The regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education was called to order at        

6:30p.m. in the Middle/High School Building by Mr. Robb.

Members Present:  Mr. Robb, Mr. McGinnis, Mrs. Tangeman, Mr. Tarbell, Mr. Grover

Members Absent:  Mrs. Royce, Mrs. Baker

Others Present:  Mr. Wilkins, Ms. Grisewood, Mrs. Monahan, Mrs. D’Amico, Mr. Winchip, Mr. Webb, Several parents and students of the community, Mrs. Conley

Mr. Robb led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Several parents and students were present to discuss the Code of Conduct and safety as it relates to students and staff.

Mr. Winchip presented an overview of the Code of Conduct and accepted questions from the Board and audience.

Mr. Wilkins reported that there is a need for some minor construction to address a problem at the Middle/High School with regard to sewer pipes.  He also gave an update regarding hiring.  Ms. Grisewood mentioned that tax information will be coming to the next Board meeting. 

There was discussion with regard to new social/emotional programs starting in the new school year, as well as, a 3-5pm detention to deter negative behavior.  The Board also discussed the need to follow the chain of command, and staff to parent notifications.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board of Education approve the revised Code of Conduct, as amended.  The Code of Conduct was amended to include the following:  No video recording or photography.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Tangeman that the Board approve the BOCES Cooperative Bid Resolution:  Be it resolved that the Warsaw Central School is hereby authorized to participate in the following cooperative bids for the 2023-2024 school year.  These bids will be coordinated by the Genesee-Livingston-Steuben-Wyoming BOCES during the 2022-2023 school year for the following items:  Copy and Printer Paper-Winter, Custodial Supplies, Athletic/P.E. Supplies, Bread, Milk Products, Ice Cream Products, Paper and Chemical Supplies (Food Service), Grocery, Grocery Diversions, Kitchen Smallwares, Refuse Collection, Medical Supplies, Printer Supplies, Copy and Printer Paper-Summer.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Tangeman, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board approve the request for a Varsity Cross Country “Incomplete Team” (team of one) with Letchworth CSD for the fall 2022 sports season with Warsaw CSD being the host school, and Letchworth CSD being the “Incomplete Team” under the guidance of Warsaw Coaches pending final approval by Section V.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. McGinnis, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board appoint Mrs. Tangeman as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

The District Clerk was dismissed at 8:20 p.m. and the following took place as recorded by Mrs. Tangeman, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by Mr. McGinnis, seconded by Mrs. Tangeman that the Board enter Executive Session at 8:20 p.m. for the purpose of discussing matters leading to the appointment/employment of a particular person.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. McGinnis, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board resume regular session at 9:14 p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. McGinnis, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board approve the special education placements recommendations, as follows:

1. = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 535, as revised.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at 9:15 p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

 Lisa C. Tangeman

Clerk Pro Tem

The regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education was called to order at        

6:30p.m. in the Middle/High School Building by Mr. Robb, President.

Members Present: Mr. Robb, Mrs. Royce, Mr. Grover, Mr. McGinnis, Mrs. Baker

Members Absent:  Mr. Tarbell, Mrs. Tangeman

Others Present:  Mr. Wilkins, Ms. Grisewood, Mrs. Monahan, Mrs. Burnham, Mr. Ellis, Mrs. D’Amico, Mr. Webb, Mr. Wilkie, Mr. Stores, Officer Kelly, Mrs. Conley

Mr. Robb led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Mr. Wilkins presented the Safety Plan.  He noted that School Resource Officer (SRO) roles and responsibilities have been added to the plan, as well as, the IT staff responsibilities.  He explained the plan was posted to the school website on 8/10/22 and will remain there for a total of 30 days for public review and comment.  Mr. Grover asked if the plan could be added to Parent Square as a communication tool.  He also asked about quick reference access for teachers.  Mr. Wilkins explained that staff members have flip charts available for quick hands-on guidance as needed. Officer Kelly discussed the plan for an Active Shooter Training at the School on the evening of 9/8/22.  Mr. Wilkins stated it will be announced to the community, staff, and students, but will be held after school hours.  Mr. Wilkins also noted there were no changes to the Health Emergency Plan that was added last year.  Next year a Remote Instruction Plan will have to be added in case the school has to go back to remote learning. 

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Moved by Mr. McGinnis, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the minutes for July 26, July 27, 2022 and August 9, 2022, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

The Board reviewed the lists of regular bills dated July 28, August 11, 2022.

The Board reviewed the Appropriation and Revenue Status Reports as of 7/31/22.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board accept the Treasurer’s Reports as of July 2022.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board accept the Internal Claims Audit Report for 2021-22.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Mrs. Monahan presented the Professional Development Plan with the Board.  She discussed the Mentor Coordinator role with a focus on the mentor/mentee program and the earning of CTE Credit.

Mrs. Monahan reviewed Title 1 with the Board and District efforts to include all stakeholders.

She presented a video that explains Title 1; this video is available for viewing on the school website.  She also discussed grants for supporting interventions. 

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the Professional Development Plan, as revised.   Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. McGinnis, seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board of Education approve the Tax Levies and Assessments, as proposed.   (Copy attached to minutes).  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Royce that the school taxes as extended on the tax list of the district be and the same are accepted and confirmed; and, be it further resolved that said tax so extended against the taxable property within said district as appears on said list be and the same hereby are levied; and be it further resolved, that the Board of Education hereby executes a warrant dated August 23, 2022 in the amount of $7,427,987 ($7,384,204 school/$43,783 library).  The collection period is to end October 31, 2022 and after said warrant is approved by the Board, the same shall be delivered to the Tax Collector of the District.   Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that September 1, 2022 through September 30, 2022, inclusive shall be hereby established as the dates for the collection of the 2022-23 school taxes without penalty. Be it further resolved, that a 2% tardy penalty shall be added on those taxes paid October 1, 2022 through October 31, 2022, inclusive.  Tax bills which have not been paid during this time will be forwarded to Wyoming County for collection and an additional 8% tardy penalty will be incurred.  Taxes will be collected by the Tax Collector (Bank of Castile) from September 1, 2022 through October 31, 2022 at Bank of Castile; 2367 North Main Street; Warsaw, NY, any Bank of Castile Branch, or can be mailed to Bank of Castile, PO Box 6870, Ithaca, NY 14851-6870.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that the District Tax Collector be authorized to publish the tax notice in the Batavia Daily News and Warsaw Country Courier.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board approve the proposed contract with SLC Therapy of WNY, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said contract.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the proposed agreement with Compass Staffing Solutions, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the proposed contract with Music Therapy Pathways-Creative Arts Therapy, PLLC and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said contract.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the proposed agreement with Our Lady of Victory (OLV) Human Services (Baker Hall & Baker Academy), and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mrs. Royce that the Board approve the proposed agreement with Norman Howard, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 4, No 0, Abstain 1.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that the Board approve the proposed contract with Williamson Law and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that the Board approve the proposed Hudl agreement and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Baker that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the Extracurricular Activity Blocks for High School Medical Club and Anime Club, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

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Moved by Mr. McGinnis, seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board appoint Mrs. Royce as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

The District Clerk was dismissed at 7:01p.m. and the following took place as recorded by Mrs. Royce, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board enter Executive Session at 7:02 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the employment history of a particular person.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. McGinnis, seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board resume regular session at 8:07p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the following resolution: 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Warsaw Central School District hereby approves the separation agreement presented during the immediately preceding executive session.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the following resolution: 

RESOLUTION OF THE WARSAW CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOARD OF EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Travis Fenstermaker is an employee of the Warsaw Central School District and is currently serving in the Wyoming County Civil Service position of Monitor, and

WHEREAS, the District is in the process of filling a Building Substitute position for the 2022-2023 school year only, and

WHEREAS, Mr. Fenstermaker has duly applied for an is qualified for the Building Substitute position, and

WHEREAS, in order to accept and serve in the Building Substitute position for the 2022-2023 school year, Mr. Fenstermaker requires a corresponding one year leave of absence from his Monitor positon, which one year leave of absence he has requested,

BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT:

1. Mr. Fenstermaker’s request for a one year leave of absence from his Monitor positon is hereby granted; which leave of absence more specifically shall begin on August 31, 2022 and end of on June 30, 2023, and

2. The agreement setting forth terms and conditions of employment applicable to the Building Substitute positon during the 2022-2023 school year will be signed by Superintendent Wilkins and by Mr. Fenstermaker, is approved, and

3. Mr. Fenstermaker is appointed to the Building Substitute position beginning August 31, 2022 and ending on June 30, 2023.

Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Memoranda of Agreement for Building Substitutes (N. Royce &

T. Fenstermaker) be approved.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Robb that Matthew Wilkins, Superintendent of Schools, be appointed District Deputy Tax Collector for the 2022-23 school year, with the remuneration to be included in his annual salary.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mrs. Baker that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the Administrative Secretary Conditions of Employment effective September 14, 2022, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Royce that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the creation of 2 FTE additional School Monitor positions effective August 31, 2022.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 536, as revised.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. McGinnis that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at 7:40 p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 0.

Gail E. Royce

Clerk Pro Tem