SOUTH BOUND BROOK BOARD OF EDUCATION
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 3, 2005
The meeting was called to order at 7:37 by board member Len Stys in room 140 of Robert Morris School with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by this opening statement:
STATEMENT RE: SUNSHINE LAW
This meeting has been advertised in two newspapers at least 48 hours prior to the meeting and has been posted in conspicuous locations including the borough hall and school buildings, which complies with state law governing meetings of school boards and other organizations.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mr. Allen, Mrs. Bolmer, Mrs. Esposito and Mr. Stys. Mrs. Santora arrived at 7:43 p.m.
ABSENT: Mr. Ambrose and Mrs. Sarboukh
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND ADDENDUM
Motion presented to approve the agenda and addendum as distributed to board members.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- OCTOBER 20, 2005
Motion presented to approve the minutes of the October 20, 2005 Regular Meeting.
NOTE: Mrs. Santora arrived at 7:43 p.m. and acted on all remaining business of this meeting.
SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
RECOGNITION OF PUBLIC
No questions or comments at this time.
a. BOARD SECRETARY'S REPORT
Motion to approve Board Secretary's Report dated August 31, 2005 indicating a cash balance of $1,188,576.31.
Motion to approve Treasurer's Report dated August 31, 2005 indicating a cash balance of $1,188,576.31.
ROLL CALL
MOTION: Mrs. Santora SECOND: Mrs. Bolmer VOTE: 5-0
a. Letter from Mrs. Breyan requesting anticipated maternity leave of absence from February 10, 2006 through June 30, 2006. It is her intention to return to her teaching position on September 1, 2006.
b. NJSBA Mail regarding Special NJSBA election on November 19, 2005.
c. Letter from Dr. Rosevear to William Librera expressing South Bound Brook's interest in participation in the Teacher Quality Research Program.
Mrs. Santora asked questions about the Teacher Quality Research Program. Dr. Rosevear provided details of the services which will be provided and the program's agreement with our stipulations.
ACTION ITEMS (ROLL CALL VOTE)
a. APPROVAL OF COMPUTER PURCHASE UNDER STATE CONTRACT
Motion to approve purchase of computers from Aspect Computer, under state contract, in the amount of $38,121 on June 30, 2005.
In accordance with Article XV, Paragraph A, of the Agreement between the Board of Education and Robert Morris Education Association, an employee may request a maternity leave as stipulated. Motion presented, as recommended, that the request for a maternity leave as stipulated in Correspondence A be granted.
c. APPROVAL OF SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Motion to approve the following substitute teacher for the 2005-2006 school year (September 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006):
d. TUITION FOR OUT-OF-DISTRICT PLACEMENT FOR 2005-2006
A motion is necessary for inclusion in the minutes to accept the following cots for out-of-district placements for the 2005-2006 school year (September 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006):
1 TOPS Program $1,205/month
e. PHYSICAL THERAPIST SERVICES FOR THE 2005-2006 SCHOOL YEAR (JULY 1, 2005 - JUNE 30, 2006)
Motion presented as recommended by the superintendent that Leslie Marcks be reappointed as physical therapist for the 2005-2006 school year (July 1, 2005 - June 30, 2006) at an hourly rate of $75.00. This service is part of the students' Individual Educational Plans (IEP).
Motion to approve participation with Rutgers Graduate School of Education Institute for Improved Student Achievement in the Teacher Quality Research Program (CFDA Number 84.305). The purpose is to identify programs and practices for teacher development that will potentially be effective in improving reading and writing for the students of South Bound Brook (see correspondence "C").
Motion to adopt for first reading Policy File Code 9250, Travel Expense Reimbursement for Board of Education members.
Motion to adopt for first reading Policy File Code 4233, Travel Expense Reimbursement for employees.
Motion to approve full-time employment of Sharon Zlotnick for the 2005-2006 school year (November 7, 2005 through June 30, 2006). The number of ESL/Bilingual students has increased, requiring expansion of the ESL/Bilingual program to meet state requirements.
Motion to enter into a contract with Green Brook Board of Education to
provide transportation to New Grange school for a South Bound Brook student for a total cost of $17,833.00.
Motion to approve above Action Items a-j:
ROLL CALL
MOTION: Mrs. Santora SECOND: Mrs. Bolmer VOTE: 5-0
BOUND BROOK BOARD OF EDUCATION: Mrs. Esposito reported that facilities work is underway.
NEGOTIATIONS: A meeting was scheduled for November 14 at 6:00 (dinner will be served).
Mrs. Esposito thanked Mrs. Leonhardt for her help with the arrangements for the board's recent workshop in Atlantic City.
ACCEPTANCE OF FUNDING UNDER IDEIA-B FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006
Motion to accept the following funding under IDEIA-B FY2006, pending the availability of funds (September 1, 2005 through August 30, 2006):
Preschool $3,452
ROLL CALL
MOTION: Mrs. Santora SECOND: Mrs. Esposito VOTE: 5-0
Motion presented to increase the payment for substitute teachers, both certified and non-certified, to $95 per diem. Increase will be effective November 1, 2005.
MOTION: Mrs. Esposito SECOND: Mr. Allen VOTE: 5-0
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion presented at 8:30 p.m. to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss personnel and negotiations.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
Motion presented at 9:15 p.m. to return to Open Session.
ADJOURNMENT
Business concluded, motion presented to adjourn the meeting at 9:16 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Patricia Leonhardt
Business Administrator/Board Secretary