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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-03-12 School Committee MinutesReading Public Schools Reading, Massachusetts School Committee Minutes v (1.t-- CE1`~ED Tb-',[N CLERK 1z E2t NCB. MASS. Zofli R 3a A 2b t Call to Order Chair Webb called the regular session to order at 7:35 p.m. at the Coolidge Middle School Multipurpose Room. Present were Ms. Webb, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Caruso, Mr. Michaud, Mr. McFadden, Mr. Dahl, Superintendent Patrick Schettini, Jr., Director of Human Resource and Finances Mary DeLai, Assistant Superintendent John Doherty, Fin Com Representative Chuck Robinson, Fincom Representative Harold Torman, Wood End Principal Richard Davidson, Birch Meadow Principal Tom Daniels, Barrows Principal Karen Callan, Joshua Eaton Principal Patty deGaravilla, RMHS Principal Joseph Finigan, Killam Principal Paul Guerrette, Chronicle Reporter Doug Wood Boyle, Reading Advocate reporter Melissa Russell, AI3 Representatives Scott Dunlap and Phil Callahan, and Design Partnership Representative David Capaldo Chair Webb read the mission of the Reading Public Schools. Epilepsy Foundation Award Mr. Anthony Cerullo, president of the Epilepsy Foundation, talked about the Epilepsy Foundation and the Award that was presented to Grade 3 students. Each student who received an award showed their piece of art work and read their passage. Mrs. Webb congratulated the students on their achievement. Mr. Dahl thanked Mr. Cerullo for his efforts in teaching values to the school community. There was a short recess at 7:55 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 8:00 p.m. Bills and Payrolls Bills and payrolls were circulated to all members of the committee. Citizens' Input There was no citizens' input. Gifts There were no gifts presented this evening. Reports of Chairman, Liaisons, and Superintendent Superintendent Schettini reported on several items: • The Parker Middle School Future Cities Engineer Team came in 5th place at the National Competition in Washington D.C. during February Vacation. Superintendent Schettini praised the staff and students for their achievement. • i71b'll J1:11VV1 .7La~~+ yauu .t~+vvivvu u b~.~... - Festival. They will be performing at the State Finals on Sunday, March 25th • High School Jazz Ensemble finished in the top 5 of all Jazz Ensembles at the University of New Hampshire Jazz Competition. Regular Session 2 March 12, 2007 • The RMHS Performing Arts Department presents "A Night in New Orleans" on Friday, March 30 at 7:00 p.m. Chairperson Webb talked about a performance she recently attended of the Reading Symphony Orchestra at the Fine and Performing Arts Center. She also gave an update of her and the Superintendent's attendance at the MASC Conference and a conference that focused on the report, Tough Choices, Tough Times. She announced that the Coolidge Spelling Bee is on March 31St and that the School Committee has a team which will be participating in the Bee. Old Business Building Project Update Scott Dunlap from AI3 gave an update on the RMHS Building Project. He spoke of the following: • The final phase of the project, which includes the demolition of the old building. • An update on the punch list. • An update on the HVAC subcontractor which has underperformed on this project and the options that the School Committee has to make sure that the HVAC punch list has been completed. Mrs Gibbs moved to request that the RMHS protect architect, Design Partnership of Cambridge, prepare all applicable documents to exercise the option to take over the work of the HVAC for the project in accordance with Article 2.4 of the General Conditions of the Contract with TLT Construction of Wakefield, the general contractor for the RMHS project Further to authorize the Superintendent to enact this motion on behalf of the School Committee. Seconded by Mr. Caruso. Motion passes 6-0 Mrs Gibbs, Ms Webb, Mr. McFadden, Mr. Caruso, Mr. Dahl and Mr. Michaud. Mr. Dunlap continued his update on the status of the track and the punch list items associated with the track. These punch list items have not been addressed in an effective manner. Mrs Gibbs moved to request that the RMHS project architect, Design Partnership of Cambridge, prepare all applicable documents to exercise the option to take over the work of the Outdoor Track for the project in accordance with Article 2.4 of the General Conditions of the Contract with TLT Construction of Wakefield, the general contractor for the RMHS Project. Further to authorize the Superintendent to enact this motion on behalf of the School Committee. Seconded by Mr. Caruso. Motion passes 6-0. Mrs. Gibbs, Ms. Webb, Mr. McFadden, Mr. Caruso, Mr. Dahl and Mr. Michaud. Mr. Dunlap continued his update by discussing the Phase 3 demolition and the asbestos removal. Repaular Session 4 March 12. 007 Superintendent Schettini explained the process used to create the draft policies including meeting with a representative from MASC, as well as, his expertise in school law. Several of the policies were reflective of previous Reading School Committee Policies in compliance with Massachusetts State Law. New Business Mrs Gibbs moved to approve $30,000 from the athletic revolving account to be used for the installation of the field lighting at RMHS. Seconded by Mr. McFadden. Motion carries 4-2 Mrs. Gibbs, Ms. Webb, Mr. McFadden and Mr. Dahl in favor. Mr. Caruso and Mr. Michaud opposed. Personnel No personnel issues were discussed. New Business There is no new business. Approval of Minutes Mrs Gibbs moved to approve minutes dated December 18, 2006. Seconded by Mr. Michaud. Motion passed 6-0. Mrs Gibbs, Ms Webb, Mr. McFadden, Mr. Caruso, Mr. Dahl and Mr. Michaud. _Mrs Gibbs moved to approve minutes dated February 1, 2007. Seconded by Mr. Michaud Motion passed 6-0 Mrs Gibbs, Ms Webb, Mr. McFadden, Mr. Caruso, Mr. Dahl and Mr. Michaud. Adjourn Mrs Gibbs moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. McFadden. Motion passed 6-0. Mrs Gibbs, Ms Webb, Mr. McFadden, Mr. Caruso, Mr. Dahl and Mr. Michaud. Meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Respect l fitted, Patrick A. Schettini, Jr. Superintendent of Schools