*Videoconferencing will be used at Westin Irving Convention Center, 400 West Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX 75039 – lobby, for the board meeting. The public may attend at either location.
Meeting time: 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, Kent Sanders, Jennifer Sexton, Shayne Mitchell, Joshua Menzies – absent, Teresa Wood-Irvin
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER at 6:30 p.m. by President Siano Enders.
Also Present: Superintendent Macri, Business Official Rivenburg, Principal Conover, Principal Marvin, Athletic Director Hardenstine
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
AGENDA CHANGES – additions and/or deletions
PRESENTATION – none
SUPERINTENDENT’S STATUS REPORT/UPDATE
– Duanesburg Day was great & can be built on every year; shout out to Hank D, Chris D, Mike G & Debbie for their time & input. It was a full 4 hours. Students sang the national anthem & alma mater.
– School climate survey will be open from 5/6 – 5/17. The opt-out form is going out. 1 Call Now used to send email about the survey.
– In News & Notes – budget info update
– Looking at dual enrollment regarding college fees with college classes in the high school – all community colleges/SUNY will be discussed in regards to payments
– TRS fund reserve can be set up
– In this year’s state budget-there is authorization for mid-year reductions – can reduce local assistance mid-year if governor feels it’s needed, any state organization is affected
– Building condition survey is not needed now, usually done every 5 years, however, we’re in a good position.
– Duanesburg Day was great & can be built on every year; shout out to Hank D, Chris D, Mike G & Debbie for their time & input. It was a full 4 hours. Students sang the national anthem & alma mater.
– School climate survey will be open from 5/6 – 5/17. The opt-out form is going out. 1 Call Now used to send email about the survey.
– In News & Notes – budget info update
– Looking at dual enrollment regarding college fees with college classes in the high school – all community colleges/SUNY will be discussed in regards to payments
– TRS fund reserve can be set up
– In this year’s state budget-there is authorization for mid-year reductions – can reduce local assistance mid-year if governor feels it’s needed, any state organization is affected
– Building condition survey is not needed now, usually done every 5 years, however, we’re in a good position.
PRINCIPALS’ REPORTS/UPDATES
Principal Marvin
– ELA tests returned, 7 kids in the HS & 10 in the ES refused
– College caravan was a huge success
Principal Conover
– ELA tests returned, 10 kids refused to take tests
Athletic Director Hardenstine
– Spring sports started last week, the track is still frozen, the ball fields are wet & a few games have been postponed.
– Sports committee had a meeting & discussed how to instill school pride, communication regarding summer issues – could use 1 Call Now
– Homecoming – move in-school activities back to December, week before Christmas. Will continue events after school, senior night, PBIS.
– Will work on advisement on mergers & creation of teams, safety protocols for after-school events.
– Next meeting May 7th.
STUDENT LIAISON REPORT
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
PRESENTATION/APPROVAL OF BOE MINUTES FOR ACTION:
Recommendation that the Board of Education approve the minutes of the March 26, 2019 meeting as submitted.
Motion by: Board Member Sanders
Seconded by: Board Member Mitchell
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
NEW BUSINESS: BOE STANDING COMMITTEE REPORT – (2018-19 MEMBERS)
Audit Committee – Deb Grier (chair), Shayne Mitchell, Teresa Wood-Irvin
Buildings & Grounds Committee – Kent Sanders (chair), Shayne Mitchell, Jennifer Sexton
Education Committee – Jennifer Sexton (chair), Teresa Wood-Irvin, Deb Grier
Employee Relations Committee – Camille Siano Enders (chair), Kent Sanders, Deb Grier
Policy Committee – Joshua Menzies (chair), Teresa Wood-Irvin, Shayne Mitchell
Public Relations Committee – Deb Grier (chair), Jennifer Sexton
BOARD ITEM: Budget discussion and recap
FINANCIAL ITEMS:
1. Adopt 2019-2020 Budget and 2019-2020 Property Tax Report Card.
Recommended that the Duanesburg Board of Education adopt the 2019-2020 School Year Budget in the amount of $17,365,000, adopt the 2019-2020 Property Tax Report Card and to levy the necessary *0%* tax increase therefore as recommended by the superintendent and the business official.
Motion by: Board Member Sanders
Seconded by: Board Member Sexton
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried as amended to include *0%* in resolution
2. Accept Claims Auditor’s Comments on March 26, 2019 reports.
General Warrant #18 $430,460.98
Motion by: Board Member Sanders
Seconded by: Board Member Wood-Irvin
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
3. Approve Contract for Health and Welfare Services with Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD.
Recommendation that the Board of Education approve the health and welfare services contract between Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School and Duanesburg CSD for the 2018-2019 school year as recommended by the business official.
Motion by: Board Member Mitchell
Seconded by: Board Member Sanders
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
4. Approve Shared Services Agreement with Schalmont Central School District.
Recommendation that the Board of Education approve the shared services agreement between Schalmont Central School District and Duanesburg CSD for the 2018-2019 school year as recommended by the business official.
Motion by: Board Member Wood-Irvin
Seconded by: Board Member Sexton
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
5. Accept Financial Reports.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education accept the Appropriation Status, ECA (ending 2/28/19), Revenue Status and Treasurer’s reports as provided by the treasurer and recommended by the business official.
Motion by: Board Member Mitchell
Seconded by: Board Member Sanders
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
6. Award Bid for External Audit Services.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education award the following bid as recommended by the business official:
External Audit Services Raymond G Preusser, CPA, PC
Motion by: Board Member Sanders
Seconded by: Board Member Sexton
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
7. Approve Online Auction Contract.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the agreement between Collar City Auctions Realty & Management, Inc. and Duanesburg CSD for auction services for sale of board approved surplus items. The effective date of the contract is April 1, 2019 – March 31, 2022.
Motion by: Board Member Sanders
Seconded by: Board Member Sexton
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
PERSONNEL ITEMS:
1. Approve Appointments.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following appointments as recommended by the superintendent and athletic director. All appointments are pending fingerprint clearance. All appointments are “employees at will” and the appointment at this time does not guarantee employment for the entire school term/season/year.
BOCES Substitute List
Dennis Kenney Volunteer Softball Coach – Pending fingerprint clearance, completion of coaching certificates and certification clearance
Motion by: Board Member Sexton
Seconded by: Board Member Sanders
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
OTHER ITEMS:
1. Approve CSE minutes.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the CSE minutes of March 18, 19, 21, 27, & 29, 2019 meetings as submitted.
Motion by: Board Member Sanders
Seconded by: Board Member Sexton
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
2. Approve Disposal of Obsolete Books.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the disposal of obsolete books:
Lists provided by high school English teacher and Library/school media specialists as recommended by the high school principal.
Motion by: Board Member Sexton
Seconded by: Board Member Mitchell
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
DISCUSSION:
Board Member Joshua Menzies submitted letter of resignation to Superintendent Macri and Board President Siano Enders, Tuesday, April 9, 2019, 4:43 p.m.
MEETING ADJOURNED at: 7:32 p.m.
Motion by: Board Member Sanders
Seconded by: Board Member Mitchell
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
ADDENDUM TO AGENDA
PERSONNEL ITEM:
2. Approve Appointments.
Recommendation that the Duanesburg Board of Education approve the following appointments as recommended by the superintendent. All appointments are pending fingerprint clearance. All appointments are “employees at will” and the appointment at this time does not guarantee employment for the entire school term/year. Effective date of appointment is April 10, 2019.
Ryan Fink Full-time Bus driver effective April 10, 2019
Rachel Pistana-Farnum Full-time Bus driver effective April 10, 2019
Motion by: Board Member Sanders
Seconded by: Board Member Mitchell
In favor: 6
Opposed: 0
Absent: 1
Motion Carried
Dates to remember:
April
11 Bus Drill
12
Bus Drill, rain date
K-12 Report cards posted
All-Star Music Festival
13 All-Star Music Festival
17
Family Literacy night, 5:30 pm, ES Library
UPK meeting, 6:00 pm, ES cafeteria
6th grade Transition night, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
19 Good Friday, Spring Recess, No School
22-26 Spring Recess, No School
May
1-3 NYS Math Testing
7 BOE Meeting & public budget hearing, 6:30 p.m., Joe Bena Auditorium
Respectfully submitted,
Celeste E. Junge
District Clerk
FM/JR/JF/AC/JM/PH/KW/RU/CD/SG/LG/WB/cej: 4/12/19