HASBROUCK HEIGHTS BOARD OF EDUCATION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
A regular meeting of the Board of Education was held on Wednesday,
December 20, 2005, in the
Burnett Eglow Media Center, 365 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, New
Jersey. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by President,
Mrs. Carroll.
Mrs. Carroll read the following statement:
"Pursuant to the New Jersey Open Public Meeting Act, Public
Law 1975, Chapter 231, the Board Secretary caused notice of this
meeting to be given to the public and the press on December 5,
2005".
Roll Call was taken by Joseph T. Bellino, School Business Administrator/Board
Secretary, and the following members responded to their names:
Present -
Mr. DeLorenzo
Dr. Tierney
Mr. Giarratana
Mr. Van Hook
Mrs. Hodulik
Mrs. Carroll
Mr. Parodi
Mr. Salerno
Mr. Ruroede
Absent - None
Also Present: Mr. Luongo, Mr. Bellino, citizens, members of the
press
Mrs. Carroll led the Board in the flag salute.
Presentations - None
Approval of Minutes
Mr. Van Hook moved, seconded by Dr. Tierney to accept the minutes
of November 30, 2005(4)
Motion approved by unanimous voice vote of all members present.
Public
Discussion on Agenda Resolutions - None
Correspondence/Report of School Business Administrator/Board Secretary
1. Correspondence
a. Fair Lawn Board of Education resolution regarding school funding
2. Agenda changes:
a. Withdraw Resolution 12-318-05
b. Resolution under New Business
3. No Private Session anticipated
Report
of the Superintendent - On file in the Administration Office
The Superintendent commented on community service program, rewards
for grant program.
Report of the Board President
The President commented on the sports season.
Committee
Reports:
Community
Relations Committee - No Report
Education Committee
Mr. Giarratana commented the committee met and discussed agenda
items.
Technology Committee
Mr. Parodi commented on the Lincoln Internet problem and Classlink
homework assignments.
Facilities Committee
Mr. Van Hook commented on Depken Field reseeding.
Recreation Committee
Mr. DeLorenzo commented on the start of winter sports season.
Finance Committee
Mr. Ruroede commented on medical benefits change and appointment
of new board attorney.
Labor Relations Committee
Mr. Giarratana commented on the first meeting with the Hasbrouck
Heights Education Association and future meeting dates.
Special Education Committee
Mr. Salerno commented on meeting with parents group.
Task Force Committee
Mr. Luongo commented on committee meeting recommendations and
presentation of committee report.
NJ/BCSBA - No Report
Borough
Council Liaison - No Report
Faculty
Liaison - No Report
PTA Liaison
Mrs. Hodulik reported on Lincoln School activities update.
Mr. Salerno reported on Euclid School activities update.
Key Communicators
Mrs. Carroll discussed meeting topics, the need for lunch assistants
and National Drug Awareness Week.
Resolutions:
Education
Committee:
The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Giarratana, seconded
by Dr. Tierney:
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-303-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the
following substitute teachers for the 2005-2006 school year:
Makenzie Woods - County Certified Linda Brandle - County Certified
Jacqueline Sanzari - County Certified Allison Banca - County Certified
Kim Kuylen - County Certified
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-304-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the
following appointment for the 2005-2006 school year:
Lynn Schweighardt LS Nurse BA Step 9 $45,744 pro-rated
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-305-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the
following assignments for the 2005-2006 school year at a stipend
of $1,250 each:
Coordinator of Professional Development Linda Simmons/Donna Mikulka
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve the
12-306-05 implementation of the Special Recognition and Grants
Program for the 2005-2006 school with a funding level of $5,000.00.
Criteria for monetary awards under this program shall be established
by the Superintendent of Schools.
RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve the per
12-307-05 diem rate of $115.00 for qualified substitute nurses
for the 2005-2006 school year effective immediately.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve the first
12-308-05 reading of the following revised policies/regulations/exhibits
or by laws, copy attached to the minutes:
#6145.5 High School Student Council Constitution - Regulation
#6153 Parent Chaperone Application
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve the second
12-309-05 reading of the following revised policies/regulations
or by laws, copy attached to the minutes:
#1600 Commercial and Promotional Sponsorship Deals/Policy
#4133 Travel Expense Reimbursement - Staff Members - Policy
#5141.4 Child Abuse and Neglect - Policy/Regulation
#9250 Remuneration and Reimbursement - By Law
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-310-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accept the responsibility
for tuition payment for the following special education student
for the 2005-2006 school year:
#06-75 Calais School, Whippany, NJ $32,400 pro-rated - eff 12/15/05
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-311-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the
appointment of Michael Warren as a part time teacher of social
studies at the Middle/High School at a salary of $23,489 (BA Step
1, FTE .6) prorated from February 1, 2006 to June 30, 2006 contingent
upon receipt of state certification, and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education
approve Mr. Warren as a substitute teacher, state certified, at
a half-day per diem rate of $42.50 from February 1, 2006 to June
30, 2006 as needed.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-312-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accept, with
regret the retirement of Lynn McGreevy effective June 30, 2006.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-313-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education appoint Lynn
Schweighardt as district Affirmative Action Officer for the 2005-2006
school year at a stipend of $300.00.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-314-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the
following student teacher/ Practicum placement:
Stefanie Popek, Practicum - LS with Mrs. Valenti - 1/17/06 to
3/10/06
Jennifer Levine, Practicum - ES with Mrs. Sabin- 2/6/06 to 5/1/06
(Replacing Vivianne Abreu previously approved)
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-315-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve a half
session day for High School students and staff contingent upon
100% participation of High School teaching staff in Youth Week
Activities. Said participation may include, but shall not be limited
to, teacher shadowing, lesson plan preparation or involvement in
local and municipal functions that correlate with Youth Week Activities,
and
Be It Further Resolved that the Superintendent of Schools will
be sole judge of staff compliance with this initiative and that
the granting of a half session day, if approved, will not constitute
a past labor practice.
Be It Further Resolved, that passage of this resolution shall
settle the grievance filed by the Hasbrouck Heights Education Association
regarding this matter.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-316-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the
extension of a leave of absence pursuant to Article 10.D. of the
current collective bargaining agreement, without pay, for Danielle
Kroncke from 9/1/06 to 6/30/07.
RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve the
12-317-05 following individuals as independent evaluators of a
special education student as requested by counsel for the student:
Dr. Lynne Fremder
Dr. Sandra Sabatini
RESOLUTION Withdrawn
12-318-05
Roll Call: Ayes: Mr. DeLorenzo, Mr. Giarratana, Mrs. Hodulik,
Mr. Parodi, Mr. Ruroede
Mr. Salerno, Dr. Tierney, Mr. Van Hook, Mrs. Carroll
Nays: None Resolutions approved
Facilities Committee
The following resolution was moved by Mr. Van Hook, Seconded by
Mr. DeLorenzo:
RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education accept the following
12-319-05 donations:
a. An upright piano for use in Lincoln School gym from Mr. Ian
Carey
b. Computer equipment from Sky Solution, LLC
Roll Call: Ayes: Mr. DeLorenzo, Mr. Giarratana, Mrs. Hodulik,
Mr. Parodi, Mr. Ruroede
Mr. Salerno, Dr. Tierney, Mr. Van Hook, Mrs. Carroll
Nays: None Resolution approved
Recreation
Committee:
The following resolutions were moved by Mr. DeLorenzo, seconded
by Mr. Van Hook:
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-320-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the
following fund raiser:
a. Talent
Show for 4th and 5th Grade - ES Student Council - 4/19/06 - Ms.
DeFilippis and Ms. Platania, Advisors
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-321-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the
following field trip:
a. Nederlander
Theater, New York, NY - Drama Club - 5/17/06, Mrs. Meyer, Advisor
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-322-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve a Score
at School program on 1/1/06 sponsored by the Euclid School PTA
for 3rd grade students to achieve 3 goals set by the teacher.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools,
12-323-05 the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the
following salaries and assignments of athletic coaches for the
2005-2006 school year as follows:
Winter Track Vincent Marchese/John Valenti $1,800 (shared)
Unpaid Volunteers/Paraprofessionals
*Michael Llauget - JV Basketball
*Contingent on submission of all required documents
Roll Call: Ayes: Mr. DeLorenzo, Mr. Giarratana, Mrs. Hodulik,
Mr. Parodi, Mr. Ruroede
Mr. Salerno, Dr. Tierney, Mr. Van Hook, Mrs. Carroll
Nays: None Resolution approved
Finance
Committee:
The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Ruroede, seconded
by Mr. DeLorenzo:
RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education accept the following
12-324-05 reports in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(c)4 and
N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(b) which are on file in the office of the Board
Secretary.
1. Report of the Board Secretary for the months of October, 2005
2. Report of the Treasurer of School Funds for the months of October,
2005
RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve the
12-325-05 following appropriation transfers as per Attachment A.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11-4
and upon consultation
12-326-05 with the appropriate district officials, the Board certifies
that to the best of its knowledge, no major account or funds have
been overexpended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(a) and that
sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial
obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve the actual
12-327-05 payroll for the month of November, 2005, in the amount
of $1,276,279.45, and that the President of the Board, the Board
Secretary, and the Treasurer of School Funds be, and they hereby
are, authorized to sign warrants up to and including the above.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve the
12-328-05 estimated payroll for the month of December, 2005, in
the amount of $1,200,000.00 and that the President of the Board,
the Board Secretary, and the Treasurer of School Funds be, and
they hereby are, authorized to sign warrants in any amount up to
and including the above $1,200,000.00.
RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the President of the Board, the
Board Secretary, and the
12-329-05 Treasurer of School Funds be, and they hereby are, authorized
to sign warrants for supplies and materials received and services
rendered to the Hasbrouck Heights School District . The amount
for the month of December being:
General Fund: 10 $671,862.22
12 17,138.90
20 43,079.10
$732,080.22
Enterprise: 60 $9,897.04
Total: $741,977.26
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve a five-year
12-330-05 lease/purchase agreement with Municipal Capital Corp./Stewart
Business Systems to include a new Savin Model 4075 copy machine
at Lincoln School at a cost of $649.00 per month and network printing
and scanning modules for the Middle School and business office
copy machines at a cost of $71.00 per month.
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approve an
12-331-05 agreement with N.J. Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield to
provide medical insurance benefits for all district employees from
February 1, 2006 to January 30, 2007 at the premium rates indicated
as per Attachment B.
Be It Further Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education
approve Banc of America Corporate Insurance Agency, LLC as broker-of-record
for this agreement.
RESOLUTION: Whereas, there exists a need for a School Board Attorney
for the 2005-2006
12-332-05 school year to the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education
of the Borough of Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County, New Jersey,
and
Whereas, Funds are available for this purpose, and
Whereas the
Local Public Contracts Law (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) requires that
the resolution authorizing the award of contract for "Professional Services" without
competitive bidding must be adopted at a duly constituted public
meeting.
Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board
of Education appoint John Dorsey, Esq. as School Board Attorney
by the Board under the provisions of NJSA 18A:18A-5A(1) during
the 2005-2006 school year with renumeration to be $145 per hour
plus additional fees to be negotiated for matters outside the scope
of the hourly rate. Said appointment to be effective immediately.
Roll Call: Mr. DeLorenzo - All Ayes
Mr. Giarratana - Nay on 12-332-05; Aye on all others
Mrs. Hodulik - Nay on 12-332-05; Aye on all others
Mr. Parodi - All Ayes
Mr. Ruroede All Ayes
Mr. Salerno - Nay on 12-332-05; Aye on all others
Dr. Tierney - All Ayes
Mr. Van Hook - All Ayes
Mrs. Carroll - All Ayes
Resolutions approved
Old
Business - None
New Business
The following resolution was moved by Mr. Van Hook, seconded by
Mr. DeLorenzo:
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of
Education approves the
12-333-05 commencement of exploratory discussions with the Hasbrouck
Heights Borough Council regarding improvements to Depken Field.
Roll Call: Ayes: Mr. DeLorenzo, Mr. Giarratana, Mrs. Hodulik,
Mr. Parodi, Mr. Ruroede
Mr. Salerno, Dr. Tierney, Mr. Van Hook, Mrs. Carroll
Nays: None Resolution approved
Open Public Hearing
Comments or questions on proposed milk program.
Meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Joseph T. Bellino
School Business Administrator/Board Secretary