LONG LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
15 JANUARY 2004
DATE: 15 JANUARY 2004
TIME: 6:00 P.M.
PLACE: HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY
TYPE OF MEETING: SPECIAL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Patricia Gibbs, President
Brian Farr, Vice President
Vickie Plumley
Michelle Hamdan
Hallie Bond
OTHERS PRESENT: Mr. Slentz, Superintendent
Mr. Bateman, Business Manager/Clerk of the Board
Mrs. Snide, Assistant Business Manager
Mrs. Waagner, Faculty Association
Ms. Havas, Family Consumer Science, Faculty
Mr. Beardsley, Technology, Faculty
CALL TO ORDER: The president called the meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: At the president’s request, and on MOTION by Brian Farr, seconded by Hallie Bond, with all in favor, the board entered executive session at 6:07 p.m. Agenda:
Professional services.
Session ended at 6:21 p.m. on MOTION by Michelle Hamdan, seconded by Brian Farr, with all in favor.
SUPERINTENDENT: Mr. Slentz welcomed everyone, stating that the purpose of the special meeting was to receive presentations from three invited architectural firms. The expectation is that following presentations and interviews, the board will appoint one firm to undertake upcoming capital projects. He indicated that the following firms would be presenting in the order shown:
Bernier, Carr & Associates,
Watertown, New York
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SUPERINTENDENT(CONT’D): Cataldo, Waters and Griffith,
Schenectady, New York
William Taylor Architects,
Syracuse, New York
PRESENTATIONS: At 6:25 p.m. the superintendent introduced the representatives of the firm of Bernier, Carr and Associates, lead by Mr. Bernard Brown, Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Brown introduced his presenters, Pamela Beyor, Project Coordinator, Mari Cecil, Project Manager and Jason Jantzi, Project Architect. Mr. Brown’s presentation followed, employing a wide range of graphic materials to make his firm’s case. After the formal phase, the board posed various questions, with the presentation concluding at 7:15 p.m.
The superintendent, at 7:22 p.m., introduced Karl Griffith, representing the firm of Cataldo, Waters and Griffith, Architects. Mr. Griffith briefly reviewed his firm’s qualifications, current workload and professional philosophy. He furnished verbal examples of past work representative of the type of projects Long Lake contemplates. Following board interview questions, his presentation concluded at 7:55 p.m.
The final firm, William Taylor Architects, was represented by President and owner, Mr. William Taylor. Commencing at 8:02 p.m., Mr. Taylor presented a concise review his firm’s design approach, displayed a number of creative project solutions and responded to board questions. Mr. Taylor emphasized his firm’s commitment to client centered service. Concluding at 8:45 p.m. the board thanked Mr. Taylor for his efforts.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: On MOTION by Patricia Gibbs, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, the board entered executive session at 8:52 p.m. Agenda: Professional services.
Session ended at 9:30 p.m. on MOTION by Michelle Hamdan, seconded by Patricia Gibbs, with all in favor.
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BOARD ACTIONS: Student Travel - The superintendent requested board consideration regarding student travel to Canada during the upcoming spring semester. On MOTION by Hallie Bond, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, the superintendent was authorized to approve field trip requests for student travel to Montreal, Canada, during the spring semester.
Architectural Firm Appointment - On MOTION by Patricia Gibbs, seconded by Brian Farr, with all in favor, the board appointed Bernier, Carr & Associates, as the architect of record for the district’s school year 2004 - 2005 capital project.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the board, on MOTION by Patricia Gibbs, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, the board adjourned at 9:32 p.m.
Clerk of the Board
J.H. BATEMAN
LONG LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
28 JANUARY 2004
(MINJAN2.04)
DATE: 28 JANUARY 2004
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
PLACE: CAFETERIA
TYPE OF MEETING: REGULAR
MEMBERS PRESENT: Patricia Gibbs, President
Brian Farr, Vice President
Vickie Plumley
Michelle Hamdan
Hallie Bond
OTHERS PRESENT: Mr. Slentz, Superintendent
Mr. Bateman, Business Manager/Clerk of the Board
Mrs. Waagner, Faculty Association
Mr. Klein, Hamilton County News
Students Claire Black and Annalee Pratt
CALL TO ORDER: The president called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance.
MINUTES: On MOTION by Vickie Plumley, seconded by Brian Farr, with all in favor,
the minutes of the regular 6 January and special 15 January meetings were approved
as presented.
PUBLIC COMMENT: ACE Funding - Addressing the board, senior Annalee Pratt stated
that she had been accepted to attend the Future World Leaders Summit in Washington,
D.C., this upcoming March. Although successful in raising some funds to offset
the $1,250 registration fee, she requested financial support to further subsidize
her efforts. It was the consensus that the superintendent would review her progress
as of Friday, 30 January, and, on the board’s behalf, approve disbursement
of offsetting ACE Committee funds in the range of $700 to $800. The board wished
Miss. Pratt well in her endeavors.
Appreciation - Senior Claire Black expressed her appreciation to the board for
support in making it possible for her to attend this year’s all-state.
She briefly related various impressions garnered from the experience, of major
significance being able to work in an orchestral setting with elite performers.
All-in-all, a tremendously positive experience. The board warmly thanked Claire
for her report.
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NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, 11 February 2004, at 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Note
this is a revision to the original 12 February tentative date.
BUSINESS MANAGER: Treasurer’s Reports, Warrants & Budget Transfers
- On MOTION by Vickie Plumley, seconded by Brian Farr, with all in favor, Treasurer’s
Reports for December were accepted; the General Fund Warrant in the amount of
$29,276.25, and the Lunch Fund Warrant in the amount of $139.44 were approved;
and, requested Budget Transfers were approved.
School Year 2004 - 2005 Budget Planning - Following up on budget discussions
from the earlier January regular meeting, the business manager presented a brief
review of the interrelationship between projected budgetary expenditures and
supporting revenues. He emphasized that in contrast to prior years, expenditure
increases could not be equally offset with revenue expectations. By example,
he noted that a dollar’s rise in expenditures required $1.38 in revenues.
The principal rationale for this remains the continuing downturn in revenue
generation. A discussion ensued regarding the recent increase in the Town of
Long Lake property taxes and its potential negative impact on the electorate
in May when the 2004 - 2005 school budget is up for vote. He concluded by stating
that as more reliable data becomes available, refined budgetary requirements
will be developed in the weeks ahead.
SUPERINTENDENT’S Senior Trip Program - Discussions concerning revamping
REMARKS: the senior trip experience are on-going. Areas under review include
curriculum based academic requirements, standardizing destinations, annual or
biennial scheduling and combining grades. To date responses have been positive.
The board will be kept apprised of developments as planning evolves.
Math Program Update - A rather convoluted review of the former, current and
projected future high school math program was presented. Members raised many
questions. Suffice to say, the state’s high school math program continues
to evolve, with the district ensuring its students receive instruction appropriate
to comply with state requirements.
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REMARKS(CONT’D): Student Achievement - Mr. Slentz informed the members
that senior Annalee "Anna" Pratt had recently earned a grade of 100%
in her distance learning German language course, the sole member out of 130
students to do so. Concurrently she is maintaining a 99% average in her local
French IV studies. Miss. Pratt was commended for her obvious stellar language
talents. On a related student matter, it was announced that senior Katrina "Kate"
Smith has been accepted next year for the zoology program at SUNY Oswego and
Nikolas "Nick" Plumley was accepted at SUNY Canton.
Distance Learning - The superintendent expressed his intention to conclude planning
initiatives shortly and formally request a cross-service agreement through our
Franklin-Essex-Hamilton BOCES with Questar BOCES to provide interactive distance
learning and supporting Internet provider (ISP) services. This will replace
the district’s existing Star Net distance learning and ISP services commencing
with school year 2004 - 2005.
Faculty and Substitute Update - The current status of faculty members out for
illnesses and respective substitutes was reviewed. Mrs. Arsenault, seventh grade,
has returned, with Mrs. Parent, third grade, expected back the week of 2 February.
Acknowledging the recent hospitalization of Mrs. Cook, Music Director, Mr. Slentz
confirmed that he was in the final stages of confirming long term substitute
arrangements for the music program.
Facilities - A meeting between NYSEG and district architect Bernier, Carr and
Associates (BCA) representatives to coordinate this summer’s Electrical
Service Upgrade Project was announced for 3 February. Further, during the week
of 9 February BCA’s project team will meet with district staff to review
the capital project for the summer of 2005.
Custodial Equipment - Mr. Slentz indicated that the district’s lawn tractor
and accessories needed replacement. Funding options with current year funds
were under investigation.
Skating Rink - The skating rink at Mt. Sabattis is up and running. Although
incomplete, the community has enthusiastically accepted the new facility as
is.
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REMARKS(CONT’D): District Planning Committee (DPC) - In response to changing
needs, the DPC proposed revising its existing mission statement, requesting
board concurrence. Members expressed no reservations with the draft mission
statement.
School Closings - The superintendent reviewed his decision matrix for determining
whether to close school because of inclement weather conditions.
Conference Feedback - Having attended the mid-winter NYSCOSS conference recently,
Mr. Slentz compared it to the fall conference and found the experience wanting.
However, he did note that having the opportunity to network informally with
senior superintendents was very worthwhile.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
EXECUTIVE SESSION: At the superintendent’s request, and on MOTION by Hallie
Bond, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, the board entered executive
session at 8:36 p.m. Agenda: Contract negotiations and district litigation.
Session ended at 10:07 p.m. on MOTION by Patricia Gibbs, seconded by Michelle
Hamdan, with all in favor.
BOARD ACTIONS: Art Teacher Position - On MOTION by Hallie Bond, seconded by
Patricia Gibbs, with all in favor, Michelle Gannon was appointed probationary
full time art teacher, effective 1 September 2004. Compensation, based on 2004
- 2005 salary schedule Step 11, BA + 24 hours, set at $38,635.
Superintendent’s Contract - The president informed the superintendent
that for school year 2004 - 2005, the board approved amending his contract to
reflect a compensation increase of $3,000.
Substitutes - On MOTION by Patricia Gibbs, seconded by Hallie Bond, with all
in favor, Wendy Letis, certified, was approved for addition to the substitute
teaching list.
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ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the board, on MOTION
by Michelle Hamdan, seconded by Vickie Plumley, with all in favor, the board
adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
BUDGET TRANSFERS REQUESTED BY THE DISTRICT CLERK
AMOUNT TO CODE FROM CODE
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GENERAL FUND
$115.50 A1240.45 $11.22/A1330.45
CENAD M&S TAX COLL/M&S
104.28/A1310.49
FIN/BOCES
132.56 A2110.4512 A2110.48
ART M&S TEXTBOOKS
5.66 A21104513 A21104511
BUSINESS M&S SUMMER SCHOL
2,075.91 A2630.46 A2630.22
COMP/SOFTWARE COMP/HDWR
CLERK OF THE BOARD
J.H. BATEMAN