LONG LAKE
CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
DRAFT BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
Date: December 13, 2007
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Type of Meeting: Regular
Place: Cafeteria
Members Present: Jules Comeau, President
Michelle Hamdan, Vice-President
Hallie Bond
Hillarie Logan-Dechene
Donna Clark
Others Present: Kevin Crampton, Superintendent
Victoria Snide, Clerk of the Board
Duane Finch
Michael Farrell
Jerome Flanagan
James Pine
Call to Order:
The president called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and followed with the Pledge of Allegiance. Changes to the published agenda were reviewed.
Board Actions:
Approved: On Motion by Michelle Hamdan, seconded by Hillarie Logan-Dechene, with all in favor, minutes of the November 8, 2007 meeting.
The Next Board of Education Regular Meeting will be on Thursday, January 10, 2008 in the cafeteria at 7:00 p.m.
Public Comments:
The Board and Jerome Flanagan, Claims Auditor, had a discussion regarding his role as claims auditor and the procedures he follows. Mr. Flanagan will detail the procedures he follows when he reviews a claim and forward to the Board. If Mr. Flanagan chooses to challenge a voucher, the voucher is to be presented to the Board for their approval or denial.
Approved: On Motion by Michelle Hamdan, seconded by Donna Clark with all in favor, Treasurer Reports for the month of October, 2007.
Warrants #13, 14 & 15, Budget Transfers, and Comprehensive Budget and Revenue Status Reports for the General and Lunch Funds were reviewed by the Board.
The Board reviewed the first budget information worksheet for the 2008-2009 school year. Next month the first preliminary numbers will be available.
Michele Gannon attended the NYS Art Conference, Brynn Speer is attending workshops regarding our library system, and Vickie Snide and Kristen Lance attended a school business officials workshop.
Duane Finch reported on a program he wants our students to participate in called Science Olympiads. Mr. Finch would be the coach, along with help from other teachers. The program is available to students in grades 6-12.
Approved: On Motion by Hallie Bond, seconded by Donna Clark, with all in favor the Superintendent to proceed with a Science Olympiad program, the cost not to exceed $5,000.00.
James Pine reported on the College for Every Student program. A general plan was devised for student mentoring, pathways to college and leadership through community service. Mr. Pine will give the Board a copy of the plan.
Approved: On Motion by Michelle Hamdan, seconded by Donna Clark, with all in favor, the 2007-2008 Shared Decision Making Plan, with a revised description of “Community Member” to include someone from the school community.
Approved: On Motion by Hallie Bond, seconded by Hillarie Logan-Dechene, the ACE Funds request from Ranya Hamdan and Kailah Armstrong in the amount of $1,000.00 each to attend the Jr. National Young Leaders Conference. Michelle Hamdan abstained from the vote.
Approved: On Motion by Hallie Bond, seconded by Jules Comeau, with all in favor, meal receipt reimbursement for Tina Pine ($82.60), Mary Hall ($119.68), and Kevin Crampton’s American Express charge ($14.20).
The job title change for Gail Seaman to Health Assistant has been tabled.
Approved: On Motion by Hillarie Logan-Dechene, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, James Piraino as the elementary basketball coach for the 2007-2008 school year.
Approved: On Motion by Hallie Bond, seconded by Donna Clark, with all in favor, a trip to see the Albany River Rats ice hockey team on Saturday, January 12, 2008 at 7 p.m. Our students will be singing the National Anthem at the game.
The Board reviewed the proposal from HMB Consultants regarding our nutrition program. The Board chose to not pursue this proposal.
The 2008 Yearbook deadlines was presented.
The Board reviewed the Facility Report Card, which included our 2005 Building Condition Survey and our current Annual Visual Inspection Report.
Conflict of Interest Letters were received from Michelle Hamdan, Donna Clark, and Jules Comeau. There were no significant conflicts.
The Bus Replacement Plan was presented.
Approved: On Motion by Hallie Bond, seconded by Michelle Hamdan, with all in favor, the Board President to send a letter to our elected representatives regarding a recent court ruling directing the State of New York to not pay taxes on state owned lands. The Board of Education has serious concerns about the implications of this decision.
Hillarie Logan-Dechene spoke regarding the Eat Well/Play Hard coalition in the Adirondack Area. This program is a grant funded program and possibly could help with our school nutrition program. Kevin Crampton will contact the coordinator to request her presence at an upcoming board meeting.
A second reading of Policy #5570-#5573 took place. No further changes.
A first reading of Policy #5610-5741 took place. Change Policy #5660 to delete “or set up pre-paid accounts”, Policy #5661 must have our District Wellness Policy (approved 7/6/06) inserted.
Public Participation:
James Pine spoke regarding the options proposed by Minerva and Newcomb schools for the 2008 combined prom. The options were Great Escape Lodge or The Georgian in Lake George. These options will not work for Long Lake students as they are too far of a distance to travel. Mr. Pine is hoping other options are being considered.
Motion to go into Executive Session by Hallie Bond, seconded by Hillarie Logan-Dechene, with all in favor at 9:22 p.m. Items to be discussed: personnel issues.
Motion to come out of Executive Session by Hillarie Logan-Dechene, seconded by Donna Clark with all in favor at 10:46 p.m.
Adjournment: On Motion by Hillarie Logan-Dechene, seconded by Donna Clark, with all in favor, the Board adjourned at 10:46 p.m.
Clerk of the Board
Victoria J. Snide