DRAFT BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
Date: March 9, 2006
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Type of Meeting: Regular
Place: Cafeteria
Members Present: Brian Farr
Hallie Bond
Vickie Plumley
Jules Comeau
Michelle Hamdan
Others Present: Kevin Crampton, Superintendent
Kristen Lance, Acting Clerk of the Board
Duane Finch
Michael Farrell
Pete Klein
Call to Order:
The president called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and followed with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Board Actions:
Approved: On Motion by Vickie Plumley, seconded by Hallie Bond, with all in favor, Minutes of the February 13, 2006 meeting.
Next Regular Meeting Date is scheduled for Monday, April 10, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. There will be a Special Board of Education Meeting on Monday, April 24, 2006 at 7 a.m. in the Superintendent’s Office to vote on the BOCES Board of Education seat and BOCES budget.
Public Participation: None
Approved: On Motion by Jules Comeau, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, February 2006 Treasurer’s Reports.
Approved: On Motion by Jules Comeau, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, Warrants #16 and #17 totaling: General Fund $102,894.50; Lunch Fund $3,050.34; and Trust & Agency Fund $24,768.76.
Comprehensive Budget/Revenue Status Reports and Budget Transfers were reviewed.
The 2006-2007 school year Budget was reviewed, showing a proposed 4.7% increase in expenditures. Establishment of a Capital Reserve Fund, Bus Purchase Reserve Fund, and a Repair Reserve Fund was discussed.
Approved: On Motion by Jules Comeau, seconded by Vickie Plumley, with all in favor, a roofing warranty initial inspection from Firestone for a cost of $500.
Approved: On Motion by Michelle Hamdan, seconded by Vickie Plumley, with all in favor, Mrs. Rita Mitchell and Ms. Stephanie Howe as election inspectors for a fee of $60 plus dinner expense.
Superintendent Conference Day will be Friday, March 24, 2006 and the PTSA will be serving lunch.
The 2006/2007 school year senior trip was discussed. The trip will be wrapped into curriculum and the policy should be available for review at the next meeting.
Approved: On Motion by Hallie Bond, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, the annual 7th and 8th grade field trip to Boston with Johnsburg and Newcomb Central School students.
Approved: On Motion by Jules Comeau, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, the following 5 year capital facilities plan using the Building Condition Survey for guidance:
2006/2007 School Year – 2nd Phase of Heating/Ventilation Project (#76)
2007/2008 School Year – 3rd Phase of Heating/Ventilation Project (#76)
2008/2009 School Year – Water Distribution System (#68) and Plumbing
Drainage Systems (#69)
2009/2010 School Year – Interior Electrical Distribution (#65); Lighting Fixtures (#65); various smaller projects
2010/2011 School Year – Fire Suppression Systems (#82); Emergency
Exit Lighting ((#83); Exterior Steps, Stair (#52); Plumbing Fixtures (#71)
Approved: On Motion by Jules Comeau, seconded by Vickie Plumley, with all in favor, Mr. Rich Miller as unpaid softball coaching assistant and Mr. Kevin Austin as unpaid baseball coaching assistant, pending fingerprint clearance.
The 2006-2007 School Year Calendar was presented for review. Mr. Crampton did note that there will be changes to this initial presentation.
A discussion over the proposed prom took place. This year’s prom is scheduled for the Copperfield Inn, combined with three other area schools. Several questions are still to be answered regarding transportation, age range, etc.
The FCS/Technology Project bid opening date is Thursday, March 23, 2006 at 4 p.m.
The Generator is up and running smoothly.
A successful Movie Night took place several weeks ago. Discussion regarding future events for secondary and elementary students took place.
Senior Take Over Day is scheduled for Friday, March 10, 2006.
Tupper Lake Central School has asked if there would possibly be a spare classroom available for a special education class in our school. The Board was receptive to this initial request.
Unused Snow Days may need to be scheduled in the upcoming months.
A trip to St. Lawrence University is scheduled for students to use the facilities rock climbing wall and swimming pool.
Winter Sports Recognition Night is scheduled for Tuesday, March 14, 2006.
Public Participation: Mr. Farrell had questions and comments about the future of senior trips and fundraising.
Motion to go into Executive session by Vickie Plumley, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor at 8:19 p.m. Items to be discussed: personnel issues and faculty contract negotiations. Mr. Farrell was asked to join executive session for contract discussion.
Motion to come out of Executive session by Vickie Plumley, seconded by Jules Comeau, with all in favor at 10:19 p.m.
Accepted: On Motion by Michelle Hamdan, seconded by Hallie Bond, with all in favor, the resignation of Mrs. Tina Burnett as food service worker effective June 16, 2006, with regrets.
Adjournment: On Motion by Jules Comeau, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, the Board adjourned at 10:35 p.m.
Acting Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board
Kristen M. Lance Victoria J. Snide