SUSQUENITA SCHOOL DISTRICT Regular School Board Meeting May 8, 2018-7:00 p.m. High School LGI MINUTES ATTENDANCE Members of the Board Kent R. Smith (Superintendent), Brenda K. Myers (President), Phillip C. Lehman (Vice President), Donald D. Kauffman, Tina M. Kelly, Michael G. Jones, Heather A. Rudy, Stephen Smith, and Robert F. Staver Dan Altland (Solicitor) and Shannon E. Reed (Secretary) District Representatives Scott Acri, Sonja Brunner, Roger D. Carl, Craig L. Funk, Craig A. Gilbert, Rebecca L. Lorfink, Mark W. Maldet, Christine L. Matash, and William Quigley Zoe Timothy and Eli Whitehead-Zimmers (Student Representatives) Guests Ann E. Baer, Judith K. Bishop, John C. Rubisch Members of the Public Timothy Baer, Steve Bishop, Suzanne Comisac, Donna Kerstetter, Abigail Foy, Ken Masser, Sue Masser, Jerry Myers, Paul Myers, Jim Ryan, Jennifer Zeigler. CALL TO ORDER Mrs. Myers, presiding, called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. An Executive Session was held in advance of this meeting to discuss personnel, contract, and/or legal matters. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE At this time, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. AGENDA A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to adopt the Agenda. There were no questions or comments. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY There were no public comments at this time.
MINUTES A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the April 10, 2018 Board Meeting Minutes: There were no questions or comments. PRESENTATIONS A. Retiree Recognition The following retirees were recognized: 1) Ann E. Baer 2) Judith K. Bishop 3) John C. Rubisch B. Student Board Representative Reports Ms. Timothy and Mr. Whitehead Zimmers provided the final Student Representatives Report for the 2017-2018 school year. Members of the Board wished Ms. Timothy well in future endeavors. Mr. Whitehead Zimmers will continue as a Student Representative for the 2018-2019 school year. FINANCE A. Treasurer s Reports March 31, 2018 Treasurer s Reports were distributed to the Board for review in advance of the meeting. There were no questions or comments. B. Payment of Orders A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the Payment of Orders: 1) General Fund Check Summary - $381,886.87 2) General Fund Prepaid List 1 - $88,900.50 3) General Fund Prepaid List 2 - $8,331.86 4) Capital Reserve Checks - $29,040.29 5) General Fund Insurance Checks & Wire Transfers - $277,948.46 C. Proposed General Fund Budget - A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the Proposed 2018-2019 General Fund Budget, totaling $33,313,620.00, with the intent to adopt the final budget at the June 12, 2018 Board Meeting and including tax rates as listed below: Tax Rates 2017-2018 2018-2019
Real Estate: Perry County Dauphin County 12.970 23.393 12.973 22.526 Earned Income: 1.30% 1.30% Realty Transfer: 0.50%.50% D. Election of Board Treasurer Mr. Kauffman moved to open nominations. A nomination was made by Mr. Lehman, for Stephen Smith. Dr. Jones moved to close nominations. A MOTION was made by Mr, Kauffman, and seconded by Dr. Jones. to appoint Stephen Smith as Treasurer for a one year term, from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. E. District Depository - A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr, Kauffman, to appoint Marysville Bank, Operating Division of Riverview Bank, as the District Depository from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. F. Fund Custodians for Student Fiduciary Accounts - A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mr. Lehman, to appoint fund custodians for the 2018-2019 student fiduciary accounts: 1) Craig Funk, High School 2) William Quigley, Middle School 3) Rebecca Lorfink, Elementary School PERSONNEL A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the following personnel matters: 1) Resignations a. Jessica A. Mowery, from the position of Instructional Aide (6.0 hour/182 day), effective May 17, 2018. Ms. Mowery will also be removed from the substitute support staff roster.
b. Danielle M. Rohrer, from the position of Elementary Teacher, at the conclusion of the 2017-2018 school year. 2) Resignations with the Intent to Retire a. Cheryl L. Jones, from the position of Custodian (8.0 hour/260 day), effective May 25, 2018. b. Stephen E. Jones, from the position of Custodian (8.0 hour/260 day), effective May 25, 2018. 3) Authorize Administration to Commit Employment - of appropriate candidates for custodial positions to be filled in advance of the June Board Meeting 4) Employments 5) Changes of Status a. Lindsey E. Zurvich of Harrisburg, as a Special Education teacher at Master Step 1 - $47,234.00, effective August 13, 2018. b. Abby L. Nace of Mifflintown, as an Elementary Teacher at Master Step 1 at $46,476.00, effective May 9, 2018. c. Blake T. Smith of Hummelstown, as a Physical Education Teacher at Bachelor Step 1 at $44,225.00, effective May 9, 2018. a. Emily K. Book, from Masters+15, Step 9 at $55,979.00, to Masters+30, Step 9 at $57,582.00, effective April 24, 2018. b. Taylor M. Reed, High Risk Instructional Aide (6.0 hour/182 day), change of hourly rate from $9.50 per hour to $10.00 per hour, effective April 16, 2018. 6) Successful Completion of 90-Day Evaluation - Karie Simpson, High Risk Instructional Aide. 7) Athletic Coach Resignations a. Shelby Anderson, from the position of Assistant Coach, Field Hockey, effective April 27, 2018. b. Donald L. Smith, from the position of Head Coach, Boys Basketball, effective April 24, 2018. POLICIES A. 123, 123.1, 123.2, 808.1 A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the second reading of the following policies: 1) 123 - Interscholastic Athletics 2) 123.1 - Concussion Management 3) 123.2 - Sudden Cardiac Arrest 4) 808.1 - Food Services: Collections and Delinquent Accounts
B. 246 - School Wellness A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the first reading of Policy 246 - School Wellness. Dr. Jones voted no. With the exception of Dr. Jones, all members voted in the affirmative. CONTRACTS A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the following contracts: A. NRG 1) Maintenance Service Agreement for Districtwide building automation system and automatic temperature controls, from July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, for a fee of $23,980.00. 2) Preventative Maintenance Agreement for the Chiller, from July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, for a fee of $8,300.00. B. Nutrition, Inc. - as the District's food service provider. C. Sage Technologies, Inc. - to complete the following technology projects: 1) Football Stadium Sound System - $49,244.00 2) High School LGI System - $36,386.00 3) High School HDTV Studio System - $24,814.00 4) Elementary and High School Clock Systems - $41,816.00 5) Elementary and High School Telecenter U Systems - $74,410.00 D. Guard 911, LLC - SchoolGuard application setup for a one-time fee of $3,000, and unlimited access for a monthly fee of $297.00. E. River Rock Academy - to provide two (2) educational slots for the 2018-2019 school year at a rate of $130.04/day, for a total cost of $48,114.80. F. Vista Foundation - for 100 hours of Vista Outreach Services (Autism Consultant) during the 2018-2019 school year, at a rate of $121.00 per hour, for a total of $12,100.00. Mr. Staver voted no to Item E, River Rock Academy. With the exception of Mr. Staver s no vote, all members voted in the affirmative.
FIELD TRIP A MOTION was made by Mr, Kauffman, and seconded by Mr. Lehman, to approve the PA Junior Academy of Science field trip to Penn State University from May 20 to 22, 2018, to participate in the state science competition. MEETING SCHEDULE Members of the Board reviewed the Draft Meeting Schedule, which will appear on the June Board Agenda for approval. INFORMATION ITEMS The following information items were presented to the Board: A. Dispositions 1) Ice Cream Freezer, SES Cafeteria 2) Ink Cartridges, SES Computer Lab B. Field Trip - Catering Club field trip to Disney World, to participate in Cook Around the World. from April 26 to 29, 2019. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Facilities Committee The next Facilities Committee meeting will be held Wednesday, May 16, 10:00 a.m. at the District Office. B. Policy Review Committee The next Policy Review Committee Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in Middle School Room 133. The following policies will be reviewed at that time: 124 - Alternate Instruction 126 - Class Size 139 - Selection of Library Resources (Proposed as Policy 109.1 and 109R) ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Superintendent Smith congratulated retirees, provided an update on Teacher Appreciation Week activities, and reported on the progress of the repair to the geothermal leak. Dr. Lorfink, Mr. Quigley, and Mr. Funk provided an update on year end activities in their respective buildings. Mr. Acri provided an update on the end of the athletics season. Mr. Gilbert reported that the Buildings and Grounds team is preparing for summer maintenance.
BOARD REPORTS Several members of the Board thanked Ms. Timothy for her service as Board Representative and wished her luck in her future endeavors, as well as congratulated retiring teachers. PUBLIC COMMENTS Susan Masser of Duncannon spoke about the selection process for the National junior Honor Society. ADJOURNMENT A MOTION was made by Mr. Lehman, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to adjourn the meeting at 9:32 p.m.