MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the West Irondequoit Central School District, Town of Irondequoit, Monroe County, New York held Thursday, February 11, 2010, in the Listwood School, 325 List Avenue, Rochester, NY. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: C. Perreaud, M. Burns, S. Crowder, A. Insalaco, R. Schultz, M. Seeley, J. Vay J. Crane, M. K. Herman, L. McGinley, W. Domm, T. Lipke, J. Lisak, M. Falvo, C. Long Visitors: As per the sign-in sheet filed with the supplemental file of the minutes of this meeting. CALL TO ORDER President Perreaud called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. with the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA SED is not releasing the 08-09 School Report Card until Feb. 22 nd. Therefore, if available, the information will be reviewed at the March 4 th study session. The Odyssey of the Mind Field trip has been added. Policies 7240 and 7241 have been removed due to additional information just received. The updated versions will be added to the March 18 th meeting. The Superintendent s Report will follow the acceptance of the minutes. Motion was made by Mrs. Burns, seconded by Mrs. Schultz, to approve the agenda as amended. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES: An addition to Mr. Crane s report regarding the fact that the Board will adhere strictly to Robert s Rule of Order for Discipline will be added to the February 4 th minutes. Upon motion by Mr. Vay, with a second by Mr. Seeley, the following resolution was BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 21, 2010, be accepted and the Study Session of February 4, 2010, be accepted as amended. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Mr. Crane welcomed the student athletes in attendance this evening. Mr. Green explained the process and criteria for earning the Scholar Athlete recognition. Students must have a 90 or above average in their courses to qualify. All fall sports teams qualified this year. Individual coaches were invited to introduce those team members in attendance. The meeting recessed for a brief reception for the athletes at 7:15 p.m. and resumed at 7:30 p.m. Board of Education Audit Committee/Regular Meeting of February 11, 2010 Page 1 of 6
GOOD NEWS Mrs. Insalaco presented the Good News which will be posted on the District s web site. PUBLIC COMMENT Resident Name and Address Len Siebert, 111 Pine Grove Ave. Ann Cunningham, 392 Pine Grove Ave. Ben Bovenzi, 2529 Oakview Dr. Jim Soufleris, 72 Daley Blvd. Carl Pellito, 189 Oakridge Dr. Dawn Soufleris, 72 Daley Blvd. Maria Horton, 25 Wimbledon Rd. Issue/Concern Last study session spirited discussion on respect; respect requires trust. Public comment cut to three minutes in one policy, but another policy still says up to five minutes. Very pleased with the quality of education her children have received. Respect by all residents is necessary. Mr. Ament s false statements, manufacturing rumors, parent intimidation, has hurt this district. Thanked the Board for all their hard work on behalf of our children. (Complete letter attached to the supplemental file of these minutes.) Unverified allegations of the district must stop. He, the student council, and student body have complete and absolute trust in our school board and school leadership. (Complete letter attached to the supplemental file of these minutes.) Wonderful student athlete celebration this evening. Congratulations for the fine job the Board does to make it all happen. Thanked the Board and Leadership for the excellent education his son received, which is why his family moved here. He sees the product paid for by his school taxes. There are parents that are absolutely appalled by what is happening by just a few residents with the negative press, harassment of the Board, and nonsense going on the past few months. Their voices will be heard and will balance the negative comments. Her family moved to the district for the education. This district is run superlatively. Public comment policy was discussed in December. REPORT OF THE STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES Ms. Falvo and Ms. Long discussed current IHS activities: just completed mid-terms, globe dance, Tri-M music society, singing valentines, library availability during the break, and upcoming Adam Milne remembrance basketball game. Board of Education Audit Committee/Regular Meeting of February 11, 2010 Page 2 of 6
They also shared their visit with students at Brookview School who feel their school is perfect! REPORT OF THE TREASURER Upon motion by Mrs. Burns, with a second by Mrs. Crowder, the following resolution was BE IT RESOLVED, that the Treasurer s Report and Financial Statements of December 31, 2009, be accepted as presented. REPORT OF LEADERSHIP STAFF Curriculum Special Education Update Ms. Flood and Mrs. Ryan provided a Special Education update which included classification rate, students in full time, out-of-district programs, SWD graduation rates, and K-12 focus areas related to SWD performance. Personnel Agenda Upon motion by Mrs. Burns, with a second by Mrs. Crowder, the following resolution was BE IT RESOLVED, that the personnel actions, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, be approved as presented. Business Audit Committee No report. Facilities Plan Five-Year Meeting Update A handout was distributed regarding the items that need to be addressed. Committee on Special Education Recommendation of the Committee on Special Education Upon motion by Mr. Vay, with a second by Mrs. Schultz, the following resolution was BE IT RESOLVED, that the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education be approved as presented. Board of Education Audit Committee/Regular Meeting of February 11, 2010 Page 3 of 6
UNFINISHED BUSINESS Acceptance of Extraclassroom Activity Funds Financial Report for Year Ended June 30, 2009 Upon motion by Mr. Seeley, with a second by Mrs. Schultz, the following resolution was BE IT RESOLVED, that the Extraclassrom Activity Funds Financial Report for Year Ended June 30, 2009, be accepted as presented. Approval of SEQRA for Iroquois Boiler Project Upon motion by Mrs. Burns, with a second by Mr. Vay, the following resolution was WHEREAS, on February 11, 2010, the Board of Education of the West Irondequoit Central School District (the School District ) shall consider a local capital project, approved by the voters of the district on May 19, 2009 to expend from the 2009-10 general fund budget, funds to add-on to the current boiler at Iroquois School (SED approved project number 260803 06 0 004 014), and WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the West Irondequoit Central School District is principally responsible for undertaking, funding or approving the proposed action and its anticipated impact is primarily of local significance; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THIS BOARD OF EDUCATION AS FOLLOWS: 1. The West Irondequoit Central School District is hereby designated as lead agency for the proposed action and therefore responsible for determining whether an environmental impact statement is required under the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Department of Environmental Conservation of the State of New York (6 NYCRR Part 617, as amended) promulgated thereunder ( SEQRA ). 2. Based upon the review by the Board of Education of the proposed project, the Board hereby finds that the proposed action constitutes a type II action as such quoted term is defined in SEQRA and, therefore, is not subject to any further review by the School District under SEQRA. A listing of such type II actions is attached hereto. The action consists of routine activities of an educational institution and any improvements to such facilities will be in the nature of replacement, rehabilitation or reconstruction of the facilities in kind, on the same site. 3. A copy of this resolution shall be placed on file in the office of the District Clerk where the same shall be available for public inspection during business hours. This resolution shall take effect immediately. Board of Education Audit Committee/Regular Meeting of February 11, 2010 Page 4 of 6
NEW BUSINESS Field Trip Approval Upon motion by Mrs. Burns, with a second by Mr. Vay, the following resolution was BE IT RESOLVED, that the DECA State Career Conference field trip to the Rochester Convention Center, March 10-12, 2010, with an estimated cost of $450 per student funded from fundraising, DECA Club and families, and the Odyssey of the Mind Competition at SUNY Binghamton, Apr. 3-5, 2010, with an estimated cost per team of $1081 (number of teams TBD), be approved as presented. 2010-2011 Budget Revenues Review Mr. Domm presented the review of revenues, which included a discussion on a plan for reserves/liabilities. Proposed Policies This will be considered the first reading of the following policies. Second reading and adoption will take place at the March 18 th meeting. Policy 6480, Staff-Student Relations (Fraternization) [New] Recommended policy. Policy 8271, Children s Internet Protection Act: Internet Content Filtering/Safety Policy [New] This is a new required policy. REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT Committee Reports/Correspondence Mr. Perreaud As liaison, attended the PTSA honorary life awards to Charlotte Craig; Vandy Humphrey, Laura Wambach. Very proud to sit with this Board of Education team. Mrs. Burns Along with other Board members, attended the MCSBA Legislative breakfast. As liaison, attended the Rogers book fair and breakfast. Mr. Vay As liaison, attended the Brookview talent show. Mrs. Schultz MCSBA Legislative Breakfast last Saturday. Attended WIF grants reviewed. Mr. Seeley Congratulations to C Cardon on his 300 th win. Mr. Crane Asked Mrs. Herman to clarify information referenced in Public Comment regarding minutes and policies. Board of Education Audit Committee/Regular Meeting of February 11, 2010 Page 5 of 6
Mrs. Herman Minutes are not verbatim, nor are they supposed to be. However, they do adhere to the format governed by law. Copies of the drafts of all new or revised policies (which indicate the revisions) are included in the supplemental file for each meeting. The public is welcome to view this file at any time. Policy 1530 was approved at the 12/17/09 meeting. Discussion took place and the minutes state that the revision better reflects the agenda policy. The number of district polices isn t known off hand, but the index alone is 24 pages. Under community relations, Policy 3220, Public Expression at Meetings was inadvertently, not intentionally, overlooked and it is appreciated that this is being brought to our attention. It will be scheduled for revision at the March Regular meeting. Review of Board Study Sessions and Future Meetings Feb. 25 th, Special, District Office at 7:15 a.m. March 4 th, Study Session, Iroquois School, 7:00 p.m. March 18 th, Regular Meeting, District Office, 7:00 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motion by Mrs. Burns, with a second by Mr. Vay, the Board adjourned into Executive Session at 9:14 p.m. to discuss a particular person. The Board returned to open session at 10:07 p.m. A Motion to extend the contract of Jeffrey B. Crane as Superintendent of Schools, pursuant to the terms in Article 1, for one year commencing July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2015 was made by Mr. Vay and seconded by Mrs. Insalaco. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 10:15 p.m. following a motion by Mr. Seeley, with a second by Mrs. Crowder. Respectfully submitted, Mary Kay Herman School District Clerk (Copies of all above-mentioned actions are filed with the supplemental file of the minutes of the meeting.) Board of Education Audit Committee/Regular Meeting of February 11, 2010 Page 6 of 6