HASBROUCK HEIGHTS BOARD OF EDUCATION
A regular meeting of the Board of Education was held on Thursday, April 22, 1999, in the Dr. Burnett Eglow Media Center of the Jr. Sr. High School Building, 365 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by the President, Colleen Jarvis. Mrs. Jarvis read the following statement: "Pursuant to the New Jersey Open Public Meeting Act, Public Law 1975, Chapter 231, the Board Secretary caused notice of this meeting to be given to the public and the press on April 1, 1999". Roll Call was taken by Mr. Bellino, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and the following members responded to their names: Present - Mrs. Carroll Dr. MacDonall Absent - None Also present - Dr. Stepura, Mr. Bellino, Mr. Dzwilewski, citizens, members of the press. Mrs. Jarvis led the Board in the flag salute. Mrs. Fitzgibbons moved, seconded by Mrs. Carroll to accept the minutes of March 4, 1999; March 18, 1999(2); March 25, 1999.
Correspondence: Report of the Superintendent
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the 4-382-99 Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the following self-sustained summer programs: Soccer Clinic RESOLUTION: Be It Res Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolutions approved Mrs. Fitzgibbons commented on the summer programs, spring schedule update
Dr. MacDonall commented on current projects update, organization changes and maintenance plans, new field, security at the High School, emergency plans, sensitivity program, new construction. Mr. Casella commented on the articles in the Observer on
construction. Education Committee: RESOLUTION: Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the 4-384-99 following tenured employees be offered a contract for the 1999-2000 school year at the salaries indicated as per Attachment A. RESOLUTION: Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the 4-385-99 following non-tenured employees be offered a contract for the 1999-2000 school year at the salaries indicated as per Attachment B. RESOLUTION: Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the 4-386-99 following non tenured employees be offered a contract and awarded tenure for the 1999-2000 school year at the salaries indicated as per Attachment C. RESOLUTION: Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the 4-387-99 following non tenured e Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolution was moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Dr. MacDonall: RESOLUTION: Whereas, the Superintendent of Schools has a
three year contract, and 4-388-99 Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approve the following negotiated salary for the 1999-2000 school year: Dr. Richard Stepura Superintendent of Schools $106,811 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Na The following resolution was moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Fitzgibbons: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that upon the recommendation of
the Superintendent of Schools the Peter Donnelly $96,532 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Fitzgibbons: RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools 4-390-99 Dorothy Checchi b RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the 4-391-99 following individual be offered a contract for the 1998-99 school year at the salary and assignment indicated, effective April 19, 1999 to June 30, 1999: Douglas Bly Social Studies BA 1st Step $33,527 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Dr. Eglow: RESOLUTION: Whereas, N.J.S.A. 18A:29-11 provides credit for certain military service R-392 Whereas, the Board may recognize credit for all or a portion of said service at it's discretion subject to the limitations pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:29-11 Be It Resolved that Mr. Robert Stine be placed on BA+15
11th Step at the salary of $45,530 for the 1999-2000 school year in recognition for said
service. RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the 4-393-99 following individual be offered a contract for the 1999-2000 school year at the salary and assignment listed: Diane Kimmel French & Spanish MA 1st
Step $35,959 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolution was moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that up Benjamin Piazza 6th Step Custodian $32,640 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Fitzgibbons: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education accept the following special education 4-395-99 tuition for the 1998-99 school year as follows: Student #0423 North Arlington Middle School $10,916
pro-rated RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the Board of Education approve the submission of the following 4-396-99 Individual with Disabilities Education Act G IDEA-B Basic Flow Thru $144,570 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Casella,
seconded by Mrs. Fitzgibbons: RESOLUTION: Whereas the 1998-99 school calendar had two snow/emergency days built into 4-397-99 the calendar, and Whereas due to a mild winter, the Hasbrouck Heights School District only used one day; Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights School District revise the 1998-99 calendar as follows: Friday May 28, 1998 Staff In Service Day Be it Further Resolved that the Principals of the schools
notify the parents and students of the change in the 1998-99 school calendar. RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Su Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolution was moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Fitzgibbons: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbr Be It Further Resolved that said grant shall be used for the purposes described in the application filed with the NJ Department of Education and shall be administered in accordance with the appropriate State and Federal regulations. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Whereas, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Educati Whereas, the Bergen County Transportation Consortium offers coordinated transportation services to these programs, and Whereas, the Bergen County Transportation Consortium will organize and schedule routes to achieve the maximum cost effectiveness and efficiency, and Whereas, over the past 7 years, the Bergen County Transportation Consortium has obtained low route rates through bulk bidding, and Whereas, a per pupil rate has been calculated which will vary from the actual cost each year, and Whereas, over a period of several years, the average cost will be close to the actual cost, and Whereas, a predictable per pupil cost each year will facilitate the budgeting process, Whereas, that in consideration of transportation costs averaged among the participating Boards of Education at an estimated price of $1,400, which includes an administrative fee of $42 per student. Now Therefore Be It Resolved the Board of Education approves th RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education does hereby approve 4-401-99 an agreement with the South Bergen Jointure Commission, an approved coordinated Transportation Service Agency, for the purposes of transporting students in accordance with Chapter 53,P.L..1997 for the time period 1999-2000 school year. The services to be provided include, but are not limited to, the Coordinated Transportation of non-public, out of district special education, vocational and summer programs. Be it Further Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education agrees to abide by the Transportation Services Agreement as published by the South Bergen Jointure Commission as per Attachment E. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolutions approved Mr. Casella discussed personnel matters, tech grant, new programs, CAD students applications sent.
The following resolutions were moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Dr. MacDonall: 1. Report of the Board Secretary for the month of March,
1999. RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approve the following budget 4-403-99 appropriation transfers as per Attachment F. RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2:12 (3) and after consultation 4-404-99 with the appropriate district officials, I move the Board certify that to the best of its knowledge, as of April 30, 1999, no major account or funds have been overexpended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6:20-2:12 and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approve the actual RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approve the estimated payroll for the 4-406-99 month of April, 1999, in the amount of $950,000.00 and that the President of the Board, the Board Secretary, and the Treasurer of School Funds be, and they hereby are, authorized to sign warrants in any amount up to and including the above $950,000.00. RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the President of the Board, the Board Secretary, and the 4-407-99 Treasurer of School Funds be, and they hereby are authorized to sign warrants for supplies and materials received and services rendered to the Hasbrouck Heights School District. The General Funds: $336,161.15 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolution was moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded
by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Whereas, all school districts in New Jersey have a state imposed spending cap of 4-408-99 3%; and Whereas, tuition rates established by school districts that receive tuition students often exceed the 3% spending cap; and Whereas, the result of this discrepancy is often higher property taxes, Now, Therefore B Now, Therefore Be It Further Resolved, that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to appropriate members of the legislature, the Commissioner of Education, Governor Whitman, all Bergen County School Boards, and New Jersey School Boards Association. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolution approved Dr. Eglow commented on passage of the budget, thanked
community and Superintendent. Future Directions Committee Mr. Suriano commented on a presentation by the teachers to the Foundation.
Mrs. Carroll commented on negotiations with Dr. Stepura,
meeting with aides after reorganization. Policy Committee No report
New Buildings Committee (AD HOC) Mr. Suriano commented on the following: wiring plans, bid specs, problems with plan approval from Trenton.
Mrs. Jarvis reported on legislative conference. Mrs. Carroll commented on BCSBA breakfast meeting with Assembly representatives indicating no relief on State aid and pending subcontracts legislation.
Mrs. Jarvis commented on her attendance at many school functions, Junior semi formal.
The following resolution was moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Dr. MacDonall: RESOLUTION: Whereas the Hasbrouc"Archie F. Hay Award", and Whereas this award is presented to a member of a Bergen County School Board who has provided leadership to their local school district, and Whereas it is the opinion of this board that Colleen Jarvis has not only provided this leadership, but continues to be a constant advocate for Hasbrouck Heights Public Educational Programs, Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights
Board of Education nominate Colleen Jarvis for the "Archie F. Hay Award". Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Fitzgibbons, Nays: None Resolution approved There were public comments on the following: Euclid School principal change The following resolution was moved by Mrs. Fitzgibbons, seconded by Dr. MacDonall: RESOLUTION: Whereas, in accordance with the provisions of the New Jersey Open Public 4-410-99 Meetings Act the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education wishes to meet in Private Session for the purpose of discussing matters of a confidential nature relating to personnel and litigation. Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education adjourn to Private Session for the purpose of discussing such matters, and Be It Further Resolved, that the public be informed of these matters as soon as the need to remain confidential is no longer necessary at a future date to be determined. Roll Nays: None Resolution approved Meeting adjourned to private session at 9:20 p.m. Meeting reopened at 11:52 p.m. Other Business coming before the Board: 1. Statement by Mr. Dzwilewski on procedure regarding the informal appearance of Mr. Donnelly in private session. 2. Mrs. Jarvis read the following statement: 'I would like it to show in the minutes that we have finished the process and that the Board has listened carefully to the comments and concerns of parents and staff at this meeting both in public and private sessions.' Does anyone wish to offer a resolution? Hearing none - the Superintendent will start an active search for a principal at Euclid School. Meeting adjourned at 11:56 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Joseph T. Bellino
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