Minutes September 4, 2012

Minutes

CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Chappaqua, New York

 

Date:

September 4, 2012

 

Time:

10:30 a.m.

 

Place:

Horace Greeley High School - Library

 

Present:

Board of Education
Victoria Tipp, President
Jeffrey Mester
Karen Visser
Randall Katchis

 

Absent:

Alyson Gardner Kiesel, Vice President

 

Staff Members
Present:

Dr. Lyn McKay, Superintendent

Mr. Andrew Selesnick, Assistant Superintendent for Leadership, and Instruction

Mr. John Chow, Assistant Superintendent for Business

Theresa Markley, District Clerk / Adm. Asst. to Superintendent

 

Visitors Present:

Representatives of the Chappaqua PTA, school PTAs, building administrators, faculty, and other interested citizens.

 

President Tipp called the meeting to order at 10:40 a.m. Randall Katchis moved to convene the public session and move into Executive Session for the purpose of discussion of a particular person's employment history and labor negotiations with all unions. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

President Tipp welcomed the community and asked for a motion to reconvene the public session. Randall Katchis moved to reconvene the public session at 11:00 a.m. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

1.

Approvals

Randall Katchis moved to approve the minutes items #1.1 - 1.4, as amended. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously

1.1

Minutes of June 28, 2012

1.2

Minutes of July 11, 2012

1.3

Minutes of August 8, 2012

1.4

Minutes of August 20, 2012

2.

Recommended Action: Personnel

Dr. McKay made the following recommendations:

2.1

Instructional

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as per diem substitute teachers to be employed on an "as needed" basis":

Michael Diamente,

Diane Nelson,

Athena Arvan, and

Laura Kilgallon.

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby authorizes the attached Agreements for Services for the individuals and agencies listed below effective for the 2012/2013 school year, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education":

Dr. Jeffrey H. Yormak,

Westchester Therapy Solutions-Occupational, Physical & Speech Therapy, PLLC, and

All About Kids.

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, due to increased need in Foreign Language, the Board of Education hereby increases an existing .2 FTE Foreign Language position by .2 FTE. This action results in the creation of a .4 FTE Foreign Language position at Horace Greeley High School effective 7/1/12."

Resignation:

Ms. Jane Dean, Teaching Assistant Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective August 3, 2012.

Ms. Shannon O'Brien, Regular Substitute Teaching Assistant, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective August 15, 2012.

Ms. Ann Butler, Teaching Assistant, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective August 21, 2012.

Ms. Grace McKenna, Teaching Assistant, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective August 27, 2012.

Ms. Jennifer Kirkpatrick, Teaching Assistant, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective August 28, 2012.

Mr. Paul Swiatocha, Teaching Assistant, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective August 31, 2012.

Ms. Cynthia Gasperi, Teaching Assistant, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective August 31, 2012.

Ms. Jessie Borsinger, Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2012.

Ms. Caitlin Lena, Teaching Assistant, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective August 31, 2012.

Request for Discretionary Leave of Absence:

Mr. Dillon Clark, Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective September 1, 2012 through November 30, 2012.

Request for Child Care Leave of Absence:

Ms. Jennifer Schmidt, Teacher of Art, Horace Greeley High School, effective October 4, 2012 through June 30, 2013.

Appointment: Teaching Assistant

Mr. Stefan Birek, Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective September 1, 2012, $21,256.

Ms. Kristin Turco, Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective September 1, 2012, $21,256.

Ms. May Zamechek, Teaching Assistant, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 1, 2012, $21,256.

Ms. Janice Alfonso, Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective September 1, 2012, $21,256.

Ms. Caroline Susa, Teaching Assistant, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective September 1, 2012, $21,256.

Appointment: Regular Substitute

Ms. Jill Rosenblum, Regular Substitute Teacher of English, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 1, 2012 through January 31, 2013 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 6, B(BA+45) with Masters, $86,980, prorated.

Ms. Jennifer Craig, Regular Substitute Teacher of Art, Horace Greeley High School, effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, D(BA+90) with Masters, $81,828.

Ms. Linda Adair, Regular Substitute Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), $21,256.

Appointment: Part Time

Ms. Lisa Bisceglia, (.5) Social Worker, Robert E. Bell Middle School and Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 6, C(BA+60) with Masters, $45,537.

Ms. Rebecca DiSisto, (.5) Teacher of Physical Education, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, A(BA) $31,419.

Mr. Salvatore Santoro (.4) Teacher of Foreign Language, Horace Greeley High School, effective September 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 7 , B(BA+45) with Masters, $36,061.20.

Appointment: Coaching

Ms. MaryEllen DeLillo, 7-8th Grade Field Hockey, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $4,790.

Mr. Daniel Perito, 7-8th Grade Football, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $6,836.

Mr. Eric Wilson, Junior Varsity Football Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, $4,975, prorated.

Ms. Patricia Adams, 7-8th Grade Field Hockey Assistant, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, $3,313.

Ms. Kacie Schulman, Junior Varsity Field Hockey, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 20, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 2, $4,922.

Mr. Robert Raguette, 7-8th Grade Cross Country, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $5,471.

Mr. Jason Sclafani, 7-8th Grade Volleyball, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, $3,866.

Mr. Joe Racioppo, 7-8th Grade Volleyball Assistant, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $4,100.

Mr. Charles McKenna, 7-8th Grade Football, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $6,836.

Mr. William Woolard, 7-8th Grade Football Assistant, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $6,156.

Ms. Cara Stirpe, 7-8th Grade Field Hockey, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $4,790.

Lisa Rudner-Suckle, Varsity Volleyball, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 20, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, $7,207.

Mr. Brady Kittredge, 7-8th Grade Volleyball Assistant, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $4,100.

Ms. Nancy Soliz, 7-8th Grade Volleyball, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 5, 2012 through November 10, 2012 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, $4,790.

Karen Visser moved to approve the recommendations. Randall Katchis seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

2.2

Non-Instructional

Dr. McKay made the following recommendations:

Resignation:

Tara Antalosky - Teacher Aide at Roaring Brook Elementary School, resigning effective August 30, 2012.

Appointment:

Maria DiGiannantonio - Teacher Aide at Douglas Grafflin Elementary School, 24.75 hours per week, effective September 5, 2012. Her salary will be $15.32 per hour

Sheilah Harvey - Teacher Aide at Robert E. Bell Middle School, 18.75 hours per week, effective September 5, 2012. Her salary will be $15.32 per hour

Theresa Scuccimarri - Teacher Aide at Robert E. Bell Middle School, 18.75 hours per week, effective September 5, 2012. Her salary will be $15.32 per hour

Clare Weber - Teacher Aide at Roaring Brook Elementary School, 24 hours per week, effective September 5, 2012. Her salary will be $15.32 per hour

Karen Visser moved to approve the recommendations. Randall Katchis seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

3.

Recommended Action: Other

3.1

Jeffrey Mester moved to approve CSE summaries reported to the Board on August 24, and 31, 2012. Randall Katchis seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

3.2

Randall Katchis moved to approve a contract for educational services with Devereux Foundation's Millwood Learning Center for one student 601959 effective July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

3.3

Karen Visser moved to approve Medicaid Loss Prevention and Billing Services, effective July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013, service fee is 20% of Federal Medicaid revenues the district is entitled to retain, based on approved claims for services provided to special education classified students. Randall Katchis seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

3.4

Randall Katchis moved to approve the Summer Transportation Contract Extension in the amount of $240,246.61 for July 1, 2012 thru August 31, 2012. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

3.5

Jeffrey Mester offered the following,

"Be it resolved that the Board of Education authorizes the Board President to execute a Supplemental Terms and Conditions of Employment between the Board and Assistant Superintendent Eric Byrne, dated September 4, 2012. The Supplemental Terms and Conditions of Employment shall be incorporated by reference into the minutes of this meeting.

Randall Katchis seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

3.6

Randall Katchis offered the following resolution. Karen Visser seconded. In discussion, Jeffrey Mester suggested that it be amended to delete the Vice President of the Board of Education as an authorized representative. Motion was withdrawn by Mr. Katchis and Randall Katchis offered the resolution again with the amended item. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Resolution of the Chappaqua Central School District with respect to the proposals for the Tax-Exempt Lease Financing, hereby resolves as follows:

Section 1. The Board of Education of the Chappaqua Central School District (the "District") received proposals from six (6) firms to provide financing for the Energy Performance Contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. (the "Agreement").

Section 2. Following a discussion of the Board of Education of the District, and based upon the written recommendation received from Bernard P. Donegan, Inc., the District's Financial Advisor, it is hereby determined that the proposal (option A) of JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (the "Lessor"), which represents the lowest responsible bid received by the District, is hereby accepted.

Section 3. The President of the Board of Education, delete "the Vice President of the Board of Education," the Superintendent of Schools and the Assistant Superintendent for Business (collectively the "Authorized Representatives" and individually, the "Authorized Representative") acting on behalf of the District, are hereby authorized to negotiate, and subject to review and approval by District Counsel, enter into, execute, and deliver one or more lease purchase agreements (collectively the "Equipment Leases" or individually the "Equipment Lease") with the Lessor, such documents to be made available for public inspection at the office of the District Clerk. The Authorized Representatives are hereby authorized to negotiate, enter into, execute, and deliver such other documents relating to the Equipment Leases (including, but not limited to, escrow agreements) as the Authorized Representatives deem necessary and appropriate. All other related contracts and agreements necessary and incidental to the Equipment Leases are hereby authorized.

Section 4. The aggregate original principal amount of the Equipment Leases shall not exceed the $5,752,450 and shall bear interest as set forth in the Equipment Leases and shall contain such options to purchase by the District as set forth therein.

Section 5. The District's obligations under the Equipment Leases shall be subject to annual appropriation or renewal by the Board of Education of the District as set forth in each Equipment Lease and the District's obligations under the Equipment Leases shall not constitute a general obligation of the District or indebtedness under the Constitution or laws of the State of New York.

Section 6. The proceeds of any Equipment Leases may be applied to reimburse the District for expenditures made after the effective date of this resolution for the purpose for which said proceeds are authorized, or on or prior to such date if the Board of Education of the District has adopted a prior statement of intent to issue bonds for such purpose. The foregoing statement of intent with respect to reimbursement is made in conformity with Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2 of the United States Treasury Department.

Section 7. The Authorized Representatives are hereby authorized to take any and all other actions necessary in connection with the Agreement and any financing related thereto.

Section 8. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

 

3.7

Karen Visser moved to approve the first extension of a vendor contract to provide meals and /or snacks between Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WESTCOP - Head Start) and vendor, CCSD, effective September 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013, per attached prices. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

4.

Facilities

Jeffrey Mester reported that the Thursday, September 6 meeting has been cancelled and a follow up meeting will be scheduled with the Town.

5.

Financials

5.1

Resolution to transfer funds for Riverwoods settlement.

Randall Katchis offered the following resolution,

"Be it resolved to increase the Refund on Real Property Taxes (A1964-400-36) budget by the amount of $933,894.90, as an additional budget appropriation to the 2012-13 budget and that such appropriation be funded from the Tax Certiorari Reserve Fund.

Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.2

Randall Katchis offered a Resolution to approve the Court Order Consent Judgment refund to resident KG for assessment years 2010 and 2011 in the amount of $5,283.26 . Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.3

Randall Katchis moved to adopt the Table of Tax Rates for 2012-13. Karen Visser seconded. The motion was withdrawn by Mr. Katchis and he offered an amended motion to acknowledge the tax rates for 2012-13 as provided by the Town assessors. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

6.

President Tipp gave Notice of Future Meetings -

Monday, September 10, 2012 at Education Center, at 7:00 p.m.

Audit Committee

Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at Education Center, at 7:30 a.m.

Board Retreat

Wednesday, September 27, 2012 at Horace Greeley High School, 8:15 p.m.

Presentations:

Putnam / Northern Westchester BOCES Project

Teaching and Learning Priorities 2012-13

Chappaqua Education for the Future (CEFF)

School Report Card

7.

Adjournment

At 11:33a..m. Jeffrey Mester moved to adjourn. Randall Katchis seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Theresa Markley, District Clerk / Admin. Asst. to Superintendent

Victoria Tipp, Board President

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