6:30 p.m. in Joe Bena Auditorium
Mission
We endeavor to provide students of every ability with the support, dedication and quality instruction they need as they strive for personal excellence and work to fulfill the dreams and aspirations they have for their future.
Board Goals
1. To provide opportunities to improve overall student success by both recognizing and developing student achievement in all areas.
2. Maintain and improve the district’s fiscal stability, delivering excellent educational results at a cost commensurate with the community’s economic condition.
3. Continually evaluate, maintain and improve facilities that address the current and future needs of our district and provide students, employees and community members with an inviting, safe, efficient and modern infrastructure.
4. Expand methods to improve communication with parents and community members using multiple methods to promote proactive, interactive and meaningful two-way communication, including the use of the 21st century technologies.
5. Foster meaningful relationships with all stakeholders.
6. Continue to support the school district culture of a safe, welcoming and inclusive climate with a strong emphasis on effective strategies that support all students.
ROLL CALL: Pres. Camille Siano Enders VP Deb Grier Jennifer Sexton Shayne Mitchell Teresa Wood-Irvin Henrietta “Hank” Dunn Dianne Grant
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER at 6:35 p.m. by President Siano Enders.
Also Present: Superintendent Macri, Business Official Rivenburg, Principal Conover, Principal Marvin, Athletic Director Hardenstine
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
AGENDA CHANGES – additions and/or deletions – addendum
SUPERINTENDENT’S STATUS REPORT/UPDATE
Tax bills – the return envelopes have Mechanicville CSD address on them. Have been in touch w/BOCES(NERIC), BOCES will rectify. Any issues, need to contact Frank. There is a new vendor with the system.
2 staff PD days before school. Second day had a poverty simulation; it was eye opening for the staff. Reviewed different types of poverty prior to living the life of a family in poverty. 25% of our students are eligible for free/reduced lunch.
HS/ES openings went smooth.
Bussing is being worked on. Some issues regarding routes.
Morning drop off only 5-7 minutes behind schedule which includes UPK & parent drop offs.
There is no increased cost for the split bus routes; currently running below bussing costs.
Transportation is expense based aid-the more you spend, the more you get back.
Letter received from BOCES, Kenneth Haley, he worked on a WTEN Stem commercial; great ambassador for BOCES & the school district.
PRINCIPALS’ REPORTS/UPDATES
Principal Marvin:
Kids are enthusiastic, buildings are alive, in the HS, the Building Leadership team got the 1 Book 1 School grant. The goal this year is to build culture with kids. Opening day program was rolled out to students. Doing activities with students until 9/13. Kids will keep the book. On PBIS day, Sweethearts & Heroes will be here.
AD Hardenstine:
Fall sports have started. It’s been rougher than normal due to communication. 10 out of 15 coaches are new. 81/167 boys are playing sports – a 9% increase over 2018/19. 87/147 girls are playing sports – an 8% increase over last year.
Boys’ soccer started with 9 kids; some early games were postponed; will have 12 or 13 kids by next week.
Homecoming is 9/21 – football will kick it off. PTA & the Booster Club will be at the events.
This is also Spirit week & events will be held all week.
Safety team – ran an evacuation drill this summer; next step will take the administration through the steps.
Principal Conover:
1 Book 1 School is launching in October. Volunteers are recording chapters. If interested in reading a chapter, contact Erin Goodwin or Melissa Walsh
Supervised recess this year gives teachers planning time.
There was a Safety meeting today. Monday had an unplanned 40 outside minute drill due to a technical issue, everyone did great.
Created the Funshine Committee – will surprise employees on their birthdays & do fun things throughout the year.
PRESENTATION/APPROVAL OF BOE MINUTES FOR ACTION:
Recommendation that the Board of Education approve the minutes of the August 13 and September 4, 2019 meetings as submitted.
Motion by: Board Member Dunn
Seconded by: Board Member Grant
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
NEW BUSINESS: BOE STANDING COMMITTEE REPORT – (2019-20 MEMBERS)
Audit Committee – Dianne Grant (chair), Hank Dunn, Teresa Wood-Irvin
Buildings & Grounds Committee –Shayne Mitchell (chair), Jennifer Sexton, Hank Dunn – Met 8/29- planned 4 facility visits, meeting 9/17 with the district architect to discuss future projects. Kudos to maintenance & Phil Sexton on developing Grounds & Maintenance plan.
Education Committee – Jennifer Sexton (chair), Teresa Wood-Irvin, Deb Grier
Employee Relations Committee – Camille Siano Enders (chair), Deb Grier, Dianne Grant – Met 9/10- looking at contracting with BOCES for dedicated HR person. It would be BOCES aidable and a 1-year pro-rated contract (Janette Folckemer is retiring).
Policy Committee – Teresa Wood-Irvin (chair), Shayne Mitchell, Hank Dunn
Public Relations Committee – Deb Grier (chair), Jennifer Sexton – Per Deb – Schoharie County School Boards Assoc. will have their evening dinner meeting on 11/14; MCS is hosting. One topic being discussed is increasing the Valedictorian & Salutatorian awards from $25 to $50 and increasing the school dues from $100 to $250 to offset the awards.
FINANCIAL ITEMS:
1. Accept Claims Auditor’s Comments on August 12th & 28th, 2019 reports.
General Warrant # 4 $147,953.23 #5 $251,948.52
Motion by: Board Member Mitchell
Seconded by: VP Grier
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
2. Accept Financial Reports.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education accept the Appropriation Status, Revenue Status and Treasurer’s reports as provided by the treasurer and recommended by the business official.
Motion by: Board Member Sexton
Seconded by: Board Member Dunn
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
3. Approve Adult Breakfast and Lunch price increases.
Recommendation that the Board of Education approve the price increases for adult breakfast from $2.45 to $2.50 and for lunch from $4.10 to $4.30 as recommended by the business official.
Motion by: VP Grier
Seconded by: Board Member Wood-Irvin
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
4. Approve Shared Services Agreements with Schalmont Central School District
Recommendation that the Board of Education approve the agreements between Schalmont Central School District and Duanesburg CSD for the 2019-2020 school year as recommended by the business official.
Motion by: Board Member Dunn
Seconded by: Board Member Grant
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
5. Award Bid for Maintenance Vehicle.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education award the bid for the 2020 Ford F350 under bid #T19080004 to Carmody Ford Inc. totaling $43,620.72 as recommended by the business official.
Motion by: Board Member Mitchell
Seconded by: VP Grier
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
6. Approve PILOT Agreements with Eden Renewables.
RESOLUTION PURSUANT TO RPTL SEC. 487 – WHEREAS, the District received notice on behalf of Eden Renewables (“Eden”) of Eden’s intent to develop solar projects on property within the District identified as the Oak Hill Solar 1 Project and the Oak Hill Solar 2 Project, both located at 13590 Duanesburg Road / SBL # 74.00-2-5 (the “Projects”).
WHEREAS, the Board previously authorized Frank Macri, Superintendent of Schools, to advise Eden or its legal representative that the District would require Eden and/or the owner of the property to enter into PILOT agreements with the District pursuant to the provisions of New York Real Property Tax Law Section 487 in connection with the Projects.
WHEREAS, the District has negotiated Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreements with Oak Hill Solar 1, LLC and Oak Hill Solar 2, LLC in connection with the Projects (the PILOT Agreements”), which have been reviewed by the Board.
NOW THEREFORE, the Board approves the PILOT Agreements and authorizes the President of the Board of Education or the Superintendent of Schools to execute the PILOT Agreements on behalf of the District.
Motion by: Board Member Sexton
Seconded by: Board Member Mitchell
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
OTHER ITEMS:
1. Approve CSE minutes.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the CSE minutes of August 15, 2019 meeting as submitted.
Motion by: Board Member Sexton
Seconded by: Board Member Dunn
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
2. Approve Policy.
Recommendation that the Board of Education approve the following policy as recommended by the superintendent: Policy 7511 – Immunization of Students
Motion by: Board Member Wood-Irvin
Seconded by: Board Member Dunn
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
PERSONNEL ITEMS:
1. Approve Appointments.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following appointments as recommended by the superintendent. All appointments are “employees at will” and the appointment at this time does not guarantee employment for the entire school term/year.
BOCES substitute list
Motion by: VP Grier
Seconded by: Board Member Sexton
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
DISCUSSION:
Adjourn meeting at 7:25 p.m.
Motion by: VP Grier
Seconded by: Board Member Dunn
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
Addendum to Agenda
PERSONNEL ITEM:
2. Accept Resignation.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Duanesburg Board of Education hereby accepts the resignation of Francis Macri, Superintendent of Schools, effective as of December 14, 2019.
Motion by: VP Grier
Seconded by: Board Member Dunn
In favor: 7
Opposed: 0
Motion Carried
Respectfully submitted,
Celeste E. Junge
District Clerk
Dates to remember:
September 12 Bus Safety Drill (rain date 9/13)
13 Bus Safety Drill rain date
17 Building facilities committee mtg, 3:30 pm, District Office
19 BBQ/Bake Sale
JR/SR HS Open House, 6:00 pm
24 BOE mtg – 6:30 pm, Joe Bena Auditorium
JR/SR Picture Day
25 JR/SR Picture Day
26 ES Picture Day
Grades K-6 Open House, 6:00-7:30 pm, ES
27 ES & HS PBIS Kick Off
FM/JR/JF/AC/JM/PH/KW/RU/CD/SG/LG/WB/cej: 9/12/19