Chappaqua Central School District
Agenda August 7 2019
Agenda
CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Horace Greeley High School - Academic Commons
Presiding Officer: Holly McCall
Pledge of Allegiance - Holly McCall
Call the Meeting to Order at 6:00 PM
Roll Call
Proposed Executive Session, subject to Board approval.
(Locations: HGHS and 1 Kotemy Circle, Edgartown, MA)
Reconvene public session at 7:30 p.m. at Horace Greeley High School – Academic Commons
1. Information Business Affairs
1.1 President’s Report
1.2 Superintendent’s Report
Presentation:
2019-20 Budget, Tax Levy & Tax Rates
Safety Task Force Recommendations
Hearings:
Code of Conduct
District Safety Plan
2. Committee Reports
Public Comment Period:
We welcome public comments, and in respect for each other's time, we ask that you limit your comments to three minutes. Board members may be contacted via email or phone. After the public comment period has been completed, Board members may have a discussion among themselves regarding comments presented.
3. Approvals & Ratifications
3.1 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the minutes of the July 10, 2019 Board Meeting.
3.2 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the minutes of the July 23, 2019 Special Board Meeting.
3.3 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the minutes of the July 30, 2019 Special Board Meeting
4. Recommended Action: Personnel
4.1 Instructional
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 2019/2020 school year, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education:
Dr. Jeffrey Gershel
Dr. Steve Levine
Dr. Neil Roth
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as Chairpersons effective for the 2019/2020 school year:
Horace Greeley High School
| Department | Chairperson |
|---|---|
| Social Studies | Thomas Witmer |
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as High School Department Facilitators effective for the 2019/2020 school year:
| Department | Co-Facilitator |
|---|---|
| Social Studies | Regina McKie |
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that the probationary term of Mathematics Teacher, Nicholas Clair, shall be amended to terminate on August 28, 2022, based upon receipt of proof of tenure in a New York State public school district.
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that the probationary term of Theater Teacher, Robert Krausz, shall be amended to terminate on August 28, 2022, based upon receipt of proof of tenure in a New York State public school district.
Resignation:
Ms. Elizabeth Mazzini-Chin, (.6) Teacher of Social Studies, Horace Greeley High School, effective July 18, 2019.
Amended Appointment: Probationary
Mr. Adam Schoenbart, Assistant Principal, Horace Greeley High School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of High School Assistant Principal effective August 5, 2019 through August 4, 2023, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools.
Appointment: Probationary
Ms. Elizabeth Mazzini-Chin, Teacher of Social Studies, Horace Greeley High School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Social Studies effective August 29, 2019 through August 28, 2023, subject to receipt of composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Education law Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) proceeding years, and if the probationer receives an ineffective composite or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period he or she shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Ms. Ashley Kuhlmann, Teacher of English, Robert E. Bell Middle School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of English effective August 29, 2019 through August 28, 2023, subject to receipt of composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Education law Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) proceeding years, and if the probationer receives an ineffective composite or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period he or she shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Ms. Meghan Vlad, Teacher of Health, Seven Bridges Middle School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Health effective August 29, 2019 through August 28, 2023, subject to receipt of composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Education law Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) proceeding years, and if the probationer receives an ineffective composite or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period he or she shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
4.2 Non-Instructional
Appointment:
Christopher Sehulster– Cleaner at Horace Greeley High School, effective August 19, 2019.
Resignation:
Clorinda Cucurullo, Teacher Aide at Douglas G. Grafflin Elementary School, resigned effective
June 26, 2019.
Resignation for the purpose of retirement:
Alicia Daly, Office Assistant-Automated Systems at Horace Greeley High School, resigned for the purpose of retirement, effective October 25, 2019.
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education hereby amends the appointment of Denise Tierney, Teacher Aide at Westorchard Elementary School, from 31.25 hours/week to 32.50 hours/week, effective September 3, 2019.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education hereby amends the appointment of Julie Hare, Teacher Aide at Westorchard Elementary School from 22.50 hours/week to 31.25 hours/week, effective September 3, 2019.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education hereby amends the appointment of Susana Perez, Health Aide at Westorchard Elementary School from 17.5 hours/week to 24 hours/week, effective September 3, 2019.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education hereby terminates the appointment of Victor Guevara, custodial substitute, effective June 22, 2019.
5. Recommended Action: Other
5.1 CSE Summaries (2018-19 School Year) reported to the Board on August 7, 2019.
5.2 CSE Summaries (2019-20 School Year) reported to the Board on August 7, 2019.
5.3 WHEREAS, the Board of Education has been authorized by the voters of the School District at the Annual Meeting to raise for the budget for the 2019-20 school year a sum not to exceed $126,152,188 for School District purposes and a sum not to exceed $3,176,254 for Library purposes; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE Board hereby fix the equalized tax rates by towns and confirm the extension of the taxes as they appear on the following described tax roll. (Attached document must have Date and Hour of Adoption recorded.)
5.4 Resolution issuing a tax warrant. (Attached document must indicate vote and signature of each board member.)
5.5 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the agreement with Educational & Management Services Inc. for Special Education Services during the 2019-20 school year, in the amount of $24,000.00, and authorizes the Superintendent to execute this Agreement.
5.6 BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Summer Transportation Contract with Chappaqua Transportation, effective July 1, 2019 to August 30, 2019 in the amount of $175,164.81, and authorizes the Board President and Superintendent to execute this agreement.
5.7 BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Aramark Contract Extension required by The Stated Education Department for the 2019-20 school year and authorizes the Board President to execute the extension of agreement.
5.8 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Proposed Lunch Budget for 2019-20 budget with supporting documentation attached.
5.9 BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the A La Carte Price List for the 2018-19 school year.
5.10 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves an Agreement with KG&D Architects dated July 18, 2019, in the amount of $22,500.00, for Architectural Professional Services for reworking the built-in gutters on the barrel shaped roofs above the Library and Gym wings at Seven Bridges Middle School, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
5.11 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves an Agreement for Investigative Services with A.F. Investigations, as a provider of investigative services for school year 2019-20, at a rate of $65 per hour, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
5.12 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves and Agreement for Services with John Chambers, as a Board Retreat facilitator for the 2019-20 school year, in the amount of $5,000.00, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
5.13 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Agreement for Services with Angela Stockman for Professional Development, in the amount of $4,000.00, during the 2019-20 school year, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
5.14 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves CCSD Bid Award #B2019-16: Construction, Labor & Materials – Painting Services – recommended award to HG Painting, at the average hourly rate of $99.34.
5.15 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves CCSD Bid Award #B2019-17: Supply, Delivery and Installation of Cafeteria Counters for Seven Bridges Middle School – recommended award to M. Tucker Div. of Singer NY, LLC in the amount of $37,786,00.
5.16 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves an agreement with Julia B. Fee/Sotheby’s International Realty for real estate brokerage services as a result of CCSD RFP #2019-6, and authorizes the Board President to execute this agreement.
5.17 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the President to sign a 2nd Addendum Agreement to AIA Document A132-2009 with MVM Construction, LLC as presented to the Board at this meeting.
ADDENDUM
5.18 BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to the provision of Educational Law 3635B and Commissioner’s Regulations at 17NYCRR Part 191, the Board hereby determines that a roadway located on Mountain Peak Road does not meet the criteria for a hazardous condition and therefore may not be designated as a Child Safety Zone.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education will notify the parent who petitioned the Board regarding this matter of this determination.
5.19 BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to the Board of Education Policy #5053, after due deliberation, the Board has determined to uphold the grade-level placement decision of the building principal with respect to Student #704908.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education will notify the parent who petitioned the Board regarding this matter of this determination.
6. Facilities
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education acknowledges Change Orders approved by the Superintendent per Board Resolution adopted at June 14, 2017 Board of Education meeting
6.1 Change order Select Telecom #1 – Roaring Brook approved by the Superintendent:
Project: Elementary School Capital Improvements
Contractor: Select Telecomm
Description: Install 17 new wall speakers in classrooms 18/4 cable; Install 1 new horn with 18/4 cable in boiler room area; 1000 feet of 18/4 cable; 36 hours labor to complete
Amount: $6,744.20
6.2 Change order HV Door & Hardware #HVS3977 approved by the Superintendent:
Project: Elementary School Capital Improvements
Contractor: Hudson Valley Door & Hardware
Description: 20 SLWC 612 M 16 SW R WSCF 3070 4 453 E1 E18 Y Hollow Metal Sidelite Frames; 20 Welding; 20 11 ¾” x 71 ¾” Pyran F
Amount: $38,072.00
6.3 Change order HV Door & Hardware #E02197 approved by the Superintendent:
Project: Elementary School Capital Improvements
Contractor: Hudson Valley Door & Hardware
Description: 6 GPD EC7 RWB F 20611 4 3/3 CI S G2A 325 (RH); 6 GPD EC7 RWB F 20611 4 3/3 CI S G2A 325 (LH); 24 FBB179 4x4 26D Mortise Hinges; 12 K1050 10”x22”x630 Kickplates; 13.5 hours shop labor to adjust 4 frames (modify & re-sizing, puch & dimple/supply masonary anchors)
Amount: $5,404.02
6.4 Change order GC-001-RB approved by the Superintendent:
Project: Elementary School Capital Improvements
Contractor: Casabella Contracting of NY, Inc.
Description: Labor, equipment and materials related to providing additional asbestos abatement in the PE Office 134A Toilet Room ceiling
Amount: $13,068.00
6.5 Change order PC-012-RB approved by the Superintendent:
Project: Middle School Capital Improvements
Contractor: S&L Plumbing and Heating Corp.
Description: Labor, equipment and materials related to providing permanent valves in Toilet Rooms 217 and 318 for new fixtures
Amount: $2,391.84
7. Financials
7.1 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the Quarterly Treasurer’s Report – Extraclassroom Activities – June 30, 2019
7.2 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the Quarterly Treasurer’s Report – Team Accounts – June 30, 2019
7.3 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the Treasurer’s Report – April 2019
7.4 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the Treasurer’s Report – May 2019
7.5 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the Treasurer’s Report – June 2019
7.6 As required by Year-End Audit for School Year 2018-19, Reclassify Budget Allocations to Cover Negative Variances
7.7 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the Claims Auditor Report – June 2019
7.8 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the Revenue Status Report – July 2019
7.9 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accepts the Appropriation Status Report – July 2019
8. Notice of Future Meetings
Thursday, August 29, 2019 10:30 am
Opening Day
Horace Greeley High School – Academic Commons
Tuesday, September 10, 2019 7:30 pm
Horace Greeley High School – Academic Commons
Adjourn into Executive Session, subject to Board approval, to discuss contract negotiations.
Re-convene Public Meeting
9. Adjournment
Any person who seeks accommodation based upon disability should contact the District Clerk,
Liisa Elsner at 238-7200, x-1002, at least five days prior to the meeting.
Chappaqua Board of Education
Education Center
66 Roaring Brook Road
Chappaqua, NY 10514
Web: www.ccsd.ws
Email: board@ccsd.ws
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