Dumont Board of Education October 18, 2018 Regular Meeting

Dumont Board of Education October 18, 2018 Regular Meeting A. Open Public Meeting Act: President Karen Valido convened the public meeting at 7:00 p.m. reading the Open Public Meeting Act: Adequate notice of this meeting was provided as specified in the Open Public Meeting Act. Notice of this meeting was contained in the public legal notice, which was sent to the record on September 28, 2018. A notice was also posted, outside the office of the Dumont Board of Education in a place reserved for such announcement. Flag Salute took place. In attendance were: Robert DeWald Sandra Fernandez Richard Healy Scott Miller Absent: John Kohlberger Jeffrey Pollack Theresa Riva Karen Valido (arrived at 7:09 p.m.) Kevin Cartotto Emanuele Triggiano Janice Worner Approval of Board Minutes: It was moved by Dr. Pollack, seconded by Mrs. Riva that the Dumont Board of Education approve the minutes from August 23, 2018 Work Session/Regular Meeting and Executive Session, September 13, 2018 Work Session and Executive Session and September 20, 2018 Regular meeting and Executive Session. Motion was unanimously approved. B. Finance: It was moved by Mrs. Fernandez, seconded by Mrs. Riva that the Dumont Board of Education approve Finance Agenda Items B1-B7. 1. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept the October 31, 2018 bill list in the amount of $4,230,590.28. 2. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent approve the September 30, 2018 Appropriation Transfer Report as attached. 3. Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11, the Dumont Board of Education certifies that as of September 30, 2018, after review of the secretary s monthly financial report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of our knowledge no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11 and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. AND MOVE that the Dumont Board of Education accept the report of the board secretary and cash reconciliation report for the month of 1

September 2018, which are in agreement as indicated below and are available in the board office of the district: Report of the Secretary For the Month Ending September 30, 2018 Beginning Cash Receipts Cash Payments Ending Cash Balance this month this month Cash Balance General Fund $9,562,646.31 $4,380,773.78 $4,018,905.02 $9,924,515.07 Special Revenue -103,412.76-0- 8,358.58-111,771.34 Capital Projects -0- -0- -0- -0- Debt Service 761,587.59 5,529.00 176,025.00 591,091.59 Total All Funds $10,220,821.14 $4,386,302.78 $4,203,288.60 $10,403,835.32 4. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, approve the September 2018 Revenue and Appropriation Transfer Reports as attached, amending the 2018-19 School District Budget for Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Title I 2017-18 Carryover Funds in the amount of $27,621.00. 5. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept and approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Dumont Board of Education is a member of the Educational Data Services Cooperative Pricing System; AND WHEREAS, the Educational Data Services Cooperative Pricing System accepted and awarded contracts for IP Integration Services including security systems, software and panic alarms to New Era Technology, Little Falls, New Jersey for the term of December 1, 2017 thru November 30, 2018; WHEREAS, this contract is in full compliance with all state and federal statutes and regulations; in particular, New Jersey Title 18A:18. et.seq, NJAC Chapter 23, and Federal Uniform Administrative Requirements 2CFR, Part200. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, based on the recommendation of the superintendent, that the board authorize the business administrator to enter into a contract with New Era Technology to provide and install additional door monitoring sensors as part of the emergency mass notification system at Dumont High School and Lincoln School in an amount not to exceed $6,636.73. 6. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, approve the submission of the School Safety and Security Plan Review Statement of Assurance (SOA) form for the 2018-2019 school year. 2

7. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept and approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Dumont Board of Education is a member of the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Cooperative Pricing System; WHEREAS, the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Cooperative Pricing System accepted and awarded contracts for the purchase and Airedale HVAC Units to Midcoast Mechanical Inc., Neptune, NJ for the term of August 25, 2015 thru August 27, 2018; WHEREAS, this contract is in full compliance with all state and federal statutes and regulations; in particular, New Jersey Title 18A:18. et.seq, NJAC Chapter 23, and Federal Uniform Administrative Requirements 2CFR, Part200; WHEREAS, the Dumont Board of Education approved the business administrator to enter into a contract with Midcoast Mechanical Inc. to provide various three (3) four (4) ton and one (1) two (2) ton Airedale Classmate Unit Ventilators the amount of $71,272.50 on July 19, 2019; AND WHEREAS,, the original quotation provided by Midcoast Mechanical Inc. contained a mathematical calculation error; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, based on the recommendation of the superintendent, that the board authorize the business administrator to enter into a contract with Midcoast Mechanical Inc. to provide various three (3) four (4) ton and one (1) two (2) ton Airedale Classmate Unit Ventilators in the revised amount of $80,656.50. Vote was as follows: Yes, Fernandez, Riva, DeWald, Miller, Pollack,Valido, Healy Absent: Kohlberger, Worner C. Policy & Public Relations: a. Policy Discussion: Mr. Triggiano reviewed the results of a survey taken of approximately 12 districts allowing employees who are not district residents to have their children attend the district. Mr. Triggiano noted that several do not allow this practice, some charge 100% of the tuition rate, some charge 50% of the tuition rate and some do not charge any tuition to employees. Mr. Triggiano noted there are approximately 4 students of non-resident employees attending the school district. The board requested time to review the survey results before considering any changes to current policy. b. Middle School Volleyball Program: Mr. Triggiano informed the board that the Athletic Director has had some parental interest in starting a Middle School Volleyball Program. The board felt that these requests should only be considered as part of the budget development process and noted that adding programs could result in the eliminations of another to offset the cost. 3

c. Kathleen Arlin, President of the DEA: requested that copies of approved policies be forwarded to the DEA upon adoption. Mr. Triggiano requested that the DEA request specific policies upon adoption to his office. The board supported this process. It was moved by Dr. Pollack, seconded by Mrs. Riva that the Dumont Board of Education approve Policy and Public Relations Agenda Items C8-C14 and Addendum Item. 8. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, approve the travel expenditures pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12 by district employees and board members as listed on Schedule A. 9. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept the review of initial HIB report as of October 18, 2018. 10. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, affirm a Stipulation of Settlement Agreement with M.A. on behalf of D.A., dated September 3, 2018. 11. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept and approve the following district policies and regulations (second reading and adoption): Policy 5111 Policy 5120 Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students Assignment of Pupils 12. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept and approve the following district policies and regulations (first reading). Policy, Regulation 1613 Regulation 5512 Policy, Regulation 5561 Regulation 5600 Policy 8561 Disclosure and Review of Applicant s Employment History Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying Investigation Procedure (Abolished) Use of Physical Restraint and Seclusion Techniques for Students with Disabilities Student Discipline/Code of Conduct Procurement Procedures for School Nutrition Programs 13. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept and approve the job description for the position of School Nurse. 14.Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept with gratitude a donation of 93 General Mills Box Tops for Education coupons from Vantage Health System, Dumont, NJ, for the district s four elementary schools. 4

Addendum: 1. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, approve and support the previous HIB report presented and reviewed as of October 11, 2018. Vote was as follows: Yes, Pollack,Riva, Fernandez, DeWald, Miller, Valido, Healy Absent: Kohlberger, Worner It was moved by Mrs. Fernandez, seconded by Dr. Pollack that the Dumont Board of Education open the meeting to the public. Motion was unanimously approved. President Valido opened the meeting to the public at 7:12 p.m. Daniel Paolantonio: Recently retired Grant School Head Custodian, thanked the board for the opportunity to work for the Dumont Board of Education for over three decades. Naomi Fox: Stated her support for a Middle School Volleyball program and questioned why the board does not sponsor Project Graduation and noted some of the difficulties the group encounters planning this event. Mr. Cartotto reviewed the legal liability issues with the board sponsoring such an event and Mr. Triggiano requested that Mrs. Fox provide a list of information they would like from the district that can be reviewed with the district risk manager to see what if any support the district could offer. There being no further comments from the public it was moved by Mrs. Fernandez, seconded by Mrs. Riva that the Dumont Board of Education close the meeting to public comment. Motion was unanimously approved. President Valido closed the meeting to the public at 7:24 p.m. It was moved by Mrs. Valido, seconded by Dr. Pollack that the Dumont Board of Education go into Executive Session for Personnel Discussion. President Valido adjourned the meeting at 7:24 p.m. President Valido reconvened the meeting at 8:05 p.m. It was moved by Mrs. Fernandez, seconded by Mrs. Valido that the Dumont Board of Education approve Personnel Agenda Items D1-D15 and Addendum Items. 5

D. Personnel: 1. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept with regret the resignation of Huendy Yadira Arias desilverio, P/T Lunch Aide (Honiss), whose last day of employment was October 16, 2018. 2. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, terminate the employment of Liridon Krkuti, Custodian (DHS), whose last day of employment will be October 15, 2018. 3. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept with regret the resignation of Jenifer Molinaro, Special Education Instructional Aide, whose last day of employment will be October 9, 2018. 4. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept with regret the resignation of Richard Burd as Elementary Sports Advisor, Boys Basketball (Honiss), effective September 20, 2018. 5. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, accept with regret the resignation of Richard Markert as Volunteer Softball Coach, effective September 27, 2018. 6. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ Robyn Abelson for the position of P/T BSI Teacher (Selzer 30 hrs./wk.) effective October 1, 2018, at the approved rate of pay. 7. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ Carol Banicki for the position of Leave Replacement Teacher (Grant - BSI) effective September 27, 2018 through November 20, 2018, at the approved rate of pay. 8. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ the following individuals as P/T Special Education Instructional Aides for the 2018-2019 school year, effective date to be determined, pending completion of the criminal history background check, employment history review, and district paperwork at the indicated hourly rate, each at 27.5 hrs./wk.: Stephanie Pulice Honiss $18.00/hr. Annette Patti Selzer $18.00/hr. 9. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, in collaboration with Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) approve the following students for Field Experience during the 2018-2019 school year pending completion of the criminal history background check and district paperwork: Sara Vasquez Amanda Torres 10. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, in collaboration with Bergen Community College approve the following student for 10 hours of Classroom Observation during the 2018-2019 school year pending completion of the criminal history background check and district paperwork: Anna Smith 6

11. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ the following individuals as Elementary Sports Advisors (Honiss) for the 2018-2019 school year, stipend to be determined pending completion of contract negotiations: Richard Kerber Boys Basketball (Step 1 1/3) Nicholas Chabuel Girls Basketball (Step 1 1/3) 12. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, appoint Michael Farrington, Teacher (DHS) for the position of Volunteer Wrestling Coach for the 2018-2019 school year, effective October 19, 2018. 13. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, in collaboration with Bergen Community College, approve the following student for eight hours of Classroom Observation during the 2018-2019 school year: MacKenzie Leeds 14. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, appoint the following individuals for I&RS positions for the 2018-2019 school year: Tracy McGrory, Co-Coordinator Honiss School Jaclyn Mandile, Coordinator Selzer School 15. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ the following individuals for the position of Substitute Teacher, for the 2018-2019 school year, effective October 19, 2018 pending completion of the employment history review and district paperwork, at the approved rate of pay: David Coleman MacKenzie Leeds Laura Martin Guitta Ibrahim Rebeca Maher Sylvia Schoeppler Addendum: 1. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ Claudio Sutera for the position of Teacher of Music-Instrumental (Honiss), for the 2018-2019 school year, effective October 23, 2018, pending completion of the criminal history background check, employment history review, and district paperwork, at BA Step 1 of the Teachers Salary Guide, salary to be determined upon completion of negotiations (pro-rated for time worked). 2. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ Caron Chiusano for the position of Leave Replacement Teacher (Honiss Art), effective October 22, 2018 through December 31, 2018, pending completion of the criminal history background check, employment history review, and district paperwork, at the approved rate of pay. 3. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ Michael Deloreto for the position of Assistant Softball Coach (Freshman), effective October 19, 2018, at Step 1 of the Coaches Salary Guide, salary to be determined upon completion of negotiations. 7

4. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, rescind the employment contract of Nicholas Apollo, Custodian (DHS), effective October 22, 2018. 5. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ Nicholas Apollo for the position of Lead Night Custodian (Grant), effective October 22, 2018, at Step 4 of the Custodial Maintenance Salary Guide, salary to be determined upon completion of negotiations. 6. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ Emily Rizzo for the position of Special Education Instructional Aide (DHS 27.5 hrs./wk.), for the 2018-2019 school year, effective date to be determined pending completion of the criminal history background check, employment history review, and district paperwork, at the hourly rate of $18.00/hr. 7. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, in collaboration with Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) approve the following student for a non-paid internship during the 2018-2019 school year pending completion of the criminal history background check and district paperwork: Samantha Barkhordari 8. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, employ Anthony Scrazati for the position of Custodian (DHS), effective date to be determined, pending completion of the criminal history background check, employment history review, and district paperwork, at Step 1 of the Custodial Maintenance Salary Guide, salary to be determined upon completion of negotiations. Vote was as follows: Yes, Fernandez, Valido, Pollack,Riva, DeWald, Miller, Healy Absent: Kohlberger, Worner There being no further Old Business or New Business, it was moved by Dr. Pollack, seconded by Mrs. Valido that the Dumont Board of Education adjourn the meeting. Motion was unanimously approved. President Valido adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Kevin Cartotto Board Secretary 8