December 19, 2013

Regular Board Meeting

McKinley High School

Page 119 Tony Perrone, President

NILES CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION At 6:00 P.M., on December 19, 2013, the Niles City School District’s Board of Education met in Regular session with the following members present upon roll call: Christopher C. Doutt, Lori Hudzik, Richard J. Limongi, and Susan G. Longacre, with Tony Perrone presiding.

Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Reflection

Res. No. 13-172 Adopt the Agenda Mr. Doutt moved to adopt the Agenda. (Minute File 13-172) Seconded: Mr. Limongi Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Hudzik, Mrs. Longacre, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Res. No. 13-173 Approve the Minutes Mr. Doutt moved to adopt the Minutes from the Regular Board Meeting of November 21, 2013. (Minute File 13-173) Seconded: Mrs. Longacre Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Longacre, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Board Recommendations--None

Board Committee Reports Niles City Parks Department Advisory Board—None Legislative Liaison to O.S.B.A.—Mr. Limongi said that they are going to switch the testing to align with the common core curriculum. (Minute File 13-173) Athletic Council— None T.C.T.C. School Board—None

Board Discussion of Current School Issues Mr. Doutt recognized Robert L. Marino, Sr., a former employee and former Board Member for his service to our schools. Mr. Doutt also added that he appreciates the renaming of McKinley Memorial High School’s gymnasium to the “Veterans’ Memorial Gymnasium”.

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Mr. Doutt commented that the “Moment of Reflection” each day at the buildings has helped a lot. He thanked Mrs. Hudzik for her service on the Board of Education, and he presented her with a poinsettia. Mr. Doutt then took the opportunity to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. Principal’s Reports: Sam Reigle represented McKinley High School and the Niles Middle School. (Minute File 13-173) Chris Chieffo represented the Primary and Intermediate schools. (Minute File 13-173) Department Reports—None Niles Swimmer—Jenna Taylor, 9th Grade—Mr. Danso explained. Mr. Perrone informed the Board Members that we have received the deeds to the Hartzell Ave. property and Emma St. property; he needs some time to review them. Mr. Perrone also thanked the administrators and staff for overseeing the extra-curricular activities that our students are involved in.

Recommendations, Commendations, and/or Presentations Rick George and students from the Career Paths After-School Program explained the projects that they have completed and the events in which they participate. Mr. Reigle thanked Mr. George and the students for their presentation, and said they were like a family. (Minute File 13-173)

Communications to the Niles City Board of Education Written Public Mr. Michael Platt, 114 Russell Ave., Niles, Ohio, wanted to discuss transportation safety. He said that the district’s priorities are off; there should be more accountability in running this service. Mrs. Hudzik and Mr. Limongi said that social media was not the place for this issue to be discussed.

Res. No. 13-174 Treasurer’s Report A. Mr. Doutt recommended to the Board of Education that it accept and/or approve the following: 1. Financial Reports for November, 2013 (Minute File 13-174): Monthly Financial Status Fund—Cash Report Check List (Summary/Detail) Interest Report Spending Plan Funds Yearly Revenue and Expenditure Report by Month (SM-2) Monthly Budget/Variance Report Cafeteria Fund Construction Financial Statements Employee Benefits Statements Maintenance Fund Athletic Account

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Transportation Report 2. Appropriation/Budget Adjustments (Minute File 13-174): 003/0000, Permanent Improvements, $26,602.87 004/9002, Local Funding Initiative, New High School, $63,506.47 022/9000, Tournament Account, $340.51 016/9093, Emergency Levy, $10,205.79 I.D.E.A.-B, FY-2014, $646,593.99 3. Transfers/Cash Adjustments (Minute File 13-174): 003/0000, Permanent Improvement Fund, to 004/9002, Local Funding Initiative, $11,010.26 4. 2014 Alternative Tax Budget (Minute File 13-174) 5. Donation of library books from Tami Bailey to Niles Intermediate School Seconded: Mr. Limongi Note: Mrs. Molinaro informed the public and the Board of Education that the Alternative Tax Budget will be available for viewing in the Treasurer’s Office, 100 West St., Niles, Ohio, 44446, on Friday, January 3, 2014, from 10:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Hudzik, Mrs. Longacre, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Superintendent’s Personnel Recommendations Res. No. 13-175 A. Employment of Personnel/Salary Adjustments Classified 1. Mr. Doutt moved to employ the following individuals as Classified Substitutes on an "as needed" basis for the remainder of the 2013-2014 school year: Jane Rossi, Substitute Cafeteria Helper, Substitute Secretary James Tincher, Substitute Bus Driver Seconded: Mrs. Hudzik Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Longacre, Mr. Perrone—Yes

Motion carried.

Certificated 2. Mr. Doutt moved to approve the following individuals as Home Instructors for the remainder of the 2013-2014 school year: Karen Scudier, Wilson Reading Teacher at Niles Intermediate School Nicole Pantelis, Third Grade Teacher at Niles Intermediate School Beth Ciminero, Special Education Teacher at Niles Middle School Colleen Bennett, Business Education at Niles McKinley High School

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Seconded: Mr. Limongi Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Hudzik, Mrs. Longacre, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

3. Mr. Doutt moved to approve the revised T.C.E.S.C. Substitute Teacher List for the remainder of the 2013-2014 school year. (Minute File 13-175) Seconded: Mrs. Longacre Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Longacre, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Supplemental Resolution to Employ a Non-Licensed Individual For Coaching or Directing a Pupil Activity Program WHEREAS, the Niles City Board of Education has posted supplemental positions as being available to employees of the District who hold educator licenses, and no such employee, meeting all of the Board’s qualifications, has applied for, been offered, and accepted such positions; and, WHEREAS, the Niles City Board of Education then advertised these positions as being available to licensed individuals not employed by this District, and no such person meeting all of the Board’s qualifications has applied for, been offered, and accepted such positions. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following non-licensed individual(s) be employed as indicated: 4. Mrs. Longacre moved to approve the appointment of the following individuals in their respective activity and/or athletic supplemental positions, for the 2013-2014 school year, and grant each a One-Year Personal Service Contract, as per the N.E.A. Master Contract: Mooney, Katelyn* Leonard, Jennifer*

Basketball--7th Grade Girls Basketball--8th Grade Girls

8% 8%

$2,275.44 $2,275.44

Seconded: Mr. Doutt Roll call: Mrs. Longacre, Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Superintendent’s Business Recommendations Res. No. 13-176 a. Mr. Doutt moved to approve the first reading of the new and/or revised Board Policies recommended by the Ohio School Boards Association. (Minute File 13-176) Seconded: Mr. Limongi Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Hudzik, Mrs. Longacre, and Mr. Perrone

Motion carried.

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Res. No. 13-177 b. Mr. Doutt moved to set Thursday, January 9, 2014, 6:00 P.M. at Niles McKinley High School, as the date, time, and location for its Annual Organizational Meeting. Seconded: Mrs. Longacre Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Longacre, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Res. No. 13-178 c. Mr. Doutt moved to appoint Tony Perrone as the President Pro-Tem for the Organizational Meeting to be held on January 9, 2014. Seconded: Mr. Limongi Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Hudzik, Mrs. Longacre, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Res. No. 13-179 d. Mr. Doutt moved to approve the renewal of the Board of Education's annual memberships and subscriptions with the Ohio School Boards Association. Seconded: Mr. Limongi Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Hudzik, Mrs. Longacre, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Res. No. 13-180 e. Mr. Doutt moved to approve the After-School Intervention Program, which provides intensive reading and math intervention for eligible students in grades 3-5. This program will be held at Niles Intermediate School beginning January 21, 2014, through April 3, 2014, from 3:45 P.M. until 4:45 P.M. It is further recommended that the Board of Education approve the supplemental payments to certificated staff involved in the After-School Program at a rate of $30.00 per hour, upon the approval of an authorized timesheet, and classified employees will be paid at their per diem rate. Seconded: Mrs. Longacre Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Longacre, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Res. No. 13-181 f. Mr. Doutt moved to approve the After-School Intervention Program, which provides intensive reading and math intervention for eligible students in grades K-2. This program will be held at Niles Primary School (dates to be announced). It is further recommended that the Board of Education approve the supplemental payments to certificated staff involved in the AfterSchool Program at a rate of $30.00 per hour, upon the approval of an authorized timesheet, and classified employees will be paid at their per diem rate. Seconded: Mr. Limongi

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Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Hudzik, Mrs. Longacre, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Executive Session Each Executive Session discussion must be limited to the purpose or purposes stated below. It is unlawful to state only one purpose for an Executive Session, but to then discuss a second topic (although an Executive Session may be called for the purpose of discussing several topics). The appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of an employee, or the investigation of charges or complaints against an employee, official, licensee, or student, unless the employee, official, licensee, or student requests a public hearing. The purchase of property for public purposes, or the sale of property at competitive bidding. Conferences with the Board’s attorney to discuss matters which are the subject of pending or imminent court action. Preparing for, conducting, or reviewing negotiations or bargaining sessions with employees. Matters required to be kept confidential by Federal law or rules or State statutes. Specialized details of security arrangements.

At 7:05 P.M., Mr. Doutt moved that, under the provision of O.R.C. 121.22, the Niles City Board of Education will recess to Executive Session to discuss: 1. The appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of an employee, or the investigation of charges or complaints against an employee, official, licensee, or student, unless the employee, official, licensee, or student requests a public hearing. 2. Matters required to be kept confidential by Federal law or rules or State statutes. Seconded: Mrs. Longacre Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Longacre, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

At 8:10 P.M., Mrs. Longacre moved to reconvene the Board Meeting. Seconded: Mr. Doutt Roll call: Mrs. Longacre, Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Res. No. 13-182 Mrs. Molinaro read the following motion: Does the Board of Education accept the appeal of Tim Clay in the case of his ten (10) day suspension? Seconded: Mr. Limongi Roll call: Mr. Doutt (No), Mr. Limongi (No), Mrs. Hudzik (No), Mrs. Longacre (No), and Mr. Perrone (No) Motion failed.

December 19, 2013

Regular Board Meeting

McKinley High School

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Executive Session Each Executive Session discussion must be limited to the purpose or purposes stated below. It is unlawful to state only one purpose for an Executive Session, but to then discuss a second topic (although an Executive Session may be called for the purpose of discussing several topics). The appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of an employee, or the investigation of charges or complaints against an employee, official, licensee, or student, unless the employee, official, licensee, or student requests a public hearing. The purchase of property for public purposes, or the sale of property at competitive bidding. Conferences with the Board’s attorney to discuss matters which are the subject of pending or imminent court action. Preparing for, conducting, or reviewing negotiations or bargaining sessions with employees. Matters required to be kept confidential by Federal law or rules or State statutes. Specialized details of security arrangements.

At 8:10 P.M., Mr. Doutt moved that, under the provision of O.R.C. 121.22, the Niles City Board of Education will recess to Executive Session to discuss: 1. The appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of an employee, or the investigation of charges or complaints against an employee, official, licensee, or student, unless the employee, official, licensee, or student requests a public hearing. 2. The purchase of property for public purposes, or the sale of property at competitive bidding Seconded: Mrs. Longacre Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Longacre, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

At 8:40 P.M., Mrs. Longacre moved to reconvene the Board Meeting. Seconded: Mr. Doutt Roll call: Mrs. Longacre, Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

Motion

Adjourn At 8:41 P.M., Mr. Doutt moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded: Mrs. Hudzik Roll call: Mr. Doutt, Mrs. Hudzik, Mr. Limongi, Mrs. Longacre, and Mr. Perrone—Yes carried.

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

Motion

December 19, 2013

Regular Board Meeting

McKinley High School

December 20, 2013 December 21, 2013 December 24, 2013 December 25, 2013 December 26, 2013 December 31, 2013 January 1, 2014 January 6, 2014

Last Day of Classes—Christmas Vacation Winter Solstice Christmas Eve—Closed Christmas Day—Closed Offices will be closed New Year’s Eve—Closed New Year’s Day—Closed Classes Resume

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New Address and Phone Number (Effective January 6, 2014) Niles City School District Administration Building 309 N. Rhodes Ave. Niles, Ohio 44446 (330) 989-5095

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,

_________________________________________ Tony Perrone, President

_________________________________________ Linda C. Molinaro, Treasurer