MENANDS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
July 12, 2021
6:00 p.m. Reorganizational Meeting
Regular Board Meeting Immediately Following
*A Board member will participate remotely from the location:
107 Strom Farm Ln Stowe VT 05672
PLEASE NOTE: During the Public Comment Sessions, members of the community may address the Board on agenda and non-agenda items. The Board President may limit remarks of individual speakers to a reasonable time. Speakers must identify themselves and the topic on which they would like to make remarks.
1. REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Time: 6:15
2. MOTION TO ENTER PUBLIC SESSION
Motion: Mrs. Jaskula Ayes: 4
Second: Mr.Diefenderfer Nays: 0
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
Just a reminder for those members of the public in attendance. This is one of two opportunities afforded members of the public to comment on or inquire about agenda items. Members of the public also have an opportunity at the end of the evening’s agenda to ask questions or voice concerns or comments on matters not formally noted on the agenda. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District accept the minutes of the June 14, 2021 meeting.
Motion: Mrs. Jaskula Ayes: 4
Second: Mr.Diefenderfer Nays: 0
6. DISCUSSION ITEMS
I. Superintendents Reports and Updates
COVID Operations Update- Dr. Long gave an update to the board in regards to the most recent protocols about what the reopening might look like.
COVID Funding Planning- Dr. Long gave a presentation to the board to the board about the different ways they are looking into to best utilize available funding.
7. BUSINESS MATTERS
Business Office – Non-Action Items
Enclosed for the information of the Board are copies of the following warrants and the claims auditor Report for the month of June 2021:
Fund A Amount
- Warrant #57 $16,291.22
- Warrant #59 $112,815.37
- Warrant #62 $219,651.97
- Warrant #63 $1,357.95
- Warrant #66 $905,622.88
Fund EC Amount
- Warrant #2 $3,340.00
- Warrant #3 $1,434.15
- Warrant #4 $198.06
Fund H Amount
- Warrant #14 $2,500.00
No questions
II. Business Office – Action Items
Motion: Mr. Diefenderfer Ayes: 4
Second: Mrs. Delancy Nays: 0
Consent agenda A-D
A. Disposal of Items
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approves the disposal of
1 HP Printer 3005 MUFSD 00100, 1 Dell Cart 00077 and 7 Dell Mobile Computing carts which cease to be of use or of value to the district as listed.
B. Reserve Transfers – June 2021
BE IT RESOLVED that the authorization of the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District be given to transfer up to $60,000 to the Repair Reserve for the 2020-2021 school year.
BE IT RESOLVED that the authorization of the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District be given to transfer up to $22,000 to the Employee Benefit Accrued Liability Reserve for the 2020-2021 school year.
BE IT RESOLVED that the authorization of the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District be given to transfer up to $52,000 to the TRS Reserve for the 2020-2021 school year.
BE IT RESOLVED that the authorization of the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District be given to transfer up to $48,000 to the ERS Reserve for the 2020-2021 school year.
BE IT RESOLVED that the authorization of the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District be given to transfer up to $3,000 to the Workers Compensation Reserve for the 2020-2021 school year.
BE IT RESOLVED that the authorization of the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District be given to transfer up to $10,000 to the Unemployment Reserve for the 2020-2021 school year.
C. Reserve Transfer – For the 2021-2022 School Year
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District authorizes any retiree sick and vacation payouts during the 2021-2022 school year from the Employee Benefit Accrued Liability Reserve.
D. 2021-2022 Safety Plan
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approves the 2021-2022 District Safety Plan.
E. Contracts for Approval
Motion: Mrs. Delancy Ayes: 4
Second: Mr. Nevins Nays: 0
Consent agenda 1-8
Advanced Therapy 2021-2022- Special Education Extended School Year Services Contract
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the contract between Menands School and Advanced Therapy for the 2021-2022 Extended school year as per the attached agreement.
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2021-2023 SA 10 -(Gr. 9-12 Educational Services) Watervliet City
School District
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the SA 10 Instruction Contract between Menands UFSD and the Watervliet City School District for students in grades 9-12 for the 2021-2023 school year.
2021-2023 Intermunicipal Agreement-(Gr. 9-12 Educational Services) North Colonie Central School District
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the intermunicipal agreement between Menands UFSD and the North Colonie Central School District for students in grades 9-12 for the 2021-2023 school year.
2021-2022 Intermunicipal Agreement – (Gr. 9-12 Educational Services)South Colonie
Central School District
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the intermunicipal agreement between Menands UFSD and the South Colonie Central School District for students in grades 9-12 for the 2021-2022 school year.
BOCES Cooperative Bidding and Purchasing
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby adopts the BOCES cooperative bidding contract and food and cafeteria supplies cooperative bidding resolutions for the 2021-2022 school year.
AMSURE(Formally known as Adirondack Trust Insurance) Contract Renewal
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the contract renewal with AMSURE Insurance for the 2021-2022 school year.
Special Education Consulting Services Agreement – Lorraine D. Thompson
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District, hereby approves the Special
Education Consulting Services Agreement with Lorraine D. Thompson for the 2021-2022 school year.
Behavioral Transformations Licensed Applied Behavior Analysis Services, PLLC
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District approve the contract between Menands School and Behavioral Transformations Licensed
Applied Behavior Analysis for the 2021-2022 school year as per attached contract.
F. BOCES CONTRACTS FOR APPROVAL
Motion: Mr. Nevins Ayes: 4 Mr. Masline: Abstain
Second: Mrs. Jaskula Nays: 0
Consent agenda 1-2
1. Preliminary BOCES AS-7 Contract for 2021-2022 Services
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the attached Preliminary AS-7 Contract for 2021-2022 Services.
2. Final BOCES AS-7 Contract for 2020-2021 Services
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the attached Final AS-7 Contract for 2020-2021 Services.
8. POLICY
I. Second Reading of Policies
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District, upon recommendation of the Policy Committee, approve the second reading of the following policies.
- Technology Use Policy 4526
- Instructional Technology General Use- Students and Staff Members 4526.1
- Student Access to District Computer System Resources 4526.3
- Internet Safety 4526.5
Motion: Mrs. Jaskula Ayes: 4
Second: Mr.Diefenderfer Nays: 0
II. First Reading of Policies
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District, upon recommendation of the Policy Committee, approve the first reading of the following policies.
- Technology use Policy for Staff 4526.2
- Technology use Policy for Students 4526.4
- School District Office and Employee Code of Ethics 2160
Motion: Mr. Diefenderfer Ayes: 4
Second: Mrs. Delancy Nays: 0
Dr. Long asked the board to move all of the policies listed to the final reading at the August 9, 2021 meeting.
9. PERSONNEL MATTERS
Motion: Mrs. Delancy Ayes: 4
Second: Mr. Nevins Nays: 0
Consent agenda A-C
Appointments
A. Non Instructional Substitutes
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the appointment of the following substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year as listed:
Lunch Aid/Food Service Worker: Daniel Carroll
- Taj Buskey
- Catherine Mattice
- Ileane O’Connell
Substitute Custodians:
- Dan Carroll
- LarryGardinier
Clerical:
- Janet Ramsay
- Catherine Mattice
Substitute Nurse:
Ileane O’Connell
B. Substitute Teachers – Fully Cleared
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the following substitute teachers for the 2021-2022 school year.
- Jack Boggan
- Abigail Ferris
- Jeremy Russo
C. Substitute Teachers – Fully Cleared and Substitute Teachers – BOCES
BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the re-appointment of all substitute teachers for the 2021- 2022 school year who were previously appointed through 6/30/21.
10. SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDATIONS PROGRAMS
Motion: Mr. Nevins Ayes: 4
Second: Mrs. Jaskula Nays: 0
Consent agenda I-III
I. CSE/CPSE Recommendations
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the CSE/CPSE recommendations as submitted.
II. Health Services Contract
Enclosed please find a copy of the 2020-2021 Health Services Contracts for students attending private or parochial schools in the following districts:
III. Albany City School District- 22 students in the amount of $17,130.08
*The residence of the students has been verified.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Menands Union Free School District hereby approves the 2020-2021 Health Services Contracts for students attending private or parochial schools as listed.
11. STUDENT MATTERS (Informational Item)
The total estimated enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year to date is 294 (this includes confirmed students for the incoming Kindergarten class). 33 Kindergarten registrations As of 6/30/2021.
12. INFORMATIONAL MATERIAL
Next Board of Education Meeting – August 9th at 6:30 p.m.
13. MISCELLANEOUS
Mr. Masline asked that training information be provided for Mrs. Delancy and asked for a board member to mentor Mrs. Delancy. Mr. Nevins said that he would be happy to meet with her. He also asked the board to complete the superintendent evaluations if they have not already done so.
Mr. Masline said that he thought the Virtual Calm Down Room on the district website had a lot of good information.
Mrs. Delancy asked if the district could provide bus monitors.
Dr. Long informed the board that the NYSSBA Convention will be held in October and to let the district clerk know if you plan to attend.
Mr. Diefenderfer thanked everyone for making all of this possible.
14. PUBLIC COMMENT
PLEASE NOTE: During the Public Comment Sessions, members of the community may address the Board on agenda and non-agenda items. The Board President may limit remarks of individual speakers to a reasonable time. Speakers must identify themselves and the topic on which they would like to make remarks.
Any Board of Education member may choose to enter into Executive Session at this time if necessary.
No comments
15. MOTION TO ADJOURN
Motion: Mrs. Jaskula Ayes: 4
Second: Mr.Diefenderfer Nays: 0
*All minutes of Board of Education meetings are recorded and become public record upon approval by the Board.