Mr. Wager stated that the district continues to have a solid financial position, that the school lunch fund attained a profit again this year and was able to increase its fund balance, and a good balance exists in the capital reserve fund. He added that the fund balance in the general fund remains positive but advised against continued use of a large amount of that reserve against the property tax levy on a long-term basis since if such a surplus did not exist in a future year, an increase in the property tax levy would be necessary.
He is pleased to see that the school board is monitoring budget status on a continuous basis and encouraged that this continue in light of uncertain and changing economic conditions.
Mr. Wager noted that the management letter indicates that proper checks and balances and internal controls are in place and that the business office staff does an excellent job. He is pleased to see that the recommendations for some minor items noted in last year’s management letter were addressed.
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He noted that the new auditing procedures that take effect next year would result in an entirely different audit report and management letter. The reports will encompass 25 to 30 pages and include more comparative data for present and prior years. He noted that his staff has just completed its first audit using the new format in preparation for use for reports of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2003.
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Mr. Havens stated that the district appreciates the work and advice from Mr. Wager’s firm and thanked him for his visit and reports.
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| Gillian Sullivan, 6184 Knickerbocker Road, Ontario, asked what uses would occur when the space at the high school currently leased to Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES is available to our district. Mr. Havens reviewed preliminary plans for use of that space by the high school.
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| Gillian Sullivan, supra, asked If any new programs were planned with the potential for use of the present leased space by our district. Mr. Havens noted changes in state requirements and local scheduling options will result in some new courses.
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| | ITEMS FOR BOARD OF EDUCATION ACTION | | | | | | | | | | |
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| A. PERSONNEL CHANGES
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| Mr. Havens presented the following personnel changes for review and consideration by the Board of Education:
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RESOLUTION TO GRANT TENURE TO
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ROBERT ARMOCIDA & SANDRA WOODARD
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| RESOLVED, that, upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, the following named persons, who are certified in the area of educational administration, are hereby appointed to tenure in the areas and dates as noted:
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| Robert Armocida
| Educational Administration |
November 21, 2002 | | |
| Sandra Woodard
| | | Educational Administration | | November 7, 2002 | | |
| INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF
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| RESIGNATIONS:
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Michelle Guerrieri, as department chairperson, special education, middle school, effective September 27, 2002
(personal reasons)
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Marian Wulfert, as Team Leader, Grade 8 Mars Team, middle school, effective October 1, 2002
(personal reasons)
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Sharon Hetzler, special education teacher, assigned to the middle school, a two-year probationary position effective September 26, 2002 through September 25, 2004 at $42,142.
(replacement for Michelle Guerrieri, resigned)
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| Colleen Meagher, elementary teacher, assigned to Freewill Elementary School, a temporary appointment effective September 1, 2002 through January 24, 2003 at $32,750, pro-rated
(replacement for both Lori Dow and Laurie Gilbert, on leave)
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| LEAVE OF ABSENCE:
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Jenny Wing, elementary teacher, assigned to the middle school, a paid disability leave of absence, anticipated January 6 through February 28, 2003
(child-rearing)
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| SUPPORTIVE STAFF:
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| RESIGNATIONS:
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Elaine Cantwell, food service worker, assigned to the high school, effective September 1, 2002 (personal reasons)
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Kathy Town, typist, assigned to transportation, effective September 30,
2002 (contingent on appointment as head bus driver)
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| Denise West, teacher aide (1:1), effective October 10, 2002
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Linda Cone, food service worker, assigned to Ontario Elementary School, a permanent civil service appointment effective November 11, 2002
(having completed a successful probationary period)
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Kim Graham, 1.0 FTE teacher aide (1:1), assigned to the high school, a temporary civil service appointment effective September 30, 2002 through June 30, 2003 at $7.65/hour (amended from .50 FTE to 1.0 FTE from the September 11, 2002 personnel action due to an increased need at the high school)
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Kim Kramer, teacher aide (1:1), assigned to the high school, a temporary civil service appointment effective October 10, 2002 through June 30, 2003 at $7.65/hour
(replacement for Robin Tomaselli, resigned)
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John Leone, food service worker, assigned to the high school, a part-time six-month probationary civil service appointment effective September 25, 2002 at $7.05/hour
(replacement for Elaine Cantwell, resigned)
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Kathy Town, head bus driver, transportation, a six-month probationary civil service appointment effective September 30, 2002 through March 30, 2003 at $13.95/hour
(replacement for Frances Schoonmaker, retired)
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Dawn Wooster, teacher aide, assigned to Ontario Elementary School, a permanent civil service appointment effective September 28, 2002
(having completed a successful probationary period)
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Addendum to the Annual Appointment of Substitute Bus Drivers
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| See Listing, Clerk’s Agenda File, This Meeting
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| Mr. Wyse offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Robusto, to approve/adopt the personnel changesas recommended by the superintendent of schools. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Ratcliffe), Carried.
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| RESOLUTION TO CREATE SIX (6) NEW TEACHER AIDE POSITIONS (1:1)
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Mr. Havens presented the proposal for creation of six (6) new 1:1 teacher aide positions for review and consideration by the Board of Education.
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Mr. Robusto offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Wyse, to adopt a RESOLUTION for creation of six (6) new 1:1 teacher aide positions, TO WIT:
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RESOLUTION TO CREATE SIX (6) TEACHER AIDE POSITIONS (1:1)
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RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby creates six (6) positions (1.0 FTE each) in the classification of teacher aide, and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the six (6) teacher aide positions shall be designated as 1:1 aides
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| | On the question, the RESOLUTION was adopted by a vote of 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Ratcliffe).
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C. CSE PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
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| Mr. Havens presented the pupil placement recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for review and consideration by the Board of Education.
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| Mrs. Brunner offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Triou, to adopt a RESOLUTION for pupil placements by the Committee on Special Education, TO WIT:
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| | RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and authorizes the Director of Student Services to arrange the recommended special programs and services.
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| On the question, the RESOLUTION was adopted by a vote of 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Ratcliffe).
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D. CAST BALLOT FOR AREA 2 DIRECTOR ● NYS SCHOOL BOA |
RDS ASSOCIATION
| | Mr. Havens noted that each school board in Area 2 of the NYS School Boards Association is eligible to cast a ballot for a member of the Board of Directors of the state association.
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The nominee for re-election to a two (2)-year term as Area 2 Director is Mrs. Lyn Gay of Bloomfield, who is a member of the Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES Board of Education.
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Mrs. Brunner offered a MOTION to cast a ballot for Mrs. Lyn Gay, of Bloomfield, who is a member of the Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES Board of Education, as Area 2 Director of the NYS School Boards Association and authorize the school board president to execute said ballot on behalf of the Board of Education. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Ratcliffe). Carried.
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E. CONSENSUS AGENDA
(1)
| Reports of the School District Treasurer (A/O 7/31/02 & 8/31/02)
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| Resolution to Accept Independent Audit & Management Letter, FY Ending June 30, 2002
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| Accept Gifts to the School District (Furniture Items, Martino Flynn)
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| Resolution to Approve Change Order (CO-4, Floor Tile, High School)
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| Resolution to for Observance of Red Ribbon Week, 2002
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| | Mr. Havens presented the consensus agenda for review and consideration by the Board of Education.
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| | Mrs. Brunner offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Robusto, to adopt/approve the consensus agenda, as presented by the superintendent of schools, as follows:
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(1)
| Receive & file reports of the school district treasurer for the periods ending July 31, and August 31, 2002
(copies attached to these minutes in the minute book)
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| Adopt a RESOLUTION for acceptance of the report & findings of the independent auditor, and management letter, FY Ending June 30, 2002, TO WIT:
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RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT THE ANNUAL EXTERNAL
AUDIT REPORT & MANAGEMENT LETTER
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(Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2002)
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education does hereby accept the Report on Accounts & Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2002 & the Management Letter for same, as prepared by Raymond P. Wager, CPA, P.C., independent auditors, and authorize and direct the district clerk to forward certified copies and issue public notice as required by law (copy filed in clerk's file)
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| Accept gifts to the school district of various desks, files, chairs and other office furniture and accessories valued at $12,454.00 from Martino Flynn for use in the high school
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| Adopt a RESOLUTION to approve a change order for floor tile at James A. Beneway High School, TO WIT:
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| RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER CO-4
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| FOR CAPITAL FACILITIES PROJECT
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BE IT RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, the Board of Education of Wayne Central School District hereby approves change order CO-4 in the amount of $25,520 to Marcor Remediation for cost of additional floor tile to match the tile pattern at James A. Beneway High School.
(5)
| Adopt a RESOLUTION for observance of Red Ribbon Week, 2002, TO WIT:
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RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH OCTOBER 23 - 31, 2002
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AS RED RIBBON WEEK IN THE
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WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, alcohol and other drug abuse in this nation has reached epidemic stages, and the 15-24 year old age group is dying from these causes at a faster rate than any other age group; and
WHEREAS, underage drinkers consume 12% of all alcohol purchased in the United States, including 51% of 12 to 14 year-old students and 65% of 15 to 17 year students, and
WHEREAS, it is imperative that visible, unified prevention education efforts by community members be launched to reduce the demand for drugs & alcohol; and
WHEREAS, the greater community and its representatives, both public and private, groups and individuals, will demonstrate their commitment to drug-free, healthy lifestyles by wearing and displaying red ribbons during a week-long campaign, NOW, THEREFORE
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District hereby proclaims October 23 - 31, 2002 as Red Ribbon Week in the Wayne Central School District and encourages citizens to participate in drug and alcohol prevention education activities, making a visible statement that we are strongly committed to a drug-free community.
THIS RESOLUTION TAKES EFFECT UPON ADOPTION.
| Mr. Robusto noted the substantial amount of furniture donated by Martino Flynn; Mr. Havens noted Mrs. Morrin learned of the items and made arrangements for their donation to the high school. Mr. Robusto asked if thank you notes are issued; Mr. Havens stated they are.
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| On the question, the consensus agenda was adopted/approved by a vote of 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Ratcliffe), Carried
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Mr. Havens reviewed the current requirements for graduation, how they differ from prior years, and the new types of diplomas students will receive.
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Mr. Robusto asked about change in grading requirements; Mr. Havens provided details.
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On the question, theconsensus agendawas approved/adopted by a vote of 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Ratcliffe).
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| ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT - None |
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XIV.
| ADDITIONAL BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS |
A.
| Mr. Griswold reported on his attendance at the recent meeting for review of proposed resolutions for the state school boards meeting by Area 2 school districts. He will share copies of the report of that meeting with Mrs. Lyke and Mrs. Diller, our voting delegate/alternate, when it is published.
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| Mr. Robusto asked that the school board submit the topic of drainage along the northern boundary of the Ontario Center campus as an item for the joint meeting of the school board and the Walworth and Ontario Town Boards on October 24th at the Walworth Town Hall. He has had input on this issue from some property owners.
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| Mr. Johnson extended compliments to Mr. Switzer for earning state honors for the district newsletter and die cut school bus and national honors for the 2001-2002 school calendar he designed and produced and for his selection as a panelist for the October workshop for school district clerks sponsored by the Four County School Boards Association. Trustees and school personnel recognized these honors by a round of applause.
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| Mr. Triou offered a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 8:49 p.m. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Ratcliffe). Carried.
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Respectfully submitted,
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JAMES E. SWITZER
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School District Clerk
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Ontario Center, New York 14520
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BOARD OF EDUCATION MINUTES
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DATE: Thursday, October 24, 2002
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TYPE: Joint Meeting of Board of Education w/
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| Walworth & Ontario Town Boards
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PRESENT: Board of Education:Trustees Brunner, Griswold, Johnson, Ratcliffe, Robusto, Triou, Wyse; District Clerk Switzer; Administrators Havens, Atseff, Spring; Town of Ontario: Town Board members Clark, Brewer, Shears; Town of Walworth: Town Board Member Guelli.
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ABSENT: Trustees Diller Lyke
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GUESTS: Visitor’s Roster filed in clerk’s file, this meeting
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I.
| CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. by Frank Guelli, Walworth Town Supervisor | | | | | |
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II.
| PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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| WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
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Mr. Guelli extended welcome to school and town officials and visitors to the Walworth Town Hall. He noted the large number of advanced government class students from the high school attending to meet class requirements to observe town and school board meetings.
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Town and school officials present introduced themselves. Mr. Guelli noted that these joint meetings occur about every four months and provide an opportunity for exchange of ideas and topics among local officials.
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| ITEMS SUBMITTED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
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A. UPDATE ON FIRST ACADEMY APARTMENTS
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Mr. Havens asked about the status of efforts by the Town of Walworth to obtain ownership of the former First Academy Apartments at 2264 Academy Street. The building was formerly the Walworth High School (1930 to 1949) and Walworth Elementary School (1949 to 1979).
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Mr. Guelli stated that the Walworth Town Board wishes to use the building as a community center. He is working with county officials to have prior year unpaid taxes forgiven so the town could obtain title by payment of current unpaid taxes. He added that the town board appreciates the assistance of the Board of Education in waiving unpaid school taxes on the site.
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Mr. Guelli noted potential uses of the gym and classroom areas for recreational programs, some classrooms as meeting rooms, the former kitchen and dining room for community groups to host meals and events and possibly twelve (12) senior citizen apartments in the l957 single-story wing of the structure. Rental of space by other agencies, including the school district, is also planned.
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Mr. Havens stated that Wayne Central and Gananda Central officials have interest in joint alternative education programs and other possible uses at the site if the town’s plans are successful. Mr. Guelli stated he is anxious to have the facility available and returned to active uses.
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Mr. Clark asked how the Town of Walworth proposes to pay for repairs and improvements to the site. Mr. Guelli stated that town officials would pursue a combination of grants and bonding for renovations and improvements.
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Mrs. Brunner asked who owns the building at this time; Mr. Guelli stated Rural Housing Services, Inc. of Washington, D. C.
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B. AGREEMENT BY MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOR SATELLITE CENTER
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Mr. Havens announced that Monroe Community College (MCC) has agreed to establish a satellite center at James A. Beneway High School for evening classes beginning in September of 2003. Both local students and residents will have access to varied college courses at the Ontario Center site and MCC staff will work with local students on career planning.
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He stated that this agreement is the result of more than 12 months of discussions and provides a great opportunity for our students and our community.
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C. UPDATE ON CAPITAL FACILITIES PROJECT
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Mr. Havens stated that school officials are grateful for the community’s support on October 8th of the facilities proposition and provided an update on planning for the project. Meetings are now underway among school staff members on
final details for the school architect to use in developing plans for approval by the NYS Education Department. That process is expected to take 10 to 12 months.
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Pending no delays at the state level, the bidding process could occur in fall of 2003 and construction could start the following spring. Completion of the work is projected for fall, 2005.
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Mr. Havens noted that school and town officials would meet to review modifications to uses of facilities or fields that the capital improvement project might require to allow for advance planning.
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Mr. Robusto relayed questions he has received about who has responsibility for drainage in the creek bed along the north boundary line of the school district campus in Ontario Center. Residents who have spoken to him have received varying responses from town and school officials. Drainage by property owners west of Ontario Center Road and of school fields is and will be restricted.
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Mr. Robusto asked how determinations are made for drainage improvements and suggested that the Town of Ontario seek temporary easements to complete the work. Mr. Havens stated he has previously discussed with Mr. Tyo, watershed management committee chairperson, options for removal of the debris in the creek. He added that the school district has just recently completed an updated survey of the north boundary; in some cases the creek bed is entirely on school property and in others, only a portion of the creek bed is on school property.
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Mr. Clark reviewed how the town-wide watershed management program operates and is funded. Appx. $90,000 is raised from property taxes each year. The watershed management committee prepares an annual plan for addressing needs for consideration by the town board. He will look into the issues raised by Mr. Robusto.
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| E. POSSIBLE JOINT EFFORTS FOR INTER-CAMPUS ROADWAY
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Mr. Robusto suggested exploring joint efforts among school, town, county and state public works agencies to use fill material from highway construction and annual community improvement projects by the Corps of Engineers to establish an inter-campus roadway at the Ontario Center campus. He believes that such an approach might also include work by college-level engineering students and local students and could afford a win-win situation for local taxpayers
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V. ITEMS SUBMITTED BY WALWORTH TOWN BOARD
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| NOMINATIONS FOR “Catch-A-Kid” PROGRAM
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| | Mr. Guelli stated that the Walworth Town Board presented some 18 awards so far in 2002, nearly double the number presented last year, for “Catch-A-Kid” awards for good deeds or special contributions to the community by local youth as part of the Hopeworks program. Mr. Clark stated that the Ontario Town Board has not received many nominations this year.
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Mr. Guelli stated he has actively participated in the Hopeworks programs for asset building and for connecting local students and families to health and human services agencies. He urged school officials to continue the Hopeworks program in future years and return the Hopeworks coordinator to full-time status.
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Mr. Havens noted that budget planning for 2003-2004 has not yet started and that Mrs. Woodard, director of student services, is working with the Hopeworks coordinator. The steering committee has submitted a grant application to cover some program expenses.
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VI.
| ITEMS FROM ONTATRIO TOWN BOARD
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A.
| RENEWAL OF OPERATING LICENSE ● GINNA NUCLEAR POWER PLANT
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| (Public Meetings, November 6, 2002, Re: Environmental Impact Statement)
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| Mr. Clark shared information about two public meetings scheduled by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) on Wednesday, November 6, 2002, for review of environmental issues pertaining to the proposed renewal of the operating license for the Ginna Nuclear Power Station in the Town of Ontario.
(copy of announcement in clerk’s agenda files, this meeting)
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| Two identical sessions are planned, one at 1:30 p.m. and another at 7:00 p.m., both at the Webster Public Library. Both the NRC and RG&E will make presentations followed by time for public input and comment.
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| Mr. Clark encouraged all interested parties to attend and expressed disappointment that the NRC decided not to conduct the hearings in the Town of Ontario where the nuclear power station is located as the NRC has previously assured him. He is hopeful that such action is not a precursor of how the NRC will consider concerns raised by town officials and local residents.
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| He noted that two large volumes of material are on file at the Ontario Town Hall which outline the numerous and varied topics included in the preparation of the preliminary environmental impact statement (EIS) as part of the application process for renewal of the plant’s operating license for an additional twenty (20) years beginning in 2009. Topics range from the number of fish eggs in the warm cooling water at the plant to the effects on waterlife of warm and cold water in Lake Ontario.
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The review also includes review of the economic impact of the power plant on local employment, tax base, tax rates and if the local housing and municipal infrastructure is sufficient to support renewal of the license.
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Questions from the audience on the topic asked how much longer fishing restrictions will remain in place at the plant, if failure of the license renewal to occur would impact the capital improvement project approved by local voters on October 8th and the current assessed value of the plant.
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Mr. Clark stated that the security precautions and restrictions at the nuclear plant will remain indefinitely in light of national security concerns. Mr. Havens stated that the facilities project will continue as approved by voters; shifts in the amount paid by local taxpayers could occur if the assessed value of the nuclear power plant changes.
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Mr. Clark stated that the 2002 assessed value of the nuclear power plant is $158 million.
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Mr. Griswold asked how much the power plant pays in school taxes; Mr. Clark stated over $3 million in 2001.
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Mr. Johnson asked if any change in distribution of county sales tax to school districts was planned by the Wayne County Board of Supervisors and asked both town/county supervisors to keep school officials posted of any proposed changes.
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Mr. Clark and Mr. Guelli noted that while the county board’s finance chairperson continues to cite the annual loss of over $1 million in S.T.A.R. aid to local schools due to the sales tax distribution, county supervisors as a whole do not support changing the distribution of sales tax with the schools at this time. Preliminary estimates have shown that taxpayers in the western townships would experience minimal overall tax savings and a significant increase in school taxes would occur in the eastern townships.
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County officials have discussed having a professional advisor review how changes in distribution of sales tax would impact taxpayers at the school, town, village and county levels. Mr. Johnson noted that school districts would need to plan ahead to phase-in any future changes in sales tax distribution.
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Wayne Central School District receives appx. $800,000 in sales taxes revenue each year.
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Mrs. Brunner asked town supervisors about the intended use of the recently approved 35 cent monthly surcharge on cellular telephone bills of Wayne County residents and why county employee uses of cellular phones were exempted from the surcharge.
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Mr. Clark, who chairs the public safety committee of the Board of Supervisors, cited the increased use of cellular telephones instead of regular telephones by residents, the number of calls to the 911 center from cellular phone users and the existing surcharge on regular telephone bills as criteria for the surcharge. The estimated $75,000 in annual revenue from the new surcharge is earmarked to support the county E-911 center and services in lieu of an increase in the property tax. Estimates show the surcharge will save about 2 cents on the county tax rate vz. an additional $4.20 per year for each cellular telephone user.
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Mr. Wyse noted the low amount of prior notice to the community of the recent public hearing was the reason for little comment or input from the public. Mr. Guelli stated he received a few letters and telephone calls on the topic.
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Mr. Robusto noted that $16 of $48 of a recent monthly phone bill at his home was for taxes and surcharges.
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Mrs. Brunner asked town supervisors about the number and role of committees of the Wayne County Board of Supervisors on which they serve.
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Mr. Guelli stated that he chairs the public health committee and serves on committees on finance, planning and highway in addition to numerous additional committees such as the jail advisory board, the community services board and Hopeworks council, among others.
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Mr. Clark noted that he is chairperson of the public safety committee and serves on committees on social services, public health, judicial and personnel as well as the 911 council and fire advisory board, among others. He noted that he participated in a state drill of the emergency procedures at Ginna Station conducted on October 22nd and a federal drill is planned next month.
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| Melissa Miller, 6982 Lakeside Road, Ontario, asked about the Hopeworks program. Mr. Guelli nd Mr. Havens provided details about the character asset building activities and links to health and human services agencies.
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| Sara Goggins, 861 Atlantic Avenue, Walworth, asked how the renovations and improvements to the high school will effect the collection and space in the high school’s library-media center; Mr. Havens provided details.
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| Stephanie Young, 432 Ontario Drive, Ontario, asked about the effect of the heated water from the nuclear power station on the biology of Lake Ontario and noted the additional algae that tends to form during the summer months. Mr. Clark commented on changes in the clarity of lake water due to zebra mussels and deeper penetration of light into the lake waters and noted that the Town of Ontario has installed a new, deeper water intake pipeline in the past few years.
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| A student asked about the courses students might take at the new MCC satellite center at the high school; Mr. Havens reviewed course offerings planned.
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| Sara Goggins, supra, asked if local teachers of Gemini courses would teach at the MCC satellite center; Mr. Havens stated the MCC instructors would teach the courses along with some local staff members.
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| Leigh Murray, 1175 Plank Road, Ontario, asked if the school district would take steps to insure that school facilities remain safe when they are opened to the community through the MCC satellite center; Mr. Havens stated that the agreement with MCC addresses that topic.
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| Sara Hoggins, supra, asked how MCC would address the safety issues and who would pay those costs; Mr. Havens provided details.
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| Angela Affronti, 477 Whitney Road, Ontario, asked if the community swimming pool would be voted on again anytime soon given the slim margin of the recent vote and how the public can show interest in doing so. Mr. Johnson stated that if the public sought another vote on a pool, the school board would consider it and that a process exists for that to occur. He does not expect that the school board will propose the idea again.
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| Craig Connelly, 734 Jacobs Road, Macedon, asked about the length of the agreement with MCC for the satellite center and if the school district could change or end the agreement if the satellite center ties up resources that the schools may need in the future. Mr. Havens stated the agreement is for 2 years and provides opportunity for review by both parties. He added that MCC has also agreed to help in design of the new science classrooms at the high school.
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Mr. Johnson extended thanks to the Walworth Town Board for hosting this meeting,
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Mr. Havens stated that the Board of Education is host for the next three boards’ meeting on April 23, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. at James A. Beneway High School.
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Respectfully submitted,
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JAMES E. SWITZER
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School District Clerk
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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The foregoing minutes of the Board of Education were submitted for review & (approved as presented)(corrected as noted) at the meeting of
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Att. 3
WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
______________________________________________________
To: Michael Havens, Superintendent of Schools
From: Abi Buddington, Director of Human Resources
Re: Personnel Action
Date: November 6, 2002
The following is submitted for your review and approval.
INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF
In August 2002 we applied for and won a Reading for Results grant for $266,000 to focus on early literacy. As a part of that grant we are creating seven (7) literacy coach positions. The following resolution will establish these positions.
RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH EXTRA-DUTY P
OSITION OF LITERACY COACH
RESOLVED by the Board of Education of Wayne Central School District that the position of literacy coach is hereby established to support the activities of the REA Grant awarded to the school district, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said positions are hereby considered as extra-duty responsibilities of teaching staff members, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that seven (7) such literacy coach positions be created, effective September 1, 2002, at compensation established for team leaders in the current collective bargaining agreement with the Wayne Teachers' Association
Resignations:
None
Leave of Absence:
Janice Hyde – Elementary Teacher, assigned to Ontario Primary School, an extension of a paid FMLA leave of absence effective October 13, 2002 through December 2, 2002. For medical reasons.
Appointments:
Addendum to the Annual Appointment of Team Leaders/Grade Level Chairpersons 2002-2003: (rate $1,630 plus $83 per supervised teacher)
Name Grade Level Bldg. Salary
Bill Thompson Grade Two OP $2,128.00
Heather Glossner Grade Five OE $1,022.50
Wendy Herrick Grade Six Neptune (2nd semester) MS $1,043.25
(replacing Nancy Driscoll, correction)
Tracy LaVacca Grade Six Pluto (1st semester) MS $1,043.25
Alan Etkin Grade Six Pluto (2nd semester) MS $1,043.25
Jennifer Wing Grade Eight Mars MS $2,128.00
(replacing Marian Wulfert, resigned)
Addendum to the Annual Appointment of Advisors, Supervisors, Scorers, Timekeepers 2002-2003
Name Activity Bldg. Salary
Jen Oppelt Student Senate (Gov’t.) HS $660
Barb Carlisle History Club MS $872 ($1,744/2)
JoAnne Hurley History Club MS $872 ($1,744/2)
Tom Siembor Key Club HS $512
Michelle Timothy Masterminds HS $1,320
Lisa Twitchell Math Team HS $1,847
Kathy Walker Newspaper MS $263.66 ($791/3)
Amy Tobin Newspaper MS $263.66 ($791/3)
Jenni Borowiak Newspaper MS $263.66 ($791/3)
Beth Burns Ski Club MS $330
Kevin Shoemaker Ski Club MS $330
Dave Marean Varsity Club HS $1,017
Annual Appointment of Literacy Coaches 2002-2003: at team leader rate ($1,630 plus $83 per supervised teacher)
Name Salary
Cheryl Fry $2,709
Cathy Crable $2,792
Kim Northrup $2,294
Susan Delperdange $2,709
Becky Krause $2,626
Brenda Drexler $2,294
Nancy Domm $2,211
Addendum to the Annual Appointment of Coaches 2002-2003
Winter 2002-03
Name
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Team
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Step
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WCS Years
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Level
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Incentive
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Salary
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Cheryl Herzog
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Girls Freshman Basketball
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2
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3
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D
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NO
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$2,564
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Cal Seitz
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Girls 8th Grade Basketball
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1
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1
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F
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NO
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$2,024
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Maureen Doyle
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Girls 7th Grade Basketball
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4
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7
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F
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NO
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$2,160
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Bryan Tallie
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Boys Freshman Basketball
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2
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3
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D
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NO
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$2,564
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Randy Luke
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Boys 8th Grade Basketball
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2
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2
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F
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NO
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$2,024
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Andrew Struzik
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Boys 7th Grade Basketball
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6
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1
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F
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NO
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$2,294
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Ted Hargarther
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Asst. Varsity Wrestling
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20
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20
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F
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YES
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$3,624
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Paul Peterson
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Head JV Wrestling
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8
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3
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D
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NO
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$2,969
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Charlie Roods
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Modified Wrestling
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4
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3
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F
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NO
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$2,160
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Todd Brockhuizen
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Varsity G. & B. Bowling
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2
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3
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G
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NO
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$1,890
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Spring 2003
Name
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Team
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Step
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WCS Years
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Level
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Incentive
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Salary
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Robert Taylor
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Varsity Softball
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5
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5
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C
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NO
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$3,240
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Cheryl Herzog
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JV Softball
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3
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3
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E
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NO
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$2,430
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Dave Marean
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Varsity Baseball
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6
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7
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C
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NO
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$3,240
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Mark Bunce
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JV Baseball
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2
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3
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E
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NO
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$2,294
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Doug Casey
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Modified Baseball
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26
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21
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F
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Yes
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$3,753
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Tim Mattle
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Boys Varsity Tennis
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11
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10
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F
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Yes
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$2,755
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Tom Gentile
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Boys JV Tennis
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8
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26
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G
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Yes
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$2,676
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Addendum to the Fall Athletic Event Supervisory Staff 2002-2003 (at a rate of $49 per event covered):
Don Peets
Annual Appointment of Winter Athletic Event Personnel 2002-2003 (at a rate of $49 per event covered:
Randy Emison
Pat Yates
Kathy Emison
Doug Casey
Dick Galvin
Ron Jones
Sandy Weis
Lisa Marlowe
Bob Magin
Donna Schaumacher
Maureen Doyle
Sheryl Idzik
Don Peets
Tom Gentile
Tim Mattle
SUPPORT STAFF
RESOLUTION TO ABOLISH & CREATE
POSITIONS IN TRANSPORATION DEPARTMENT
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby abolishes the civil service position of typist, 12 month, in the Transportation Department, effective October 23, 2002, and
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby creates the civil service position of senior bus driver, 12 months, effective October 23, 2002
Resignations:
Michelle Saiers – resigned from her position as bus driver assigned to the Transportation Department effective October 23, 2002. Contingent upon appointment as Senior Bus Driver.
Leave of Absence:
Coralie TeWinkle – Computer Technician assigned to the Technology Department, a paid leave of absence effective November 4, 2002 through December 13, 2002. For medical reasons.
Appointments:
Michelle Saiers – Senior Bus Driver assigned to the Transportation Department, a six month probationary civil service appointment effective October 23, 2002 through April 23, 2003 @ $10.20/hour. This is a new position.
Dawn Schmitt – School Bus Driver assigned to the Transportation Department, a temporary civil service appointment effective October 28, 2002 through June 30, 2003 @ $11.80/hour. Replacement for Carm Heintzelman.
Richard Swarthout – School Bus Driver assigned to the Transportation Department, a six month probationary civil service appointment effective October 23, 2002 through April 23, 2003 @ $11.80/hour. Replacement for Michelle Saiers.
Paula VanderBrook – Senior Typist assigned to the Ontario Elementary School, a change in civil service title from Typist, effective October 15, 2002.
Att. 4
CSE Recommendations to the Board of Education
Date: 11/6/02
The Committee recommends that the following program be arranged, or approved, for the
following students. Parents are in agreement with this recommendation.
Student: #
8351
Grade && Year:
01 (02-03)
School:
Ontario Primary
Time of Services:
20 minutes/day
Classification:
LD/listening comp/math calc/basic writing
Recommended Placement :
Resource Room
Triennial Due:
2005/09
Last Program:
Regular Education
Reason for Placement/Services:
Small group support for strategy developement.
Other Placement/Services Considered, but Not Selected:
Consultant Teacher
Related
Speech and/or Language:
Speech 3x/wk. @ 30 minutes (small group/pull-out)
Occupational Therapy:
None
Physical Therapy:
None
Counseling:
None
Adapted Physical Education:
None
Other:
None
Student: #
96517
Grade && Year:
03 (02-03)
School:
Freewill Elementary
Time of Services:
See Related Services
Classification:
SI
Recommended Placement :
Related Services Only
Triennial Due:
10/2005
Last Program:
Regular Education
Reason for Placement/Services:
Other Placement/Services Considered, but Not Selected:
Related
Speech and/or Language:
3X30 minutes/week, push in/pull out small group & individual
Occupational Therapy:
None
Physical Therapy:
None
Counseling:
None
Adapted Physical Education:
None
Other:
None
Student: #
97973
Grade && Year:
01 (02-03)
School:
Freewill Elementary
Time of Services:
See Related Services
Classification:
SI
Recommended Placement :
Related Services Only
Triennial Due:
Last Program:
Speech Therapy (Fairport)
Reason for Placement/Services:
Continuation of current services.
Other Placement/Services Considered, but Not Selected:
Related
Speech and/or Language:
150 minutes/week, small group
Occupational Therapy:
None
Physical Therapy:
None
Counseling:
None
Adapted Physical Education:
None
Other:
None
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CSE Recommendations to the Board of Education
Date: 11/6/02
The Committee recommends that the following program be arranged, or approved, for the
following students. Parents are in agreement with this recommendation.
Student: #
97995
Grade && Year:
11 (02-03)
School:
Wayne Central High School
Time of Services:
4 days in 4 day cycle
Classification:
SI
Recommended Placement :
Resource Room for small group
Triennial Due:
2003/05
instruction & full participation in general
education.
Last Program:
Resource Room (West
Irondequoit)
Reason for Placement/Services:
Small group support for strategy developement.
Other Placement/Services Considered, but Not Selected:
Consultant Teacher
Related
Speech and/or Language:
None
Occupational Therapy:
None
Physical Therapy:
None
Counseling:
None
Adapted Physical Education:
None
Other:
None
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To: Michael Havens
From: Sandy Woodard
Date: 10/23/02
Re: Impartial Hearing Officers List
I recommend that the following list of impartial hearing officers be approved by Board of Education action. Pursuant to section 200.1(x) of the Regulations of the Commissioner these individuals are certified by the State of New York as impartial hearing officers. All hearing officers listed are on the NYSED approved list of Impartial Hearing Officers, and therefore meet the qualifications.
Aldersley, Stephen
Alexander, Joan
Alles, Richard
Bumbalo, Paul
DiMeo, Maryanne
Ehrenreich, Rivona
Goldsmith, Steven
Heinrich, Colleen
Hendra, James
Kehoe, Sharon
Luban, Edward
Meloon, James
Murphy, Gayle
Schad, Jerome
Turetsky, Aaron
Tyk, Aaron
Watson, Leah
Werb, Roseanne
Zaidins, Eric
Att. 5
WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Ontario Center, New York
TO: Board of Education
FROM: Michael Havens
RE: Consensus Agenda
DATE: November 6, 2002
The following items are recommended for approval as presented in a Consensus Agenda:
1.
Accept September Treasurer’s Report
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Accept
Gift
to District
3.
Award Interscholastic Athletic
Bid
4.
Designate
Surplus
Truck
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Consensus Agenda #2
TO: Michael Havens
Superintendent of Schools
FROM: Gregory J. Atseff
Assistant Superintendent for Business
DATE: November 6, 2002
RE: Gift to the District
Recommend that the Board of Education, at their meeting to be held on November 6, 2002, accept from the Sandy Stramonine School of Dance a gift of $1,200 to be used in the operation of the Performing Arts Center of the Wayne Central School District.
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c: Lee Stramonine
Helen Jensen
Lorry Morrin, Wayne High School Principal
Consensus Agenda #3
TO: Michael Havens
Superintendent of Schools
FROM: Gregory J. Atseff
Assistant Superintendent for Business
DATE: November 6, 2002
RE: Interscholastic Athletic Bid
In accordance with Section 103A, Article 5-A, of the New York State General Municipal Law, a legal notice was advertised in the official school newspapers inviting the submission of sealed bids for Interscholastic Athletic Supplies & Equipment.
Sealed bids were received and opened publicly on Thursday, October 17, 2002, at 1:00 p.m. at the district administrative offices.
Bids were advertised to be evaluated on either an item-by-item basis or total basis, whichever best suited the district. Prices submitted are to be f.o.b. Wayne Central School District.
Recommend that the Board of Education award the Interscholastic Athletics Supplies & Equipment bid to the lowest responsible bidder, Toth’s Sports, 71 Victor Heights Parkway, Victor, NY 14564 for a total bid of $11,290.50. There was only one other bid submitted from Valenti Sports, 9 Carriage Court, Pittsford, NY 14534 that did not meet specifications.
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Attachment
Consensus Agenda #4
TO: Michael Havens
Superintendent of Schools
FROM: Gregory J. Atseff
Assistant Superintendent for Business
DATE: November 6, 2002
RE: Declare School Vehicles as Surplus Property
Recommend that the Board of Education at their regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 6, 2002, declare a 1982 GMC plow truck as surplus property. This procedure is in accordance with Policy #6900.
Once the vehicle has been declared surplus property, it will be sold for parts. Proceeds from the sale will be deposited in the Bus Purchase Reserve Fund.
GJA/db
c: Fred Prince, Transportation Manager
Lee Stramonine, Treasurer
Helen Jensen, Business Office
Att. 6
Proposed POLICY COMMITTEE CHARGE ● 2002-2003
(1)
Manage transition of district policy and regulations handbooks from existing format to Erie BOCES #1
(2)
Review and update all policies as required by statute
(3)
Review new and emerging policies and regulations as they arise and present for review and consideration by the Board of Education
(4)
Carry out policy directives of the Board of Education
Adopted by the Board of Education On …………….
JES/jes:wp
0203
Entire Policy is New POLICY 8131
Presented by Policy Committee for First Reading on November 6, 2002
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PROTECTION AGAINST RADIOACTIVE IODINE
Health departments at the state and county level monitor radiological emergencies and issue advisories to inform the public when the need for protection against radioactive iodine is or is not necessary.
In emergencies where the public is likely to become exposed to radioactive iodide, the use of potassium iodide (KI) medication is indicated. Stable iodide administered before or promptly after intake of radioactive iodine can block or reduce the accumulation of radioactive iodine in the thyroid gland.
Arrangements for distribution of potassium iodide will become part of the school district’s emergency and radiological emergency response plans and made available to staff and students.
School district personnel will work in conjunction with state, county and other personnel and agencies in the distribution of potassium iodide medications and in informing the public of such arrangements.
POLICY ADOPTED: November …….., 2002 WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Ontario Center, New York l4520
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