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Lenape Valley Regional High School May 19, 2015 Board of Education

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The regular monthly meeting of the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education was held on this date at 7:00 p.m. in the lower media center at the high school on 28 Sparta Road, Stanhope, New Jersey. Mr. Kuncken called the meeting to order with the following statement: In accordance with the provisions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1875, the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education has caused notice of this regular monthly meeting to be posted in each of the three municipal buildings in the Regional District and the Lenape Valley Regional High School. Notice of this meeting has also been published in the New Jersey Herald and the Daily Record. Announcement of Executive Session An Executive Session may be held at the next regular monthly meeting for the purpose of discussing PERSONNEL/NEGOTIATIONS/LEGAL MATTERS. Action may or may not be taken. Mr. Kuncken led the flag salute. Present: 9 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Robert Nunn, Carole Grube, Michael

Bender, Steven McHugh, Sandra LaBell, Daniel Rafferty, Anne Keenan

Absent: 0 Also Present: Paul M. DiRupo, Superintendent/Principal

Robert G. Klinck, Assistant Superintendent for Business/Board Secretary

Acceptance and Review of the Regular and Executive Meeting Minutes of April 27, 2015 Motion by Michael Bender, seconded by Daniel Rafferty, that the Regular Meeting Minutes of April 27, 2015, be accepted. Yes: 9 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Robert Nunn, Carole Grube, Michael

Bender, Steven McHugh, Sandra LaBell, Daniel Rafferty, Anne Keenan

No: 0 Carried unanimously in a voice vote.

Board President’s Report Mr. Kuncken stated that he attended Ensemble Night, the Tri-M Music Honor Society Induction, and the Spring Band Concert. He was also present for the active shooter drill. He stated that a tab has been added to the website for correspondence with the Board. He congratulated the sports teams on their successes and those that have qualified for State tournaments. Open to the Public There were two (2) members of the public present. Mrs. Nunn of Byram said that she is concerned about having graduation in the gym. She questioned whether the bleachers are up to code with handrails and if there’s ample seating for the elderly and handicapped. She also questioned the wheelchair access for the gym. Mr. DiRupo responded that the bleachers are inspected annually and he feels that it would be safe


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Open to the Public – continued in the gym. He stated that capacity is much greater allowing graduates to invite more guests. Mrs. Nunn remarked further that she believes going up and down the bleachers is not safe, and she also objected to the way the student petition was dismissed. She said that she heard that last year’s ceremony was “not good,” and that it was “stuffy, hot, and sweaty.” Mrs. Sandra Santucci of Byram stated that one of her children graduated outside and she sat on the track and enjoyed the ceremony. She said that her other child graduated in the auditorium and that this was also pleasant, and that she does not believe that it will be comfortable in the gym for a two hour ceremony. Board Secretary’s Report Motion by Robert Nunn, seconded by Anne Keenan, that resolutions numbered 1 through 3 be adopted as presented:

1. Board Secretary Certification

RESOLVED, That the Board Secretary certifies that as of April 30, 2015, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3, the total of encumbrances and expenditures for each line item account does not exceed the line item appropriation in the 2014-2015 school district budget.

April 30, 2015 Assistant Superintendent for Business Date

Board Secretary

2. Board Secretary’s and Treasurer’s Reports

RESOLVED, That the following reports prepared by the Board Secretary dated April 30, 2015, be accepted:

Secretary’s Report to the Board of Education Attachment A Bond & Coupon Checking Account Attachment B Unemployment Compensation Insurance Attachment C Cafeteria Account Attachment D Feder Scholarship Attachment E

AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the following Treasurer’s reports dated April 30, 2015, be accepted:

General/Special Revenue Attachment F Payroll Agency Attachment G Payroll Net Attachment H Capital Reserve Attachment I

3. Student Activity General Account and Department of Athletics Account

RESOLVED, That the following bank reconciliation reports and the reports of receipts and disbursements dated April 30, 2015, be accepted:

Student Activity General Account Attachment J Department of Athletics Account Attachment K


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Board Secretary’s Report – continued The current interest report for April 2015 is included herein as Attachment L. Yes: 9 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Robert Nunn, Carole Grube, Michael

Bender, Steven McHugh, Sandra LaBell, Daniel Rafferty, Anne Keenan No: 0

Carried unanimously in a roll call vote. All of the above reports are located in the Business Office, Book 22, Board Secretary’s and Treasurer’s Reports. Respectfully submitted, Robert G. Klinck Assistant Superintendent for Business/Board Secretary Correspondence There was no correspondence this month. Superintendent’s Report Mr. DiRupo congratulated student representative Alyssa Falleni one her $1,000 scholar athlete scholarship. He also reported on the successful active shooter drill that was recently conducted at the high school in conjunction with the Stanhope Police. Student representative Alyssa Falleni presented a report on current activities and sports at school. Mr. DiRupo presented the following resolutions for adoption:

1. Donation Acceptance

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts, with appreciation, the donation of a Bass Guitar and Electric Guitar for our Music Department.

2. Calendar Adjustment

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves an amendment to the 2014-2015 school calendar to provide a delayed opening for students who are not taking the New Jersey Biology Competency Test on Tuesday, May 26, 2015, and Wednesday, May 27, 2015.

Discussion: Mr. Rafferty commented regarding the calendar adjustment on our failure to make up sufficient days for the eighth grade honors geometry class. He stated that as a board member and parent he believes it has been unfair to the eighth grade students and that we need to evaluate moving forward whether we continue this program.


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Superintendent’s Report – continued Yes: 9 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Robert Nunn, Carole Grube, Michael


Carried unanimously in a roll call vote. Finance and Physical Plant (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) Mr. Nunn summarized the resolutions discussed at the committee meeting that was held on May 12, 2015. Motion by Michael Bender, seconded by Steven McHugh, that resolutions numbered 1 through 18 be adopted as presented:

1. Board of Education Certification

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby certifies in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, that after review of the Board Secretary’s and Treasurer’s financial reports for the month of April 2015, and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, no major account or fund has been over-expended and sufficient funds are available to meet the Board’s financial obligations for the 2014-2015 fiscal year.

2. Approval of Bills

RESOLVED, That the following bills be approved for payment:

April 30, 2015 $289,891.73 May 15, 2015 $ 95,729.09

Total $385,620.82

AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the following bill payments be ratified for the Lenape Valley Cafeteria Account:

Date Warrant Amount

4/20/15 #1628 – Betson Imperial Parts & Service $165.00

4/20/15 #1629 – NJ Department of Agriculture/Commodities $90.05

4/20/15 #1630 – Maschio’s Food Svc/March Lunches $23,545.47

3. Transfers

WHEREAS, The funds appropriated to certain General Fund Accounts in the 2014-2015 budget of the Lenape Valley Regional High School District have been insufficient to meet the obligations which normally would be charged against them; and


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued WHEREAS, It appears that there will be unexpended appropriations in certain General Fund Accounts at the close of the 2014-2015 school year;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the following transfers be approved by the Board of Education:

FROM TO AMOUNT FOR

190-100-640-10 11-000-240-500 1,800 Grad Sound System

Science Texts Sch Admin Other P/S

11-000-219-610 11-000-219-580 160 CST Travel

CST Supplies CST Travel

11-000-100-566 12-000-262-730 12,500 Backhoe

Tuition Capital Equip Grounds

4. Travel Reimbursement Policy

WHEREAS, The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education has recognized school staff and Board members will incur travel and related expenses related to and within the scope of their current responsibilities and for travel that promotes the delivery of instruction or furthers the efficient operation of the school district. The Board of Education shall comply with the requirements of N.J.A.C. 23B-1.1 et seq. and Board Policy 6471 for the reimbursement of school district employee and Board member travel and related expense reimbursements; and

WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 23B-1.1 et seq. and Board policies require Board member travel and related expense reimbursements to receive prior approval by a majority of the full voting membership of the Board, and require staff member travel and related expense reimbursements to receive prior approval of the Superintendent of Schools and prior approval by a majority of the full voting membership of the Board; and

WHEREAS, The Board has concluded that the travel and expense reimbursements listed in this resolution are in compliance with State travel and reimbursement guidelines as established by the Department of Treasury and incorporated herein;

BE IT RESOLVED, The Board of Education approves the travel and related expense reimbursements as set forth below:

Event Date Cost Employee

Management of On-Field Spinal Injuries 6/5/15 $87.44 Robert Cline

AP Micro/Macroeconomics 7/13 – 7/16/15 $97.71 Gary Mikolay

AP Summer Institute: History 6/21 – 6/25/15 $2,095.00 Robert Klinck III

AP Summer Institute: Chemistry 6/29 – 7/1/15 $1,009.78 Caley Richardson


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued

Art Educators of New Jersey 10/5/15 $249.52 Sherry Carnegie

SUPA Summer Institute 6/29-7/2, 7/6-7/10/15 $1,531.88 Nicholas Ripatrazone

5. Western States Contracting Alliance (“WSCA”)

WHEREAS, Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2, the Director (the “Director”) of the Division of Purchase and Property, Department of the Treasury )the “Division”) “may enter into cooperative purchasing agreements with one or more states for the purchase of goods and services;” and WHEREAS, The State of Utah and CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. have entered into Contract #AR233 (the “WSCA Master Agreement”), which may be found at the following URL: http://www.aboutwsca.org/content.cfm/id/cisco, awarded in accordance with the Data Communications Products and Services 14-19 RFP #JP14001; and

WHEREAS, The State of New Jersey participated in the publicly advertised, competitive bidding process with four other states and evaluated the proposals; and WHEREAS, The Director has determined that entering into a Participating Addendum with CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. under the WSCA master Agreement to provide data communications products and services is the most cost effective method of procuring these products and services, and that it is in the best interest of the State to enter into a Participating Addendum with CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.; and WHEREAS The Director of the Division executed the Participating Addendum with CISCO SYSTEMS, INC., on August 29, 2014; and WHEREAS, Pursuant to this addendum agreement, CISCO SYSTEMS, INC., has the right to utilize fulfillment partners that have been authorized by the State of New Jersey to participate as Cisco Subcontractors to act as resellers and provide the services as described in the WSCA Master Agreement, RFP #JP14001, and any Statement of Work; WHEREAS, High Point Solutions, 5 Gail Court, Sparta, NJ 07871, is an authorized Cisco Partner and is authorized by the State of New Jersey to participated as a Cicso Subcontractor pursuant to the Participating Addendum; and WHEREAS, All New Jersey school districts are authorized purchasers pursuant to the Participating Addendum; and WHEREAS, Title 18:18A-10 provides that a Board of Education without advertising for bids, by resolution may purchase any goods or services pursuant to a contract entered into on behalf of the State Division of Purchase and Property;

http://www.aboutwsca.org/content.cfm/id/cisco


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education does hereby authorize the Assistant Superintendent for business, without public advertising and bidding therefor, to enter into agreement with High Point Solutions, and authorized Cisco Subcontractor, for goods and services pursuant to the Participating New Jersey Addendum under the WSCA Master Agreement, at the cost of $322,472.25 as set forth in detail in the attached agreement.

6. Participation in the Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission

(New Jersey State Approved Cooperative Pricing System #65mcesccps) “Small Ticket Lease Program” (Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission Bid No. 13/14-23)

Lessee: Lenape Valley Regional High School Principal Amount Expected To Be Financed: $126,605.64

WHEREAS, The Lessee named above (the “Lessee”) is a political subdivision of the State of New Jersey (the “State”) and is duly organized and existing pursuant to the Constitution and laws of the State; WHEREAS, Pursuant to applicable law, the Lessee acting through its governing body (the “Governing Body”) is authorized to acquire and lease personal property necessary to the functions or operations of the Lessee; WHEREAS, The Governing Body hereby finds and determines the execution of one or more lease-purchase agreements (“Equipment Leases”) in the principal amount not exceeding the amount stated above (the “Principal Amount”) for the purpose of acquiring the Equipment described generally below (the “Equipment”) and to be described more specifically in the Equipment Leases is appropriate and necessary to the functions and operations of the Lessee; Equipment: 2016 type C2 Thomas 54-passenger bus and a 2016 type Ford Transit 8-passenger Type “SV” small school van. WHEREAS, FIRST HOPE BANK, a National Banking Association, (the “Lessor”) is expected to act as the Lessor under the Equipment Leases; WHEREAS, The Lessee may pay certain capital expenditures in connection with the Equipment prior to its receipt of proceeds of the Equipment Leases (“Lease Purchase Proceeds”) for such expenditures, and such expenditures are not expected to exceed the Principal Amount; and WHEREAS, The Lessee hereby declares its official intent to be reimbursed for any capital expenditures made for the Equipment after adoption of this resolution but prior to the issuance of the Equipment Leases from the Lease Purchase Proceeds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Governing Body of the Lessee as follows:


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued Section 1. The Lessee hereby determines that it has critically evaluated the financing alternatives and that entering into the Equipment Leases and financing the acquisition of the Equipment thereby is in the best interests of the Lessee.

Section 2. The Lessee is hereby authorized to acquire and install the Equipment and is hereby authorized to finance the Equipment by entering into the Equipment Leases. Any action taken by the Lessee in connection therewith is hereby ratified and confirmed. Section 3. The Assistant Superintendent for Business (“Authorized Representative”) acting on behalf of the Lessee is hereby authorized to negotiate, enter into, execute, and deliver one or more Equipment Leases in substantially the form set forth in the document presently before the Governing Body, which document is available for public inspection at the office of the

Lessee. Each Authorized Representative acting on behalf of the Lessee is hereby authorized to negotiate, enter into, execute, and deliver such other agreement or documents relating to the Equipment Leases (including, but not limited to, escrow agreements) as the Authorized Representative deems necessary and appropriate. Section 4. By a written instrument signed by any Authorized Representative, said Authorized Representative may designate specifically identified officers or employees of the Lessee to execute and deliver agreements and documents relating to the Equipment Leases on behalf of the Lessee. Section 5. The aggregate original principal amount of the Equipment Leases shall not exceed the Principal Amount and shall bear interest as set forth in the Equipment Leases and the Equipment Leases shall contain such options to purchase by the Lessee as set forth therein. Section 6. The Lessee’s obligations under the Equipment Leases shall be subject to annual appropriation or renewal by the Governing Body as set forth in each Equipment Leases, and the Lessee’s obligations under the Equipment Leases shall not constitute indebtedness of the Lessee under the laws of the State. Section 7. It is hereby determined that the acquisition of the Equipment is permitted under the laws governing the Lessee and is essential to the efficient operation of the Lessee. Section 8. The Governing Body of the Lessee anticipates that the Lessee may pay certain capital expenditures in connection with the Equipment following adoption of this resolution but prior to the receipt of the Lease Purchase Proceeds for the Equipment. The Governing Body of the Lessee hereby declares the Lessee’s official intent to use the Lease Purchase Proceeds to reimburse itself for such Equipment expenditures. This section of the resolution is adopted by the Governing Body of the Lessee for the purpose of establishing compliance with the requirements of Section 1.150-2 of Treasury Regulations.


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued This section of this resolution does not bind the Lessee to make any expenditure, incur any obligation, or proceed with the acquisition of the Equipment.

Section 9. The Lessee covenants that it will comply with all requirements of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the “Code”) necessary to ensure that the interest portion of rental payments due under the Equipment Leases will be excluded from gross income under Section 103(a) of the Code. [The Lessee reasonably expects it will not issue more than $10,000,000 of tax-exempt obligations (other than “private activity bonds” that are not “qualified 501(c)(3) bonds”) during the calendar year in which each of the Equipment Leases is issued and hereby designates each Equipment Lease as a qualified tax-exempt obligation for purposes of Section 265(b) of the Code.] The Authorized Representative is further authorized to take such actions and execute such documents as may be necessary to ensure the continued status of the interest portion of the rental payments due on the Equipment Leases authorized by this resolution as excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes pursuant to Section 103(a) of the Code. Section 10. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption and approval.

7. Purchase of 2017 School Bus

WHEREAS, The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education, having current approved membership in the Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (“HCESC”) purchasing cooperative number 34HUNCCP;

BE IT RESOLVED, That the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education approve the purchase of one (1) 2016 type C2 Thomas 54-passenger diesel inline 6 cylinder 259” wheelbase school bus, and that the Board utilize the cooperative bid pricing available from the HCESC bid number TRANS 13-05 to purchase the aforesaid bus; and that such purchase be made from H.A. DeHart & Son, Inc., as the low bidder pursuant to the terms of HCESC Bid number TRANS 13-05. The base bid price of this vehicle is $78,324.47 minus a factory discount of $3,000, adding a cost of $22,291.17 for functional, safety, serviceability, and drivability upgrades at a 42% bid discount on the manufacturer’s specification options for a total cost of $97,615.64. The purchase price will be financed through First Hope Bank pursuant to the terms of a tax exempt municipal five-year lease purchase agreement, pursuant to IRS Section 256(b) with annual payments set forth in the attached schedule (combined with 2016 School Van).

8. Purchase of 2016 School Van

WHEREAS, The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education, having current approved membership in the Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (“HCESC”) purchasing cooperative number 34HUNCCP;

BE IT RESOLVED, That the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education approve the purchase of one (1) 2016 type Ford Transit 8-passenger


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued Type “SV” small school van, and that the Board utilize the cooperative bid pricing available from the HCESC bid number CONTRACT #14/15-Trans-1 to purchase the aforesaid van; and that such purchase be made from DFFLM, LLC. T/A DITSCHMAN/FLEMINGTON FORD, as the low bidder pursuant to the terms of HCESC Bid number CONTRACT #14/15-Trans-1. The base bid price of this vehicle is $26,819, adding a cost of $2,171 for functional, safety, serviceability, and drivability upgrades including bid discount on the manufacturer’s specification options for a total cost of $28,990.00. The purchase price will be financed through First Hope Bank pursuant to the terms of a tax exempt municipal five-year lease purchase agreement, pursuant to IRS Section 256(b) with annual payments set forth in the attached schedule (combined with 2017 School Bus).

9. Bus Sale to Clayton Public Schools Board of Education

RESOLVED, That the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education approves the sale of a 2008 Thomas C2, 54-passenger, conventional school bus, to the Clayton Public Schools Board of Education in the amount of Thirty-Nine Thousand Dollars ($39,000). The Clayton Public Schools Board of Education shall take possession of the vehicle upon the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education’s approval of the sale and the receipt of payment in full.

10. Extraordinary Unspecifiable Service – Health Coverage

WHEREAS, There exists a need for health insurance coverage for employees; WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18:18A-5a.(2) sets forth an exception to the requirement of advertising for public bidding in the case of “extraordinary unspecifiable services” (see attached certification of Extraordinary Unspecifiable Services); WHEREAS, The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Division of Local Government Services Local Finance Notice AU 2002-2 states that Health Insurance Coverage is an Extraordinary Unspecifiable Service; WHEREAS, Integrity Consulting Group on behalf of the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education has solicited proposals from six insurance companies; WHEREAS, The Board of Education has discussed and deliberated the advantages and disadvantages of the proposals submitted by insurance companies; WHEREAS, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (“Horizon”) has extensive experience as a health insurance company, and given their successful experience with school districts, their low bid, and other factors considered, it is advantageous to the Lenape Valley Regional High School District to contract with Horizon;


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education as follows:

1. The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education is authorized to enter into an agreement with Horizon from July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016, for all health insurance for its employees, including medical, dental, and prescription coverage as set forth in their proposal (attached hereto) for an approximate total fee of $1,924,079.

2. This appointment is made without public advertising and bidding therefor,

as an “extraordinary unspecifiable service” under the provisions of the Public School Contracts Law, since N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5a.(2) specifically permits the waiving of public advertising and bidding therefor for service of this nature.

3. A copy of this resolution shall be published in the New Jersey Herald within

ten (10) days of its passage. 11. Delegation of Authority

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education delegate to the Superintendent and to the Assistant Superintendent for Business/Board Secretary authority to handle all daily operations of the district during June, July, and August 2015, including transfer of funds, payment of bills, appointment of personnel and issuance of contracts. Vouchers, transfers, and appointment of personnel will be ratified at the next Board meeting.

12. Professional Audit Services

WHEREAS, There exists a need for professional audit services; and

WHEREAS, The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education has examined and compared hourly rates for auditors serving school districts in Sussex County, along with comparing qualifications and experience;

WHEREAS, The Board of Education has discussed and deliberated the advantages and disadvantages of several auditors; WHEREAS, Nisivoccia & Company, LLP has for several years provided valuable auditing services to the Lenape Valley Regional High School District, is familiar with the policies and procedures of the district and given this experience and competitive fee, it is advantageous to the Lenape Valley Regional High School District to continue to retain the professional services of Nisivoccia & Company, LLP; and WHEREAS, The Public School Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5.a.1 requires that a resolution authorizing the engagement of professional auditor services without public advertising and bidding therefor, must be publicly advertised;


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education as follows:

1. The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education is herewith authorized to engage the services of Nisivoccia & Company, LLP, having offices located at 11 Lawrence Road, Newton, New Jersey 07860, for the 2015-2016 school year, at an annual fee of $16,150.

2. This appointment is made without pubic advertising and bidding

therefor as a “Professional Service” under the provisions of the Public School Contracts Law, since N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5.a.1 specifically permits the waiving of the public advertising and bidding therefor for service of this nature.

3. A copy of this resolution shall be published in the New Jersey

Herald within ten (10) days of its passage. 13. Professional Attorney Services

WHEREAS, There exists a need for professional attorney services; and WHEREAS, The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education has examined and compared hourly rates for law firms serving school districts in Sussex County, along with comparing qualifications and experience; WHEREAS, The Board of Education has discussed and deliberated the advantages and disadvantages of several law firms; WHEREAS, The firm of Sciarrillo, Cornell, Merlino, McKeever & Osborne, LLC has for several years provided high quality legal services to the Lenape Valley Regional High School District in that they are familiar with the district’s policies and procedures, have worked closely with the staff and administration in various matters, and have a successful history with the district; given this experience and competitive hourly rate, it is advantageous to the Lenape Valley Regional High School District to continue to retain the professional services of Sciarrillo, Cornell, Merlino, McKeever & Osborne, LLC; and WHEREAS, The Public School Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5.a.1 requires that a resolution authorizing the engagement of professional attorney services, without public advertising and bidding therefor, must be publicly advertised;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education as follows:

1. The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education is

herewith authorized to engage the services of Sciarrillo, Cornell, Merlino, McKeever & Osborne, LLC, Attorneys at Law, having offices located at 238 Saint Paul Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, for the 2015-2016 school year, at an hourly rate of $160.


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2. This appointment is made without public advertising and bidding therefor as a “Professional Service” under the provisions of the Public School Contracts Law, since N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5.a.1 specifically permits the waiving of the pubic advertising and bidding therefor for service of this nature.


Herald within ten (10) days of its passage. 14. Professional Physician Services

WHEREAS, There exists a need for professional physician services; and

WHEREAS, The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education has examined and compared hourly rates for physicians serving school districts in Sussex County, along with comparing qualifications and experience;

WHEREAS, The Board of Education has discussed and deliberated the advantages and disadvantages of several physicians;

WHEREAS, Joseph Casella, M.D. has for several years provided valuable services as the medical physician for the Lenape Valley Regional High School District, and given his experience and competitive fee, it is advantageous to the Lenape Valley Regional High School District to continue to retain the professional services of Joseph Casella, M.D.; and

WHEREAS, The Public School Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5.a.1 requires that a resolution authorizing the engagement of professional physician services without pubic advertising and bidding must be publicly advertised; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education as follows:


herewith authorized to engage the services of Joseph Casella, a professional medical doctor, having offices at 78 North Shore Road, Andover, New Jersey 07821, for the 2015-2016 school year, at an annual fee of $10,000.


therefor as a “Professional Service” under the provisions of the Public School Contracts Law, since N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5.a.1 specifically permits the waiving of the pubic advertising and bidding therefor for service of this nature.


Herald within ten (10) days of its passage.


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued 15. Professional Treasurer Services

WHEREAS, There exists a need for professional treasurer services; and

WHEREAS, The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education has examined and compared hourly rates for treasurers serving school districts in Sussex County, along with comparing qualifications and experience;

WHEREAS, The Board of Education has discussed and deliberated the advantages and disadvantages of several treasurers;

WHEREAS, Kerry Ann Keane has extensive experience as a Treasurer of School Monies for a large district, is familiar with the policies and procedures of a high school district, and given this experience and her competitive fee, it is advantageous to the Lenape Valley Regional High School District to retain the professional services of Kerry Ann Keane; and

WHEREAS, The Public School Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5.a.1 requires that a resolution authorizing the engagement of professional treasurer services without pubic advertising and bidding therefor, must be publicly advertised; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education as follows:


herewith authorized to engage the services of Kerry Ann Keane, Treasurer, located at 6 Whippoorwill Lane, Sparta, New Jersey 07871, for the 2015-2016 school year, at an annual fee of $4,200.


therefor as a “Professional Service” under the provisions of the Public School Contracts Law, since N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5.a.1 specifically permits the waiving of the public advertising and bidding therefor for service of this nature.


Herald within ten (10) days of its passage.

16. Resolution For Participation In Joint Transportation Agreement (1%)

WHEREAS, The following Boards of Education: Hopatcong Borough, Allamuchy, Andover Regional, Bayonne, Bergenfield, Bethlehem Twp., Blairstown, Bloomsbury, Bridgewater Raritan, Byram Township, Caldwell/West Caldwell, Califon, Cedar Grove, Chester Twp., Dover, East Orange, Essex Fells, Essex Regional Educational Services, Fair Lawn, Fairfield, Florham Park, Franklin Borough, Franklin Twp./Warren Franklin Twp./Somerset, Fredon Twp., Frelinghuysen, Great Meadows, Green Twp., Greenwich, Hackettstown, Hamburg Borough, Hampton Twp., Hanover, Hardyston Twp., Harmony, High Point Reg. H.S., Hope, Hunterdon Central, Jefferson Twp., Kinnelon, Kittatinny Reg., Lafayette Twp., Lenape Valley Regional High School, Livingston, Long Hill


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued Twp., Lopatcong, Mansfield, Mendham Borough, Mendham Twp., Middletown Twp., Millburn, Mine Hill, Montague, Montville Twp., Morris Plains, Morris School District, Morris County Education Services Commission, Mount Arlington, Mount Olive, Mt. Lakes, Netcong, Newton Twp., North Caldwell, North Warren, North Hunterdon, Nutley, Ogdensburg Borough, Orange, Oxford, Park Ridge, Paterson, Ramapo Indian Hills, Randolph, Roseland, Roxbury, Secaucus, Somerset Hills, South Hackensack, South Orange/Maplewood, Sparta Twp., Stanhope, Stillwater Twp., Tewksbury, Toms River, Union City, Vernon Twp., Verona, Warren County Special Services School District, Warren Hills, Washington Twp./Morris, Washington Twp./Warren, Washington Borough, Watchung, West Essex, West Milford, West Orange, White Twp., and West Morris Reg. desire to transport students for Public (to and from), Athletic Events, and Extra-Curricular/Field Trip Transportation.

WHEREAS, The Hopatcong Borough Board of Education is willing to provide the services to coordinate transportation for the above-referred-to Boards of Education for transportation for Public (to and from, late run), Athletic Events and Extra-Curricular/Field Trip Transportation in order to attempt to achieve the maximum cost effectiveness; WHEREAS, The Hopatcong Board of Education shall provide such services under the name of Sussex County Regional Cooperative; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education that pursuant hereto, the President and Secretary of the Board of Education are hereby authorized and directed to execute a duplicate of the Resolution which shall act as an agreement between the Board of Education and the Sussex County Regional Cooperative for the coordination of transportation of students for Public (to and from, late run), Athletic Events and Extra-Curricular/Field Trip Transportation upon the following terms and conditions:

1. The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education shall pay to the Sussex County Regional Cooperative in consideration of the services it shall render pursuant to this agreement an amount to equal one percent (1%) of the Board of Education’s actual cost paid for transportation of students for Public (to and from, late run), Athletic Events and Extra-Curricular/Field Trip Transportation during the 2015-16 school year, said sum to be paid as follows in each year during the term of this agreement or any extension hereof:

Payment Due 1% Administrative Fees………………………………………… 7/31/15 (100% of estimated fees) Initial Deposit…………………………………………………… 7/31/15 (20% of estimated charges) 20% of current annual charges……………………………… 10/31/15 20% of current annual charges……………………………… 12/31/15 20% of current annual charges……………………………… 02/28/16 20% of current annual charges……………………………… 04/30/16 June – plus or minus final adjustments


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued *All 2015 summer routes shall be billed upon completion of transportation.

2. The Sussex County Regional Cooperative will provide the following services: a. Routes coordinated with other districts to attempt to achieve a maximum

cost reduction while maintaining a realistic capacity and travel time;

b. Statements prepared on appropriate vouchers according to the above schedule delineating costs per route;

c. Computer print-outs of student lists for all routes coordinated by the Sussex County Regional Cooperative for the ASSA reporting deadlines;

d. All necessary interaction and communication between the sending

district, receiving school, and the respective transportation contractors;

e. Timely review and revisions of routes;

f. Provide transportation within three days or sooner after receipt of the formal written request;

g. Timely submission of contracts, renewals or addenda to the county office for approval.

3. The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education will provide the

Sussex County Regional Cooperative with the following:

a. requests for any transportation service on approved forms to be provided by the Sussex County Regional Cooperative, completed in full and signed by Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education Secretary or other designated district personnel;

b. withdrawal for any transportation service on approved forms to be

provided by the Sussex County Regional Cooperative, completed in full and signed by the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education Secretary or other designated district personnel; no billing adjustment will be made without this completed form; and

c. strict adherence to the above payment schedule.

4. Additional Cost – all additional costs generated by unique requests, including but

not limited to mid-day runs, early dismissals, change in number of children being transported on each route, or change in mileage during the year, will be borne by the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education.

5. Length of Agreement – This agreement and obligations and requirements therein

shall be in effect between July 1, 2015, and June 30, 2016. 6. It is a condition of this agreement that it shall automatically be renewed annually

without amendment and may not be terminated without a notice by certified mail,


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued return receipt requested having been delivered to the Secretary of either party hereto at least 180 days before June 30 of any year. In the event this agreement is renewed, the consideration to be paid to the Sussex County Regional Cooperative set forth in Paragraph 1 hereof, shall be revised to equal one percent (1%) of the Lenape Valley Board of Education’s actual cost paid for transportation of students for Public (to and from), Athletic Events and Extra-Curricular/Field Trip Transportation.

7. The Hopatcong Borough Board of Education under the name of Sussex County

Regional Cooperative accepts no responsibility for a pupil’s use of arranged transportation or attendance on an established route. Once assigned to a route, the billing for the pupil’s reserved seat will continue until the Sussex County Regional Cooperative is otherwise notified in writing to delete the pupil for the assigned route.

8. Entire Agreement – This agreement constitutes the entire and only agreement

between the parties and may be amended by an instrument in writing over authorized signature.

9. It is a condition of this agreement that a representative from each applicable

position: School Business Administrator/School Board Secretary, Special Services Director, and Transportation Supervisor attend at least one (1) Sussex County Regional Transportation Cooperative meeting on an annual basis to promote and provide effective and efficient transportation services.

17. Resolution For Participation In Joint Transportation Agreement (4%)

WHEREAS, the following Boards of Education: Hopatcong Borough, Allamuchy, Andover Regional, Belvidere, Blairstown, Bayonne, Bergenfield, Bethlehem Twp., Bridgewater Raritan, Bloomsbury, Byram Township, Caldwell/West Caldwell, Califon, Cedar Grove, Chester Twp., Dover, East Orange, Essex Fells, Essex Regional Educational Services, Fair Lawn, Fairfield, Florham Park, Franklin Borough, Franklin Township/Warren, Franklin Twp./Somerset, Fredon Twp., Frelinghuysen, Great Meadows, Green Twp., Greenwich, Hackettstown, Hamburg Borough, Hampton Twp., Hanover, Hardyston Twp., Harmony, High Point Reg. H.S., Hope, Hunterdon Central, Jefferson Twp., Kinnelon, Kittatinny Reg., Lenape Valley Regional, Lafayette Twp., Livingston, Long Hill Twp., Lopatcong, Mansfield, Mendham Borough, Mendham Twp., Middletown Twp., Millburn, Mine Hill, Montague, Montville Twp., Morris Plains, Morris School District, Morris County Education Services Commission, Mount Arlington, Mount Olive, Mt. Lakes, Netcong, Newton Twp., North Caldwell, North Hunterdon, North Warren, Nutley, Ogdensburg Borough, Orange, Oxford, Park Ridge, Paterson, Ramapo Indian Hills, Randolph, Roseland, Roxbury, Secaucus, Somerset Hills, South Hackensack, South Orange/Maplewood, Sparta Twp., Stanhope, Stillwater Twp., Tewsbury, Toms River, Union City, Vernon Twp., Verona, Warren County Special Services School District, Warren Hills, Washington Borough, Washington Twp./Morris, Washington Twp./Warren, Watchung, West Essex Regional, West Milford, West Orange, and West Morris Reg., and White Township desire to transport students to specific destinations; and


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued WHEREAS, the Hopatcong Borough Board of Education is willing to provide the services to coordinate transportation for the above-referred-to Boards of Education for transportation of students to special education, private, vocational-technical, and other schools or to specific destinations in order to attempt to achieve the maximum cost effectiveness; and

WHEREAS, the Hopatcong Board of Education shall provide such services under the name of Sussex County Regional Cooperative;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education that pursuant hereto, the President and Secretary of the Board of Education are hereby authorized and directed to execute a duplicate of the Resolution which shall act as an agreement between the Board of Education and the Sussex County Regional Cooperative for the coordination of transportation of students to special education, private, vocational-technical, or other schools or to specific destinations upon the following terms and conditions:

1. The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education shall pay to the

Sussex County Regional Cooperative in consideration of the services it shall render pursuant to this agreement an amount to equal four percent (4%) of the Board of Education’s actual cost paid for transportation of students to special education, private, vocational-technical, or other schools or to specific destinations during the 2015-16 school year, said sum to be paid as follows in each year during the term of this agreement or any extension hereof:

Payment Due 4% Administrative Fees………………………………………… 7/31/15

(100% of estimated fees) Initial Deposit…………………………………………………… 7/31/15 (20% of estimated charges) 20% of current annual charges……………………………… 10/31/15 20% of current annual charges……………………………… 12/31/15 20% of current annual charges……………………………… 02/28/16 20% of current annual charges……………………………… 04/30/16 June – plus or minus final adjustments *All 2015 summer routes shall be billed upon completion of transportation. 2. The Sussex County Regional Cooperative will provide the following services:

a. Routes coordinated with other districts to attempt to achieve a maximum cost reduction while maintaining a realistic capacity and travel time (see “Attachment A” for cost calculations);

b. Statements prepared on appropriate vouchers according to the above

schedule delineating costs per route; c. Computer print-outs of student lists for all routes coordinated by the Sussex

County Regional Cooperative for the ASSA reporting deadlines;


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued d. All necessary interaction and communication between the sending district ,

receiving school, and the respective transportation contractors; e. Timely review and revisions of routes; f. Provide transportation within three days or sooner after receipt of the formal

written request; g. Timely submission of contracts, renewals or addenda to the county office for

approval. 3. The Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education will provide the

Sussex County Regional Cooperative with the following:

a. Requests for any special, private, vocational-technical on approved forms to be provided by the Sussex County Regional Cooperative, completed in full and signed by Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education Secretary or other designated district personnel;

b. Withdrawal for any special, private, vocational-technical on approved forms to

be provided by the Sussex County Regional Cooperative, completed in full and signed by the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education Secretary or other designated district personnel; no billing adjustment will be made without this completed form; and

c. Strict adherence to the above payment schedule.

4. Additional Cost – all additional costs generated by unique requests, including but

not limited to mid-day runs, early dismissals, change in number of children being transported on each route, or change in mileage during the year, will be borne by the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education.

5. Length of Agreement – This agreement and obligations and requirements therein

shall be in effect between July 1, 2015, and June 30, 2016. 6. It is a condition of this agreement that is shall automatically be renewed annually

without amendment and may not be terminated without a notice by certified mail; return receipt requested having been delivered to the Secretary of either party hereto at least 180 days before June 30 of any year. In the event this agreement is renewed, the consideration to be paid to the Sussex County Regional Cooperative set forth in Paragraph 1 hereof, shall be revised to equal four percent (4%) of the Lenape Valley Board of Education’s actual cost paid for transportation of students to special education, private, vocational-technical, and other schools to specific destinations during the prior year.

7. The Hopatcong Borough Board of Education under the name of Sussex County

Regional Cooperative accepts no responsibility for a pupil’s use of arranged transportation or attendance on an established route. Once assigned to a route, the billing for the pupil’s reserved seat will continue until the Sussex County


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Regional Cooperative is otherwise notified in writing to delete the pupil for the assigned route.

8. Entire Agreement – This agreement constitutes the entire and only agreement

between the parties and may be amended by an instrument in writing over authorized signature.

9. It is a condition of this agreement that a representative from each applicable

position: School Business Administrator/School Board Secretary, Special Services Director, and Transportation Supervisor attend at least one (1) Sussex County Regional Transportation Cooperative meeting on an annual basis to promote and provide effective and efficient transportation services.

ADDENDUM A

ROUTE COSTS

In addition to each district’s proportionate share of the cost of such joint transportation for special education, each district’s cost for individual routes will be determined by prorating that cost on a per pupil mileage basis in accordance with the following:

Pupil Miles (Home to School) District A 28.5 District B 7.8

District C 5.4

41.7 – Total Pupil Miles Home to School District A 28.5 divided by 41.7 = 68% District B 7.8 divided by 41.7 = 19% District C 5.4 divided by 41.7 = 13% You would then calculate each district’s cost by multiplying the percentage by the total contract cost.

18. Portico Project Bid Rejection

WHEREAS, A recommendation was made by the Superintendent of Schools to the Lenape Valley Regional Board of Education (“Board") to seek a contract for entry plaza, ceiling and insulation upgrades at Lenape Valley Regional High School (hereinafter “Project”); and WHEREAS, The Project was properly advertised to prospective bidders in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-4; and


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Finance and Physical Plant Committee (Robert Nunn, Chairperson) – continued WHEREAS, On May 14, 2015, the Board received the following bid from a potential bidder in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1, et seq.;

Contractor Bid Amount

Wallkill Group, Inc. $279,000

WHEREAS, The Wallkill Group, Inc. bid has been reviewed by the design professionals and it exceeds the funds budgeted for this project, and as such, it is the recommendation of the design professionals to reject this bid; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board hereby rejects the bid of the Walkill Group, Inc.; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Board requests that this project be rebid.

Discussion: Mr. Rafferty questioned the payment to several vendors on the check registers of April 30th and May 14th. Mr. Klinck responded to his questions. Mr. Rafferty then questioned the appointment of an insurance consultant and whether or not the committee investigated the state health benefits plan. Mr. Kuncken responded that the Board appointed a health insurance consultant at last month’s Board meeting, and that the consultant did solicit quotations from independent companies since the district has not been part of the state health plan for many years. Mr. Kuncken stated that the committee could consider state health benefits plan in the future. Mr. Rafferty further stated that his wife didn’t like sitting in the bleachers for graduation, and that it was “not comfortable.” He asked if the Board could make a policy regarding where graduation is held. Mr. Kuncken responded no, that is an administrative decision. Mr. Kuncken explained that it is his understanding that the Board only makes policy on graduation requirements. Yes: 9 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Robert Nunn, Carole Grube, Michael


Carried unanimously in a roll call vote. Personnel and Management Committee (Anne Keenan, Chairperson) Mrs. Keenan summarized the resolutions discussed at the committee meeting that was held on May 12, 2015. Motion by Michael Bender, seconded by Robert Nunn, that resolutions numbered 1 through 9 be adopted as presented:

2015-2016 Staff Appointments:

1. BE IT RESOLVED, That the staff members listed on Schedule B be employed for the 2015-2016 school year. The salary, term, and step are per the negotiated salary guide as per the Board of Education and the Lenape Valley Education Association agreement with a copy of Schedule B to be made part of the minutes.


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Personnel and Management Committee (Anne Keenan, Chairperson) – continued

2. BE IT RESOLVED, That the staff members listed on Schedule C be employed for the 2015-2016 school year. The salary, term, and step are per the negotiated salary guide as per the Board of Education and the Lenape Valley Education Association agreement with a copy of Schedule C to be made part of the minutes.

3. Teacher of Mathematics

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education does hereby approve the hiring of Mr. Scott Dubiel as a Teacher of Mathematics, Schedule A, BA, Step 1, at a salary of $51,000, effective August 31, 2015, through June 30, 2016.

4. Teacher of Social Studies

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education does hereby approve the emergent hiring of Mr. Nicholas Costanzo as a Teacher of Social Studies, having attested that he has not been convicted of any disqualifying crime pursuant to applicable statute, Schedule A, BA+18, Step 2, at a salary of $53,500, effective August 31, 2015, through June 30, 2016.

5. Teacher of English

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education does hereby approve the emergent hiring of Mr. Nicholas Ripatrazone as a Teacher of English, having attested that he has not been convicted of any disqualifying crime pursuant to applicable statute, Schedule A, MA+45, Step 7, at a salary of $70,000, effective August 31, 2015, through June 30, 2016.

6. Athletic Trainer

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education does hereby approve the emergent hiring of Mr. Justin Corcoran, as an Athletic Trainer, having attested that he has not been convicted of any disqualifying crime pursuant to applicable statute, at a salary of $48,500, effective July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016.

7. Maternity Leave Request

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education does hereby approve Mrs. Melanie Edwish’s request for a disability leave, as per article XVI of the Lenape Valley Education Association, to begin on August 31, 2015, and utilizing accumulated sick days. On October 26, 2015, Mrs. Edwish will be placed on an unpaid leave of absence pursuant to the New Jersey Family Leave Act. Her anticipated return date is January 4, 2016.

8. Athletic and Co-Curricular Event Fees

RESOLVED, That all contracted personnel for Lenape Valley High School district be authorized to act in the following capacities at the designated rates for athletic and co-curricular events during the 2015-2016 school year.


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Personnel and Management Committee (Anne Keenan, Chairperson) – continued Position Rate of Pay Event Worker/Timer $50 per event Public Address Announcer $50 per event Film/Video/Audio Technicians $50 per event Site Director $50 per event Administrative Site Director $35 per hour Sub Varsity Official $60 per event

9. Substitute Teachers

RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the following substitute teachers for the 2014-2015 school year at the rate of $80 per day and $85 per day after twenty (20) days in the district:

Keith Lotter Rowan University Discussion: Mrs. Grube questioned why we need to hire someone with such a high salary on the guide with respect to resolution #5. Mr. DiRupo responded that the individual has the appropriate experience and that he also will be able to fill co-curricular positions at our school. Yes: 9 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Robert Nunn, Carole Grube, Michael


Carried unanimously in a roll call vote. Curriculum and Policy Committee (Michael Bender, Chairperson) The Curriculum and Policy Committee meeting was held on Tuesday, May 12, 2015. There were no resolutions presented for adoption.

New Business Mrs. Grube asked whether summer maintenance work will include work on bathrooms on the field, as “they are disgusting.” Mr. Nunn asked Mr. DiRupo whether he has consulted with the local fire marshall regarding the use of the gym for graduation. He stated that with the lack of handrails in the gym, he does not think it is a safe environment for graduation. Dr. McHugh questioned the process utilized by Mr. DiRupo as to how the decision was reached on where to have graduation. He stated that students, parents and the Board have been “isolated stakeholders” in this decision. However, he stated that a representative at the New Jersey School Boards Association confirmed that graduation is not a matter of Board policy. Mr. Rafferty stated that the students presented a petition to Mr. DiRupo with over 300 signatures requesting an outside graduation and he disregarded it. Mr. Rafferty said, “I can’t back you up on this. I understand you have the say, but this is a ‘gimme.’”


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New Business – continued Mrs. Ressa stated that graduation is the students’ ceremony and they should have input in the decision. Mrs. LaBell said that it’s an honor to graduate outside and that we have the money to have it outside. She said, “I believe the students have a right to speak up on this issue.” Mr. Poggi stated that he’s been here for 29 years, and graduations have been inside and outside. Whether they are inside or outside, he said, they have always been classy and well done. Old Business There was no old business to discuss. Meeting Open to Public Mrs. Nunn spoke again and said “I do not want to sit on the bleachers in the gym. I’d be much happier with four tickets in the auditorium.” Executive Session Motion by Steven McHugh, seconded by Daniel Rafferty, that the Board retire to Executive Session at 7:55 p.m. WHEREAS, The Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting in certain circumstances; and WHEREAS, The Lenape Valley Regional Board of Education is of the opinion that such circumstances presently exist, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the Lenape Valley Regional High School Board of Education, County of Sussex, State of New Jersey, that a closed session of this Board of Education (where the public shall be excluded) will be held at this time for the purpose of discussing:

PERSONNEL - SUPERINTENDENT EVALUATION, AND CONFIDENTIAL STUDENT MATTER

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the action of the Board with regard to the above-entitled matter shall be disclosed to the public at a later date and to the extent that the same is not prejudicial to the interests of the parties involved, and would not result in a possible invasion of their right of privacy. Yes: 9 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Anne Keenan, Robert Nunn, Carole

Grube, Michael Bender, Sandra LaBell, Steven McHugh, Anne Keenan No: 0

Carried unanimously in a voice vote.


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Return to Regular Session

Motion by Anne Keenan, seconded by Robert Nunn, to return to Regular Session at 9:55 p.m. Yes: 8 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Anne Keenan, Robert Nunn, Carole

Grube, Michael Bender, Steven McHugh, Anne Keenan No: 0

Carried unanimously in a voice vote. Motion for Adjournment Motion by Michael Bender, seconded by Robert Nunn, that the meeting be adjourned at 9:56 p.m.

Yes: 8 Richard Kuncken, Gay Ressa, Robert Nunn, Carole Grube, Michael Bender, Steven McHugh, Daniel Rafferty, Anne Keenan

No: 0

Carried unanimously in a roll call vote. Respectfully submitted, Robert G. Klinck Assistant Superintendent for Business/Board Secretary These minutes were prepared and typed by Thursday, May 21, 2015.

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