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TROY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

TROY , PENNSYLVANIA

 

February 17, 2004

 

The regular monthly meeting of the Troy Area School District Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School library by President Morgan. The following members were in attendance:

 

Mr. Balmer       Mrs. Fox       Mr. Morgan   

Mr. Curren       Mrs. May       Mrs. Morse

Mr. Debach     Mrs. McKerrow     Mr. Olsyn

Also in attendance were: Mr. Grantier, Superintendent; Mrs. Decker, Business Administrator; Mrs. Bixby, Food Service Director; Mr. Wood, Elementary Principal; Mr. Strzelecki, High School Principal; Mr. Havens, Assistant Middle School Principal; Mr. Blair, Maintenance Supervisor; as well as, district citizens and staff.

President Morgan announced the directors held two Executive Sessions on Tuesday, February 10, 2004 for the purpose of contract and personnel issues.

  

Minutes    A motion was made by Mr. Debach second by Mrs. Morse to approve the minutes of the January 20, 2004 regular meeting as presented. On a voice call there were 9 yes votes.   

Bills    A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the 2003/04 General Fund and Federal Program bills, as well as, Construction Fund bills for payment as presented. Mr. Morgan stated that a mileage request had been submitted on his behalf for attendance at a conference in Hershey, represented by Item # 95. He requested the minutes to reflect that he will be making a donation to the Troy Area School District Foundation. The roll call vote was as follows:

     

Mrs. May - Yes     Mr. Balmer - Yes

Mrs. McKerrow - Yes     Mr. Curren - Yes

Mr. Morgan - Yes     Mr. Debach - Yes

Mrs. Morse - Yes     Mrs. Fox - Yes

Mr. Olsyn - Yes

Treasurer's Report      A motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse to approve the treasurer's report for the month of January, 2004. On a voice call there were 9 yes votes.

Federal Programs Report    Mr. Wood shared with the directors that he and several staff members attended a meeting at BLaST IU #17 regarding Title 1, Parental Involvement.

NTCC Report/IU Report    A discussion was held regarding the recent bid pricing for sale of timber at the Northern Tier Career.

Committee Reports    The committee reports had been reviewed at the work session. The following information was added during the board meeting:

Alparon Park :   Mrs. Morse made a motion, second by Mr. Debach, to accept an addendum to the Alparon Park Lease for the 2003/2004 School Year to incorporate an additional lease fee of $ 1,250 to be applied towards part time management services, contingent on receipt of audited financial reports for Alparon Park. Mrs. Decker confirmed the financial reports had been received from Allen, Rogers and Osgood for the 2001 and 2002 years. Mr. Morgan stated he felt the park was heading in the right direction by employing a park manager. The roll call vote was as follows:

Mrs. McKerrow - Yes     Mr. Curren - Yes

Mr. Morgan - Yes     Mr. Debach - Yes

Mrs. Morse - Yes     Mrs. Fox - Yes

Mr. Olsyn - Yes     Mrs. May - Yes

Mr. Balmer - Yes

Buildings and Grounds:   Mr. Curren made a motion, second by Mr. Debach to engage services of Professional School Services Associates, with Senior Partners Dr. Joseph Bonita and B. Allan Schoonover. The proposal approved includes completion of a space and educational analysis, enrollment projections, assistance with a Request for Proposal for architectural firm and completion of a feasibility study for the Senior High School. The total costs of these services are not to exceed $ 16,500. The roll call vote was as follows:

Mr. Morgan - Yes     Mr. Debach - Yes

Mrs. Morgan - Yes     Mrs. Fox - Yes

Mr. Olsyn - Yes     Mrs. May - Yes

Mr. Balmer - Yes     Mrs. McKerrow - Yes

Mr. Curren - Yes

Curriculum:   Mr. Morgan requested that additional information be presented to the directors at the March 9, 2004 , work session regarding weighted grading at the Senior High School.

PlanCon, Part H Mosherville Elementary:    On a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors approved to enter PlanCon, Part H, Project Financing, for the Mosherville Elementary School alterations, into the official minute book. On a voice call, there were 9 yes votes.

2004-2005 School Calendar:    On a motion made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, the directors approved the 2004-2005 school year calendar. The calendar includes all parent/teacher conference dates, in-service and professional development days, report card dates, and early dismissals. On a voice call there were 9 yes votes.

2003/04 District Approved Driver and Substitute Listing    Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, a motion was made by Mr. Debach, second by Mrs. Morse, to remove Jesse Kerlin and Russell Tice from the 2003/04 approved driver listing, and to add the following to the 2003/04 District substitute listing. All required paperwork, including Act 34 and 151 clearances, is on file in the Administration Office. On a voice call, there were 9 yes votes.

Brenda Copp       Jody Detrick

Joy Laue       Fred vonWolffradt

Administrative Report    Mr. Grantier thanked the directors for the taking the first step in the odyssey to begin renovations at the Senior High School. He stated this is an important endeavor for the district, students and community. The planning process is a very important step in determining the needs of the district and will be completed systematically. The district will be looking to complete renovations at the Senior High School with concerns of the financial impact upon the community and trying to be fiscally responsible while trying to meet the district's needs. He stated that without community support, this project cannot be successful.

Mr. Olsyn inquired if the services provided by P.S.S.A. would include public forums. Mr. Grantier responded by stating P.S.S.A. will be assisting in public forums and also an Act 38 Hearing is required as Part A of PlanCon.

Adjournment    On a motion made by Mrs. Morse, second by Mr. Debach, the Board of Directors adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

Laura Decker

Secretary to the Board