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Meeting Agenda
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A. CALL TO ORDER
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B. FLAG SALUTE
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C. WELCOME
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D. ROLL CALL
Davis___ Giovannetti____ Hance___ Martin___ Moustakas___ Muller___ Walker___ |
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E. CORRESPONDENCE
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E.1. Email from Ms. Tessieri
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F. EXECUTIVE SESSION
WHEREAS the “Open Public Meetings Act” (Chapter 231 Laws of 1975) authorizes a public body to exclude the public from that portion of a meeting at which specified topics are to be discussed under circumstances where the public consideration of such topics will clearly endanger the public or where the personal privacy or guaranteed rights of individuals whose activities or affairs are to be discussed would clearly in danger of unwarranted invasion; be it RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Township of Holland now adjourns its public session to reconvene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following: __Confidential Matters by Law or Court Order __Purchase Property __Personnel Matters __Invasion of Individual Privacy Employee or Student __Investigation into Violations of Law __Suspension, Civil Penalty or Loss of a License or Permit __Disclosure would Impair District’s Right to Receive Funding __School/Public Security __Collective Bargaining __Pending, Ongoing or Anticipated Litigation And be it further RESOLVED that the matters discussed in Executive Session will be made public when confidentiality is no longer required. |
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F.1. Motion to Enter Executive Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board of Education enter Executive Session at ______ to discuss _________. |
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F.2. Motion to Enter Public Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board return to Open Session at __________. |
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G. CONSENT AGENDA
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education approve the consent agenda as follows: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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G.1. Approval of Minutes
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the Board approve the following minutes: March 14, 2023 Work Session Meeting Minutes March 14, 2023 Work Session Executive Session Meeting Minutes (2) March 21, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes |
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G.2. Bill List
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approves the following Bill Lists: March 31, 2023 check number NO3031 in the amount of $331,073.47 April 25, 2023 check numbers NO406 thru NO4028 in the amount of $1,231,321.01 |
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G.3. Finance Available
1) Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the transfers for the month ending Feb, 28, 2023 as submitted by the Superintendent, as authorized by N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8.1. 2) To accept the Holland Township Board of Education's certification, the Superintendent, Stephanie Snyder, recommends that the Board of Education accept the monthly financial reports of the Board Secretary and the Treasurer of School Moneys for the months ending Feb. 28, 2023 and she recommends in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(3) that the Board of Education certify that no major account or fund has been overexpended and that as of this report sufficient funds are available to meet the District's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. 3) Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the Board accept the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary's, John Trent, certification as required by N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(d), that no line item account has been over expended as of Feb. 28, 2023 and that as of this date sufficient funds are available to meet the District's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year |
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G.4. Travel and Related Expenses Reimbursement
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve work-related and related expenses reimbursement for the following staff members that is directly related to and within the scope of their current work responsibilities, promotes the delivery of instruction, and is critical to he instructional needs of the School District or furthers the efficient operation of the School District, and is educationally necessary and fiscally prudent.
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G.5. Approve Staff Summaries of Approved Conferences/Workshops
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the staff summary sheets for BOE approved workshops. |
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H. BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT
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I. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
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J. PRINCIPAL REPORT
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K. COMMENTS: PUBLIC - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Please approach the podium, state your name, and address your comments to the board president. Because this is a meeting at which the board needs to conduct its business, each member of the public will be limited to three minutes. And please refrain from abusive, obscene, or defamatory remarks; we expect that everyone will hold themselves to the highest level of professional courtesy and personal respect, given our shared interests and goals. Please remember that the board has an obligation to protect the privacy of district employees and students. |
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L. EDUCATION
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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L.1. Accept Superintendent's Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying Report
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the Superintendent's Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying report for March 10, 2023 - April 5, 2023 and affirms the actions of the administration. (3 investigations, 1 found to be HIB). (School Year 2022-2023 14 total investigations, 7 found to be HIB) |
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L.2. Approve School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill Statement
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the following statement for the School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill as per 6A:27-11.2; WHEREAS, on Thursday, April 20, 2023 the Holland Township School will perform a school bus emergency evacuation drill for all bus routes. The drill will be held at approximately 2:15 pm for both the elementary school students and the middle school students in the front of the school in the bus unloading area. |
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L.3. Approve Woman's Club Donation
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the Woman's Club Donation in the amount of $100 to be applied towards Tournament of Champion T-Shirts. The Board recognizes and thanks the Woman's Club for their continued and generous support of our school district. |
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M. PERSONNEL
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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M.1. Approve Substitutes
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following substitutes for the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years:
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M.2. Approve Tenure
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves to grant tenure to staff as per the attached listing. |
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M.3. Approve Staff for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves to rehire teachers, support staff, non tenured staff and non-association staff for the 2023-2024 school year as per the listing. |
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M.4. Approve Organizational Chart for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the Organizational chart for the 2023-2024 school year |
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M.5. Approve Substitute List
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves substitutes for the 2023/2024 school year |
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M.6. Approve Non-Association Employees Contract for 2023-2024
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following Non-Association Employees contracts (3.20% salary increases) for the 2023-2024 school year:
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M.7. Annual Appointment of Officers/Appointments - Reappointment
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education appoints the following officials, for the period July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024:
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M.8. Approve Media Specialist Teacher Shared Services Contract with Bloomsbury Board of Education
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves Shared Services contract for Media Specialist Teacher with Bloomsbury Board of Education for the 2023-2024 School Year. FURTHER RESOLVED The Annual contract amount is $857.33, .01 FTE $85,733 |
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M.9. Approve Technology Support Job Description
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Technology Support Job Description. |
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M.10. Approve Non-Association Employee Contract for 2023-2024
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following Non-Association Employees contract for the 2023-2024 school year:
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M.11. Approve Change in Hours/Contract
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the change in hours for Employee 1854 from part time at 23 hours/week (FTE 0.63) Occupational Therapist to 28 hours/week (FTE.78) for the 2023/2024 school year (Employee 1854 now qualifies for health benefits) FURTHER RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the adjusted contract for:
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M.12. Accept Resignation
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts with regret the resignation of Employee #2101 effective June 30, 2023. |
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M.13. Approve Unpaid FMLA Leave
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Employee 2101 request for unpaid FMLA leave beginning on or about May 1, 2023 not to exceed 12 weeks on an intermittent basis (pending physician's certification). |
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M.14. Approve Student Shadowing
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Grace Burkhardt as a student shadow from Kean University for approximately 2 days in the month of May 2023. Ms. Burkhardt will spend her time with Mrs. Stow. |
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N. POLICY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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N.1. Approve First Reading of Policies and Regulations
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the first reading of the following Policies and Regulations:
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N.2. Adoption of Annual Rules, Policies and By-Laws
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves all rules, policies and by-laws of the Holland Township School District presently in effect are hereby adopted for the 2023-2024 school year. |
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N.3. Approve Policy
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the bypass of two readings and approves the following Policy:
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O. FINANCE AND FACILITIES
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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O.1. Designation of Depositor of School Funds
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board designate the following bank as the official depository for the Board of Education: Investors/Citizens Savings Bank Accounts General Fund President Vice President Board Secretary Treasurer (3 required) Payroll Board Secretary Treasurer(1 required) Payroll Agency Board Secretary Treasurer(1 required) Cafeteria Board Secretary Treasurer (2 required) Student Activities Superintendent of School Board Secretary Principal (2 required) SUI Board Secretary Treasurer (1 required) Reserve Accounts (Capital, Maint., Emergency) President Vice President Board Secretary Treasurer(3 required) FSA Board Secretary Treasurer (1 required) |
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O.2. Investment Authorization
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board authorize the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to invest funds, not immediately needed, in any authorized bank in the State of New Jersey, as per Board policy. |
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O.3. Implementation of the Budget
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board empower the Superintendent of Schools and the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to implement the Budget pursuant to policies and regulations of the State Board and Local Board, upon final adoption. |
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O.4. Insurance Agents of Record
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education appoints Brown and Brown Insurance Agency, as Insurance Agent of Record, for the 2023-2024 school year; and, FURTHER NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education does hereby appoint Bob Gemmell as its Risk Management Consultant in accordance with the SAIF Fund's Bylaws. RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education appoints Brown & Brown Benefit Advisors as Agent of Record for employee benefits, for the 2023-2024 school year; FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board Secretary has permission to review other brokers for possible savings |
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O.5. Professional Services
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve professional services provided by the following for the 2023-24 school year: Pursuant to 18A:18A.5, the Board of Education of the Township of Holland in the County of Hunterdon and the State of New Jersey awarded the following contracts for licensed professionals for the 2023-24 school year as listed below. These contracts are awarded without competitive bidding as a "professional service" under the provisions of the Public Procurement Law. The contract itself is available for public inspection at the Office of the Board Secretary, located at 714 Milford Warren Glenn Road County Road, Milford, New Jersey, between the hours of 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Architect of Record Parette Somjen Architects LLC (PSA) Principal Rate: $178.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500Total Auditing Suplee, Clooney & Company $21,500 Boiler Services Metz Inc. $106.00 per hour Not to exceed $17, 500 Total MPA, Inc. $110.00 per hour Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Bond Counsel Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer Corp. Electrical MT. Salem Electric $105.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total FIxed Assest Company Acclaim Inventory, LLC $2200.00 Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Health Insurance Consultants Brown & Brown Benefit Advisors. Inc. not to exceed $2,000 per month HVAC Metz Inc. $106.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total MPA Inc. $110.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Legal Services Hatfield Schwartz LLC Partners $165 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Comegno Law Group P.C. $185 per hour Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Medical Hunterdon ESC : $425.00 per evaluation Mountain Lakes Teacher of the Deaf Service Commission for the Blind Services Official Newspapers Hunterdon County Democrat The Express Times The Star Ledger Payroll Services R & L Data Centers, Inc. $538 per payroll Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Pest Managment Services Rentokil North America, Inc. (Ehrlich) $60.00 per month Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Plumbing Robert Griggs Plumbing and Heating LLC $99.50 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Richard E. Yard Plumbing and Heating Inc. $120.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Refuse/Recycling Services LMR Disposal $783.05 per month. Not to exceed $17, 500 Total School Physician Hunterdon Family Medicine at Delaware Valley Physician: $400.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Administrative annual service fee for health services: $3000.00 School OT/PT for Katzenbach Student Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center $118 per hour Not to exceed $17, 500 Total School Psychiatrists Dr. Saranga Bhalla Princeton Mental Health LLC $1000 per 1 1/2 hour evaluation. Not to exceed $17,500 Total Dr. Chen Hunterdon Behavioral Health Care $1337.00 school evaluation and report. Not to exceed $17,500 Total Dr. Theodore Petti Dr. Sheryl Novotny both Rutgers University Behavioral Health $1000 per 2 1/2 hour evaluation. Not to exceed $17,500 Total Dr. Bryan Fennelly $1,120 per evaluation. Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Dr. Altagracia Gomez-Aracena $1,5000 per evaluation. Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Dr. Padma Palvai $900 per evaluation. Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Pediatric Neuropsychology: Next Generation Neuropathology, LLC/Dr. Jennifer WestGavin/Dr. NIcolas Hope - Estimated Fee of $1,500 per evaluation Psychiatrist: Dr. Jay Kuris - Estimated Fee of $1,900 per evaluation |
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O.6. Tax Shelter Annuity Companies/Brokers
Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following Tax Shelter Annuity Programs, 403b providers and representatives for the 2022-2023 school year for the Holland Township Board of Education Employees: Pen Serve Plan Service Inc. formerly Foresters /First Investors Lincoln Financial Group AXA Equitable |
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O.7. Transfer of Funds
Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to transfer funds from the General Account for the purpose of purchasing Certificates of Deposit, Repurchase Agreements and any other instruments of investment. |
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O.8. Authorization to Implement the 2023-2024 Tuition Rates
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the Holland Township Board of Education implements the following Non-Resident Tuition Rates for 2023-2024 as follows: Special Education Programs (LEA Out of District Received) Preschool Special Education Integrated Part Time: $15,000 Preschool Special Education Integrated Full Time $21, 000 LLD Program: $18,470 MD Program: $22,272 ES Program: $22,272 ESY Program $2500 |
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O.9. Petty Cash Account
RESOLVED that a Petty Cash Account be established for the 2023-2024 year, in the amount of $300.00; and appoints the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary as custodian of the same. |
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O.10. Cooperative Pricing Agreements County Education Services Commissions
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education approves the Cooperative Pricing Agreements between the Holland Township Board of Education and the following Education Services Commissions:
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O.11. Adoption of the 2023-2024 (School Budget)
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approve the 2023-2024 Budget Resolutions: Travel, Professional Services, 2023-2024 Budget. BE IT SO RESOLVED, to approve and adopt the 2023-2024 School District Budget for submission to the Hunterdon County Department of Education as follows: General Fund Operating Budget: $12,497,320 Special Revenue Fund (Grants and Entitlements): $186,295 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, to acknowledge that the 2023-2024 School District Budget as described above results in tax levies as follows: General Fund (Tax Levy) $10,556,240 The School District has proposed programs and services in addition to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards adopted by the State Board of Education. WHEREAS, School District Policy #6371-N.J.A.C. 6:A23A-7 provides that the Board of Education shall establish in the annual budget a maximum expenditure amount that may be allotted for such travel and expenses reimbursement for the 2023-2024 school year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Holland Township Board of Education hereby established the School District travel maximum for the school year at the sum of $65,000.00 Regular business travel maximum is $1,500 per person. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the School Business Administrator shall track and record these costs to insure that the maximum amount is not exceeded. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education includes in the final budget the adjustment of $130,685 for increased costs of health benefits to flow into banked cap, none was applied to the 2023-2024 budget and will be banked for 3 years or budget cycles. |
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O.12. Approve REAP Grant Application for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approve application for: Federal Grant: Small, Rural School Achievement Program CFDA Number 84.358A (REAP) for the 2023-2024 )school year |
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O.13. Approve School Photographer Contract for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approved BNL Enterprises, Inc. as the school photographer for the 2023/2024 School Year. FURTHER RESOLVED, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 2023/2024 contract from BNL Enterprises, Inc |
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O.14. Approve School Yearbook Contract for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves Lifetouch as the yearbook provider for the 2023-2024 school year. FURTHER RESOLVED, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 2023- 2024 Lifetouch contract. |
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O.15. Approve FY22 (2023-2024) Preschool Tuition Rates
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following tuition rates for 23-24.
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O.16. Internet Consortuim Contract 2023-2026
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves a three-year service agreement for the period beginning July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026 between the Delaware Valley Regional Consortium ( Del. Valley Regional High School Board of Education shall serve as the Lead Education Authority and Host District) and Service Electric Cable TV, Inc. (Service Providers) Beth. Pa to provide 2Gbps (2000Mbps) Internet Bandwith with 1Gbps (1000Mbps) point to point transfer for Alexdandria, Holland, Kingwood Township School Districts and 100Mbps point to point transfer for Frenchtown Elementary School District and Milford Public School at a monthly cost of $3913.00. Monthly Cost per District % Monthly Cost E-rated Alexandria 13.0% $793.00 $475.80 Frenchtown 0% $279.00 $167.40 Holland 13.0% $793.00 $475.80 Kingwood 13.0% $793.00 $475.80 Milford 0% $279.00 $167.40 DVRHS 61% $976.00 $585.60 Total Monthly Cost 100% $3,913 .00 $2,347.80 |
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O.17. Approve 2023-2024 Tuition Contracts with Marie H. Katzenbach New Jersey School for the Deaf
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 23-24 tuition contracts for SID # 7875264920 to attend the Marie H. Katzenbach New Jersey School for the Deaf. 2023- 2024 school year. Tuition $87,693.00 Personal Assistant $36,000 ESY Program: Tuition $4,000.00 Personal Assistant $3,400.00 |
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O.18. Approve 23-24 Receiving LLD Tuition Contracts with Pohatcong Township School
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 23-24 receiving tuition contracts with PohatcongTownship School District. Holland Township School will provide student SID #163708115 with LLD Special Education services: Tuition $18,470.00. Special Education Aide $ TBD (GV) $44,452.96 Related services: OT/PT and or speech if required from the IEP. ESY $2500.00 Addtional ESY Students: $2500 per student: DS 2061866876 CW 6632941575 JZ 7063516625 |
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O.19. Approve 23-24 Receiving MD Tuition Contract with Milford School
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves an MD receiving a tuition contract with Milford School District School for the 2023-2024 school year. Tuition cost is $22,272 Special Education Aide TBD (EB) $44,252.96 OT/PT and or speech if required from the IEP ESY $2500.00 |
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O.20. Approve 2023-2024 Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (HCESC) Case Management Contract.
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the attached contract with HCESC to provide Case Management services to Holland Township school per terms and conditions of the attached contract. |
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O.21. Approve 2023-2024 Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (HCESC) Para-Professional Contract.
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the attached contract with HCESC to provide Paraprofessional services to Holland Township school per terms and conditions of the attached contract. |
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O.22. Approve 2023-2024 Services and Rates from Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (HCESC)
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the attached rates for services. |
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O.23. Approve 2023-2024 (Prescription and Vision Plan Rates
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education, approves the attached 23-24 Renewal of Prescription and Vision rates for the Holland Township School. (Rates stayed the same) |
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O.24. Approve 2023-2024 YMCA Contract
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the YMCA contract for the use of the Holland Township school to provide before and aftercare child services. |
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O.25. Approve Blueprint 4 Greatness Leadership Contract
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Eduction approves Blueprint 4 Greatness Leadership to provide student lead workshop sessions not to exceed $10,000.00 for the 2022/2023 school year. |
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O.26. Approve the Annual ACFR/Financial Audit
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the annual ACFR/Financial Audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022 as prepared by the firm of Suplee, Clooney & Co. and acknowledges that there was one recommendation. We are hiring a new fixed asset company for the next inventory. |
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O.27. Approve Submission and Receipt
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the submission and receipt of the Supplemental Stabilization Aid. |
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O.28. Approve Corrective Action Plan (CAP)
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approve the Corrective Action Plan (CAP) for FY22 Audit findings. |
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P. SUPPLEMENTARY MATTERS
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P.1. General
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P.2. Budget
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Q. COMMENTS: PUBLIC - GENERAL
Please approach the podium, state your name, and address your comments to the board president. Because this is a meeting at which the board needs to conduct its business, each member of the public will be limited to three minutes. And please refrain from abusive, obscene, or defamatory remarks; we expect that everyone will hold themselves to the highest level of professional courtesy and personal respect, given our shared interests and goals. Please remember that the board has an obligation to protect the privacy of district employees and students. |
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R. EXECUTIVE SESSION
WHEREAS the “Open Public Meetings Act” (Chapter 231 Laws of 1975) authorizes a public body to exclude the public from that portion of a meeting at which specified topics are to be discussed under circumstances where the public consideration of such topics will clearly endanger the public or where the personal privacy or guaranteed rights of individuals whose activities or affairs are to be discussed would clearly in danger of unwarranted invasion; be it RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Township of Holland now adjourns its public session to reconvene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following: __Confidential Matters by Law or Court Order __Purchase Property _XPersonnel Matters __Invasion of Individual Privacy Employee or Student __Investigation into Violations of Law __Suspension, Civil Penalty or Loss of a License or Permit __Disclosure would Impair District’s Right to Receive Funding __School/Public Security __Collective Bargaining __Pending, Ongoing or Anticipated Litigation And be it further RESOLVED that the matters discussed in Executive Session will be made public when confidentiality is no longer required. |
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R.1. Motion to Enter Executive Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board of Education enter Executive Session at ______ to discuss _________. |
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R.2. Motion to Enter Public Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board return to Open Session at __________. |
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S. ADJOURNMENT
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Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Board of Education adjourn the meeting at ________. |
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Welcome to a meeting of the Board of Education of the Township of Holland. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the public and media, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Chapter 231 Laws of 1975); and that advance notice as required therein has been provided. This is a regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Township of Holland at which formal action may be taken. The public will have an opportunity to be heard as indicated on the Agenda, at points in the meeting provided for the public to address the Board.
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F. EXECUTIVE SESSION
WHEREAS the “Open Public Meetings Act” (Chapter 231 Laws of 1975) authorizes a public body to exclude the public from that portion of a meeting at which specified topics are to be discussed under circumstances where the public consideration of such topics will clearly endanger the public or where the personal privacy or guaranteed rights of individuals whose activities or affairs are to be discussed would clearly in danger of unwarranted invasion; be it RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Township of Holland now adjourns its public session to reconvene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following: __Confidential Matters by Law or Court Order __Purchase Property __Personnel Matters __Invasion of Individual Privacy Employee or Student __Investigation into Violations of Law __Suspension, Civil Penalty or Loss of a License or Permit __Disclosure would Impair District’s Right to Receive Funding __School/Public Security __Collective Bargaining __Pending, Ongoing or Anticipated Litigation And be it further RESOLVED that the matters discussed in Executive Session will be made public when confidentiality is no longer required. |
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Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board of Education enter Executive Session at ______ to discuss _________. |
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Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education approve the consent agenda as follows: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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G.1. Approval of Minutes
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the Board approve the following minutes: March 14, 2023 Work Session Meeting Minutes March 14, 2023 Work Session Executive Session Meeting Minutes (2) March 21, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes |
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G.2. Bill List
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approves the following Bill Lists: March 31, 2023 check number NO3031 in the amount of $331,073.47 April 25, 2023 check numbers NO406 thru NO4028 in the amount of $1,231,321.01 |
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G.3. Finance Available
1) Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the transfers for the month ending Feb, 28, 2023 as submitted by the Superintendent, as authorized by N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8.1. 2) To accept the Holland Township Board of Education's certification, the Superintendent, Stephanie Snyder, recommends that the Board of Education accept the monthly financial reports of the Board Secretary and the Treasurer of School Moneys for the months ending Feb. 28, 2023 and she recommends in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(3) that the Board of Education certify that no major account or fund has been overexpended and that as of this report sufficient funds are available to meet the District's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. 3) Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the Board accept the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary's, John Trent, certification as required by N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(d), that no line item account has been over expended as of Feb. 28, 2023 and that as of this date sufficient funds are available to meet the District's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year |
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G.4. Travel and Related Expenses Reimbursement
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve work-related and related expenses reimbursement for the following staff members that is directly related to and within the scope of their current work responsibilities, promotes the delivery of instruction, and is critical to he instructional needs of the School District or furthers the efficient operation of the School District, and is educationally necessary and fiscally prudent.
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G.5. Approve Staff Summaries of Approved Conferences/Workshops
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the staff summary sheets for BOE approved workshops. |
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H. BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT
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I. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
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J. PRINCIPAL REPORT
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K. COMMENTS: PUBLIC - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Please approach the podium, state your name, and address your comments to the board president. Because this is a meeting at which the board needs to conduct its business, each member of the public will be limited to three minutes. And please refrain from abusive, obscene, or defamatory remarks; we expect that everyone will hold themselves to the highest level of professional courtesy and personal respect, given our shared interests and goals. Please remember that the board has an obligation to protect the privacy of district employees and students. |
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L. EDUCATION
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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L.1. Accept Superintendent's Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying Report
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the Superintendent's Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying report for March 10, 2023 - April 5, 2023 and affirms the actions of the administration. (3 investigations, 1 found to be HIB). (School Year 2022-2023 14 total investigations, 7 found to be HIB) |
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L.2. Approve School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill Statement
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the following statement for the School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill as per 6A:27-11.2; WHEREAS, on Thursday, April 20, 2023 the Holland Township School will perform a school bus emergency evacuation drill for all bus routes. The drill will be held at approximately 2:15 pm for both the elementary school students and the middle school students in the front of the school in the bus unloading area. |
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L.3. Approve Woman's Club Donation
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the Woman's Club Donation in the amount of $100 to be applied towards Tournament of Champion T-Shirts. The Board recognizes and thanks the Woman's Club for their continued and generous support of our school district. |
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M. PERSONNEL
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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M.1. Approve Substitutes
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following substitutes for the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years:
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M.2. Approve Tenure
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves to grant tenure to staff as per the attached listing. |
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M.3. Approve Staff for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves to rehire teachers, support staff, non tenured staff and non-association staff for the 2023-2024 school year as per the listing. |
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M.4. Approve Organizational Chart for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the Organizational chart for the 2023-2024 school year |
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M.5. Approve Substitute List
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves substitutes for the 2023/2024 school year |
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M.6. Approve Non-Association Employees Contract for 2023-2024
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following Non-Association Employees contracts (3.20% salary increases) for the 2023-2024 school year:
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M.7. Annual Appointment of Officers/Appointments - Reappointment
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education appoints the following officials, for the period July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024:
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M.8. Approve Media Specialist Teacher Shared Services Contract with Bloomsbury Board of Education
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves Shared Services contract for Media Specialist Teacher with Bloomsbury Board of Education for the 2023-2024 School Year. FURTHER RESOLVED The Annual contract amount is $857.33, .01 FTE $85,733 |
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M.9. Approve Technology Support Job Description
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Technology Support Job Description. |
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M.10. Approve Non-Association Employee Contract for 2023-2024
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following Non-Association Employees contract for the 2023-2024 school year:
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M.11. Approve Change in Hours/Contract
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the change in hours for Employee 1854 from part time at 23 hours/week (FTE 0.63) Occupational Therapist to 28 hours/week (FTE.78) for the 2023/2024 school year (Employee 1854 now qualifies for health benefits) FURTHER RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the adjusted contract for:
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M.12. Accept Resignation
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts with regret the resignation of Employee #2101 effective June 30, 2023. |
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M.13. Approve Unpaid FMLA Leave
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Employee 2101 request for unpaid FMLA leave beginning on or about May 1, 2023 not to exceed 12 weeks on an intermittent basis (pending physician's certification). |
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M.14. Approve Student Shadowing
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Grace Burkhardt as a student shadow from Kean University for approximately 2 days in the month of May 2023. Ms. Burkhardt will spend her time with Mrs. Stow. |
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N. POLICY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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N.1. Approve First Reading of Policies and Regulations
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the first reading of the following Policies and Regulations:
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N.2. Adoption of Annual Rules, Policies and By-Laws
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves all rules, policies and by-laws of the Holland Township School District presently in effect are hereby adopted for the 2023-2024 school year. |
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N.3. Approve Policy
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the bypass of two readings and approves the following Policy:
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O. FINANCE AND FACILITIES
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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O.1. Designation of Depositor of School Funds
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board designate the following bank as the official depository for the Board of Education: Investors/Citizens Savings Bank Accounts General Fund President Vice President Board Secretary Treasurer (3 required) Payroll Board Secretary Treasurer(1 required) Payroll Agency Board Secretary Treasurer(1 required) Cafeteria Board Secretary Treasurer (2 required) Student Activities Superintendent of School Board Secretary Principal (2 required) SUI Board Secretary Treasurer (1 required) Reserve Accounts (Capital, Maint., Emergency) President Vice President Board Secretary Treasurer(3 required) FSA Board Secretary Treasurer (1 required) |
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O.2. Investment Authorization
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board authorize the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to invest funds, not immediately needed, in any authorized bank in the State of New Jersey, as per Board policy. |
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O.3. Implementation of the Budget
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board empower the Superintendent of Schools and the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to implement the Budget pursuant to policies and regulations of the State Board and Local Board, upon final adoption. |
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O.4. Insurance Agents of Record
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education appoints Brown and Brown Insurance Agency, as Insurance Agent of Record, for the 2023-2024 school year; and, FURTHER NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education does hereby appoint Bob Gemmell as its Risk Management Consultant in accordance with the SAIF Fund's Bylaws. RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education appoints Brown & Brown Benefit Advisors as Agent of Record for employee benefits, for the 2023-2024 school year; FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board Secretary has permission to review other brokers for possible savings |
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O.5. Professional Services
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve professional services provided by the following for the 2023-24 school year: Pursuant to 18A:18A.5, the Board of Education of the Township of Holland in the County of Hunterdon and the State of New Jersey awarded the following contracts for licensed professionals for the 2023-24 school year as listed below. These contracts are awarded without competitive bidding as a "professional service" under the provisions of the Public Procurement Law. The contract itself is available for public inspection at the Office of the Board Secretary, located at 714 Milford Warren Glenn Road County Road, Milford, New Jersey, between the hours of 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Architect of Record Parette Somjen Architects LLC (PSA) Principal Rate: $178.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500Total Auditing Suplee, Clooney & Company $21,500 Boiler Services Metz Inc. $106.00 per hour Not to exceed $17, 500 Total MPA, Inc. $110.00 per hour Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Bond Counsel Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer Corp. Electrical MT. Salem Electric $105.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total FIxed Assest Company Acclaim Inventory, LLC $2200.00 Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Health Insurance Consultants Brown & Brown Benefit Advisors. Inc. not to exceed $2,000 per month HVAC Metz Inc. $106.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total MPA Inc. $110.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Legal Services Hatfield Schwartz LLC Partners $165 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Comegno Law Group P.C. $185 per hour Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Medical Hunterdon ESC : $425.00 per evaluation Mountain Lakes Teacher of the Deaf Service Commission for the Blind Services Official Newspapers Hunterdon County Democrat The Express Times The Star Ledger Payroll Services R & L Data Centers, Inc. $538 per payroll Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Pest Managment Services Rentokil North America, Inc. (Ehrlich) $60.00 per month Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Plumbing Robert Griggs Plumbing and Heating LLC $99.50 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Richard E. Yard Plumbing and Heating Inc. $120.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Refuse/Recycling Services LMR Disposal $783.05 per month. Not to exceed $17, 500 Total School Physician Hunterdon Family Medicine at Delaware Valley Physician: $400.00 per hour Not to exceed $17,500 Total Administrative annual service fee for health services: $3000.00 School OT/PT for Katzenbach Student Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center $118 per hour Not to exceed $17, 500 Total School Psychiatrists Dr. Saranga Bhalla Princeton Mental Health LLC $1000 per 1 1/2 hour evaluation. Not to exceed $17,500 Total Dr. Chen Hunterdon Behavioral Health Care $1337.00 school evaluation and report. Not to exceed $17,500 Total Dr. Theodore Petti Dr. Sheryl Novotny both Rutgers University Behavioral Health $1000 per 2 1/2 hour evaluation. Not to exceed $17,500 Total Dr. Bryan Fennelly $1,120 per evaluation. Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Dr. Altagracia Gomez-Aracena $1,5000 per evaluation. Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Dr. Padma Palvai $900 per evaluation. Not to exceed $17, 500 Total Pediatric Neuropsychology: Next Generation Neuropathology, LLC/Dr. Jennifer WestGavin/Dr. NIcolas Hope - Estimated Fee of $1,500 per evaluation Psychiatrist: Dr. Jay Kuris - Estimated Fee of $1,900 per evaluation |
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O.6. Tax Shelter Annuity Companies/Brokers
Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following Tax Shelter Annuity Programs, 403b providers and representatives for the 2022-2023 school year for the Holland Township Board of Education Employees: Pen Serve Plan Service Inc. formerly Foresters /First Investors Lincoln Financial Group AXA Equitable |
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O.7. Transfer of Funds
Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to transfer funds from the General Account for the purpose of purchasing Certificates of Deposit, Repurchase Agreements and any other instruments of investment. |
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O.8. Authorization to Implement the 2023-2024 Tuition Rates
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the Holland Township Board of Education implements the following Non-Resident Tuition Rates for 2023-2024 as follows: Special Education Programs (LEA Out of District Received) Preschool Special Education Integrated Part Time: $15,000 Preschool Special Education Integrated Full Time $21, 000 LLD Program: $18,470 MD Program: $22,272 ES Program: $22,272 ESY Program $2500 |
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O.9. Petty Cash Account
RESOLVED that a Petty Cash Account be established for the 2023-2024 year, in the amount of $300.00; and appoints the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary as custodian of the same. |
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O.10. Cooperative Pricing Agreements County Education Services Commissions
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education approves the Cooperative Pricing Agreements between the Holland Township Board of Education and the following Education Services Commissions:
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O.11. Adoption of the 2023-2024 (School Budget)
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approve the 2023-2024 Budget Resolutions: Travel, Professional Services, 2023-2024 Budget. BE IT SO RESOLVED, to approve and adopt the 2023-2024 School District Budget for submission to the Hunterdon County Department of Education as follows: General Fund Operating Budget: $12,497,320 Special Revenue Fund (Grants and Entitlements): $186,295 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, to acknowledge that the 2023-2024 School District Budget as described above results in tax levies as follows: General Fund (Tax Levy) $10,556,240 The School District has proposed programs and services in addition to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards adopted by the State Board of Education. WHEREAS, School District Policy #6371-N.J.A.C. 6:A23A-7 provides that the Board of Education shall establish in the annual budget a maximum expenditure amount that may be allotted for such travel and expenses reimbursement for the 2023-2024 school year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Holland Township Board of Education hereby established the School District travel maximum for the school year at the sum of $65,000.00 Regular business travel maximum is $1,500 per person. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the School Business Administrator shall track and record these costs to insure that the maximum amount is not exceeded. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education includes in the final budget the adjustment of $130,685 for increased costs of health benefits to flow into banked cap, none was applied to the 2023-2024 budget and will be banked for 3 years or budget cycles. |
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O.12. Approve REAP Grant Application for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approve application for: Federal Grant: Small, Rural School Achievement Program CFDA Number 84.358A (REAP) for the 2023-2024 )school year |
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O.13. Approve School Photographer Contract for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approved BNL Enterprises, Inc. as the school photographer for the 2023/2024 School Year. FURTHER RESOLVED, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 2023/2024 contract from BNL Enterprises, Inc |
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O.14. Approve School Yearbook Contract for the 2023-2024 School Year
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves Lifetouch as the yearbook provider for the 2023-2024 school year. FURTHER RESOLVED, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 2023- 2024 Lifetouch contract. |
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O.15. Approve FY22 (2023-2024) Preschool Tuition Rates
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following tuition rates for 23-24.
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O.16. Internet Consortuim Contract 2023-2026
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves a three-year service agreement for the period beginning July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026 between the Delaware Valley Regional Consortium ( Del. Valley Regional High School Board of Education shall serve as the Lead Education Authority and Host District) and Service Electric Cable TV, Inc. (Service Providers) Beth. Pa to provide 2Gbps (2000Mbps) Internet Bandwith with 1Gbps (1000Mbps) point to point transfer for Alexdandria, Holland, Kingwood Township School Districts and 100Mbps point to point transfer for Frenchtown Elementary School District and Milford Public School at a monthly cost of $3913.00. Monthly Cost per District % Monthly Cost E-rated Alexandria 13.0% $793.00 $475.80 Frenchtown 0% $279.00 $167.40 Holland 13.0% $793.00 $475.80 Kingwood 13.0% $793.00 $475.80 Milford 0% $279.00 $167.40 DVRHS 61% $976.00 $585.60 Total Monthly Cost 100% $3,913 .00 $2,347.80 |
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O.17. Approve 2023-2024 Tuition Contracts with Marie H. Katzenbach New Jersey School for the Deaf
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 23-24 tuition contracts for SID # 7875264920 to attend the Marie H. Katzenbach New Jersey School for the Deaf. 2023- 2024 school year. Tuition $87,693.00 Personal Assistant $36,000 ESY Program: Tuition $4,000.00 Personal Assistant $3,400.00 |
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O.18. Approve 23-24 Receiving LLD Tuition Contracts with Pohatcong Township School
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 23-24 receiving tuition contracts with PohatcongTownship School District. Holland Township School will provide student SID #163708115 with LLD Special Education services: Tuition $18,470.00. Special Education Aide $ TBD (GV) $44,452.96 Related services: OT/PT and or speech if required from the IEP. ESY $2500.00 Addtional ESY Students: $2500 per student: DS 2061866876 CW 6632941575 JZ 7063516625 |
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O.19. Approve 23-24 Receiving MD Tuition Contract with Milford School
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves an MD receiving a tuition contract with Milford School District School for the 2023-2024 school year. Tuition cost is $22,272 Special Education Aide TBD (EB) $44,252.96 OT/PT and or speech if required from the IEP ESY $2500.00 |
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O.20. Approve 2023-2024 Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (HCESC) Case Management Contract.
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the attached contract with HCESC to provide Case Management services to Holland Township school per terms and conditions of the attached contract. |
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O.21. Approve 2023-2024 Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (HCESC) Para-Professional Contract.
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the attached contract with HCESC to provide Paraprofessional services to Holland Township school per terms and conditions of the attached contract. |
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O.22. Approve 2023-2024 Services and Rates from Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (HCESC)
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the attached rates for services. |
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O.23. Approve 2023-2024 (Prescription and Vision Plan Rates
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education, approves the attached 23-24 Renewal of Prescription and Vision rates for the Holland Township School. (Rates stayed the same) |
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O.24. Approve 2023-2024 YMCA Contract
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the YMCA contract for the use of the Holland Township school to provide before and aftercare child services. |
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O.25. Approve Blueprint 4 Greatness Leadership Contract
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Eduction approves Blueprint 4 Greatness Leadership to provide student lead workshop sessions not to exceed $10,000.00 for the 2022/2023 school year. |
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O.26. Approve the Annual ACFR/Financial Audit
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the annual ACFR/Financial Audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022 as prepared by the firm of Suplee, Clooney & Co. and acknowledges that there was one recommendation. We are hiring a new fixed asset company for the next inventory. |
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O.27. Approve Submission and Receipt
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the submission and receipt of the Supplemental Stabilization Aid. |
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O.28. Approve Corrective Action Plan (CAP)
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approve the Corrective Action Plan (CAP) for FY22 Audit findings. |
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P. SUPPLEMENTARY MATTERS
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P.1. General
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P.2. Budget
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Q. COMMENTS: PUBLIC - GENERAL
Please approach the podium, state your name, and address your comments to the board president. Because this is a meeting at which the board needs to conduct its business, each member of the public will be limited to three minutes. And please refrain from abusive, obscene, or defamatory remarks; we expect that everyone will hold themselves to the highest level of professional courtesy and personal respect, given our shared interests and goals. Please remember that the board has an obligation to protect the privacy of district employees and students. |
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The Holland Township Board of Education welcomes input from public entities and/or private persons as described in Policy #0167. At the discretion of the presiding officer, comments may be limited to three minutes in length.
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R. EXECUTIVE SESSION
WHEREAS the “Open Public Meetings Act” (Chapter 231 Laws of 1975) authorizes a public body to exclude the public from that portion of a meeting at which specified topics are to be discussed under circumstances where the public consideration of such topics will clearly endanger the public or where the personal privacy or guaranteed rights of individuals whose activities or affairs are to be discussed would clearly in danger of unwarranted invasion; be it RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Township of Holland now adjourns its public session to reconvene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following: __Confidential Matters by Law or Court Order __Purchase Property _XPersonnel Matters __Invasion of Individual Privacy Employee or Student __Investigation into Violations of Law __Suspension, Civil Penalty or Loss of a License or Permit __Disclosure would Impair District’s Right to Receive Funding __School/Public Security __Collective Bargaining __Pending, Ongoing or Anticipated Litigation And be it further RESOLVED that the matters discussed in Executive Session will be made public when confidentiality is no longer required. |
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R.1. Motion to Enter Executive Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board of Education enter Executive Session at ______ to discuss _________. |
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R.2. Motion to Enter Public Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board return to Open Session at __________. |
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S. ADJOURNMENT
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S.1. Motion to Adjourn
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Board of Education adjourn the meeting at ________. |
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