Monroeville BOE Notes

SPECIAL MEETING

2010-10-18T19:42:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE:
Melodie Adelman, Nancy Brown, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

APPROVED:

Resolution authorizing the execution of a lease purchase agreement providing for the lease and eventual acquisition of improvements to school district buildings consisting of installations, modifications and remodeling of school buildings to conserve energy and necessary appurtenances.
Resolution providing for the issuance and sale of bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $771,266.38 for the purpose of paying costs of installations, modifications and remodeling of school buildings to conserve energy.

ADJOUNMENT:

Moved by Lonz, seconded by Adelman to adjourn the meeting at 7:42 P.M

SPECIAL MEETING

2010-09-28T20:15:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE:

Melodie Adelman, Nancy Brown, Mike Helmstetter, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT

All Board's dinner was September 27 and was attended by Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Nancy Brown, Elise Gray, and David Stubblebine.
Homecoming this week
Race to the Top Committee has been created and consists of David Stubblebine, Bob Butler, Jim Kaczor, Kathy McClendon, and 3 union appointed members; Met for the first all day meeting today
Friday, October 1, will be in Cleveland for a Race to the Top Meeting 5. Next week will be in Columbus for BASA Conference
Will be approving the waiver for exemption of BMI requirement
Will be approving policies 1.00-1.19; 2.00-2.07; 3.00-3.14; 4.00-4.03; 8.00-8.08
We have switched fully over to Google Apps and it is running smoothly and saved the district roughly $15,00

RACE TO THE TOP REPORT

Four Assurance Areas:

Standards & Assessments • new curriculum; new state tests
Using Data to Improve Instruction • utilize an instructional improvement system c.
Great Teachers & Leaders • making our teachers & school leaders better • Measuring Student Growth • Evaluation System • Effective Support for Teachers & Principals
Turning Around Low Performing Schools • we are EXEMPT

Monthly report to Board required; Will guide all of our PD for next 4 years

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC:

Jim Kaczor, Jr/Sr High School Principal

Homecoming bonfire at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 27
Homecoming on Saturday, October 2 from 8-11
Department Meetings: Going over details of OAA and OGT; Know answers most missed and can look at that in future lessons; Concerned with JH Math and Science
Weekly Achievement Reward
Added new advertising at football field from Fitzgerald's and Nationwide Insurance
Music Booster pie sale to begin Monday, October 4
FFA fruit sale to begin Friday, October 1
Band Festival at New London October 9

Bob Butler, Elementary Principal Elementary

9/10/10 we had over 400 people attend our Grandparent's Day
10/5/10 • 3rd grade reading test OAA
10/8/10 • Picture Day
10/12/10 • PTO Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
10/15/10 • Local PD day at Western Reserve
10/21/10 • Elementary Concert at 7:00 p.m.
11/10/10 • Electricity Speaker
Bringing in an Anti-Bullying speaker
Special Education IEP dates: 10/4-6/10

Chris Turner and Elizabeth Yingling presented the proposed trip for the JH/HS Music and Drama departments to New York City, NY on March 25-29, 2011

Chris Turner and Elizabeth Yingling asked for permission to participate in Monroeville Halloween Parade, which is on Sunday, October 31, 2010

Scott Bauer presented the propsed trip for FFA to Indianapolis, IN on October 19-23, 2010

Salena Maazaoui presented the proposed trip to France on June 14-26, 2012

APPROVED

Financial reports submitted for August 2010
Permanent appropriations for fiscal year 2011
List of fund transfers
Authorize the use of blanket purchase orders not exceeding $100,000 for all funds
Resolution that Monroeville Local Board of Education is unable to comply with the requirements of section 3313.674 of the Ohio Revised Code and has resolved to seek a waiver from compliance with said requirements from the Superintendent of Public Instruction for the 2010-2011 school year
List of Policies: 1.00-1.19; 2.00-2.07; 3.00-3.14; 4.00-4.03; 8.00-8.08
Donation in kind from Elise Gray (Food for staff day, August 23, 2010
Donation in kind from Sandy Lonz (Food for staff day, August 23, 2010
Band/Choir trip to New York City March 24-28, 2011
FFA Trip to Indianapolis, October 19-23, 2010
French Club trip to France, June 21-July 2, 2012
Date change of the 8th grade trip to Washington DC from May 4-7, 2011 to March 16-19, 2011
Disposal of obsolete items from St. Joseph School
Generous donation of two catch basins and 2 risers from Norwalk Concrete Industries
Band to march in the Halloween parade on October 31, 2010. This parade will be held on a Sunday.

EMPLOYMENT

List of substitute teachers/aides
Carrie Finch as Band volunteer (Contingent upon clear BCI)
Melanie Reineck as a classroom volunteer (Contingent upon clear BCI)
Bob Butler as a Network Coordinator for the 2010-2011 school year ($2,500 for the school year)
Julie Sekerak as Speech and Language Pathologist for the 2010-2011 school year (Step 0, MA, 111 days)
Resignation of Mike Mandeville as Junior High Team Leader
Amber Whaley as Junior High Team Leader for the 2010-2011 school year (Step 0, 1%) 8.
Ricky Burnley for 3 hours per week as custodian (Step 0). To be paid out of ASP funds to begin 9/8/10 to 6/11/11.
Krista Martin as an aide (Step 3)
Grace Middleswarth as an aide (To be paid out of ASP funds) (Step 6)
Amanda Mandeville as an aide (Step 0)
Resignation of Ted Caldwell as Boys Basketball Assisstant
Mike Sweet as Boys Basketball Varsity Assistant (Step 2, 9%)
Eight weeks of paid maternity leave for Jamie Charville. From January 3, 2011 to February 27, 2011
Dennis Girton as Model UN advisor (Step 6, 2%) 16. list of Friday school monitors

DISCUSSION

David Stubblebine informed Board of excellent job Jackie Zieber is doing in her new position, stating that we haven't missed a step
Senior Project missed deadline penalties. David Stubblebine presented a proposal that will require seniors who miss the due date of their senior project to have to present their project in front of the Board of Education and explain to them why they missed the deadline. Will be decided at later date.
Steve Reer gave update on donations for playground: Wilhelm and Liebold installed two catch basins donated by Wilhelm, Underground, and Norwalk Concrete (estimated donation $5,000); Phases of Playground redesign: 1. Catch Basins (completed); 2. Asphalt c. Equipment

ADJOURNMENT

Moved by Brown, seconded by Helmstetter to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 P.M

SPECIAL MEETING

2010-08-16T20:33:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE:

Melodie Adelman, Nancy Brown, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT:

Elementary and High School Open House is Thursday (8/19/10) starting at 6:30 pm
Varsity scrimmage vs. Black River on Friday (8/20/10) home at 6:30 pm
Opening day schedule set
We will have a policy review next month
Executive Committee meeting Wednesday (8/18/10) at 7:30 pm
Senate Bill 210 requires us to BMI testing on children.
Will have to make decision by February on how we will do this
Ohio will receive approximately $361 million in federal bailout money. Not sure how the money will flow and where it will flow to.
Will approve Classified Policy tonight

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC:

Jamie Charville presented the annual 8th grade trip to Washington D.C. for the dates of May 4-7, 2011
Chris Gravenhorst asked for permission to hold 4 home football games for 5th and 6th grade football

APPROVED:

Financial reports submitted for July 2010
Advances to be repaid to General Fund
2009-2010 audit at the approximate cost of $20,000
Appropriation modifications
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and PSI for speech services for 2010-2011 school year
Purchase of alternative program at the cost of $8,150
5 year lease of a bus from Blue Bird Bus
Policies for the classified staff
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and Wood County Juvenile Detention center
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and Firelands Regional Medical Center for physical and occupational therapy for the 2010-2011 school year
$5.00 fee for 8th grade newspaper class
Use of non-local, non-state funds (Title I) to supplement Pre-School expenses due to declining state funding that jeopardizes the sustainability of the program
8th grade trip to Washington D.C., May 4-7, 2011
Disposal of obsolete computer/printers from St. Joseph School
Purchase of copy paper for the 2010-2011 school year in the amount of $5,454 from Ris Paper
MCEAC Sunday football games at Marsh Field

EMPLOYMENT:

List of substitute teachers/aides for 2010-2011
Howard Graffice as substitute crossing guard
Ella Bennet as a substitute custodian
Stephanie Houser as Intervention Specialist (Step 9, MA)
Stephanie Houser as Elementary Student Council Advisor (Step 0, 1%)

DISCUSSION:

Steve Reer gave update on Clark Park: It will be seeded by October; will not play on it for the 2011 season
Nancy Brown asked Board of Education if there were any objections to her volunteering in Guidance Office now that she is on the Board
Will need to replace Heating/Air Conditioning units over multipurpose room this month. Heat exchange are failing on all of them and because the boiler is not connected to that portion of the building need to replace units so pipes do not freeze.

ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Adelman, seconded by Brown to adjourn the meeting at 8:33 P.M

REGULAR MEETING

2010-07-26T23:50:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE:

Melodie Adelman, Nancy Brown, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

For the purpose of the discipline of a student.

Board adjourned to executive session at 7:31 pm and returned to open session at 11:38 pm

APPROVED:

A resolution to modify the expulsion of student
Financial reports submitted for June 2010
Following change funds: Athletic Dept. $1,500; Cafeteria $133; Elementary Office $100; High School Office $100
2011 Workers' Compensation Group Rating enrollment fee at the cost of $1,650
2010-2011 audit at the approximate cost of $20,000
Agreement between the Monroeville Board of Education and Advanced Academics for online learning
Appoint Lonz as a delegate for Capital Conference and Brown as an alternate

EMPLOYMENT:

Cindy Ruffer as a Mentor
Resignation of David Luddington as Band Director
Elizabeth Yingling as instrumental music teacher
Paul Hiszam as psychologist
Tammie Smith as ASP Clerk for St. Josephn School for the 2010-2011 school year 6.
Substitute bus drivers for 2010-2011: Stacey Gessling, Bryon Gessling, Joyce Deluca, Jim Leitz, and Mike Sweet
List of substitute teachers and aides
Pat Whitacre as substitute custodian (summer only)
Debbie Smith for a $1,000 stipend for preschool reports
Elizabeth Yingling as Band Director
Elizabeth Yingling as Instrumental Production Director

DISCUSSION:

Capital Conference dates
Classified policies will be approve at next board meeting
Move August board meeting to August 16, 2010 at 7:30

ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Lonz, seconded by Brown to adjourn the meeting at 11:50 P.M

REGULAR MEETING

2010-06-28T20:25:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE:

Melodie Adelman, Nancy Brown, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT

Introduced new Dean of Students/Special Education Coordinator/ Work Study Coordinator, Jackie Zieber
Informed of new foreign exchange student for the upcoming 2010-2011 school year from Russia 3.
Elementary building is cleaned and waxed 4.
Still waiting to hear from OSFC is we got approved for zero interest bonds, once find out will know where we are on progress with getting contractors in the building

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC

Kendra Orwig asked for permission to take JV volleyball team on Sunday trips during the summer

APPROVED:

Financial reports submitted for May 2010
Appropriation revisions necessary to close the year
Temporary appropriations for 2011 based on 50% of 2010 appropriations
Advances and transfers from the General Fund
Elementary school fees
Memorandum of Agreement between the Monroeville Board of Education and the Huron County General Health District regarding the Teen Pregnancy Prevention
Renewal of the One-Call system at the cost of $2.00 per student (Annual cost of $1,760.00)
Service agreement between the Monroeville Board of Education and WGTE
Policy of collecting, monitoring, and reporting incidents of bullying. The district will submit semiannual written summaries of this data to the Ohio Department of Education.
Approve the purchase of a 2011 Blue Bird Model A3FE3904 school bus from Cardinal Bus Sales in the amount of $89,791.00
Three-year lease with Apple Computer
Ohio Clean Diesel School Bus Fund Grant in the amount of $17,640.00
Retrofits of 8 school buses by Truck Sales and Service, Inc. in the amount of $17,640.00. To be paid for out of Ohio Clean Diesel School Bus Fund Grant
Tremco for windows to be installed in the special education classrooms. As part of HB 264 the cost will be $29,280.28 and is to be paid out of Title 6B and Title 6B ARRA grants
Resolution designating the Round Table established last year as Monroeville Family and Civic Engagement Team, as per Ohio Revised Code 3313.821
Elementary handbook
Changes in the junior/senior high school handbook
$16,000 for installation, configuration of new server, 150 new computers, new wireless base stations throughout the district and software installation
Contract between the Monroeville Board of education and the Northern Ohio Educational Computer Association for services for the school year 2010-2011
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and Huron County General Health District for nursing services for the 2010-2011 school year
Resolution requesting authority to issue qualified school construction bonds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. (ARRA)
Donation of $20 for preschool
Donation of a King Model 600 Trumpet. (serial no. 850371) from Jen Hauler
Donation from the Class of 2010 remaining funds to the yearbook account
Volleyball Sunday trips (July 18 and July 25, 2010)
Sale of a shed outside the cafeteria to Bill Miller for $1.00 (Mr. Miller will remove the shed)

EMPLOYMENT

Attached list of extended days
Jackie Zieber as Dean of Students/Work Study Coordinator/Special Education Supervisor (Step 0, $55,000)
Ben Paul as Assistant Groundskeeper for the 2009-2010 school year ($500)
Gladys Hauler as Assistant Track Coach for the 2009-2010 school year (Step 0, 3.5%)
Kris Burt (St. Joseph) at 1 day per week. To be paid with auxiliary funds
Jen Sieger as Freshman Advisor (Step 1, 1.5%)
Gerri Lohmann as Jr. High Advisor (Step 1, 1.5%)
Step modifications for the following positions hired May 24, 2010: Connie Hank • Media, Step 19; Gerri Lohmann • Middle School Science Fair, Step 7; Donna Elmlinger • Science Fair, Step 24; Caroline Schnetzer • Junior Class Assistant, Step 8
Lee Jesse as Elementary Academic Challenge Advisor (Step 19, 2%)
Step Adjustment for Erin Wise for 2009-2010 school year from BA, Step 5 to BA, Step 6
Jeff Collingwood as football assistant (Step 0, 9%)
Dan Periat and Brad Dunlap as conditioning directors for 2010-2011 (Step 0)
Resignation of Jacquie Raifsnider as teacher effective at the end of 09-10 school year.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

For the purpose of classified staff contracts

Board adjourned to executive session at 7:52 pm and returned to open session at 8:20 pm

DISCUSSION

Steve Reer update the board on Clark Park: project is to begin July 10 (weather permitting)
Sandy Lonz reported a successful Damn Festival
David Stubblebine reminded board of discipline hearing at July board meeting

ADJOURNMENT

Moved by Adelman, seconded by Brown to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 P.M

SPECIAL MEETING

2010-06-14T20:52:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE:

Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

EXECUTIVE SESSION
For the purpose of interviews for the board of education candidates to fill vacancy left by Robin Reed's resignation; Board adjourned to executive session at 7:32 pm and returned to open session at 8:45 pm

APPROVED:

Sandy Lonz as Vice President of the Board of Education, to fill vacancy left by resignation of Robin Reed.
Nancy Brown was appointed to the Monroeville Local School Board to fill the vacancy letf by resignation of Robin Reed.

REGULAR MEETING

2010-05-24T20:41:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT

We have reached a Tentative Agreement with Monroeville Teachers Association.
We are interviewing for the position of Dean of Students/Special Education Coordinator/Work Study Coordinator. We have three done and have two left to complete.
We have to non-renew an aide that we don't have a fit for in the upcoming school year.
Tremco is still in the process of bidding out projects.
We have bus bids that we are currently reviewing right now.
Bus 1 went over the original estimate. When they opened it up, it was much worse than anticipated. 7.

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC
Chris Gravenhorst presented the practice schedule for 5th and 6th grade football for approval
Ben Paul went over Clark Park Agreement

APPROVED
Financial Statements for April 2010 2.
Updated 5-Year Forecast (attached)
Tentative master agreement between the Monroeville Teacher Association and Monroeville Board of Education for the years 2010-2013 (attached)
2010-2011 membership between the Monroeville Board of Education and the Ohio High School Athletic Association 3. 2010-2011 Preschool handbook (attached)
Revisions of policies of January 25, 2010 (Policies 6.00 to 9.32)
Purchase of high school math textbooks from McGraw-Hill at the cost of $22,586.25
Purchase of elementary (K-6th) math textbooks from McGraw-Hill, at the cost of $5,834.85 for sixth grade and $27,234.51 for k-5th grade
Student accident and sickness insurance through Guarantee Trust Life Insurance Company for the 2010-2011 school year
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and Northpoint ESC for shared costs for the 2010-2011 school year
Maternity leave for Brandi Goodwin (Four weeks paid maternity leave and four weeks unpaid maternity leave)
Maternity leave for Amanda Stieber starting May 29, 2010 11.
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and Fisher Titus Medical Center for 2010-2011 Occupational and Physical Therapy
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and Loomis & Lapann, Inc. for catastrophic insurance coverage for students in OHSAA non-recognized sports
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and Fisher Titus Medical Center for the 2010-2011 Athletic Training Services (not to exceed 346 hours of services for a total of $10,079.72)
Repair of Bus #1 in the amount of $8,974.54 (January 25, 2010 meeting it was approved for repairs for Bus #1 at the approximate cost of $6,000)
Conditioning Coach job description
Instrumental Production Director job description
Memorandum of Agreement between the Monroeville Board of Education and The Village of Monroeville for Clark Park
Credit Flexibility Manual
2010 graduating list contingent upon final verification by the High School Principal that all students have met the requirements of the Monroeville Local School Board and the State Department of Education
MCEAC (5th & 6th graders) football practice (two days a week) from June to August from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Donation of $200 to the Drama Club from Gary & Mary Bauer
Donation of $1,300 and $1,500 from the Monroeville Athletic Boosters Wrestling Fund

EMPLOYMENT

Resignation of Molly Porter, Dean of Students/Work Study Coordinator/Special Education Supervisor 2.
Resignation of Mike Sweet as Teacher Aide 3.
Bethany Chime as a substitute teacher
Krista Martin as a Teacher Aide through the end of the 2009-2010 school year (Step 2)
List of classified and supplemental contracts
Howard Graffice as a substitute crossing guard
Marcia Reed, Gregory Dreschel and Patricia Vitello as substitute custodians
Joann Krock for a one year contract as gifted teacher
Donna Elmlinger as tutor (14 hours minimum)
Brad Dunlap for OGT tutoring and testing for the week of June 14-18, 2010
Zac Reer as Head Boys Basketball coach (Step 6, 11.5%) 13. Ty Reer as Basketball Assistant (Step 4, 9%)
Jenny Meagrow as Production Co-Director (Step 2, 5%)
Non-renew Deborah Kesner as Teacher Aide (resolution attached)
Robin Reed resignation from the Monroeville Local School Board effective June 7, 2010

SPECIAL MEETING

2010-04-28T19:02:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE:

Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

APPROVED:

List of contracts
Onetime payment of $500 to Jason Kammann for damage incurred to personal vehicle by a Monroeville Local Schools bus

REGULAR MEETING

2010-04-26T20:06:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE:

Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT:

We are approving changes made to policies approved in January
Negotiations team met tonight to go through contract
Contract opener is May 6, 2010 at 3:00 p.m.
Painting is going on in high school
Facilities committee is going with Millers for landscaping
We had to buy a new mower for the football field $2,000: Athletic Fund; $1,000: MCAL; $1,000: Athletic Boosters; $2,500: General Fund
Monroeville On Display is going on during May 6 ‚ May 8

APPROVED:

Financial Statements for March 2010
Fund to Fund transfers
Appropriation modifications
Approve Treasurer Elise Gray to seek bids for a new school bus
Cooperative Purchasing Program in the amount of $100
Fitzgerald's Body Shop to do body work on Bus #1 at the cost of $6,000
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and the Lorain County ESC for Speech, Audiological and Parent Mentor services for the 2010-2011 school year
American Time & Signal to install clocks, signal indicator, battery backup in the amount of $7,111.66
Koch Aluminum $5,700 for new high school classroom doors
Koch Aluminum $4,000 to replace elementary gym entry door
Authorize the superintendent to expend not more than $9,500 for elementary bathroom plumbing
Shearer Implement for $6,500 for new mower ($2,000 donation from athletic department, $1,000 donation from MCAL, and $1,000 donation from Athletic Boosters)
Sound Solutions to install sound systems in the Choir and Band rooms in the amount of $3,138.16 for each room. Total cost of $6,276.32 to be reimbursed by the Music Boosters
$10,000 to Miller Landscaping & Gardens for installation of new landscaping
Policy revision of Chapter VI and VII of the Board Policy Manual as follows: 6.13-Grading Systems; 6.43-Prohibition for Extra-Curricular Activities; 7.09-Credit Flexibility
Donation of a Samsung DVD/VHS player from David Stubblebine
Sale of old and obsolete computers for $25 each
Sale of a 345 John Deere tractor to Jeremy Loose for $1.00

EMPLOYMENT:

Step change of Ralph Ritzenthaler as Varsity Assistant Sofftball coach from Step 0 to Step 11
Continuing contract for Monica Fondriest, Brandon Biehl, Jamie Charville, Deborah Harwood, Caroline Schnetzer, Scott Bauer, Salena Maazaoui
Pam Smith for grounds maintenance (lawn mowing)
Maternity leave for Julie Castle (using accumulated sick days) starting May 3, 2010
Cecilia Adams and Dawn Oney as substitute teachers
Zac Reer as the Health and Physical Education teacher for the 2010-2011 school year (Step 2)

DISCUSSION:

Twist & Shout Driveway: when electric pole at Twist & Shout is moved, they want to move sign and widen the driveway for safety (Twist & Shout will be paying for all expenses incurred for change). They need the schools permission because part of the move will be made on our property
Playground: talked about redesign of our playground
Clark Park: Village meeting April 27, 2010 (Ben Paul and Steve Reer will be attending)

SPECIAL MEETING

2010-03-22T20:55:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC:

Abe Helmstetter presented information on the deterioration of the fence at the baseball diamond. The winning bid for the project is $6,876.94 and the Athletic Booster is donating $1,775 and it was asked of the district to match the donation of the Athletic Boosters.
The following landscapers presented their proposals for the upcoming landscaping project: Barnes Nursery, Firelands Lawn & Landscape, Miller Landscape, Jarretts

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Moved by Lonz, seconded by Reed to adjourn to executive session for the consideration of the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee, official or student.
Board adjourned to executive session at 8:20 pm and returned to open session at 8:50 pm.

APPROVED

Minutes of the February 22, 2010.
Financial Statements for February 2010
St. Joseph School bus trip to Columbus on May 12-13, 2010. (overnight/St. Joe to incur cost of driver, fuel for bus, driver hotel room and meals)
2010-2011 school calendar
Agreement between the Monroeville Board of Education and the Northern Ohio Educational Computer Association (NOECA) for the provision of Internet Access service
Inter-District Open Enrollment policy
Resolution accepting the amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission and authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the County Auditor

EMPLOYMENT

Tammie Smith as ASP Clerk (St. Joseph). Beginning March 8, 2010 and to be paid out of auxiliary funds. (Step 0)
Jennifer Sieger as Saturday School teacher, as needed, at the rate of $22 per hour
Kelly Poths as Saturday School teacher, as needed, at the rate of $22 per hour
Accept with regret the retirement of Steve Ringholz as teacher, coach and groundskeeper effective May 31, 2010
Extend the contracts of David Stubblebine, Superintendent, William Butler, Elementary Principal, Jim Kaczor, High School Principal, Molly Porter, Dean of Students/Spec. Ed. Supervisor/Work Study Coordinator and Elise Gray, Treasurer through the school year of 2013-2014.
Unpaid leave for Tom Phillips beginning March 23, 2010 and running to the end of the 2010-2011 school year
Cecilia Adams as substitute teacher.
Dan Periat as Head Football Coach (Step 9)
Ten (10) extended days for Zac Reer

Adjournment the meeting at 8:55 PM

REGULAR MEETING

2010-02-22T21:04:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

APPROVED:
Financial Statements for January 2010
Appropriation modifications (attached)
Contract between the Monroeville Local Schools and Christie Lane
Schools for special education services
Contract between the Monroeville Local Schools and the Erie-Huron
Counties Community Action Commission, Inc. (CAC)
Open Enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year
Job description for principal (attached).
Parental leave for Jeremy Loose starting on or about March 10, 2010 for ten (10) days
2009 donation of a Juggs Pitching Machine from Wes & Missy Brewer to the Monroeville Local Schools Athletic Department (valued at $550)
EMPLOYMENT:
Cheryl Young, Jynelle Rex, Kera Baumgartner and Daniel Riemersma as substitute teacher.
Resignation of Drew Karnehm as Varsity Assistant Track Coach
Matt Lark as Varsity Softball coach (Step 4)
Ralph Ritzenthaler as Varsity Assistant Softball coach (Step 0)
DISCUSSION:
Discussion was held to discuss the status of the landscaping proposal process.
Items discussed were the cost of the project and maybe breaking the project into different phases

Adjournment at 9:04 PM

REGULAR MEETING

2010-01-25T20:18:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC:

A Monroeville High School diploma was presented to Vietnam Veteran Jerry Nash
Kelly Poths presented the annual Senior Trip
Karen Reer requested permission to take 14 girls, 2 advisors to an all day free Cheerleader Competition on February 21, 2010 (Sunday trip)
Commissioner Mike Adelman presented a proclamation recognizing January as Board of Education Member Month

SUPERINTENDENT REPORT

We had a Tremco conference call where Steven Cooper let us know the project was on schedule and was going to begin in June 2010 and it to be completed in October 2010
We have an Ohio Improvement Process (OIP) meeting scheduled on February 18, 2010 from 8:30 to 2:30.
The policy updating is still in process and we will be approving more
Facility improvement timeline was presented

APPROVED:

Participation in the OSBA Legal Assistance Fund for 2010 in the amount of $250
Service and monitoring agreement with Safe Harbor Security from 2/1/201 to 1/31/11 in the amount of $770
Purchase of Smart Boards and software in the amount of $29,738
Donation of $5,000 from Fisher Titus Medical Center
Hobbs Lock & Key for the installation of new locks for the school in the amount of $10,000
Transmission repair of Bus 1 at the approximate cost of $6,000
2010/2011 High School course guide changes
Senior class trip to Seven Springs Ski Resort, March 10-12, 2010
Kim Bemis as Trustee to the Monroeville Public Library for a term of seven years beginning January 1, 2010
Sunday cheerleader competition 2/21/10

EMPLOYMENT

Following substitute teacher: Ryan Grose as a substitute teacher
Accepted the resignation of Nicole Scheel as Girls Head Softball Coach

ADJOUNMENT

8:18 P.M.

SPECIAL MEETING

2009-12-21T20:52:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:

State of Schools will be at the February 2010 Board Meeting

ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL:

Elementary did pictures with Santa Claus
All of the new technology is installed and being utilized in the classrooms
End of the first semester is approaching
Elementary has been getting a lot of good press lately

JR/SR HIGH PRINCIPAL:

SOAR is going well; some changes coming next year to enhance the SOAR period.
High School will be using Arena Scheduling this year for next year's schedules
High School is working on their Credit Flex Plan

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC:

Chris Granvenhorst/Heath Cleary/Chris Honell: 5th & 6th grade Athletic Program
Proposed to the Board the creation of the Monroeville Community Elementary Athletic Committee. The group will be an outside group affiliated with the athletic boosters.
Shane Sattler: Sunday Basketball; Asked the Board for permission to use Elementary Gymnasium on Sundays (January- February), from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. It will be a group of 15 Alumni and Monroeville parents. If more people decide to join, it was decided that they will have to come to the Board for approval.

APPROVED:

Recognized the Monroeville Community Elementary Athletic Commettee.
Financial Statements for November 2009
Donation of a King 601 trumpet from Jennifer Hauler
Annual membership to Ohio School Boards Association in the amount of $2,759 and the subscription of Briefcase at the cast of $110
Establish the A.N. Fry Endowed Scholarship in the amount of $51,000
Budget Hearing for January 4, 2010 at 7:00 pm
Organizational Meeting for January 4, 2010 at 7:15 pm
Appoint Sandy Lonz President Pro Tempore for the organizational meeting
Sunday basketball from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT

Mary Ann Fletcher as a tutor
David Luddington as Orchestra Director with the pay rate of $350 with
funds from the Drama Department
Katie Bemis as a substitute teacher
Mike Sweet as a substitute bus driver

SPECIAL MEETING

2009-12-07T20:30:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

The board met in executive session with the superintendent and treasurer to conduct their annual performance appraisal.

ADJOURNMENT

8:30 pm

WORK SESSION

2009-11-11T20:45:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

DISCUSSION:

Discussion was held on what will happen now that 1.5% Earned Income Tax has passed.
Field trips would be reinstated on a limited basis.
Other budget cuts would remain intact for the remainder of the fiscal year.
The Treasurer will attend a meeting on November 30, 2009 for schools with new School District Income Taxes. Following this meeting, a new five year forecast will be created and more discussion will need to occur to decide what will be done with upcoming budgets and building needs.

ADJOURNMENT:

8:45 PM

REGULAR MEETING

2009-10-26T20:22:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:

Parent-Teacher Conferences are this week
-Friday October 30, 2009 is a 2 hour delayed start
For the catastrophic leave program we need two board-appointed members
There is a levy hotline on Wednesday October 28th and Thursday October 29th from 7pm to 9pm
Capital Conference is coming up starting November 8, 2009
There is a meeting October 30, 2009 at 11 am where they will go over their proposal for a new House Bill 264 project
We were granted approval by Ohio Department of Education to use $16,000 of ARRA funds to replace windows in Special Education classrooms
Sidewalk removal
Principals will be giving a building report at our December board meeting
Reminder of Work Session on November 11, 2009

APPROVED:

Reschedule December board meeting to December 21, 2009 at 7:30 pm in the Eby
Room
5th/6th grade boys and girls basketball games/practices to be held on Sundays from November to March (12:00pm to 5:00 pm)
Contract with Schafer’s Snowplowing for the 2009-2010 school year at the rate of $65.00 per hour
Accepted donations from the Beauty Vault
A resolution stating the board’s intention to discontinue the levy of a certain property tax, and not to renew or replace certain other existing property tax levies, if the proposed new 1.50% school district income tax levy is approved by the voters of this school district at the November 3, 2009 election.
Appoint David Stubblebine, Elise Gray, and Sandy Lonz to Catastrophic Leave Committee

EMPLOYMENT:

Gerry Lohmann as a tutor (10 hours) for the purpose of meeting the needs of an 8th grade student
Tabitha Bleile and Meghan Balgude as substitute teachers
Mike Sweet as part time aide for 4.5 hours per day at the rate of $9.20 per hour
Susan Kohler as math coach at a rate of $25 per hour not to exceed 200 hours and to be paid out of ARRA Title I Funds

ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Adelman, seconded by Helmstetter to adjourn the meeting at 8:22 P.M

REGULAR MEETING

2009-09-28T20:37:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:

Implementing HB1 – items
-Resident educator program
-Family & Civic Engagement Committee
-Ohio Improvement Process
-Jared’s Law
H1N1 – working closely with Huron County Health Department
OSFC Project – 369th on Equity List, to be funded 61% with local funds
We are receiving $5,000 FTMC Grant again this year
Worked with Monroeville Teacher’s Association to create Catastrophic Leave program
Changing Policy services from NEOLA to Pepple & Waggoner
Changing Physical Education requirement
More changes coming to the website
Homecoming is October 9th and the Citizens for Monroeville Schools will have a float
Facility Meeting – October 7th at 7:30

APPROVED:

Scheduled a Work Session November 11, 2009 at 7:30 in Eby Room
Modifications to the Organizational Chart due to not filling Director of Operations position
Job description of Assistant to the Treasurer
Membership between the Monroeville Board of Education and WGTE Public Media for comprehensive district membership in the amount of $584.10
Memo of Understanding for Catastrophic Leave
One year agreement between the Monroeville Board of Education and Suburban Processing for the calibration and fall start up for all pneumatic controls for Monroeville Schools in the amount of $3,229
Pepple & Waggoner for policy service
Building use form from Drew Karnehm for Sunday open gym for basketball (1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
Rescind policy 5460.01 (Physical Education requirement)
Reinstate physical education for all sophomores, beginning with this year’s (09-10) freshman
Approve the building use form for Sunday use from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for 5th & 6th grade volleyball practice
Varsity Cheerleaders use of the elementary gym on November 1st and 8th from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (These dates are on a Sunday)

EMPLOYMENT:

Column change for Tom Phillips (BA to MA)
Kris Burt, for the 2009-2010 school year, as enhanced music teacher at
St. Joe (36 days at 2 hours per week; Step 10 BA)
Jan Perkins as an elementary classroom volunteer
Mike Mandeville as Saturday school monitor
Brian Thigpen as long term sub
Paul Hizam as psychologist
Tara Pilliod as substitute custodian
Mary Lonz as a substitute teacher
Abigail Fries as a substitute teacher

DISCUSSION:

Reviewing policy of building being open on Sundays.
Drop $250,000 levy immediately upon passage of 1.5% Earned Income Tax and let $291,000 expire when it comes due.
Still working with Village Lawyer over Clark Park Lease. When park is open, that is when we will sign lease.
Clark Park has $50,000 and equipment donation waiting to be released when there is $50,000 match. They are still $30,000 short of $50,000 match.

ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Lonz, seconded by Reed to adjourn the meeting at 8:37 P.M

SPECIAL MEETING

2009-08-17T20:58:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

The board adjourn to executive session for the purpose of discussing pending litigation.

SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:

Impact of Budget Bill on ODE Assessment:

Grades 4 and 7 writing and grades 5 and 8 social studies assessments are suspended for two years
OGT items will not be subject to public release beginning with the spring 2010 OGT administration. In addition, the budget bill calls for development of a new assessment system to replace the current Ohio Graduation Tests with a three-part assessment system
Nationally standardized assessment (Science, Mathematics and English Language Arts)
Series of end of course exams (Science, Mathematics, English Language Arts and Social Studies)
Senior project (student or group of students, assess chosen content and skills)
These three parts will be used to comprise a composite
score for graduation. ODE is working on the details and a timeline for this transition to take place. For the current
year, there is no change to the OGT assessment schedule.

Meeting with Village Council over parking lot
Clark Park Agreement
Superintendent evaluation form
Sandusky Glass is here and will be done by Thursday
Several new students registered in both buildings today
Two exchange students in the high school ñ Mexico and the Netherlands
New Organizational Chart reflecting staffing changes

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC:

Tremco Representative did a short presentation on House Bill 264 and potential energy cost savings to the District
The PTO sought permission to hold the Harlem Wizards fundraiser on Sunday 11/15/09 from 4-6 in the Elementary gymnasium.

APPROVED:

Agreement with the Wood County Juvenile Detention Center and the Juvenile Residential Center of Northwest Ohio ($55.00 per student per day for Detention and $45.00 per student per day for Residential)
Special Education Model Policies and Procedures
Removal of an old condensate tank and the purchase of a new condensate tank from Quality Welding in the amount of $5,392.74
Attached resolution with Tremco/Weatherproofing Technologies for an energy Conservation Program (HB264)
Table the Clark Park Memorandum of Agreement between the Monroeville Board of Education and The Village of Monroeville
Resolution submitting to the electors of the school district question of imposing a 1.50% school district income tax.

EMPLOYMENT:

Following substitute bus driver for 2009-2010: Stacey Gessling, Joyce DeLuca, Jim Leitz and Bryon Gessling
Stipend of $2,500 for William Butler for tech. support
Melissa Allen for summer school reading (24 hours at the rate of $22 per hour)
Leonard DeCarmine as morning route bus driver
Howard Graffice as substitute crossing guard
Column change for Jennifer Meagrow from BA to MA. Effective 2009-2010 school year.
Crossing guard hours (Ridge/Broad Sts.) for the 2009-2010 school year: 7:15 am to 8:00 am and 4:40 pm to 3:15 pm

DISCUSSION:

Discussion was held on House Bill 264.
Discussed reinstating Grade 10 Physical Education requirement now that have gone back to 8 period day in High School.
Discussion was held to decide if Tech Coordinator should get extended time starting with the 2010-2011 school year.

SPECIAL MEETING

2009-08-09T19:34:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

APPROVED:

A resolution declaring it necessary to raise annually an additional amount for school district purposes and requesting the state tax commissioner to estimate the respective rates at which it would be necessary to levy an ad valorem property tax and a school district income tax to produce that amount.

WORK SESSION

2009-08-06T21:47:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

DISCUSSION:

Discussion was held to determine what type of levy will be placed on the November 3, 2009 ballot. After discussion was held, it was determined to go ahead with a 1.5% Earned Income Tax.
There was also a presentation put on by Monroeville graduate Kelly Mormon. She presented a historical look at Monroeville levies from 2003 to present. She presented different strategies on how she thinks we could be more effective at the ballot.

REGULAR MEETING

2009-07-27T19:58:00.000-07:00

REGULAR MEETING

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:

Levy renewal August 4, 2009, there will be a mailing sent out and will do one call.
Work session set for August 6, 2009 at 7:30.
Northpoint retreat is August 5-6, 2009 at Maumee Bay State Park.
State budget projections are showing a decrease in our funding.
Maintenance update was given.

APPROVED:

Contract with Fisher Titus Medical Center for occupational therapy for the 2009-2010 school year
Renew the statewide delivery service from The State Library of Ohio at the cost of $1,250 (34 weeks, 2 days per week)
Donation from the class of 2009 (To be transferred to the Yearbook account)
Cooperative Purchasing Program from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010 in the amount of $100
Quote from Affiliated Environmental Services for the removal of asbestos in room 208 of the high school at the cost of $3,000
Smetzer Paint & Supply to install a new floor in room 208 at the cost of $4,481.98
Appoint Lonz as a delegate for Capital Conference and Reer as an alternate
Eighth grade trip to Washington DC, March 24-27, 2010 (no cost to General Fund)

EMPLOYMENT:

Dylan Petty and Devlin Pope as volunteers at band camp, July 27th to July 31, 2009
Column change for Melissa Fries to Masters +30
Appoint Lonz as a delegate for Capital Conference and Reer as an alternate
Eighth grade trip to Washington DC, March 24-27, 2010

REGULAR MEETING

2009-06-22T20:10:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:

New State Budget
Changes in custodial staff
Federal programs
Off-site storage
New superintendent's job description & evaluation from BASA

APPROVED:

Enrollment for workersí compensation group rating program with Gates-McDonald for the amount of $1,646
2009-2010 Property, Liability, Excess Liability, Vehicle and Excess Vehicle Insurance coverage through Ohio School Plan (Hylant Group, Agents) in the amount of $23,695
One-year subscription to Ohio School Boards Association
Communication Plus for the amount of $325
Contract with the Huron County General Health District for nursing services for the 2009-2010 school year. (August 1, 2009 to July 31, 2010)
Contract with North Ohio Education Computer Association for fiscalyear 2010 (Basic service, INFOhio, Video, Progress Book, Network support and Circuit line)
Policy changes to policy numbers: 3430.01; 4430.01; 7440; 7440.01; 7530.1V4; 7540.02; 8330 and 8462
Deletion/replacement of old forms as follows: 3430.01F1 through F5; 4430.01F1 through F5; 7440F1; 7530.01F1; 8330F3; 8330F9; and 8330F14
Activity fee of $25 for each student in the following programs/course.
Each student will be limited to $25 no matter how many programs they
are involved in. (list attached)
Memorandum of Understanding (Supplemental Agreement 2009-2010) (attached)
Lunch prices as follows: K-6 $2.00; 7-12 $2.25; Adult $2.50; Milk $.50
Contract with Fisher Titus Medical Center for physical therapy at the
rate of $20.50 per quarter hour
Donation of $300 from Wayne Weber
Donation from Firelands Electric Co-Op for $1,200 in document cameras (Operation Roundup)
Disposal of items from St. Joseph School (These items are no longer used, broken or obsolete)
Donation from Terry Reed for the following: Resnor heater for shop ($400); Air Compressor 5hp, 60 gallon tank ($500); and 9 oak cabinets and 8' stainless counter top ($500)

EMPLOYMENT:

Stipends for Judy GreilichóEMIS in the amount $2,250 and for Jill Stang Building Scheduling in the amount of $750
Bill Orwig as volunteer volleyball assistant coach (pending credentials)
Laura Replogle as Assistant Senior Class Advisor (Step 10)
Tori Horning and Cal Clark for summer help (Not to exceed 40 hours total and at the rate of $6.55 per hour)
Ann Ringholz as Volleyball Assistant (Step 2, 9%)
Resignation of Caroline Schnetzer as Head Cheerleader Advisor
Brad Dunlap as OGT Tutor at the rate of $25 per hour. Total tutoring and testing time is 35 hours. ($875)
Sherrie Karnehm as volunteer cheerleading assistant
Laura Replogle for a continuing contract starting September 1, 2009
Six weeks of maternity leave for Erin Wise starting approximately October 12, 2009
John Pothorski as Maintenance Consultant at the rate of $25 per hour
Paul DeMarco as entry year mentor for Ana Reed for the 08-09 school year
Added duties for Mike Wade. 260 day contract will be at the same rate and step.
Karen Reer as Head Varsity Cheerleader Advisor (Step 10)
With regret, the resignation of Terry Reed as Director of Operations effective June 30, 2009

WORK SESSION

2009-06-15T18:37:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

Due to the resignation of Terry Reed, it was decided to add additional responsibilities to Mike Wade's position and make him a 260 day employee as opposed to the 205 day employee he currently is. The position of Director of Operations will not be filled for the 2009-2010 school year. This will be a cost savings to the District.
Mike Wade's new title for 2009-2010 will be Transportation/Custodial Supervisor.
Mike Wade's new start date of employment for 2009-2010 will be August 1, 2009.
It was decided to hire a part-time bus driver to cover one of Mike Wade's routes.

SPECIAL MEETING

2009-05-18T19:55:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:

Presented cuts for the 09-10 school year to staff on 5/14/09.
Revenues are down due to the poor economy (interest rates) and delinquencies.
Even though cutting $250,000 we will still be running a deficit for FY 10.
Need to decide in July what our plans are for the November ballot if the August renewal passes.

APPROVED:

Financial Statements for April 2009
Appropriation modifications
2009-2010 membership between the Monroeville Board of Education and The Ohio High School Athletic Association
Revisions to the High School handbook for 2009/2010 school year
Revisions to the Elementary handbook for 2009-2010 school yeara resolution determining to proceed with the submission to the electors of Monroeville Local School District the question of the renewal of an existing tax levy, pursuant to the sections 5705.194 through 5705.197 of the revised code.
Preschool handbook
2009-2010 high school fees
2009-2010 elementary school fees
School catastrophic insurance for the 2009-2010 policy term
James G. Zupka, CPA Inc. for the 2009-2011 GAAP report for $5,400 per year.
1. 2009 graduating list contingent upon final verification by the High School Principal that all students have met the requirements of the Monroeville Local School Board and The State Department of Education.
List of organizations recognized by the Monroeville Board of Education
Maternity leave for Katie Stang (9/28/09-12/16/09)

EMPLOYMENT:

Pam Smith as Grounds Maintenance (Step 1)
Continuing contract for Rick Lill
Supplemental contracts
Kendra Orwig as Head Volleyball Coach (Step 0)
Extended day contracts
Non-certified contracts

ADJOUNMENT:

Moved by Adelman, seconded by Lonz to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 P.M

SPECIAL MEETING

2009-05-13T19:35:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

APPROVED:

Resolution determining to submit to the electors of the Monroeville Local School District the question of renewing all of an existing tax levy, pursuant to sections 5705.194 to sections 5705.197 of the revised code

ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Adelman, seconded by Lonz to adjourn meeting at 7:35.

REGULAR MEETING

2009-04-20T20:05:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Hlemstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC:

Mr. Paul's government class's students were present to observe proceedings.

OLD BUSINESS:

Thanks were given to the volunteers who assisted in the demolition of the house on West Street: Chris Gies, Glenn Opper, Tom Scheid, Andy Dahm, Greg Schafer, Bob Sitterly, Abe Helmstetter, Shane Sattler, Kenny Brooks, Mike Gfell, Denny Hauler, Bob Schafer, and Jerry Schafer; John Bores of Underground Utilities, Greg Schafer, and Lake Erie Construction for their donation of equipment and fuel.

APPROVED:

Minutes of the March 23, 2009 Regular Meeting.
Financial Statements for March 2009
Appropriation modifications
Contract with Northpoint ESC for shared costs for F/Y 2010
Accept the Academic Booster account. This account will be governed by the Treasurer of Monroeville Local Schools. Total funds deposited with Treasurer is $2,965.35.
Accept the $200 donation from the Knights of Columbus for the technology fund
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and the Lorain County ESC. (Speech/Language Supervisory services; Audiological services and Parent Mentor services)
Contract between the Monroeville Board of Education and Coca-Cola Corporation for a period of five years
Student voluntary accident & sickness insurance for the 2009-2010 school year

EMPLOYMENT:

Jennifer Evans as a substitute teacher
Resignation of Teresa Miller as an aide. Effective June 2009.
Attached list of teacher contracts
Dennis Girton as Mentor in the amount of $1,220.40 to be paid equally over five pays at the rate of $244.08 per pay
Zac Reer for a one year contract as Technology Coordinator

DISCUSSION:

Canceling the Regular Meeting on May 25 and planning a Special Meeting on May 18 at 7:30 in the Eby Room

ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Reed, seconded by Adelman to adjourn the meeting at 8:05 P.M.

REGULAR MEETING

2009-03-23T20:21:00.000-07:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Moved by Adelman, seconded by Reed to adjourn to executive session for the purpose of discussing pending litigation.
Board adjourned to executive session at 7:30 pm and returned to open session at 8:00 pm.

APPROVED:

Financial Statements for February 2009
Math textbook adoption
Anonymous donation of $1,047 to the pre-school activity fund
Donations of $420 from Monroeville Music Boosters for the purchase
of bass drums and $200 from Monroeville Music Boosters for chairs
bought at auction
Resolution accepting the amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission and authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the County Auditor.

EMPLOYMENT:

Following substitutes: Danielle Johnson & Brittany Pickett
Resignation of Jim Middlesworth as assistant girls softball coach
Corynne Long as assistant girls softball coach at Step 0
Jim Middlesworth as a volunteer for girls softball
Continuing contracts for Debbie Smith (pre-school) and Brad Dunlap, starting in September 2009
Christine Turner as Production Director Assistant at Step 0
Resignation of Teresa Miller as varsity volleyball coach
Jenny Lonz Meagrow as Production Director Head at Step 0
Zac Reer as Assistant Track Coach at Step 0
Changes to the 2009-2010 calendar

DISCUSSION:

Canceling the Regular Meeting on April 27 and planning a Special Meeting on April 20 at 7:30 in the Eby Room
Jarod’s Law Radon Testing – results were not known at time
Decided that Monroeville Board of Education would donate $750.00 to the Hall of Fame Committee
Discussion on Music Boosters possible paying for a dinner before the play on Friday or Saturday

ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Reed, seconded by Lonz to adjourn the meeting at 8:21 P.M

REGULAR MEETING

2009-02-23T19:57:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

APPROVED:

Financial Statements for January 2009
2009-2010 contract between the Monroeville Local Schools and Christie Lane Schools for Special education services.
Anonymous donation of $5,475 to the athletic department for the purchase of football jerseys
Purchase of football equipment and football jerseys from Coach’s Sports Corner in the amount of $10,504.50
Open Enrollment of the 2009-2010 school year
2009-2010 school calendar

EMPLOYMENT:

Sub. Teacher – Eric Coey

OTHER:

Use of the elementary gym and cafeteria on March 8, 2009 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm for the 7th and 8th grade basketball banquet
2009-2010 high school course guide

Adjournment at 7:57 P.M

SPECIAL MEETING

2009-02-12T20:02:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

For the purpose of consideration of the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or compensation of a public employee, official or student.
Board adjourned to executive session at 7:31 pm and returned to open session at 7:44 pm.

APPROVED:

Resolution submitting to the electors of the school district the question of imposing a 1.50% school district income tax.

Adjournent at 8:02 pm

REGULAR MEETING

2009-01-26T20:05:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC:

State of the Schools was presented by William Butler, James Kaczor, Susan Ammanniti, and David Stubblebine.
Kelly Poths asked for permission to take the Senior Class Trip to Seven Springs Resort on March 11-13, 2009.

APPROVED:

Financial Statements for December 2008
Appropriation revisions
Approve the annual membership and annual briefcase subscription for 2009 in the amount of $2,684.
Approve the participation in the OSBA Legal Assistance Fund for 2009 in the amount of $250.
Approve the service and monitoring agreement with Safe Harbor Security from February 1, 2009 to January 31, 2010 in the amount of $770.

EMPLOYMENT:

Sub. Teachers – Melanie Wilhelm, Corynne Long, David Kamm
Sub. Aides – Cindy Buchanon
Approve 8 weeks of maternity leave for Amber Whaley starting March 16, 2009
Approve a continuing contract for Brandi Goodwin effective September 2009.
Approve the resignation for the purpose of retirement for Wayne Weber effective June 30, 2009.

OTHER:

Approve the senior class trip to Seven Springs Ski Resort, March 11-13, 2009.
Approve the resolution declaring it necessary to raise annually an additional amount for school district purposes and requesting the state tax commissioner to estimate the respective rates at which it would be necessary to levy an ad valorem property tax and a school district income tax to produce that amount. ($1,184,411).

Adjournment at 8:05 P.M

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

2009-01-05T19:55:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

APPROVED:

Steve Reer as Board President
Melodie Adelman as Board Vice President
Oath of Office was administered to the President and Vice President
Meetings of the Board set on the 4th Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Eby Room.
Establish Service Fund at $1,400
Set Board member compensation at $125 per meeting not to exceed 15 meetings per year, and authorize the treasurer to pay members semi-annually.
Authorize the Treasurer to request and obtain advances on tax settlements from County Auditor during calendar year 2009 as deemed necessary.
Authorize the Treasurer to pay bills, payroll, and other obligations within the appropriation resolution, according to board policy. A monthly report of allpayouts will be provided to the Board.
Authorize the Treasurer to transfer and advance funds as needed.
Authorize the Treasurer to invest active/inactive and/or interim funds as cash flow permits at the most productive rate of interest at designated depositories and Star Ohio according to Board Policy.
Authorize the Superintendent to interview, select and place on duty such personnel in established positions as may be required for the effective operation of the total educational program pursuant to Board Policies. When it becomes necessary to place personnel on duty prior to Board action, the Superintendent may do so contingent upon Board approval. Individuals so appointed may be compensated for their services and receive benefits during the interim period of time. Any newly created position (s) will be by Board approval pursuant to Board policy.
Authorize the Superintendent to act as the Purchasing Agent for the school district for the day to day operations pursuant to Board Policy.
Authorize the Superintendent and Treasurer to participate in the following State and Federal Programs such as title VIB, Title I, Title IIA, Title IID, Title V, etc. and others including Special Education grants.

APPOINTMENTS:

Sandra Lonz – OSBA Legislative Liaison for 2009
Mike Helmstetter – Student Achievement Liaison for 2009

The following supplemental non-paid administrative appointments for 2009:

Jeremy Loose – Asbestos Coordinator/Designated person
Jim Kaczor – Drug Free School Coordinator
David Stubblebine – Title IX Sexual Harassment Officer
William Butler – 504 Coordinator/District Records Commission Officer
Elise Gray – Prevailing Wage Compliance Officer/District Records Commission Officer
Terry Reed – ADA/OSHA Compliance Officer

Adjournment at 7:55 pm.

REGULAR MEETING

2008-12-22T19:54:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

APPROVED:

Financial Statements for November 2008
Appropriation modifications
Accept the snow removal proposal from Schafer’s Snowplowing. (Cost of $65 per hour-parking lot, bus garage and cafeteria).
Approve the lease purchase of Advanced Adphibian multi surface floor machine. (Cost of $11,300; 5 year lease at $264.88 per month)

EMPLOYMENT:

Sub. Teachers – John Henkle & James Miller
Accept the resignation of Kevin Schreiner as Assistant Track Coach
Approve Kevin Schreiner as Head Track Coach. (Step 0)
Accept the resignation of Jenny Lonz Meagrow as Assistant Drama Director.

OTHER:

Set the Budget Hearing for January 5, 2009 at 7:15 pm
Set the Organizational Meeting for January 5, 2009 at 7:30 pm
Appoint Robin Reed President Pro-Tem for the organizational meeting.
Approve the French Club trip to France and Spain June 2010.

Adjournment 7:54 PM

REGULAR MEETING

2008-11-24T19:59:00.000-08:00

PRESENT WERE: Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

APPROVED:

Financial Statements for October 2008
Following transfers: $120.18 from General to Gifted Supplemental Grant; $3,000 from FY07 Idea B to FY08 Idea B; $30.83 from FY08 Title IID to FY09 Title IId; $500.00 from FY08 Title IIa to FY09 Title IIa; $210.00 from FY08 Drug Free to FY09 Drug Free; $261.65 from FY08 Gifted Supplemental to FY09 Gifted Supplemental
Agreement with Huron County General Health Dist. for nursing services for
FY08-09 at the rate of $36.00 per hour.
Agreement with Senior Enrichment Services for transportation of students to Townsend School at the rate of $1.90 per mile.
Purchase of property located at 95 West Street, Monroeville for $44,000 from Fannie Mae.
Agreement with Skip Stone for painting at a cost of $5,200.
Updated policies
Payment of the following expenses of the Athletic Dept by the Board for 08-09 not to exceed $5000 to avoid a deficit balance in the Athletic Fund: Security, field maintenance for football, baseball, softball and baseball/softball officials.
Payment to Scheid Electric for electrical upgrades in the High School $9,692.16.
Payment to Scheid Electric for electrical upgrades in the Elementary Schools $21,871.59.
Payment to Scheid Electric for generator hook-up $13,296.45
Barb Smith appointment to the Monroeville Public Library Board of Trustees for 7 years beginning January 1, 2009.

EMPLOYMENT:

Teacher Subs: Renel Craig, Lori Wilken, Victoria Scheich, Krista Snyder
Aide: Connie Mundy
Coaches: Carrie Bellamy, Assistant Girls’ Basketball, Step 0; Robyn Rogers, Assistant Track coach, Step 0
Paul Hiszem – Psychologist as needed, $36.68 per hour;
Mike Mandeville and Jamie Charville, Saturday School Monitors

OTHER:

Accept donation of Rhythm Insturments from Sheila Trayte valued at $600.

DISCUSSION:

Police at Basketball Games
Purchase of glass for new trophy case.

Adjournment at 7:59 PM

REGULAR MEETING

2008-10-27T19:56:00.000-07:00

Present were Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

Approved:

Minutes for September 22 regular, Oct. 6 special, Oct. 8 special, Oct. 11 special and Oct. 14 special meetings.
Financial Statements for September, 2008
Five-Year Forecast for FY09

Employment:

Drew Karnehm, Tutor
Teresa Miller, Study Table Monitor
Zac Reer, Saturday School Monitor
Substitute Teachers – Marcus Johnson, Eric Rogers, Katharine Rathbun, Mary Lonz, Heath Hamilton, Lanay Smith, Amy Crase.
Substitute Aides – Lanay Smith, Amy Crase.
Volunteers – Nancy Brown, Guidance Office, Eric King, Basketball Volunteer

Business:

Accepted donations of 31 instruments to the Band
Accepted donation of $100 to the Band
Agreement with Suburban Process Piping for boiler maintenance - $3,229
Memorandum of Understanding with Monroeville Teacher Assoc. to clarify Maternity/Paternity Leave.
Approve 5^th & 6^th grade boys and girls basketball games/practices be held on Sundays from Nov. – March.
Payment of $.40 per mile to Angela Keaton to transport child to Townsend School.
Approval of updated cell phone policy.
Accept quote from DStack & Company LLC to furnish material and labor to replace floor in High School Auditorium/Gym at a cost of $24,367.
Approved six weeks parental leave for Jeremy Loose
Approved Band/Choir, Cheerleader and FFA trips.

Meeting adjourned at 7:56 pm.

REGULAR MEETING

2008-09-22T20:40:00.000-07:00

Present were Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

Christine Turner and David Luddington requested permission for a band/choir trip to Chicago, April 30-May 2, 2009

Caroline Schnetzer requested permission for a cheerleader trip to Orlando, Fla., Dec. 4-7, 2008

Wayne Weber requested permission for the FFA trip to National Convention, Indianapolis, IN, Oct. 21, - 25, 2008.

Meetings set for Oct. 6 & 7, 2008 to interview treasurer applicants.

Approved:

Financial Statements for August, 2008
Final FY09 Appropriations
Change funds for Athletic Dept., Cafeteria and Elementary Office.
Transfer $401.88 from Class of 2008 to Yearbook to close account.
Membership in WGTE Educational Research Center
Memo of Understanding with MTA – Severance Policy and Permanent Substitutes
Appointment of Great American Plan Administrators to manage 403b requirements
Agreement with DCFS USA LLC – Master Installment Purchase Agreement (Bus Lease)

Employment:

Paul DeMarco – salary schedule change – MA to MA+30
Kris Burt – Enhanced Music at St. Joe
Elaine Stieber – Bus Aide
Mike Mandeville – Jr. High Team Leader
Molly Porter – Freshman Class Advisor
Elaine Shaver – Flag Corp Advisor
Volunteers – Jeff Stieber, Glen Opper, Chris Gies, John Smith, Kurt Leber, Jan Perkins, Tammy Heilman
Substitute Teachers – Erin Sweeting, Tina Rhine, Michael Kluge, Bradley Smith, Lindsay Blair, Marilyn Felker, Kristen Giles, Roger Blair, Jennifer Gassman, Steve Deuschle, Cara Lydy, Sarah Gomez, Barbara Cappon, Brett Smith, Rochelle McGue, Dawn Oney, Jean Ringenberg.
Substitute Aides – Tina Rhine, Bret Smith, Dawn Oney, Patricia Hauler, Jennifer Schlacter

Re-appointment of Mike Adelman to Monroeville Park Board Appointment of Abe Helmstetter to the Monroeville Park Board

Approved six weeks parental leave for Jeremy Loose Approved Band/Choir, Cheerleader and FFA trips.

Meeting adjourned at 8:40 pm.

REGULAR MEETING

2008-08-22T19:30:00.000-07:00

Present were Melodie Adelman, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

Veteran Richard Leber was presented his High School Diploma by his daughter Melodie Adelman.

Mrs. Jamie Charville presented her request for approval of the 8^th grade trip to Washington DC in March, 2009.

Bob and Holly Kurtyzc were present to inquire the status of the bond issue. If the Board decides to pursue the issue again, the Kurtyzc want to help with the campaign.

The Board adjourned to executive session for approx. 20 minutes to discuss a personnel matter.

Board approved the following:

Minutes for the July 28, 2008 meeting
Financial reports for July 2008
Policy limiting fundraising at athletic events to Athletic Boosters and Music Boosters unless an exception is granted by the Superintendent’s Executive Committee.
Changed the Job Description for the Transportation Coordinator and the hourly rate to $17.35.
8^th Grade trip to Washington DC, March 19-21, 2009.
Purchase radios for maintenance dept and buses at a cost of $8,007

Employment Approval:

Increase hours of Susan Lohmann, Bus Driver
Substitute Teachers and Teacher Aides
Leonard DeCarmine, Bus Driver, Step 0
Erin Reigal, Asst. Volleyball Coach, Step 0, 5%
Step change for Amber Whaley from step 3 to step 4 on the salary schedule.
Column change for Scott Bauer from BA to MA on the salary schedule.
Hired Zac Reer as District Computer Repair & Maintenance at a rate of $14.50/hour not to exceed $23,780 per year.

Discussion:

Meeting adjourned at 8:25 pm.

REGULAR MEETING

2008-05-27T19:30:00.000-07:00

Present were Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

David & JoAnne Cherry were honored on their retirement.

Model UN students gave a report on their activities this year.

OLD BUSINESS – Discussion of re-establishing Board committees.

NEW BUSINESS: Following items approved

Minutes for April 28, 2008 and May 13, 2008 meetings
Financial reports for April
Updated 5 year forecast
Appropriation revisions
Agreement with Mercy Hospital for Occupational Therapy Services
Agreement with Fisher Titus Hospital for Trainer Services
Agreement with Fisher Titus Hospital for Physical Therapy Services
Membership in the Ohio High School Athletic Association
Installation of windows in the High School and Elementary School not to exceed $24,900
Quote from Mike Hohler for updating of locker rooms at a cost of $12,730
Changes to Elementary Handbook
Job description for District Computer Coordinator
Job description for Elementary Guidance Counselor

PERSONNEL ITEMS APPROVED:

Resignation of David Stubblebine as High School Principal and Technology Coord.
Resignation of Elisha Stuck – Teacher, Sr. Class Advisor, Key Club Advisor
Resignation of Ben Paul – Asst. Senior Class Advisor
Resignation of Kim Gochenour, Band Director, class advisor and drama director
Resignation of Bernie Yoder – Track Coach
Employ Sherrie Karnehm as Asst. Cheerleader Advisor
Employ Pam Reddix afternoon crossing guard
Employ Howard Graffice substitute crossing guard
Employ summer custodial help up to 20 hrs. per week for Glennie Hatfield, Penny Sparks, Linda Laux, Billie Salyers
Employ William Miller Custodian/Maintenance
Employ Maureen Dreschel as Lead Mentor
Employ Jamie Charville as Mentor
Maternity leave of absence for Killi Brumbaugh beginning August 22, 2008 through Oct. 6 2008
Approve Administrator Salary Schedule
Approve 2008 graduates contingent upon final verification by the High School Principal that all student have met the requirements of the Monroeville Local School Board and the Department of Education

REGULAR MEETING

2008-04-28T22:01:00.000-07:00

Present were Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

Mr. Butler, Elementary Principal reported to the Board that there would be an assembly to honor Morgan Rarick for her regional and state handwriting awards.

Mrs. Ana Reed, Spanish teacher requested permission for a trip to Mexico in 2009.

Board approved the following:

Financial reports for March 2008
Minutes of the March 31, 2008 regular meeting.
Accepted the bids for two (2) 78 passenger buses
Accepted the low bid from Myers Equipment Corp. for Lease Purchase of 2 buses.
Changes for the 2008-09 HS handbook
Contract with Huron County General Health District for services in 2008-09 at St. Joseph School.
Contract with Erie-Huron-Ottawa ESC for services in 2008-09.
Addition of “Withdrawal from Class policy to the HS handbook for 2008-09."
Update of policy 5460.01 “Physical Education Requirement.”
Approved Spanish Club trip to Mexico in 2009

Employment:

Contract renewals for certified, non-certified staff and supplemental staff
Substitute Teacher Eric Rogers
Pam Smith – Grounds Maintenance
Jaclyn Zieber – Intervention Specialist
Resignation of Carol Girton, Superintendent
Maternity leave for Kari Pisano – August & September

Discussion:

Auditorium (replacement of sound system and addition of wall pads).
Job description for an Elementary Guidance Counselor.
May meeting changed to May 27, 2008 due to holiday.
Executive session held to discuss personnel matters.
Board is searching for a Superintendent. Applications to Treasurer by May 13, 2008.
Meeting adjourned at 10:01 pm.

REGULAR MEETING

2008-03-31T12:00:00.000-07:00

Present were Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Steve Reer

Mrs. Elise Horn presented the Board information on Cyber Fund Raising as a possible way to raise funds for the district needs.

Discussion under Old Business was as follows:

Uniform discussion is still going on.
Monroeville Hall of Fame Committee has elected officers and their next meeting is May 5.
Board members were asked to submit their names for the round table discussions.
Mrs. Lonz brought up the possibility of an Endowment Fund. Mr. Stubblebine volunteered to look into it.

Board approved the following:

Financial reports for February 2008
Minutes of Feb. 19 work session and February 25 regular meeting.
Resolution accepting the rates and amounts as set by the Huron County Budget Commission
Student accident & sickness insurance for 2008-09 which is voluntary and paid by parents.
Agreement with Lorain Co. Educational Service Center for speech, language, parent mentor and auditory services.

Board adjourned to executive session for the purpose employment and promotion at 8:15 pm.

Upon return to open session at 8:55 pm the following were approved:

Employment of Lidsay Blair; Roger Blair; Nicole Tallman & Gabe Sanders as Substitute Teachers.
Kevin Schreiner Track Coach
Wes Brewer, volunteer baseball coach; Ralph Ritzenthaler, volunteer softball coach; Kristin Giles, volunteer track coach.
Continuing contracts for Randy Hord and Melissa Allen.
Molly Porter, District Special Education Coord./Work Study Coord./Jr./Sr. High School Dean of Students. for 2008-09
Allow T.L. who has moved to Western Reserve district to remain in Monroeville for the remainder of the school year.
Sunday volleyball practice to be held on April 6, 2008
Sunday use of the school for a benefit for retired teacher George Landon.

Meeting was adjourned at 9:06 PM.

REGULAR MEETING

2008-01-28T13:13:00.000-08:00

Present were Melodie Adelman, Mike Helmstetter, Sandra Lonz, Robin Reed, Steve Reer

January is designated as Board Member Appreciation Month. Each member received a certificate of appreciation for the time and dedication given to Monroeville Schools. They were also presented a proclamation from the Huron County Commissioners.

Mr. Henry Lasch, a Vietnam Veteran was awarded a High School Diploma by the High School Principal and the President of the Board of Education.

The Sr. Class Ski Trip will be March 5,6,7, 2008 to Seven Springs PA. Mr. Ben Paul presented the information on the trip to the Board for their approval.

Mrs. Donna Elmlinger and Mrs. Connie Hanke presented the TAV report from the High Schools That Work evaluation.

Discussion under Old Business was as follows:

Clarification of Board Member compensation.
Hall of Fame
Round Table discussion for community input on finances.
Meeting with Village Council on Feb. 19, 2008.

Board approved the following:

Financial reports for December 2007
Minutes of January 8, 2008 organizational meeting.
Appropriation revisions
Resolution to give interest to the Permanent Improvement Fund from Star Ohio account each month.
Service agreement with Safe Harbor Security for monitoring services.
Accepted $5,000 Fisher Titus Grant
Cover for the generator in the amount of $8.000
Tax abatement funds received to be deposited into the Permanent Improvement Fund.
Accepted donation of $500 from Huron River Joint Fire District toward generator proj.
Accepted donation of $59,594.37 to establish Norman Carl Scheid Scholarship.
Accepted anonymous donation of $150 toward the scholarship fund.
Committee to be formed for Auditorium renovations.
Salary schedule column change for Connie Hanke from MA to MA+30
Dan Periat hired as Junior Varsity Baseball Coach, Step 0
Jennifer Sieger hired for home instruction.
Approve additional half-day per week for Julie Castle at St. Joseph School
Increase hours of Deb Kesner, Teacher Aide from 5.5 to 7 hrs. per day as of 1/23/08.
Approve Sr. Class Trip March 5,6,7,2008
Approve job description for District Special Education Coordinator; District Work Study Coordinator / Jr/Sr. High School Dean of Students.
Approve change in high school detention policy.
Approve Standard Rules of Conduct.
Approve Treasurer to advertise for 2 school buses for lease purchase.

Board adjourned to executive session for the purpose employment and promotion.

Meeting was adjourned at 10:50 PM.

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING NOTES

2008-01-08T06:00:00.001-08:00

Present were Board Members Mrs. Adelman, Mr. Helmstetter, Mrs. Lonz, Mrs. Reed, Mr. Reer, Supt. Mrs. Girton and Treas. Mrs. Ammanniti.

A hearing was held on the tax budget for fiscal year 2009 at 5:00 pm.

The meeting was called to order by President Pro-tem Stephen Reer at 5:15 pm.

Mrs. Adelman and Mrs. Reed were given the oath of office, having been re-elected to office.

Mrs. Sandra Lonz was nominated and elected as President of the Board.

Mr. Stephen Reer was nominated and elected as Vice-President of the Board.

Both were given the oath of office for those positions.

Meetings were set for the 4th Monday of each month at 7:30 pm.

Salary for the Treasurer was set at $49,650 for 2008.

The following annual resolutions were approved:

Board Service Fund set at $1,400
Set Board member compensation at $125 per meeting not to exceed 15 meetings per year, and authorize the Treasurer to pay Board members semi-annually.
Authorize the Treasurer to obtain advances on tax settlements form the County Auditor
Authorize the Treasurer to pay bills, payroll and other obligations within the
Appropriation Resolution, a monthly report of all payouts provided to the Board.
Authorize the Treasurer to transfer and advance funds from the General fund to State and/or Federal Funds.
Authorize the Treasurer to invest active and inactive funds as cash flow permits according to Board policy.
Authorize the Superintendent to interview, select and place on duty such personnel in established positions as may be required for the effective operation of the total educational program pursuant to Board Policies. When necessary personnel may be placed on duty and paid for their services and receive benefits prior to Board action, contingent upon Board approval.
The Board authorizes the Superintendent to act as the Purchasing Agent for the district for the day to day operations pursuant to Board policies.
Authorize the Superintendent and Treasurer to participate in State and Federal programs and grants.

Sandra Lonz was appointed OSBA Legislative Liaison for 2008

Robin Reed was appointed Student Achievement Liaison for 2008

The following non-paid administrative appointments for 2008 were approved:

Asbestos Coordinator/Designated person – Jeremy Loose
Drug Free School Coordinator – David Stubblebine
Title IX Sexual Harassments Officer – Carol Girton
504 Coordinator – William Butler
Prevailing Wage Compliance Officer and District Records Commission Officer – Susan Ammanniti
ADA/OSHA Compliance Officer – Terry Reed

Approved the 2009 Tax Budget

Approved the December 20, 2007 regular meeting minutes

Approved resignation of Gerry Lohmann as Key Club Advisor effective 12/30/07

Approved the resignation of Sandy Mask, Special Needs Coordinator as of April 30, 2008.

Approve move from BA column on the salary schedule to MA.

Approve Elisha Stuck as Key Club Advisor, Step 0

After a light meal, the Board discussed goals for 2008.