WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING AND REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JULY 5, 2022 Members Present: M. Alt, C. Barnabas, J. Birdsong-Ng, L. Dioguardi, S. LaDelfa, J. Richardson, C. Roods Members Absent: Administrators Present: B. Neenan, B. Freeman, E. Land, D. Swinson Others Present: J. Fonseca, D. Brady, D. Ruiz, J. Spencer, M. Kresge CALL TO ORDER: The July 5, 2022 meeting of the Webster Board of Education was called to order by J. Richardson in the Webster Thomas High School Auditorium, 800 Five Mile Line Road, Webster at 5:01 p.m., there was a quorum. J. Birdsong-Ng motioned, M. Alt seconded to enter executive session for the purpose of discussing the employment history of a particular person or corporation. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. The board entered executive session at 5:02 p.m. and met in chorus room 120. Messrs. Neenan, Freeman and Swinson joined executive session until 5:15 p.m. The 2022-2023 Regular and Organizational meeting of the Webster Board of Education was called to order at 6:12 p.m. in the Webster Thomas Auditorium. J. Birdsong-Ng motioned, C. Roods seconded to move out of Executive Session. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. The meeting opened with the pledge of allegiance. There was a quorum. There were no changes to the agenda. L. Dioguardi motioned, J. Birdsong-Ng seconded to approve the agenda. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Oath of Office – New Board Members District Clerk C. Cushman administered oaths of office to newly elected and re-elected members Carole Barnabas, Charlie Roods and Linda Dioguardi Election of Board Officers for 2022-2023 District Clerk Cushman requested nominations for the office of President of the Board of Education for the 20222023 school year. S. LaDelfa nominated J. Richardson for President; C. Barnabas seconded the nomination. The nominations were closed. A roll call vote was taken. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Janice Richardson was declared President of the Board of Education for the 2022-2023 school year. C. Cushman administered the Oath of Office to President Richardson. C. Cushman requested nominations for the office of Vice President of the Board of Education for the 2022-2023 school year. J. Birdsong-Ng nominated L. Dioguardi for Vice President; S. LaDelfa seconded the nomination. The nominations were closed. A roll call vote was taken. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Linda Dioguardi was declared Vice President of the Board of Education for the 2022-2023 school year. C. Cushman administered the Oath of Office to Vice President Dioguardi. President Richardson administered the Oath of Office to Superintendent Neenan and District Clerk Cushman.
WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING - July 5, 2022 I.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
District Clerk
II.
Administration of Oath of Office for all new board members
District Clerk
III.
Election of Officers of the Board for 2022-2023 A. President (newly-elected President assumes chair after election.) B. Vice President C. Oath of Office to President and Vice President
District Clerk District Clerk District Clerk Board President Board President
D. Oath of Office to Superintendent of Schools E. Oath of Office to District Clerk and Treasurer The Treasurer's Oath will be given by District Clerk. M. Alt. motioned, L. Dioguardi seconded to approve all District Appointments, Items IV. A-JJ. Vote: 6: Yes; 0: No. 1 Abstain-S. LaDelfa IV. District Appointments A. B. C. D. E.
District Treasurer Deputy Treasurer District Clerk District Clerk Pro Tem District Tax Collectors
F.
Attorneys for the School District
G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q.
Bond Counsel Fiscal Advisor Architects Construction Management External Auditor Internal Auditor Claims Auditor Substitute Claims Auditor as needed Extra Classroom Auditor District Medical Director Insurance Broker and Consultant
R. S. T. U. V. W. X. Y. Z. AA. BB. CC. DD. EE. FF.
Insurance Broker and Consultant Appointing Officer for Civil Service Approval Officer for Certification of Payroll Purchasing Agent Deputy Purchasing Agent Records Management Officer Freedom of Information Officer Freedom of Information Appeals Officer Title VII Coordinator Title IX Coordinator Section 504 Coordinator Designated Education Officer (SAVE) Medicaid Compliance Officer Attendance Hearing Officer Student Resident Designee
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Lori Schreiber Ashley DiLorenzo Cynthia Cushman Lisa Borrino Dorothy Maguire (Webster) and Krystina H. Lizak (Penfield) Ferrara Fiorenza, PC and Harter Secrest & Emery (Consortium) Trespasz and Marquardt, LLP Fiscal Advisors and Marketing LaBella Associates Campus Construction, Inc. Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP The Bonadio Group Judy Damiano Erin Rebholz Lori Schreiber Dr. Margaret Callahan Pupil Benefits, Hayler, Freyer, & Coon, Inc. (Student accident) NYSIR (Liability) Dave Swinson Brian Freeman Lisa Borrino Brian Freeman Tom Nicchitta Cynthia Cushman Dave Swinson Dave Swinson Dave Swinson and Colleen Armstrong Colleen Armstrong Colleen Armstrong Colleen Armstrong Dave Swinson Brian Freeman
GG. HH. II. JJ.
Benefits Accounts Plan Administrator – 403 (B) Accounts National Medical Review Officer District Data Protection Officer
Brian Freeman Brian Freeman Brian Freeman Brian Zimmer
J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, L. Dioguardi seconded to approve all District Designations 2022-2023, Items V. A-E. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. V.
District Designations, 2022-2023 A. Depositories of District Funds (in accordance with General Municipal Law, Section 10, all banking institutions listed will have a maximum investment level, not to exceed the general fund budget.)
J. P. Morgan Chase Bank Canandaigua National Bank & Trust M&T Bank, Key Bank, Citizens Bank, Bank of America, Genesee Regional Bank, ICS Network Banking System, NYCLASS, and all other institutions as allowed under NYS Municipal Law
In accordance with General Municipal Law, Section 10, following are acceptable types of collateral: Obligations issued by the United State of America, an agency thereof or a United States government-sponsored corporation or obligations fully insured or guaranteed as to the payment of principal and interest by the United States of America, an agency thereof or a United States government-sponsored corporation. 2. Obligations payable in United States dollars and issued or fully guaranteed by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the Inter-American Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, and the African Development Bank. 3. Obligations partially insured or guaranteed by any agency of the United States of America, at a proportion of the market value of the obligation that represents the amount of the insurance or guaranty. 4. Obligations issued or fully insured or guaranteed by New York State, obligations issued by a municipal corporation, school district or district corporation of New York State or obligations of any public benefit corporation which under specific New York State statute may be accepted as security for deposit of public moneys. 5. Obligations issued by states (other than New York) of the United States rated in one of the three highest rating categories by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization. 6. Obligations of Puerto Rico rated in one of the three highest rating categories by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization. 7. Obligations of counties, cities and other governmental entities of a state other than New York having the power to levy taxes that are backed by the full faith and credit of such governmental entity and rated in one of the three highest rating categories by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization. 8. Obligations of domestic corporations rated in one of the two highest rating categories by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization. 9. Any mortgage related securities, as defined in the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which may be purchased by banks under the limitations established by federal bank regulatory agencies. 10. Commercial paper and bankers’ acceptances issued by a bank (other than Bank) rated in the highest short-term category by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization and having maturities of no longer than sixty (60) days from the date they are pledged. 11. Zero-coupon obligations of the United States government marketed as “treasury strips.” 1.
B. Official Location for posting Board of Education Agenda
District Administration Office 119 South Avenue Webster, NY 14580
C. Official Newspaper(s)
Webster Herald
D. Persons to Administer Petty Cash Funds: Assistant Supt. For Business Manager of Transportation Manager of Buildings and Grounds Manager of Aquatic Center
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$100 $100 $100
DeWitt Road Principal Klem North Principal Klem South Principal
$100 $100 $100
$100
Plank North Principal
$100
Webster Schroeder Principal Webster Thomas Principal Spry Middle School Principal Willink Middle School Principal
$100 $100 $100 $100
Plank South Principal Schlegel Road Principal State Road Principal Webster Aquatic Center Cash Drawer WonderCare Directors
$100 $100 $100 $200 $200
E. Persons Authorized to Sign School Lunch Agreements Manager of Food Services Assistant Manager of Food Services
M.Alt motioned, C. Roods seconded to approve all Necessary Resolutions, Items VI. A-J. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. VI.
Necessary Resolutions A. That the Superintendent of Schools (or designee) be authorized to make transfers of funds between and within functional units and within the appropriations of the budget for teachers' salaries and ordinary contingent expenses, per the Commissioner's Regulation 170.2(1). B. That the Superintendent of Schools be authorized to approve appointments of certified staff and classified staff until Board action is taken at its next meeting. C. That the following extra-classroom accounts be established for the Webster Schroeder, Webster Thomas, Willink and Spry Middle Schools. These accounts will be administered under the supervision of the high school principals in accordance with district accounting policies and regulations and such other necessary practices as specified by the Assistant Superintendent for Business. The accounts are as follows:
Webster Schroeder
Webster Thomas
Willink
Spry
Class of 2023
Class of 2023
Band
Band
Class of 2024
Class of 2024
Drama
Drama
Class of 2025
Class of 2025
Student Play
Ski
Class of 2026
Class of 2026
Ski
Yearbook
Chorus
Student Councils
Yearbook
Library
Concert Band
Unified Basketball
Parent/Student Band
Student Council
FBLA
Art Club
Library
Builder’s Club
Key Club
Chorus
Student Council
Washington Trip
Drama Club
Concert Band
Lego Club
National Honor Society
Dance
Washington Trip
Orchestra
Drama
Rotary Interact
FBLA
Science Olympiad
Improv Club
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Ski Club
Instr Music
Speech & Debate
Key Club
Wind Ensemble
Leadership
Yearbook
LOTE
FEA
Math League
Library
Musical
Math
National Honor Society
Model UN
Orchestra
Show Choir
Rotary Interact
Student Council
SAGE
Tri-M
Science Olympiad
Link Crew
Ski n Board
Environmental Club
Speech & Debate
Wind Ensemble Webster Schroeder
Webster Thomas
Willink
Spry
Yearbook Special Olympics Link Crew Environmental Club D. That the Board President be authorized to sign documents for items approved in the 2022-23 budget. E. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to enter into cooperative bidding and purchasing agreements in accordance with Board Regulation 4030. F. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to enter into "piggybacking" contracts and award purchases based on "best value" in accordance with Board Regulation 4040. G. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to issue purchasing cards to district users in accordance with Board Policies. H. That the Board President, Superintendent of Schools, and District Clerk be authorized to execute and sign contracts for health services between the Webster Central School District and other local districts for the 2022-2023 school year. I. That the authority to perform the duties of the Board with regard to correction of errors on tax rolls and refund of taxes based on such errors is hereby delegated to Brian Freeman; this delegation of authority is applicable only where the recommended correction or refund does not exceed $3,000, specified in sections 554 and 556 of the real property tax law. J. That (a) Superintendent of Schools, or his/her designee approve change orders that are contingent on keeping the project moving on the current schedule, to a limit of $35,000 per change order, per contractor, of each project; (b) all change orders approved by the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee will be summarized and presented to the Board at the regular meeting following the approval of the change order by the Superintendent and (c) all other change orders that are not contingent on the current schedule will be approved by the Board at a regular Board meeting.
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S. LaDelfa motioned, J. Birdsong-Ng seconded to approve all Suggested Fees and Charges, Items VII. A-H. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. VII. Fees and Charges A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Athletic Admissions
Current
Suggested
Adults (evenings & weekends) Students (evenings & weekends)
$2.00 No fee for student
No Fees
Rental of Buses Per Mile Per hour for driver
$2.25 $27.25
$2.53 $28.40
Rental of Musical Instruments School Year Rental Summer Rental (2022)
$80 $20
$80 $20
School Lunches Elementary Students Middle School Students High School Students
$2.75 $2.90 $3.25
TBD-Awaiting USDA information
School Breakfast Elementary Students
$2.00
TBD-Awaiting USDA information
Personnel Charges – Use of School Facilities
Current Eves/ Saturday
Current Sunday
Suggested Eves/Saturday
Suggested Sunday
AV Technician
$56.10
$84.15
$58.06
$87.10
Custodian
$67.09
$100.63
$69.44
$104.16
Food Service
$67.61
$101.41
$69.97
$104.96
Sentries
$38.28
$57.42
$39.62
$59.43
Facility
Group A
Group B
Group C
Elementary Auditorium
No Charge
$25 per day (up to 6 hours)
$100 per day
Secondary Auditorium
No Charge
$50 per day (up to 6 hours)
$150 per day
Elementary Cafe
No Charge
$25 per day (up to 6 hours)
$75 per day
Secondary Cafe
No Charge
$50 per day (up to 6 hours)
$100 per day
Classroom/Space
No Charge
$25 per day (up to 6 hours)
$50 per day
Elementary Gym
No Charge
$25 per hour
$75 per hour
Middle School Gym
No Charge
$35 per hour
$100 per hour
Rental of Facilities
G.
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High School Gym
No Charge
$50 per hour
$200 per hour
Field House (Thomas)
No Charge
$50 per hour
$250 per hour
Pool (Thomas)
No Charge
$5 per lane/per hour
$20 per lane/per hour
Pool (WAC)
No Charge
$5 per lane per hour (short) $10 per lane per hour (long)
$20 per lane per hour(short) $30 per lane per hour (long)
Baseball Field
No Charge
$15 per hour (2 hr. min.)
$60 per hour (2 hr. min.)
Softball Field
No Charge
$15 per hour
$50 per hour
Rectangle Field
No Charge
$25 per hour
$50 per hour
Tennis Courts
No Charge
No Charge
No Charge
Turf Stadium*
No Charge
$25 per hour + $10 per hour lights
$150 per hour + $30 per hour lights
Basket Road
No Charge
$25 per hour + $10 per hour lights
$150 per hour + $30 per hour lights
All Weather Track
No Charge
No Charge
$26.50 per hour
*Special all day rates can be determined between the organization and the community education office at the time of approval. H. College Extension: Monroe Community College
MCC Agreement in place through 2023 and is renewed on an annual basis in August.
L.Dioguardi motioned, M. Alt seconded to approve all Suggested Salary Actions, Items VIII. A-E. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. VIII. Salary Actions A.
B.
Days Worked: 0-20 21-50 51-90 91+
$110 “ $120 “ $130 “ $140
$150 “ $160 “ $170 “ $180
Miscellaneous Salaries (Retired employees may receive a higher rate) Position Adult Help*: (Substitute, part time custodian and cleaner, summer supervisor
Suggested $120 per day $150 per day for Retirees
Current
Suggested
January 1, 2022 $0.50 above minimum wage
January 1. 2023 $0.50 above minimum wage
Minimum wage
Minimum wage
January 1, 2022
January 1, 2023
Student Help* *Returning employees will receive a 25 cent adjustment to their hourly salary. C.
Community Programs and Services Position
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Lifeguard Swim Instructor Head Lifeguard
Minimum Wage Minimum Wage $0.50 above minimum wage $0.50 above minimum wage $14.00/hr. $14.00/hr $14.00/hr $15.25/hr $13.25/hr $15.00/inst. hr $16.50/inst. hr $18.00/inst. hr
Minimum Wage Minimum Wage $0.50 above minimum wage $0.50 above minimum wage $14.00/hr. $14.00/hr $14.00/hr $15.25/hr $14.00/hr $15.00/inst. hr $16.50/inst. hr $18.00/inst. hr
Substitute Personnel Positions
January 1, 2022
January 1, 2023
Clerical School Nurse Sub 1:1 Nurse Teacher Aides Teacher Assistants Health Aides Youth Assistants Food Service Helpers School Bus Drivers Cafeteria and School Aides Interpreters Occupational and Physical Therapists Math Lab Tutors
$13.50-14.00/hr $20.00/hr $24/00/hr Minimum Wage $13.50/hr Minimum Wage Minimum Wage Minimum Wage $15.00/hr Minimum Wage $25.00/hr $175 day $28/hr
$13.50-14.00/hr $20.00/hr $24/00/hr Minimum Wage $13.50/hr Minimum Wage Minimum Wage Minimum Wage $15.00/hr Minimum Wage $25.00/hr $175 day $28/hr
Building Monitor Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Junior Supervisor Supervisor Program Coordinator Facility Supervisor (fields) Class Instructor (no experience) (minimum) Class Instructor (1-2 yrs. Exp.) (minimum) Class Instructor (3 yrs. Exp.) (minimum)
D.
*Returning employees will receive a 25 cent adjustment to their hourly salary. E. Special Education Consultants The district has the right to initiate an impartial hearing to demonstrate that its evaluation was appropriate. If the hearing officer determines that the District’s evaluation was appropriate, a parent or guardian will not be entitled to reimbursement at public expense. Charges for services will be made to the district within 30 days of being provided. The associated payments for specific services will not exceed the fees listed in 4321.3-E. Fiscal limitations for these publicly-funded independent evaluations shall align with the same limitations utilized by the District when it initiates an evaluation. In the absence of unusual circumstances, costs will be deemed reasonable and allowable in accordance with the following fee schedule: Psychological Evaluation: $600.00 Neurological Evaluation: $1,100.00 Educational Evaluation: $400.00 Speech/Language Evaluation: $350.00 Occupational Therapy Evaluation: $350.00 Physical Therapy Evaluation: $350.00 Psychiatric Evaluation: $1,100.00 Neuropsychological Evaluation: $1,800.00 Audiological Evaluation: $200.00 Central Auditory Processing Evaluation: $350.00 Assistive Technology Consultation: $75.00 per hour The foregoing shall be reduced by any insurance coverage available to the requesting party. Travel expenses incurred as a result of an independent evaluation will not be financially reimbursed by the school district. The fees in this exhibit shall be established annually at the annual reorganizational meeting with additional revision as may be deemed necessary. When special circumstances require, these indicated limitations may be waived upon receiving prior approval from the superintendent of schools.
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J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, M. Alt seconded to approve Other Actions, Item IX. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. IX. Other Actions A. Annual Election and Vote to be held on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, from 6 AM to 9 PM in the Webster Schroeder High School Gymnasium. The Reorganization meeting concluded at 6:20 p.m. and the board immediately moved into the Regular Business meeting. Regular Business Meeting The Student’s Speech agenda item was tabled due to an absence. Capital Project Planning Presentation Assistant Superintendent Freeman gave an update on the capital project planning and changes from the last board workshop. Homework project ranking results and comparisons were shared. A breakdown of the costs by building and respective area was presented and Mr. Freeman reviewed the next steps, pre-referendum. Mr. Freeman entertained questions, discussion took place and board members would like more time to digest the project. J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, C. Roods seconded to approve the project up to this point and move forward with the next steps. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Mr. Freeman shared that nothing would be done until there is formal approval of the project, in September, to meet timelines. Board Business: May 2022 Treasurer’s Report Mr. Freeman highlighted key items on the May 2022 Treasurer’s report. M.Alt motioned, J. Birdsong-Ng seconded to accept the May 2022 Treasurer’s Report as presented. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Capital Project Update Assistant Superintendent Freeman reviewed capital project progress over the spring in our respective buildings, including contractors and phasing schedule. The summer will conclude the bulk of the 2018 project. 2nd Reading Policy 4010 District Investments L.Dioguardi motioned, S. LaDelfa seconded to approve the second reading of Policy 4010 District Investments. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Attendance at New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) Conference and Annual Meeting Delegate Discussion took place regarding interest in attending the conference in Syracuse from October 27-29, 2022. Jennifer Birdsong-Ng, Carole Barnabas, Charlie Roods and Brian Neenan will attend the conference. Cindy will register attendees. The Annual meeting will be held virtually on October 17, 2022 and our delegate will be Shanna LaDelfa. M.Alt motioned, J. Birdsong-Ng seconded conference attendees and annual meeting delegate. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Liaison Assignments and Committee Participation This agenda item was tabled to the next meeting. 2022-2023 Board of Education Calendar Discussion took place regarding moving the August 9 retreat date. Cindy will canvas board members for their availability in July and August. After the July retreat they will determine the amount of time needed for an August retreat. J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, C. Barnabas seconded to accept the 2022-2023 Board of Education calendar with the exception of the August retreat date. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. 2022-2023 District Goals Draft J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, C. Roods seconded to approve the draft 2022-2023 goals. There may be minor modifications to the goals to be advised. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0.
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1) Kohl’s, 2) Target and 3) 182 W. Main Street (tabled) Kohl’s Tax Certiorari Mr. Freeman reviewed the tax certiorari resolution for Kohl’s. WHEREAS, KIN Inc. -COR Holt Road Company LLC (“KIN”) filed tax certiorari petitions challenging the assessment of its property located at 925 Holt Road (Tax Map Parcel No. 079.12-1-19.111) in the Town of Webster for the 2018-19, 2020-21, and 2021-22 tax years; and WHEREAS, KIN has proposed settlement of the proceedings upon the following terms: a. Discontinue the 2018-19, 2020-21, and 2021-22 proceedings with no refunds; and b. Reduce the 2022 assessment to $5,421,623; and WHEREAS, the Town of Webster is in agreement with the settlement proposals as outlined above; and WHEREAS, the Board of Education is willing to settle the proceedings pursuant to the terms outlined above. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that: 1. The Board of Education agrees to settle the tax certiorari proceedings commenced by KIN in accordance with the terms set forth and in the form approved by Ferrara Fiorenza PC and hereby delegates to Ferrara Fiorenza PC the authority to execute such settlement documents. 2. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, S. LaDelfa seconded to approve the Kohl’s tax certiorari settlement. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Target Tax Certiorari Mr. Freeman reviewed the tax certiorari resolution for Target. WHEREAS, Target #2038 (“Target”) filed tax certiorari petitions challenging the assessment of its property located at 1050 Ridge Road (Tax Map Parcel No. 079.16-1-95) in the Town of Webster for the 2019-20, 2020-21, and 2021-22 tax years; and WHEREAS, Target has proposed settlement of the proceedings upon the following terms: a. Discontinue the 2019-20 proceeding with no refunds; b. Reduce the 2020-2021 assessment to $8,965,000; c. Reduce the 2021-2022 assessment to $8,500,000; and d. Reduce the 2022-23 assessment to $7,345,210. WHEREAS, the Town of Webster is in agreement with the settlement proposals as outlined; and WHEREAS, the Board of Education is willing to settle the proceedings pursuant to the terms outlined. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that: 1. The Board of Education agrees to settle the tax certiorari proceedings commenced by Target in accordance with the terms set forth and in the form approved by Ferrara Fiorenza PC and hereby delegates to Ferrara Fiorenza PC the authority to execute such settlement documents. 2. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. M.Alt motioned, L. Dioguardi seconded to approve the Target tax certiorari settlement. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. 182 W. Main Street Tax Certiorari Mr. Freeman requested that the board table the approval of the resolution to a future due to last minute negotiations that arrived this afternoon. J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, C. Roods seconded to table the 182 W. Main Street tax certiorari resolution to a future date. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Food Service Budget Adoption Mr. Freeman gave a financial and participation Food Service update, program adjustments/flexibility, plans for a grant, and there will be a complete menu revamp at all levels. J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, S. LaDelfa seconded to adopt the food service budget. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. 2022-2023 Monroe #1 BOCES Transportation Contract Mr. Freeman described the yearly contract. BOCES provides transportation for roughly 40 WCSD students. BOCES and most districts continue to face a bus driver shortage and recruitment efforts continue. J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, L. Dioguardi seconded to approve the 2022-2023 Monroe #1 BOCES Transportation contract. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. 2022-2023 BOCES Technology Lease Approval Mr. Freeman highlighted key areas in the new three year technology lease. Wireless access points are being replaced due to the technology changes. It will take a full year for replacement. J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, C. Roods seconded to approve the BOCES Technology Lease. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Consent Agenda: J.Birdsong-Ng motioned, C. Roods seconded to accept the consent agenda recommended for approval by the Superintendent including: Minutes: June 7, 2022 Regular Business meeting, June 14, 2022 Workshop, June 21, 2022 Executive Session, June 24, 2022 Special Meeting, Personnel Actions including: Amended Certified Probationary, Certified Regular Substitute, Classified Appointments, Adjustments, Additional Assignments, Leaves of
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Absence, Resignations-Appointed to new position, Retirements, Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education Meetings for 2021-2022: Annual Review Meetings, Annual/Re-eval Meetings, Initial Eligibility Determination Meetings, Program Reviews, Amendment-Agreement No Meetings, Requested Review Transfer Student, 2022-23 Annual Review Meetings, Annual/Re-eval. Meetings, Recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education Meetings, CSE Appointments for 2022-2023, District Organization chart 2022-2023, Coop Bids: Fine Paper Supply, Athletic Supplies, Lunch Paper and Plastic Supplies. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. Visitor Speaking Time Mandy Kresge requested that the district build a 12:1:1 and 15:1:1 program at both Willink and Thomas that would be inclusive for her child and others and enable them to remain in their catchment. David Ruiz congratulated new board members, thanked Mr. Neenan for his congratulatory remarks in the newsletter and requested to have the vote result tapes displayed for candidates to see the results. Jennifer Fonseca congratulated board members, spoke about her son’s experience and hopes the district can help with Ms. Kresge’s request, a reminder that the board is here to understand the community, recommendations for improvements at board workshops, data on the growth of students and to speak with someone about helping the community more. Adjournment L. Dioguardi motioned, J. Birdsong-Ng seconded to adjourn the meeting. Vote: Yes: 7; No: 0. The Regular meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Cynthia Cushman Cynthia Cushman District Clerk All documents that are duly made a part of these minutes are kept in a supplemental file that corresponds with the date of this meeting.
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