HASBROUCK HEIGHTS BOARD OF EDUCATION A regular meeting of the Board of Education was held on Thursday, May 24, 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, Marie Fitzgibbons. Mrs. Fitzgibbons 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 May 4, 1999". Roll Call was taken by Mr. Bellino, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and the following members responded to their names: Present - Mrs. Carroll Mrs. Jarvis Mr. Casella Mrs. Powell Absent - Mrs. Nasuta Also present - Dr. Stepura, Mr. Bellino, citizens, members of the press. Mrs. Fitzgibbons led the Board in the flag salute.
Mrs. Carroll moved, seconded by Mrs.Jarvis to accept the minutes of April 19, 1999(2); April 22, 1999(2). Motion approved by voice vote of a majority of all members present. Mrs. Powell abstained.
Correspondence/Report of School/Business
Administrator/Board Secretary:
The following resolution was moved by Mrs. Carroll, seconded by Mr. Casella: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approve membership for the school 5-011-99 year 1999-2000 in the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 172 of the laws of 1979. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo, D Nays: None Resolution approved
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education enter into a Co-Operative Sports 5-012-99 Program with Wood-Ridge School District for the 1999-2000 school year: a. Girls Soccer, hosted by Hasbrouck Heights School
District Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution tabled The following resolutions were moved by Mrs. Carroll, seconded by Mr. Casella: RESO"G". Said compensation for 1998-99 being $547.00 per year, per club, except as noted: SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL LINCOLN SCHOOL EUCLID SCHOOL RESOLUTION: Whereas, pursuant to Board of Education Policy #6174, certain teachers have 5-014-99 developed proposals for summer educational camps and sports camps for the 1999-2000 school year which proposals have been approved by and are on file with the Superintendent of Schools. Now Therefore Be It Resolved, the Board of Education approves the following courses of study for summer educational camps and sports camps and the conduct of those programs with the terms and conditions indi Program Dates Tuition Teacher(s) Stipend Summer 7/6/99 - 8/19/99 $15 per hour Karen Coiro $28 per
hr. Summer 6/29/99- 8/10/99 $25 per 3 hrs. Dean Hoskin $28 per
hr. Summer 8/9/99- 8/20/99 $99/109 Tim Bowan
$300/wk 8/16/99- 8/20/99 David Price
$400/wk Summer 8/5/99- 8/9/99 Cost
$60. Gary Pankiewicz $500 Summer 6/28/99- 7/30/99 Cost $75 Joseph Ascolese $28/hr Summer 7/19/99- 7/23/99 Cost $65 Candace Wallace $28/hr Cyber Camp 7/5-9/99
Cost $110
Candace Wallace
$28/per hr Summer Fun: Creating Works of Art Cost $40 per child / per week 7/5-2 Razzle Dazzle Camp, A Multicultural Experience in
Art, Dance, Music, Literature, and Science
7/5-16/99 Cost $80
Lora
Geftic
$28/per hr
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Cost $1000. per 6 week session Further Resolved, the summer educational camps and sports camps be conducted, insofar as possible, as a self supporting enterprise and administered thro Further Resolved that the total expenditures on behalf of the summer tennis, soccer, and basketball programs will be limited to total receipts on behalf of those programs unless there is further action by the Board of Education. Further Resolved, program managers comply with all laws, regulations, and Board policies in regard to purchasing, payroll, and payment of bills. RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approve the following 1999 Summer 5-015-98 School Program and salary: Summer Remedial - June 28,1999 thru July 30, 1999, 2 1/2 hours per day Mrs. Caputo $1,680 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approve the Keys Program for after 5-016-99 school child care for the 1999-2000 school year. Fees to remain the same as the current year with the addition of the imposition of a charge for late pickups. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved Mrs. Carroll the committee met and discussed summer camps and spring sports season update.
Dr. Delcalzo reported on the new field, security at high school, storage, field erosion and high school roof.
Mr. Casella commented on the goals for next year.
More articles in the Observer. Education Committee: Be It Further Resolved that the Superintendent of Schools is hereby directed to comply with State Department directives concerning the State and Federal criminal history background checks of these employees, and Be It Further Resolved that said new personnel shall be considered provisionally hired until such time as the Department of Education has indicated that they have completed the criminal history background RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the 5-018-99 following individuals be approved as substitute teachers in the Hasbrouck Heights School District for the school year 1998-99: Nancy Eisenberg - County Certified RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that upon the Recommendation of the Superintendent Adriana Rodriquez at Lincoln School with Mrs. Tomesco Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolutions approved
RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the Board of Education
enter into a contract with the Bergen 5-020-99 County Special Services School District to
provide examination and classification services for Chapter 192 and 193 students, for the
school year 1999-2000. RESOLUTION: Be it Resolved that the following tenured employee contract salary be corrected 5-021-99 as follows: Joan Murphy From: MA+30 17th Step (M ) $75,253 RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve an 5-022-99 agreement with Evaluation $300 RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accept the following 5-023-99 special education tuition for the 1998-99 school year as follows: Student #1013 Cerebral Palsy Center $152.00/diem Student #1304 Bergen Boulevard $17,407/pro rated RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accept the funds for 5-024-99 the Grant #IASA208099, entitled Improving Title II $3,486 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Jarvis: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, 5-025-99 the following individual be offered a contract for the 1999-2000 school year at the salary and assignment listed: Melissa Mondello 6th Grade English $36,184 RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, and in 5-026-99 light of the unique circumstances associated with the matter, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:30-6, an additional 20 school days of pay, less t Be it Further Resolved, that the Board approve an unpaid leave of absence for medical reasons from June 1, 1999 to June 30, 1999. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolution was moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Jarvis: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools 5-027-99 that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education revise the 1998-99 school calendar changing June 21, 22, and 23 from full day to half-day for Euclid and Lincoln elementary schools. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolution was moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Jarvis: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of E Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Casella, seconded by Mrs. Jarvis: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the School 5-029-99 District Technology Plan for the 1999-2000 and 2000-2001 school years as submitted. RESOLUTION: Be It Re Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved Mr. Casella commented on the following: review of resumes for Euclid Principal, need to meet with Mr. O'Hare to review Guidance.
The following resolutions were moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education,
accept the following reports which are 5-031-99 on file in the office of the Board
Secretary: RESOLUTION: That the Board of Education approve the following budget appropriation 5-032-99 transfers as per Attachment B. RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2:12 (3) and after consultation 5-033-99 with the appropriate district officials, I move the Board certify that to the best of its knowledge as of May 31, 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 payroll for the 5-034-99 month of April, 1999, as adjusted, in the amount of $921,082.70, 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 up to and including the above. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolutions were moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approve the estimated payroll for the 5-035-99 month of May, 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. " General Funds: $296,118.17 Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolution was moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the amount of district taxes needed to meet obligations of this 5-037-99 Board of Education for the 1999-2000 school year is $13,147,966 and that the Borough of Hasbrouck Heights is hereby reque Be It Further Resolved that the Board Secretary be authorized to inform the municipal authorities of the financial requirement. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolutions were moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education hereby authorizes 5-038-99 the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to enter, for the school year 1999-2000, cooperative bidding with other Bergen County Boards of Education wherever feasible to purchase materials, supplies, services and equipment as permitted by statute. RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education enter into a contract 5-039-99 for cooperative bidding services with Edu Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolutions approved The following resolution was moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Whereas, the Reorganization Meeting Resolution #5-008-98 established check 5-040-99 signing authorization on behalf of the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education, Be It Resolved, that Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolution was moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Whereas, Reorganization Meeting Resolution #5-008-99 established check 5-041-99 signing authorization on behalf of the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education, Be It Resolved, that the Capital Projects account be amended as follows: Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education Capital Projects
#104-04132-3 Joseph T. Bellino, School Business Administrator/Board
Secretary Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Nays: None Resolution approved
RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the lease 5-042-99 contract with Stewart Industries/Advanta Leasing for the lease of one Savin Model #9935 digital copier and one Savin Model #91132 desktop copier at a total cost of $251.00 per month for 60 months which includes all maintenance and supplies and includes 60,000 copies per year, additional copies to be billed at $.0156 per copy. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolution was moved by Dr. Eglow, seconded by Mrs. Carroll: RESOLUTION: Whereas, A-744/S-724 (Asselta, Gibson/Ciesla, Turner Whereas, under the bills, subcontracting would be limited specifically by (l) not permitting it to occur during the term of an existing negotiated agreement; (2) requiring the local school board to give the union and the Public Employees Relations Commission notice of its intent to subcontract not less than 180 days before bids or specifications for the arrangement are requested; and (3) requiring that the local board and the union reach a negotiated agreement on the impact of subcontracting before the local board can enter into a subcontracting arrangement; and Whereas, local school boards are under increasing pressure to find the most cost-efficient way to deliver services without diminishing educational opportunities; and Whereas, the bills would place severe obstacles in the way of each loc Whereas, the clear result of A-744/S-724 will be to provide statutory job security since the local school board would need to obtain the union's agreement before subcontracting could be implements, effectively giving the union the right to veto any local board decision; and Whereas, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education believes that A-744/S-724 would place further cumbersome regulations on the attempts of the local boards to deliver cost-effective and operationally efficient local education programs within the local districts' three per cent budget cap; Now Therefore, Be it Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education urges the state legislature to oppose A-744/S-724, and directs that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Governor, all Bergen County legislators and to the New Jersey School Boards Associatio Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved Dr. Eglow commented that he expects to finish the school year with a surplus.
Mr. Casella commented on the time capsule, ground breaking ceremonies and adult school.
Mrs. Carroll commented on the tentative meeting with aides.
The following resolution was moved by Mrs. Carroll, seconded by Mr. Casella: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved, that the Board of Education a"pprove the attendance of Mrs. Joyce 5-044-99 Powell at the New Jersey School Boards Association New Board Member Orientation Conference, June 18-20, 1999, in accordance with NJDOE requirements and Board policy. Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved The following resolution was moved by Mrs. Carroll, seconded by Mr. Casella: RESOLUTION: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the first 5-045-99 reading of the following amended policy: Policy #6142.10 Network and Computing Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Casella, Dr. Delcalzo,
Dr. Eglow, Mrs. Jarvis, Nays: None Resolution approved
New Buildings Committee (AD HOC) Mr. Suriano commented on the following: bids, Euclid poles, state approval delays, construction ground breaking
No report.
Mrs. Fitzgibbons reported on school activities she attended.
None Respectfully submitted, Joseph T. Bellino
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