BOARD OF EDUCATION
REGULAR MEETING * REVISED
This meeting can be viewed livestream at www.pinebushschools.org
Consideration of Executive Session 6:30 p.m.
Anticipate Reconvening Regular Session 7:00 p.m.
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
Consideration of Executive Session 6:30 p.m.
Discussion re: Contract Negotiations
Anticipate Reconvening Regular Session 7:00 p.m.
II. Approval of Minutes
III. Reports, Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools
1. Resolution regarding “Fall 2” Sports
2. Approval of Consent Agenda
3. CSE/CPSE Placement Recommendations
4. Budget Work Session Segment for 2021-2022
Budget Presentations:
PROGRAM – Instruction
5. Legislative Priorities Presentation
6. Approval of New Policy 5633 for First Reading
***** Public Participation *****
7. Orange-Ulster BOCES Board Candidates – Consideration of Nomination
8. Upcoming Board Meetings, Events / Old, New Business / Updates
IV. Business & Finance
1. Claims Auditor’s Reports
2. District Treasurer’s Reports
3. Approval of SCAR Assessment Reduction Decisions
4. Authorization and Approval of Terms & Conditions of Employment for Physical Therapy Assistant Services
***** Public Participation *****
V. Consideration of Executive Session
VI. Adjournment
MEMORANDUM Accompanying Board Agenda – February 23, 2021
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
Consideration of Executive Session 6:30 p.m.
Discussion re: Contract Negotiations
Anticipate Reconvening Regular Session 7:00 p.m.
II. Approval of Minutes
The Board of Education will be asked to approve the minutes from the regular board meeting of February 9, 2021 as submitted by the District Clerk.
III. Reports, Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools
1. Acknowledge and acceptance of “Fall 2” Sports Teams
Recommend the Board of Education approve the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the District recognizes the value of allowing students to participate in District sponsored athletics, with the understanding that allowing such participation does include risks of transmitting COVID 19; and
WHEREAS, effective March 1, 2021, and until otherwise indicated, student-athletes shall be permitted to participate in District sponsored Fall 2 season sports as set forth below, provided the District, parents and students comply with requirements set forth by the Orange County Department of Health; and
WHEREAS, the requirements set forth for the District, parents and students are set forth in the resolution adopted by the Board of Education on February 9, 2021, and shall be applicable for student participation in Fall 2 Season sports; and
WHEREAS, The Superintendent established safeguards to protect athletes, coaches, families and the community for the Fall 2 season which exceed State and County DOH guidance, and he may continue to establish additional safeguards and/or modify existing ones;
NOW THEREFORE, the Pine Bush Central School District Board of Education hereby acknowledges the receipt and acceptance of the Superintendent’s recommendation to allow participation in the following sports for the 2020-2021 Fall 2 Season:
Sport Play Level Risk Level Grades allowed to Participate
Cross Country Varsity Low Risk 9-12
Football Varsity/JV Higher Risk 9-12
Field Hockey Varsity/JV Moderate Risk 9-12
Girls Tennis Varsity/JV Low/Moderate Risk *8-12
Boys Soccer Varsity/JV Moderate Risk 9-12
Girls Soccer Varsity/JV Moderate Risk 9-12
Volleyball Varsity/JV Higher Risk 9-12
Cheerleading Varsity/JV Higher Risk 9-12
Girls Swimming Varsity Low/Moderate Risk *8-12
& Diving
subject to compliance with the OC DOH guidance and other New York State and/or NYSPHSAA guidance.
*Only 8th graders who participated last year as 7th graders will be allowed. There will be no APP process this season.
2. Consent Agenda
Recommend the Board of Education approve the following Consent Agenda as submitted by the Superintendent of Schools: ON WEBSITE
3. CSE and CPSE Placement Recommendation
Recommend the Board of Education approve all IEPs of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education as submitted by the CSE and CPSE Chairperson and reviewed by Trustee Kheiralla.
4. Budget Work Session Segment for 2021-2022
Budget Presentations:
PROGRAM – Instruction
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Amy Brockner will present a PowerPoint pertaining to the 2021-2022 Instructional Budget.
5. Legislative Priorities
Superintendent Tim Mains will present on the topic of Legislative Priorities.
6. Approval of New Policy 5633 for First Reading
Recommend the Board of Education approve new Policy 5633, Gender Neutral Single-Occupancy Bathrooms for first reading.
***** Public Participation *****
7. Orange-Ulster BOCES Board Candidates – Consideration of Nomination
This year, two Orange-Ulster BOCES board members terms expire. To date, we have received, per Orange-Ulster BOCES, two letters of interest to fill these two open seats. If Pine Bush would like to nominate anyone as a candidate for the Orange-Ulster Cooperative Board, a motion must be called and voted upon. Nominations of candidates must be submitted to OU BOCES no later than March 23, 2021. The following individuals have submitted letters:
- Eugenia”Jean” Pavek / Minisink Valley Central SD
- Michael Bello / Port Jervis City SD
Both Eugenia “Jean” Pavek and Michael Bello are running for re-election (Letters Included in Pkt.)
8. Upcoming Board Meetings, Events / Old, New Business / Updates
Upcoming board meetings and events to be announced Tuesday evening:
The start time for the regular sessions of our board meetings – 7:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
Regular Board Meetings:
- Tuesday, March 9, 2021, 7:00 PM at Pine Bush High School
- Tuesday, March 23, 2021, 7:00 PM at Circleville Middle School
- Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 7:00 PM Pine Bush High School
- Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 7:00 PM Circleville Middle School
Other Important Dates
Prospective School Board Member Workshop
- Saturday, March 20, 2021, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM via Zoom
- Tuesday, March 23, 2021, 7:00PM – 9:00PM via Zoom
Register via email to Karyn Meier, OCSBA at karyn.meier@ocsba.com forms available on the back table or contact Maria Wise.
OCSBA Announcement: Mandated Training for New School Board Members in School District Governance
- Part 1 –Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 5: 30 PM, Part 2 –Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 5:30 PM
Scheduled In person with attendees being socially distanced and masks are required.Informational form is on the back table. Maria Wise will register any new board members who plan to attend; there will also be options through NYSSBA. (No information on a virtual option at this time, will keep you informed)
Other Events:
- School Board Member Petition Packets –Available first week in March at District Office. Petition return date to the District Clerk is (no later than) Monday, April 19, 2021 at 5:00 PM.
Orange-Ulster BOCES Virtual Budget Presentation
Wednesday, April 7, 2021 – 7:00 PM
RSVP to Maria Wise or Jayna McAteer no later than March 29 if you would like to attend
(Note: BOCES Reps will present their budget to Pine Bush CSD at our March 23, 2021 meeting)
Old or New Business/Updates:
IV. Business & Finance
1. Claim Auditor’s Reports
Recommend the Board of Education acknowledge receipt and acceptance of the following Claims Auditor’s Reports as submitted:
Claims Auditor’s Report covering Warrant # 0047 dated 1/26/2021 payroll authorizing payments in the amount of $ 1,112,995.75
- Trust & Agency Acct. (13 checks 004289-004301) $ 1,112,995.75
Total $ 1,112,995.75
Claims Auditor’s Report covering Warrant # 0048 dated 1/29/2021 check run authorizing payments in the amount of $ 1,068,935.55
- Cafeteria Fund (5 checks 005506-005510) $ 30,706.18
- General Fund (41 checks 066520-066560) 1,036,104.37
- District Activity AC (1 check 005692) 2,125.00
Total $ 1,068,935.55
Claims Auditor’s Report covering Warrant #0049 dated 2/5/2021 check run authorizing payments in the amount of $ 200,772.49
- Cafeteria Fund (1 check 005511 $ 43.01
- Trust & Agency Acct. (0 checks) 15,089.96
- CVMS Activity Fund (1 check 001668) 513.50
- General Fund (34 checks 066561-066594) 185,046.02
- District Activity AC (1 check 005693) 80.00
Total $ 200,772.49
Claims Auditor’s Report covering Warrant # 0050 dated 2/10/2021 payroll authorizing payments in the amount of $ 831,361.12
- Trust & Agency Acct. (5 checks 004302-004306) $ 831,361.12
Total $ 831,361.12
Claims Auditor’s Report covering Warrant # 0051 dated 2/12/2021 check run authorizing payments in the amount of $ 431,624.72
- Cafeteria Fund (19 checks 005512-005530) $ 100,777.07
- Federal Fund Account (1 check 002562) 1500.00
- General Fund (67 checks 066595-066661) 329,347.65
Total $ 431,624.72
2. District Treasurer’s Reports
Recommend the Board of Education acknowledge receipt and acceptance of the following District Treasurer’s Reports for the period January 1, 2021 through January 31, 2021.
General Fund Reports:
- Monthly Treasurer’s Reports
- Budget Status
Monthly Treasurer’s Reports / Budget Status for:
- School Lunch Fund
- Capital Fund
- Federal Fund
Monthly Treasurer’s Reports for:
- Trust & Agency Fund
- District-wide Activity Fund
- Student Activity Funds for: Pine Bush High School,
- Circleville Middle School and Crispell Middle School
- Expendable Trust Fund (Scholarships)
- Academy of Finance
- Human Services Academy
- Debt Service
3. Approval of SCAR Assessment Reduction Decisions
Recommended the Board of Education approve the following property tax refund based upon Small Claim Assessment Review (SCAR) decision authorizing reductions of the assessment:
Town of Wallkill
Name School Year S-B-L Old Assessment New Assessment Refund Amt
David Terracino 2020-2021 36-3-3 $73,800 $68,247 $667.04
357 Bowser Rd, Middletown, NY
Town of Mamakating
Erin Goldberg 2020-2021 68.-1-77.1 $185,000 $139,897 $1652.87
357 Bowser Rd Middletown, NY
Total Refund $2319.91
4. Authorization and Approval of Terms & Conditions of Employment for Physical Therapy Assistant Services
Recommended the Board of Education authorize and approve the Terms & Conditions of Employment between the Pine Bush Central School District and Rebecca Santopietro, Physical Therapy Assistant, noting the agreement covers the period from March 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024.
***** Public Participation *****
V. Consideration of Executive Session
VI. Adjournment