Meyersdale Area School Board Minutes

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Meyersdale Area School District was held Wednesday, May 7, 2008 in the Central Office Conference Room, 309 Industrial Park Road, Meyersdale, PA.

The meeting was called to order by Jeffrey Moser at 7:20 p.m. Members present: Grant Atwell, Thomas Deetz, David Faidley, Jr., Jeffrey Moser, Sharon Troutman, Brad Troutman, Nancy Rouch and James Wiltrout. Absent: Patricia Kelley. Also present: Tracey Karlie-Superintendent, Laura Schardt-Bus. Mgr./Bd. Sec., Jackie Baer-Elem Principal, John Wiltrout-H.S. Principal, Julie Stahl- M.S. Lead Teacher, Tim Kretchman-Curriculum Coord., Connie Shankle-Transportation Provider, Janice Stoner, Lana Vena, Sherry Trulick, Jennifer Sines, Kellie Smith-MAEA, Craig Gindlesperger-AD, Rick Kazmer , Angie Brant-Press , Jessica Livengood, Kelsey Scott-Student Representatives, and Jonathan Hoover, Thomas Smith, Jacob Walker and Ashley Lynn Winner-High School Seniors.

President Moser announced that an executive session was held from 7:10 p.m. to 7:19 p.m. to discuss personnel issues.

A motion was made by Thomas Deetz, seconded by James Wiltrout, to approve the minutes of the April 2, 2008 board meeting. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Thomas Deetz, seconded by Sharon Troutman, to approve the following treasurers’ reports:

TREASURER'S REPORT	MEYERSDALE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
GENERAL FUND		7-May-08


	1st National Bank of PA		PSDLAF

Cash Balance 4-01-08		36,565.69	1,833,939.52
			..
RECEIPTS FOR APRIL
Taxes		68,824.59
Interest on Investments		473.42
Investments Cashed		1,464,000.00	-
Miscellaneous/Refunds		6,932.43
Commonwealth of PA/IUO8		-	1,074,475.43
Retiree BC/BS Payments		10,413.95
Cafeteria		17,887.33
Rentals		1,040.00
Tuition		898.03
TOTAL RECEIPTS		1,570,469.75	1,074,475.43


TOTAL RECEIPTS & BEG. BAL.		1,607,035.44	2,908,414.95

LESS EXPEND. APRIL		1,084,296.75	1,464,000.00

BALANCE 4/30/08		522,738.69	1,444,414.95

INVESTMENTS
PLIGIT CD		200,000.00
Pligit	$	119,833.22
PSDLAF POOL/CD		1,239,000.00
TOTAL INVESTMENTS	$	1,558,833.22

Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by Thomas Deetz, to approve payment of the general fund bills in the amount of $803,977.20 and athletic fund bills in the amount of $4,702. 98. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by Nancy Rouch, that Michelle Kemp, Jessica Wharton, Saralane Roboci, and Ross Houston be added to the substitute teacher list pending receipt of proper paperwork. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by Thomas Deetz, that Jessica Wharton, Saralane Roboci be added to the substitute aide list pending receipt of proper paperwork. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by David Faidley, Jr., that Tammy Hetrick (retroactive to September 1, 2007) be named advisor of the Pep Club. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by Thomas Deetz, that Matthew Gnagey (retroactive to April 7, 2008) be hired as a substitute custodian. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by Sharon Troutman, to accept the resignation of Ruth Walker effective at the end of the school year for the purpose of retirement. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by David Faidley, Jr., to acceptance of the resignation of James Miller effective October 3, 2008 for the purpose of retirement. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by David Faidley, Jr., that Barbera, Clapper, Beener, Rullo and Melvin be appointed solicitors for the district for the 2008-2009 school year at a retainer fee of $2,500. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by James Wiltrout, that permission be granted to any board member or administrator to attend the PSBA Annual Summer Workshop. Cost to the district is approximately $550 each. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by David Faidley, Jr., that Sharon Troutman be named treasurer of the Board at the stipend of $75/year. Roll call vote: 6-0-2. Motion approved with Sharon Troutman and Brad Troutman abstaining from voting.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by Thomas Deetz, that the following summer hours be approved:

Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Nancy Rouch, seconded by Sharon Troutman, to approve the list of students graduating June 1, 2008, pending the satisfactory completion of graduation requirements.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by David Faidley, Jr. to table the above motion to another point in time. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Nancy Rouch, seconded by Sharon Troutman, to give approval for the senior class to use the high school auditorium for an evening Baccalaureate Service sponsored by themselves and local clergy on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Nancy Rouch, seconded by Sharon Troutman, to adopt the Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 Funding Distribution and Notice of Adoption of Policies and Procedures and Use of Funds under the federal requirements for IDEA-B (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Nancy Rouch, seconded by Sharon Troutman, that Greater Johnstown School District’s regular summer school program credits be accepted as credit toward graduation. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Nancy Rouch, seconded by Grant Atwell, to approve the following:

a) Senior high chorus to Rest Assured Nursing Home on May 15, 2008. Cost to the district is $200.

b) Senior high chorus to Memorial Baptist Church on May 18, 2008 in Johnstown. Cost to the district is approximately $400.

c) Mr. Montgomery to take a group of students to Classrooms for the Future Capitol Day on May 15, 2008 in Harrisburg. Cost to the district is $100.

d) Food & Consumer Science classes to Kennywood for annual trip on June 3, 2008. There is no cost to the district.

Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Nancy Rouch, seconded by Thomas Deetz, to approve the list of students graduating June 1, 2008, pending the satisfactory completion of graduation requirements. Copy in folder attached to minutes. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by Grant Atwell, to adopt the 2008-2009 Proposed Final General Budget in the amount of $13,921,979 and authorize it be advertised for final adoption on June 11, 2008. Voice vote: 7-1 with Brad Troutman voting no. Motion approved. Budget includes a one-half mill increase.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by Nancy Rouch, to give the Business Manager

permission to make the necessary budgetary transfers. Copy in folder attached to minutes. Section 508

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by Nancy Rouch, that the superintendent be given permission to investigate the possibility of a merger with Rockwood Area School District. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by David Faidley, Jr. that First National Bank of PA be named depository for three years. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by Grant Atwell, to approve the 2008-2009 contract for school based counseling services with Bedford-Somerset MH/MR. Copy in folder attached to minutes. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by David Faidley, that Tri-County Office Machines be awarded the contract for typewriter maintenance at a cost of $28.50/machine. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by Grant Atwell, that Bulow, Hottle & Company be hired to conduct the audit for the year ending June 30, 2008, at a cost not to exceed $12,000.00. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by David Faidley, Jr., to accept the payment agreement with Lockdown Networks, Inc. in the amount of $12,090. Copy in folder attached to minutes. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by David Faidley, Jr. to accept

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by Thomas Deetz, to amend the above motion to bid again and accept the lowest qualifying bid for the tennis court resurfacing at a total cost not to exceed $31,000, including the $9,000 grant money earmarked for tennis courts. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Amendment and motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by David Faidley, Jr., to accept the Infrastructure Upgrade from Link Computer Corporation under the state COSTARS contract as presented.

A motion was made by Thomas Deetz, seconded by David Faidley, Jr. to amend the above motion to change Link Computer Corporation to CDW-G. Copies in folder attached to minutes. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Amendment and motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by Grant Atwell, to approve the lowest bid received from Keystone Lime Company, Inc. for paving the school entrance at a cost of $13,650. Other bids received were: New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc. - $14,195 and HRI, Inc. - $26,000. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Sharon Troutman, seconded by Nancy Rouch, that the following tax resolutions for the 2008-2009 fiscal year be approved.

Resolved that all of the following taxes are hereby imposed for the 2008-2009 fiscal school year:

By their terms, and by the terms of Act 511, as amended, it is noted that all Act 511 taxes continue in effect. Those taxes are the earned income and net profits tax at one-half of 1%, realty transfer taxes of one-half of 1%, and per capita tax of $5.00. Those taxes shall remain in effect.

BE IT RESOLVED and IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of School Directors of the Meyersdale Area School District that there is hereby levied and assessed a per capita tax under Section 679 of The Public School Code, as amended, 24 P.S. § 6-679, in the amount of $5.00 annually, which tax is imposed on each resident or inhabitant of this School District over eighteen (18) years of age. Said tax is imposed for the use of this School District.

BE IT RESOLVED and IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of School Directors of the Meyersdale Area School District that there is hereby assessed, levied and imposed, pursuant to The Public School Code of 1949, as amended, for the fiscal school year beginning July 1, 2008, and ending June 30, 2009, a tax on all real estate in the District subject to taxation at the rate of 22.1 mills for each dollar of assessed valuation or $2.21 for each $100 of assessed valuation.

BE IT RESOLVED and IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of School Directors of the Meyersdale Area School District that all rules, regulations, policies, penalties and interest as heretofore in effect shall remain in effect as to the aforementioned taxes.

Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by James Wiltrout, seconded by Thomas Deetz, to the purchase of a new wireless stadium scoreboard at the cost of approximately $14,000.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by Nancy Rouch, to table the motion to purchase the wireless stadium scoreboard because the cost is over $10,000 and needs to be bid. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by James Wiltrout, seconded by Grant Atwell, to approve the 2008-2009 athletic budget in the amount of $153,430.00. Copy in folder attached to minutes. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by Grant Atwell, seconded by David Faidley, Jr. to approve the following:

1. Heath Montgomery, John Wiltrout, Tom Baraniak and Tim Kretchman to attend eMBEDDED Learning Implementation Training (CFF) on May 20, 2008 in Pittsburgh, PA. Cost to Title IIA Program is approximately $150.00.

2. Jill Luster and Brenda Lichty to a Guided Reading training on July 22, 2008 at the IU08 Altoona Office. Cost to the Title IIA Program is approximately $75.00.

3. Joanne Scarrone to attend Treating Angry & Aggressive Children, Adolescents and Adults Conference on June 19 & 20, 2008 in Lancaster, PA. Cost to Title IIA Program is approximately $562.00.

4. Joanne Scarrone to attend Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Project Conference on May 21, 22 & 23, 2008 in Greensburg, PA. Cost to Title IIA Program is approximately $150.00.

Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.

A motion was made by David Faidley, Jr., seconded by Thomas Deetz, to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Section 508 vote: All members present voted in the affirmative. Motion approved.