Council Rock School District Bucks County, Pennsylvania Newtown, Pennsylvania Thursday, June 6, 2013

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1 Council Rock School District Bucks County, Pennsylvania Newtown, Pennsylvania Thursday, June 6, 2013 MINUTES Public Meeting of the Board of School Directors I. Call to Order Mrs. Wendi Thomas, President presided over the public monthly meeting of the Council Rock Board of School Directors. She convened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Chancellor Center, 30 N. Chancellor Street, Newtown, PA. The meeting was recorded by the Council Rock School District and was broadcast live in all five municipalities. The following individuals were present: School Board Mrs. Wendi Thomas, President Mrs. Kyle McKessy, Vice President Mr. Richard Abramson, Esquire Dr. Paul Anagnostakos Mr. Robert Donnelly Dr. Bill Foster (8:22 p.m.) Mr. Jerold Grupp Mrs. Bernadette Heenan Mrs. Patricia C. Vaccaro-Sexton Mr. Mark Klein, Superintendent Mrs. Charlotte I. Walter, CEOE, Secretary Derek J. Reid, Esquire - Solicitor Staff: Mr. Barry Desko, Director of Secondary Education Mrs. Joy McClendon, Director of Elementary Education/Curriculum Services Mr. Robert Reinhart, Director of Business Affairs & Board Treasurer Dr. Charles Lambert, Director of Special Services Ms. N. Christine Trioli, Director of Human Resources Mr. Matthew Frederickson, Director of Information Technology Mr. Doug Taylor, Supervisor of Facilities II. Routine Actions Following the Pledge of Allegiance led by students James Dufy, Rachael Cook, Harry Green, Nick Desautelle, Lyric Scott, Joey Willenbucher, Isabelle Taber and Jacqueline Liu from Sol Feinstone Elementary School s String Ensemble played the National Anthem. They were led by Mrs. Bovasso. Secretary Walter called the roll call and reported that all board members were in attendance. Superintendent s Report Mr. Klein introduced Council Rock Education Foundation 2013 Co-Presidents Mrs. MacGahan and Mrs. Scarpa, along with Suzanne Wray, Executive Director of CREF who listed the following grant award recipients: Amy Baxter & Suzanne Loftus Council Rock Schools District Wide AAC Parent Support Group Veronica Yankovich (accepted by Betsy Urban) Newtown Elementary Going for the Goals James Biglan (accepted by Joy Reinstein) Council Rock High School-North Makerbot 3D bout 3DL Printer and Cutting Laura Follmer Holland Elementary Mobile Catalog and 2st Century Literacy Project Jason Carr Newtown Middle School Multimedia Interactive Fitness Patty Wargo & Sarah Huskin Council Rock High School-North No Place for Hate Martha Taylor Council Rock High School-South Reflecting Hope 9-11 Sculpture Garden Project Thomas Range Sloan School Digital Reflection Books Lauren Cerra Rolling Hills Elementary Strum Along in Circle and Song Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 1

2 Gail Reinhart Maureen M. Welch Elementary Trout in the Classroom John Lyzinski Council Rock High School-South Inquiry Based Physics Labs Stacey Gould & Renee Devlin Council Rock Schools District Wide You Be the Chemist Challenge (the 2013 Robert H. Winters Memorial Grant recipient) CREF also granted $ to Renee Devlin and the Council Rock Green Team as part of our Electronics Recycling Program partnership. Mr. Klein congratulated the following 43 retirees of the Council Rock staff that are retiring from service at the end of this school year. These 43 retirees represent 1,043 years of service to our students and the Council Rock community. On behalf of the Council Rock Board of School Directors and our entire school community, I want to thank each of our retirees for their service to our schools and our children. We wish you well as you begin this new journey. Recognition of 2013 Retirees Karen Altman Teacher-World Language CRHS-North 4 years Abby Applebaum School Psychologist MMWES 12 years Kathleen Barbato Special Ed. Teacher SFES 15 years Miriam Blum Teacher MMWES 27 years Nancy Branca Teacher RES 28 years Susan Burdette T. Asst. NMS 15 years Robin Eichelberger Art Teacher HMS 40 years Denise Fitzpatrick T. Asst/Special Ed. RHE 23 years Sharon Forte Teacher WES 38 years Olga Frisch Café Aide RHES 16 years Debra Gniewek Librarian CRHS-South 12 years Nancy Gregory Security Guard CRHS-North 25 years Frank Grimes Teacher CRHS-North 41 years Carole Harris Science Teacher CRHS-North 36 years Diane Hough Class IV Secretary CRHS-North 26 years Betsy Hughes Special Ed. Teacher NMS 25 years John Kirk Teacher MMWES 35 years Joy Linder Reinstein Art Teacher HCES 40 years Charlene Lindsey Certified School Nurse RMS 12 years Ellen Lyng Spec. Ed. Teacher CRHS-North 14 years Valerie A. Maugle Spec. Ed. Teacher SFES 26 years Kathie McByrne Spec. Ed Teacher HMS 37 years Judy McLaughlin Spec. Ed Teacher CRHS-North 28 years Kathleen Minissale T. Asst./Special Ed. MMWES 9 years Kaye Otto T. Asst./Special Ed. HMS 24 years Frances Penn Staff Nurse RMS 10 years Geralyn Peterson PE/Health Teacher NMS 30 years Marsha Pettinato Class IV Secretary CC 17 years Teresa Plumer Teacher MMWES 22 years Cheryl Price Teacher NMS 32 years Kathi Quinn Teacher HES 22 years Diane Rodgers Teacher SFES 25 years Barbara Sandstrom School Nurse HMS 24 years Ellen Short Asst. Principal CRHS-North 38 years Jill Shurtleff Administrator CRHS-South 36 years Nancy Sides Teacher HMS 28 years Naomi Simon Secretarial Support CRHS-South 17 years Cristina Sullivan Teacher World Lang. CRHS-South 18 years Mary Anne Swan Administrative Asst. CC 14 years Linda Turk Instructional Support Teacher SFES 14 years Peggy Walsh Coord/Teacher CRHS-North 25 years Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 2

3 Frank Walther Math Teacher RMS 31 years Janet Whittaker Spec. Ed. Teacher HCES 25 years In preparation for the close of school, parents should mark June 19 th on their calendar. This is the last day of school and a half-day of school for all students. Graduation for the class of 2013 will take place that day beginning at 4:00 p.m. at Council Rock North and 6:30 p.m. at Council Rock South. Lockheed Martin Grant Once again, Lockheed Martin awarded to the Council Rock School District s Science Department a $1,000 grant for science programs. This year the funds enabled a select group of 8 th grade students to visit the Lockheed Martin facility in Newtown and participate in their Career Day. The students learned how various science degrees are used to do exciting work in the field of science. These funds also help to make many of the activities of our District 4 th Grade Science Night possible. Science Night consists of more than a dozen classrooms filled with hands on activities and demonstrations that energize our young students and get them talking about science with their families. We are truly thankful for Lockheed Martin s outreach programs and funding. These initiatives benefit our students and school community in so many ways. Science Night Over 250 students, 40 high school volunteers and 36 teachers participated in the Annual CR Science Night at Council Rock South last week. This event is directed by the Council Rock School District s Science Coordinator, Renee Devlin, and is targeted to fourth grade students and their parents. Dow Chemical participated and ran a room on Peculiar Polymers. Lockheed Martin (facilitated by Bob Lombardi, CR-S alumni) ran a room on satellites. Tyler Park Ranger, Bonnie Tobin, ran a room on animal pelts. Ziggy Gutekunst (a parent from Maureen M. Welch community and owner of Hidden Reef) II, brought a plethora of unique animals --- you would have thought you were at the Baltimore Aquarium. Thank you to parents, students, community members for volunteering their time last week to present another very successful Science Night. Relay for Life the first Relay for Life in Council Rock is scheduled for Saturday, June 8 th in the Walt Snyder Stadium at Council Rock High School-North. Registration begins at 8:00 AM and the event begins at 9:00 AM. For your information, you can visit CR Teacher Recognition Program Looking for a way to thank and recognize a teacher or staff member who has made a difference in your child s life this year? Consider honoring them with a contribution to the Council Rock Education Foundation. Through the Foundation/s Teacher/Staff Recognition Program, you can designate the teacher(s)/staff member(s) you wish to recognize and a beautiful, student designed card with a personal message from you will be sent to each staff member acknowledging your gift and appreciation for their efforts. To learn more about this program, download an application, or donate online, visit the Foundation website at creducationalfoundation.org or pick up a form in any Council Rock school. All donations are tax-deductible and are invested back into Council Rock classrooms to support innovative educational programs for our students. Public Comment John Rasiej from Wrightstown Township reported that the public was not aware of the budget; no hyperlink on the crsd.org website. He shared concern over the board keeping too much in the fund balance. III. Items for Approval 1. Approval of the Final Budget for the Council Rock School District Mr. Reinhart BA SUM/MEM The Administration recommends approval of the Fiscal Year budget and PDE % appropriate resolutions as contained in the attachments listed. Consistent with GASB PDE % Statement 54, the Administration recommends the Establishment of Committed Fund PDE % Balances as contained in the list attached. BA RES 0.81% BA RES 1.30% BA RES 1.70% BA MEMFundBal Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 3

4 Following much discussion, Dr. Foster moved, seconded by Mr. Grupp, passed with a roll call vote (6/3) as listed below, for approval of the Council Rock School District Fiscal Year Budget and Tax resolution with a tax increase of 1.3% increase and millage increase of 1.46% (see attached tax resolution): Aye Mr. Abramson Mr. Donnelly Dr. Foster Mr. Grupp Mrs. Heenan Mrs. Sexton Nay Mrs. Thomas Mrs. McKessy Dr. Anagnostakos 1.3% Increase in Millage Rate Council Rock School District Budget Resolution, Tax Resolution Real Estate Tax Installment Payment Plan Resolution, Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion Resolution RESOLVED: 1. That the budget, as proposed at the meeting of the Board of School Directors, held June 6, 2013, in the amount of $207,278,974, be and the same is hereby finally adopted as the Annual Budget of the Council Rock School District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013, adjusted, as necessary, to reflect the millage levied hereafter. 2. That the necessary revenues for the same shall be provided by sources including the following taxes: a). The one percent (1%) Real Estate Transfer Tax, as adopted by a resolution passed November, 1986; the 400 mill Occupation Tax, as adopted by resolution on June 19, 1997; the $10.00 Personal Tax, as adopted by resolution passed on June 26, 1973; the one percent (1%) Earned Income/Net Profits Tax, as adopted by resolution on June 20, 1994; and the Occupational Privilege Tax of $10.00, as adopted by resolution on June 20, all pursuant to Local Tax Enabling Act. No. 511, approved December 13, 1965, and which continue in force on a fiscal year basis without change in rate pursuant to said Act; and b). $5.00 Per Capita Tax, Real Estate Tax, and Real Estate Tax on new construction - all as provided for in the Public School Code of 1949, as amended; c). Payments pursuant to Public Utilities Realty Act No. 66, effective March 10, That the $5.00 per capita tax be and the same is hereby levied upon each resident or inhabitant eighteen (18) years of age and older within the District. 4. That a tax be and the same is hereby levied on all real estate within the Council Rock School District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2013, at a rate of mills or $11.40 per $ of assessed value of all property taxable for school purposes within the District. WHEREAS, pursuant to the budget of the Council Rock School District enacted for the school year , a tax on all real estate, including construction after July 1, 2013, has been levied. RESOLVED, that the Board of Assessment Appeals is hereby directed to inspect and reassess all taxable property in the Council Rock School District which lies in the Township of Newtown, the Township of Northampton, the Township of Upper Makefield, the Township of Wrightstown, and the Borough of Newtown, on which there has been any new construction after July 1, 2013, and give notice as provided by law, particularly Act of Assembly No. 191, July 1, RESOLVED, that a plan is adopted providing an option for installment payment of real estate taxes on approved homestead and farmstead property pursuant to the Taxpayer Relief Act (Act 1 of 2006) as follows: Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 4

5 Real Estate Tax Installment Payment Plan (for approved homestead and farmstead property real estate tax) 1. Installment Payment Dates: A taxpayer electing the installment payment option may pay the real estate tax in three (3) equal installment payments of one-third (1/3) of the full tax amount. The installments are due on or before August 31, October 15 and November 30 of the year in which the tax is levied. Any installment not paid in full by these dates is delinquent. 2. Taxpayer Election of Installment Payment Option. Payment of the first installment in full by August 31 will constitute taxpayer election to pay tax in installments. Installment payment is permitted only if the taxpayer elects by paying the first installment payment in full by August 31. If the taxpayer fails to pay the first installment payment by August 31, the taxpayer may nevertheless elect to pay tax in installments by paying on or before October 15 the delinquent first installment payment together with a penalty in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the amount of the installment, and paying the second installment payment in full. If the taxpayer fails to meet this requirement, the full amount of the real estate tax is due on or before October 31, and the real estate tax is delinquent if not paid in full on or before October No Discount. No discount applies to installment payments. 4. Penalty on Delinquent Installments. If a taxpayer makes the first installment payment by August 31 and fails to pay in full any subsequent installment by the installment due date, the installment not paid by the due date is delinquent, and a penalty will be added to the tax in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the amount of the installment not paid by the installment due date, without regard to any partial payment of the installment. 5. Ineligibility. A taxpayer who is delinquent by more than ten (10) days on all installment payments is ineligible for the installment payment option in the following school year. 6. Effective Date. This plan will become effective July 1, 2013, and will continue in effect thereafter for real estate taxes levied for the school year beginning July 1, 2013, and for real estate levied for future years, until amended or repealed. RESOLVED, that homestead and farmstead exclusion real estate tax assessment reductions are authorized for the school year beginning July 1, 2013, under the provisions of the Homestead Property Exclusion Program Act (part of Act 50 of 1998) and the Taxpayer Relief Act (Act 1 of 2006), as follows: 2013 Homestead and Farmstead Exclusions Resolution 1. Aggregate amount available for homestead and farmstead real estate tax reduction. The following amounts are available for homestead and farmstead real estate tax reduction for the school year beginning July 1, 2013: a). Gambling tax fund. The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has notified the School District that PDE will pay to the School District during the school year pursuant to Act 1, 53 P.S (b), as a property tax reduction allocation funded by gambling tax funds in the amount of $3,841, b). Philadelphia tax credit reimbursement funds. PDE has notified the School District that PDE will pay to the School District during the school year pursuant to Act 1, 53 P.S (3), as reimbursement for Philadelphia tax credits claimed against the School District earned income tax for School District resident taxpayers, the amount of $1,262, c). Other sources. $14, of undistributed funds will be available during the school year of real estate reduction from other sources. Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 5

6 d). Aggregate amount available. Adding these amounts, the aggregate amount available during the school year for real estate tax reduction is $5,118, Homestead/farmstead numbers. Pursuant to Act 50, 54 PA C.S. 8584(i), and Act 1, 53 P.S (g)(3), the County has provided the School District with a certified report listing approved homesteads and approved farmsteads as follows: a). Homestead property number. The number of approved homesteads within the School District is 20,479. b). Farmstead property number. The number of approved farmsteads within the School District is 43. c). Homestead/farmstead combined number. Adding these numbers, the aggregate number of approved homesteads and approved farmsteads is 20, Real estate tax reduction calculation. The school board has decided that the homestead exclusion amount and the farmstead exclusion amount shall be equal. Dividing the paragraph 1(d) aggregate amount available during the school year for real estate tax reduction of $5,118, by the paragraph 2(c) aggregate number of approved homesteads and approved farmsteads of 20,522 (before considering the assessed value of approved homesteads and approved farmsteads having an assessed value below the preliminary calculation of the maximum real estate assessed value to be established as the homestead and farmstead exclusion amount), the preliminary calculation of the maximum real estate tax reduction amount applicable to each approved homestead and to each approved farmstead is $ Based on calculations provided by the School District Business Office from the best available information and carefully evaluated by the School Board, considering the assessed value of approved homesteads and approved farmsteads having an assessed value below the preliminary calculation of the maximum real estate assessed value reduction amount to be established as the homestead exclusion and the farmsteads exclusion amount, an additional aggregate amount of $0 will be available during the school year for real estate tax reduction applicable to approximately 20,525 homesteads and farmsteads, resulting in an additional real estate tax reduction amount available for each homestead and farmstead of $0. Adding this additional amount to the preliminary calculation of the maximum real estate tax reduction amount of $249.36, the final maximum real estate tax reduction amount applicable to each approved homestead and to each approved farmstead is $ Homestead exclusion calculation. Dividing the paragraph 3 maximum real estate tax reduction amount of $ by the School District real estate tax rate of mills, the maximum real estate assessed value reduction to be reflected on tax notices as a homestead exclusion for each approved homestead exclusion for each approved homestead is $2,187, and the maximum real estate assessed value reduction to be reflected on tax notices as a farmstead exclusion for each approved farmstead is $2, Homestead/farmstead exclusion authorization July 1 tax bills. The tax notice issued to the owner of each approved homestead within the School District shall reflect a homestead exclusion real estate assessed value reduction equal to the lesser of (a) the County-established assessed value of the homestead, or (b) the paragraph 4 maximum real estate assessed value reduction of $2,187. The tax notice issued to the owner of each approved farmstead within the School District shall reflect an additional farmstead exclusion real assessed value reduction equal to the lesser of: (a) the Countyestablished assessed value of the farmstead, or (b) the paragraph 4 maximum real estate assessed value reduction of $2,187. For purposes of this Resolution, approved homestead and approved farmstead shall mean homesteads and farmsteads listed in the report referred to in paragraph 2 above and received by the School District from the County Assessment Office on or before May 1 pursuant to Act 1, 53 P.S (g)(3), based on homestead/farmstead applications filed with the County Assessment Office on or before March 1. This paragraph 5 will apply to tax notices issued based on the initial tax duplicate used in issuing initial real estate tax notices for the school year, which will be issued on or promptly after July 1 and will not apply to interim real estate tax bills. Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 6

7 The Secretary of the School District shall send certified copies of this resolution to the Board of Assessment Appeals, the Tax Collectors to whom duplicates have been certified, and any such other persons as may be concerned. This certifies that the Budget Resolution, Tax Resolution Real Estate Tax Installment Payment Plan Resolution, Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion Resolution were approved by the Board of School Directors on June 6, Board Action Date: June 6, 2013 Voting: Aye 6 Nay: 3 Abstentions: 0 Absent: 0 Charlotte I. Walter, Board Secretary Council Rock School District (SEAL) 2. Approval of Visitor Management Software Raptor Alert Monitoring Service SO AGR The Administration recommends the approval of the Raptor Alert Monitoring Service Agreement. The Raptor System is a web based software system that will augment our visitor monitoring system in schools. Visitors who seek access to schools will swipe their identification, usually a driver s license, through a computer system provided by Raptor. That visitor access will then be logged through the system and a visitor identification badge will be issued. The school will have a record, then, of visitor access. The system has been tested at Richboro Middle School. A team of Administrators and school staff reviewed three different systems and Raptor was our unanimous recommendation. The initial license cost is $27,000 which includes the software license and the hardware used to implement the system. The ongoing license cost, thereafter, is $7,200 a year. Mr. Grupp moved, seconded by Mr. Donnelly, passed unanimously with a roll call vote for approval of the Raptor Alert Monitoring Service Agreement at a total cost not to exceed $27,000 as contained in the attachment listed, subject to audit. Note: Dr. Foster appeared at the meeting at 8:22 p.m. due to family business and passed for voting purposes. 3. Approval of the Middle Bucks Institute of Technology Resolution SO MEM/RES The Administration recommends the approval of the Middle Bucks Institute of Technology Resolution to issue new bonds Series of The purpose of the transaction is for MBIT to replace 9 transformers original to the building from 1969, to replace HVAC units not addressed in the renovation project, and to replace room environmental controls and upgrade environmental control software. Mrs. Heenan moved, seconded by Dr. Foster, passed with a roll call vote, and noted that Mr. Grupp was the sole nay vote for approval of the Middle Bucks Institute of Technology Resolution to issue new bonds series of Approval of the Addendum to the KLC Agreement EL MEM/ADD EL ADD/ In , Council Rock & Knowledge Learning Corporation (KLC) opened two morning kindergarten enrichment programs in our schools. Council Rock leased classroom space to KLC and they staffed and equipped the space for the enrichment program. One program was located at Newtown Elementary School and a second program was located at Maureen M. Welch Elementary School. Both of those programs filled to capacity in a short time. Both have been valuable additions to the stream of services we offer to Kindergarten parents. Council Rock, through the master agreement with KLC, realized over $20,000 in revenue from the lease of school space to KLC for these programs. The addendum to the agreement, as presented, allows KLC Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 7

8 and Council Rock to open additional school sites for this enrichment program. Based on registration and wait lists, there is a need to open more enrichment programs in the district. Following much discussion, Mr. Donnelly moved, seconded by Mrs. McKessy, passed with a roll call vote, and noted that Mr. Grupp was the sole nay vote, for approval of the addendum to the Agreement with Knowledge Learning Corporation, (KLC) as contained in the Attachment noted, subject to solicitor s review. 5. Blended Schools Contract Mr. Desko CU AGR The Administration recommends the approval of the Blended Schools Contract for seat licenses for Virtual Learning Classes as contained in the attachment noted above. Mrs. McKessy moved, seconded by Dr. Anagnostakos, passed unanimously with a roll call vote, for approval of the Blended Schools Contract as contained in the attachment, at a cost not to exceed $11,092.00, subject to audit and solicitor s approval. Note: Mr. Reid reported that many times when requesting escrow software, we may come upon resistance from the company. 6. Board Room Sound System IT MEM/BID Bid #13-29 Sound Amplification Equipment and Configuration Description: Amplification system, controls, commissioning and configuration for sound system for school board meetings. Vendor/Award: Part One, equipment, Washington Professional Systems, $10, part Two, installation, commission and configuration. Starlight Digital Media, $ Mr. Grupp moved, seconded by Mr. Donnelly, passed by unanimous consent, for approval of the award for Sound Amplification Equipment and Configuration Bid #13-29 Part One Equipment to Washington Professional Systems at a total cost of $10,059.00, subject to audit, subject to solicitor s review..and, Also to approve the award for Sound Amplification Equipment and Configuration Bid #31-29 Part Two Installation, Commissioning and Configuration to Starlight Digital Media at a total cost of $1,717.00, subject to audit and solicitor s review. 7. Approval of Bids Bid #13-04 Physical Education Supplies BA BID Description: Physical Education Supplies for the School year Vendor(s)Award(2): 7 Vendors listed in the Total Low Acceptable Column/ $25, Bid #13-05 Medical & Athletic Medical Supplies BA BID Description: Medical & Athletic Medical Supplies for the School Year Vendor(s) Award(s): 10 Vendors Listed in the Total Low Acceptable Column / $52, Bid #13-18 Fitness Equipment Service BA BID Description: Preventive Maintenance on Fitness Equipment located at CRHS North and South for a three year contract ( , and school years). Vendor/Award: Exertech (Powersmith, Inc.) / $7, (for three year contract) Mrs. Sexton moved, seconded by Mrs. McKessy, passed by unanimous consent, for approval of the award for Physical Education Supplies Bid #13-04 to the vendors listed in the Total Low Acceptable Column, at a total cost not to exceed $25,479.44, subject to audit and solicitor s review.and, For approval of the award for Medical & Athletic Medical Supplies Bid #13-05 to the vendors listed in the Total Low Acceptable Column, at a total cost not to exceed $52,437.56, subject to audit and solicitor s review..and, Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 8

9 For approval of the award for Fitness Equipment Service Three Year Contract for school years , , to Exertech (Powersmith, Inc.) at a total cost not to exceed $7,500.00, subject to audit and solicitor s review. Note: Mrs. Heenan was temporarily absent for the voting of bids. 8. Approval of Agreement of Lease to Purchase - Mr. Taylor FA MEM/Quote/AGR The Administration recommends the approval of the Agreement of Lease to Purchase for employee owned maintenance equipment to the Council Rock School District for their regular use as district maintenance equipment and accessories. Mr. Abramson moved, seconded by Mr. Grupp, passed with Mr. Abramson being the sole nay vote, for approval of the Agreement of Lease to Purchase for employee owned equipment to the Council Rock School District for a total cost of $44, as outlined in the attachments and subject to audit and solicitor s review. 9. Approval of Re-Bid #13-28 Walt Snyder Stadium Bleacher Coating Project Mr. Taylor FA Bid/AGR Mrs. Heenan moved, seconded by Mrs. McKessy, passed unanimously with a roll call vote, for approval to award Walt Snyder Stadium Bleacher Coating Re-Bid #13-28 Coating Bid Contract No. 1 General Construction to D & A Masonry at a base bid total cost not-to-exceed $185, (Bases Bid), subject to audit and solicitor s review. Note: Mrs. McKessy was temporarily absent for the vote on this item. 10. Approval of Technology for Board Members Mr. Grupp Mr. Grupp moved, seconded by Mr. Donnelly, for approval to direct the Administration to provide Board members, when beginning either a new elected or (or in the case of replacement board members) appointed term, with a Wi-Fi enabled tablet computer (either ipad or similar device), with which to access Board Docs and review, write and edit and other documentation as necessary to perform their role as a school board director. The tablet, while provided to the board member, remains the property of the Council Rock School District, and is to be returned to the district at the conclusion of their elected (or appointed) term. Following extensive discussion and Mr. Reid s security concern, this motion was tabled by Mr. Grupp and seconded by Mr. Donnelly and passed unanimously with a roll call vote, for approval of tabling this item. IV. Committee Reports Academic Standards Committee Mrs. McKessy reported that there will not be a meeting scheduled for June, Facilities Committee Mr. Taylor gave a summary of the May 30 th meeting, as listed below. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 6:00 Chancellor Center: Energy Management update Reviewed Performance Report ending March, Reviewed Demand Response Curtailment process (June 1 through September 30, 2013). Reviewed Demand Response earning estimate (CRSD paid $41,000 to date for our involvement in the EnerNOC Demand Response program). Provided a construction progress update on Holland ES Additions and Renovations project. Construction is ahead of schedule, the steel framing at the final classroom addition just completed. Provided an overview of the furniture required for Holland ES propose to be provided by PEMCOI similar to the Churchville project. Provided an update on the Goodnoe ES Additions and Renovations and Development and Permits process The contractors for the Goodnoe ES Additions and Renovations project have been issued the Notice to Proceed and have completed all required preconstruction meetings (Design Team, Bucks County Conservation District and the Newtown Township). The Comprehensive Master Planning Process is moving forward. The Building Capacity Study for the ES s is complete, two of the three MS s have been visited and the final MS and two HS will be completed the week of June 10, Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 9

10 An update was provided for the Capital Improvement Projects (Seal Coating and Floor Replacement projects) The Electrical Capacity Study is in progress for the Sol Feinstone and Wrightstown ES s by Reynolds Consulting Engineers. The Masonry Investigations Report prepared by D Huy Engineering, Inc. was distributed to the board members. The Secure Entry Designs for the CRHS-North and Sol Feinstone ES were reviewed. The CRHS North project is moving forward. A Milestone Schedule and Budget Update will be provided for discussion at the June 27 th Facilities Committee meeting. Provided an update on the completion of the disposal of the furniture, fixtures and equipment that was stored in containers at LSAC and at the Newtown Bus Garage. The District is in the process of disposing of electronic waste in coordination with the IT department, Principals and E-Waste Experts. Preparation for the year old program at the LSAC was discussed. The next Facilities Committee Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 27, 2013 at Historic Classroom/Chancellor Center starting at 6:00 p.m. Finance Committee - Dr. Foster reported that budget was the main focus plus the fund balance. He shared the discussion about the possible per capita and occupation tax elimination. The next meeting will be scheduled for Thursday, June 27, 2013 immediately following the Facilities Committee meeting. BCIU Mrs. Sexton reported that the next meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2013 at 7:00 BCIU. MBIT Mrs. Heenan reported that the next meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2013 at MBIT. V. Public Comment John Rasiej from Wrightstown Township reported on concerns he had relative to the approved budget and the fund balance. He shared how he resented how his opening comments tonight were construed. This was a deliberate attempt to to deny public comments. VI. VII. Solicitor s report Mr. Reid, Esquire reported that an executive session was held prior to this meeting for discussion relative to a special litigation matter and purchase of real estate. Board Comments Dr. Anagnostakos reported he will not be able to attend the 2013 graduation ceremonies. Condolences were extended to Dr. Foster s family whose father recently passed away. Dr. Foster thanked the board and public for their kindnesses and donations during this difficult time. Having no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Charlotte I. Walter, CEOE Secretary to the Board of School Directors Minutes 2013_06_06 Page 10