OCSBA Minutes
 


MINUTES
DELEGATES' MEETING
April 7, 2010
BOCES, Goshen

In Attendance:  Martha Bogart (Goshen), Bill Boss, Carl Onken, Dottie Slattery (BOCES),  Frank Sambets, John Pasichnyk (Chester), Brendan Coyne, Charles Frankel (Cornwall),  John Redman (Florida), Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake), Loretta Richner (Goshen), Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush), Beth Blashka (Valley Central), Howard Schleider (Washingtonville) and Susan Doyle
 
President Beth Blashka called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM and led all in the Pledge of Allegiance.      
   
A motion to approve the minutes of the 3/3/10 Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.   

Nominating Committee Chairperson John Redman presented the following slate of OCSBA officers for 2010-11:
President, Elizabeth Blashka (Valley Central)    
1st Vice President, Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush)
2nd Vice President, Howard  Schleider Washingtonville),
Secretary, Ed Poppiti (Newburgh),
Treasurer, Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake)
Past President John Redman (Florida)
John thanked committee members Brendan Coyne, Bill Boss, and Dottie Slattery for their service on this committee.  A motion to present the slate at the annual meeting was m/s/c.

Treasurer Ed Poppiti presented the proposed 2010-11 OCSBA budget.  The budget has the same bottom line figure as this year and projects no increase in dues.  As we did last year, we are recommending a suspension in our dues schedule.  Ed explained the changes in a number of individual budget lines.  A motion to present this budget at the
annual meeting was m/s/c.

President Blashka introduced our guest for the evening:  Dr. Mary Ann Wilson (O/U BOCES), Dr. Mary Ford (Interim Director, Office of Educational Partnerships
at SUNY Orange, and Sean Michel (Minisink Valley). They spoke about increasing student success in transitioning from high school to college and answered questions from our members.

Bill Boss and Dottie Slattery, candidates for re-election to the BOCES Board, spoke about their efforts on the BOCES board and asked for support from our members.   
Dottie Slattery announced she is a candidate for the position of NYSSBA’s Area 9 Director, and she asked for support of her colleagues in Orange County.  Current Area 9 Director, Rich Feller will not seek re-election to his board and therefore will step down as  Area 9 Director.  A motion to endorse and support the candidacy of Dorothy Slattery was m/s/c.
 
John Redman (Florida) gave a report on the recent COLSBA meeting in Albany.  He spoke about the resurgence of the Commissioner’s and Chancellor’s Advisory Councils and noted that each county association would be asked to appoint a representative to these committees. A motion to nominate John Redman and Bill Boss (Alternate) to the
committees was m/s/c.

President Blashka noted OCSBA’s upcoming events and asked for suggestions for programs, speakers, and sharing sessions for next year’s OCSBA events.  She encouraged all to attend the annual meeting at BOCES on June 2nd.

 Delegates concerns and comments included the following: freeze on state workers’ salaries, late state aid payments, legislative inactivity in Albany.    

At 9:08 PM a motion to adjourn was m/s/c.    
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, September 1, 2010

MINUTES
DELEGATES' MEETING

March 3, 2010
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance:  Michael Bello, William Boss, Terrence Olivo, Carl Onken, Dottie Slattery (BOCES), Larry Berger, Brendan Coyne, Charles Frankel (Cornwall), John Redman (Florida), Daniel T. Connor, Loretta Richner (Goshen), Ed Estrada (Middletown), Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Sher Singh (Pine Bush), Beth Blashka (Valley Central), and Susan Doyle (OCSBA)
       
President Elizabeth Blashka called the meeting to order at 7:07 pm, welcomed everyone, and led members in the Pledge of Allegiance. 
Introductions were made around the room.   

A motion to approve the minutes of the January 20, 2010, Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.    
       
President Blashka appointed the following members to the Nominating Committee:   
Bill Boss (O/U BOCES), Brendan Coyne (Cornwall), Dottie Slattery (O/U BOCES), and    
John Redman, Chairperson (Florida).   President Blashka appointed the executive committee to serve as the budget committee for OCSBA.

President Blashka announced the upcoming SLN Conference in Albany sponsored by NYSSBA.  She urged all in attendance to attend.  Beth noted the OCSBA sponsored
spelling bee is set to occur on March 16th, and she will be there to distribute the awards.  She noted our next meeting on April 7th, the workshop on April 10th for prospective school board members, and OCSBA’s annual meeting on June 2nd.

President Blashka introduced our guest, State Aid Specialist Anthony Cashara who addressed how boards can interpret the financial data they receive.  He spoke briefly about his firm, School Aid Specialists. 

Delegates shared information about how their districts were coping with the financial shortfall from the state.  To reduce spending, districts are looking at any number of the   
following:  reduced class sized, contract settlements, staffing reductions through restructuring elementary schools, pre-K, half time kindergarten, and information sessions to inform the public of the financial crisis facing our schools.

Delegates’ concerns included the following:  Triborough, media articles, salary freezes agreed to by unions, three BOCES board members are up for re-election, and the 9 County Coalition meeting in Albany.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was m/s/c at 9:04 PM.   
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, April 7, 2010

MINUTES
DELEGATES' MEETING
January 20, 2010
BOCES, Goshen


In attendance:  Martha Bogart, Bill Boss (BOCES), Brendan Coyne (Cornwall), John Redman (Florida), Loretta Richner (Goshen), Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake), Ed Estrada (Middletown), Joan Romanyschyn (Minisink Valley), Raymond Rivera (Monroe-Woodbury), Beth Blashka (Valley Central), Howard Schleider (Washingtonville), Richard Feller (NYSSBA, and Susan Doyle (OCSBA)
       
President Elizabeth Blashka called the meeting to order at 7:12 pm, welcomed everyone, and she led members in the Pledge of Allegiance.      
                    
A motion to approve the minutes of the December 2, 2009, Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.    
   

Susan gave the mid-year financial report.  She noted that all expenditures were within budgetary guidelines and OCSBA continues to be in sound financial condition.  Last June’s pre-purchasing has contributed to the reduced spending during this fiscal year.  A motion to accept the treasurer’s report was m/s/c.

President Blashka introduced NYSSBA Area 9 Director Richard Feller.  Rich discussed the NYSSBA dues structure and distributed a memo from NYSSBA’s Executive Director Tim Kremer and a handout describing NYSSBA’s core services.  Discussion followed.      

President Blashka announced our upcoming meetings and programs, noting that NYS Teacher of the Year, Debra Calvino, will be our guest speaker at OCSBA’s Annual Meeting in June.     

Susan spoke about the upcoming SLN Conference, March 14-15 in Albany noting that NYSSBA has waived the registration fee for all members.  She noted that DUSO would host a hospitality suite during this conference and we would meet there to discuss our legislative strategies.  Appointments with our legislators will take place on Monday afternoon. 

Legislative Coordinator Bill Boss reviewed the legislative priorities for our 2010 platform.  He noted that our major concerns focus on the financial crisis and how our schools will educate our children if Albany cuts funding.  A motion to approve the platform for 2010 was m/s/c.      

President Blashka opened the meeting to discussion on board goals, ethics, and norms. Delegates shared their policies and procedures on public codes   
of conduct, goals, and civility codes.  Copies of the NJ code of ethics  was distributed and boards were encouraged to adopt a code of ethics when boards are operating efficiently. 

Delegates’ comments included the following:  NAACP representative attending board meetings, and Pine Bush no longer televising board meetings.       
    
A motion to adjourn was m/s/c at 8:58 PM.   
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, March 3, 2010

MINUTES

DELEGATES' MEETING
December 2, 2009
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance:  Michael Bello (Port Jervis), Martha Bogart (Goshen), William Boss, Carl Onken (BOCES), John Pasichnyk (Chester), Brendan Coyne Charles Frankel (Cornwall), Robert Miller, Loretta Richner (Goshen), Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake), Ed Estrada (Middletown), Erich Tusch (Monroe-Woodbury), Phil Steinberg, Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush), Brixton Doyle, Diana Petrosky (Tuxedo), Steve Bangert, Beth Blashka, Richard Hooley, Elizabeth Blashka (Valley Central),  Howard
Schleider (Washingtonville), Susan Doyle (OCSBA), and guests Deb Heppes and Kerri Stroka (O/U BOCES)   

President Blashka called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM.  She welcomed all and led members in the Pledge of Allegiance.  Introductions were made around the room.    
   
A motion to approve the minutes of the 11/4/09 Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.   

President Blashka announced the program for the evening:  Zero Based Budgeting.  She then introduced Deb Heppes and Kerri Stroka (O/U BOCES) who spoke about
a district’s budgeting process.  A question and answer session followed.  President  Blashka thanked our presenters for providing an interesting and informative evening
for our board members. 

Delegates discussed budget development, budget advisory committees and budget freezes.    

Legislative Coordinator Bill Boss (O/U BOCES) gave a legislative update and reviewed last year’s legislative platform.  He spoke about the fiscal crisis facing our state and     our schools.  Bill asked for suggestions for our 2010 platform.  Delegates discussed changing our emphasis this year and asking our legislators to focus on the major
financial issues facing this state.  Delegates will review issues with their boards and finalize our platform at our January 20th meeting. 

Delegates’ concerns included the following:  remedial courses in college and NYSSBA dues increase.  Delegates were asked to find out their NYSSBA dues increases for 2010 and bring this information with them to the January meeting.  It was suggested that we invite Area 9 Director Rich Feller to attend this meeting.  

A motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:11 PM was m/s/c.   
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, January 20, 2010

MINUTES
DELEGATES' MEETING
November 4, 2009
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance: Martha Bogart, Bill Boss, Carl Onken, Dottie Slattery  (O/U BOCES), John Pasichnyk (Chester), Brendan Coyne (Cornwall), John Redman (Florida), Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake), Ed Estrada, Will Geiger (Middletown), Joan Romanyschyn (Minisink Valley), Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Beth Blashka (Valley Central), Wayne Patterson (Warwick), John Coughlin, Robbie Greene, Howard Schleider, (Washingtonville), guests Justin Schaef and representatives from Washingtonville and Andrea Tejedor (BOCES), Susan Doyle, OCSBA.

President Elizabeth Blashka called the meeting to order at 7:07 pm and welcomed all in attendance.  She led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance.       
               
A motion to approve the minutes of the September 29, 2009, Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.     

President Blashka introduced Justin Schaef (Washingtonville) and Andrea Tejedor (O/U BOCES), speakers for the evening’s program on technology in our schools and emerging technologies.   Justin Schaef introduced the members of his presentation team from Washingtonville, and they explained how technology is used in their classrooms.  Andrea  Tejedor spoke about emerging technologies.  President Blashka thanked all presenters for meeting with OCSBA members. 

Treasurer Ed Poppiti (Newburgh) gave the first quarter budget report.  He noted that all revenues and expenditures were within budgetary guidelines. 

Susan reported on the COLSBA meeting that occurred during convention.  She reported that  NYSSBA’s SLN Conference will be held on March 14-15 in downtown Albany.  Also, she noted that the NYSSBA resolution process would be different next year with NYSSBA surveying the concerns of members before convention, and then having delegates vote on them during the business meeting.  She stated that the dinners during convention were well attended, and many members took advantage of the offerings of our hospitality suite. 
 
President Blashka urged members who attended the convention to complete the evaluation form and return it to NYSSBA.  She reminded members to check our website by 5:00 pm on the day of our scheduled meeting in case we cancel our programs because of inclement weather.  She noted that if BOCES is closed, then our meeting is automatically canceled.  She announced that our next delegates’ meeting will take place on December 2nd, and we will discuss zero based budgeting. 

Delegates’ concerns included the following:  OCSBA will wait to hear from Highland Falls on how we can assist their efforts to secure federal/state funding, budget freeze pending mid-year cuts, meeting between superintendents and legislators, reducing the number of audits to help reduce our costs, possible education summit on state aid cuts, and a survey issued by Cornwall.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was m/s/c at 9:02 pm.      
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, December 2, 2009



MINUTES

DELEGATES’ MEETING
September 29, 2009
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance:  William Boss, Martha Bogart, Carl Onken, Jean Pavek, Dottie Slattery (BOCES), Dawn Guevara, Jason LaTassa, Wendy Murray, John Pasichnyk, Frank Sambets (Chester), Brendan Coyne, (Cornwall),  John Redman (Florida), James Kimiecik (Goshen), Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake), Jennifer Wood (Highland Falls), Ed Estrada (Middletown), Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush), Elizabeth Blashka (Valley Central), Cheryl Barker (Warwick), John Coughlin, Howard Schleider (Washingtonville), and Susan Doyle (OCSBA).
 
President Elizabeth Blashka called the meeting to order at 7:04 pm, welcomed all, and led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.     
 
A motion to approve the minutes of the 9/2/09 Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.   

At the request of the President, introductions were made around the room.   

In the absence of Treasurer Ed Poppiti, Susan reported that all districts had paid their dues to OCSBA for the 2009-10 year. 
    
A motion to maintain the association’s checking account in the Orange County Trust Bank was m/s/c.    

President Blashka reminded all members that dinner reservations for OCSBA’s dinners were firm, and that no shows will be billed.  She announced that OCSBA’s next meeting on November 4th would feature guest speakers discussing emerging technologies.  She also announced that OCSBA would host a session for new board members at BOCES in the Carl P. Onken Conference Center on November 18th.

Susan spoke about the upcoming convention in NYC and distributed flyers about our hospitality suite.  She distributed a sign-up list for members who wish to join OCSBA
for dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings.  She announced a voting delegates meeting on Saturday morning at 10:00 am and noted that we will not serve coffee at this session.        

Legislative Director William Boss (BOCES) reviewed NYSSBA’s proposed resolutions, rebuttals, and amendments.     

Delegates’ comments included the following: appreciation for Bill Boss’s work on the resolutions, support for Highland Falls School District in their quest for additional aid,     
recognition of Debra Calvino as Teacher of the Year, convention attendance despite financial constraints, and Middletown was recognized for coming off the Needs Improvement list.  Dottie Slattery (BOCES) volunteered to serve as a teller during convention.  

A motion to send Debra Calvino a letter of congratulations was m/s/c.
A motion to send a letter of support for Highland Falls School District was m/s/c.
Susan asked Jen Wood to send her the pertinent information. 
A motion to invite Mike Carey from the TH-R to attend the NYSSBA Convention in NYC was m/s/c.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was m/s/c at 8:37 PM.   
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting November 4, 2009

MINUTES
ANNUAL MEETING
June 3, 2009
Carl P. Onken Conference Center
O/U BOCES   

The meeting was called to order at 7:15 pm by President John Redman, and he welcomed all in attendance.  He called on O/U BOCES Board President,
Carl Onken to lead us in the pledge of allegiance.     

President Redman called on Treasurer Joan Romanyschyn to present OCSBA’s proposed budget for 2009-10.  Joan presented a flat, rollover budget with no dues   
increase.  A motion to approve the budget was m/s/c.. 
   
John Redman presented the Nominating Committee’s slate of officers for 2009-10:   
      President - Elizabeth Blashka (Valley Central)
      1t Vice President - Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush)
      2nd Vice President - Brendan Coyne (Cornwall)
      Secretary - Howard Schleider (Washingtonville)
     Treasurer - Ed Poppiti (Newburgh)
      Past President - John T. Redman (Florida)
      Executive Director - Susan Doyle

A motion to approve the slate as presented was m/s/c. John thanked the members of the the Nominating Committee for their service.  In-coming president Beth Blashka thanked John for his three years of outstanding leadership as president.  She presented him with a gift of appreciation.  Beth thanked all for electing her president and how she is looking forward to working with all the board members in the county.     

President Redman remarked about the unique experience of being a school board member in the Orange County School Boards Association.  He spoke about the positive working relationships our members have established, and thanked all for their service on their local boards of education and wished all retiring members good health, good fortune, and good luck.  He recognized the retiring members with a certificate of appreciation. 
 
President Redman then introduced our guest speaker, NYSSBA Executive Director Timothy Kremer.  Tim spoke to our members about school board service during difficult
times.  Following his talk, John thanked Tim for his insightful words and for traveling to Orange County to address our members. 

President Redman thanked all for joining us at our dessert annual meeting, and he wished all a safe and healthy summer. 

President Redman adjourned the meeting at 9:10 pm.   
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, September 2, 2009

MINUTES
DELEGATES' MEETING

April 1, 2009
BOCES, Goshen


In Attendance:  Mike Bello(Port Jervis), Martha Bogart (Goshen), Bill Boss, Carl Onken, Jean Pavek (BOCES),  Frank Sambets (Chester), Larry Berger, Brendan Coyne (Cornwall),  John Redman (Florida), Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake), Loretta Richner (Goshen), Bob Curtis (Monroe-Woodbury), Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush), Beth Blashka (Valley Central), Dave Eaton (Warwick), and Susan Doyle
 
President John Redman called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM and led all in the Pledge of Allegiance.    
   
A motion to approve the minutes of the 3/4/09 Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.   

After receiving a round of applause for his April Fool’s joke about taxing not for profit associations, President Redman introduced NYSSBA’s Deputy Executive Director, Rita Lashway.  Rita conducted a focus group with our members on their opinions of NYSSBA’s services.

Candidates for the BOCES Board were invited to make statements.  Mike Bello and Jean Pavek asked for support for their re-election bids.    
   
Nominating Committee Chairperson John Redman presented the following slate of OCSBA officers for 2009-10: President, Elizabeth Blashka (Valley Central)    
1st Vice President, Bob Curtis (M-W),  2nd Vice President, Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush),  Treasurer, Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Secretary, Howard Schleider
(Washingtonville), and Past President (John Redman).  John thanked committee members Brendan Coyne, Bill Boss, Bob Curtis, and Mike Bello for their service on this committee.  A motion to present the slate at the annual meeting was m/s/c.
 
President John T. Redman presented the proposed 2009-10 OCSBA budget.  The budget, a flat, rollover budget will be voted on at our annual meeting.   A motion to present this budget at the annual meeting was m/s/c.

President Redman noted the following upcoming events:  OCSBA’s workshop for prospective school board members (4/4), co-sponsored workshop for newly elected   
school board members (6/6), and our annual meeting on June 3rd at the Carl P. Onken Conference Center at BOCES.  

Susan informed all that DUSO would probably not be very active next year because NYSSBA is not hosting their usual two day summer/fall academies in Albany.  Dues   
will be significantly reduced for next year.  She reported on the 9 County Coalition’s meeting in Albany in March and noted that the charts and statements used during this
session were sent to all superintendents.

The sharing session focused on district budgets, tax rates, and state and federal aid.    
   
President Redman asked for suggestions for programs/sharing sessions for the 2009-10 school year.  The following  topics were suggested:  continue pres/vp sessions, board goals, board norms, and a session with the area colleges.

Delegates’ comments included an update on Warwick’s administrative positions.   
   
A motion to adjourn was m/s/c at 9:17 pm.    
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, September 2, 2009

MINUTES

DELEGATES' MEETING
March 4, 2009
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance:  William Boss, Martha Bogart, Carl Onken (BOCES), Larry Berger, Brendan Coyne (Cornwall), John Redman (Florida), Loretta Richner (Goshen), Bill Kelly, Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake),  Joan Romanyschyn (Minisink Valley), Bob Curtis (Monroe-Woodbury), Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Beth Blashka (Valley Central), Howard Schleider (Washingtonville), and Susan Doyle (OCSBA)
       
President John T. Redman called the meeting to order at 7:10 pm, welcomed everyone, and led members in the Pledge of Allegiance.  Introductions were made around the room.   

A motion to approve the minutes of the January 21, 2009, Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.    
       
President Redman appointed the following members to the Nominating Committee:  Bill Boss (O/U BOCES), Brendan Coyne (Cornwall) Bob Curtis (M-W) and John Redman (OCSBA).  President Redman appointed the executive committee to serve as the budget committee for OCSBA.

President Redman announced the upcoming workshop for prospective school board members on April 4th.  He reminded everyone that our annual meeting will be a dessert meeting  here at BOCES on June 3rd, and Tim Kremer (Executive Director of NYSSBA) will be our guest speaker.  President Redman reported that retaining memberships and cost savings by county associations led the discussions during a recent COLSBA meeting in Albany.  He also reported that NYSSBA would not be holding their leadership academies in Albany, but would offer one day programs around the state.  In discussing convention, President Redman informed delegates
that we need to know who plans to attend the NYSSBA convention and whether or not members want OCSBA to make reservations for dinner.     

Legislative Coordinator Bill Boss reported on the recent SLN Conference in Albany.  He highlighted the program presented by NYSSBA and commented on the meetings we held with our legislators.   Susan informed members that the 9 County Coalition would be meeting with staff members in Albany on March 9, 2009.

Delegates shared information about their district budgets that included the following:  preliminary budget projections, austerity, budget advisory committees, grants,  the budget process, interactive websites.

Delegates’ concerns included the following:  positive comments on the presidents’ roundtable session, honoring Martha Bogart for 25 years of school board service, board training, articles by Kathy Gilson and Rich Feller/Carl Onken.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was m/s/c at 9:20 PM. 
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, April 1, 2009
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 
MINUTES
DELEGATES' MEETING

January 21, 2008
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance:  Bill Boss, Carl Onken, Dottie Slattery (BOCES), Frank Sambets (Chester) Brendan Coyne, Larry Berger (Cornwall), John Redman (Florida), Martha Bogart, Loretta Richner (Goshen), Joan Romanyschyn (Minisink Valley), Bob Curtis (Monroe-Woodbury), Roseanne Sullivan, (Pine Bush), Beth Blashka (Valley Central)
       
President John T. Redman called the meeting to order at 7:09 pm, welcomed everyone, and led members in the Pledge of Allegiance.   He noted that Susan Doyle’s absence was due to illness.  Introductions were made around the room.        
            
A motion to approve the minutes of the December 3, 2008, Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.    
   
Treasurer Joan Romanyschyn gave a mid-year financial report.  She noted that all expenditures were within budgetary guidelines and OCSBA continues to be in sound financial condition.  One district has not yet paid for their dinners during convention.  A motion to accept
the treasurer’s report was m/s/c.

President Redman reminded members that OCSBA will host a roundtable session for presidents and vice presidents on February 4th.  He announced and encouraged members to attend NYSSBA’s SLN Conference, March 1-3 in Albany noting that NYSSBA has waived the registration fee. OCSBA will host the next delegates’ meeting on March 4th, the day after we return from SLN.  Due to the current financial crunch facing our schools, OCSBA will not have an annual dinner meeting in June at a restaurant.  We hope to have a dessert and coffee meeting here at BOCES with NYSSBA’s Tim Kremer as our guest speaker. 

Legislative Coordinator Bill Boss reviewed the legislative priorities for our 2009 platform.  He explained the talking points from Terry Olivo and the NYSCOSS website.  Roseanne Sullivan and Dottie Slattery discussed unfunded federal mandates.  They asked delegates to tell them of  specific mandate relief items that they can address during NSBA’s FRN Conference in Washington.   Delegates agreed to a platform for 2009. Copies of this platform will be distributed to area legislators.    

President Redman opened the meeting to discussion about how our districts communicate with members of their communities.  Discussion followed.  Roseanne Sullivan noted that televising the board meetings has contributed so positive public relations with the public. 

Delegates’ comments included the following:  the importance of maintaining membership in local, regional, and state associations during difficult financial times, the potential merger between  O/U BOCES and Sullivan BOCES, a request from President Redman for volunteers to serve on this year’s nominating committee.

A motion to adjourn was m/s/c at 9:28 PM.   
Approved:  March 1, 2009

MINUTES

DELEGATES' MEETING
December 3, 2008
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance:  William Boss, Carl Onken, Dottie Slattery (BOCES), Larry Berger, Michael Brooks, Brendan Coyne (Cornwall), Karen Meier, John Redman (Florida), Jim Kimiecik, Loretta Richner (Goshen), Bill Kelly, Ron Sommer (Greenwood Lake), Mark Goliber, Marti Murray (Minisink Valley), Bob Curtis, Erich Tusch (Monroe-Woodbury),  Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Jim Starr (Pine Bush), Beth Blashka (Valley Central), Justin Scharf, Howard Schleider (Washingtonville), Susan Doyle (OCSBA), and guests Andrea Tejedor (O/U BOCES), Sean Michel and representatives from Minisink Valley School District.   

President Redman called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM.  He welcomed all and led members in the Pledge of Allegiance.  Introductions were made around the room.    
   
A motion to approve the minutes of the 11/5/08 Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.   

President Redman announced the program for the evening:  Technology in our Schools.  He then introduced Sean Michel (Minisink) who introduced the team from his district  and Andrea Tejedor from O/U BOCES.  Following their presentations, Erich Tusch  (Monroe-Woodbury) gave a summary statement on how boards of education can ensure that their districts use current technology in their schools.  President Redman thanked all who participated in this informative and interesting session.  

Legislative Coordinator Bill Boss (O/U BOCES) reviewed last year’s legislative platform and spoke about the current fiscal crisis facing our schools. Bill asked for suggestions for  issues to be included in our 2009 platform.  Delegates were asked to identify the top 10 mandate relief items that are doable and will help their districts.  They are to bring this information with them to our January meeting.   

At 9:37 PM a motion to adjourn the meeting was m/s/c.  
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, January 21, 2009

MINUTES

DELEGATES' MEETING
November 5, 2008
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance: Bill Boss, Carl Onken Mike Bello (O/U BOCES), John Pasichnyk, Frank Sambets (Chester), Larry Berger,Brendan Coyne, Barbara Manzari (Cornwall), John Redman (Florida), Martha Bogart, Robert Kish, Loretta Richner (Goshen), Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Joan Romanyschyn (Minisink Valley), Bob Curtis (Monroe-Woodbury), Roger Kalin, Cathy Sadaghiani (Port Jervis), Jim Starr, Phil Steinberg, Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush), Beth Blashka, ChrisAnn Harper(Valley Central), Howard Schleider, MaryEllen Schute (Washingtonville), Dan Petigrow, Scott Bridie, Gary Jones, CarlStewart and Susan Doyle.

At 6:00 pm, board members and superintendents arrived and enjoyed a buffet supper sponsored by Turner Construction.  A registration list is attached to the archival minutes of this meeting.

President John T. Redman called the meeting to order at 7:35 pm and welcomed all in attendance.  He extended a special welcome to Phil Steinberg, the new superintendent in Pine Bush.  President Redman led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance.  Those in attendance introduced themselves.     

A motion to approve the minutes of the October 1, 2008 Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.     

President Redman recognized Turner’s sponsorship of this event and thanked them for contributing to this evening’s supper.  He introduced the following speakers: Gary Jones, Scott Bridie and Carl Stewart from Turner Construction and Dan Petigrow from Donoghue, Thomas, Auslander & Drohan.  He then introduced the program: What board members need to know about school construction issues.  Our guests provided a comprehensive overview of school construction issues and distributed packets of information on Turner Construction.  Dan Petigrow talked aboutpreventive steps to take before undergoing school construction projects. A question and answer session followed the presentation.  President Redman thanked our presenters and gave them each a small token gift of appreciation.  

President Redman announced that our next meeting would take place on December 3rd.  He wished all a happy Thanksgiving. 

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made at 8:30 pm.  
 
Approved:  Delegates' Meeting, December 3, 2008


MINUTES

DELEGATES’ MEETING
October 1, 2008
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance:  William Boss, Martha Bogart (BOCES), John Pasichnyk, Frank Sambets (Chester), Larry Berger, Brendan Coyne, Melanie Mulroy-Robinson (Cornwall),  John Redman (Florida), James Kimiecik, Robert Kish, Loretta Richner (Goshen), Bob Curtis, Eric Tusch (Monroe-Woodbury), Ed Poppiti (Newburgh),  James Starr, Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush), Diana Petrosky (Tuxedo), Elizabeth Blashka, Chris Ann Harper (Valley Central), Cheryl Barker (Warwick), Howard Schleider (Washingtonville), and Susan Doyle (OCSBA).
 
President John T. Redman called the meeting to order at 7:07 pm, welcomed all, and he led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.     
 
A motion to approve the minutes of the 9/3/08 Delegates’ Meeting was m/s/c.   

In the absence of Treasurer Joan Romanyschyn, President Redman gave the Treasurer’s Report.  He distributed copies of the first quarter financial statements and noted that all expenditures were within budgetary guidelines.  He noted that all districts, except Kiryas Joel and Pine Bush have paid their dues.  He noted that first quarter expenditures were lower than expected because our DUSO dues this year were reduced.  Questions were
asked about financial investments, and it was noted that we do have a 10 month CD in the amount of $5.000.
A motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was m/s/c.
    
President Redman discussed the OCSBA dinners during the upcoming NYSSBA convention in NYC.  He noted that dinner reservations are firm as the restaurants will charge us for no-shows.  He spoke about the COLSBA meeting we had in September and gave a brief update on Charlie Dawson’s (NYSSBA) report.  Charlie told all COLSBA members that this would be a difficult financial year with next year predicted to be worse.  President
Redman urged members to review the recent SLN alert. 

Susan spoke about the upcoming convention in NYC and distributed flyers about our hospitality suite.  She distributed a sign-up list for members who wish to join OCSBA for dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings.  She announced a voting delegates meeting on Saturday morning at 10:00 am and noted that limited coffee service would be available.       

Legislative Director William Boss (BOCES) reviewed NYSSBA’s proposed resolutions, rebuttals, and amendments.     

Delegates’ comments included the following: Area 9 Director Richard Feller’s article in the Times Herald Record, NYSSBA’s Leadership Academy, and the December OCSBA meeting on technology. 

A motion to adjourn the meeting was m/s/c at 8:25 PM.   
Approved:  OCSBA Meeting, November 5, 2008


MINUTES
DELEGATES’ MEETING
September 3, 2008
BOCES, Goshen

In attendance:  Martha Bogart (Goshen), William Boss, Terry Olivo, Carl Onken, (BOCES), John Pasichnyk, Frank Sambets (Chester), Larry Berger, Brendan Coyne (Cornwall), John Redman (Florida), James Kimiecik, Loretta Richner (Goshen), Bill Kelly, Ronald Sommer (Greenwood Lake), MaryAnne Lostaglio (Marlboro), Joan Romanyschyn (Minisink), Lynne Perkins (Middletown), John Broderick, Robert Curtis   (Monroe-Woodbury), Steve DeMarco, Dawn Fuchek, Ed Poppiti (Newburgh), Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush), Diana Petrosky (Tuxedo), Beth Blashka, Chris Ann Harper (Valley Central), Cheryl Barker (Warwick), Howard Schleider (Washingtonville), and Susan Doyle (OCSBA).

President John T. Redman called the meeting to order at 7:08 pm, led everyone in the pledge, and welcomed all OCSBA delegates and members.  Introductions were made around the room.     
 
A motion to approve the minutes of the Delegates’ Meeting on April 2, 2008, and the Annual Meeting on
June 4, 2008, was m/s/c.
   
Treasurer Joan Romanyschyn reported that the executive committee conducted an audit of  OCSBA’s financial records in July and found all records in good order and all monies properly accounted for.  The cash flow report, itemized budget report, summary budget report, journal report, receipts, canceled checks, and bank statements were available for review.  The fund balance as of June 30, 2008, was $10,451.59 plus a CD in the amount of $5,174.  As of this date Middletown, Kiryas Joel and Pine Bush have not yet paid their dues.  Joan noted that over $600 in payments for our annual dinner meeting in June was not received until after July 1st. Since we operate on a cash basis, that money was not included in last year’s finances but will be included in the 2008-09 records.  A motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was m/s/c.

Susan announced that DUSO would host a hospitality suite during NYSSBA’s upcoming academies in Albany.  She urged all to contact her at the Desmond for the exact location of the suite.  She gave an update on NYSSBA’s October convention in NYC.  She noted the hospitality suite would be open on Friday and Saturday with a Voting Delegates meeting on Saturday at 10 am.  Since we are not abhle to bring in any of our own refreshments, she noted that sponsors would provide beverages for the suite.  Thanks to the efforts of President Redman, OCSBA will host dinners on Friday and Saturday evenings during convention at B. Smith’s and
Hurley’s. Delegates were requested to bring firm reservation numbers to the October 1st meeting.  

President Redman distributed preliminary calendars and OCSBA directories.  Delegates requested that the topic of budget development be moved to an earlier date.  President Redman moved this topic to our January meeting.  He reminded members to check our website often for association updates, and he asked for suggestions for future county association programs. He asked how OCSBA could improve communications with its members and requested districts with outstanding technology programs volunteer to take part in our December meeting.  John suggested we invite Tim Kremer (NYSSBA) to be the speaker at our annual meeting in June.  

Legislative Coordinator Bill Boss gave an initial overview of NYSSBA’s proposed resolutions.  Roseanne Sullivan (Pine Bush), a member of the Resolutions Committee, clarified the committee’s position on a number of resolutions.  Bill asked delegates to seek input from their local boards and return on October 1st to continue our dialogue on the resolutions and the rebuttals.        

Delegates’ comments included the following:  negative reporting by the TH-R, Legacy Ridge in Cornwall, budget development, tax abatements, graduation requirements, the November OCSBA program.       

At 9:02 pm a motion to adjourn the meeting was m/s/c.   
Approved: Delegates' Meeting, September 3, 2008





















                                                          





 























 



 
 
 
 
 
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