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MINUTES
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting – June 20, 2006
Riverhead High School Auditorium
PRESENT: President, Mrs. Lori Hulse Montefusco; Vice President, Mrs. Nancy G. Gassert; Mrs. Kathleen Berezny; Mr. Timothy Griffing and Mrs. Christine Prete.
LATE: Mrs. Mary Ellen Harkin.
ABSENT: Mr. W. Brian Stark.
ALSO PRESENT: Mr. Paul R. Doyle, Mr. Joseph Singleton, Mr. Joseph Ogeka, Jr. and Ms. Nancy Carney.
President, Mrs. Hulse Montefusco, opened the meeting at 4:53 p.m. with the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mr. Griffing, to recess to executive session to discuss personnel (investigation of improper behavior/charges, Special Education reorganization); negotiations (RCFA); litigation (property dispute); and, acquisition of real property (new High School site).
Yes 5 No 0
Motion Carried.
The Board of Education recessed to executive session at 4:54 p.m.
Mrs. Harkin arrived at 5:10 p.m.
A motion was made by Mrs. Berezny, seconded by Mrs. Gassert, to return to open session.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
The Board of Education returned to open session at 7:00 p.m.
A brief recess followed.
The meeting resumed at 7:12 p.m.
There were about 150 other people in attendance.
Pledge of Allegiance
Recess to
Executive Session
Return to
Open Session
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ALSO PRESENT: Mrs. Barbara O’Kula.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Harkin, to approve the minutes of the following meetings:
Regular Meeting – April 18, 2006
Special Meeting – April 20, 2006
In a discussion that followed, Mrs. Prete requested that page 360 of the Minutes of the meeting held on April 18, 2006 be amended to indicate that her vote on the Extension of Emergency 20-day Conditional Appointment of Timothy Crump was an abstention as opposed to a no vote.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Prete, to amend the minutes of the following meeting:
Regular Meeting – April 18, 2006
Yes 6 No 0
Motion to Amend Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Prete, to approve the minutes of the following meetings as amended:
Regular Meeting – April 18, 2006
Special Meeting – April 20, 2006
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried as Amended.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Prete, to approve the following resolutions:
WHEREAS, the Riverhead Girls’ Spring Track Team qualified
to become a Scholar Athlete Team in accordance with the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) criteria, and
WHEREAS, these Riverhead Central School District students maintained a composite grade point average for the 2005-06 Spring season of 95.961, and
-Approved as
Amended
Recognition of
Scholar Athlete and
Sportsmanship
Awards
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WHEREAS, the students brought credit to themselves, their parents and the Riverhead Central School District, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools commends the students and their Coaches, Maria Dounelis and Kevin Brennan, on this outstanding achievement.
WHEREAS, the Riverhead Girls’ Softball Team qualified to become a Scholar Athlete Team in accordance with the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) criteria, and
WHEREAS, these Riverhead Central School District students maintained a composite grade point average for the 2005-06 Spring season of 90.842, and
WHEREAS, the students brought credit to themselves, their parents and the Riverhead Central School District, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools commends the students and their Coaches, Robert Fox and David McKillop, on this outstanding achievement.
WHEREAS, the Riverhead Varsity Baseball Team qualified to become a Scholar Athlete Team in accordance with the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) criteria, and
WHEREAS, these Riverhead Central School District students maintained a composite grade point average for the 2005-06 Spring season of 91.981 and
WHEREAS, the students brought credit to themselves, their parents and the Riverhead Central School District, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools commends the students and their Coaches, Scott Hackal and Tood VanScoy, on this outstanding achievement.
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WHEREAS, the Riverhead Varsity Boys’ Tennis Team qualified to become a Scholar Athlete Team in accordance with the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) criteria, and
WHEREAS, these Riverhead Central School District students maintained a composite grade point average for the 2005-06 Spring season of 94.679, and
WHEREAS, the students brought credit to themselves, their parents and the Riverhead Central School District, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools commends the students and their Coach, Jerry Duvall, on this outstanding achievement.
WHEREAS, the Riverhead Varsity Baseball Team was selected for the Section XI Sportsmanship Award for the 2005-06 Spring season which have best exemplified standards of sportsmanship as assessed by opposing teams within each scheduling device (league, division, etc.), and
WHEREAS, the students brought credit to themselves, their parents and the Riverhead Central School District, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools commends the students and their Coaches, Scott Hackal and Todd VanScoy, on having achieved such outstanding sportsmanship honors.
WHEREAS, the Riverhead JV Baseball Team has earned the
Section XI Sportsmanship Award for the 2005-06 Spring season which have best exemplified standards of sportsmanship as assessed by opposing teams within each scheduling device (league, division, etc.), and
WHEREAS, the students brought credit to themselves, their parents and the Riverhead Central School District, be it
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RESOLVED, that the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools commends the students and their Coach, Steve Failla, on having achieved such outstanding sportsmanship honors.
WHEREAS, the Riverhead Varsity Softball Team has earned the
Section XI Sportsmanship Award for the 2005-06 Spring season which have best exemplified standards of sportsmanship as assessed by opposing teams within each scheduling device (league, division, etc.), and
WHEREAS, the students brought credit to themselves, their parents and the Riverhead Central School District, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools commends the students and their Coaches, Robert Fox and David McKillop, on having achieved such outstanding sportsmanship honors.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
The Superintendent took opportunity to honor Mrs. Hulse Montefusco for the leadership and focus she has given to the students and community during her six-year tenure as a Board member and presented her a plaque in commendation of her service to the District and community.
Mr. Robert Hines gave a film presentation on Internet Safety/ISAVe, founded in 1998 and leader in Internet safety education. This mission of this non-profit foundation is to educate and empower our youth to make their Internet experience safe and responsible. The goal is to educate students on how to avoid dangerous, inappropriate or unlawful on-line behavior via K-12 curricula and community outreach for parents, law enforcement and community leaders.
The Superintendent provided a Review of State Data on Incident of Violent Behavior precipitated by the NCLB Act to develop a system to assess interactions taking place. Offenses reported within our schools were honest and credible to the community and bear testimony to what is going on within our schools and that our
Superintendent
-Recognition of
Lori Hulse Montefusco
-Internet Safety
I/SAVE
-Review of Sate Data
on Incident of Violent
Behavior
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District’s statistics will improve in the ensuing years. Data is available on the SED website.
Mr. Doyle gave a Security Update and requested that the Board consider the risk-assessment in terms of overall security for our District. As directed by the Board of Education last Fall, the firm of Long Island Security conducted a study that has resulted in a series of recommendations to improve safety/security within our schools that included staffing, supervision, equipment and recommendation to install a fence between the Bus Garage and Pulaski Street School at an estimated cost of $187,000 to secure the perimeters. Proposals from two firms will be brought forth in the Summer.
Mrs. Berezny commented on her attendance to the Sports Awards held at East Wind on June 7th; to the 8th Grade Awards Night on June 8th; and the Relay for Life on June 16th. She thanked all sponsors and volunteers who assisted in this great fundraiser for cancer research.
Mrs. Hulse Montefusco announced that the Board of Education will hold a meeting on June 27 (5:30 p.m. Executive Session…open to the public at 7:30 p.m.) She, also, congratulated all graduates of the Class of 2007.
Mr. Griffing gave special thanks to Mrs. Hulse Montefusco for the excellent job she has done as a Board member and public speaker for the school district. This sentiment was echoed by both Mrs. Berezny and Mrs. Prete. The entire Board of Education thanked her for her dedication through the years and for her effectiveness as Board President.
Community comments included:
-The President of the High School PTSO Council thanked Mrs. Hulse Montefusco for six years of service and dedication to the District
-request for a night-time football game this year
-comparison of a private versus public discussion on Special Education reorganization as it appears on the Executive Session agenda (Mr. Doyle stated that it is a personnel matter relative to an individual and therefore an item for discussion in Executive Session).
-Security Update
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A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Prete, to approve the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District accepts the following recommendations of the Committee on Special Education regarding children with disabilities and whose Individualized Education Plans need to be implemented:
C.S.E. MEETING STUDENT NUMBERS
03/30-06 209002, 209408, 209437, 209651, 209861,
210075, 210517, 211616, 211116, 212556,
207084
04/03/06 209064, 210414
04/05/06 202508, 205002, 206837, 207008, 208008,
208615, 208633, 208867, 209018
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Harkin, sesconded by Mrs. Gassert, to approve the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District approves the date of July 11, 2006 to hold the annual reorganizational meeting and as in accordance with New York State Education Law (§1707(2)).
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Harkin, to approve the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District approves the Employee Internet Acceptable Use Policy effective September 1, 2006.
-Approved
-Supplemental File
-July 11, 2006
-Approved
Internet Acceptable
Use Policy for
-Approved as Amended
for a first reading
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In a discussion that followed, Mrs. Prete stated that no opportunity was given to adequately review these new policies by the Board and public and asked that time be given for further discussion until the next meeting. It was suggested and agreed to recommend these new policies for approval as first readings.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Prete, to amend the following resolution to reflect a first reading:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District approves the first reading of the Employee Internet Acceptable Use Policy effective September 1, 2006.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried as Amended.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Harkin, to amend the following resolution as follows:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District approves the first reading of the Student Internet Acceptable Use Policy effective September 1, 2006.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried as Amended.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Prete, to amend the following resolution as follows:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District approves the first reading of the District Wellness Policy on Nutrition and Physical Activity effective July 1, 2006.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried as Amended.
Acceptable Use Policy
-Approved as Amended
for a first reading
Wellness Policy on
Nutrition and Physical
-Approved as Amended
for a first reading
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A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Harkin, to approve the following resolution:
WHEREAS, bids for the following Building Maintenance Service Contract was opened on May 19, 2006
WHEREAS, bids for such service have been reviewed by the Facilities Director and the Purchasing Agent and
WHEREAS, the Facilities Director and the Purchasing Agent have recommended that certain awards be made to the qualified low bidder meeting specifications, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District awards the following service to the vendor indicated for the service listed below for 2006-2007 school year.
Bid Title # of Bids Recommended Company
Refuse 4 bids Riverhead Sanitation –
Removal $79066.00 / annual
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Prete, to approve the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Riverhead Central School District has received a check in the amount of $42,000 on May 31, 2006 from the Coca-Cola Pouring Rights Contract, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education desires to appropriate such amount to further the educational programs at the Riverhead Central School District, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education appropriates the $42,000 as follows:
Athletic Department 65% $27,300
Music Department 30% 12,600
H.S. Art/Photography 5% 2,100
-Building Maintenance
Service Contracts
-Approved
-Approved
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Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Prete, seconded by Mrs. Gassert, to approve the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that the Riverhead Central School District standardize on the SC Johnson Wax floor care and cleaning systems for reasons of efficiency. Standardization on this product will enable the District to provide a uniform in-service program for floor care to the custodial and maintenance staff.
WHEREAS, the District has, over the years, expended large amounts of money in connection with the cleaning and maintenance of the floors in its buildings and
WHEREAS, many of the products it has purchased in the past in connection therewith have proven unsatisfactory resulting in substantial additional expenses to the district in time, labor and repurchase of products, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education, for reasons of efficiency and economy, has determined to utilize a system of floor maintenance and cleaning products that are standardized and intended for use with one another for optimum results and thereby assure the District quality and portion control and employee training in the application of product; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby directs that all
products used in the cleaning and maintenance of all floors in the District's buildings be standardized by including a provision in the bids to be advertised for such products pursuant to General Municipal Law 103, subd. 5, that said products be manufactured by SC Johnson Wax. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, said products are to include:
· Floor Care
· Carpet Care
· Specialty cleaners .Restroom cleaners
· Dilution Control System Hand Soap
· Any pertinent cleaning products
Resolution of
Standardization
-Approved
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All of the above items meet the latest standard for environmentally green products for schools.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Harkin, to approve the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District authorizes the attendance of Board members, Kathleen Berezny and Christine Prete to the New York State School Boards Association 87th Annual Convention
on October 26-29, 2006 at the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers, New York, New York.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Prete, to approve the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District approves the Health Service Contracts between the Riverhead Central School District and the following:
1.) Mattituck-Cutchogue U.F.S.D. for approximately (85) children for the
sum of $540.13 per pupil for the 2005-06 school year;
2.) Brentwood U.F.S.D. for (1) student in the amount of $502.29,
and, authorizes the President of the Board of Education to sign such contracts.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mr. Griffing, to approve the following resolution:
Attendance of Board
Members to NYSSBA
87th Annual Convention
-Approved
-Approved
-Metro Therapy, Inc.
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RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District approves the Agreement between Metro Therapy, Inc. and the Riverhead Central School District for the period July 1, 2006-June 30, 2007; and, authorizes the President of the Board of Education to sign such Agreement.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Gassert, seconded by Mrs. Harkin, to approve the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Riverhead Central School District authorizes Joseph E. Czekala, Ph.D. to provide an independent neuropsychological evaluation for a special education student.
Yes 6 No 0
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Mrs. Prete, seconded by Mrs. Gassert, to table the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) regulations allow for participating agencies to determine eligibility for coverage in retirement for current employees, and
WHEREAS, the eligibility standards of the Riverhead Central School District have varied in the past, and
WHEREAS, the Riverhead Central School District as a participating agency (PA 03575), has determine that it is in the best interest of employees and the taxpayers of the District to standardize on the eligibility for health insurance in retirement, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that except where existing employee contracts specify other terms of eligibility, all employees must have a minimum of ten years of active service in the Riverhead Central School District in order to qualify for health insurance in
retirement, and be it further
-Approved
Authorization for
Neuropsychological
Examination
-Approved
Eligibility for
Health Insurance in
Retirement
-Tabled
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RESOLVED, in addition to the 10 years of service requirement, employees must be enrolled in NYSHIP at the time of retirement and employees must file for normal retirement and actually retire in order to qualify, and be it further
RESOLVED, an employee who otherwise qualifies except for age and who has been awarded disability retirement by a New York State retirement system and who has met the requirement of 10 years of active service in Riverhead Central School District shall be eligible for health insurance in retirement, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the district’s rate of contribution shall be as determined by the contract between the District and the employee at the time of retirement, and be it further
RESOLVED, requirements other than those outlined above, shall be determined by the New York State Health Insurance Program regulations.
Yes 6 No 0
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