SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
DISTRICT OFFICE
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
Monday, January 14, 2008
Open Session - 7:00 PM
Library Media Center
Middle School
AGENDA
1. Roll Call: Smith, Ahnert, Benedetto, Carbone, Conlon, Normington, Yagielski
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Hearing/Privilege of the Floor
In accordance with Policy #1230, privilege of the floor will be extended at this time to any person in attendance. The time allowed, protocol and procedures are outlined in the ÒWelcome to a Meeting of the Board of EducationÓ brochure.
4. Discussion: Building Project Update
5. Resolutions: Proposed Glendaal Playground & Roof Project Regarding State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and Lead Agency
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolutions, dated January 14, 2008, regarding the proposed Glendaal Playground & Roof Project, as submitted.
6. Resolution: Withdraw and Amend the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 School Tax Rolls
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated January 14, 2008, to withdraw and amend the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 School Tax Rolls, as submitted.
7. Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated January 14, 2008, regarding acceptance of a donation from the PTA of Glendaal, Sacandaga, Lincoln, and Glen-Worden Elementary Schools to be used for Arts in Education Programs, as submitted.
8. Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated January 14, 2008, regarding acceptance of a donation of a used Slingerland drum set from Mr. and Mrs. George Giokas, as submitted.
9. Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated January 14, 2008, regarding acceptance of a donation from Patricia A. VanAuken and Paul R. VanAuken to be used for the purchase and installation of a kiln at Glen-Worden Elementary School and to partially fund the annual dance residency for the Fine Arts Department, as submitted.
10. Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated January 14, 2008, regarding acceptance of a donation from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Zeglen of an air hockey table for the Middle School Teen Town, as submitted.
11. Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated January 14, 2008, regarding acceptance of a donation of used technology equipment and supplies from the New York State Library, as submitted.
12. Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated January 14, 2008, regarding acceptance of a donation of cubicle systems and office furniture from the Information Management Group, as submitted.
13. Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated January 14, 2008, regarding acceptance of a $1,000 donation from the German Club to be used for the purchase of an ActivBoard, as submitted.
14. Memorandum of Agreement Between the Scotia-Glenville Central School District and AFSCME Council 66 local 766 Regarding Head Bus Driver Training
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Memorandum of Agreement, dated January 14, 2008, between the Scotia-Glenville Central School District and AFSCME Council 66 Local 766 Regarding Head Bus Driver Training, as submitted, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to sign the Agreement.
15. CAPSBA/Legislative Liaison/PTA Reports
16. AuditorÕs Report for 2006-2007 - Extraclassroom Activity Fund Financial Report
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the Annual Independent Audit Report of the Extraclassroom Activity Fund Financial Report of the school district for the 2006-2007 fiscal year, as submitted by C.L. Marvin & Company, P.C.
17. Communications
a. SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Deborah A. Roedel, Elementary Teacher (Lincoln Elementary School), effective July 1, 2008, with appreciation for her service to the district.
b. SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request for an unpaid leave of absence for Michelle R. Budka, School Bus Driver, effective December 19, 2007 through February 1, 2008.
c. SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Lisa L. Salmon Daskalakis, School Monitor (Glen-Worden), effective c.o.b. January 14, 2008, with appreciation for her service to the district.
18. Board Policy Review
Section 1000 Community Relations
Policy 1000 School-Community Relations Goals
Policy 1120 Public Information Program
Policy 1121 Access to Public Address Labels
Policy 1131 Release of News
Policy 1200 Community Involvement
Policy 1210 CitizensÕ Committees
Policy 1230 Board of Education Meetings
19. Report of Superintendent
a. Staffing
1) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the extension of the appointment of Michael Strenka as Interim School District Treasurer (Business Office), from January 1, 2008 through February 29, 2008, with no change in current rate of pay, as submitted.
2) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the appointment of Marianne Amato as Head School Bus Driver (Transportation), 10 months, plus 30 summer days, effective January 2, 2008, with 2007-2008 salary to be at the rate of $16.47/hour (Step 1, 8 hours/day). This appointment is conditioned on the school districtÕs receipt of clearance for the employee from the State Education Department following a criminal history records check in accordance with the provision of Education Law ¤3035.
3) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education rescind the change in assignment of Nicole Bisaillon, School Bus Driver, from 5.25 hours/day to 6 hours/day, effective December 18, 2007.
4) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following additional substitutes/tutor for the 2007-2008 school year:
Substitute Teachers
Katharine Cancelliere
Jessica Forni
Crystal Frascatore
Charles Heimerdinger
Barbara Jones
Joseph Malone
Katherine Rose
Alison Schermerhorn
Sean Snapp
Daniel Bailey Yavonditte
Tara Yost
Substitute Teaching Assistant
Katharine Cancelliere
Crystal Frascatore
Sean Snapp
Substitute Teacher Aide
*Sarah Kohout
Substitute School Monitor
Kimberly Borysewicz
*Christina Phillips
Tutor
*Kathryn M. Foster
* This appointment is conditioned on the school districtÕs receipt of clearance for the employee from the State Education Department following a criminal history records check in accordance with the provision of Education Law ¤3035.
5) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the increase in longevity rates for 2007-2008 for 10-Month Clerical employees, as submitted.
20. Routine Business
a. Placement of Children with Disabilities
b. Minutes: Regular Meeting December 3, 2007
Special Meeting December 17, 2007
c. Treasurer's Report: November 2007
21. Other Business
The Board may adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss matters relating to personnel and/or negotiations.
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