Central Valley Central School District

The Board of Education’s Reorganization and Regular Meeting was called to order by Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, at 7:04 p.m., in the LGI at Central Valley Academy. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all those present.

Members Present

• Matt Darrow

• Jonah Levi

• Jane North

• Jason Sanchez

• Maggie Wesolowski

Members Absent

• Jonathan Boucher – Personal Commitment

• Travis Costin – Personal Commitment

Staff Present

• Jeremy M. Rich, Supt.

• Jim Humphrey

Guests Present

• Johanna Levi

• Jude Levi

• Jamie Levi

AGENDA CHANGES

Consent Agenda

E. (c) Summer School Staffing - Additional Appointments:

• David Ryan - Elem. Teacher - 3.5 hrs/day, Eff. Approx. 7/1/21 - 7/29/21

• Charles Maxson - Music Teacher - 3.5 hrs/day, Eff. Approx. 7/27/21 - 7/29/21

(d) Summer School Staffing Resignation:

• Emilie Bell - Elem. Teacher - 3.5 hrs/day Eff. 7/1/21

New Business

G. Approval of Resolution for SEQR Opinion on Type II Capital Outlay Project

APPOINTMENT OF DISTRICT CLERK

On a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the appointment of Marsha Griffith to the position of District Clerk for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE

At this time the District Clerk administered the Oath of Office to the following individuals:

• Jonah Levi, Re-Elected Board of Education Member

• Maggie Wesolowski, Re-Elected Board of Education Member

• Jeremy M. Rich, Superintendent of Schools

ELECTION OF OFFICERS

President – Mrs. Wesolowski nominated Mr. Sanchez for the position of Board of Education President. There were no other nominations for President.

On a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mrs. North, Mr. Sanchez was elected as Board President. Motion carried 5-0.

Mr. Sanchez was administered the Oath of Office by the District Clerk.

Administration of Oath of Office to District Clerk

President Sanchez administered the Oath of Office to Marsha Griffith, District Clerk.

Vice President – Mr. Darrow nominated Mrs. Wesolowski for the position of Board of Education Vice President. There were no other nominations for Vice President.

On a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, Mrs. Wesolowski was elected as Board Vice President. Motion carried 5-0.

Mrs. Wesolowski was administered the Oath of Office by the District Clerk.

CONFIRMATION OF NO CONFLICT

All members of the Central Valley School District Board of Education in attendance this evening completed Conflict of Interest forms and submitted them to the District Clerk. Absent members will submit their Conflict of Interest forms prior to July 15, 2021.

(Completed forms on file in District Clerk’s files.)

APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS / DESIGNATIONS / AUTHORIZATIONS

APPOINTMENT OF OFFICERS

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the following officer appointments for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

• Deputy Clerk, James Humphrey

• District Treasurer, Lisa VanWinkler

• Deputy Treasurer, Board President

• Tax Collector, Cherri Hyer

• Internal Claims Auditor, Laurie Landry / Cuyle Rockwell / Tracy Voce

OTHER APPOINTMENTS

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the following appointments for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

• School Attorney

  • Ferrara Fiorenza PC

  • Girvin & Ferlazzo, PC

  • Hancock Estabrook, LLP

  • Harris Beach, PLLC

  • Hogan, Sarzynski, Lynch, DeWind & Gregory LLP

• School Physician

  • Little Falls Hospital/Bassett Healthcare (N.P.)

  • [Charlene Macri / Michelle Gorski, N.P.]

• Designated Educational Official, Jeremy M. Rich

• Chief Emergency Officer, Jeremy M. Rich

• External Auditor, D’Arcangelo & Co.

• Internal Controls Auditor, Questar III BOCES

• Certifier of Payrolls, Jeremy M. Rich

• Records Access Officer, James Humphrey

• Records Management Officer, James Humphrey

• Borrowing and Investment Officer, James Humphrey

• Bond Counsel, Timothy McGill

• Financial Advisors, Bernard P. Donegan, Inc.

• Purchasing Agent, James Humphrey

• Deputy Purchasing Agent, Jeremy M. Rich

• Title I Compliance Officer, Kathleen Carney

• Title I Purchasing Officer, James Humphrey

• ADA & 504 Compliance Officer, Jeremy Kozak

• Section 504 Purchasing Officer, James Humphrey

• Medicare Compliance Officer, Jeremy Kozak

• Homeless Liaison, Jeremy Kozak

• Impartial Hearing Officers, Per List from SED

• Hearing Officers, Superintendent / Reps. from ONC BOCES

• Equal Opp./Compliance/Title IX Officer, Fran LaPaglia

• Dignity for All Students Coor.-CVA, Shannon Darrow, Michelle DelConte, Brian Van Vechten

• Dignity for All Students Coor.-Jarvis, Jeff Aulisi, Shannon Buttacaroli, Alina Horner

• Dignity for All Students Coor.- Barringer, Stephanie Fransman, Caitlin Keeler

• Dignity for All Students Coor.- Fisher, Heather Bove, Brandy Vogel, Amanda Klink

• Lead Evaluators, Jeremy M. Rich, Fran LaPaglia, Kathleen Carney

• Attendance Officers, Building Principals

• Asbestos Coordinator, Gordon Miller

• LEA Asbestos Designee / Mgt. Planner, Gordon Miller

• Pesticide Representative, Gordon Miller

• Chemical Hygiene Officer, Gordon Miller

• Extracurricular Activity Fund Treasurer, Krista Campione

• CSE Membership, Available in District Clerk’s Files

• CPSE Membership, Available in District Clerk’s Files

• District and Building Level School Safety Response Teams, Chart Available in District Clerk’s Files

DESIGNATIONS

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mrs. North, the Board approved the following designations. Motion carried 5-0.

• Official Bank Depositories:

  • M&T Bank

  • Adirondack Bank

  • Bank of America

  • JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A.

• Credit Cards:

  • Walmart: Three Cards -- $3,000 Limit with authorization via Purchase Order housed in:

    • District Office – 2 cards

    • Jarvis Main Office – 1 card

• Adirondack Bank: Two Cards -- $3,000 Limit Each

  • Assigned to 1) Superintendent and 2) Treasurer

2021-2022 Board of Education Meeting Schedule:*

• July 7, 2021 – Reorg & Regular Mtg

• August 18, 2021

• September 15, 2021

• October 20, 2021

• November 17, 2021

• December 15, 2021

• January 19, 2022

• February 16, 2022

• March 16, 2022

• April 20, 2022

• May 3, 2022 – Budget Hearing

• May 25, 2022

• June 15, 2022

*Subject to Change

• Official Newspaper -- The Times/Telegram

• Official Spokesperson for the District -- Superintendent of Schools

• Audit Committee -- Board of Education “Committee of the Whole”

• Designation of District Treasurer to sign all checks or Business Administrator is authorized if Treasurer is not available;

• Designation of Building Principals & Extracurricular Treasurer to sign Extracurricular Classroom Account checks and related documentation;

• Prices for School Meals: (if no CEP)

  • Grades PreK-1 $1.35/breakfast $2.50/lunch

  • Grades 2-4 $1.35/breakfast $2.50/lunch

  • Grades 5-8 $1.35/breakfast $2.50/lunch

  • Grades 9-12 $1.35/breakfast $2.50/lunch

AUTHORIZATIONS

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. North, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the following authorizations. Motion carried 5-0.

• Authorization of Superintendent to certify payrolls;

• Authorization of District Treasurer to loan from the General Fund to the Federal Fund, the Capital Fund and the School Lunch Fund, only such sums as are necessary to pay the then current payrolls and warrants until revenues are received from the respective funds for the school district for the 2021-2022 school year, as well as authorization of the use of facsimile signature;

• Authorizes the Superintendent to: 1) Transfer of Funds; to transfer funds within the budget; 2) Accept Funds; to accept all drafts, checks, and other dealings with District Funds which bear the signature or official facsimile of the District Treasurer or Superintendent of Schools;

• Authorization of attendance of Superintendent and all Board of Education members at appropriate conferences, conventions and workshops with expenses as included in the 2021-2022 school budget;

• Authorization of Superintendent to approve staff attendance at appropriate conference with expenses;

• Authorization of Superintendent to apply for grants in aid; to submit grant proposals which will benefit the school district;

• Authorization of Superintendent to adjust school calendar; to alter the instructional school calendar;

• Authorization of Business Administrator for the following:

  • Investments; to invest School District monies in accordance with Sections 1604-A and 1723-a of the Educational Law and other pertinent regulations;

  • Transfer Funds Between Banks; to execute, on behalf of the school, a Funds Transfer Agreement with the approved School Banks in such form and content and upon such terms as deemed and proper; and the Treasurer and the Business Administrator are authorized to issue payment orders to the approved School Banks in accordance with the Funds Transfer Agreement and to authenticate any payment orders received by the banks;

• Authorization of Petty Cash Funds:

  • $100 in each: Fisher, Barringer, Jarvis and District Office;

  • $100 in each: Fisher, Barringer, Jarvis and CVA Cafeteria

• Authorization of Petty Cash Fund Custodians: Building Principals and Business Administrator as

  follows;

  • Business Administrator – James Humphrey

  • Barringer – Aaron Carey

  • Fisher – Michele Pilla

  • Middle School – Charles Pratt

  • Cafeteria – Dominick Mauro

• Authorization of Building Principals, under Education Law 3214, to suspend students from school for up to five (5) school days for the 2021-2022 school year;

• Authorization of Treasurer to execute bank transactions;

• Authorization of President of the Board of Education to borrow maximum allowable amounts by law on Tax Anticipation Notes for the 2021-2022 school year;

• Authorization of President of the Board of Education to renew perpetual Revenue Anticipation Notes;

• Authorization of Business Administrator and/or Superintendent of Schools to sell surplus equipment for the 2021-2022 school year;

• Authorization of the Superintendent to appoint employees on a temporary basis with the understanding that the Board of Education will make the final determination at the next subsequent Board of Education meeting;

• Authorization of Vice President to sign contracts in the absence of President.

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BLANKET BONDS

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mrs. North, the Board approved the following blanket bond designations. Motion carried 5-0.

• Business Administrator $1,000,000

• District Treasurer $1,000,000

• Deputy Treasurer $1,000,000

• District Clerk $1,000,000

• Claims Auditors $1,000,000

• Tax Collector Blanket Bond $1,000,000

• Student Activities Acct.Treas. $1,000,000

• School Attorney $1,000,000

• All Other Employees $1,000,000

ESTABLISHMENT OF MILEAGE RATE

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Levi, seconded by Mrs. Wesolowski, the Board approved the mileage rate at the current IRS rate for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERSHIPS

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. North, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the following memberships. Motion carried 5-0.

• New York State School Boards Association

• Rural Schools Association

• Oneida-Madison-Herkimer School Boards Institute

OTHER

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the following. Motion carried 5-0.

The Board of Education for the Central Valley Central School District wishes to protect the District, the members of the Board of Education and any school district officers in actions brought against them or in any action or proceeding touching any district property or involving its rights or interest; and

Whereas, the Board of Education of the Central Valley Central School District wishes to protect its superintendent, principals, members of teaching or supervisory staff, members of a committee on special education or subcommittee thereof, surrogate parent, as defined in their regulations of the commissioner of education, any member of the Board of Education or non-instructional employee in any action or proceeding, other than a criminal prosecution or an action or proceeding brought against him/her by the District, including proceeding before the Commissioner of Education, arising out of the exercise of his/her powers or the performance of his/her duties; and

Whereas, the Board of Education of the Central Valley Central School District wishes to protect its members, employees, officers, authorized volunteers or any other person holding a position by election, appointment or employment in the service of the school district, whether or not compensated, in any civil action or proceeding, state or federal, arising out of any alleged act of omission which occurred or allegedly occurred while the employee was acting within the scope of his/her employment or duties with the District.

BE IT RESOLVED that, the benefits and protection afforded, provided pursuant to 3811 of the Education Law, shall be available, subject to the procedural requirements set forth therein and,

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, the benefits and protection afforded protections pursuant to 18 of the New York State Public Officers Law shall supplement and be available in addition to any defense or indemnification protection conferred by other statues, rules or regulations, including but not limited to, the protection provided pursuant to Education Law 3811, 3023, and 3028 subject to the procedural requirements set forth therein.

RE-ADOPTION OF POLICIES

Re-Adoption of all previous Board of Education policies and Code of Ethics in effect during the previous year, as implied in Education Law 1709, 2503 for the 2021-2022 school year.

APPROVAL OF RATES

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Darrow, the Board approved the following rates. Motion carried 5-0.

• Election Workers—$15.00/hour

• Substitute Teachers

  • Certified—$92.50/day

  • Non-Certified—$87.50/day

  • Certified Retiree of the District—$100.00/day

• Substitute Teacher Aides/Food Service Current NYS Minimum Wage

• Substitute Teacher Assistants

  • Non-Certified—Current NYS Minimum Wage/hr

  • Certified—$5.00 over Non-Certified Rate/hr

• Substitute Nurses

  • Registered—$100.00/day

  • LPN— $87.50/day

• Substitute COTA—$100/day

APPOINTMENT OF BOE REPRESENTATIVES TO ASSOCIATION COMMITTEES

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mrs. North, the Board approved the appointment of the following representatives. Motion carried 5-0.

• 2021-2022 SBI Executive Committee Member, Jonah Levi

• 2021-2022 SBI Executive Committee Alternate Member, Jonathan Boucher

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Levi, seconded by Mr. Darrow, the Board approved the appointment of the following liaison. Motion carried 5-0.

• 2021-2022 Board of Education Liaison to the CVCSD Foundation, Maggie Wesolowski

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Superintendent’s Report

• Mr. Rich reported that an end-of-year luncheon took place to celebrate our retirees and close out the school year. The luncheon was well attended and we look forward to continuing it as a Thunder tradition.

• Graduation / Venue – Mr. Rich reported that this year’s graduation and venue were a great success. The District has taken the steps the secure the auditorium for next year’s graduation ceremony as well.

• The District-Wide School Safety Plan has been placed on the website for the required thirty-day public review period. The Board will consider formal acceptance of this plan at their next regular meeting in August.

Administrative Reports

Mr. Rich provided an update on the District’s Summer School Program at Barringer, as well as the program for students in grades 9-12. Summer professional development and workshops are being held for staff.

Business Official’s Report

• Mr. Humphrey reported that the Business Office is continuing its work of closing out the 2020-2021 school year and opening the books for 2021-2022. June financial reports will be available for the Board’s review at the regular meeting in August.

• Grants will continue to be worked on this summer to meet the submission deadlines. The district will no longer be participating in the Central Business Office feature through BOCES. Those functions will now take place here in the district and that transition is currently taking place.

• The District’s auditors will be in the district later in July.

BOARD DISCUSSION

• A question was raised about scoreboards and Mr. Humphrey explained the process of how such expenditures may be able to be included in the grant money.

• Discussion took place regarding the guidance for masks, social distancing, and transportation for the coming school year. Mr. Rich explained the discussions that have been taking place so far. Once further discussions take place between the Department of Health and the component districts, Mr. Rich will communicate the plans to all stakeholders.

PUBLIC OPEN FORUM

There was no public participation this evening.

CONSENT AGENDA

Approval of Minutes

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the minutes of the following meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

• Regular Meeting – June 16, 2021

Acceptance of Retirement Notice

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board accepted the following notice of retirement. Motion carried 5-0.

• John Daley, Art Teacher, Effective 6/26/21

(Copy of notice on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Acceptance of Resignations

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board accepted the following resignations. Motion carried 5-0.

• Simone Bouck, Teacher Aide, Effective 6/25/21

• Amy Clancy, Elementary Teacher, Effective 6/30/21

• Jennie Tofani, ELA Teacher, Effective 7/31/21

(Copy of resignations on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval of Termination of Services

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved of the termination of services of the following employee. Motion carried 5-0.

• Dillon Knapik, Building Cleaner, Effective 6/23/21

Approval of Personnel Appointments

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the following personnel appointments. Motion carried 5-0.

Provisional Appointment and Employment Agreement (Non-Union):

• Dominick Mauro, School Food Service Director I, Effective 7/1/21

Fall 2021 Coaching Appointments:

• Varsity Cheer, Shannon Darrow

• Jr. Varsity Cheer , Michele DelConte

• Boys Varsity X-Ctry , Charles Maxson

• Girls Varsity X-Ctry , Mike Farber

• Boys Mod X-Ctry , William Holland

• Girls Mod X-Ctry , Rich Schoff

• Varsity Field Hockey , Erin McKinley

• Jr. Varsity Field Hockey , TBD

• Mod. Field Hockey , TBD

• Head Varsity Football , Jon Cole

• Asst. Varsity Football , Bob Bush

• Asst. Varsity Football , Todd Hoffman

• Jr. Varsity Head Football , Tim Lawrence

• Jr. Varsity Asst. Football , Chris French

• Modified Head Football , TBD

• Modified Asst. Football , TBD

• Boys Varsity Soccer, Jim Mott

• Boys Jr. Varsity Soccer , Jared Hall

• Boys Modified Soccer, Ryan Biamonte

• Girls Varsity Soccer , Jonna Costin

• Girls Jr. Varsity Soccer , TBD

• Girls Modified Soccer , Brian Lasowski

• Girls Varsity Tennis , TBD

Summer School Staffing Appointments:

• Dan Land, Teacher Aide - 3.5 hrs/day, Eff, 7/1/21 - 7/29/21

• Mandy Knowles, Summer Art Person - 3.5 hrs/day, Eff. 7/1/21 - 7/29/21

• David Ryan, Elem. Teacher - 3.5 hrs/day, Eff. Approx. 7/1/21 - 7/29/21

• Charles Maxson, Music Teacher - 3.5 hrs/day, Eff. Approx. 7/27/21 - 7/29/21

Summer School Staffing Resignation:

• Emilie Bell, Elementary Teacher - 3.5 hrs/day, Effective 7/1/21

OLD BUSINESS

Policy Review - Second Reading and Approval

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board had a second reading of the following policy and granted its approval of the policy. Motion carried 5-0.

• #4603 - Accepting Gifts, Grants, Donations, and Memorial Contributions to the District

(Copy of policy on file in District Clerk’s files.)

NEW BUSINESS

Approval of Arrangement of Services of CSE/CPSE/504 Accommodation Plan Meetings

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. North seconded by Mrs. Wesolowski, the Board approved the arrangement of services of the following CSE/CPSE/504 Accommodation Plan Meetings. Motion carried 5-0.

• June 1, 2021

• June 2, 2021

• June 3, 2021

• June 4, 2021

• June 7, 2021

• June 8, 2021

• June 9, 2021

• June 10, 2021

• June 11, 2021

• June 14, 2021

(Copy of minutes on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval to Dispose of Surplus Goods

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved to dispose of the following surplus goods. Motion carried 5-0.

• Jarvis Teaching Guides and Resources - Per 6/24/21 Inventory List

(Copy of inventory list on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Acceptance of 2021-2022 Dairy Bid Results

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mrs. North, the Board accepted the results of the 2021-2022 dairy bid results as follows. Motion carried 5-0.

• Instantwhip Foods -- $87,668.70

(Copy of bid details on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval of Tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement with Central Valley Teachers Association (CVTA), Effective 7/1/21 - 6/30/25

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. North, seconded by Mr. Darrow, the Board approved a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Central Valley Teachers Association (CVTA), effective 7/1/21 – 6/30/25. Motion carried 5-0.

(Copy of agreement on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval of Change to 2021-2022 School Calendar

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the following change for the 2021-2022 school calendar. Motion carried 5-0.

• Commencement will be changed from Friday, 6/24/22 to Saturday, 6/25/22

Approval of 2021-2022 Federal Funds Procurement Manual

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mrs. Wesolowski, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved the 2021-2022 Federal Funds Procurement Manual. Motion carried 5-0.

(Copy of manual on file in District Clerk’s files.)

Approval of Resolution for SEQRA Opinion on Type II Capital Outlay Project

Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Jeremy M. Rich, on a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board approved a resolution for a SEQRA Opinion on the Type II Capital Outlay Project. Motion carried 5-0.

(Copy of resolution on file in District Clerk’s files.)

NEXT MEETING

The Board’s next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 18, 2021.

ADJOURNMENT

On a motion made by Mr. Darrow, seconded by Mr. Levi, the Board adjourned their reorganization and regular meeting at 8:02 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

Marsha Griffith
District Clerk, Board of Education