WESTWOOD REGIONAL BOARD OF EDUCATION
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, NEW JERSEY
MINUTES OF PUBLIC HEARING AND REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 26, 2008
Present:
President Mosolino, Vice President Liddy, Trustees Firriolo, Gregory, Hanlon, Koch, Mandeville,
Mountain, Schaadt, Superintendent Geoffrey W. Zoeller, and Board Secretary Keith A. Rosado. Also
present: Student Representatives Ilana Asserson and Jennifer Cush.
Absent:
None
The hearing was called to order at 7:00 P.M. in the Hurley Theatre, Jr./Sr. High School, by President Mosolino to discuss the
proposed contracts of the Assistant Superintendent and Business Administrator.
PUBLIC FORUM:
Started: 7:00 P.M.
Ended: 7:04 P.M.
No one chose to speak.
The Board then went back into Executive Session in the District Conference Room.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. in the Hurley Theatre, Jr./Sr. High School by President Mosolino who led the
salute to the flag and read the New Jersey Open Public Meeting Law statement.
Mrs. Gregory, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that approval be given the Minutes of the Work Session Minutes of June 12, 2008
and the Private Executive Session Minutes of June 12, 2008.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Superintendent’s Report
Mr. Zoeller:
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Mr. Zoeller welcomed the students receiving awards tonight and their families.
Mr. Zoeller thanked Board of Education members for attending the various end-of-year activities/programs held at
the district schools.
Mr. Zoeller stated that the June issue of the Cardinal Connection would list the colleges and universities that our
graduating seniors were accepted into. The list is impressive.
Mr. Zoeller stated that a large number of faculty and staff, including elementary teachers, attended the graduation
ceremony on June 19th and saluted the faculty and staff for helping our students achieve success.
President’s Report:
Mrs. Mosolino:
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Mrs. Mosolino reminded everyone that this was the last meeting for the 2007-2008 year. She announced the July
24th and August 21st Board of Education Meeting dates and stated they were also posted on the district website.
Business Administrator’s Report:
Mr. Rosado:
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Mr. Rosado summarized progress with the various referendum projects.
Mr. Rosado stated that the theatre bid would be rejected tonight due to bids being over budget. This project will be
postponed until next year and will be re-bid in September/October 2008.
Mr. Rosado stated that the site improvements bid is on the agenda tonight.
Mr. Rosado stated that the athletic supply order and the contract for food services with Pomptonian are on the
agenda tonight.
Mr. Rosado stated that allocation of funds to the Capital Reserve is also on the agenda tonight.
Student Representative’s Report:
Ilana Asserson and Jennifer Cush:
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Ilana Asserson stated that the school year has ended and students are on summer break.
Ilana Asserson stated that many fall team captain’s practices have already started to get ready for the season.
Jennifer Cush stated that every Jr./Sr. High student will be participating in a new unified summer reading program,
one for grades 7-9 and one for grades 10-12.
Old Business:
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None.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION:
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District would like to recognize Rachel Canaie, twelfth grade
student, for being named Westwood High School May student of the month.
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
congratulates Rachel Canaie for this accomplishment, directs the Secretary to include this Resolution in the official
minutes of the Board of Education, and directs the Superintendent of Schools to present this student with a suitable
certificate of recognition.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District would like to recognize Claudia Mena, seventh grade
student, on being named as Westwood Junior High School June Student of the Month.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
congratulates Claudia Mena for this accomplishment, directs the Secretary to include this Resolution in the official
minutes of the Board of Education, and directs the Superintendent of Schools to present this student with a suitable
certificate of recognition.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mrs. Gregory, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District would like to recognize Ashley Lewis and Joanna Toole,
twelfth grade students, for being named Westwood High School students of the month for June 2008.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
congratulates Ashley Lewis and Joanna Toole for this accomplishment, directs the Secretary to include this
Resolution in the official minutes of the Board of Education, and directs the Superintendent of Schools to present
each student with a suitable certificate of recognition.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mrs. Mountain, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District would like to recognize Jake DiCuffa, Claire Kramer,
Francine Laquidara, Nicole Netzer, Rachel Ocher, Erin Shanley, Maggie Swietkowski, and Kyle Uhlich, Ketler
students, for being on the Student Advisory Council for Ketler School. The Student Advisory Council has helped
organize Ketler’s Allergy Awareness Day, Recycling, Habitat for Humanity, and Who’s Smarter Than a Fourth
Grader.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education, on behalf of
itself, hereby congratulates the above students for this accomplishment, directs the Secretary to include this
Resolution in the official minutes of the Board of Education, and directs the Superintendent of Schools to present
each student with a suitable certificate of recognition.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mrs. Mountain, seconded by Mrs. Schaadt, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District would like to recognize Christopher Geimke, Ketler
student, for taking time out of his lunch two times a week to help a first grade ESL student with mathematics.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
congratulates Christopher Geimke for this accomplishment, directs the Secretary to include this Resolution in the
official minutes of the Board of Education, and directs the Superintendent of Schools to present this student with a
suitable certificate of recognition.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mrs. Schaadt, seconded by Mrs. Gregory, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District would like to recognize Christopher Murphy, twelfth
grade student, for winning an essay contest and receiving a $2500 Heroes and Cool Kids Scholarship.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
congratulates Christopher Murphy for this accomplishment, directs the Secretary to include this Resolution in the
official minutes of the Board of Education, and directs the Superintendent of Schools to present this student with a
suitable certificate of recognition.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
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Mrs. Mandeville, seconded by Mrs. Mountain, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution
be adopted:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District would like to recognize Matthew Barrett, Victoria
Cavaliere, Arlene Davis, Alexander Gulati, Austin Krebs, Jacob Lashley, Dominic Liu, Matthew Mandeville,
Arman Maqsudlu, Matthew O’Donnel, Daniel Yamashiro, seventh grade students, and Carolyn Maskin eighth grade
student, for successfully competing in the Jr. High Brain Buster Competitions for the 2007-2008 school year.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
congratulates the above students, directs the Secretary to include this Resolution in the official minutes of the Board
of Education, and directs the Superintendent of Schools to present each student with a suitable certificate of
recognition.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mrs. Hanlon, seconded by Mrs. Gregory, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District would like to congratulate Jillian Atchue, Emma
Blackwell, Erika Briguglio, Nicole Feoranzo, Gabriella Galvan, Jaclyn Hrbek, Nicole Marsiglia, Elena Pietrocco,
Shanna Sidoti, and Ashley Walker, Girl Scouts, on attaining the Silver Award, which is the second highest honor a
Girl Scout can earn.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
congratulates the above students for this accomplishment, directs the Secretary to include this Resolution in the
official minutes of the Board of Education, and directs the Superintendent of Schools to present each student with a
suitable certificate of recognition.
Remarks:
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Mrs. Hanlon stated that this is the largest group of Girl Scouts to receive this award within one year. She
congratulated them on their achievement and challenged them to continue towards earning their Gold Award.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mr. Koch, seconded by Mrs. Gregory, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, Sister Ellen Cronan has completed her tenure as principal of Immaculate Heart Academy as of
June 2008, after having completed 18 years as educational leader of that school, and
WHEREAS, she has influenced the lives of many young women with her deep understanding and has earned
their love and respect as well as that of their parents and her colleagues, and
WHEREAS, she has worked collaboratively with the Westwood Regional School District, which served as
liaison for the non-public schools within our district’s borders for many state and federal grant programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
recognizes Sister Ellen’s contribution as an educational leader in the community and expresses its appreciation of
her dedicated service and directs that this resolution be included in the minutes of this Board and that a copy be
presented to Sister Ellen as a token of its esteem.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mrs. Hanlon, seconded by Mrs. Gregory, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS, Mrs. Michele Meisten has completed her tenure as principal of Zion Lutheran School as of June
2008, after having completed 13 years as educational leader of that school, and
WHEREAS, she has influenced the lives of many children with her deep understanding and has earned their
love and respect as well as that of their parents and her colleagues, and
WHEREAS, she has worked collaboratively with the Westwood Regional School District, which served as
liaison for the non-public schools within our community’s borders for many state and federal grant programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby
recognizes Mrs. Meisten’s contribution as an educational leader in the community and expresses its appreciation of
her dedicated service and directs that this resolution be included in the minutes of this Board and that a copy be
presented to Mrs. Meisten as a token of its esteem.
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Remarks:
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Mrs. Meisten accepted her award from President Mosolino and Superintendent Zoeller and provided the audience
with some anecdotal remarks regarding her time as Principal of Zion Lutheran School, as a graduate of Westwood
Regional High School, and as a long time resident of the community.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mrs. Gregory, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board would like to take
the time to honor and recognize Lawrence Romba for twenty-five years of service to the district.
Remarks:
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Mrs. Gregory commended Mr. Romba for his diligent work and congratulated him on his 25 years of service to the
district.
Mrs. Hanlon stated that Mr. Romba is also a performing member of the Westwood Community Band.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
AGENDA FORUM:
Started: 8:06 P.M.
Ended:
8:07 P.M.
No one from the audience chose to speak.
PERSONNEL/NEGOTIATIONS: Mrs. Mosolino, Ch.
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Mountain, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
following motion:
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the negotiated agreement between the Westwood Regional Board of Education and the Westwood Administrators
Association be accepted for the period from July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2011.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Schaadt, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
following motion:
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approval be given the appointment of Matthew J. Murphy, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction,
per the contract dated June 26, 2008.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Mountain, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
following motion:
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approval be given the appointment of Keith A. Rosado, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, per the contract
dated June 26, 2008.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
following motion:
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approval be given the appointment of Patrick J. McGowan, Director of Personnel and Special Projects, per the
contract dated June 26, 2008.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
following motions:
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Keri Ann Crescenzi,
Teacher of Science, Jr./Sr. High School, for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 24, 2008. Source of
Funds: 11-140-100-101-02
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Nora Abbasi, Teacher
of Mathematics, Jr./Sr. High School, for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 24, 2008. Source of Funds:
11-130-100-101-03
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Paulette Sommerhalter
and Lindsay McAloney, Administrative Assistants – Superintendent’s Office, for the 2008-09 school year, per the
list dated June 24, 2008. Source of Funds: 11-21-100-101-40
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Casey Burdette,
Kindergarten Teacher, Ketler School (leave replacement) for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 24,
2008. Source of Funds: 11-120-100-101-07
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment Franna Patrucker, per diem
substitute, Elementary French, per the list dated June 24, 2008. Source of Funds: 11-12-100-101-07
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Deborah Miller, School
Secretary, Jr./Sr. High School, for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 24, 2008. Source of Funds: 11000-218-105-10
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Jackie Altomare,
Athletic Department Secretary, Jr./Sr. High School, for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 24, 2008.
Source of Funds: 11-402-100-100-02
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given a leave of absence for Bethany Kazimir,
Physical Education Teacher, K-4, for use of sick leave from October 13, 2008 through November 21, 2008, and a
child rearing unpaid leave of absence which will include the Family Medical Leave Act from November 21, 2008
through June 30, 2008.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the resignation of Kelly Peterfriend,
Guidance Counselor, Jr./Sr. High School, effective June 30, 2008.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of staff for the Summer
Enrichment Program, July 7, 2008 through August 1, 2008, per the list dated June 24, 2008. Source of Funds:
Various
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Aides, Sullivan Center,
Autistic Program, for the extended school year and the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 24, 2008.
Source of Funds: 11-216-100-166-04
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given additional summer hours for certificated
staff members per the lists dated June 24, 2008. Source of Funds: 11-000-213-100-11; 11-000-218-104-10
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of coaching staff for Fall
sports for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 24, 2008. Source of Funds: 11-402-100-100-02
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given a voluntary transfer of Walter Mor,
Custodian, Jr./Sr. High School, to Custodian, Brookside School , per the list dated June 24, 2008.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Meridith Mirabile,
Guidance Counselor, Jr./Sr. High School, for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 26, 2008. Source of
Funds: 11-000-218-104-10
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Janine Djukic, Speech
Therapist, Special Services, for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 26, 2008. Source of Funds: 11000-216-100-40
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Joshua Raposo, Grade 4
Teacher, Berkeley Elementary School, for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 26, 2008. Source of
Funds: 11-120-100-101-04
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Diane Barletta,
Secretary, Business/Special Services Office, for the 2008-09 school year, per the list dated June 26, 2008. Source
of Funds: 11-000-251-100
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given a leave of absence without pay to Mary
Celano, Grade 5 teacher, Brookside Upper Elementary School, for the 2008-09 school year.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be the appointment of the confidential administrative
and support staff members for the 2007-08 school year as per the list dated June 26, 2008, in accordance with
budgetary provisions. Source of Funds: Various
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of administrative staff as
per the Westwood Administrators Association negotiated Agreement for the 2008-09 school year, per the attached
list dated June 26, 2008. Source of Funds: Various
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given additional child study team case loads on
an as needed basis for Summer, 2008, per the attached list dated June 26, 2008. Source of Funds: Various
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given additional certificated staff participation for
IEP/CST meetings on an as needed basis for Summer, 2008, per the attached list dated June 26, 2008. Source of
Funds: Various
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of Aides, Sullivan Center,
for the summer program and 2008-09 school year, per the revised lists dated June 26, 2008. Source of Funds: 11216-100-106-40
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given permission for Lauren Cheney, Special
Education Teacher, Jr./Sr. High School for home instruction for Summer, 2008, per the list dated June 26, 2008.
Source of Funds: 11-150-100-101-10
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of out of district aides for
the extended school year, Summer, 2008, per the list dated June 26, 2008. Source of Funds: 11-000-217-106-40
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the appointment of substitute teachers for
the 2008-09 school year per the list dated June 26, 2008. Source of Funds: Various
BOARD POLLED AND MOTIONS CARRIED: 8-0-1 (Abstain: C. Koch)
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
following motion:
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the resignation for the purpose of retirement be accepted for
Elsa Scott, Associate Media Specialist, Jr./Sr. High School effective June 30, 2008, and the following Resolution be
accepted:
WHEREAS, Elsa Scott has tendered her resignation as a Media Specialist in the Westwood Regional School
District to become effective June 30, 2008, after having completed sixteen and one half years of service, of which
eleven were spent in dedicated and faithful service to the Westwood Regional School District, and
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WHEREAS, during her many years in our school system she has imparted her knowledge and understanding of
the educational needs of the students of the Westwood Regional School District, and
WHEREAS, she has influenced the lives of many boys and girls with her deep understanding and has earned
their love and respect as well as that of their parents and her colleagues, and
WHEREAS, she has given unselfishly of her time and effort in the interest and welfare of the children of our
school district,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Westwood Regional Board of Education hereby recognizes
Elsa Scott’s contribution to the community and expresses its appreciation of her dedicated services and directs that
this resolution be included in the minutes of this Board and that a copy be presented to Ms. Scott as a token of its
esteem.
Remarks:
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Mr. Zoeller stated that Ms. Scott had been invited, but was not in attendance at tonight’s Board meeting. Her
resolution would be forwarded to her.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
FINANCE: Mrs. Mandeville, Ch.
Mrs. Mandeville, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
State of the District Finance report and the following resolutions and motions:
Mr. Rosado, Business Administrator, reported on the State of the District Finances.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District Board of Education (hereinafter referred to as the
“Board”) advertised for bids for the Westwood Jr./Sr. High School Theater Electrical Lighting and Rigging
Replacement Project (hereinafter referred to as the “project”); and
WHEREAS, on May 20, 2008, the Board received four (4) bids for the project; and
WHEREAS, the lowest bid for this project was submitted by Bismark Construction Corp., with a base bid in
the amount of $412,200; and
WHEREAS, the bids received by the Board are substantially in excess of the cost estimates and, as such, are not
reasonable as to price on the basis of the cost estimates prepared on behalf of the Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board hereby rejects the bids received for the Westwood
Jr./Sr. High School Theater Electrical Lighting and Rigging Replacement Project pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-22,
as the bids substantially exceed the cost estimates and, as such, are unreasonable as to price on the basis of the cost
estimates prepared on behalf of the Board; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Secretary/Business Administrator is hereby authorized to readvertise for bids, consistent with the needs and desires of the school district.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional School District Board of Education (hereinafter referred to as the
“Board”) advertised for bids for Site Improvements at the Berkeley Elementary School, the Jessie George
Elementary School, the Washington Elementary School and the Brookside Elementary School (hereinafter referred
to as the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, on June 10, 2008, the Board received four (4) bids for the Project; and
WHEREAS, the lowest responsible base bids for the Berkeley Elementary School and the Washington
Elementary School were submitted by Chalet Construction Corporation (hereinafter, “Chalet”), with a base bid in
the amount of $165,400 together with Alternate #1 in the amount of $1,300 and Alternate #2 in the amount of
$2,200, for the Berkeley Elementary School and a base bid in the amount of $53,900 for the Washington Elementary
School, for a total contract price of $222,800; and
WHEREAS, the bids submitted by Chalet are responsive in all material respects and it is the Board’s desire to
award the contract for the Site Improvements Project at the Berkeley Elementary School and the Washington
Elementary School to Chalet; and
WHEREAS, the lowest responsible base bids for the Jessie George Elementary School and the Brookside
Elementary School were submitted by JAK Construction Corporation t/a Diamond Construction (hereinafter,
“Diamond”), with a base bid in the amount of $7,800 for the Jessie George Elementary School and a base bid in the
amount of $14,400 together with Alternate #3 in the amount of $5,500 for the Brookside Elementary School for a
total contract price of $27,700; and
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WHEREAS, the bids submitted by Diamond are responsive in all material respects and it is the Board’s desire
to award the contract for the Site Improvements Project at the Jessie George Elementary School and the Brookside
Elementary School to Diamond;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
The Board hereby awards the contract for the Site Improvements Project at the Berkeley Elementary School and the
Washington Elementary School to Chalet Construction Corporation, in a total contract amount of $222,800,
representing a base bid in the amount of $165,400 together with Alternate #1 in the amount of $1,300 and Alternate
#2 in the amount of $2,200, for the Berkeley Elementary School and a base bid in the amount of $53,900 for the
Washington Elementary School.
The Board hereby awards the contract for the Site Improvements Project at the Jessie George Elementary School
and the Brookside Elementary School to JAK Construction Corporation t/a Diamond Construction, in a total
contract amount of $27,700, representing a base bid in the amount of $7,800 for the Jessie George Elementary
School and a base bid in the amount of $14,400 together with Alternate #3 in the amount of $5,500 for the
Brookside Elementary School.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this award is expressly conditioned upon each contractor furnishing the
requisite insurance certificate and labor and materials/performance bond as required in the project specifications,
together with an AA201-Project Manning Report, an executed A-101-Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and
Contractor, A-201-General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, as prepared by the Board Attorney, within ten
(10) days of the date hereof.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Attorney is hereby directed to draft the agreements with the
successful bidders consistent with this Resolution and with the terms contained in the bid documents approved by the
Board for the Project. The Board President and Secretary are hereby authorized to execute such agreements and any
other documents necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to accept the 2008 BCUA Environmental
Awareness Challenge Grant in the amount of $968.00.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the following resolution:
WHEREAS, The Food Service Management Company shall receive, in addition to the costs of operation, a fee
of thirty-one thousand six hundred seventy two dollars ($31,672.00) to compensate the Food Service Management
Company for administrative and management costs and
WHEREAS, This fee shall be billed in 10 monthly installments of ($3,167.20) per month as a cost of operation.
The Local Education Agency guarantees the payment of such costs and fee to the Food Service Management
Company and
WHEREAS, The Food Service Management Company guarantees the Local Education Agency a minimum
profit of ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) for school year 2008/2009 and
WHEREAS, This guarantee is contingent upon the guarantee requirements as stated below:
 Minimum of 170 serving days
 Adoption of Student Lunch Price List and Faculty Lunch Price List
 Reimbursement rates for 2008-09 are not less than 2007-08
 Value of commodities for 2008-09 is not less than 2007-08
 Enrollment remains constant
 Local Education Agency is responsible for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair, smallwares
purchases, and cleaning of floors in dining room and kitchen area
 No change in school policy that significantly affects operating expenses
 A special dietary policy for an individual or group that results in an extraordinary expense will be
recorded separately.
 No change in Federal or State regulation that impacts cafeteria operating revenue or expense
 The Offer versus Serve policy is maintained
 No competitive sales during cafeteria operating hours
 Based on the Labor Schedule submitted
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS: The Westwood Regional School District
hereby awards Pomptonian Food Service the Food Service Management contract for the 2008-09 school year.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, invoices for materials received and
services rendered for the 2007-08 school year for May in the amount of $437,802.56 be ratified
for payment in accordance with the lists reviewed by the Board.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Report as of May 31, 2008 of the Treasurer of School
Moneys be received.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, acknowledgement be made of the secretary’s certification that
as of May 31, 2008, no budgetary line item account has encumbrances and expenditures, which in total exceed the
line item appropriation in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(a).
Keith A. Rosado,
Business Administrator
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, pursuant to N.J.A.C.-6A:23-2.11(c)4 we certify that as of
May 31, 2008, after review of the Secretary’s monthly financial reports and upon consultation with the appropriate
district officials, to the best of our knowledge no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of
N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(b) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the
remainder of the fiscal year.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given the Adjusted Transfer Listing
dated June 24, 2008, for the month of May 2008.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given staff to attend out of district conferences per
the attached list dated June 24, 2008.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the extended summer tuition contracts for
the 2008 school year as per the attached list.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, invoices for materials received and services rendered for the
2007-08 school year for June in the amount of $1,028,675.52 be approved for payment in accordance with the lists
reviewed by the Board.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to renew the vision and prescription drug
program with Fiabane Associates for the 2008-09 school year effective July 1, 2008.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the lists of vendors for special education
consultants for the 2008-09 school year.
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the following resolution:
AWARD OF CONTRACT TO FURNISH AND DELIVER EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES FOR
THE SCHOOL YEAR 2008-09 AS FOLLOWS: ATHLETICS
BID #08-09-ATH
WHEREAS, the Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A-18A-1 et seq advertised for sealed bids to
Furnish and Deliver Educational Supplies for the 2008-2009 School Year as follows: Athletics, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the advertisement, 8 bids were received, publicly opened and read aloud in the
Board of Education office on June 24, 2008 and those bids carefully analyzed on a line item basis, and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, based on the recommendations of the Athletic Director, the Board
of Education accepts the lowest responsible bids as follows:
BIDDERS
ATHLETICS
R & R TROPHY
ITEM #S
AMOUNT
AWARDED
BASEBALL: none
BOYS BASKETBALL: none
BOWLING: none
GIRLS BASKETBALL: 6,
CHEERLEADING: none
FIELD HOCKEY: 4, 5, 18, 21,
FOOTBALL: 3, 8, 16,
GOLF: 7,
SOCCER (BOYS): 4, 15, 16, 17, 19,
SOCCER (GIRLS): none
SOFTBALL: 1, 10, 12,
TENNIS: 4, 7,
TRACK: 5, 6, 11, 12, 19, 20,
VOLLEYBALL: 1, 2, 3, 16, 17,
WRESTLING: 1, 3, 8, 9,
4,583.62
DISTRICT: none
LEVYS
BASEBALL: 1,
BOYS BASKETBALL: none
BOWLING: none
GIRLS BASKETBALL: none
CHEERLEADING: none
FIELD HOCKEY: 6, 7, 8, 9,
FOOTBALL: 6, 13, 14, 15, 21, 22,
GOLF: 5, 6,
SOCCER (BOYS): 18,
SOCCER (GIRLS): none
SOFTBALL: 2,
TENNIS: 3, 5, 8,
TRACK: 15,
VOLLEYBALL: 7, 8, 11,
WRESTLING: 4,
DISTRICT: none
6,024.95
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BASEBALL: 3, 6, 8,
BOYS BASKETBALL: none
BOWLING: none
GIRLS BASKETBALL: 4,
CHEERLEADING: none
FIELD HOCKEY: 10,
FOOTBALL: 7, 9,
GOLF: none
SOCCER (BOYS): 13, 20, 21, 22, 23,
25,
SOCCER (GIRLS): 6,
SOFTBALL: 4, 5, 7, 8, 9,
TENNIS: none
TRACK: 10, 13, 14, 16, 21, 22, 23,
VOLLEYBALL: none
WRESTLING: none
2,791.82
DISTRICT: none
MASSAPEQUA
BASEBALL: none
BOYS BASKETBALL: none
BOWLING: 1, 3,
GIRLS BASKETBALL: 2,
CHEERLEADING: none
FIELD HOCKEY: 12, 13, 14,
FOOTBALL: 19,
GOLF: 1,
SOCCER (BOYS): 5, 9, 11, 24,
SOCCER (GIRLS): 5,
SOFTBALL: none
TENNIS: 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17,
TRACK: 7, 8,
VOLLEYBALL: 4, 9, 10,
WRESTLING: 10,
4,140.95
DISTRICT: none
VARSITY
BASEBALL: None
BOYS BASKETBALL: none
BOWLING: none
GIRLS BASKETBALL: none
CHEERLEADING: 1, 2, 3, 4,
FIELD HOCKEY: none
FOOTBALL: none
GOLF: none
SOCCER (BOYS): none
SOCCER (GIRLS): none
SOFTBALL: none
TENNIS: none
TRACK: none
VOLLEYBALL: none
WRESTLING: none
3,852.80
DISTRICT: none
TRIPLE CROWN
BASEBALL: None
BOYS BASKETBALL: 1, 2, 3, 9,
BOWLING: none
GIRLS BASKETBALL: none
CHEERLEADING: none
FIELD HOCKEY: 1, 2, 3, 16, 17, 19, 20
FOOTBALL: 10, 11,
GOLF: 2,
SOCCER (BOYS): none
SOCCER (GIRLS): none
SOFTBALL: 3, 6,
TENNIS: 2, 6, 14, 18,
TRACK: 1, 2, 9, 17, 18, 24, 25,
VOLLEYBALL: 5, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18,
19,
WRESTLING: 2, 7,
DISTRICT: 2,
7,626.70
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BOYS BASKETBALL: 7, 8,
BOWLING: 2,
GIRLS BASKETBALL: 1, 3, 5,
CHEERLEADING: none
FIELD HOCKEY: 11, 15, 22, 23,
FOOTBALL: 1, 2, 4, 5, 12, 17, 18, 20,
23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28,
GOLF: none
SOCCER (BOYS): 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10,
14,
SOCCER (GIRLS): 2, 3, 4, 7,
SOFTBALL: none
TENNIS: 1, 13,
TRACK: 3, 4,
VOLLEYBALL: 6,
WRESTLING: 5, 6,
METUCHEN
40,612.84
DISTRICT: 1, 3,
BASEBALL: 5,9
BOYS BASKETBALL: none
BOWLING: none
GIRLS BASKETBALL: none
CHEERLEADING: none
FIELD HOCKEY: none
FOOTBALL: none
GOLF: 3, 4,
SOCCER (BOYS): 12,
SOCCER (GIRLS): 1,
SOFTBALL: 11,
TENNIS : none
TRACK: none
VOLLEYBALL: none
WRESTLING: none
ARC SPORTS
2,117.00
DISTRICT: none
GRAND TOTAL AWARDED
71,750.68
Source of Funds: Various
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the following resolution:
Transfer of Current Year Surplus to Reserve
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:21-2 and N.J.S.A. 18A:7G-13 permit a Board of Education to establish and/or
deposit into certain reserve accounts at year end, and
WHEREAS, the aforementioned statutes authorize procedures, under the authority of the Commissioner of
Education, which permit a Board of Education to transfer anticipated excess current revenue or unexpended
appropriations into reserve accounts during the month of June by Board resolution, and
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional Board of Education wishes to deposit anticipated current year surplus
into a Capital Reserve account at year end, and
WHEREAS, the Westwood Regional Board of Education has determined that up to $150,000.00 is available
for such purpose of transfer;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Westwood Regional Board of Education that it hereby
authorizes the district’s School Business Administrator to make this transfer consistent with all applicable laws and
regulations.
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approval be given to accept the Fellowship Award presented to Dr. Rachelle Parker from the New Jersey Council on
Developmental Disabilities in the amount of $1,000.00.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTIONS CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
CURRICULUM/PROGRAMS:
Mrs. Gregory, Ch.
Mrs. Gregory, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
Curriculum/Programs Report. Mrs. Gregory reported:
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A total of 123 students were presented with awards at the 8th grade end of year assembly.
Fifty-one 7th graders were inducted into the Jr. National Honor Society.
Results from the NJASK Grade 3 & 4 were received on June 12th.
The graduation ceremony was wonderful.
Dr. Murphy reported:
 The Math committee is looking into programs that will be piloted during the 08/09 school year.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
LEGISLATION/POLICY:
Mrs. Mountain, Ch.
Mrs. Mountain, seconded by Mrs. Schaadt, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
Legislation/Policy Report and the following motions. Mrs. Mountain reported:
 The NJSBA delegate assembly passed a motion to have civic lessons taught on election day
 The NJSBA delegate assembly voted to appeal the Super Majority (60%) required to pass the second question on
school budgets.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve as a 2nd reading the following Policies:
Number
Title
Number
Title
6162.
6421.
6422.
Corporate Sponsorship
Purchases Budgeted
Budget Transfers, Emergency
Purchases and Overexpenditure of
Funds
Cooperative Purchasing
Choice of Vendor
Payment of Claims
Payroll Authorization
Payroll Deductions
Petty Cash
Athletic Fund
Cafeteria Fund
Scholarship Fund
Student Activity Fund
Investments
6740.
6810.
6820.
Capital Reserve Account
Financial Objectives
Financial Reports
6830.
8500.
8506.
8540.
8630.
8660.
8670.
8690.
8710.
8750.
8760.
Audit and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Food Services
School Lunch Program Biosecurity Plan
Free and Reduced Rate Meals
Bus Driver Responsibility
Transportation by Private Vehicle
Transportation of Disabled Students
Monitoring Devices on School Vehicles
Property Insurance
Employee Indemnification
Student Accident Insurance
6440.
6450.
6470.
6510.
6520.
6620.
6630.
6640.
6650.
6660.
6700.
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that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the following job descriptions effective July 1, 2008:
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Bus Aide
Cafeteria/Recess Aide
School Library/Media Specialist
Media Aide
that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approve the Westwood Regional Buildings and Grounds
Calendar and Technology Calendar as per the list dated June 24, 2008.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTIONS CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS/LONG RANGE PLANNING: Mr. Koch, Ch.
Mr. Koch, seconded by Mrs. Gregory, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to the
Building and Grounds/Long Range Planning Report. Mr. Koch reported:
 The state passed new funding for projects that have occurred and will occur in the future.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
PUBLIC RELATIONS: Mr. Liddy, Ch.
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Schaadt, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approval be given to receive and
file the following communications:
1.
2.
3.
Letter from F.G. regarding positive thoughts for staff member.
Letter from F.K. regarding positive thoughts for staff member.
Letter from C.L. and C.L. regarding positive thoughts for staff member.
BOARD POLLED AND MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: 9-0
OPEN FORUM Opened: 8:40 P.M.
Closed: 8:48 P.M.
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Courtney Snyder, 174 Roosevelt Avenue, Westwood, spoke about Senior barn painting.
Jacqueline Ciccolella, 5 Best Street, Westwood, spoke about Senior barn painting.
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Angela Boccia, 675 Taco Avenue, Westwood, spoke about the drawings and paintings displayed in the Donald
Sanschagrin II Art Gallery.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Liddy, seconded by Mrs. Hanlon, that this meeting be adjourned.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9-0
Meeting adjourned at 8:49 P.M.
KEITH A. ROSADO
BOARD SECRETARY