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ROBBINSVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION
MONTHLY MEETING
TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2014 – 7:00 PM
RHS STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER
PUBLIC SESSION MINUTES
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Mrs. Carol Boyne, President
Mr. Matthew O’Grady, Vice President
Mrs. Shaina Ciaccio
Dr. Vincent J. Costanza
Mrs. Sharon DeVito
Mrs. Florence Gange
Mr. Thomas Halm, Jr.
Mr. Keith Kochberg
Mr. Matthew O’Grady
Mrs. Faith Silvestrov
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Dr. Steven J. Mayer
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
Dr. Kathleen A. Foster
SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR / BOARD SECRETARY
Mr. Robert DeVita
STUDENT GOVERNMENT PRESIDENT
Emily Kratz
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 1 of 19
ROBBINSVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION
PUBLIC SESSION MINUTES
April 29, 2014
I. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC MEETING
President Carol Boyne called the April 29, 2014 meeting of the Robbinsville Board of Education to
order at 6:01 PM. She read the Statement of Public Meetings and led the flag salute.
I. ROLL CALL
Mrs. Boyne Present Mrs. DeVito Present Mr. Kochberg Present
Mrs. Ciaccio Present Mrs. Gange Absent Mr. O’Grady Present
Dr. Costanza Absent Mr. Halm Absent Mrs. Silvestrov Present
II. MOTION TO CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
On motion of Mr. O’Grady and seconded by Mr. Kochberg, the Board voted 6-0 to enter into
Executive Session at 6:02 PM to discuss the following matters.
A. Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying Monthly Report
B. Negotiations
C. Personnel – Superintendent’s Contract
III. MOTION TO RESUME PUBLIC SESSION
On motion of Mr. O’Grady and seconded by Mrs. Ciaccio, the Board voted 6-0 to resume Public
Session at 7:05 PM.
IV. BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Mrs. Carol Boyne
Mrs. Boyne recognized RHS Freshman Taryn Wilcox and U.S. History Teacher Angel Dolina.
Taryn, a diabetes advocate, gave a presentation detailing her personal story of living with Type I
Diabetes.
The Board recognized Governor’s School candidates Priyanka Singh & Harrison Young. Priyanka
will attend the School of Sciences at Drew University and Harrison will attend the School of
Engineering and Technology at Rutgers University. Congratulations to both!
RHS Athletic Director Curtis Wyers recognized the participants in the RHS winter athletic program
and outstanding athletes.
Mark Dawes – Swim Team – Qualified for and finished 5th in the Mercer County
Championships (100 meter freestyle) / School records in 100, 200, and 500 meter freestyle /
Will swim for Montclair State;
Maria Nitti – Swim Team – Placed 3rd
in 50 meter freestyle and 6th in the 100 meter freestyle in
the Mercer County Championships / Qualified for State Meet of Champions in 50 meter
freestyle / Named 2nd
Team All CVC Girls Swimming by the Trentonian
Eric Hildebrand – Ice Hockey – Named First Team All CVC by the Trentonian
Keith Allen (Allentown) – Ice Hockey – Named First Team All CVC by the Trentonian and
Trenton Times / Will play for Grundy Senators
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 2 of 19
Nick Bossie – Wrestling – District 25 Champion / Region 7 Third Place / NJSIAA State
Qualifier / Will enter the Marine Corp after graduation
Chris Tan – Wrestling – First Team All Area / First Team All CVC / Holds the RHS Wrestling
Record (121 wins) / District 25 Champion / Region 7 Champion / NJSIAA State Third Place /
Will Wrestle for Ursinus College
Tyler Gildner – Wrestling – First Team All Area / First Team All CVC / 101 Career Wins /
District 25 Champion / District 7 Runner-up / NJSIAA State Runner-up / Trentonian Wrestler of
the Year / Will attend Bethune-Cookman on a football scholarship
Rich Gildner – Trentonian and Trenton Times Coach of the Year
Anthony Massi – Basketball – Stevenson Basketball
Connor Tierney – TCNJ Basketball & Track
V. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT – Dr. Steven J. Mayer
Superintendent Steve Mayer reported that the April presentation of Into the Woods, the 2014 RHS
Musical, was phenomenal production.
Assisted by School Business Administrator Bob DeVita, Dr. Mayer provided the 2014-2015 Budget
Presentation after which Board members engaged in a related discussion.
Mrs. Boyne clarified that there is no savings in health care costs for 2014-2015. Rather, because the
renewal rate (15%) was slightly less than budgeted, some may have incorrectly considered this a
savings. She also clarified the term adequacy spending for members of the public, noting that this is
the state’s own definition of the cost of appropriately educating a child in New Jersey. She
reiterated that Robbinsville is funded $6.3 million under adequacy and she noted that the district is
still down 10 FTE from 2010 and is engaged in a multi-year recovery plan.
Other areas of conversation included:
Sidewalk Grants – Mrs. Ciaccio asked if the district would save money by participating. Dr. Mayer
indicated that if buses are eliminated money could be saved.
Camera Funding – Mrs. Ciaccio asked why the security cameras will be funded with Capital Reserve
funds rather than from a loan from the township. Mr. DeVita explained that a loan from the
township obligates the taxpayers to pay back the monies at a higher rate of interest than we are
receiving from having the funds at the bank, therefore costing them more.
Mrs. Boyne thanked Dr. Mayer and Mr. DeVita for the presentation.
VI. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC
DEBBIE BAER
Mrs. Baer affirmed the Board’s frustration with the state funding formula and suggested that
Robbinsville consider sending at least one representative to the State Board meetings held on the
first Wednesday of each month.
RICH YOUNG
Mr. Young asked if the district pays employees to opt out of the health care program asserting that it
may have made sense twenty years ago, but no longer. Mr. DeVita explained that this is a
negotiated item, an incentive that benefits not only employees but the district as well. The opt out
costs the district far less than it would spend if paying for the cost of health care of the spouses and
families. He noted that the cost of opt outs is approximately $329K versus approximately $1.2
million if the district were to pay for family coverage to insure the families of these individuals. April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 3 of 19
VII. SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT – Mr. Robert DeVita
Mr. DeVita reported on the following matters.
Transportation Renewals – The state does not allow renewal rates to exceed 1.7%. Two of the
district’s contractors have indicated that they will not renew at this rate, therefore the district
must rebid their runs.
The district is considering asking the two largest carriers to install GPS systems as an alternate
bid.
Board of Education Openings – There are three open seats this year for three year terms
beginning January 1, 2015. Board packets are on the Mercer County website.
VIII. STUDENT GOVERNMENT REPORT – Emily Kratz
Student Government President Emily Kratz reported on the following matters.
Mr. Armstrong – Teacher of the Month
Sports (Schedule and records to date)
Friends of Rachel – Prom dress drive
Robotics – Won in their division at World Championships in St. Louis
Chorus – All state qualifiers
Student Government elections
Q&A Memorial Race
Rowdy the Raven
IX. MINUTES
On motion of Mrs. Silvestrov and seconded by Mr. O’Grady, the Board voted 6-0 to approve the
minutes of the March 25, 2014 meetings as indicated. Dr. Costanza, Mrs. Gange, and Mr. Halm
were absent.
March 25, 2014 Public Session (Attachment #1)
March 25, 2014 Executive Session
X. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. COMMUNITY RELATIONS – Mrs. Sharon DeVito
Mrs. DeVito reported that the future of the Community Relations Committee is tentative and
that meetings have been suspended. She noted that an information link has been added to all
community eblasts to provide individuals with a way to ask questions and obtain information
pertaining to Robbinsville Schools.
B. EDUCATION, DEVELOPMENT & POLICY – Dr. Kathie Foster
Dr. Foster provided the Education, Development and Policy report from the April 8, 2014
committee meeting. She reported on the following matters.
Sneak Peek – Upcoming technology presentation to take place during the May Board
meeting
Summer Reading 2014 – K-12 lists are nearing finalization / K-5 Summer of Learning Night
to take place on May 19th / Knight of Achievement for Grades 6-8 scheduled for May 20
th /
Summer Reading Kickoff to take place May 31 – June 2
Teen Pep Retreat – For Student Leaders and Advisors – June 2 - June 4
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 4 of 19
Curriculum and Professional Development Update – Calculus Curriculum Guide nearing
completion / June 23 Professional Development Day in planning process
Next meeting – May 13, 2014
C. PERSONNEL – Mr. Keith Kochberg
Mr. Kochberg reported on the following matters discussed during the April 22, 2014 meeting of
the Personnel Committee.
Personnel agenda
Central Registration – Katie Daughenbaugh initiated the central registration process. Dr.
Mayer will create a job description and propose a monetary stipend for the position
Director of Special Education – Committee recommends Rajneed Bajnath
Spring Recruiting – Open positions include 2 K-5 teachers, 1 Supervisor of Humanities (7-
12)
D. FINANCE, FACILITIES, & TRANSPORTATION – Mr. Keith Kochberg
Mr. Kochberg reported on the following matters discussed during the April 23, 2014 committee
meeting.
Construction Update – Change order to purchase filing cabinets for classrooms in new
addition / Game Time to design and install SES playground / B&G Engineering to do site
work preparation for playground / Planning for new furniture for addition
Security Cameras – Cost $361,190 not including servers and switches for 2 week data
storage / Although the Township offered to bond for $300K to assist with paying for the
cameras and only ask us to repay ½ of the debt, the committee decided that since township
residents would be responsible for funding the entire bond, it would be less burdensome for
each taxpayer to pay for the cameras through the Capital Reserve fund and medical savings
Budget Presentation – Revised from tentative budget to reflect Capital Reserve withdrawal
for security cameras / Reduction in banked cap
Transportation – Subscription busing currently under review
Food Service RFP – May 6, 2014
Waiver of Health Benefits – Motion on agenda
Windsor School – Possible full day kindergarten for neighboring district
E. NEGOTIATIONS – Mr. Carol Boyne
Mrs. Boyne reported that the negotiations sessions have been productive.
XI. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC
DEBBIE BAER
Mrs. Baer reiterated her concerns about PAARC and stated that there are many complicating factors
including scheduling. She encouraged the Board to include teachers in the planning.
XII. APPROVAL OF ANNUAL RESOLUTIONS
On motion of Mrs. DeVito and seconded by Mrs. Ciaccio and carried by a vote of 6-0, the
Robbinsville Board of Education voted to approve annual resolutions XII A-E as indicated. Mr.
O’Grady dissented on XII.E.
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 5 of 19
A. ADOPTION OF 2014-2015 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR ROBBINSVILLE PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
Whereas the Robbinsville Board of Education adopted a tentative budget on Thursday, March 6,
2014, to be submitted to the Mercer County Executive Superintendent of Schools for approval,
and whereas the tentative budget was advertised in the legal section of the Trenton Times on
April 26, 2014, and whereas the proposed budget was presented to the public during a hearing
held in the Robbinsville High School on April 29, 2014, and whereas the total amount of the
2014 - 2015 budget is as follows:
General Fund $ 38,902,415
Special Revenue Fund $ 471,942
Debt Service Fund $ 5,765,632
Total Base Budget $ 45,139,989
Be it resolved that the Robbinsville Board of Education adopt the 2014 – 2015 Annual School
Budget as detailed above. Be it further resolved that the following amount to be raised by the
local tax levy for the General Fund is $33,526,643 and Debt Service Fund is $5,269,659 for a
total tax levy of $38,796,302.
Included in budget line 620, Budgeted Withdrawal from Capital Reserve - Excess Costs & Other
Capital Projects, is $708,147 for the following other capital projects: $346,957 to replace the
carpet at Pond Road Middle School and $361,190 to install security cameras at Pond Road
Middle School, Sharon Road Elementary School and Robbinsville High School. The total cost
of these projects is $708,147 which represents expenditures for construction projects that are in
addition to the facilities efficiency standards determined by the Commissioner as necessary to
achieve the core curriculum content standards.
B. BANKED CAP – AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT FOR HEALTH BENEFIT COST
WHEREAS N.J.S.A. 18F-39(e) permits school districts to bank the difference between
the maximum allowable tax levy CAP and the actual amount raised by taxation for use
in any one of the three (3) succeeding budget years; and
WHERAS the Robbinsville Board of Education qualifies for an automatic tax levy
adjustment of $18,829.00 for the increased cost in health benefits; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the amount of the tax levy banked for
future budget use is $18,829.00.
C. APPROVE MAXIMUM EXPENDITURE FOR 2014-2015 TRAVEL
Motion to approve the maximum expenditure for travel for the 2014 – 2015 school year for all
staff and board members is $95,000 in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23B-1.2(b). The
Robbinsville Board of Education also approves that an annual school year threshold of $1,500
per staff member be established for regular business travel where prior Board approval shall not
be required unless this annual threshold for a staff member is exceeded in a given school year.
The Robbinsville Board of Education also certifies that as of April 29, 2014 the district has
expended $63,245.35 for approved travel for staff and board members for the 2013 – 2014
school year.
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 6 of 19
D. APPROVE MAXIMUM EXPENDITURE FOR 2014-2015 PUBLIC RELATIONS &
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Motion to approve the maximum expenditures for the following in accordance with N.J.A.C.
6A:23A-5.2(a) & N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-9.3(c)14:
Architect / Engineer* $ 350,000
Board Attorney $ 90,000
Auditor $ 30,000
School Physician $ 12,400
Public Relations $ 5,000
*Includes contracts approved for the 2012 referendum
E. APPROVE 2015-2016 DISTRICT CALENDAR (Attachment #2)
Motion to approve the district calendar for school year 2015 – 2016.
XIII. APPROVAL OF MONTHLY RESOLUTIONS
A. PERSONNEL (A.1 – 3)
On motion of Mrs. DeVito and seconded by Mrs. Silvestrov and carried by a vote of 6-0, the
Robbinsville Board of Education voted to approve Personnel resolutions XIII A.1-3 as
indicated on pages 17-19.
B. EDUCATION, DEVELOPMENT, & POLICY (B.1 – 5)
On motion of Mrs. Silvestrov and seconded by Mr. Kochberg and carried by a vote of 6-0, the
Robbinsville Board of Education voted to approve Education, Development and Policy
resolutions XIII B.1-5.
1. HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION & BULLYING MONTHLY REPORT
Motion to accept without modification the Superintendent’s Report on Harassment,
Intimidation and Bullying for the period ending April 29, 2014.
2. APPROVE STUDENT TEACHERS – 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
Approve the following individuals to serve as student teachers as indicated.
Name College/University Cooperating Teacher School Semester
Jamie DiLetto Rider Patterson (English) / Rua (SPED) RHS Fall
Tyler O’Neill Rider Krulewicz (Math) / O’Neill (SPED) RHS Fall
Manuel Martinez TCNJ Birch Wilson (Instrumental Band) RHS Spring
Joseph D’Amato Rider Kim Brudner (Grade 5) PRMS Spring
Stephanie Michal Rider Dan Hughes (Grade 6 – Math) PRMS Spring
Kerri Horvath Rider Michael Passafaro (Grade 5) PRMS Spring
Nancy Durie Rider Donna Mayer (Grade 4) PRMS Spring
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 7 of 19
3. SPECIAL SERVICES
a. Approve Professional Services Contract: Invo Health Care Associates
Motion to approve a contract with Invo Health Care Associates to provide occupational
therapy at the rate of $83.00 per hour and not to exceed $17,804.00 during the period of
April 7, through June 30, 2014.
b. Approve Professional Services Contract: Amy Lerner
Motion to approve the contract with Amy Lerner to provide occupational therapy at the
rate of $90.00 per hour and not to exceed $7,020.00 during the period of April 7, 2014
to June 30, 2014.
4. FIELD TRIPS
a. Robbinsville High School
Motion to approve the following field trip(s) for Robbinsville High School during the
2013-2014 School Year as indicated. The district will incur no admission or
transportation costs.
Harrison Auditorium UPENN-Philadelphia, PA
Date: 4/25/14 (date change from 4/28)
Number of Pupils Participating: 150
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 15 / 0
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $45.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 8:00 am / 2:00 pm
Bus Service: First Student Inc.
Class/Group: Spanish Students
Purpose: Students will experience a Latin play about Chamilia, descendant of the
Mayas. Through the play they will become more aware of the culture and custom of the
Mayas. Students will then experience authentic Mexican Cuisine at DISTRITO.
New Stages Theatre-New York, NY
Date: 5/2/14 (date changed from 4/25)
Number of Pupils Participating: 20
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 2 / 0
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $90.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 9:00 am / 12:00 am (5/3)
Bus Service: BOE
Class/Group: Drama Club, Theatre Design
Purpose: Student will visit MOMA to discuss how art reflects identity and creates
character. Students will see “Heather-the Musical” and attend talk back with cast and
crew after the show.
MCCC-W. Windsor, NJ
Date: 5/9/14
Number of Pupils Participating: 20
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 3 / 0
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $10.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 7:30 am / 2:30 pm
Bus Service: BOE
Class/Group: Art, Drama, Creative Writing
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 8 of 19
Purpose: Teen Arts - Students will bring art work, creative writing and performances to
be adjudicated for feedback.
Rider University-Lawrenceville, NJ
Date: 5/19/14(date changed from 5/21)
Number of Pupils Participating: 25
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 2 / 0
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $0.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 7:30 am / 2:30 pm
Bus Service: BOE
Class/Group: Drama Club
Purpose: “Shakesperience” - Students spend the day participating in workshops about
Shakespeare.
Ocean Grove Auditorium-Ocean Grove, NJ
Date: 5/20/2014
Number of Pupils Participating: 52
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 1 / 0
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $0.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 7:45 am / 4:00 pm
Bus Service: First Student Inc.
Class/Group: Chorus
Purpose: Chorus students will join with the WWP choir to sing at the Annual
Policemen’s Memorial Service.
Point Pleasant Boardwalk-Point Pleasant, NJ
Date: 5/20/14
Number of Pupils Participating: 5
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 2 / 0
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $0.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 8:00 am / 3:00 pm
Bus Service: BOE
Class/Group: Yearbook Club
Purpose: Balfour Yearbook Workshop
Washington D.C.
Date: 5/29/14
Number of Pupils Participating: 30
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 1 / 1
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $48.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 6:00 am / 10:00 pm
Bus Service: Triple D Travel
Class/Group: AP US History classes
Purpose: Students would travel to Washington D.C. to explore some of the museums
and monuments discussed in class.
YMCA Camp Mason-Hardwick, NJ
Date: 6/2 - 6/4/14
Number of Pupils Participating: 22
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 4 / 0
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $0.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 8:00 am (6/2) / 1:00 pm (6/4)
Bus Service: Irvin Raphael Inc.
Class/Group: TEEN PEP
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 9 of 19
Purpose: Overnight retreat in preparation for TEEN PEP Implementation-mandatory for
programming.
iPlay America-Freehold, NJ
Date: 6/4/14
Number of Pupils Participating: 14
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 2 / 0
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $0.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 8:00 am / 2:00 pm
Bus Service: BOE
Class/Group: SADD
Purpose: SADD will be presenting the U Got Brains campaign contest entry on texting
and driving.
Disney World-Lake Buena Vista, FL
Date: 3/5 thru 3/9 2015
Number of Pupils Participating: 150
Teacher/Other Chaperones: 13 / 1
Approximate Cost per Pupil: $110.00
Time Scheduled to Leave/Return: 10:00 am (3/5) / 10:00 pm (3/9)
Bus Service: Educational Travel
Class/Group: Senior Class
Purpose: 2014-15 Graduating Class Trip
5. WORKSHOPS
Motion to approve a list of upcoming professional development workshops scheduled to
take place during the 2013-2014 school year.
Participant's
Name Vendor Workshop Event Date(s)
Registration
Travel
Reimbursement
Debbie Donoher Institute 4 Ed Dev. Technology Workshop 05/21/21014 $ 229.00 N/A
Laurie Rotondo NJACAC Annual Conference 6/2/2014 $ 150.00 $ 31.00
Heidi Berkey Rider University Science Std. Workshop 6/9/2014 $ 125.00 $ 15.50
Laurie Rotondo PESI, INC. "Smart But"Conference 6/11/2014 $ 189.99 $ 7.59
Kelly Kosch Teachers College Writing Institute 08/04-08/2014 $ 750.00 $ 250.00
Kelly Kosch Teachers College Reading Institute 08/04-08/2014 $ 750.00 $ 250.00
Totals $ 2,193.99 $ 554.09
C. FINANCE, FACILITIES & TRANSPORTATION (C.1 – 3)
On motion of Mr. O’Grady and seconded by Mrs. Silvestrov and carried by a vote of 6-0, the
Robbinsville Board of Education voted to approve FFT resolutions XIII C.1-3. Mrs. Ciaccio
dissented on item C.1k.
1. FINANCE
a. Bills and Claims List (Attachment #3)
Motion to approve payment of the Bills & Claims List in the amount of $4,562,557.07
for the period ending April 29, 2014 as indicated.
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 10 of 19
Accounts Payable
Fund
11 - General Fund $1,395,812.59
12 - Capital Outlay $6,578.90
20 - Special Revenue $78,574.14
30 - Capital Projects $757,041.15
40 - Debt Service $0.00
60 - Food Service Fund $69,955.47
61 - R.E.D. $13,076.31
Unemployment $0.00
Hand Checks $28,629.90
Total Accounts Payable $2,349,668.46
Payroll
March 30, 2014 $1,105,174.90
April 11, 2014 $1,107,713.71
Total Payroll $2,212,888.61
Total Bill List $4,562,557.07
b. Certification of Board Secretary
Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.12(c)3 I, Robert M. DeVita, Board Secretary/School
Business Administrator, certify that as of March 31, 2014 no line item account has
encumbrances and expenditures which in total exceed the line item appropriation in
violation of 6A:23-22.12(a).
c. Report of the Board Secretary (Attachment #4)
Motion to accept the Report of the Board Secretary for the period ending March 31,
2014.
d. Report of the Treasurer (Attachment #5)
Motion to accept the Report of the Treasurer for the period ending March 31, 2014.
e. Transfer Report: April 29, 2014
Motion to approve transfers totaling $151,460.58 for the period ending April 29, 2014 as
indicated.
Account From Account To Description Amount
11-000-291-241-07-01 11-000-291-220-07-01
PERS Pension Social Security BOE Share Required FICA payments $ 30,000.00
11-000-262-622-05-03 11-000-262-621-05-01
Pond Electric RHS Natural Gas Additional gas charges $ 20,000.00
11-000-262-622-05-03 11-000-262-621-05-02
Pond Electric Sharon Natural Gas Additional gas charges $ 15,000.00
11-000-262-622-05-03 11-000-262-621-05-03
Pond Electric PRMS Natural Gas Additional gas charges $ 11,500.00
11-401-100-600-03-01 11-000-270-161-07-22
PRMS Co-Curr Supplies Field Trip Account Science Olympiad $ 636.60
11-190-100-610-01-01 11-190-100-340-01-01 Golf cart rentals for
RHS Supplies RHS Contracted Srvs graduation $ 300.00 April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 11 of 19
Account From Account To Description Amount
11-000-291-241-07-01 11-000-213-600-07-00
PERS Pension AED AED purchase mandate $ 6,524.00
11-402-100-100-06-02 11-000-213-101-06-90
RHS Officials Physicals Sports physicals $ 297.00
12-000-266-730-07-00 12-212-100-730-04-01
Security Equipment MD Equipment Dynovox $ 3,820.00
11-000-216-100-07-02 11-000-216-320-04-01
Sharon Speech/OT Contracted Services Occupational Therapy $ 6,260.00
11-000-100-565-04-01 11-000-216-320-04-01
MCSSD Tuition Contracted Services Occupational Therapy $ 18,740.00
11-401-100-800-01-01 11-401-100-600-01-01
Student Activities RHS Co-curricular supplies iPad purchase $ 2,388.00
11-000-291-250-07-01 11-000-291-290-07-02
Unemployment HB opt out Health benefit opt out payout $ 9,100.00
11-190-100-610-02-01 11-000-270-161-07-22 3rd grade SC-Transition to
Sharon Teaching Supplies Field Trip Account PRMS $ 60.58
11-000-230-331-07-01 11-000-230-340-07-01
Legal Fees Purchased Tech. Services Aesop Implementation $ 2,414.40
11-402-100-300-06-01 11-402-100-100-06-01 Interim
RHS Athletic Officials RHS Athletic Salaries Athletic Director (per diem) $ 3,400.00
11-000-211-300-07-01 11-000-213-300-07-02
Purchased Services purchased physician/nurse Contracted nurse subs $ 4,640.00
11-000-252-100-07-00 11-000-222-100-07-07
Tech Media Sub Salary Substitutes $ 500.00
11-190-100-610-01-01 11-000-221-800-09-01 Reimbursement of deposit for
RHS Supplies Workshop and Dues Teen Pep $ 700.00
11-402-100-300-06-01 11-000-213-101-06-90
RHS Athletic Officials Physicals Nurse coverage for physicals $ 680.00
11-000-291-270-07-03 11-000-291-290-07-01
Prescription Sick payout Contractual sick payout $ 13,000.00
11-000-221-600-09-01 11-000-221-320-09-01 Curriculum professional
Curriculum Supplies Professional Services development $ 1,500.00
TOTAL $ 151,460.58
f. Shared Service Agreement - 2014-2015 Ice Hockey Teams of Robbinsville Schools
and Allentown High School
Approve shared service agreements between Robbinsville Schools and Allentown
Regional School District authorizing the merger of RHS and Allentown teams for the
2014-2015 school year as indicated. In addition to the merger fee, Allentown will be
responsible for providing transportation for their students.
Team Merger Fee Ice Hockey Team $3,000.00 Swim Team $5,000.00
g. Approve Professional Services Contract: B & G Engineering
Approve a contract with B&G Engineering, Ewing, NJ for $5,200.00 for site work,
plans and permitting for the new playground at the Sharon Road Elementary School.
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 12 of 19
h. 2014-2015 Capital Outlay Project: Direct Flooring, Flemington, NJ
Motion to approve a contract with Direct Flooring, Flemington, NJ in the amount of
$346,965.76 to replace the existing hallway carpeting at Pond Road Middle School with
VCT. The purchase order will be issued under the Middlesex Regional Education
Services Commission bid number 12/13-10.
i. 2014-2015 Capital Outlay Project: Open Systems Integrators, Inc., Manalapan, NJ
Motion to approve a contract with Open Systems Integrators, Inc., Manalapan, NJ in the
amount of $361,190.00 to replace and / or install security cameras in Robbinsville High
School, Pond Road Middle School and Sharon Road Elementary School. The purchase
order will be issued under the Middlesex Regional Education Services Commission bid
number 12/13 – 56.
j. Energy Savings Improvement Plan (ESIP) Payments
Motion to authorize the School Business Administrator to issue a payment to Schiller &
Hersch in the amount of $19,410.00 for work performed for the district’s ESIP
k. Waiver of Health Benefits Program – 2014-2015
Motion to approve and adopt a Waiver of Health Benefits Program for every employee
who submits a letter and provides proof of coverage elsewhere by May 31, 2014
effective for the period July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015 as per collective bargaining
agreements.
Medical $ 3500.00
Dental $ 400.00
Prescription $ 1000.00
l. Exempt Garfield Park Academy from the Child Nutrition Program
Motion that the Robbinsville Board of Education does not require the Garfield Park
Academy to apply for and receive funding from the Child Nutrition Program (CNP) for
the 2014-2015 school year.
m. Free & Reduced Meal Plan Waiver: Garfield Park Academy
Motion that the Robbinsville Board of Education will not require the Garfield Park
Academy to charge students for reduced and / or paid meals for the 2014-2015 school
year.
n. Accept Donations
Motion to accept donations on behalf of the Robbinsville High School Robotics Team
totaling $2,000.00 as indicated.
Donor Amount
Citigroup $1,000.00
Gilbane Building Co. $1,000.00
Total $2,000.00
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 13 of 19
o. Approve Disposal of Obsolete Equipment – Sharon Elementary School
Motion to authorize disposal of obsolete equipment at Sharon Elementary School as
indicated.
Machine Type Serial # Telex VHS Video Projector 11318
Kodak Slide Projector 205812
York Sound Speakers (2) none
Panasonic VHS Camera (#1) KSVA10408
Panasonic VHS Camera (#2) F1SA10354
Panasonic VHS Camera (#3) F11SA10136
Panasonic VHS Camera (#4) F1SA10277
Panasonic VHS Camera (#5) F19A10347
Sony V8 Camcorder 261626
Overhead Projector 3M 1700 n/a
Overhead Projector 3M 1700 n/a
Double Deck VHS recorder 24955610603
Overhead Projector 3M 1700 n/a
Overhead Projector 3M 1700 n/a
2. FACILITIES
a. Sharon Elementary School Construction and Expansion Project
i. Approve Contract for Playground Equipment: Marturano Recreation
Company
Motion to approve a contract with Marturano Recreation Company, Spring Lake, NJ
in the amount of $107,696.87 for the purchase of playground equipment for the
Sharon Road Elementary School. This purchase will be issued under the Middlesex
Education Services Commission bid number MRESC 12/13 – 13 and is part of the
December 2012 referendum.
ii. Approve Contract for Installation of Playground Equipment: Kamback
Brothers, LLC
Motion to approve a contract with Kamback Bros, LLC, Brick, NJ in the amount of
$19,235.00 for the installation of playground equipment for the Sharon Road
Elementary School. This purchase will be issued under the Middlesex Education
Services Commission bid number MRESC 12/13 – 13 and will be paid for by the
Robbinsville Extended Day program.
b. Fire and Security Drills – March 2014
Motion to approve Fire and Security Drills for March 2014 as indicated.
Required: Monthly 2/School Yr. 2/School Yr. 2/School Yr. 2/School Yr. 2/School Yr.
School Fire Drill
Security Drill
Lockdown
Security Drill
Bomb Threat
Security Drill
Evacuation
Security Drill
Active Shooter
Security
Drill Other
Windsor 3/12/14 N/A N/A N/A N/A 3/25/14
SES 3/12/14 N/A N/A N/A N/A 3/25/14
PRMS 3/31/14 N/A N/A N/A N/A 3/7/14
RHS 3/27/14 N/A N/A N/A N/A 3/31/14
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 14 of 19
c. Building Use (Attachments #6-11)
Motion to approve the Buildings and Grounds Use of Facilities Schedule for the months
of May and June 2014.
3. TRANSPORTATION
a. Accept Quote Results: BH2
Motion to accept quote for Route BH2 and recognize George Dapper Inc. as the low
bidder as indicated below. This route transported student # 120032 to and from various
job locations for the period dating September 9, 2013 through November 26, 2013.
There was not quote from Rick Bus.
Route Cost $ 230.40 per diem
Aide Cost $ 45.60 per diem
Total Cost $ 276.00 per diem
Mileage adjustment +/- $2.50
b. Mercer Coordinated Transportation Services Agreement
Motion to approve a Transportation Services Agreement with the Mercer Coordinated
Transportation Services for the period July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015.
D. ROBBINSVILLE EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM
On motion of Mrs. DeVito and seconded by Mrs. Silvestrov and carried by a vote of 6-0, the
Robbinsville Board of Education voted to approve RED resolution XIII D.1.
1. R.E.D. PERSONNEL
a. Accept Resignation
Motion to accept resignation of Leona Hendryx, Aide, Sharon RED, effective June 30,
2014.
b. Rescind Appointment
Motion to rescind the appointment of Anthony Jones, Volunteer, Pond RED, effective
March 25, 2014.
XIV. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC
SONYA WALTER
Mrs. Walter thanked the Board for the detailed budget report and expressed appreciation for the
district’s commitment to high levels of transparency.
XV. OLD BUSINESS
Mrs. DeVito asked if parents could opt their children out of PAARC testing. Dr. Mayer responded
that New Jersey does not provide parents with a mechanism to opt out, rather, the state has indicated
that all students must participate in the assessment.
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 15 of 19
XVI. NEW BUSINESS
State BOE Presence – The Board discussed the matter of district representation at State Board of
Education meetings. BOE Attorney Matt Giacobbe weighed in and indicated that, in his opinion, it
is important that the issues that matter to the district be on the record. It was decided that Mrs.
Ciaccio will serve as the Board’s representative and will present testimony on behalf of the district.
REF Golf Outing – May 20, 2014 / Proceeds to Project Lead the Way
Personnel Committee – Change in meeting date from May 20 to May 22, 2014
SES Casework – Dr. Mayer brought an issue to the Board’s attention about replacing casework
dating back to 1958 in 19 classrooms at Sharon as part of the construction project at a cost of
$250,000. The funds could come from the contingency leaving $750,000 for other unanticipated
costs. A motion was made as indicated.
On motion of Mrs. DeVito and seconded by Mrs. Silvestrov, the Robbinsville Board of Education
authorized the Superintendent to move forward with replacement of casework in 19 classrooms at
Sharon Elementary School at a cost not to exceed $275,000.
After discussing the matter, the Board decided against replacing the casework at this time. A motion
was made to table the matter.
On motion of Mr. Kochberg and seconded by Mrs. Ciaccio, the Robbinsville Board of Education
voted 5-1 to table a motion to authorize replacement of casework in 19 classrooms at Sharon
Elementary School. Mrs. DeVito dissented.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Mr. Kochberg and seconded by Mrs. Ciaccio, the Robbinsville Board of Education
voted to adjourn the April 29, 2014 public session meeting at 9:10 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert M. DeVita
School Business Administrator / Board Secretary
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 16 of 19
Personnel items for Board Approval
April 29, 2014
Name PositionLocatio
nAction
Effective
Date
Ending
DateStep Salary GAAP Code Notes for Discussion
1. Employment of Staff:
a. Administrators/Supervisors:
Rajneet Bajnath Dir. of SE SE Approve New Hire 7/1/2014 6/30/2015 $ 122,450.00 11-000-240-104-07-04 Replace S. DiDonato
b. Certificated Staff:
Cynthia Jenkins Teacher SES Accept Retirement 9/30/2014
Sandra Holmes Teacher SES Accept Retirement 6/30/2014
Marianne Aquaro OT SES Approve Unpaid Day 3/26/2014 3/26/2014 $409.43 11-000-216-100-07-02 Out of Personal Days.
Jen Drew Teacher SESApprove Unpaid
Days5/5/2014 5/9/2014 $1,308.84 11-000-216-100-07-02
4 1/2 days Unpaid. Out of
Personal Days.
Sean Greig Teacher PRMS Approve Unpaid Day 4/22/2014 4/25/2014 $731.76 11-209-100-101-07-042 days unpaid. Out of Sick
Days
LaurenDi Renzio-
ArcherTeacher PRMS
Approve Intermittent
Leave4/8/2014 4/8/2014 $302.93 11-212-100-101-04-01 Unpaid FMLA/NJFLA
Jayashree Kanchi Teacher PRMSApprove Leave
Replacement5/5/2014 6/30/2014 1MA $53,808.00 11-213-100-101-07-03
Leave Replace for G.
Szolomayer
Rebecca Sullivan Teacher PRMSApprove Leave
Replacement5/19/2014 6/30/2014 1BA $50,566.00 11-213-100-101-07-03 Leave Replace for L. Moore
c. Non Certificated Staff:
Kathy Higham IA SE Accept Resignation 6/30/2014
Kathy Antrim Secretary SES Approve Unpaid Day 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $86.00 11-000-240-105-07-02 1/2 day Unpaid FMLA/NJFLA
Kathy Antrim Secretary SES Approve Unpaid Day 4/16/2014 4/16/2014 $172.00 11-000-240-105-07-02 Unpaid FMLA/NJFLA
Linda Marrazzo IA SES Approve Unpaid Day 4/22/2014 4/22/2014 $63.44 11-213-100-106-07-04 Out of Personal Days.
Kathy Antrim Secretary SES Revise Unpaid Day 3/28/2014 3/28/2014 $172.00 11-000-240-105-07-02Org noted as 4/28/14. Unpaid
FMLA/NJFLA
d. Substitutes
Deirdre Clauser Sub Nurse Appoint Sub 4/29/2014 6/30/2014 $150.00
Brian Boyer Non Cert Sub Appoint Sub 4/29/2014 6/30/2014 $75.00
Nichole Hitchner Non Cert Sub Appoint Sub 4/29/2014 6/30/2014 $75.00
Karin Concepcion Sub Driver Appoint Sub 4/29/2014 6/30/2014 $21.50 Hr
Gary Cohen Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Emily DeMarzio Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $80.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Kathy Faunce Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $80.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Janet Ganesan Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Nicole Grembowitz Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Zeunil Haswary Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $75.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Sherrie Johnson Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Susan Kratz Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Kim Maslak Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Robert Morelli Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
Roland Yi Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 3/27/2014 3/27/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Lopez PD
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 17 of 19
Personnel items for Board Approval
April 29, 2014
Name PositionLocatio
nAction
Effective
Date
Ending
DateStep Salary GAAP Code Notes for Discussion
Gary Cohen Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/1/2014 4/1/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Ann Crilly Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/1/2014 4/1/2014 $80.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Cheri Dorwart Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/1/2014 4/1/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Janet Ganesan Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/1/2014 4/1/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Nicole Grembowitz Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/1/2014 4/1/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Sherrie Johnson Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/1/2014 4/1/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Roland Yi Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/1/2014 4/1/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Aparna Chaudhuri Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Gary Cohen Non Cert Sub PRMS Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Gary Cohen Non Cert Sub SES Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Ann Crilly Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $80.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Kathy Faunce Cert Sub PRMS Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Kathy Faunce Cert Sub SES Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Heather Fernandes Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Nicole Grembowitz Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Zeinul Haswary Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $75.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Sherrie Johnson Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Gael Levering Non Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $75.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Kristin Michalkowski Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Ronald Romano Non Cert Sub PRMS Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Ronald Romano Non Cert Sub SES Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $37.50 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
Linda Thomas Cert Sub Approve Sub Work 4/3/2014 4/3/2014 $40.00 20-231-100-100-09-14 Safi PD
2. Placement on the Salary Guide:
3. Extra Work/Extra Pay:
a. Athletics:
Jennifer Lipschutz Nurse PRMS Approve Extra Pay 3/1/2014 3/30/2014 $148.50 11-000-213-101-06-90 Sports Physicals. 5.5 hrs
@$27 an hr
Susan Lizura Nurse RHS Approve Extra Pay 2/1/2014 2/28/2014 $148.50 11-000-213-101-06-90 Sports Physicals. 5.5 hrs
@$27 an hr
Sammer Bekhiet Volunteer RHS Approve Coach 4/29/2014 6/15/2014 Volunteer Boys Tennis
b. Co-Curricular:
c. Other:
Christine Cabarle Teacher RHS Approve Extra Pay 6/2/2014 6/4/2014 $546.00 20-270-200-100-09-14Teen Pep Training. 2 nights @
$273
Caitlin Curran Teacher RHS Approve Extra Pay 6/2/2014 6/4/2014 $546.00 20-270-200-100-09-14Teen Pep Training. 2 nights @
$273
Anna Marie Hernandez Teacher RHS Approve Extra Pay 6/2/2014 6/4/2014 $546.00 20-270-200-100-09-14Teen Pep Training. 2 nights @
$273
Sean Flynn Teacher RHS Approve Extra Pay 6/2/2014 6/4/2014 $546.00 20-270-200-100-09-14Teen Pep Training. 2 nights @
$273
Jen Lipschutz Nurse PRMS Approve Extra Pay 6/2/2014 6/4/2014 $546.00 11-000-213-101-07-07Teen Pep Training. 2 nights @
$273
Cristina Ward Teacher RHS Approve Extra Pay 4/1/2014 6/30/2014 $34 per hr 11-000-221-104-09-03Calculus Curriculum. Not to
exceed 60 Hrs
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 18 of 19
Personnel items for Board Approval
April 29, 2014
Name PositionLocatio
nAction
Effective
Date
Ending
DateStep Salary GAAP Code Notes for Discussion
Anthony Paglione Teacher RHS Approve Extra Pay 4/1/2014 6/30/2014 $34 per hr 11-000-221-104-09-03Calculus Curriculum. Not to
exceed 60 Hrs
Marianne Aquaro OT SES Approve Extra Pay 2/19/2014 3/7/2014 $903.52 11-000-216-100-07-02Evaluation Prep. 16 hrs @
$56.47
Andrea Houtras OT SE Revise Extra Pay 3/19/2014 6/30/2014 $47.91 per hr 11-000-216-100-07-03Evaluation Make up. Not to
exceed 8 hours.
Christine Stewart IA PRMS Approve Extra Pay 4/22/2014 6/30/2014 $25 per hr 11-000-217-100-04-04Alt track runner for SPED
student. Not to exceed 16 hrs
Sue Kanagawa Teacher ESL Approve Extra Pay 4/30/2014 6/30/2014 $34 per hr 11-240-100-101-07-093 hrs a wk, not to exceed 24
hours
Peter Klapsogeorge Teacher SESApprove
Participation7/1/2014 8/30/2014 $1,632.00 11-230-100-101-09-99
$34 per hour - 3 hrs/4 days a
week, for 4 weeks. Jump Start
Program.
Margaret Walsh Teacher SESApprove
Participation7/1/2014 8/30/2014 $1,632.00 11-230-100-101-09-99
$34 per hour - 3 hrs/4 days a
week, for 4 weeks. Jump Start
Program.
Deb Dauer Teacher SESApprove
Participation7/1/2014 8/30/2014 $1,632.00 11-230-100-101-09-99
$34 per hour - 3 hrs/4 days a
week, for 4 weeks. Jump Start
Program.
AnnemarieSheehan Dell
GrottiTeacher SES
Approve
Participation7/1/2014 8/30/2014 $1,632.00 11-230-100-101-09-99
$34 per hour - 3 hrs/4 days a
week, for 4 weeks. Jump Start
Program.
Patty Irilli Teacher SESApprove
Participation7/1/2014 8/30/2014 $1,632.00 11-230-100-101-09-99
$34 per hour - 3 hrs/4 days a
week, for 4 weeks. Jump Start
Program.
Allyson Scotto Teacher SESApprove
Participation7/1/2014 8/30/2014 $1,632.00 11-230-100-101-09-99
$34 per hour - 3 hrs/4 days a
week, for 4 weeks. Jump Start
Program.
April 29, 2014 Public Session Minutes Page 19 of 19
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