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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS BOARD OF EDUCATION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, June 18, 2002

A regular meeting of the Board of Education was held on Tuesday, June 18, 2002, 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, Mrs. Powell.

Mrs. Powell 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 June 13, 2001".

Roll Call was taken by Joseph T. Bellino, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary, and the following members responded to their names:

Present - Mr. Crabbe, Mr. Parodi, Mrs. Carroll Mr. Ruroede, Dr. Delcalzo Mr. Van Hook, Mr. Fasciano, Mrs. Powell

Absent - Mr. DeLorenzo

Also Present: Mr. Luongo, Mr. Bellino, Mr. Dzwilewski, citizens, members of the press.

Mrs. Powell led the Board in the flag salute.

Presentations

Teachers and Administrators leaving

Approval of Minutes

Mr. Van Hook moved, seconded by Mrs. Carroll to accept the minutes of May 2, 2002(2);  May 30, 2002(4). Motion approved by unanimous voice vote of all members present.

Public Discussion on Agenda Resolutions - None

Correspondence/Report of School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

1. Letters of resignation: W. Grimaldi, J. Stratter, S. Galiszewski

Report of the Superintendent - Distributed and on file in the Administration Office

Committee Reports:

Community Relations Committee: - No report

Education and Technology Committee:
Dr. Delcalzo commented on the following:

1. Bullying tape
2. New courses
3. Community service requirement
4. K-3 reading program

Mr. Balestrieri commented on ESPA results.

Mr. Parodi commented on technology inventory and demo CD's.

Facilities and Recreation Committee:

Mr. Van Hook commented the committee met and discussed the following:

1. Hitchcock Field bid award
2. School bus
3. Projects update
4. DPW help
5. Drug awareness concert

Finance and Labor Relations Committee:

Mr. Fasciano commented the committee met and discussed the following:

1. Employee negotiations
2. New budget
3. Appointments
4. Insurance
5. New bus

NJ/BCSBA

Mrs. Carroll gave a meeting update.

Borough Council Liaison - No report

Faculty Liaison - No report

PTA Liaison

Mr. Parodi - Euclid School events update

Mr. Crabbbe - Lincoln School events update

Mrs. Carroll - Middle School events update

Mrs. Carroll - High School events update

Resolutions:

Education and Technology Committee:

The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Crabbe, seconded by Mr. Fasciano:

RESOLUTION 6-058-02: Whereas, the named students as per Attachment A have satisfactorily completed the course of studies required for graduation from Hasbrouck Heights High School, and

Whereas, Mr. Joseph Luongo, Superintendent of Schools, and Mr. Peter O'Hare, Principal of Hasbrouck Heights Junior/Senior High School, have certified that these students have satisfactorily completed the required course of study, now,

Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Board of Education award a diploma of graduation to each of the students whose name is set forth on Attachment A, which is made a part hereto, and

Be It Further Resolved, that the President of the Board, Mrs. Joyce Powell, and the Board Secretary, Joseph T. Bellino, be and they hereby are, authorized to sign and seal diplomas of graduation on behalf of the Board of Education.

RESOLUTION 6-059-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following individuals as substitute teachers in the Hasbrouck Heights School District for the school year 2002-2003:

Leah Abbate
Vanessa Amara
Debra Barakat
Samantha Benanti
Nicholas Bernice
Robert Brady
Joanne Bullaro
Seema Awain
Michele Carcich
Deborah Cerza
Maureen Cimiluca
Michael Cirone
JoAnn Coccaro
Maureen Coccaro
Anthony Connors
Steven Cooper
Matthew Cotter
Walter Curioni
Catherine Cuttita
Nicholas Della Valle
Beth Derin
Jennifer Doherty
Patricia Draper
Frank Fusco
Mary Glackin
Stephanie Glass
Patricia Grossano
Daniel Guido
Brenna Haase
Jennifer Heck
Arlene Hoag
Jennifer Hoehne
Holly Homa
Jessica Hordych
Ray Douglas Hyde
P. Paul Incalcatera
Kelly Jackson
Lisa Janesky
Susan Jarocki
Jillian Jengo
Jeannie Jones
Lauren Karp
Richard Kucera, Jr.
Jaimee Lasner
Jaclyn Lazor
Diana Lipari
Michael L. Lauget
Frank Lucibello, Jr.
Kristin Macchia
John Maher
Patricia Martin
Sarah McClean
Kevin McLaughlin
Terrence McManus
Renee Mini
Theresa Montanino
Robert Morrow
Frank Mottola
Edward Mucha
Shyret Mumrati
Paul Nagelbush
Fakera Nazneen
Colleen Novosielski
Ilse Nytra
Gail Olcott
Laura Pandolfi
Lorraine Papa
Helene Pasqualone
Stephen Passaro
Phyllis Petrie
Dolores Petrosino
Allen Kristy Raymond
Michael Pohrischak
Russell Rieger
Michael Rosenblum
Kathleen Ruland
Kathleen Ryff-
Noto Kim Samarelli
Angela Scaturro
Francine Scaturro
Julie Schmidberger
Cheryl Shemeley
Laura Fabiano
Ciro Spinella
Jennifer Stedtler
Gail Sterlacci
Regina Tandoi
James Thorpe
Jennifer Treole
Jessica Umstot
Kathleen Walker
Donna Wipper

RESOLUTION 6-060-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following individuals to maintain the central attendance registers in the Hasbrouck Heights School District for the school year 2002-2003:

Mrs. June Raymond Lincoln School

Mrs. Pat Carlin Euclid School

Mrs. Lorraine Stasion High School (9th -12th)

Mrs. Carol Mason Middle School (6th - 8th)

Be It Further Resolved that the Home Instruction Register to be maintained by the Office of Special Services.

RESOLUTION 6-061-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following individuals to perform duties of the Child Study Team in the Hasbrouck Heights School District for the summer of 2002 at the per diem rates indicated:

Joan Murphy 6 Days $406.06/day $2,438.79

Suzanne Johnson-Gallo 10 Days $237.28/day $2,372.80

Aimee McCourt 6 Days $200.92/day $1,205.52

Jane Meola 10 Days $203.19/Day $2,031.95

RESOLUTION 6-062-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education appoints the following part time School Teacher Aides at $11.75 per hour, Office Aides at $11.25 per hour and Lunch Aides at $10.25 per hour for the school year 2002-2003, hours to be determined as needed:

JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL:
Fran DelVecchio - Office Aide
Rosemarie Cristofolo - Office Aide
Theresa Mancini - Lunch Aide
Katherine Miller - Lunch Aide
Rose Francavilla - Lunch Aide
Marie Petro - Lunch Aide

EUCLID SCHOOL:
Maureen Mucha - Office Aide/Lunch Aide
Esterina Anderson - Teacher Aide/Lunch Aide
Sharon Bunone - Teacher Aide/Lunch Aide
Marie Kistner - Teacher Aide/Lunch Aide
Pasqualina Alosco - Teacher Aide/Lunch Aide
Patricia DeStefano - Teacher Aide/Lunch Aide
Kathleen Iapelli - Teacher Aide/Lunch Aide
Violet VanJura - Lunch Aide
Kathleen Houghton -Lunch Aide
Angela Cortina -Lunch Aide
Lucille Vena - Lunch Aide
Luisa Locicero - Lunch Aide

LINCOLN SCHOOL:
Joan Nesbitt - Office Aide/Lunch Aide
Maureen Wrede - Teacher Aide/Lunch Aide
Ruth Talalay - Teacher Aide/Lunch Aide
Diane VanHook - TeacherAide/Lunch Aide
Xherahire Cocka - Lunch Aide
Gilda Paccione - Lunch Aide
Rosalie M. Stratton - Lunch Aide
Dolores Wagner - Lunch Aide
Mary Worster - Lunch Aide
Marie Mahonchak - Lunch Aide
Helen Mason-Hay - Lunch Aide
Anne Lantis - Lunch Aide
Rosemary Penland - Lunch Aide
Rose Rench - Lunch Aide
Donna Schneider - Lunch Aide
Bea Werling - Lunch Aide
Kathy Piazza - Lunch Aide

Be it Further Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the following special education Teacher Aides for the 2002-2003 school year at the hourly rate of $11.75, hours to be determined as needed:

Adele Albanese
Dorothy Checchi
Kathy VanJura
Brenda Colaneri
Suzanne White
Phyllis Guglielmo
Joann Dunn
Helene Pasqualone
Sabina Valente
Lorraine Cagiao
Kathleen Mellendorf

RESOLUTION 6-063-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following individuals as substitute Lunch Aides for the school year 2002-2003 at the hourly rate of $10.00, hours to be determined as needed:

Donna Villacampa
Joann Coccaro
Marie Clynes
Chancey DelGiudice
Valerie Giancaspro
Dorothy Ortiz
Debbie Goursky
Elaine Renyard
Nancy Mangieri
Donna Wipper
Dolores Sullivan
Alice Mawhinney

RESOLUTION 6-064-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following individuals as substitute secretaries for the school year 2002-2003 at the hourly rate of $10.00, hours to be determined as needed:

Marie Franzoi
Denise Puzino

RESOLUTION 6-065-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following occupational therapy services and physical therapy services for special education students for the 2002-2003 school year as required by IEP's:

Occupational Therapy Consultant, Inc.
Evaluations Fee $300.00
Treatment Services $2,050 per school year (1) session/week

Richard Rehabilitation Services
$260 Initial Evaluation
$60 per session

RESOLUTION 6-066-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the  contract for educational services provided by the NJ Commission for the Blind for the following students as required by their IEP's:

Student #
12-03 Service Level 1 $1,035
16-03 Service Level 1 $1,035
16-03 Service Level 1 $1,035

RESOLUTION 6-067-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accept the following special education tuition responsibility for the 2002-2003 school year:

Student # School Tuition

11-03 Paramus Vocational $1,475.00
17-03 Paramus Vocational $1,475.00
1-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
2-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
3-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
4-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
6-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
6-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
7-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
8-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
9-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
10-03 Bergen Co. Spec. Serv. $2,900.00
12-03 Children Therapy Ctr $36,084.80
Fair Lawn ESY $3,798.40
13-03 Allegro $54,180.00
Cedar Knolls ESY $9,030.00
Aide $21,000.00
14-03 Deron School 31,302.00
Montclair ESY $5,217.00
18-03 Clearview School $26,734.00
19-03 Wayne, NJ $26,734.00
46-03 High Point School, Lodi, NJ $29,906.00

Be It Further Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accept the tuition responsibility for the following regular education students:

20-03 thru Bergen County Academies $5,460.00 each
45-03 Hackensack, NJ

RESOLUTION 6-068-02 : Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education establishes the following hourly rates for the 2002-2003 Keys Program:

Teachers $22.00/hour After School Program
Aides $10.00/hour After School Program
Teachers $21.00/hour AM Program
Aides $10.00/hour AM Program

RESOLUTION 6-069-02 : Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following substitute daily rates for the 2002-2003 school year.

1-15 Days Over 15 Days
State Certified Teacher $85.00 $90.00
County Certified Teacher $80.00 $85.00

RESOLUTION 6-070-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the school level goals and objectives as submitted by the principals.

RESOLUTION 6-071-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following summer KEYS Program individuals at the assignments and salaries listed:

Teachers at $22.00 per hour Substitute Teachers at $22.00 per hour

Betty Dennis
Danielle Scipioni
Donna Dussault
Shannon Valenti
Bridgette Cavanaugh
Mary Ann McCann
Michael Sickels
Theresa Grillo

Nurses at $22.00 per hour Aides at $10.00 per hour

Jane McClean
Sabina Valente
Pat Grossano
Patricia DeStefano

Subsitute Aides at $10.00 per hour

Maureen Mucha
Kristy Raymond
Karen Carney

Student helpers at $6.00 per hour Substitute helpers at $5.75 per hour

Erica Gagliardi
Jessica DeSclafani
Pamela Currey
Elisa Spiletycz
Tara Russo
Laura Morro
Jessica Ayubi

RESOLUTION 6-072-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves Theresa Gallagher to provide speech and language therapy and swallowing therapy services for the months of July and August at a fee of $100.00 per hour to special education students in accordance to their IEP.

Be It Further Resolved that during the month of July services are not to exceed 6 1/2 hours per week, and during the month of August services are not to exceed 2 1/2 hours per week.

RESOLUTION 6-073-02: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accepts the funding of the following IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) grant for fund year 2002, beginning September 1, 2001 and ending August 31, 2002 as follows:

IDEA Basic $205,084
IDEA Pre-School $12,288

RESOLUTION 6-074-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the following teachers be approved to teach at the Hasbrouck Heights Extended School Year Program as follows:

Suzanne Johnson-Gallo Pre-School at $3,084.64
13 days - July 1 thru July 19 (excluding July 4, 5)

Lori Farquhar Pre-School at $1,821.80
10 days - July 5, July 22 thru July 31

Christine O'Shea-Canetti Autism at $3,760.10
July 1 thru July 31 (excluding July 4, 5)

Jaime Dworak Speech at $3,876.00
July 1 thru July 31 (excluding July 4, 5)

Be It Further Resolved that the following aides be approved to work the extended school year program from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the salary rate of $11.75 per hour:

Brenda Colaneri
Pasqualina Alosco
Marie Kistner

RESOLUTION 6-075-02: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the  agreement between the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education and Bergen County Special Services School District to provide Chapter 192/193 services and authorize the School Business Administrator to sign said agreement for the 2002-2003 school year.

RESOLUTION 6-076-02: Be it Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the ESL three year plan as submitted.

RESOLUTION 6-077-02: Be it Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves St. Clare's Hospital to provide bedside instruction to one district student at the rate of $39.00 per hour, 2 hours per day effective May 15, 2002 to patient discharge.

RESOLUTION 6-078-02: Be it Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education the following individuals be offered a contracts effective July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2003 at the salary and title indicated:

Linda A. Simmons, Principal Euclid School $79,000
Patrick J. Ciccone, Principal Lincoln School $79,000

RESOLUTION 6-079-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the second reading of following board policy revision. Copy of policies attached to the official minutes.

#5131.6 Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco
#5132 Dress and Grooming

RESOLUTION 6-080-02 : Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the first reading of following new or revised board policy revisions. Copy of policies attached to the official minutes.

1210 Community Organizations - Booster Groups
3515.1 Cellular and Wireless Telephones and Communication Devisesfor Employees
4138.1 Consulting Outside of District
4138.2 Private Tutoring
4143 Extra Pay for Extra Work
4219.21 Conflict of Interest
5114.1 Saturday Detention
5114.1 Saturday Detention (Exhibit)
5118 Non-Residents
5118 Non-Residents (Regulation)
5118 Non-Residents (Exhibit)
5131.5 Threats and Violence
5142 Student Safety/Missing Children (Regulation)
5144 Discipline/Punishment
5145.4 Non-Discrimination
5145.5 Photographing Students
5145.7 Human Relations: Anti-Racial and Ethic Discrimination and Prejudice
6114 Emergencies and Disaster Preparedness
6146 Graduation Requirements/Early Graduation
3516 Safety/Civility - Policy
3516 Safety/Civility - Regulation

RESOLUTION 6-081-02: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the  job descriptions for the following positions as submitted by the Superintendent of Schools. Copy of job descriptions attached to the official minutes.

a. Director of Special Services
b. Vice Principal

RESOLUTION 6-082-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accepts, with  regret, the following resignations effective June 30, 2002:

Jessica Stratter - Euclid School
Sarah Galiszewski - Euclid School

RESOLUTION 6-083-02: Be it Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education the following individual be offered a contract for the 2002-2003 school year at the salary and title indicated:

Patricia Grossano Euclid School Nurse BA 1st Step $36,774

RESOLUTION 6-084-02: Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the  following single session days for students only for the 2002-2003 school year:

Grades 7 - 12 only Jan. 16, 17, 20, 21
Grades 6 - 12 June 17
Grades K-12 June 18, 19, 20, 23, 24

RESOLUTION 6-085-02 : Be it Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the  participation of district students in the Aviator Aerial 7 on 7 Tournament 2002 sponsored by the Hasbrouck Heights Touchdown Club on Saturday, June 29, 2002.

RESOLUTION 6-086-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the reassignment of the following staff member to an elementary schedule for the position indicated for the 2002-2003 school year:

Diane Kimmel World Language .6 FTE Euclid/Lincoln Schools, .4 FTE High School

Roll Call: Mrs. Carroll - yes on all
Mr. Crabbe - yes on all
Dr. Delcalzo - abstain on 5-062-02; yes on all others
Mr. Fasciano - yes on all
Mr. Parodi - yes on all
Mr. Ruroede - yes on all
Mr. Van Hook - abstain on 5-062-02; yes on all others
Mrs. Powell - yes on all

Facilities and Recreation Committee:

The following resolution was moved by Mr. Van Hook, seconded by Mrs. Carroll:

RESOLUTION 6-087-02: Whereas, there is a need for the following job assignments to be completed during the summer months:

A. Supervision of summer programs.
B. Interview and recommending new coaches positions.
C. Arrange for fall athletic physicals.
D. Follow up on purchase order for athletics.
E. Inventory and store new equipment.
F. Order non-bid items.
G. Hire officials and send contract where needed.
H. Prepare equipment for August practices, and

Whereas, the Superintendent of Schools has recommended the hiring of Mr. John Tessaro to complete the above tasks.

Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve Mr. John Tessaro be paid a stipend of $6,096 to complete the above tasks during the months of July and August, 2002

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RESOLUTION 6-088-02: Whereas, there exists a need for a designated person for asbestos compliance for the Hasbrouck Heights School District of the Borough of Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County, New Jersey.

Be It Resolved that Karl and Associates be appointed as designated person for asbestos compliance for the 2002-2003 school year in accordance with their proposal dated June 4, 2002.

RESOLUTION 6-089-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education employ the following as custodian or technology summer helpers from July 1, 2002 to September 1, 2002 at the hourly rate indicated:

Greg Kryceski - $6.00
Ryan Bright - $5.75
William McCarthy - $6.00
Thomas DeLorenzo - $5.75
Joseph DosAnjos - $5.75
Peter Traina - $5.75

RESOLUTION 6-090-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,  the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approve the use of 5 classrooms and office space for an after school dyslexic program sponsored by the Scottish Masons from July 1, 2002 to June 30, 2003. All expenses for the use of the facilities will be paid by the requesting organization, and

Be It Further Resolved, that all district policies and school schedules are to be followed.

RESOLUTION 6-091-02: Whereas, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education ("Board") is engaging in a project to upgrade and renovate the Hitchcock Field complex (the "Project"); and

Whereas, the Board has determined that the consulting and advisory services of a full service architectural firm is needed to specify and oversee the construction of the Project; and

Whereas, EI Associates (the "Consultant") has submitted a proposal dated April 30, 2002 to specify the Project (the "Proposal"); and

Whereas, the Board, after due consideration and discussion of said Proposal, has determined that Consultant's services are necessary and will meet the needs of the District with regard to the Project based upon the firm's credentials, experience and reputation; and

Whereas, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5(a)(1) a contract retaining the services of Consultant can be made, negotiated, and awarded by the Board by resolution, at a public meeting, without public advertising for bids, as the subject matter of said contract involves professional services;

Wherefore, Be It Resolved, that the Board authorized the Administration to enter into a contract with the Consultant for the services outlined in its Proposal of April 30, 2002 subject to negotiation, drafting, review and approval by Board Counsel of the formal contract;

Wherefore, Bit It Further Resolved, that a brief notice of this action shall be printed once in The Observer, stating its nature, duration, service and amount, and that the resolution and contract are on file in the offices of the Board of Education in the following form:

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS BOARD OF EDUCATION

Notice of Award of Professional Service Contract

At its regular meeting of June 18, 2002, the Board of Education authorized the awarding of a contract for professional consulting services with EI Associates, with offices located at 8 Ridgedale Avenue, Cedar Knolls, N.J. 07927, in connection with the upgrades and renovations at the Hitchcock Field complex. The contracted amount to be $28,938 for the work performed. This resolution and contract are on file and available for public inspection at the Board of Education's offices, located at 379 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey 07604.

RESOLUTION 6-092-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the reappointment of Mr. Charles McCarthy as Director of Physical Plant from July 1, 2002 to June 30, 2003 at the annual salary of $56,216.

RESOLUTION 6-093-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the  award of bid contract for the Hitchcock Field Renovation Bid Number HF-1 as per Attachment C.

RESOLUTION 6-094-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the appointment of Mr. Barry Homyack as custodian from July 1, 2002 to June 30, 2003 at the annual salary of $25,455 (Step 1)

RESOLUTION 6-095-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the appointment of the following individuals as custodial lead person for the 2002-2003 school year at the rate of $100 per month, no right of tenure shall accrue from this appointment:

Euclid School - Edward Raymond
Lincoln School - John Szwed
Middle/High School - Dominick DePalma

RESOLUTION 6-096-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the appointment of Mr. Joseph Fadden as substitute custodian for the 2002-2003 school year as needed at the annual compensation of $1.00 (one dollar).

RESOLUTION 6-097-02 : Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the disposal of the following property items:

Printers 1
Apple II GS 7
MAC LC 2
MAC Centris 1

Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Crabbe, Dr. Delcalzo, Mr. Fasciano, Mr. Parodi, Mr. Ruroede, Mr. Van Hook, Mrs. Powell

Nays: None Resolutions approved

Finance Committee:

The following resolutions were moved by Mr. Fasciano, seconded by Mrs Carroll:

RESOLUTION 6-098-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accepts the following reports which are in agreement and that they be placed on file in the office of the Board Secretary:

1. Report of the Board Secretary for the month April, 2002.
2. Report of the Treasurer of School Funds for the month April, 2002.

RESOLUTION 6-099-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the following budget appropriation transfers as per Attachment B.

RESOLUTION 6-100-02: Be It Resolved that pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2:12 (3) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, the Board certifies that to the best of its knowledge as of June 30, 2002, 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 6-101-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the actual payroll for the month of May, 2002, as adjusted, in the amount of $1,062,802.42, 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.

RESOLUTION 6-102-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the estimated payroll for the month of June, 2001, in the amount of $1,050,000.00 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 $1,050,000.00.

RESOLUTION 6-103-02: Be it Resolved that the President of the Board, the Board Secretary, and the 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 amount for the month of June being:

General Fund:
10 $406,637.70

12 97,961.45

20 209,669.85

$714,269.00

Capital: 30 --

Enterprise:
50 14,993.67

Total: $729,262.67

RESOLUTION 6-104-02: Whereas, there exists a need for various types of insurance coverage, and services of claims, and

Whereas, funds are available for this purpose, and

Whereas, the Local Public Contracts Law (NJSA40A:11-1 et seq) requires that the resolution authorizing the award of contract for "Insurance Agent" without competitive bidding must be adopted at a duly constituted public meeting.

Now therefore Be It Resolved by the the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education under the provisions of NJSA 18A:18A-5a(10) as follows:

1. That O'Gorman and Young is hereby appointed Insurance Agent for Property, Casualty and Liability Insurance for the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education of the Borough of Hasbrouck Heights for the 2002- 2003 school year.

2. That the Board approve the insurance coverage quotation by O'Gorman and Young at the estimated cost of $51,878 for the period July 1, 2002 to June 30, 2003 in accordance with their proposal with property/casualty coverage provided by the School Alliance Insurance Fund.

RESOLUTION 6-105-02: Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education award the following bids for school year 2002-2003 under the Rullo and Gleeson Association Cooperative Bidding Contract. Copies of bids are on file in the office of the School Business Administrators/Board Secretary.

Rullo & Gleeson Amounts
Art - Fine/Commercial/Mechanical $12,457.50
Athletic/Physical Education Supplies 11,873.38
Audio Visual Supplies 2,947.51
Automotive Supplies 16.54
Classroom & Office Supplies 20,009.21
Computer Accessories 40.90
Custodial Supplies 19,909.93
Hand Tools 3,394.55
Health & Trainer Supplies 3,819.56
Lumber 2,236.24
Outside Maintenance Supplies 1,510.27
Paints and Painting Supplies 182.08
Paper - Copy/Duplicator 11,620.22
Safety Supplies 570.14
Science - Biology Supplies 10,217.07
Science - Chemistry Supplies 3,312.77
Science - Earth Science 912.38
Science - Grades 5 to 8 10.40
Science - Other 13.92
Science - Physics 828.39
Woodworking Supplies 182.53

Grand Total $106,065.49

RESOLUTION 6-106-02:. Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education authorize the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to advertise and conduct bid openings for supplies and materials, transportation services, professional services, as required by law for the 2002-2003 school year.

RESOLUTION 6-107-02: Be It Resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education accept the resignation, effective June 30, 2002, of the following individual pursuant to the provisions of the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education Voluntary Separation Program Year 2002.

William Grimaldi

RESOLUTION 6-108-02 : Be It Resolved that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education provide all students with Student and Athletic Accident Full Excess Insurance Plan as underwritten by the Cigna Insurance Group (basic coverage and catastrophic coverage) according to the proposal submitted by T.L. Groseclose Associates of Belle Mead, New Jersey, for the school year 2002-2003 with the annual premium as follows:

Basic Coverage $11,440.00
Catastrophic Coverage 1,275.00

RESOLUTION 6-109-02: Whereas, there exists a need for a School Board Attorney to the Hasbrouck  Heights Board of Education of the Borough of Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County, New Jersey, and

Whereas, Funds are available for this purpose, and

Whereas the Local Public Contracts Law (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) requires that the resolution authorizing the award of contract for "Professional Services" without competitive bidding must be adopted at a duly constituted public meeting.

Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education appoint Allan P. Dzwilewski, Esq. as School Board Attorney for all matters except those relating to collective bargaining negotiations by the Board under the provisions of NJSA 18A:18A-5A(1) with renumeration to be $135.00 per hour plus additional fees to be negotiated for matters outside the scope of the hourly rate.

RESOLUTION 6-110-02: Whereas, there exists a need for a School Board Attorney to the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education of the Borough of Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County, New Jersey, and

Whereas, Funds are available for this purpose, and

Whereas the Local Public Contracts Law (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) requires that the resolution authorizing the award of contract for "Professional Services" without competitive bidding must be adopted at a duly constituted public meeting.

Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education appoint Anthony P. Sciarrillo, Esq. as School Board Attorney for all matters relating to collective bargaining negotiations by the Board under the provisions of NJSA 18A:18A-5A(1) with renumeration to be $125.00 per hour plus additional fees to be negotiated for matters outside the scope of the hourly rate.

RESOLUTION 6-111-02: Whereas, there exists a need for a School Auditor to the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education of the Borough of Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County, New Jersey, and

Whereas, Funds are available for this purpose, and

Whereas the Local Public Contracts Law (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) requires that the resolution authorizing the award of contract for "Professional Services" without competitive bidding must be adopted at a duly constituted public meeting.

Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education appoint the firm of Cannone and company as School Board auditor for the 2001-2002 school year under the provisions of NJSA 18A:18A-5A(1) with renumeration as follows:

Audit $8,345.00
CAFR $1,900.00
Counseling $85.00 per hour

RESOLUTION 6-112-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the retroactive reappointment of Mr. Frank Gautier as Technology Technician from October 1, 2001 to June 30, 2002 at the annual salary of $30,160 pro-rated.

RESOLUTION 6-112-02: Be It Resolved that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approves the reappointment of Mr. Frank Gautier as Technology Technician from July 1, 2002 to June 30, 2003 at the annual salary of $31,167.

Roll Call: Ayes: Mrs. Carroll, Mr. Crabbe, Dr. Delcalzo, Mr. Fasciano, Mr. Parodi, Mr. Ruroede, Mr. Van Hook, Mrs. Powell

Nays: None Resolutions approved

Old Business - None

New Business - None

Open Public Hearing

Comments and questions on the following:

1. Thank you to teachers leaving
2. Commend principal search process

Motion by Mrs. Powell, seconded by Mrs. Carroll to recess meeting for approximately 30 minutes.

Motion approved by unanimous voice vote of all members present.

Meeting recessed at 8:50 p.m.

Meeting reopened at 9:30 p.m.

Motion by Mrs. Carroll, seconded by Mr. Fasciano to adjourn to private session.

RESOLUTION PS-062-01: Whereas, in accordance with the provisions of the New Jersey Open Public  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 issues.

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.

Motion approved by unanimous voice vote of all members present.

Meeting was adjourned to private session at 9:30 p.m.

Meeting was reopened at 9:55 p.m.

Meeting was adjourned at 9:56 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Joseph T. Bellino
School Business Administrator/Board Secretary


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