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The minutes of the regular meeting of the North Plainfield Board of Education held on February 18, 2009 at Watchung School, 33 Mountain Avenue, North Plainfield, NJ. Mrs. Bond-Nelson called the meeting to order and made the following announcement: In accordance with NJSA 10:4-10, required advance notice of this meeting was filed with the Borough Clerk; submitted to the COURIER NEWS, STAR LEDGER, AND Comcast; posted at Watchung School, Borough Hall and the North Plainfield Public Library. Following the Pledge of Allegiance.Mrs. Bond-Nelson requested the call of the roll:
Thomas Allen Drew Elliott Smith
David Branan Nancy Szaroleta
Sandra Dodd Linda Bond-Nelson
Kathleen Mullen
A quorum was established
Also present were Dr. Marilyn Birnbaum, Superintendent of Schools, and Donald Sternberg, Board Secretary/School Business Administrator and approximately 3 members of the staff and public. Dr. Robert Rich, Assistant Superintendent was absent.
Introduction of New Staff
There was none.
Minutes Approval
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved to accept the public session minutes of February 4, 2009.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved to accept the executive session minutes of February 4, 2009.
Financial Report
Mr. Allen moved, seconded by Mr. Branan and unanimously approved by roll call vote that the Board of Education approve the list of bills and payrolls dated January 31, 2009 in the amount of $4,917,191.59.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Mr. Allen moved, seconded by Mr. Branan and unanimously approved by roll call vote that the Board of Education accept the monthly financial reports of the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary and the Treasurer of School Funds, for the month of December 2008 and further recommends in compliance with NJAC 6:23-2.11(B), that the Board of Education certify that to the best of their knowledge no major account or fund has been over expended and that as of this report sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligation for the remainder of this fiscal year.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Comments from the Public
Upon request of the chair for topics from the public, there were none.
Student Representative Report
Nora Rivera was absent.
Presentation
Mr. Ronald Fisher, Technology Supervisor, presented to the Board an update on the technology plan and strategies for the next budget year.
Superintendent’s Report
Recognition/Public Relations
Staff
Music teachers from the district will be performing a wide variety of musical styles at the Music Faculty Scholarship Concert on February 19 at 7 p.m. in the NPHS auditorium.
Students
A committee of NPHS teachers selected the following students as "Students of the Month" for December for their exemplary work and behavior. Special recognition for their accomplishments included a NPHS pride pin, a letter of congratulations from Principal Stephenson, and a certificate. The students' parents/guardians were also sent a letter of appreciation for their support and influence.
Kristina Sherwood Fine/Performing Arts
Nicholas Salvemini Practical Arts
Daniela Velastegui Academic Achievement Grades 11-12
Joselin Castro Academic Achievement Grades 9-10
Ashleigh Bennett Academic Excellence Grades 11-12
Nour Abrahim Academic Excellence Grades 9-10
Katherine Ramos “The Canuck”
Nicole Bravo School Spirit
NPHS senior Jessica Townley and junior Dondre Stuetly made the final round with their scene from "Rumors” at the Speech & Theatre Association of New Jersey (STANJ) High School Theatre Competition in association with the New Jersey Governor's Awards in Arts Education.
The following students have been accepted to the Robert Wood Johnson Mini Medical School for Students. This program includes six, two/three-hour sessions every Wednesday evening from February to April. The program gives students the opportunity to sample a medical school curriculum. After receiving an overwhelming number of applications three of our students were selected: Daniela Velastegui, Jamel Wilson, and Zubah Kolubah.
College Acceptances
Christian Angulo Lincoln Technical Institute
Latrice Antoine Westminster College
Diana Aquino New York Art Institute
Ashleigh Bennett Berkeley College
Antoinette Burns Kutztown University
East Stroudsburg University
Tyson Chandler North Carolina State University –Full tuition
Yakay Cobb Cazenovia College
Christina Cruz Mount St. Mary College
Anthony DeJesso Johnson & Wales University
Ramon Diaz Lincoln Technical Institute
Ashley Dunham Albright College
Rider University
Temple University
Cabrini College
Pace University
Seton Hall University
Fordham University
Luis Fiallos Fairleigh-Dickinson University
Stephanie Flores Bloomfield College
George Floudiotis United States Marines
Emma Jean Gambini United States Marines
Tevin Henry United States Air Force
Noelle Hynes University of South Florida
Jayana Kenana Rutgers University
NJIT - $1,000/4 yrs.
Julia Lake Albright College
Natalie Lopez Fairleigh-Dickinson University
Penn State University
Karielle McKinney Florida Memorial University
Penn State University
Jonathan Montoya Bloomfield College - $8,000/4 yr.
Fairleigh-Dickinson University
Olivia Mulvahill Penn State University
Branny Orak Johnson & Wales University
Antoine Porter Johnson & Wales University - $3,000/4 yr.
Norma Rivera Fairleigh-Dickinson University
Marcel Ringold University of Bridgeport
Ramona Ross Drexel University –
Dean’s Scholarship $11,300/yr.
Nicole Sartori Johnson & Wales University –
$6,000/yr. Scholarship
Kean University
Randall Shelton Johnson & Wales University
Charisse Sobers The Culinary Institute of America
Drexel University - $9,500 scholarship
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Ursinus College
Jessica Townley Newbury College
Rider University
Christian Zapata United States Navy
Schools
Stony Brook School
Bantaba: The Circle of Celebration: The students and staff of Stony Brook School welcomed the African-American dance troupe – “Bantaba” -- for an all school assembly sponsored by the PTA. "Bantaba" is a Mandingo word that refers to "the center where all important events take place." Sponsored by Young Audiences Arts for Learning of New Jersey, the dance troupe works to combine traditional African and modern African-American dance while teaching about various African cultures and traditions. Students and staff were invited to join the circle for call-and-response singing, dance movements and drum ensembles. This assembly launched a month of Black History Studies. “It truly was a joyous celebration and so much fun!” exclaimed Cathy Kobylarz, principal.
Second Graders Celebrate Half-Way Day: It doesn't seem possible, but the second grade students in Kathy Willwerth’s and Marina Heller's classes have been counting the days of school and declared Tuesday, February 3 as the 90th day of school. This day marked the half-way point of this school year. What better way to celebrate than to incorporate mathematics? Each child arrived on the half-way day with special projects demonstrating half of something. The students shared their projects with each other, discussing symmetry and how half is determined. One student's project was half of his football. Many parents were on hand to share the celebration of half-way day.
Jump Rope for Heart: On February 10, Stony Brook School joined thousands of elementary schools across the nation in its second annual Jump Rope for Heart educational fund-raising event. Sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, the purpose of the fundraiser is to engage elementary students in jumping rope activities while raising funds to support lifesaving heart and stroke research. This program teaches physical fitness and promotes the value of community service for students and their families. Organized by Lauren Labott and Shannon Zakrzewski, (physical education and health teachers at Stony Brook), the staff, students and their families raised close to $800.00 for this very worthy cause.
East End School
On February 2, East End held its Citizen of the Month Assembly which is based on the six pillars of character. Parents of the recipients were also present. Students’ pictures were taken holding their certificates and placed in the Citizen of the Month bulletin board which is housed in the main entrance hallway.
The PTA provided the second grade classes with an in-classroom workshop on dinosaur fossils on February 5. Rachel Bijaczyk from the Somerset County 4H presented to each second grade individually. Students learned a great deal about dinosaurs and then engaged in hands-on activities which included a dinosaur dig using Playdough. PTA member Rebecca Barnhart continues to provide the students with educational and fun classroom workshops this year.
On February 5, East End School held its annual Gym Night for the fourth grade students and their parents. John Malazdra and Kathy Senna, East End School’s physical education teachers, hosted the event. Teams of students and parents faced challenges that included teamwork and critical thinking skills. “It was so interesting to watch as different problem solving skills were used to complete each challenge. Mr. Malazdra and Mr. Senna put a great deal of time and effort into preparing for this most enjoyable and educational event,” stated Kathy Herrmann, principal.
East End teachers Sharon Egan, Alexis Holbrook, Joanne Wendt, Kathy Porter, Karen Lewis, and Jill Fogarty went to Raritan Valley Community College after school hours to visit the college’s planetarium to see their digital projection system. They learned a great deal about how images of the solar system are projected using the new digital system. This visit supported StarLab, which just recently concluded at East End School.
West End School
Kindergarten Science Day Celebration: The West End School Kindergartners enjoyed a morning of science fun by exploring THE FIVE SENSES. The celebration took place in the Community Room. Teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents monitored twelve table activities as the children rotated to each station. The stations included a visit from Mr. Weinstein from Lenscrafters in Springfield, who brought a model of the human eye. Other activities included: Listening Center, Paper Cup and String Telephones, Scented Playdough, Sticker and Marker Art, Taste Test, Sand Paper Name Plates, Magnifying Glasses and Hidden Items, Microscopes and Slides, Snack Table, Computer Game on the Five Senses, and Feely Bags Guessing Game. The kindergartens returned on Friday to graph their favorite centers and to write THANK YOU notes to all of the wonderful volunteers. Many thanks to the kindergarten teachers for planning and providing this wonderful science experience: Mary Durkin, Rosemarie Hansen, Nancy Lubreski, Tara Mattielli, and Nicole Migliore
Adopt-a-Wildcat Project: The votes are in and counted and the winner is...Boo Boo! West End children voted by depositing a dime in one of the three buckets with the picture of the wildcat they wanted West End to adopt. Many thanks to Marilyn LaMarca and Wendy Szymanski for heading up the Adopt-a-Wildcat Project. Many thanks to Marilyn LaMarca for reading books on wildcats and teaching all of our students about these beautiful cats. Many thanks to Wendy Szymanski who has been in touch with Wildcat Haven, designed the flyer, counted the money and served as the liaison between West End and Wildcat Haven.
Parent Engagement Spaghetti Dinner: The Parent Engagement Second Annual Spaghetti Dinner was a wonderful success. About 100 parents and students sat down together with West End staff to enjoy dinner and each other's company. While staff heated up the spaghetti, parents filled out surveys about school interests and concerns. Parents and students were notified of upcoming 2009 events (Computer Night, Test Prep Night and the Science Fair) through entertaining skits acted out by staff. Besides the Parent Engagement Committee members (Marianne Harris, Marilyn Pinto, Taryn Buffolino, Alan Adams, Mariluz Torres, Dina Diaz and Nancy Lubreski), many staff members were in attendance and helped serve spaghetti and salad to the crowd. Some of the teachers participating included Alison Clark, Nicole Migliori, Mindy Durkin, Nicole Rivlin, Carol Irvine, and Rosemarie Hansen
Second Grade Project Trust Day: Many thanks to the second grade students and teachers for providing West End School with a wonderful Project Trust Day. Students visited the second grade classrooms to participate in activities that were centered on the second grade character trait Trustworthiness. Second grade teachers included: Lisa Cirillo, Sandy Deller, Jason Lilly, Veronica Quick,
Patty Russell, and Ruth Siegel
Jump Rope for Heart was a big success! The students were excited about jumping rope to fight heart disease and stroke. Student awareness about the very real dangers of these conditions was brought to the forefront of their minds. “It was also really touching to hear from some of the students who said that they were going to jump rope for a specific family member who was suffering from a heart related ailment,” stated Beth Sobel, principal. Barbara Walker, school nurse, organized all the fundraising material and collected the money from the students. The paper hearts that the children filled out to tell who they were jumping for and why are on display in the hallway outside of the gym. Many thanks to Wendy Alvarez, Todd Vanderputten, and Shannon Zakrzewski and to all the students who made the day fun and enjoyable with their excitement and enthusiasm.
The West End School community honored the following students and staff in January: Third graders Christopher Muz and Jessica Cerdena for collecting hundreds of soda can tabs to help Student Council; third grader Jordan Grundy for being kind and respectful to all his classmates; third grader Tony Godwin for consistently demonstrating the Character Counts traits of "Caring" and "Responsibility”; third graders Crispreet Kaur, Salma Ibrahim, and Tony Godwin for doing exceptionally well on their multiplication timed tests; first grader Adrian Dominguez for using listening skills, following directions, completing his work, and being an all- around GREAT student; and Wendy Szymanski, special education teacher, for just completing her Master's Degree.
DISTRICT OPERATIONS & AUXILIARY SERVICES
SAFETY TRAINING
The safety topic for February is “Safe Lifting Practices.” Related safety training will be conducted with all staff members on Thursday, February 19, 2009.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Safety Committee: Edward Ostroff, director of operations and auxiliary serves, is currently in the process of re-establishing a District-Wide Safety Committee. The goal of this committee will be to increase safety awareness, review procedures, and review accidents and injuries.
Asthma Friendly Schools: Mr. Ostroff is currently working with the school nurses to roll out and fully implement the “Asthma Friendly Schools Program” in all of the district’s schools.
DISTRICT OPERATIONS
In addition to completing routine work orders, maintenance personnel continue to complete a number of in-house projects. The following projects are now in progress:
• High School: Conversion of the server room to a conference room.
• High School: Library improvements and conference room conversion.
• Watchung School: Creation of a secure file area near the conference room.
PROJECT GRANTS
The following project grants have recently been approved for the district. Please visit the district’s website and click on the link to Operations for more information.
Somerset County Freeholders – Open Space Grant
The Somerset County Freeholders have approved the North Plainfield School District for a $1,000,000 Open Space Grant. The grant funding will be utilized to replace the existing Upper Krausche Field with an artificial playing surface and other improvements as funding will allow.
S.D.A./D.O.E. Construction Grant
The New Jersey School Development Authority in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Education have approved two grants totaling more than $1,200,000 for the replacement of boilers and heating system components at West End School and the Harrison School.
Somerset County Energy Audit Grant
The North Plainfield School District has received a grant offered by Somerset County to audit our energy usage. The audit will review energy costs at all of our buildings and one building will be chosen for a comprehensive energy study.
STATUS REPORT (Capital Projects)
HIGH SCHOOL/MIDDLE SCHOOL
Auditorium Stage Lighting Upgrades. On hold.
WEST END SCHOOL
Boiler/Heating System Replacement. Specifications are pending.
HARRISON BUILDING
Boiler/Heating System Replacement. Specifications are pending.
STATUS REPORT (Maintenance Projects)
HIGH SCHOOL/MIDDLE SCHOOL
Upper Field Sound System Upgrades. Scheduled.
High School & Middle School HVAC upgrades. In Progress.
EAST END SCHOOL
Window Replacement (11). Awarded and installation is pending.
HARRISON CAMPUS
Modular T1, Floor Replacement. In Progress.
WATCHUNG SCHOOL
Office Flooring Replacement. Completed, January 13, 2009.
DISTRICT WIDE INITIATIVES
District-Wide Energy Savings Project. Planning Stage.
2009-2010 CAPITAL PROJECTS
(PROPOSED)
The following Capital Improvement Projects have been *tentatively selected for inclusion in the 2009/2010 School Budget.
• High School – Restroom Renovations, 2nd floor
• East End School – Restroom Renovations, 2nd Floor
• Stony Brook School – Restroom Renovations, 2nd floor
• West & East End School – Exterior Doors
• District – Windows, as needed.
• East End School – Boiler and heating system(s) replacement
• West End School – Gymnasium structural repairs
• District – Energy Monitoring and Lighting Upgrades
*The aforementioned projects are proposed. The projects that are included in this year’s budget will depend upon our share of state aid. Those figures are not available at this time.
Correspondence
There was none.
Committee and Delegate Report
A Finance and Facilities Committee meeting will be held on February 19th.
A Policy Committee meeting will be held on March 2nd.
A Negotiations Committee meeting will be held on February 23rd.
Old Business
The Annual Board Retreat will be held either March 12th, 19th, or 26th once confirmed with Diane Morris, NJSBA Representative, from 7:00 to 10:00 PM.
New Business
Recommendations from Superintendent of Schools
Personnel
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve the Board member and/or staff conference and travel expenses as per the attached list.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that the Board of Education approve the certificated staff indicated on the attached list be paid for graduate courses taken between August and December 2008.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve the appointment of Stephanie Meyers as the middle school girls and boys track coach at the 2007-2008 stipend of $3,525, to be adjusted pending settlement of the negotiated Agreement.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve the appointment of the following teachers in the adult high school in the subject areas specified at the rate indicated after their names:
Susan DeAppolonio English Teacher 90 hrs $28/hr
Substitute Teacher
Renee Heller Math Teacher, HSPA Proctor 30 hrs $28/hr
Substitute Teacher
Patricia Mason Supervisor 80 hrs $38/hr
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve the appointment of Robyn Enderle, physical education teacher in the middle school, as a first aider at the rate of $30 per hour, to work on an as-needed basis at athletic events.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve the employment of CB Bowman as a district substitute paraprofessional to be called on an as-needed basis.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve an increase in hours for Jagmohan Goraya, classified student/bus paraprofessional at East End School, from 3.0 hrs per day to 3.5 hrs per day, effective February 19, 2009.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve an increase in hours for Elaine Viola, paraprofessional working with a classified student at West End School, from 20.0 hours per week to 21.25 hours per week, an increase in 1.25 hours per week, effective February 19, 2009.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve the employment of the following individuals as K- 12 district substitute teachers:
Treemanisha Stewart Camelia Suris
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education adjust the guide and salary of Wendy Szymanski, special education teacher at West End School, from the BA Guide to the 2007-2008 MA Guide/Step 4 annual salary rate of $45,730, to reflect her attainment of a Master’s degree, effective January 1, 2009, to be adjusted pending settlement of the negotiated Agreement.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve a temporary adjustment in hours for the following paraprofessionals at NPHS during the absence and until the return of Marilyn Mastroianni:
Paraprofessional From To Effective
Linda Fagan 4.0 hrs/day 7.0 hrs/day 1/29/09
Linda Schultz 6.5 hrs/day 7.5 hrs/day 2/19/09
Curriculum, Instruction, and Pupil Services
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and approved by a vote of 6 to 0 with Mrs. Dodd abstaining that the Board of Education approve the placement of non-classified student ATS-10-08-09 in the Alternative to Suspension Program at Somerset County Alternative High School in Raritan for five days, from February 17, 2009 through February 23, 2009, at the cost of $260 per day. Transportation will be required.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and approved by a vote of 6 to 0 with Mrs. Dodd abstaining that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve classified student OMT-01-08-09 receive oral motor therapy to be provided by Anne Melia Moore, therapist, for one 45-minute session per week at the cost of $75 per session.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and approved by a vote of 6 to 0 with Mrs. Dodd abstaining that the Board of Education accept IDEIA funds for the fiscal year 2009 as follows:
Basic Grant $785,709
Preschool Grant $ 17,556
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and approved by a vote of 6 to 0 with Mrs. Dodd abstaining that the Board of Education approve home instruction for non-classified student HI-15-08-09 for up to five hours per week to be provided by district and/or Educational Services Commission staff, effective February 28, 2009.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and approved by a vote of 6 to 0 with Mrs. Dodd abstaining that the Board of Education continue home instruction for identified student HI-14-08-09 for up to ten hours per week, pending psychiatric clearance.
Further, that the Board of Education approve the services of Dr. Richard Kleinmann to perform a psychiatric evaluation of the student at the cost of $850.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and approved by a vote of 6 to 0 with Mrs. Dodd abstaining that the Board of Education approve classified student NE-01-08-09 receive a neurological evaluation to be provided by Dr. Kavita Sinha at the cost of $325.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and approved by a vote of 6 to 0 with Mrs. Dodd abstaining that the Board of Education approve the placement of non-classified student ATS-11-08-09 in the Alternative to Suspension Program at Somerset County Alternative High School in Raritan for five days, from February 25, 2009 through March 3, 2009, at the cost of $260 per day. Transportation will be required.
Finance, Purchasing, Facilities and Agreements
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved by roll call vote that the Board of Education approve payments from the Cafeteria Account and the Adult School Account in accordance with the attached list dated February 18, 2009.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved by roll call vote that the Board of Education approve line item transfers in accordance with the attached list dated December 31, 2008.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved by roll call vote that the Board of Education approve setting the hours for voting at the Annual School Election on April 21, 2009, to 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved by roll call vote that the Board of Education approve setting the time and date for the drawing of position on the ballot to 4:00 p.m. on March 11, 2009, to be held at the Board of Education office.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved by roll call vote that the Board of Education approve the following field trips:
Field trip to the Consumer Bowl on Monday, February 23 at the Somerset County Emergency Service Training Academy in Hillsborough, NJ. Students will participate in a Future Business Leaders of America competition from 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Students will be transported on a district van.
Field trip to the Hispanic Society Museum of New York on Friday, March 6 for members of the Spanish Honor Society, AP Spanish Class, and the Spanish Dance Club. Students will learn about famous and influential international people from 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Students will be transported on a contracted bus.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved by roll call vote that the Board of Education approve a resolution authorizing the Business
Administrator and Vitetta to accomplish all necessary steps to proceed with approval and grant submission as follows:
WHEREAS, the North Plainfield Board of Education (“Board”) has determined that the HVAC/heating system at the East End School building is in need of replacement (“Project”); and
WHEREAS, this project has been identified in the Long Range Facilities Plan as several projects for the purpose of upgrading for code, accessibility; replacing heating systems, all relating to Health and Safety requirements; and
WHEREAS, the district intends to fund this project as “Other Capital Project” through the district Capital Project Fund designated in the 09-10 School Budget, and is seeking additional State Funding through the “R.O.D Grant” program; and
WHEREAS, the Board must now take all actions as directed by the Department of Education and any other authority in order to receive a determination and approval to proceed; and
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary Donald Sternberg, along with Vitetta is hereby authorized to submit and take all necessary action to obtain approvals for proceeding with the project, including the submittal of an application and related schematic drawing; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution shall be effective immediately.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and approved by roll call vote of 5 to 0 with Mr. Allen and Mr. Branan abstaining that the Board of Education approve the negotiated Agreement between the North Plainfield Board of Education and the North Plainfield Education Association for the period commencing July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2011, and further, that the President and Secretary of the Board be authorized to sign the Agreement on behalf of the Board of Education.
Thomas Allen - Abstain Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Abstain Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved by roll call vote that for the 2008-2009 school year, the Board of Education approve the use of Performance Physical Therapy and Sports Conditioning to provide athletic training services on an as-needed basis at athletic contests and practices at the hourly rate of $63.75.
Thomas Allen - Aye Drew Elliott Smith - Aye
David Branan - Aye Nancy Szaroleta - Aye
Sandra Dodd - Aye Linda Bond-Nelson - Aye
Kathleen Mullen - Aye
Items moved from future Agenda
There were none.
New items requested to be placed on the Agenda
There were none.
Current Events in Education
There were none.
Comments from the Public
Virginia Feola thanked the Board for their approval of the NPEA Memorandum of Agreement.
Future Agenda Items
Board Presentations
Policy Update -
Teacher Conduct and Dress – 4119.22
Pupil Dress and Grooming – 5132
Budget Presentation
Adjournment
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved to hold an executive session on March 4, 2009 at 7:00 pm for confidential matters relating to students, personnel, contract negotiations, litigation, and/or any other matter considered confidential by federal or state law.
Mr. Branan moved, seconded by Mr. Allen and unanimously approved to adjourn at 9:35 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
APPROVED: Donald Sternberg
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