Presentation: Proposed 2015-2016 School Budget
Annette C. Giaquinto, Ed.D and Timothy E. Kelley

APPROVAL OF BUDGET

BE IT RESOLVED to approve the proposed school district budget for the 2015-2016 School Year for submission to the Executive County Superintendent of Schools as follows:

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to acknowledge that the 2015-2016 budget as described above results in a general fund tax levy of $30,606,570 and a debt service fund tax levy of $859,841.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-7.3, budgeted travel expenses do not exceed $50,000.
Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.2(a), maximum dollar amounts for public relations and professional services have been established and are detailed in the appropriations section of the 2015-2016 budget.

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A. READING OF COMMUNICATIONS

B. PRESENTATIONS

C. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

1. Resolution to (accept, modify or reject) the Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Report presented to the Board on April 13, 2015 for the reporting period of March 5, 2015 through April 8, 2015.

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D. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:

1. Resolution to approve modification of home instruction for the following student:
   Account #11-150-100-101-00-SA

2. Resolution to approve home instruction for the following students:
   Account # 11-150-100-101-00-SA

3. Resolution to approve the following Rowan University Clinical Practice Placement Request for the Fall 2015 Semester:
   Student Cooperating Teacher School/Grade Dates
   Brittany Smith Marie Geary Pomona / Pre-K 9/02/15 - 12/18/15
4. Resolution to approve the Galloway Township Middle School Student Council trip to Veteran's Memorial Park at Glenn by the Bay for the annual recognition picnic on
   June 1, 2015 (rain date is June 2, 2015).
   Complimentary transportation provided by Integrity Transportation.
5. Resolution to approve the Galloway Township Middle School Drill / Step Team to walk to Roland Rogers Elementary School to perform for the 5^th and 6^th grades during lunchtime on May 22, 2015.

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E. FINANCE AND SCHOOL OPERATIONS
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions for formal Board action, as recommended by Timothy Kelley, School Business Administrator and the Finance Committee:
1. Resolution to accept the following food service reports:

Cafeteria: Profit and Loss Statement for March 31, 2015.
(Attachment F.1)
Trial Balance Report/Breakfast & Lunch Cash Sales
(Attachment F.2)
Breakfast & Lunch Meal Counts Participation (Attachment F.3)
Special Income Detail. (Attachment F.4)
2. Resolution to accept the Investment Report(s) for March 2015 in accordance with Policy #3290. (Attachment F.5)
3. Resolution to accept the Board Secretary's monthly certification budgetary line item status for March 31, 2015.(Attachment F.6)
4. Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)4, the Galloway Board of Education certifies that as of March 31, 2015 after review of the secretary's monthly financial reports (appropriations section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, that to the best of our knowledge, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(b) and there have been no changes in anticipated revenue sources and/or amounts so that sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.

5. Resolution to approve the Cash and Secretary's Report for the month of March 2015.
(Attachment F.7)

6. Resolution to approve the April Bill List 2014-2015 Budget. (Attachment F.8)
7. Resolution to approve the April transfers - 2014-2015 Budget (Attachment F.9)
8. Resolution to approve student #910035 to Coastal beginning April 24, 2015 per interim alternative educational placement for up to 60 days a year at a cost of $48,139.28 prorated.

Acct. #11-000-100-566-00-02

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F. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE
Informational Item:
The advertisement was placed for Fire Alarm Replacements at the Arthur Rann and Smithville Elementary Schools. The pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 30, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at Smithville School. The bid opening is scheduled for May 13, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the administrative conference room.

G. COMMUNITY USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
Informational Items:

1. Reeds Road Elementary School FSA is hosting a "Super Hero Carnival" in the cafeteria and gym on Friday, May 1, 2015 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
2. Smithville Elementary School is hosting a "Bingo and Basket Night" on Friday, May 29, 2015 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

H. PERSONNEL
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:

1. Resolution to accept, with regret, the letter of intent to retire from Beth Massey, district courier, effective July 1, 2015. Mrs. Massey has worked in the Galloway Township Public School District for 8 years and her dedication and service to students and staff are appreciated by our entire school family.

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2. Resolution to acknowledge successful completion of the 2014 -2015 merit goals for Timothy E. Kelley and to submit documentation to the Department of Education for approval.

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3. Resolution to approve Paul M. Mosetti as a part-time custodian at Galloway Township Middle School for the 2014-2015 school year effective April 28, 2015 through June 30, 2015. Salary: Step 1: $21,401.86 (pro-rated); Account #11-000-262-110-16-SA;
   (replacement position)
4. Resolution to approve the following substitute secretary for the 2014-2015 school year effective April 28, 2015 through June 30, 2015. Salary: $9.35 per hour;
   Account #11-000240-105-SB-SA

5. Resolution to approve the following substitute food service worker for the 2014-2015 school year effective April 28, 2015 through June 30, 2015.
   Salary: $8.38 per hour; Account #60-910-310-100-SB-SA

SUPPLEMENTAL POSITIONS

6. Resolution to approve the following staff/substitutes for the Child Care Program effective April 28, 2015 through June 30, 2015 for the 2014-2015 school year;
   Salary: $12.00 per hour (door monitor); $15.00 per hour (support staff);
   Account #62-990-320-101-00-SA

7. Resolution to approve the following staff for the Summer Theatre Program beginning Monday, June 22, 2015 through Friday, July 17, 2015; Stipend: $25.50 per hour;
   Account #63-800-320-200-00-00

8. Resolution to approve the following staff for the Summer Pops Program beginning Monday, June 29, 2015 through August 5, 2015 at Roland Rogers Elementary School and Galloway Township Middle School; Stipend $25.50 per hour;

Account # 63-800-320-200-00-00

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I. POLICY

J. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS

K. SPECIAL EVENTS

L. PUBLIC COMMENT