BANGOR TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION

                                                                               SPECIAL MEETING

                                                                                 AUGUST 11, 2003

 

The Bangor Township Board of Education held a special meeting on Monday, August 11, 2003, at Christa McAuliffe Middle School.  President Kowalski called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.

 

Members Present:      Richard Kowalski, George Thomas, Dawn Klida, Terrence O’Hare, John Loop, Barbara Skowronski, and Scott Sturm

 

Members Absent:        None

expressions/communications

 from the public

 

Mr. Kowalski read a letter addressed to him from Mr. Lazaroff regarding loans that were made by Mr. Lazaroff and his wife to the bond campaign in 2001.  The letter stated that the payback for the personal loans was being forgiven, and that this be indicated on the appropriate campaign statements on file.  The letter was given to the 2003 campaign chairperson, Barbara Skowronski.

consent agenda

 

A motion was made by Terrence O’Hare, supported by Barbara Skowronski, to approve the following items: 

a.         Personnel: Approval to Hire:  Samuel Wulterkens - Choral Position; Jessica Good - CMMS Science Teacher.  Approval of Retirement: Daurie Walton-Gloss - Payroll Secretary.  Approval of Resignation: Pete Lazaroff - Superintendent; Kim Prime - Elementary Teacher; Roberta Gantman - CMMS Science Teacher.  Approval of Extension of Medical Leave: Matthew Sawicki - Lincoln Elementary Teacher.  Approval of Extension of Educational Leave of Absence: Cheryl Kimbrue - Bangor Central Teacher’s Aide.  Approval of Leave of Absence: Laura Traxler - Bus Driver; Mark Dodak - CMMS Teacher.

b.         Recommendation to Approve Hiring an Additional Kindergarten Teacher

Mr. Andress reviewed the criteria for hiring an additional teacher.  He also introduced Jessica Good, the new middle school science teacher.

 

Mr. Loop inquired about Schools of Choice numbers.  Further discussion took place about openings and class sizes.

 

Motion carried unanimously.
 

Regular agenda

 

Bleacher Update - MacMillan and Associates: Mr. Andress explained that a Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting had taken place earlier in the evening.  Information was distributed to Board members explaining the bids that were received for the project and citing options for cost reduction.  (See attachment.)  It was the recommendation of the committee members that the press box construction and decision on that be delayed until March 1, 2004.  By that time at least one-half of the bids for the other projects should be in and the Board will be able to determine if there will be overages on these projects.  Mr. Hager expressed his confidence in the budgeted amounts for the projects.

 

A motion was made by George Thomas, supported by Dawn Klida, to approve the bid of J.R. Heineman, reduced by the cost of the press box, for a total of $781,569 with the decision on the press box being made March 1, 2004. 

 

Mr. O’Hare stated his concern that community members will be upset if the press box is not done at this time.  Mr. Kowalski explained the discussion that had taken place at the July 23 special meeting when the bids were reviewed.  All of the Board members had been surprised at the overage for this project and had asked for cost-cutting options to be given to them.  Mr. Loop explained that delaying a decision on the press box until March will give the Board the opportunity to review the other project costs as they come in.  He stated that he could justify a roof much easier than a press box. 

 

Motion carried unanimously.

 

Superintendent Position: A motion was made by George Thomas, supported by Dawn Klida, to hire Mr. Andress as Interim Superintendent until a replacement is found for the position.

 

Mr. Kowalski stated that a salary proposal had been given to Board members in their packet.  Mr. Andress would hold the interim position until July 1, 2004.

 

Motion carried unanimously.

 

A motion was then made by George Thomas, supported by Terrence O’Hare, to hire Rick Heinrich as Interim Assistant Superintendent until the superintendent position was filled. 

 

Mrs. Klida inquired about distribution of duties between Mr. Andress and Mr. Heinrich.  Mr. Kowalski stated that Mr. Heinrich would function in the position Mr. Andress was in.  Mr. Andress suggested that a list of duties for each of them could be provided to the Board.  Mr. Thomas asked that an organizational chart also be provided.  

 

Motion carried unanimously.

other items for discussion

 

Mr. Loop reported that a Buildings and Grounds Committee held a meeting this evening.  An update on the gym floor was given, as well as an analysis of the value of the district’s properties.  Ideas about use of the property was discussed.  Mr. Kowalski asked Mr. Balash to get a property study to the Board for discussion in the next couple of months.  Mr. Loop also asked that updates on the bleacher project be published in the Report Card, as well as having Rob Kennedy hold regular meetings with the Buildings and Grounds Committee starting in October.  Mr. Kennedy would like Mr. Andress to appoint a liaison person from the administrative team as well.  Discussion took place regarding a five-year plan for buildings and grounds.  Mr. Balash was asked to provide information from the study that was done in 2000 listing projects that have been or will be done as a result of the bond issue.

 

Mr. Thomas stated that the Personnel, Policy, and Finance Committee had held a meeting on August 6.  Items discussed included information received from three firms on conducting a superintendent search.  He reported that a decision about what firm would be used will be made in August or early September.  Mr. Andress stated that Bob Jansen would like to give the Board a presentation on his firm’s services.  Mr. Kowalski felt that would not be necessary, but if other Board members would like to have this done, it could be arranged.