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CLIFTON BOARD OF EDUCATION CLIFTON, NJ 07013

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING: Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at 7:00 PM LOCATION: 745 CLIFTON AVENUE, CLIFTON, NJ 07013 THE BOARD OF EDUCATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MEET IN EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PERSONNEL, NEGOTIATIONS AND/OR LITIGATIONS. The meeting was opened by the Board President. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence ATTENDANCE ROLL CALL OF BOARD MEMBERS:

Ms. Arlene Agresti – VICE PRESIDENT Mr. Tafari Anderson Ms. Judith A. Bassford Mr. James Daley Ms. Lucy Danny Mr. Michael J. Evans Mr. Lawrence Grasso Mr. Gary Passenti – PRESIDENT Ms. Rosemary L. Pino – arrived 8:13 p.m.

ALSO PRESENT: Richard Tardalo, Superintendent of Schools

Mark Tietjen, Asst. Superintendent of Schools Edward Appleton, Interim Business Administrator/Interim Board Secretary

Michael Ucci, Assistant Board Administrator /Assistant Board Secretary Frances Febres, Board Attorney READING OF THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT: “THE NEW JERSEY OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS LAW WAS ENACTED TO INSURE THE RIGHT TO THE PUBLIC TO HAVE ADVANCE NOTICE OF AND TO ATTEND THE MEETINGS OF PUBLIC BODIES AT WHICH ANY BUSINESS AFFECTING THEIR INTEREST IS DISCUSSED OR ACTED UPON.” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ACT, THE CLIFTON BOARD OF EDUCATION HAS CAUSED NOTICE OF THIS MEETING TO BE PUBLICIZED BY HAVING THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE THEREOF POSTED AT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE, CLIFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, SENIOR CITIZEN NUTRITION CENTER, ON CABLE TV, IN THE LOCAL PRESS, ON THE DISTRICT’S WEB SITE, AND MAILED TO PRESIDENTS OF PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATIONS. THIS MEETING WILL BE TAPE RECORDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH POLICY – 0168…

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RECOGNITION AND AWARD PRESENTATIONS: None ADOPTION OF MINUTES: 11/16/16--RESOLVED, that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 19, 2016, be and they are hereby adopted. MOTION BY___Tafari Anderson___SECOND BY___Lawrence Grasso___VOTE___7-0___ YES: Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Danny, Evans, Grasso, Passenti ABSTAIN: Agresti ABSENT: Pino 11/16/16--RESOLVED, that the Executive Session Minutes of October 19, 2016, be and they are hereby adopted. MOTION BY__Arlene Agresti__SECOND BY__Tafari Anderson___VOTE___4-0___ YES: Anderson, Daley, Grasso, Passenti NO: Bassford ABSTAIN: Agresti, Danny, Evans ABSENT: Pino COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: None FIRST READING OF POLICY:

2415.30 Title I – Educational Stability for Children in Foster Care (M)

RECEIVED AND FILED PRESENTATIONS OF REPORTS FROM ADMINISTRATION, ADVISORY COMMITTEES & SPECIAL COMMITTEES: NJQSAC Update – Janina Kusielewicz gave a PowerPoint presentation relative to the NJQSAC update. Handouts were provided. Highlights included:

All Cohort 1 Districts – Both High Performing and Below 80% NJQSAC Steering Committee Role of Steering Committee 5 Key Components of School District Effectiveness NJQSAC 2016-2017 Statement of Assurance NJQSAC 2016-2017 District Performance Review Fiscal Management Personnel Instruction and Program Operations Governance NJQSAC Timeline

Ms. Kusielewicz answered questions regarding scores relative to governance as well as instruction and program. Ms. Kusielewicz was thanked for her presentation. Technology Plan for Digital Learning – Eric Mountain gave a PowerPoint presentation relative to


the 2016-2019 Technology Plan for Digital Learning. Handouts were provided. Highlights included:

Technology Plan Components Checklist District Mission Statement Planning Givens as Per NJDOE Guidelines Increase Digital Communication Between Students and Teachers in a Safe and

Reliable Manner Enhance the Support System for Teachers and Students Find and Use Non-Traditional Funding Sources for Technology Expansion Facilitate the Use of a Growing Number of Digital Learning Resources Budget Information Plan for Sharing Stakeholder Assurance

Mr. Mountain answered questions regarding technology at home. It was suggested that one technology component be introduced at a time to teachers. Google Classroom has been embraced by the teachers. Mr. Mountain also answered questions regarding head teachers at the schools relative to technology, equipment usage, hardware needs, professional development, email among the students and teachers and information back-up. He also answered questions relative to bandwidth, home/school technology and cyber bullying. Mr. Mountain was thanked for his presentation. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS: Education – Ms. Bassford reported that the committee discussed the following:

Technology Plan NJQSAC Elementary and High School Remedial Paraprofessional Pilot Foster Child Policy

Finance – Mr. Daley reported that the committee discussed the following:

Budget Planning Information 2017-2018 Students Currently Attending PCTI School #16 Facility Improvements

It was noted that additional items were discussed at the meeting such as the pilot program and remedial being cut from the budget. There was also a discussion about the procurement process. It was noted that the report could be corrected. There was a discussion with the Board attorney regarding criminal offense. The report is not reflective of discussion that took place regarding the remedial program and the pilot program expanding the use of paraprofessionals. It was suggested this be discussed in executive session. PUBLIC RECOGNITION: Carlos Polanco questioned when the next presentation on technology will be scheduled. Joe Canova thanked Mr. Mountain for his presentation and asked about out-of-district placements and dress code. He also asked about “old business” on the agenda. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None


A. EDUCATION/ADMINISTRATION: Items EA-11/16/16-01 through EA-11/16/16-05 will be voted upon in one motion. MOTION BY__Judy Bassford__SECOND BY__Lawrence Grasso__VOTE__7-0__ YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Evans, Grasso, Passenti ABSENT: Danny, Pino Prior to action on this motion, Administration answered questions regarding Star Career Academy. EA-11/16/16-01 -- Second Reading of Policies (see attachment) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to adopt the following policies, incorporating this file into the existing policies.

0167 - Public Participation in Board Meeting 5501 - Student School Dress Code – K-12

EA-11/16/16-02 -- Attendance Report (see attachment) RESOLVED, that the attendance report for the month ending October 31, 2016 is hereby accepted by the Clifton Board of Education. The statistics presented include any new enrollments for withdrawals of pupils up to, and including, the date of compilation, and are to be interpreted as the number of pupils actually in attendance. Total enrollment is higher due to its reflection of all pupils admitted and enrolled. EA-11/16/16-03 -- 2016-2019 Local District Technology Plan RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to adopt the 2016-2019 Local District Technology Plan for County Office review and further submission to the New Jersey State Department of Education. EA-11/16/16-04 -- Out-of-District Placements RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the following out-of-district placements of Clifton resident pupils for the payment of tuition and transportation as herein described.

a. Pupil #121577, accepted into Phoenix Center, 16 Monsignor Owens Place, Nutley, NJ, effective October 13, 2016. Tuition is $61,074.00 per 10 month school year. Transportation cost: Clifton run $32,220.00. Phoenix Center is approved by the New Jersey Department of Education for placements of this type. b. Pupil #114449, accepted into Windsor Bergen Academy, 56 Passaic Street, Ridgewood, NJ, effective October 11, 2016. Tuition is $55,004.31 per 10 month school year. Transportation cost: Existing run no additional charge. Windsor Bergen Academy is approved by the New Jersey Department of Education for placements of this type. c. Pupil #112488, accepted into YCS George Washington School, 386 Hudson Street, Hackensack, NJ, effective October 12, 2016. Tuition is $51,724.80 per 10 month school year. Transportation cost: $1800.00. YCS George Washington Schools is approved by the New Jersey Department of Education for placements of this type.


d. Pupil #105928, accepted into Gramon School, 24 Dwight Place, Fairfield, NJ, effective October 19, 2016. Tuition is $57,870.54 per 10 month school year. Transportation cost: Existing Clifton run. Gramon School is approved by the New Jersey Department of Education for placements of this type. e. Pupil #108692, accepted into 1st CP Center of New Jersey, 7 Sanford Avenue, Belleville, NJ, effective October 31, 2016. Tuition is $55,231.20 per 10 month school year. Transportation cost: To be determined. 1st CP Center of New Jersey is approved by the New Jersey Department of Education for placements of this type. f. Pupil #116083, accepted into Westbridge Academy, 60 West Street, Bloomfield, NJ, effective October 31, 2016. Tuition is $73,020.40 per 10 month school year. Transportation cost: Existing run no additional charge. Westbridge Academy is approved by the New Jersey Department of Education for placements of this type. EA-11/16/16-05 -- Approval of Field Trip(s) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the following list of field trip destinations for the 2016-2017 school year. CHS, Special Olympic students New Milford High School, New Milford, NJ WWMS, Special Education students Big Lots Shopping Center, Clifton, NJ WITHDRAWN School #8, Grade 2 students Paper Mill Playhouse, Millburn, NJ CHS, Accounting Class Berkeley College, Woodland Park, NJ CHS Annex, Aspire students Montclair Bread Co., Montclair, NJ WWMS, Grade 7 & 8 students Prudential Center, Newark, NJ CHS, Spring Musical Cast & Crew students

Music Box Theatre, New York, NY

School #12 , Grade 5 students Medieval Times, Lyndhurst, NJ CHS, Madrigal/Band students Dorney Park, Allentown, PA

B. PERSONNEL: Items P-11/16/16-01 through P-11/16/16-21 will be voted upon in one motion. MOTION BY___Tafari Anderson___SECOND BY___Arlene Agresti____VOTE___8-0____ YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Danny, Evans, Grasso, Passenti ABSTAIN: Grasso (P-16 only) ABSENT: Pino Prior to action on this motion, there was a question about the fishing club at WWMS being salt water or fly fishing. It was noted that the athletic trainer’s trip was quite costly.

P-11/16/16-01 -- Resignations RESOLVED, that the following resignations, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, are hereby approved by the Clifton Board of Education.

Christopher de Vinck CHS 9-12 Language Arts Supervisor Effective June 30, 2017, due to retirement


June Garrabrandt CHS Annex Mathematics Teacher Effective January 1, 2017, due to retirement

Maria Mendez School #17 Lunch Monitor Effective October 14, 2016 Raba Yousef School #17 Lunch Monitor Effective October 13, 2016 Barbara Lee District Substitute Paraprofessional Effective October 25, 2016 Valerie Dohm School #14 Lunch Monitor Effective October 24, 2016 Angely Urena School #11 Lunch Monitor Effective October 20, 2016 Andrea Chapman School #8

Annex Family/Parent Liaison Effective January 6, 2017

P-11/16/16-02 -- Leaves of Absence RESOLVED, that the following leaves of absence, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, are hereby approved by the Clifton Board of Education.

Employee ID #6297 School #15, TTR, Grade 5 Teacher

Unpaid Medical LOA 10/17/16-with a return date to be determined

WITHDRAWN Cara Boseski CCMS, Language

Arts Teacher Unpaid Marriage LOA 11/21/16-11/23/16

Ruth Valenzuela Transportation, Bus Aide

Unpaid LOA 11/28/16-12/9/16

P-11/16/16-03 -- Maternity Leave(s) of Absence RESOLVED, that the following maternity leaves of absence, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, are hereby approved by the Clifton Board of Education.

a. Employee ID #3124, CHS, Social Studies Teacher. Effective January 9, 2017 through April 16, 2017. Period of leave to which sick days are to be applied: January 9, 2017 to April 16, 2017.

b. Employee ID #6992, School #12, Grade 5 Teacher. Effective January 3, 2017 through May 19, 2017. Period of leave to which sick days are to be applied: January 3, 2017 to February 9, 2017. Followed by an unpaid FMLA effective February 10, 2017 to May 12, 2017. Unpaid maternity leave of absence effective May 15, 2017 to May 19, 2017. P-11/16/16-04 -- Amendment of Leave(s) of Absence

a. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the unpaid FMLA

granted to Employee ID #6720, Special Education Teacher assigned to School #2 at the meeting of October 19, 2016 under Resolution P-10/19/16-03, be amended to reflect an end date of March 27, 2017.

b. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the paid FMLA, 9/12/16-9/19/16, granted to Employee ID #2945, Custodian assigned to School #1 at the meeting of September 28, 2016 under Resolution P-9/28/16-02, be rescinded.

c. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the paid FMLA granted to Employee ID #7148, 12-month Secretary assigned to the Transportation Department at the meeting of July 13, 2016 under Resolution P-7/13/16-02 and the meeting of October 19, 2016 under


Resolution P-10/19/16-30, be amended to reflect an end date of October 14, 2016.

d. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the unpaid FMLA granted to Employee ID #279, BSI Teacher assigned to School #15, at the meeting of September 14, 2016 under Resolution P-9/14/16-02, be amended to reflect an end date of January 3, 2017.

e. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the paid and unpaid FMLA granted to Employee ID #7568, Bus Driver assigned to the Transportation Department, at the meeting of October 19, 2016 under Resolution P-10/19/16-02, be amended to reflect an end date of October 13, 2016 (a.m.).

f. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the paid FMLA granted to Employee ID #2276, Custodian assigned to School #14, at the meeting of August 24, 2016 under Resolution P-8/24/16-02, be amended to reflect an end date of September 13, 2016. P-11/16/16-05 -- Amendment of Resignation(s)

a. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the resignation of Yadira Negron, Lunch Monitor assigned to School #14, at the meeting of October 19, 2016 under Resolution P-10/19/16-28, be amended to reflect an end date of October 21, 2016.

b. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the resignation of Michelle Christie, Environmental Science Teacher assigned to CHS, at the meeting of October 19, 2016 under Resolution P-10/19/16-01, be amended to reflect an end date of December 2, 2016. P-11/16/16-06 -- Amendment of Appointment(s)

a. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the appointment of Sibel Can, p/t Paraprofessional assigned to School #16, at the meeting of July 22, 2015 under Resolution P-7/22/15-30, be amended to reflect a salary differential of $1,200.00 for a BA degree.

b. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the appointment of Kathleen Gordon, Special Education Teacher assigned to CHS, at the meeting of October 19, 2016 under Resolution P-10/19/16-34, be amended to reflect a salary change to Step 4 of 2016-2017 BA Salary Guide, $55,050.00, pro-rated for lesser service.

c. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the appointment of Peter Sarsano, Saturday Academy assigned to School #15, at the meeting of October 19, 2016 under Resolution P-10/19/16-10, be rescinded.

d. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the appointment of Celimar Rivera, TTR, Middle School Counselor, Grade 6 assigned to CCMS, at the meeting of October 19, 2016 under Resolution P-10/19/16-38, be amended to reflect a start date of January 3, 2017.

e. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the appointment of Sean Ulley, LTS, Social Studies Teacher, assigned to CHS, at the meeting of September 28, 2016 under Resolution P-9/28/16-22, be amended to reflect an end date of November 16, 2016.

f. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the appointment of Kevin Lyons, LTS, Physical Education/Health Teacher, assigned to School #5, at the meeting of September 14, 2016 under Resolution P-9/14/16-23, be amended to reflect an end date of October


25, 2016. P-11/16/16-07 -- Additional 2016-2017 Appointment(s) for the 21st Century Community Learning Center “Minds in Motion” After School Program RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint the following individual for the 21st Century Community Learning Center “Minds in Motion” After School Program at School #12 for the 2016-2017 school year. All positions are on an as needed basis, entirely funded by 21st Century grant. Instructional Coordinator/Professional Developer will be compensated at $55.00 per hour. Joelle Rosetti P-11/16/16-08 -- Additional Appointments for After School Homework Program

RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint the following district teachers as tutors for the After School Homework Program at Title I schools. The Program will run from Tuesday, November 1, 2016 through Friday, March 31, 2017, up to two days per week from 3:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., on an as needed basis. Each school will determine the days of the program. Schools #12 and #17 will run modified hours. Teachers will be compensated at $35.00 per hour from Title I funds. Denise Bemke #4 Helen DeVoe #11 Laura Andrelevich

#12 Michael Ciolino #12

Michelle DeHaven #12

Amanda Fabiano #12 Shari Hipschman #12 Diane Monopoli #12

Elisabel Reyes #12 Alicia Garbayo #14 Tammy Le #14

Mary Salensky #14

Kimberli D’Angelo #15 Lori Tunis #15 David Boyes #17

Catherine Chidiac #17

Paola Marino #17 Deanna Steup #17 Brianna Turba #17 P-11/16/16-09 -- Additional Appointments for the Middle School After School Instructional Support Program

RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint the following district teachers to the Middle School After School Instructional Support Program at CCMS and WWMS. The program will run from Tuesday, November 1, 2016 through Friday, March 31, 2017, up to three days per week from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each school will determine the days of the program. Teachers will be compensated at $35.00 from local funds. Alyson Federici CC P-11/16/16-10 -- Additional Appointments for At Risk Tutoring Program

RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint the following district teachers as After School Program teachers for English Language Learners and At-Risk students. Title III tutoring program for English Language


Learners will be held at schools #11, #12, #17, CCMS and CHS on an as needed basis. The Title I program for At-Risk students will be held at School #12 and CCMS. Instruction is two hours daily on one or more days per week depending on students’ needs beginning on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 through Friday, March 31, 2017. Teachers will be compensated at $35.00 per hour, entirely grant funded.

School assignments indicated are for this program and may change based on enrollment. Michael Ciolino #12 Shari Hipschman #12 Diane Monopoli #12 Elisabel Reyes #12 Miriam DePalma #17 Fazilet Tokel #17 Bernice Binko CHS Lisa Hayward CC

(sub) P-11/16/16-11-- Additional Appointments for the Saturday Academy

RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint the following district teachers for the Saturday Academy. The program is for students in Grades 3 through 8 at Title I schools. The Academy will be offered for up to twenty weeks. The Academy will run as follows: School #4, #11 and #15 will begin November 5, 2016 through May 6, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. School #12 will begin January 7, 2017 through May 6, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CCMS will begin December 3, 2016 through May 6, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Teachers will be compensated at $40.00 per hour with federal Title I Funds. School assignments indicated are for this project and may be changed based on enrollment. Theodore Melnik #12 Stephen Sarsano #15 Michael Hanrahan

(sub) Brianne Mees (sub)

Susan Morgan (sub) Kathryn Morrison (sub)

Eva Rogozinski (sub) Mary Salensky (sub)

Ruth Valdes (sub)

Administrative Substitutes: Danielle Liebi, Kathia Nieves, Ruth Valdes P-11/16/16-12 -- Additional Appointments for the Extension Program

RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint the following individuals for the 2016 Extension Program which is held at District Elementary Schools. The program is funded through pupil tuition. Teachers will be compensated at $36.00 per hour. Erin Tietjen (sub)

Secretaries will be compensated at $18.00 per hour. Michele DeSomma (sub)

Student Assistants will be compensated at $9.00 per hour. Shannon Leishman


P-11/16/16-13 -- Coaching Appointment(s)

RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint the following individual(s) to the following athletic position.

Kevin Sarubbi CHS, Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach, replaces Stanley Lembryk who resigned

11/21/16-3/30/17 Category II, Step 1-- $5,348.00 as per 2016/2017 guide

Shaan Shah CHS, Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach, replaces Christopher Keegan who resigned

Start date to be determined-3/30/17

Category II, Step 1-- $5,348.00 as per 2016/2017 guide

P-11/16/16-14 -- Amendment to Stipend Appointments

a. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the stipend appointment of Timothy Wacha, Fishing Club, reappointment, assigned to the WWMS at the meeting of September 14, 2016 under Resolution P-9/14/16-16, be rescinded.

b. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the rescinded stipend reappointment of Michelle Christie, Conservation Club, assigned to CHS at the meeting of October 19, 2016 under Resolution P-10/19/16-20, be amended to reflect a reappointment to be advisor for this club for the months of September, October and November, 2016/2017 school year. P-11/16/16-15 -- Additional Stipend Appointments RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to appoint/reappoint the following independent contractor to the extra-curricular positions at an annual salary stipend as agreed upon by the Board of Education and the Clifton Teachers’ Association. School Club/Activity Position Name New/Reappointment WWMS Fishing Club – Split Timothy Wacha Reappointment WWMS Fishing Club – Split Karen Zito New Appointment WWMS Choreography Club Autumn DeEspositio New Appointment CHS National Art Honor Society Cynthia Sauchelli New Appointment CHS School Climate Club Shaina Peattie New Appointment CHS Academic Decathlon Matthew Stuart New Appointment P-11/16/16-16 -- Board Member Conference RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education approves the following board member for attendance/fees at the listed conference.

Lawrence Grasso Governance II Atlantic City, NJ 10/27/16 No Cost


P-11/16/16-17 – Amendment of Conference Request(s)

a. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the Conquer Math conference for Steven Anderson, Elementary Principal assigned to School #17, at the meeting of September 28, 2016 under Resolution P-9/28/16-19, be amended to reflect a cost of $121.50 per workshop for a total of $243.00.

b. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the Conquer Math conference for Joelle Rosetti, Interim Assistant Principal assigned to School #12 Annex, at the meeting of September 28, 2016 under Resolution P-9/28/16-19, be amended to reflect a cost of $121.50 per workshop for a total of $243.00. .

c. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the Conquer Math conference for Laura Zagorski, Interim Assistant Principal assigned to School #17, at the meeting of September 28, 2016 under Resolution P-9/28/16-19, be amended to reflect a cost of $121.50 per workshop for a total of $243.00. .

d. RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends the Conquer Math conference for Erin Zmuda, Supervisor of Mathematics Grades K-8 assigned to the District, at the meeting of September 14, 2016 under Resolution P-9/14/16-18, be amended to reflect a cost of $121.50 per workshop for a total of $243.00. P-11/16/16-18 -- Conference Request(s) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the following staff member(s) for attendance/fees at the listed conferences.

Employee Name

Conference/Workshop Location Date Expense

Richard Tardalo Fall Law Forum Atlantic City, NJ 10/27/16 $249.00

Jane Colca NJASL – Fall Conference Long Branch, NJ

11/18/16 $50.00

Thomas Cutalo 69th Annual Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Meeting & Clinical Symposium

Philadelphia, PA 1/6/17-1/9/17 $1,216.13, Registration $150.00, hotel $620.24, meals & incidentals $224.00, mileage $60.00, parking $147.00, tolls $15.00

Erika Lastra ASHA Convention Philadelphia, PA 11/18/16 $50.00 Kristin Checchi ASHA Convention Philadelphia, PA 11/17/16 $50.00 Mariannette Bonet

ESSA, School Climate Social-Emotional

Monroe Township, NJ

12/9/16 No Cost

Christie Rowland Building Self-Regulation in Edison, NJ 12/2/16 $50.00


Children Donna Wajda Pediatric Yoga & Mindfulness Teaneck, NJ 12/14/16 $50.00 Liana Kabbani Pediatric Yoga & Mindfulness Teaneck, NJ 12/14/16 $50.00 Maria Frost-McLauglin

Building Self-Regulation in Children

Edison, NJ 12/2/16 $50.00

Kelly Sutliff The 2016 Passaic County Youth Services Conference

Little Falls, NJ 12/15/16 No Cost

Betina Castano-Barboto

36th Annual Bilingual/ESL Conference

Wayne, NJ 12/2/16 $135.00, $3.14 mileage, Title III

Michael Ucci School Plant Planning Workshops

Franklin Township, NJ

12/3/16, 12/17/16, 1/14/17 & 1/21/17

$280.00, $23.70 mileage & tolls (per workshop)

Joseph Rivera NJSIAA/NJSCA Baseball Coach’s Clinic

Flemington, NJ 12/15/16 $50.00

Patricia Litchfield Understanding IRS Payroll Regulations Workshop

Neptune, NJ 12/9/16 $99.00, $40.00 mileage and tolls

Robin Reicher Understanding IRS Payroll Regulations Workshop

Neptune, NJ 12/9/16 $99.00

Peter Salzano Do’ & Don’ts of Reporting Child Abuse – Training for Educators

Wayne, NJ 11/18/16 No Cost

Peter Salzano Engaging Community, Empowering Families

Little Falls, NJ 12/15/16 No Cost

Peter Salzano Health Partnership Conference

Wayne, NJ 2/3/17 No Cost

Jacqueline Festa School Counselor Luncheon 12/2/16 Mahwah, NJ No Cost Kathleen MacDonald

STS General Meeting 12/2/16 Jamesburg, NJ No Cost

P-11/16/16-19 -- Reappointment of Substitutes RESOLVED, that the following listing of substitutes is hereby approved by the Clifton Board of Education for reappointment and granted promise of employment, if available, as substitutes, subject to call and dependent upon need, for the 2016-2017 school year.

Regina Hemsey Substitute Teacher P-11/16/16-20 -- Substitute Appointment(s) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the following personnel for assignment as per diem substitute for the 2016-2017 school year, as specified.

Emire Balki – Substitute Teacher Amanda Rhodes – Substitute Teacher Camilo Suriel – Substitute Teacher Christine Zelenka – Substitute Teacher


Gipssi Garcia – Substitute Secretary Shirley Mora – Substitute Secretary Luz Maldonado – Substitute Custodian Edwin Pagan – Substitute Custodian Jhon Salazar Fernandez – Substitute Custodian Rosanna Taveras Felix De Galan – Substitute Paraprofessional P-11/16/16-21 -- Personnel Appointments RESOLVED, that the following individuals are appointed in accordance with the stipulations as set forth in the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools. Employment is provisional, contingent upon a criminal record check in compliance with Title 18A:6-7.1c.

Michael Byrne Staff Accountant, replaces Michael Ucci who was changed in status

Administration Building

11/17/16-6/30/17

$53,550, pro-rated for lesser service

Ami Nydam TTR, Grade 4 Teacher, replaces Employee ID #2246, who is on MAT LOA

School #3 1/10/17-6/30/17 Step 1 of the 2016/2017 BA Salary Guide, $53,550, with benefits, pro-rated for lesser service

Karolina Sloniewski

Special Education Inclusion Teacher, new position

School #11 Start date to be determined-6/30/17

Step 1 of the 2016/2017 BA Salary Guide, $53,550, pro-rated for lesser service

Milena Ramos Bus Driver, replaces Suzanne Cook who retired

Transportation Department

11/17/16-6/30/17

Step 1 2014/2015 Bus Driver’s Salary Guide, $14,195, pending adoption of a new contract, pro-rated for lesser service

Kevin Lyons TTR, Physical Education/Family Life Teacher, replaces Employee ID #3167, who is on medical LOA

School #5 10/26/16-end date to be determined

Step 1 of the 2016/2017 BA Salary Guide, $53,550, with benefits, pro-rated for lesser service

Leyla Vidal p/t Paraprofessional, new position

School #17 11/17/16-6/30/17

Step 1 of the 2016/2017 p/t Paraprofessional Salary Guide $18,673, plus $750 (salary differential for 60 credits), pro-rated with lesser service

Heather McLaughlin

P/t Paraprofessional, new position

School #14 11/17/16-6/30/17

Step 1 of the 2016/2017 p/t Paraprofessional Salary Guide $18,673, plus $1,000 (salary differential for Associate’s Degree), pro-rated with lesser


service Christine Zelenka LTS, Science

Teacher, replaces Employee ID#1287 who is on MAT LOA

CCMS 11/17/16-1/20/17

BA Salary Guide for LTS, $32,000, pro-rated for lesser service

Kimberly Castellano

Kindergarten Aide, fills a new position

School #12 11/17/16-6/30/17

$10.00 per hour

Jessica Kuch TTR, Grade 6 Language Arts Teacher, replaces Employee ID #4702 who is on MAT LOA

WWMS 11/17/16-6/30/17

Step 1 of the 2016/2017 BA Salary Guide, $53,550, with benefits, pro-rated for lesser service

Sean Ulley Social Studies Teacher, replaces Scott Orlovsky who resigned

CHS 11/17/16-6/30/17

Step 1 of the 2016/2017 MA Salary Guide, $58,550, pro-rated for lesser service

Ivana Massa Environmental Science Teacher, replaces Michelle Christie who resigned

CHS 1/3/17-6/30/17 Step 1 of the 2016/2017 BA Salary Guide, $53,550, pro-rated for lesser service

Kasey Carr Social Studies Teacher, replaces Linda Gulich who retired

WWMS 1/3/17-6/30/17 Step 1 of the 2016/2017 BA Salary Guide, $53,550, pro-rated for lesser service

Vincent Vitiello Biology Teacher, replaces Christina Janulis who resigned

CHS Start to be determined-6/30/17


Rocio Pizzi p/t Paraprofessional, new position

To Be Determined 11/17/16-6/301/7

Step 1 of the 2016/2017 p/t Paraprofessional Salary Guide $18,673, plus $1,200 (salary differential for BA Degree) pro-rated with lesser service

Amalia Salomon p/t Paraprofessional, new position

School #5 11/17/16-6/30/17

Step 1 of the 2016/2017 p/t Paraprofessional Salary Guide $18,673, plus $500 (salary differential for 30 credits) pro-rated with lesser service

C. FINANCE/FACILITIES: Items F-11/16/16-01 through F-11/16/16-21 will be voted upon in one motion: MOTION BY__Tafari Anderson__SECOND BY___Arlene Agresti__VOTE___8-0___ YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Danny, Evans, Grasso, Passenti ABSTAIN: Bassford (check #’s 181073, 181396 and 181496 only), Passenti (check # 181382 only)


ABSENT: Pino F-11/16/16-01 -- Donation to WWMS and CHS RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to accept, with sincere gratitude, the donation of various cookbooks to WWMS and CHS and a letter of appreciation be forwarded to Mr. Uwe Toedter, Clifton, NJ, for this generous donation. F-11/16/16-02 -- Donation to School #9

RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to accept, with sincere gratitude, the donation of a Display Unit for the PTO in the amount of $450.22 and a mini fridge for ice packs in the amount of $138.03 to School #9 and a letter of appreciation be forwarded to the School #9 PTO for this generous donation. F-11/16/16-03 -- Donation to St. Peter’s Haven RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to accept, with sincere gratitude, the donation of fifteen food baskets, valued at $1,200.00 from the “Cheer Me Up Foundation”, to be donated to St. Peter’s Haven and that a letter of appreciation be forwarded to the “Cheer Me Up Foundation”, for this generous donation. F-11/16/16-04 -- Donation to WWMS RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to accept, with sincere gratitude, the donation of stage drops (backdrops), value of $10,000, to WWMS and a letter of appreciation be forwarded to Mr. Istvan Tamas of Clifton, NJ, for this generous donation. F-11/16/16-05 -- Approval for Transportation Services Agreement – 2016-2017 School Year RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education approves the Transportation Services Agreement with the Northern Region Educational Services Commission to transport our eligible students on the following routes, at the rates indicated:

Route # School Contractor # of

Students Est. Cost Per Route Surcharge

118B Children’s Inst. FS Transport 1 $240.39 $7.21

286F Holmstead School Town & Country 1 5,901.62 177.05

CSCH1 School #1 AKA Trans 1 14,996.00 449.88

RIVE Riverdale PS Jets Trans 1 4,560.00 136.80

12CLPS PS School #12 We Care Trans. Serv. 1 12,560.00 376.80

WOODPA Woodrow Wilson MS We Care Trans. Serv. 1 44.50 1.34

Total $38,302.51 $1,149.08

F-11/16/16-06 -- School Bus Emergency Evacuation Reports (see attachment) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education accepts the appended School Bus


Emergency Evacuation Drill Reports in accordance with NJAC 6A:27-11.2, conducted during the Fall of 2016. F-11/16/16-07 -- Annual Maintenance Budget Amount Worksheet and Comprehensive Maintenance Plan – (see attachment) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education authorizes the Business Administrator to submit the Annual Maintenance Budget Amount Worksheet (M-1) and Comprehensive Maintenance Plan for the district to the Executive County Superintendent of Schools for the 2015-2016, 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 school years. F-11/16/16-08 -- Renewal of Agreement with Valley Health Medical Group RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education renew its agreement with Valley Health Medical Group to provide random Alcohol and Drug Testing Services per DOT regulations for CDL personnel for the period from July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017 at an annual administration fee of $300.00 and $67.00 per DOT drug test and $55.00 per DOT alcohol test. F-11/16/16-09 -- Approval to Extend Contract with Floyd Hall Arena RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Schools recommends that the Clifton Board of Education authorizes the Business Administrator to extend the contract with Floyd Hall Arena, commence on 10/01/15 and terminate 9/30/17, for ice time for the CHS Hockey Team at $45,845.82 for the 2016-2017 season. F-11/16/16-10 -- Submission of Change of Use RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education approves the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to submit applications for the change of use for instructional purposes in district schools for approval by the Executive County Superintendent of Schools for the 2016-2017 school year as follows: School #16 Storage Room – OT/PT Storage Room – Behaviorist Office F-11/16/16-11 -- Requisition for Taxes (Other Than Debt Service) – (see attachment)

RESOLVED, that the amount of District Taxes exclusive of debt service requirements needed to meet the obligations of this Board for the next eight weeks is $10,904,420.00 and that the City of Clifton is hereby requested to place in the hands of the Treasurer of School Monies that amount within the next thirty days in accordance with the statutes relating thereto. These funds should be received no later than January 1, 2017. F-11/16/16-12 -- Certification of Budget Line Item Accounts – July, 2016 (see attachment) RESOLVED, that in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.12(c)4, the Clifton Board of Education certifies that no major account or fund has been over-expended, as per the attached reports, for the month ending July 31, 2016 and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.


F-11/16/16-13 -- Financial Reports – July, 2016 (see attachment) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education acknowledges receipt of the Report of the Treasurer and Report of the Secretary, as appended, for the month ending July 31, 2016. F-11/16/16-14 -- Certification of Budget Line Item Accounts – August, 2016 (see attachment) RESOLVED, that in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.12(c)4, the Clifton Board of Education certifies that no major account or fund has been over-expended, as per the attached reports, for the month ending August 31, 2016 and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. F-11/16/16-15 -- Financial Reports – August, 2016 (see attachment) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education acknowledges receipt of the Report of the Treasurer and Report of the Secretary, as appended, for the month ending August 31, 2016. F-11/16/16-16 -- Certification of Budget Line Item Accounts – September, 2016 (see attachment) RESOLVED, that in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.12(c)4, the Clifton Board of Education certifies that no major account or fund has been over-expended, as per the attached reports, for the month ending August 31, 2016 and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. F-11/16/16-17 -- Financial Reports – September, 2016 (see attachment) RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education acknowledges receipt of the Report of the Treasurer and Report of the Secretary, as appended, for the month ending August 31, 2016. F-11/16/16-18 -- Modifications to 2016-2017 Budget & Federal/State Programs – July, 2016 (see attachment) RESOLVED, that approval is granted for transfers between budget account lines, based on school related changes. F-11/16/16-19 -- Modifications to 2016-2017 Budget & Federal/State Programs – September, 2016 (see attachment) RESOLVED, that approval is granted for transfers between budget account lines, based on school related changes. F-11/16/16-20 -- Use of Facilities RESOLVED, that the Clifton Board of Education approves the below-listed requests for use of the district’s facilities, in accordance with Policy #7510-Use of School Facilities, at the fees listed:


3787 School #14 HSA

Monthly Meetings and Various HSA Events

School #14 AP Room

October 28, 2016 thru June 30, 2017 Various Dates 6:30pm to 9:30pm

Facilities: None Custodian: None

3788 School #8 Annex Parent Committee

Family Engagement Event

School #8 Annex School Grounds

November 12, 2016 Saturday 10pm to 5pm


3789 CCMS HSA NFL Football Players Basketball Game Fundraiser

CHS Gymnasium Cafeteria

January 13, 2017 Friday 5pm to 10pm


3790 Clifton Jr. Mustangs Wrestling

Wrestling Practices

CHS Gymnasium

November 28, 2016 thru March 1, 2017 Monday thru Friday 5:30pm to 8pm


3791 Clifton Jr. Mustangs Wrestling

Wrestling Dual Matches

CHS Gymnasium

December 15, 2016 thru January 26, 2017 Various Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm to 8pm


3792 School #17 HSA

HSA Meetings, Family Fun Night and Movie Night

School #17 Gymnasium Cafeteria Media Center

November 18, 2016 thru June 23, 2016 Various Fridays 5:30pm to 9pm


3793 Center for Family Resources – Head Start

Thanksgiving Dance

School #15 Gymnasium

November 18, 2016 Friday 5:30pm to 7:30pm


3794 School #11 HSA

Tae Kwon Do Night

School #11 AP Room

November 4, 2016 Friday 6pm to 8pm



3795 School #14 HSA

HSA Fundraiser School #14 Gymnasium

November 17 and 18, 2016 Thursday and Friday 4:30pm to 6:30pm


3796 Academic Decathlon of NJ

Academic Competition

WWMS Auditorium Classrooms

January 28, 2017 Saturday 6:30am to 6pm


3797 Clifton Mustang Marching Band

Clinics for Drum Majorettes and Color guard

School #14 School Grounds Auditorium

February 15, 2017 thru June 7, 2017 Wednesdays 6:30pm to 7:45pm


3798 Clifton Mustang Marching Band

Clinics for Drum Majorettes and Color guard

CHS Gymnasium

June 8, 2017 Thursday 2:30pm to 7:30pm


3799 North Jersey School Music Association

NJSMA - Region Auditions

CHS Auditorium Cafeterias Media Center

February 4, 2017 Saturday 7am to 6pm


3800 Palestinian American Community Center

Youth Basketball Program

School #11 Gymnasium (pending schools schedule)

December 5, 2016 thru May 29, 2017 Mondays thru Thursdays 6pm to 8pm


3801 D3 Dancenter Dress Rehearsal and Recital

CHS Auditorium Cafeteria

June 16 and 17, 2017 Friday and Saturday 4pm to 10:30pm(Friday) 12pm to 8pm (Saturday)

Facilities: $2,800.00 Custodian: $40.00/hr.

3802 School #4 PTO Family Activity School #4 AP Room

November 18, 2016 December 16, 2016 Fridays 6pm to 8pm



3803 Clifton Boys and Girls Club

Basketball Practice

WWMS Gymnasium (works with Rec Dept)

November 14, 2016 thru March 20, 2017 Mondays thru Thursdays 6pm to 9pm


F-11/16/16-21 -- Claims List (see attachment) RESOLVED, that the claims represented, as appended, having been found in order by the Board Secretary/Business Administrator are hereby ordered to be released for payment when funds are available, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the claims be entered in the Board’s official minutes and be open to further inspection by Board Members and others entitled to inspect same.

Payroll (Oct. 6th) $ 9,950.18 Payroll (Oct. 14th) $ 4,849,501.98 Payroll (Oct. 30th) $ 4,911,787.71List of Bills (Oct.) $ 146,458.75List of Bills (Oct. – Pgs. 1-104) $ 5,731,312.19 Total $15,649,010.81

ADDENDUM B. PERSONNEL: Items P-11/16/16-22 and P-11/16/16-23 will be voted upon in one motion. MOTION BY Tafari Anderson SECOND BY Arlene Agresti VOTE 8-0 YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Danny, Evans, Grasso, Passenti ABSENT: Pino P-11/16/16-22 -- Resignations RESOLVED, that the following resignations, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, are hereby approved by the Clifton Board of Education.

Sheila Dostanko School #12 Kindergarten Aide Effective November 29, 2016 P-11/16/16-23 -- Personnel Appointments RESOLVED, that the following individuals are appointed in accordance with the stipulations as set forth in the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools. Employment is provisional, contingent upon a criminal record check in compliance with Title 18A:6-7.1c.

Anca Erli School Nurse, replaces Regina McKniff who retired

School #5 Start to be determined-6/30/17


Sheila Dostanko TTR, Grade 4 Teacher, School #12 11/30/16-end Step 1 of the 2016/2017


replaces Employee ID #6469 who is on MAT LOA

date to be determined

MA Salary Guide, $58,550, with benefits, pro-rated for lesser service

PUBLIC RECOGNITION: Carlos Polanco questioned about the Board voting on a conference that was already attended. He also had a question on the cost of another conference as well as an update on the CHS retaining wall. He commented about the need for a communications person and more transparency. He regrets Mr. Evans is leaving the Board. Elaine Lux, School 16 parent, thanked the district for the landscaping at the school. She thanked Mr. and Mrs. Evans. She read a thank you letter from the parents stating that this issue was about doing something nice in the district and should be celebrated. She commented that Mr. Evans will be missed. A female citizen thanked Mr. Evans and spoke about the role of the Board. She thanked the Board as well and commented that the use of surveys should be voted upon. Tova Felder congratulated the newly elected Board members and bid farewell to Mr. Evans. She is sorry to see him go. She commented that the fishing club at WW fishes in lakes. She read a letter written by her husband regarding school safety. Jim Lux spoke on behalf of his daughter (CHS sophomore) about the closing of the high school weight room at the end of the month and commented that the weight room is closing for 3 months. Joe Canova commented that School 3 does not have a music program/teacher for kindergarten or first grade. Allison Proszowski thanked the city of Clifton for the opportunity to run for the Board of Education and thanked those who voted for her. She is sad to see Mr. Evans go. She will run again for the Board, although she will be transferring to another college and will not run next year. She is donating her remaining campaign money to scholarships. Frank Kasper thanked everybody for their support and will remain active in the community. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS: Mr. Evans – thanked the speakers and congratulated the newly elected Board members. He read a prepared statement and commented that he cannot speak further on advice of counsel. Mr. Grasso – congratulated the newly elected Board members and students of the month for September and October. He thanked and commented about the veterans and also thanked the speakers. He wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Ms. Bassford – commented about the importance of Veteran’s Day in her house. She also remarked that voting is taken very seriously; she voted for Allison and Mr. Evans. She is very proud of Allison and commented that she will do great things in the future. She congratulated the newly elected Board members and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Mr. Anderson – spoke about the weight room and requested to add the issue to the next facilities agenda. He commented that the Board has an obligation to discuss the lack of music program at School #3. He remarked that the Technology Plan was not brought to the facilities committee. He thanked the veterans and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays. Ms. Pino – thanked the speakers and explained why she was late for the meeting. She thanked everyone for her re-election to the Board. She congratulated Mr. Passenti and Mr. Abedrabbo. She thanked Mr. Evans for his service. She wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Mr. Daley – Thanked Ms. Kusielewicz and Mr. Mountain for their presentations and thanked all who ran for the Board. He also thanked Mr. Evans for his service and congratulated Mr. Passenti, Ms. Pino and Mr. Abedrabbo. He wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and thanked the veterans. Ms. Danny – thanked Ms. Kusielewicz and Mr. Mountain for their presentations and congratulated the candidates who ran for the Board, congratulated Ms. Pino, Mr. Passenti and Mr. Abedrabbo. She thanked Mr. Evans and the veterans. She wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Ms. Agresti – thanked everyone for their phone calls and flowers during her convalescence. She commented that it was nice to see the large amount of people running for the Board. She thanked the veterans and wished everyone a nice Thanksgiving.


Mr. Tardalo – congratulated Mr. Abedrabbo, Ms. Pino and Mr. Passenti and thanked Mr. Evans for his service. He commented about the veteran’s celebration on November 18th at WWMS. He spoke about the CHS play and thanked Ms. Kusielewicz and Mr. Mountain for their presentations. He commented about on-site college applications. He thanked the speakers and commented about the weight room. Coaches are encouraged to take their students to use the weight room. He wished a Happy Thanksgiving to all. Mr. Passenti – thanked Ms. Kusielewicz and Mr. Mountain for their presentations and spoke about the Thanksgiving Day football game and Veteran’s Day Parade. He congratulated all candidates who ran for the Board and thanked Mr. Evans for his service and looks forward to working with Ms. Pino. He congratulated Mr. Abedrabbo and looks forward to what he will bring to the Board. He thanked Allison for running for the Board and thanked his family for their support. He wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. NEW BUSINESS:

1. Ms. Bassford made a motion that all committee meetings be audio taped and audio tapes be distributed to all Board members prior to a Board meeting.

MOTION BY Judy Bassford SECOND BY Lawrence Grasso It was suggested that this issue be reviewed with the Board attorney before a final decision is made. It was noted that there is a perceived lack of communication on the Board and perhaps a Committee of the Whole could be considered. A motion was made to table this issue until the next meeting. MOTION BY James Daley SECOND BY Arlene Agresti VOTE 7-2 YES: Agresti, Anderson, Daley, Danny, Grasso, Pino, Passenti NO: Bassford, Evans

2. Mr. Anderson brought up the letter written regarding flowers planted at School #16. The process of landscaping was addressed in committee. He requested to discuss this in private. He noted that advisory opinion A10-15 limits what Board members can and cannot do.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: 9:08 PM MOTION FOR RESOLUTION to convene in Executive Session to discuss various Personnel, Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying report for September 2016, litigation and attorney/client privilege matters. IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President will announce that following Executive Session, the public will be advised of the nature of the discussion and/or notified when formal action may be taken. MOTION BY___Arlene Agresti___SECOND BY___Tafari Anderson___VOTE____9-0____ YES: Agresti, Anderson, Bassford, Daley, Danny, Evans, Grasso, Pino, Passenti

Action will not be taken RETURN FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION 10:14 PM Roll call upon return from executive session showed all present except Arlene Agresti ADJOURNED: 10:17 PM


[NOTE: This document is subject to additions, withdrawals, and modifications without notice.] Respectfully submitted, Edward J. Appleton Interim Business Administrator/Board Secretary EJA/ld

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