Thursday, May 28, 2015
Special Board Meeting
WARREN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015, 8:00 A.M.
CENTRAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
6820 MARKET STREET, RUSSELL, PA 16345
www.wcsdpa.org
1. Opening Activities
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1.01 Call to Order
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1. Opening Activities
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1.02 Pledge of Allegiance
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1. Opening Activities
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Mr. John Anderson |
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Mr. Arthur Stewart |
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Mr. Thomas Knapp |
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Mr. John Werner |
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Mr. Paul Mangione |
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Mr. Michael Zamborik |
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Mrs. Marcy Morgan |
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Mrs. Donna Zariczny |
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Ms. Mary Anne Paris |
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1.04 Reading of the Mission Statement - Mr. John Werner
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1. Opening Activities
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The mission of the Warren County School District is to educationally empower all students to think critically and solve problems through a rigorous curriculum that will provide them with the skills necessary to graduate and pursue a career of their interest.
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1.05 Reading of the WCSD/PSBA Standards for Effective School Governance and Code of Conduct - Mr. Paul Mangione
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1. Opening Activities
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TO PROMOTE STUDENT GROWTH AND ACHIEVEMENT, AND EFFECTIVE SCHOOL BOARD ...
Models responsible governance and leadership by: Staying current with changing needs and requirements by reviewing educational literature, attending professional development opportunities prior to board service and continuously during board service and preparing to make informed decisions.
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1.06 Public Comment
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1. Opening Activities
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2. New Business
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2.01 Hearing Officer Report
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May 28, 2015 - Special Board Meeting
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the Hearing Officer Report Dated May 28, 2015 Case Letter "Q."
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Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the Hearing Officer Report Dated May 28, 2015 Case Letter "Q."
Motion by Thomas Knapp, second by Marcy Morgan.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.02 Board Treasurer Appointment
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May 28, 2015 - Special Board Meeting
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the appointment of Norbert J. Kennerknecht as Board Treasurer for the Warren County School District for a term of one (1) year beginning on July 1, 2015 with a supplemental salary of $2,600.00 for the 2015/2016 school year and that the Board of School Directors further approves the bond amount of $100,000 for the Board Treasurer.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the appointment of Norbert J. Kennerknecht as Board Treasurer for the Warren County School District for a term of one (1) year beginning on July 1, 2015 with a supplemental salary of $2,600.00 for the 2015/2016 school year and that the Board of School Directors further approves the bond amount of $100,000 for the Board Treasurer.
Motion by Thomas Knapp, second by Marcy Morgan.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.03 Food Service Contract Renewal
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May 28, 2015 - Special Board Meeting
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors directs Administration to submit to PDE, upon solicitor review and approval, the Food Service Management Company (FSMC) renewal application naming The Nutrition Group as FSMC for the Warren County School District for the 2015-2016 school year.
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Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors directs Administration to submit to PDE, upon solicitor review and approval, the Food Service Management Company (FSMC) renewal application naming The Nutrition Group as FSMC for the Warren County School District for the 2015-2016 school year.
Motion by Marcy Morgan, second by Thomas Knapp.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.04 Proposed Final Budget
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May 28, 2015 - Special Board Meeting
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors adopts the proposed final budget for the 2015-2016 fiscal year as presented; directs the proposed final budget to be made available for public inspection at each school within the District, at Central Office, and on the District's website at least 20 days prior to the adoption of the final budget; and directs the publication of the Board's intent to adopt the final budget at least 10 days prior to the adoption of the final budget.
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Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors adopts the proposed final budget for the 2015-2016 fiscal year as presented; directs the proposed final budget to be made available for public inspection at each school within the District, at Central Office, and on the District's website at least 20 days prior to the adoption of the final budget; and directs the publication of the Board's intent to adopt the final budget at least 10 days prior to the adoption of the final budget.
Motion by Thomas Knapp, second by Marcy Morgan.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.05 American Red Cross Training Agreement
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2. New Business
Dollar Amount :
$1,250.00
Budget Source :
01 2260 000 00 35 000 / 581
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the agreement with the American Red Cross for First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor training on August 27-28, 2015.
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Agreement needs to be made to hold the dates for the trainer.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the agreement with the American Red Cross for First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor training on August 27-28, 2015.
Motion by Marcy Morgan, second by Michael Zamborik.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.06 Bid Results and Approvals for the Asbestos Abatement and Demolition for the WAHS Renovations Phase I (WCSD #1301.7; PDE #3811) - PPF - Mr. Arthur Stewart
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
That contingent upon the Pennsylvania Department of Education's approval of PlanCon Part F PDE Project #3811, the Board of School Directors approves an Asbestos Abatement and Demolition Contract #1301.7 to Canfield Development, in the amount of $985,000.00 for the project known as the Warren Area High School Renovations (WCSD #1301).
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The bid opening for the Asbestos Abatement and Demolition contract (WCSD #1301.7) for the WAHS Renovation project was held on May 20, 2015.
Motion & Voting
That contingent upon the Pennsylvania Department of Education's approval of PlanCon Part F PDE Project #3811, the Board of School Directors approves an Asbestos Abatement and Demolition Contract #1301.7 to Canfield Development, in the amount of $985,000.00 for the project known as the Warren Area High School Renovations (WCSD #1301).
Motion by Thomas Knapp, second by Marcy Morgan.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.07 Approval of PlanCon F, Attachment C, for the WAHS Renovations Phase I - Asbestos Abatement and Demolition (WCSD #1301.7; PDE #3811) - PPF - Mr. Arthur Stewart
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
The Board certifies that the information provided above accurately describes the actions taken by the school district / CTC prior to contract execution on the above-referenced PlanCon project. Failure to fully disclose any information pertinent to the following may result in the denial of reimbursement for this project: award to the lowest responsible bidder for any prime contract; issuance of permits and approvals by local, state and other governmental agencies; computation of reimbursable capacity, architectural area and scheduled area; and compliance with Act 34 of 1973, the 20 year rule and the 20% Rule of Alteration Costs used in determining the eligibility of building renovations for reimbursement.
Motion & Voting
The Board certifies that the information provided above accurately describes the actions taken by the school district / CTC prior to contract execution on the above-referenced PlanCon project. Failure to fully disclose any information pertinent to the following may result in the denial of reimbursement for this project: award to the lowest responsible bidder for any prime contract; issuance of permits and approvals by local, state and other governmental agencies; computation of reimbursable capacity, architectural area and scheduled area; and compliance with Act 34 of 1973, the 20 year rule and the 20% Rule of Alteration Costs used in determining the eligibility of building renovations for reimbursement.
Motion by Marcy Morgan, second by Thomas Knapp.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.08 Approval of PlanCon F20 for the WAHS Renovations Phase I - Asbestos Abatement and Demolition (WCSD #1301.7; PDE #3811) - PPF - Mr. Arthur Stewart
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors approves the submission of PlanCon F20 to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for the project known as the Warren Area High School Renovations - Phase I Asbestos Abatement and Demolition (WCSD #1301.7; PDE #3811) and furthermore certifies that to the best of its knowledge and belief: The board will not enter into construction contracts until it has received written approval for PlanCon Part F, Construction Documents, from the Department of Education; the board of school directors has obtained, or will obtain, all necessary approvals from local, regional, and state agencies relating to health, safety, design, planning highway access, and freedom from flooding and subsidence, prior to entering into construction contracts; the board acknowledges that failure to obtain the requisite approvals prior to entering into construction contracts may be sufficient cause for the Department of Education to revoke its approval for this project. If approval is revoked, the project will not be reimbursed by the Commonwealth.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors approves the submission of PlanCon F20 to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for the project known as the Warren Area High School Renovations - Phase I Asbestos Abatement and Demolition (WCSD #1301.7; PDE #3811) and furthermore certifies that to the best of its knowledge and belief: The board will not enter into construction contracts until it has received written approval for PlanCon Part F, Construction Documents, from the Department of Education; the board of school directors has obtained, or will obtain, all necessary approvals from local, regional, and state agencies relating to health, safety, design, planning highway access, and freedom from flooding and subsidence, prior to entering into construction contracts; the board acknowledges that failure to obtain the requisite approvals prior to entering into construction contracts may be sufficient cause for the Department of Education to revoke its approval for this project. If approval is revoked, the project will not be reimbursed by the Commonwealth.
Motion by Thomas Knapp, second by Marcy Morgan.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.09 Elimination of Earned Income Tax Office Positions
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May 28, 2015 - Special Board Meeting
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors eliminates the positions of Earned Income Tax Office Supervisor (Administrative Support Personnel) and Earned Income Tax Office Secretary (Warren County Educational Support Personnel Association) effective June 29, 2015.
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Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors eliminates the positions of Earned Income Tax Office Supervisor (Administrative Support Personnel) and Earned Income Tax Office Secretary (Warren County Educational Support Personnel Association) effective June 29, 2015.
Motion by Marcy Morgan, second by Thomas Knapp.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2.10 Keystone Purchasing Network - PPF - Mr. Arthur Stewart
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May 28, 2015 - Special Board Meeting
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2. New Business
Recommended Action :
That the Board of School Directors authorize the administration to join the Keystone Purchasing Network and procure services through the same.
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The Keystone Purchasing Network serves K-12 schools, higher educational institutions, local government and other non-profit organizations. Eligible schools and agencies can join KPN for free with no obligation to purchase.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of School Directors authorize the administration to join the Keystone Purchasing Network and procure services through the same.
Motion by Thomas Knapp, second by Marcy Morgan.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Yes: Thomas Knapp, Paul Mangione, Marcy Morgan, Arthur Stewart, John Werner, Michael Zamborik, Donna Zariczny
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2. New Business
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3. Closing Activities
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3.01 Adjournment
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May 28, 2015 - Special Board Meeting
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3. Closing Activities