PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING
Presentation: Proposed 2014-2015 School Budget
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Annette C. Giaquinto, Ed.D and Timothy E. Kelley
APPROVAL OF BUDGET
BE IT RESOLVED The Board of Education in the Township of Galloway, in the County of Atlantic, in the State of New Jersey adopts the school district budget for the 2014-2015 School Year as follows:
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Budget
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Local Tax Levy
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Total General Fund
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$
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59,683,434
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$
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30,454,298
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Total Special Revenue Fund
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$
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1,328,300
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$
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0
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Total Debt Service Fund
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$
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1,737,115
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$
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893,774
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Totals
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$
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62,748,849
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$
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31,348,072
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Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-7.3, budgeted travel expenses do not exceed $95,000.
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 2014-2015 budget.
The following increases are included from the budget introduced on March 17, 2014 and submitted to the Executive County Superintendent on March 20, 2014:
General Fund Appropriations:
Line 46000 11-000-240-103 | Salaries of Principals/Assistant Principals +71,074
Line 49200 11-000-262-621 | Energy (Natural Gas) - 5,500
Line 49220 11-000-262-622 | Energy (Electricity) - 10,574
Line 71060 11-000-291-241 | Other Retirement Contributions (PERS) - 25,000
Line 02100 11-120-100-101 | Grades 1-5 - Salaries of Teachers - 30,000
AS REQUIRED by N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-10.3(b), the 2013-2014 budget includes the use of banked cap. The 2014-2015 budget includes utilizing banked cap in the amount of $450,000. The need for this banked cap is to offset increases in out of district tuition, health care costs, PARCC implementation costs, and facilities costs. These costs cannot be deferred or incrementally completed over an extended period of time and must be completed by the end of the budget year.
-PUBLIC COMMENT-
A. READING OF COMMUNICATIONS
B. PRESENTATIONS
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Introduction of Maxine Livingston, Vice President of the Galloway Township Middle School Student Council
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Congratulations to the Galloway Township Middle School Wrestling Team on their achievements at the Atlantic Cape Middle School Wrestling Tournament that was held on February 8, 2014:
Champions
Andrew Marcucci - 140 pounds
Johnny Seguinot - 215 pounds
leem Worley - 260 pounds
Second Place
DeVante Tyus - 70 pounds
Nick Carrero - 110 pounds
Pablo Flores - 120 pounds
Zach Sterr - 150 pounds
Fourth Place
Adrian Paz - 126 pounds
Drew Reamer - 160 pounds
Community Volunteer Assistant Coaches
Jim Brown and Bernie Tennant
Coaches
David Martin and John O'Kane
C. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
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Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Report for the reporting period of March 20, 2014 through April 23, 3014. (Attachment C.1)
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D. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:
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Resolution to approve Home Schooling for the 2013-2014 school year for the following student in accordance with Board Policy #6172.00: Alternative Education Programs:
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School
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Student ID #
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Effective Date
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Grade
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Smithville
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910050
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March 17, 2014
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K
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Resolution to approve Home Schooling for the 2014-2015 school year for the following student in accordance with Board Policy #6172.00: Alternate Education Programs:
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School
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Student
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Effective Date
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Grade
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Roland Rogers
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T.P.N.
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September 4, 2014
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1
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Resolution to approve 8th grade Galloway Township Middle School URSA students to tour Rowan University on May 9, 2014. Transportation Costs: $339.70; Education Foundation Grant; Account #20-099-100-600-16-00
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Resolution to approve the Galloway Township Middle School Step/ Drill Team to perform at the Fun Day event at Roland Rogers Elementary School on June 11, 2014.
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Resolution to approve Arthur Rann Elementary School 4th Grade Students to conduct a clean-up at Patriot Park and participate in gardening in the Galloway Community Garden on May 23, 2014.
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Informational Item:
Volunteer students from Galloway Township Middle School will continue to visit Spring Village at Galloway from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm on the additional Fridays as listed below. Transportation will be provided by staff with parental permission.
(previously approved on Board of Education agenda of October 28, 2013)
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May 16, 2014
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May 21, 2014
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June 6, 2014
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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 E. 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, 2014.
(Attachment E.1)
Trial Balance Report/Breakfast & Lunch Cash Sales
(Attachment E.2)
Breakfast & Lunch Meal Counts Participation (Attachment E.3)
Special Income Detail. (Attachment E.4)
2. Resolution to accept the Investment Report(s) for March 2014 in accordance with Policy #3290. (Attachment E.5)
3. Resolution to accept the Board Secretary's monthly certification budgetary line item status for March 31, 2014. (Attachment E.6)
4. Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(e), the Galloway Board of Education certifies that as of March 31, 2014 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. 6:20-2.13(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 Report for the month(s) of March 31, 2014. (Attachment E.7)
6. Resolution to approve the April Bill List - 2013-2014 Budget.
(Attachment E.8)
7. Resolution to approve the April transfers - 2013-2014 Budget. (Attachment E.9)
8. Resolution to approve the addition of Karla Rivera, consultant / translator, to the 2013-2014 evaluator / consultant list; $50.00 per hour; Account #11-000-219-390-00-02
9. Resolution to approve student #902131 to ACSSSD beginning April 23, 2014 in the Multiply Disabled Program for the 2013-2014 school year at a cost of $35,640.00 (pro-rated); Account #11-000-100-565-00-02
Out-of-District Travel:
10. Resolution to approve out-of-district professional development activities:
Activity: NJASA / NJAPSA Annual Spring Conference
Staff Name: Date: Expenses: Account:
Annette C. Giaquinto, Ed.D 05/22/2014 Registration: $249.00 11-000-230-610-00-00
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F. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE
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Resolution to approve a bid award to Arch-Concept Construction Inc. in the amount of $1,178,000 for roofing replacement at Roland Rogers Elementary School. This project will be funded through a combination of NJSDA grant funds and the capital reserve account in the 2014-2015 budget.
FVHD Project # 4527
NJDOE Project # 1690-045-14-1003
NJSDA Project # 1690-046-14-G1BQ
Grant #G5-4796
The following bids were also received:
Noble Roofing $1,227,745
Mike Kobithen Roofing $1,276,639
Winchester Roofing $1,294,000
DA Nolt, Inc. $1,330,877
MTB Contracting $1,459,000
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Resolution to approve a bid award to Arch-Concept Construction Inc. in the amount of $1,196,000 for roofing replacement at Smithville Elementary School. This project will be funded through a combination of NJSDA grant funds and the capital reserve account in the 2014-2015 budget.
FVHD Project # 4526
NJDOE Project # 1690-048-14-1004
NJSDA Project # 1690-048-14-G1BR
Grant #G5-4797
The following bids were also received:
Mike Kobithen Roofing $1,217,701
Noble Roofing $1,227,745
Winchester Roofing $1,294,000
DA Nolt, Inc. $1,330,877
MTB Contracting $1,392,000
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G. COMMUNITY USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
H. PERSONNEL
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following resolutions:
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Resolution to accept the letter of resignation from Nicole Fanelli, teacher, effective July 1, 2014.
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Resolution to approve the family leave request from Suzanne Lewis, cafeteria worker at Smithville Elementary School as follows:
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04/29/2014 - 06/23/2014
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without pay, with benefits
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Resolution to approve Kevin McGloin as the Principal at Arthur Rann Elementary School for the 2014 - 2015 school year effective July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. Salary: $108,500.00; Account #11-000-240-103-15-SA (replacement position)
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Resolution to approve the following substitute teachers for the 2013 - 2014 school year effective April 29, 2014 through June 30, 2014 pending successful completion of the criminal history review. Account numbers as appropriate:
Kindergarten #11-110-100-101-SB-SA; Grades 1-5 #11-120-100-101-SB-SA;
Grades 6-8 #11-130-100-101-SB-SA
Dena Etters Non-Certified $75.00 per day
Jessica Gameron Non-Certified $75.00 per day
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Resolution to approve the following substitutes for the Child Care Program effective April 29, 2014 through June 30, 2014 for the 2013-2014 school year; Salary: $12.00 per hour (door monitor); $15.00 per hour (support staff);
Account #62-990-320-101-00-SA
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Elizabeth Elevich
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Roy Somers
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Resolution to approve the following substitute secretary for the 2013-2014 school year effective March 18, 2014 through June 30, 2014; Salary: $9.35 per hour;
Account #11-000-240-105-SB-SA
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Resolution to approve the following substitute custodians for the 2013-2014 school year effective April 29, 2014 through June 30, 2014. Salary: $9.00 per hour;
Account #11-000-262-110-SB-SA
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Edward Carmichael
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Natalie Halsted
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I. POLICY
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following policy:
Attachment of policy included at First Reading on April 14, 2014
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J. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS
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May 12, 2014
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Monday
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Regular Meeting
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GTMS
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7:00 pm
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May 19, 2014
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Monday
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Regular Meeting
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GTMS
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7:00 pm
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*June 16, 2014
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Monday
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Regular Meeting
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GTMS
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7:00 pm
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*rescheduled from June 23, 2014
K. SPECIAL EVENTS
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May 2, 2014
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Smithville Elementary School's Pasta Dinner and Basket Raffle
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4:30 pm
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May 3, 2014
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Elementary Honors Band Festival at Absegami
High School
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2:00 pm
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May 22, 2014
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GTMS Spring Open House
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6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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June 5, 2014
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District Retirement Celebration
The Carriage House, Galloway
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5:00 pm
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Spring Concerts
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April 29, 2014
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Arthur Rann Elementary School Spring Concert
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7:00 pm
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May 7, 2014
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GTMS Jazz and Percussion Ensemble
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7:00 pm
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May 15, 2014
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Roland Rogers Elementary School Spring Concert
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6:30 pm
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May 20, 2014
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Reeds Road Elementary School Spring Concert
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7:00 pm
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May 28, 2014
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GTMS Spring Concert
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7:00 pm
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May 29, 2014
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Smithville Elementary School Chorus Concert
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7:00 pm
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June 3, 2014
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Smithville Elementary School Band Concert
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7:00 pm
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GTMS Promotional Ceremonies
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June 23, 2014
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4:00 pm
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5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
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L. PUBLIC COMMENT
M. OLD BUSINESS
N. NEW BUSINESS
O. EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT