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

6:30 p.m. in the Elementary School Building by Mr. Robb, Board President.

Members Present:  Mr. Robb, Mrs. Royce, Mrs. Tangeman, Mr. Grover, Mr. Tarbell, Mrs. Baker, Mr. Youngers.           

Members Absent:  None

Others Present:  Mr. Wilkins, Ms. Grisewood, Mrs. Monahan, Ms. Conable, Mr. Holmes, Mr. Gayford, Mr. Plesums, Mrs. Gallman-St. George, Mrs. Reisdorf, Mrs. Tiffany, Mrs. Backes, Mrs. Wenke, Mrs. Schwab, Mrs. Sonricker, Mrs. Evans, Mrs. Wagner, Mrs. Boyer, Mrs. Morrissey, Mrs. Semmel, Ms. Ackerman, Mrs. Morgan, Mrs. Stores, Mrs. McGary, Mrs. Reese, Mrs. M. Perl, Mr. Barks, Mrs. Conley.

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

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the minutes for the meetings of October 24, 2023, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

The Board reviewed the list of bills dated October 13, 2023 and October 27, 2023.

Mr. Wilkins reported that the Capital Improvement Project is moving forward; they had their Owner-Architect-Construction Management (OACM) meeting yesterday to review designs for the turf and ES Auditorium, the latter will mainly involve paint rehab.  They reviewed preliminary drawings for both.  Soon they will look at more designs for the field with the athletic department to decide on designs.  They will interview turf companies and will do the same for the auditorium.  The next meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2023.

Mr. Wilkins also explained that the current Animals in School Policy has been edited to include the Therapy Dog information.  They will also need to work with the insurance company to pick up a rider regarding that program.  

Audit Committee – Met on October 10, 2023 and reviewed the audit report that was later accepted by the Board at their meeting that evening.

Finance Committee – Met on October 20, 2023 and reviewed Special Education finances.

Policy Committee – Received their policy draft manuals from Erie 1 BOCES and they will start reviewing each policy.  This may be a two-year process to complete.

Technology Committee – Met on October 23, 2023 and reviewed changes to the Google workspace, discussed Chat GPT, and the Affordable Connectivity Program for reduced cost of internet services eligibility in connection to the free lunch program.  They reviewed cyber security and noted there will be a password change required in the near future.  They worked to resolve the telephone system failure issues and also reviewed work done with the MHS Library system and database resources available.        

The Board held the first review of Board Policy 8370 Animals in School.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mrs. Tangeman that the Board waive the second reading required by Policy 1410, with regard to Board Policy 8370 Animals in School.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board approve Policy 8370 Animals in School as revised.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Tangeman, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board accept, with appreciation, the following donations:  In memory of Jerome Smith, $50.00 to be used for the Warsaw CSD Music Program and In the name of Rodd Proefrock, $80.00 to be used entirely in the 6:1:2 Classroom.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the following Reserve Resolution:

RESOLVED that the Board of Education adopt the Warsaw Central School District Year ending June 30, 2023 Funding and Use Plan for Fund Balance and Reserves, as proposed.

Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mrs. Tangeman that the Board accept the Hearing Officer’s Decision  with regard to the following Small Claims Assessment Reviews:

Rory and Carol Benkleman, Index #52406.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board authorize the President of the Board to execute the Tax Collection Statements once they have been prepared by the Tax Collector and reviewed by the Business Administrator for accuracy.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board approve an adjustment to the School Lunch Fund Equipment Budget in the amount of +$12,000 for a total amount not to exceed $32,000 to cover the purchase and installation of a new Combi Oven at the MHS.  Motion Carried: Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Tangeman, seconded by Mrs. Royce that the Board accept the $1,700 Cornell University Agricultural Grant Agreement and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Mr. Grover thanked Mr. Gayford for the awesome job he and the students did in the school play, Peter Pan and Wendy, last weekend.  

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board appoint Mrs. Royce as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

The District Clerk was dismissed at 6:38 p.m. and the following took place as recorded by Mrs. Royce, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by Mrs. Tangeman, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board enter Executive Session at 6:38 p.m. for the purpose of discussing collective negotiations pursuant to article 14 of Civil Service Law.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board resume regular session at 7:34 p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

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

                    (A) = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board approve the continuation of Special Education services for a homeschooled student (900-37-6029) per the parent’s request.  Motion Carried: Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Tangeman that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 564, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Tangeman, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at 7:34 p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Mrs. Gail E. Royce

Clerk Pro Tem