo informed the group that the next strategic planning meeting is scheduled for March 19th. The committee is looking forward to finalizing strategic targets and moving forward with action plans.
Mr. Giarrizzo shared that Pelham won 24 awards during the Westchester Science and Engineering Fair. Also our Science Olympiad Research students are doing really well.
Regarding the March 10th lockdown at Siwanoy School, Mr. Giarrizzo said that several facility related items have been identified. He gave enormous credit to Mrs. Gilbert and the Siwanoy staff who knew what to do. Mr. Rubbo has been charged with spearheading a safety and security committee. Mr. Giarrizzo said we will not rest until things are working as they should.
7.2 Board of Education Committee Reports
Hearing none, Mrs. Kiernan moved forward on the agenda.
7.3 Veterans' Tax Exemption Discussion
Mrs. Kiernan asked Mr. Rubbo to bring the Board up to date on this topic. He said that he is working with the Pelham Assessor's office to try to ascertain the impact of this possible resolution. He said he would have more information forthcoming for the Board and indicated that most other districts are taking their time acting on this item. Mrs. Kiernan acknowleged that conversation of the exemption would certainly continue.
7.4 Discussion of Proposed Budget for 2014-2015 School Year
Mr. Rubbo relayed that the budget is certainly a work in progress as the district is awaiting information that will come from the state budget. Mrs. Kiernan summarized by stating that we were waiting on things over which we have no control.
8. NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Rubbo reminded the public that transportation applications are due no later than April 1st. They are required even if you are just considering the idea of a private school for your child. Parents should please be certain to obtain a receipt from the Business Office when applying.
Ms. Smith shared that the district website will give the communty acces to advocacy letters about the Gap Elimination Act. Please read through and send them off to your representatives. She also announced that the next Board coffee will be at the Bakery at Four Corners on April 4th at 9:00 am.
Mr. Cavanagh reported that the PMHS Olympics was a week ago, Friday and the freshmen finished second. He expressed his appreciation for this program and the opportunity it affords the classes to become solidified.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1 Motion to Approve the Side Letter of Agreement between the Pelham Union Free School District and the Pelham Building Service Employees Unit
Motion to Approve the followng: Moved by Mr. Imperato, seconded by Mr. Recca.
Vote to Approve the followng: (Approved)
9.2 Motion to Approve the Independent Contractor Service Agreement with Laura Mole
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Recca, seconded by Mr. Imperato.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.3 Resolution Calling for the Annual School District Budget Vote and Member Election
Motion to Approve 9.3 Resolution Calling for the Annual School District Budget Vote and Member Election Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Ms. Smith.
Vote to Approve 9.3 Resolution Calling for the Annual School District Budget Vote and Member Election (Approved) (Recorded at 00:27:51)
10. SUPERINTENDENT'S PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
10.1 Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff and Teaching Assistants
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Imperato, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Hearing none, Mrs. Kiernan moved forward on the agenda. The Board agreed to skip the March 24, 2914 meeting and not meet again until March 31, 2014.
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:54 p.m. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mr. Imperato.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:54 p.m. (Approved)
Mar 17, 2014 Regular Board of Education Meeting - Featuring: Veterans' Tax Exemption and Further Discussion of Proposed 2014-2015 School Year Budget
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1. CALL TO ORDER - SUPERINTENDENT'S CONFERENCE ROOM - 7:00 P.M.
Roll call (11 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mrs. Kiernan called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. in the Superintendent's Conference Room at 18 Franklin Place, Pelham New York 10803.
2. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOTION was made by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Gilland and unanimously carried to go into executive session to discuss collective negotiations pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law (Pelham Administrators' Association) and the employment history of a particular person and/or corporation.
3. MOTION TO RECESS
MOTION was made by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Ms. Smith, and unanimously carried to recess at 8:14 p.m., at which time the Board would reconvene in a public meeting in PMHS Alumni Hall.
4. MOTION TO RECONVENE IN PUBLIC MEETING IN PMHS ALUMNI HALL
Motion to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve to reconvene in a public meeting. (Approved)
5. CALL TO ORDER - 575 COLONIAL AVENUE - ALUMNI HALL - 8:00 P.M.
Mrs. Kiernan called the meeting to order at approximately 8:24 p.m. in Alumni Hall, 575 Colonial Avenue, Pelham, New York. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Cavanagh reiterated the executive session motions. Approximately three members of the public and staff attended. Mrs. Kiernan wished everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day and then suggested that the Board get right into the continuation of the budget conversation.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 24, 2014
Motion to Approve 6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 24, 2014 Moved by Mr. Imperato, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve 6.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 24, 2014 (Approved) (Recorded at 00:01:49)
7. ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.1 Superintendent's Report
Mr. Giarrizzo informed the group that the next strategic planning meeting is scheduled for March 19th. The committee is looking forward to finalizing strategic targets and moving forward with action plans.
Mr. Giarrizzo shared that Pelham won 24 awards during the Westchester Science and Engineering Fair. Also our Science Olympiad Research students are doing really well.
Regarding the March 10th lockdown at Siwanoy School, Mr. Giarrizzo said that several facility related items have been identified. He gave enormous credit to Mrs. Gilbert and the Siwanoy staff who knew what to do. Mr. Rubbo has been charged with spearheading a safety and security committee. Mr. Giarrizzo said we will not rest until things are working as they should.
7.2 Board of Education Committee Reports
Hearing none, Mrs. Kiernan moved forward on the agenda.
7.3 Veterans' Tax Exemption Discussion
Mrs. Kiernan asked Mr. Rubbo to bring the Board up to date on this topic. He said that he is working with the Pelham Assessor's office to try to ascertain the impact of this possible resolution. He said he would have more information forthcoming for the Board and indicated that most other districts are taking their time acting on this item. Mrs. Kiernan acknowleged that conversation of the exemption would certainly continue.
7.4 Discussion of Proposed Budget for 2014-2015 School Year
Mr. Rubbo relayed that the budget is certainly a work in progress as the district is awaiting information that will come from the state budget. Mrs. Kiernan summarized by stating that we were waiting on things over which we have no control.
8. NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Rubbo reminded the public that transportation applications are due no later than April 1st. They are required even if you are just considering the idea of a private school for your child. Parents should please be certain to obtain a receipt from the Business Office when applying.
Ms. Smith shared that the district website will give the communty acces to advocacy letters about the Gap Elimination Act. Please read through and send them off to your representatives. She also announced that the next Board coffee will be at the Bakery at Four Corners on April 4th at 9:00 am.
Mr. Cavanagh reported that the PMHS Olympics was a week ago, Friday and the freshmen finished second. He expressed his appreciation for this program and the opportunity it affords the classes to become solidified.
9. FINANCIAL REPORTS AND MOTIONS
9.1 Motion to Approve the Side Letter of Agreement between the Pelham Union Free School District and the Pelham Building Service Employees Unit
Motion to Approve the followng: Moved by Mr. Imperato, seconded by Mr. Recca.
Vote to Approve the followng: (Approved)
9.2 Motion to Approve the Independent Contractor Service Agreement with Laura Mole
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Recca, seconded by Mr. Imperato.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
9.3 Resolution Calling for the Annual School District Budget Vote and Member Election
Motion to Approve 9.3 Resolution Calling for the Annual School District Budget Vote and Member Election Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Ms. Smith.
Vote to Approve 9.3 Resolution Calling for the Annual School District Budget Vote and Member Election (Approved) (Recorded at 00:27:51)
10. SUPERINTENDENT'S PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
10.1 Motion to Approve Schedule C - Non-Instructional Staff and Teaching Assistants
Motion to Approve the following: Moved by Mr. Imperato, seconded by Mrs. Gilland.
Vote to Approve the following: (Approved)
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Hearing none, Mrs. Kiernan moved forward on the agenda. The Board agreed to skip the March 24, 2914 meeting and not meet again until March 31, 2014.
12. ADJOURN
Motion to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:54 p.m. Moved by Ms. O'Leary, seconded by Mr. Imperato.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:54 p.m. (Approved)
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