Bainbridge-Guilford Central School Board of Education Meeting Minutes July 11, 2019
President Keith Hanvey called the July 11, 2019, meeting of the Board of Education to order at 7:27 PM in the District Conference Room.

Board members in attendance were Tina Ammon, Shelly Bartow, Emily Hall, Keith Hanvey, Jeanne Shields, Tim Suda and Rebecca Sullivan.

Administrators in attendance were Tim Ryan, William Zakrajsek and Scott Graham.

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Emily Hall, the Board of Education voted to go into executive session at 7:27 PM to discuss CSE recommendations and the employment history of a two particular persons. Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Rebecca Sullivan, the Board of Education voted to return to open session at 8:32 PM. Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

On motion by Rebecca Sullivan, seconded by Emily Hall, the Board of Education voted to remove bullet “F” under Business Office and approve the evening’s revised agenda. Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

A guest questioned the announcement regarding the security system change requiring visitors to provide ID to enter the school during the school day. Some parents may not have ID with a photo. The District will have the ability to take a photo of the individual but they will need some proof of their identity. Legal counsel will be consulted regarding the change in this procedure.

After reviewing the recommendation and documentation setting forth the recommendation, including a review of the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, and seeing that the appropriate safeguard rights were provided to the parent, the Board of Education took the following action on the following:
 Amendment with no meeting of: 4/22/19
 CSE minutes of: 6/13/19, 6/24/19, 6/25/19, 6/26/19  CPSE minutes of: None
 Subcommittee minutes of: 6/12/19
 504 Minutes: 6/11/19, 6/13/19, 6/17/19
On motion by Tina Ammon, seconded by Emily Hall, the Board of Education reviewed and arranged for the appropriate special education placements.
Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

Buildings Principals from the Jr-Sr High School reported on the events in their building including regents test score results and the approval of the Smart Bond funding for the 1:1 electronic device initiative (Chromebooks and iPads).

Call to Order

Board Members in Attendance

Administrators in Attendance

Executive Session

Open Session

Order of the Agenda Established & Approved

Guest Comments

CSE Recommendations

Reports and Presentations

Mr. Ryan reported on the following items:
 Discussed the Student on the BOE with Board members. The new Student Council President is interested in the position.
 An update on Phase II of the capital project was presented. Asbestos abatement is complete at Guilford, they will be moving to the High School next week. Irrigation of the front lawn may be needed. Univentilator work is in progress.

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Lockers at the High School will be delayed until next summer. Progress reports will be sent to Board Members as received.
 The 2018 administrative retreat is planned for Thursday, July 18 at the Guilford Golf Course. The agenda was shared with Board members. All were invited to play golf at 3:00 PM.
 On July 15 and 16, the Principals will be attending a Leadership Academy sponsored by DCMO BOCES in Oneonta.
 Several administrators will be visiting Job Corp in Oneonta to see the Raptor System along with their lockout and lockdown blue light system.
 Sexual Harassment training will be online and interactive through Brown & Brown this school year. The training is about 25 minutes long and staff can proceed at their own pace. All staff must participate by October 9.
 The parent pick-up at the High School will be at the Soccer Field this coming school year. Congestion on Juliand Street and Route 206 is a problem. Police presence will be available to enforce this change. Parents will be notified prior to the start of the school year.
 Graduation was excellent this year. Ms. Hall’s speech and the ceremony were great. A perfect evening.
 Discussed with the BOE a retreat date for the beginning of the year. July 24th was a date that everyone was available. The venue and speaker will be determined based on that date.
 At the next meeting, the contract for the SRO will be presented and discussed. The company has proposed some amendments.

On a motion by Emily Hall, seconded by Shelly Bartow, the Board of Education voted
to approve the classroom rental agreement with DCMO BOCES as presented.	Business Office Yes-7, No-0. Carried. (See Attachment #1).

On a motion by Tina Ammon, seconded by Emily Hall, the Board of Education voted to accept the donation by Mr. Carabetta for instrument mouthpieces and reeds with an approximate value of $1,044. Yes – 7, No – 0. Carried. (See Attachment #2)

On a motion by Rebecca Sullivan, seconded by Emily Hall, the Board of Education acceptance of a $1,000 donation from the PTO for the Guilford stage curtain.
Yes-7, No-0. Carried. (See Attachment #3)

On a motion by Emily Hall, seconded by Shelly Bartow, the Board of Education voted to adopt the resolution to settle the tax certiorari proceeding commenced by GMMM Jennison, LLC. as presented. Yes-7, No-0. Carried. (See Attachment #4)

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Emily Hall, the Board of Education voted to approve the the 2018-19 budget amendment as presented. Yes-7, No-0. Carried.
(See Attachment #5)

A thank-you note from former Student Representative to the Board of Education was presented to the BOE members.

On a motion by Shelly Bartow, seconded by Rebecca Sullivan, the Board of Education approved the following resolution:
Resolved, that the Bainbridge-Guilford Board of Education hereby authorizes the DCMO BOCES Career and Technical Education Advisory Council to act as the advisory council for the district.
Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

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Communications

New Business

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On a motion by Rebecca Sullivan, seconded by Tina Ammon, the Board of Education approved the Milk and Ice Cream bid as presented. Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Emily Hall seconded by Rebecca Sullivan, the Board of Education approved the the Free & Reduced Price Income Eligibility Policy for 2019-20. Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Emily Hall, seconded by Rebecca Sullivan, the Board of Education	Personnel voted to approve the following Certified Personnel recommendations:
 The appointment of James Mosher to the position of Substitute Teacher effective September 1, 2019 (retired B-G Teacher).
 The resignation of Catherine Rinella, Special Education Teacher, for personal reasons effective August 31, 2019
Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Tina Ammon, seconded by Emily Hall, the Board of Education voted to approve the following Non-Certified Personnel recommendations:
 The appointment of Kathy Chapin to the position of Teacher Aide, full time, 10 Months, 7 hrs/day, $11.10/hr, probationary period 52 weeks, effective 9/1/2019. Vice: Michele Sherwood
 The appointment of Kelli Mohrein to the position of Teacher Aide, full time, 10 Months, 7 hrs/day, $11.10/hr, probationary period 52 weeks, effective 9/1/2019. Vice: Mia Macpherson
 The appointment of Tiffani Hurd to the position of Teacher Aide, full time, 10 Months, 7 hrs/day, $11.101/hr, probationary period 52 weeks, effective 9/1/2019 (temporary until no longer needed).
Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

On a motion by Rebecca Sullivan, seconded by Emily Hall, the Board of Education voted to approve the following Sports Personnel:
 The appointment of Kevin Hores to the position of Athletic Coordinator. Yes-7, No-0. Carried.

The following Planning items were discussed:	Planning Board Events

July 15 - Registration for NYSSBA Convention Oct 25-27 – REGISTRATION OPENS! Aug 1 and 22 – BOE Meetings District Conference Room

School Events LINKS August 6 & 7

A board member asked if school supplies would be provided this school year. Mr. Ryan will send out an auto-call that they will be supplied.

On a motion by Rebecca Sullivan, seconded by Shelly Bartow, the Board of Education voted to adjourn 9:04 PM. Yes – 5, No – 0. Carried.

Miscellaneous

Adjournment

Respectfully Submitted,

Susan L. Weibel District Clerk

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