CLIFTON BOARD OF EDUCATION CLIFTON, NJ MINUTES

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1 CLIFTON BOARD OF EDUCATION CLIFTON, NJ MINUTES REGULAR MEETING: Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 7:00 PM LOCATION: 745 CLIFTON AVENUE, CLIFTON, NJ THE BOARD OF EDUCATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MEET IN EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PERSONNEL, NEGOTIATIONS AND/OR LITIGATIONS. The meeting is opened by the Board President. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence ATTENDANCE ROLL CALL OF BOARD MEMBERS: Ms. Arlene Agresti VICE PRESIDENT Mr. Tafari Anderson Ms. Judith A. Bassford Mr. James Daley Ms. Lucy Danny - Absent Mr. Michael J. Evans Dr. John Houston Mr. Gary Passenti PRESIDENT Ms. Rosemary L. Pino ALSO PRESENT: Richard Tardalo, Superintendent of Schools Mark Tietjen, Asst. Superintendent of Schools Karen Perkins, Business Administrator/Board Secretary Carolina Rodriguez, Asst. Business Administrator/Asst. Board Secretary READING OF THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT: THE NEW JERSEY OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS LAW WAS ENACTED TO INSURE THE RIGHT TO THE PUBLIC TO HAVE ADVANCE NOTICE OF AND TO ATTEND THE MEETINGS OF PUBLIC BODIES AT WHICH ANY BUSINESS AFFECTING THEIR INTEREST IS DISCUSSED OR ACTED UPON. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ACT, THE CLIFTON BOARD OF EDUCATION HAS CAUSED NOTICE OF THIS MEETING TO BE PUBLICIZED BY HAVING THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE THEREOF POSTED AT THE CITY CLERK S OFFICE, CLIFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, SENIOR CITIZEN NUTRITION CENTER, ON CABLE TV, IN THE LOCAL PRESS, ON THE DISTRICT S WEB SITE, AND MAILED TO PRESIDENTS OF PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATIONS. THIS MEETING WILL BE TAPE RECORDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH POLICY 0168

2 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 2 Mustang Pride Donation for Project Graduation to Clifton High School HSA Jennifer Algieri, Vice President of CHS HSA, presented the CHS HSA with a check for $5, to be used for Project Graduation. This donation was generated from the proceeds of a Mustang Pride fundraiser. Ann Marie Genneken, president of Mustang Pride, introduced the officers of the organization. RECOGNITION AND AWARD PRESENTATIONS: ADOPTION OF MINUTES: COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: FIRST READING OF POLICY: PRESENTATIONS OF REPORTS FROM ADMINISTRATION, ADVISORY COMMITTEES & SPECIAL COMMITTEES: BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS: Facilities/Athletics Mr. Anderson reported that the committee discussed the following: 1. Capital Projects Status Update Roof Replacements - Schools 1, 5, and CHS - completed Boiler Replacements - Schools 14 and 16 Boilers used this winter Electrical Upgrades - School 14 and 16 Landscaping and macadam to be done this spring Video Surveillance - CC, WW and CHS Annex Ports to be opened after PARCC Window Replacements Schools 14, 16 and WW to be done this summer 2. Capital Projects for Boiler Replacements Schools 3, 4, 5, 9, 11 Roof Replacements Schools 3 and 16 Capital Reserve funds will be used for the boiler and roof replacement projects CHS Girls Locker Room - Proposal from The Locker Man 3. Sustainable NJ Process explained on how schools can enter program 4. ENERNOC Energy Management Program in five Schools CHS, CC, WW, HS Annex and School 17 Software to be installed to monitor energy usage Savings generated for a 1 day reduction of energy load during the summer 5. Facilities Usage Rules and fees for the use of the stadium based on recent installation of turf and track

3 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 3 Administration answered questions regarding the schools enrolled in Sustainable NJ. There were comments from the Board relative to the use of Capital Reserve for the projects completed during and for those planned during PUBLIC RECOGNITION: Agenda Items Only Carlos Polanco asked several questions from the Student Union regarding the bylaw for the student representative to the Board. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: A. EDUCATION/ADMINISTRATION: Items EA- 3/25/15-01 through EA- 3/25/15-04 will be voted upon in one motion. MOTION BY_James Daley SECOND BY Michael Evans VOTE 8-0 YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Evans, Houston, Pino, Passenti ABSENT: Danny Prior to action on this motion the Superintendent mentioned that dialog does not occur at Board meetings. The Board attorney needs to check on the law as it applies to the student representative. EA-3/25/ Second Reading of Bylaw Policy (see attachment) Superintendent of Schools to adopt the following policy, incorporating this file into the existing policy Student Representative to the Board of Education EA-3/25/ Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying (HIB) Report Superintendent to affirm the February 2015 Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying (HIB) Report presented by Mark Tietjen in Executive Session on March 18, EA-3/25/ Revision to School Calendar Superintendent of Schools to amend the previously adopted school calendar to reflect a delayed opening for Clifton High School seniors on April 20, April 21 and April 22, 2015 for the administration of the PARCC testing. All 9 th, 10 th and 11 th grade students will report at 7:29 a.m. and all seniors will report at 9:15 a.m. EA-3/25/ Approval of Field Trips Superintendent of Schools to approve the following list of field trip destinations for the school year. 3/30/15 CHS, Special Education students Brookdale Park, Bloomfield, NJ 4/14/15 CCMS, Art students Clifton Arts Center/City Hall, Clifton, NJ 5/8/15 School #2, Grade 2 students American Museum of Natural History, New York, NY 5/14/15 School #2, Grade 5 students Bronx Zoo, Bronx, NY

4 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 4 5/29/15 School #17, Kindergarten students World of Wings, Teaneck, NJ B. PERSONNEL: Items P- 3/25/15-01 through P- 3/25/15-09 will be voted upon in one motion. MOTION BY Arlene Agresti SECOND BY Rosemary Pino VOTE 8-0 YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Evans, Houston, Pino, Passenti ABSTAIN: Evans (P-5 only) ABSENT: Danny P-3/25/ Resignations RESOLVED, that the following resignations, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, are hereby approved by the Clifton Board of Education. Gloria LaBruzza Administration Bldg. Human Resources 12-month Secretary Joyce Cannizzo Administration 12-month Secretary Bldg. Business Office Richard Manfready CHS Supervisor of Vocational Effective June 1, 2015, due to retirement Effective June 1, 2015, due to retirement Effective June 1, 2015, due to Educational retirement WWMS Special Education Teacher Effective July 1, 2015, due to retirement Maria Christina Garofalo Maria Diaz School #12 ESL Teacher Effective July 1, 2015, due to retirement Lindsay Wich District-Wide Behaviorist Effective May 16, 2015 P-3/25/ Leaves of Absence RESOLVED, that the following leaves of absence, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, are hereby approved by the Clifton Board of Education. Employee ID #5829 Employee ID #2870 Employee ID #6663 School #9, p/t Paraprofessional School #4, Media Specialist District-Wide, Math Supervisor K-8 Unpaid FMLA on an intermittent basis MLOA MLOA 3/1/15-6/30/15 4/2/15-return date to be determined 3/23/15-return date to be determined P-3/25/ Maternity Leave of Absence a. Employee ID #7127, CCMS, World Language Teacher. Effective April 20, 2015 through June 30, Period of leave unpaid: April 20, 2015 through June 30, P-3/25/ Amendment of Leave(s) of Absence

5 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 5 a. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the paid FMLA granted to Employee ID #2053, Grade 1 Bilingual Teacher assigned to School #17 at the meeting of January 14, 2015 under Resolution P-1/14/15-02, be amended to reflect a return date of March 2, P-3/25/ Board Member Conference Superintendent of Schools to approve the following board member for attendance/fees at the listed conferences. Michael J. Evans Passaic County School Boards Association Paterson, NJ 3/23/15 No Cost, $3.60 mileage P-3/25/ Conference Request(s) Superintendent of Schools to approve the following staff member(s) for attendance/fees at the listed conferences. Employee Name Conference/Workshop Location Date Expense Liana Kabbani Play Matters: Play as a Paramus, NJ 4/17/15 No cost Therapeutic Modality-A Neurodevelopmental Perspective Wendy Jeronimo Spring Conference 2015: Math & Adolescent ELLS: Bridging the Gap New Brunswick, NJ 5/27/15 $35.00 P-3/25/ Expedite Credentials Superintendent of Schools to request an expedited review of the credentials for the following individual, by the New Jersey Department of Education. P-3/25/ Substitute Appointments Elissa Freda Superintendent of Schools to approve the following personnel for assignment as per diem substitutes P-3/25/ Personnel Appointments Elissa Freda Substitute Teacher RESOLVED, that the following individuals are appointed in accordance with the stipulations as set forth in the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools. Employment is provisional, contingent upon a criminal record check in compliance with Title 18A:6-7.1c. Michael Chmielewski Supervisor of Maintenance, replaces District, Maintenance Start to be determined - $71,000, pro-rated for lesser service

6 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 6 Thomas Mullen who resigned C. FINANCE/FACILITIES: Department 6/30/16 Items F- 3/25/15-01 through F- 3/25/15-05 will be voted upon in one motion: MOTION BY James Daley SECOND BY Arlene Agresti VOTE 8-0 YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Evans, Houston, Pino, Passenti ABSTAIN: Houston (check # only), Passenti (check # only) ABSENT: Danny F-3/25/ Donation to CHS Superintendent of Schools to accept, with sincere gratitude, the donation of two yearbooks from the Clifton High School graduating classes of 1931 and 1934 and that a letter of appreciation be forwarded to Mr. Albert G. Mason (class of 1964), Holly Springs, North Carolina, for this generous donation. F-3/25/ Approval to Change the Board Meeting Schedule RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education changes its meeting schedule for 2015 by adding a Board meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the Administration Building for the purpose of discussing a personnel matter with action expected to follow the discussion. F-3/25/ Modifications to Budget & Federal/State Programs February, 2015 RESOLVED, that approval is granted for transfers between budget account lines, based on school related changes Previous February 2015 Transfers Budget Adjusted To Difference Tuition Private School 5,834,383 5,984, ,000 A Other Salary Extra Ord Services 1,899,671 1,909,671 10,000 A Prchd Services Extra Ord 819, ,241 30,000 A Other Salary LLD 936, ,185 5,000 A Other Salary Pre School 487, ,243 3,000 A

7 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 7 Salary Teachers RR 4,695,741 4,645,741 (50,000) A Salary Teachers MD 689, ,168 (20,000) A Salary Attendance 277, ,506 (20,000) A Salary Health 1,749,684 1,729,684 (20,000) A Salary Related Services 2,021,034 2,001,034 (20,000) A Salary Clerical Guid 2,695,911 2,675,911 (20,000) A Salary CST 1,835,381 1,822,381 (13,000) A Salary Media 1,542,357 1,507,357 (35,000) A Instruc Staff Training 150, ,000 10,000 B BOE Other Prchd Services Gen Admin 5,500 8,000 2,500 B Communications Gen Admin 513, ,240 (12,500) B Salary Transp Aides 796, ,229 30,000 C Salary Transp Reg 599, ,967 10,000 C Salary Transp Other 121, ,447 10,000 C Aide in Lieu NP 697, ,500 (50,000) C

8 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 8 Totals 28,367,888 28,367,888 0 Explanations: A B Placement of additional 4 students in out of district placements; Additional one to one aides required per IEP's; Salary adjustments Staff training required for professional development; Workshop expenditures for Board members C Salary adjustments for transportation employees based on actual assignments, midday routes, athletic trips F-3/25/ Use of Facilities RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education approves the below-listed requests for use of the district s facilities, in accordance with Policy #7510-Use of School Facilities, at the fees listed: 3478 CHS Football Booster Club Alumni Football Event 3479 Mitrah s Cultural Event CHS Auditorium Stadium June 20, 2015 Saturday 8am to 2pm August 22, 2015 Saturday 12pm to 8pm Facilities: Custodian: Facilities: $1, Custodian: $39.00/hr 3490 St. Gregorios Orthodox Church Usage of Parking Lot on weekends F-3/25/ Claims List (see attachment) School #2 Parking Lot 3491 WWMS HSA Car Washes WWMS Parking Lot March 28, 2015 thru August 30, 2015 Saturdays and Sundays 9am to 1pm April 19, 2015 thru June 14, 2015 Sundays 10am to 4pm Facilities: Custodian: Facilities: Custodian: RESOLVED, that the claims represented, as appended, having been found in order by the Board Secretary/Business Administrator are hereby ordered to be released for payment when funds are available, and

9 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 9 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the claims be entered in the Board s official minutes and be open to further inspection by Board Members and others entitled to inspect same. List of Bills (Mar. Pgs. 1-64) $ 5,170, Total $ 5,170, ADDENDUM Items P-3/25/15-10 through P-3/25/15-12 and F-3/25/15-06 through F-3/25/15-08 will be voted upon in one motion. MOTION BY Arlene Agresti SECOND BY Tafari Anderson VOTE 8-0 YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Evans, Houston, Pino, Passenti ABSENT: Passenti Prior to action on this motion Administration answered questions regarding the amendment to the Preliminary Budget. It was noted that there is still work to be done on the budget and changes can still be made. B. PERSONNEL: P-3/25/15-10 Additional Appointment for the Extension Program Superintendent of Schools to appoint the following individual for the 2014 Extension Program which is held at Schools #1, #2, #3, #5, #8, #9, #11, #13, #14, #15 and #17. The program is funded through pupil tuition. Paraprofessionals will be compensated at $18.00 per hour. P-3/25/ Master s Level Attainment Sevgi Goybulak Substitute Paraprofessional Superintendent of Schools to approve the following individual for placement on the proper step of the Master s Level Teachers salary guide. Yelena Vayner WWMS, Special Education Teacher Effective 2/1/15 P-3/25/ Personnel Appointments RESOLVED, that the following individuals are appointed in accordance with the stipulations as set forth in the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools. Employment is provisional, contingent upon a criminal record check in compliance with Title 18A:6-7.1c. Deanna Palladino LTS, 5 th Grade Teacher, replaces School #15 4/15/15 6/26/15 BA Salary for LTS -- $32,000, pro-rated for

10 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 10 Paul Anderson C. FINANCE Employee ID #7126, who is on MAT LOA TTR, Earth Science Teacher, replaces Employee ID #64, who is on Administration Leave lesser service CHS 3/30/15 6/30/15 Step 1 BA -- $52,260, with benefits, pro-rated for lesser service F-3/25/15-06 Amendment to Resolution F-3/18/15-03 Adoption of Preliminary Budget RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, accepts and approves the Preliminary School District Budget for the school year beginning July 1, 2015 and ending June 30, 2016 as follows: General Fund $158,662, Repayment of Debt $ 2,682, Grants & Entitlements $ 9,328, Total Budget $170,673, FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THE Clifton Board of Education approves the use of the Cap Adjustment for Health Care Costs in the amount of $586, FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following General Fund and Debt Service tax levies be approved to support the budget. General Fund $125,898, Debt Service $ 2,493, FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary be authorized to submit the preliminary school budget to the Executive County Superintendent of Schools for approval in accordance with the statutory deadline and to advertise said preliminary budget in the Record in accordance with the form suggested by the State Department of Education and according to law; and FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing on the School Year Budget be held on May 6, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Meeting Room at 745 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey F-3/25/15-07 Approval of a Withdrawal from the Capital Reserve for Transfer to the Capital Outlay Account for Pre-Development Costs RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education withdraw from its capital reserve pursuant to N.J.S.A.6A:23A-14.1(h)1 for transfer to the capital outlay account for predevelopment costs associated with architects, lawyers, etc. for the following projects: Boiler Replacements Schools 3, 4, 5, 9, 11 $142, Roof Replacements Schools 3, , F-3/25/15-08 Approval of a Capital Reserve Withdrawal for the School Year Budget

11 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 11 RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education requests the approval of a capital reserve withdrawal for the school year budget of $3,365,500 for the intended use of the following projects: School #3 Boiler Replacement $365, School #4 Boiler Replacement 460, School #5 Boiler Replacement 365, School #9 Boiler Replacement 515, School #11 Boiler Replacement 300, School #3 Roof Replacement 520, School #16 Roof Replacement 840, PUBLIC RECOGNITION: Caitlin White spoke about the security breach at CCMS one year ago and no changes have been made to improve the security. She asked why OPRA request forms are not available on the district website. She spoke about the capital adjustments and the increase in health care premiums. The increase should have been known before now. She commented about confidentiality, committee meetings, the turf field and paraprofessionals. Carlos Polanco spoke about PARCC testing; he is upset about the educational routine and learning environment. He spoke about opt out protocols and asked if another form is needed for the next round of tests. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS: Dr. Houston spoke about the student representative policy, spring concerts and spring recess Ms. Pino thanked Mustang Pride for their donation, spoke about the Academic Awards dinner and congratulated the students. She commented about the Summer Youth Program which places students at work sites. It is a six week program running from 7/6-8/14. Mr. Anderson thanked Mustang Pride for their donation. He responded to Ms. White regarding the use of the website, school security and paraprofessionals. He commented that the students should keep voicing their concerns and spoke about PARCC testing, the Academic Awards Dinner and the maintenance of the buildings. Ms. Bassford thanked the speakers and spoke about the CHS play. She commented about the PCSBA county meeting regarding ethics decisions, the Academic Awards Dinner, spring concerts, the policy committee, school security, and available scholarships. She thanked Mustang Pride for their Project Graduation donation and spoke about the Prom Fashion Show. Mr. Daley spoke about the Academic Awards Dinner, Project Graduation, the CHS play and PARCC. He commented about social media and the budget and also wished everyone a Happy Easter and Passover. Mr. Evans sent condolences to Ms. O Neill who lost her father, thanked the speakers and congratulated all involved with the Academic Awards Dinner. He suggested the need for better public relations regarding what is happening in the district. He spoke about school security, the recent bus accident, dangerous drivers and the risk of injury to students. Ms. Agresti agreed with the statements from all Board members. She thanked Mustang Pride for their donation and spoke about the Academic Awards Dinner. Mr. Passenti Thanked Mustang Pride for their donation and responded regarding the Student Union representative. He commented on security and remarked that the schools are safe. He spoke about the PARCC assessments and the Academic Awards Dinner. He suggested people should check the facilities usage on the agenda for upcoming events/fundraising. Mr. Tardalo commented that the Board meeting is a formal one and dialog cannot occur. the Students are invited to committee meetings to have dialog. He spoke about the PARCC mandate, opting out and the effect on state aid. He commented that a test is required for graduation and there will be weight changes on courses for next year. He also spoke about the CHS play, maintaining educational progress, work on the buildings, security, the Mustang Pride donation and Spring Recess.

12 MINUTES Regular Board Meeting March 25, 2015 Page 12 NEW BUSINESS: EXECUTIVE SESSION: ADJOURNED: 8:29 PM [NOTE: This document is subject to additions, withdrawals, and modifications without notice.] Respectfully submitted, Karen L. Perkins Business Administrator/Board Secretary KLP/ld