GREATER JOHNSTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR BOARD MEETING

June 6, 2017

Minutes

The Regular Board Meeting of the Greater Johnstown Board of School Directors was held on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, at the Administrative Office. The meeting was called to order by President, Cynthia Ahlborn, at 7:56 p.m. Those present were: Ms. Cynthia Ahlborn, Mr. Vincent Arcurio, Mr. Thomas C. Dadey, Mr. Edwin J. Mikesic, Mr. Jason Moore, Mrs. Kimberly Murray, Mr. Eugene Pentz, and Mr. Daniel Tomak. Mr. John Berzinsky was absent (illness). Others present were: Michael Vuckovich, Attorney Ronald Repak, Eric Kocsis, Amy Arcurio, Brian Bambino, Michael Dadey, Robert Heinrich, Amie Lumadue, Dino Scarton, Ronald Fisher, from the “Tribune Democrat,” Katie Smolen, from “Our Town,” and representatives from WJAC-TV and WTAJ-TV. The Opening Prayer was offered by Cynthia Ahlborn, to those who wished to participate, and also led the Pledge of Allegiance. At this time, Cynthia Ahlborn welcomed Jason Moore to the Board of School Directors. HEARING OF CITIZENS 1. Johanna Boratko, 380 Beatrice Avenue 15906

Mrs. Boratko addressed the following: a. Bullying. b. The need for her to submit “Right-to-Know” Requests.

2. John DeBartola, 119 Bedford Street 15902

Mr. DeBartola addressed the following: a. The closing of the Middle School, relative to the District “sinking” under

financial hardship. b. Questioned if any administrators are losing their positions. c. The change of title for an administrator, reflecting nepotism. d. Asked the Board to be open and honest.

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e. The June 20 Court Hearing (Cambria County Child Development Corp.) f. Following receipt of the Ethics Commission’s report, he will be suing the

District for nepotism. g. Furloughing staff. 3. Robin Kmetz, 125 Spring Street 15906

Mrs. Kmetz addressed the following: a. Read the Sunday, June 4, 2017 article published in the “Tribune Democrat,” written by Ronald Fisher. The article was relative to the State Audit results and nepotism policies in place in area school districts.

Mrs. Kmetz’s time was interrupted upon attempting to discuss a subject not pertinent to the Agenda. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Thomas C. Dadey moved to approve the June 6, 2017 Regular Board Meeting Agenda. The motion was seconded by Edwin J. Mikesic, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Edwin J. Mikesic moved to approve the Minutes of the May 23, 2017 Special Committee and Board meetings. The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. PRESIDENT’S REPORT – A report was not presented. INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT Mr. Vuckovich reported on the following:

a. State Pension Reform – The Senate is expected to pass the same, with Governor Wolf expected to sign the legislation. However, this legislation will

have no significant impact on the District. b. Thanked Mrs. Oswalt, Mrs. Nardecchia, and Mr. Allison for organizing a

successful Graduation Ceremony. Mr. Vuckovich stated that he is very proud of the Class of 2017 and teachers.

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c. The “Trojan Athletic Summer Clinics” will be held from June 12 through August 4, and are free to students. Schedules are posted on the District’s Social Media Page and Website.

BOARD SECRETARIES REPORT/CORRESPONDENCE Debra Crowder announced the following Executive Sessions: 1. June 1, 2017 – 5:10 to 5:50 p.m.

a. Personnel matters regarding six professional employees, three support staff employees, an Act 93 employee, and three contracted employees

b. Contractual matter regarding Transportation Personnel Services c. Potential Litigation

2. June 6, 2017 – 6:50 to 7:50 p.m.

a. Personnel matters regarding two Act 93 employees, a support staff employee, four professional employees, positions listed on the agenda, and security services

b. Contractual matter regarding the Support Staff Contract c. Potential Litigation

SOLICITOR’S REPORT Attorney Repak brought copies, for the Board’s review, the Beard Legal Group’s “Educational Law” Report, which contains an article featuring the Ruling regarding Transgender students and bathroom facilities, as well as other legal matters. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT Mr. Eric Kocsis, on behalf of the Treasurer, presented the Treasurer’s Report for April 2017. Edwin J. Mikesic moved to approve the report. The motion was seconded by Kimberly Murray, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes.

June 6, 2017 Page 4 Regular Committee Meeting ATHLETIC AND STUDENT ACTIVITIES REPORT Thomas C. Dadey moved that the Athletic Bills, as budgeted for the 2016-2017 School Year be approved as submitted, subject to the final audit.

VOUCHER AMOUNT WARRANT NUMBER(S) 625 $ 80.00 71778 & 71779 627 2,370.00 As Listed 628 1,889.17 As Listed 629 199.00 71866 630 500.00 As Listed 633 300.00 As Listed 635 3,824.05 As Listed

TOTAL $9,162.22 The motion was seconded by Daniel Tomak, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (A-42-17) BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE Edwin J. Mikesic moved that the General Fund Bills, as budgeted for the 2016-2017

School Year be approved as submitted, subject to the final audit.

GENERAL FUND – AP VOUCHER AMOUNT WARRANT NUMBER(S)

627 $ 520,301.03 As Listed 628 173,017.72 As Listed 630 70,690.39 As Listed 631 218,276.34 As Listed 632 549.55 71937 633 119,231.73 As Listed 635 436,307.72 As Listed

SUB-TOTAL $1,538,374.48

GENERAL FUND – CONFERENCE & MILEAGE VOUCHER AMOUNT WARRANT NUMBER(S)

635 $3,011.06 As Listed

SUB-TOTAL $3,011.06

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GENERAL FUND – YMCA

VOUCHER AMOUNT WARRANT NUMBER(S) 628 $18,451.34 71865

631 15,346.05 71936

SUB-TOTAL $33,797.39

TOTAL

$1,575,182.93

FUND 89 – INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM VOUCHER AMOUNT WARRANT NUMBER(S)

630 $ 10.70 71898 631 247.05 71915

TOTAL $257.75

The motion was seconded by Daniel Tomak, and upon being put to a Roll Call vote, passed, the vote being polled as follows: seven ayes (Ahlborn, Dadey, Mikesic, Moore, Murray, Pentz, and Tomak), and one abstention (Arcurio – Mr. Arcurio stated that his abstention was due to a family conflict. His “Record of Abstention Votes” form is attached.) (BF-103-17) Daniel Tomak moved that: The following budget transfers be approved as listed below, per School Code. (BF-104-17)

Building Budget(s): Maintenance Budget 2016-2017 Transfer Amount: 3,003.00 Reason: Adjust budget- additional funds needed in maintenance supply account. Building Budget(s): Supplemental Equipment Grant 2016-2017 Transfer Amount: 346.31 Reason: Adjust budget- to set up a new account for supplies.

June 6, 2017 Page 6 Regular Board Meeting District insurances be renewed for the 2017-18 School Year with Gleason Financial. (BF-105-17)

A. Package $11,646.00

B. Umbrella $12,408.00

C. School Leaders Errors Omissions $15,166.00

D. Automobile $14,002.00

E. Law Enforcement Liability (Optional) $2,486.00

F. Cyber Quote $1M limit w/$15,000 Deductible (Optional)

$8,882.00

G. Workers Compensation Premium $152,371.00

The following School Depositories be approved for the 2017-18 School Year. (BF-106-17)

A. Ameriserv Financial - Cafeteria, Payroll, City RE, Geistown RE, Lower Yoder, RE, West Taylor RE, Stonycreek RE, General Fund, Delinquent Tax Claim Sales, Health Reimbursement Account, International Exchange Program

B. PA Liquid Asset Fund - PSDLAF / PSDMAX

The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (BF-104, 105, and 106-17) Edwin J. Mikesic moved that: The Medical Trust Deposit with The Reschini Group, which represents an increase of 1.4%, for the District’s medical insurance premiums, effective the 2017-18 School Year, be accepted. (BF-107-17) The following property be approved for the exemption of all real Estate taxes, per the Disabled Veterans Real Property Tax Exemption Certification. (BF-108-17)

Bonnie Picklo 102 Vesta Lane Johnstown, PA 15905

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The Blanket Insurance Plan, between the District and 4 Ever Life Insurance Company, administered by Worldwide Insurance Services, LLC, for the Study Abroad Students, at the rate of $95.75 per month, effective August 1, 2017 through July 31, 2018, be approved. (BF-109-17)

The Single Audit Report, in the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards

(SEFA), for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2016, from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, be accepted. (BF-110-17)

The revised School Resource Officer Agreement, between the District and the

City of Johnstown, to have city police presence at Johnstown High School, effective July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2020, be approved. (BF-111-17)

The revised School Resource Officer Agreement, between the District and the

City of Johnstown, to have city police presence at Johnstown Middle School, effective June 1, 2017 to June 30, 2020, be approved. (BF-112-17)

The motion was seconded by Vincent Arcurio, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (BF-107, 108, 109, 110, 111, and 112-17) BUILDINGS AND OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Eugene Pentz moved that the General Fund Bills (Buildings & Operations), as budgeted for the 2016-17 School Year be approved as submitted, subject to the final audit. VOUCHER AMOUNT WARRANT NUMBERS(S) 627 $ 220.00 71785 628 502.00 71826 & 71846 630 1,545.00 71870 & 71872 633 121.52 71944 635 1,648.00 71973 TOTAL $4,036.52 The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a Roll Call vote, passed, the vote being polled as follows: seven ayes (Ahlborn, Arcurio, Dadey, Mikesic, Murray, Pentz, and Tomak) and one abstention (Moore – Mr. Moore stated this his abstention was due to a family conflict. His “Record of Abstention Votes” form is attached.) (BO-29-17)

June 6, 2017 Page 8 Regular Board Meeting Prior to the Board addressing Motion BO-30-17, the following information was presented: Attorney Ronald Repak Attorney Repak stated that on March 2, 2017, the 780 Public Hearing was held, with public comments taken. As well, public comments were open, to be part of the official record, for thirty (30) days. During the required three (3) month waiting period, until a formal decision could be made regarding the building, administrators held additional meetings with staff and community. Attorney Repak cited the three (3) reasons a building could be closed, as per School Code. He also stated that the June 6, 2017 meeting was duly advertised. Mr. Michael Vuckovich Mr. Vuckovich stated that the decision before the Board is a difficult one to make. A copy of Mr. Vuckovich’s “Talking Points” are attached. Mr. Eric Kocsis Mr. Kocsis distributed the following documents: “Savings-Closing JMS” and “Budget Summary for the 2017-18 School Year.” A copy of both are attached. 1. Fund Balance . If the Middle Building was not closed, the Fund Balance would be approximately $1.1 Million at the end of the current school year.

2. Operational Budget . Closing the Middle School would still result in a $639,000 deficit in the Operational Budget for the 2017-18 School Year.

. Act 98 Salaries will not increase for the 2017-18 School Year. 3. Pension Costs

. Pension costs have risen, increasing from less than one percent during the 1999-2000 School Year, to the current 32.57 percent. Mr. Kocsis stated that if the District “stays the course,” a balanced budget could be realized in the future.

June 6, 2017 Page 9 Regular Board Meeting Mrs. Amy Arcurio 1. Cyber School Students The cost of educating students enrolled in Cyber Schools have continued to increase over the past ten years. Currently, the District’s cost to educate

these students is $2 Million annually. 2. Teacher Support Mrs. Arcurio highly praised teachers for not only providing students with a quality education but for also realizing and understanding some of the social issues our students may face. She stated that additional funds can create more opportunities for our students.

Daniel Tomak moved that the permanent closure of the Greater Johnstown Middle School Building, located at 280 Decker Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15906, effective the end of the 2016-17 School Year, to allow for a more thorough and efficient school system and, at the same time, permit the District to continue to meet its obligations under the School Code and its implementing Regulations, be approved. The motion was seconded by Vincent Arcurio. Prior to voting on Motion BO-30-17, Mr. Tomak, Mr. Dadey, Mr. Moore, and Mr. Pentz stated their viewpoint on the closure of the building. As well, any questions were addressed by the Administration. Upon being put to Roll Call vote, the motion passed, with vote being polled as follows: seven ayes (Ahlborn, Arcurio, Dadey, Moore, Murray, Pentz, and Tomak) and one nay (Mikesic). (BO-30-17) CAFETERIA COMMITTEE Thomas C. Dadey moved that the Cafeteria Bills, as budgeted for the 2016-2017 School Year be approved as submitted, subject to the final audit. (C-18-17)

VOUCHER AMOUNT WARRANT NUMBER(S)

634 $8,101.71 As Listed

TOTAL $8,101.71

June 6, 2017 Page 10 Regular Board Meeting The 2017 Summer Food Service Program for the Greater Johnstown School District, be approved. (C-19-17) The following individuals be approved as a Monitor for the 2017 Summer Food Service Program, at the hourly rate of $10.00. (C-20-17)

A. Tara Thiel B. Sherry Wild

The motion was seconded by Daniel Tomak, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (C-18, 19, and 20-17) EDUCATION COMMITTEE Mr. Moore chaired this committee in the absence of Mr. Berzinsky Eugene Pentz moved that the Education Bills, as budgeted for the 2016-2017 School Year be approved as submitted, subject to the final audit.

VOUCHER AMOUNT WARRANT NUMBER(S) 627 $ 71,340.57 As Listed 630 66,863.58 As Listed 631 65,419.53 As Listed

TOTAL $203,623.68 The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a Roll Call vote, passed, the vote being polled as follows: five ayes (Dadey, Mikesic, Murray, Pentz, and Tomak) and three abstentions (Ahlborn, Arcurio, and Moore – Ms. Ahlborn stated that her abstention was due to a work conflict; Mr. Arcurio and Mr. Moore both stated that their abstention was due to a family conflict. Their “Record of Abstention Votes” forms are attached.) (E-180-17) Kimberly Murray moved that the following Board Policies be approved, and the reading waived for the second review:

No. 138 English as a Second Language/Bilingual

Education Program No. 203 Immunizations and Communicable Diseases

No. 204 Attendance No. 351 Drug and Substance Abuse

June 6, 2017 Page 11 Regular Board Meeting The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (E-181-17) Vincent Arcurio moved that the following Board Policy be approved, and the reading waived for the first review:

No. 246 School Wellness

The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (E-182-17) Kimberly Murray moved that: The Cooperative Agreement, between the District and Mount Aloysius College, for Dual Enrollment, effective the 2017-18 School Year, be approved. (E-183-17) The PowerSchool, Quote No. Q-45427-1, dated 5/19/2017, in the amount of $3,543.00, to retain the test server for the 2017-18 School Year, be approved. (E-184-17) The revised list of 2016-2017 bus drivers, be approved. (E-185-17) The following revised District Procedure be approved. (E-186-17)

. Hiring Practices - Application Procedure

The motion was seconded by Daniel Tomak, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (E-183, 184, 185, and 186-17) PERSONNEL AND NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE Mr. Moore chaired this committee. Vincent Arcurio moved that: The Extension of a Child-Rearing Leave of Absence, from Jennifer Hindman, Librarian at East Side and West Side Elementary Schools, effective the 2017-2018 School Year, be approved. (PN-219-17)

June 6, 2017 Page 12 Regular Board Meeting Lori Long be appointed as a Homebound /Instruction in Home Instructor, contingent upon receipt of necessary Clearance documents, with no violations noted, all Clearances must be on file with the Personnel Office prior to the employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration. (PN-220-17) The motion was seconded by Kimberly Murray, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-219 and 220-17) Edwin J. Mikesic moved that individuals be appointed to the following supple-mental Johnstown High School Assistant Varsity Football Coaching positions for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration:

Assistant Varsity Football Coach Mark Mosorjak Assistant Varsity Football Coach Rich Price Assistant Varsity Football Coach Chucky Wyatt, Jr. Assistant Varsity Football Coach Tom Smith Assistant Varsity Football Coach Carlton Haselrig Assistant Varsity Football Coach Will Harris Assistant Varsity Football Coach Benjamin Gibson

The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-221-17) Kimberly Murray moved that individuals be appointed to the following supple-mental Football Coaching positions for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration:

Jr. High 9th Grade Coach Bruce Jordan Jr. High 9th Grade Coach Wayne Jones Jr. High 8th Grade Coach Brian Subich Jr. High 8th Grade Coach Tim Odum Jr. High 7th Grade Coach Not Addressed

The motion was seconded by Eugene Pentz, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-222-17)

June 6, 2017 Page 13 Regular Board Meeting Eugene Pentz moved that Ryan Durham be appointed to the supplemental position of Johnstown High School Boys’ Varsity Head Basketball Coach, for a three-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Adminis-tration. The motion was seconded by Vincent Arcurio, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (Note: The motion was revised when read to change the term to three years.) (PN-223-17) Vincent Arcurio moved that Kurt Hoffman be appointed to the supplemental position of Johnstown High School Girls’ Varsity Head Basketball Coach, for a three-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Adminis- tration. The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (Note: The motion was revised when read to change the term to three years.) (PN-224-17) Kimberly Murray moved hat individuals be appointed to the following supple-mental Johnstown High School Basketball Coaching positions for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration:

Boys’ Varsity Assistant Coach Paul Byer Boys’ Varsity Assistant Coach Xavier Thomas

Girls’ Varsity Assistant Coach Lauren Hoover Girls’ Varsity Assistant Coach Emily Basile The motion was seconded by Eugene Pentz, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-225-17)

June 6, 2017 Page 14 Regular Board Meeting Edwin J. Mikesic moved that individuals be appointed to the following supple-mental Basketball Coaching positions for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration:

Jr. High Boys’ Head Coach Not Addressed Jr. High Boys’ Assistant Coach Roshaun Fields Jr. High Girls’ Head Coach Lonnie Bush Jr. High Girls’ Assistant Coach Crystal Andrews

The motion was seconded by Daniel Tomak, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-226-17) Thomas C. Dadey moved that individuals be appointed to the following supple-mental Weight Room Supervisor positions for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration:

JHS - First Semester Benjamin Gibson JHS - Second Semester Tom Smith JHS - Summer 2017 Carlton Haselrig

The motion was seconded by Eugene Pentz, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-227-17) Vincent Arcurio moved that Gena Pentz be appointed to the supplemental position of Johnstown High School Girls’ Varsity Head Soccer Coach, for a three-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Adminis-tration. The motion was seconded by Edwin J. Mikesic, and upon being put to a Roll Call vote, passed, the vote being polled as follows: seven ayes (Ahlborn, Arcurio, Dadey, Mikesic, Moore, Murray, and Tomak) and one abstention (Pentz – Mr. Pentz stated that his abstention was due to a family conflict. His “Record of Abstention Votes” form is attached). (Note: The motion was revised when read to change the term to three years.) (PN-228-17)

June 6, 2017 Page 15 Regular Board Meeting Kimberly Murray moved that individuals be appointed to the following supple-mental Soccer Coaching positions for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration:

JHS - Boys’ Assistant Coach Devin Carosi

JHS - Girls’ Assistant Coach Ashley Strack Jr. High Intramurals Girls’ Head Coach Not Addressed

The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-229-17) Eugene Pentz moved that Will Harris be appointed to the supplemental position of Johnstown High School Head Varsity Wrestling Coach, for a three-year term, contin-gent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration. The motion was seconded by Edwin J. Mikesic, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-230-17) Vincent Arcurio moved that individuals be appointed to the following supple-mental Wrestling Coaching positions for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration:

JHS Assistant Varsity Coach Carlton Haselrig Jr. High Head Coach Quenteen Robinson Jr. High Assistant Coach Rod Howling

The motion was seconded by Edwin J. Mikesic, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-231-17) Kimberly Murray moved that Terry Maser be appointed to the supplemental position of Johnstown High School Head Varsity Cheerleading Coach, for a three-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Adminis-tration. The motion was seconded by Eugene Pentz, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (Note: The motion was revised when read to change the term to three years.) (PN-232-17)

June 6, 2017 Page 16 Regular Board Meeting Edwin J. Mikesic moved that individuals be appointed to the following supple-mental Cheerleading Advisor positions for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration:

JHS Jr. Varsity Head Coach Jessica Vance JHS Assistant Coach Danielle Hardison Jr. High 7th & 8th Grade Head Coach Allison Minemyer Jr. High 7th & 8th Grade Assistant Coach Jena Sisco

The motion was seconded by Eugene Pentz, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-233-17) Kimberly Murray moved that Lacey Rager be appointed to the supplemental position of Johnstown High School Girls’ Head Varsity Volleyball Coach, for a three-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration. The motion was seconded by Daniel Tomak, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (Note: The motion was revised when read to change the term to three years.) (PN-234-17) Edwin J. Mikesic moved that Lonnie Bush be appointed to the supplemental position of Johnstown High School Girls’ Assistant Volleyball Coach, for a one-year term, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, per the Teachers’ Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration. The motion was seconded by Eugene Pentz, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-235-17) Vincent Arcurio moved that Paige Boyer be appointed to the position of District-Wide Paraprofessional, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, as per the Support Staff Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration. The motion was seconded by Kimberly Murray, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-236-17)

June 6, 2017 Page 17 Regular Board Meeting Thomas C. Dadey moved that Francine Cashaw be appointed to the position of District-Wide Paraprofessional, contingent upon the Personnel Office receiving all necessary payroll forms and Clearance documents, with no violations noted, prior to employment with the District, as per the Support Staff Contract, effective date to be determined by the Administration. The motion was seconded by Vincent Arcurio, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-237-17) Daniel Tomak moved that Megan Cunningham be permitted to volunteer her service to the District, contingent upon receipt of necessary Clearance documents, with no violations noted, all clearances must be on file with the Superintendent’s Office or the Personnel Office prior to the individual’s participation in the District, and the individual must adhere to all guidelines established by the building and Board Policy No. 916. The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-238-17) Vincent Arcurio moved that the School Board Resolution to Approve the Furlough Of Professional Employees, as documented below, be approved:

WHEREAS, the Greater Johnstown School District (“School District”), pursuant to law, held a Section 780 Hearing to consider the possible closing of the Greater Johnstown Middle School; and

WHEREAS, after having the required Section 780 Hearing on March 2,

2017, and having reflected upon the reasons, the Board found a reasonable basis under Section 1311 of the School Code to close the school on June 6, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Section 1124.3 of the Public School Code, provides a

reasonable basis to furlough professional employees for the consolidation of schools, whether within a single district, through a merger of districts, or as a result of joint board agreements, when such consolidation makes it unnecessary to retain the full staff of professional employees; and

WHEREAS, the Board of School Directors has considered the

realignment of staff under the Public School Code of 1949, as amended.

June 6, 2017 Page 18 Page 2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of School

Directors for the Greater Johnstown School District as follows:

1. By a majority vote of the Board of School Directors, a legitimate basis existed to close the Greater Johnstown Middle School.

2. It is determined that a lawful basis exists under Section 1124.3 of the Public School Code for the School District to furlough professional

employees for the closing of one of the District’s Middle School.

3. Furloughs. Pursuant to its authority under Section 1124.3 of the Public School Code, the Board of School Directors approves the furloughs of the following professional employees, effective the end of the 2016-2017 school term, i.e., June 8, 2017, twelve (12) positions. The affected individuals are:

a. Lauren Podlucky, Elementary Teacher Grade 3 b. Susan Hutsky, ESL Teacher c. Ashley Strack, Health & Physical Education Teacher d. Michael O’Connor, Alternative Education Mathematics Teacher e. Samantha Litko, Secondary Guidance f. Melissa Furfari, Elementary Teacher K-5 g. Tabatha Plummer, Elementary Teacher Grade 3 h. Edward Knapic, JHS Electric Teacher i. Michelle Bender, JHS Cosmetology Teacher j. Crystal Dull, JMS Secondary English Teacher k. William Bassett, East Side Elementary School Grade 1 Teacher l. Tyler Sarlouis, Title I Literacy & Numeracy Instructional Facilitator

4. The individuals listed in this Resolution as being furloughed shall be afforded all rights under the Public School Code and the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Education Association, including the exercise of bumping rights as provided by applicable law and the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Superintendent of Schools or his

designee shall take such other actions as may be necessary or appropriate to carry out the above Resolution, including, but not limited to, securing any required notification, and notifying the affected individuals of this action, as well as the adoption of this Resolution.

June 6, 2017 Page 19 Page 2

Duly adopted this 6th day of June, 2017, by a majority vote of the Board of School Directors of the Greater Johnstown School District.

The motion was seconded by Thomas C. Dadey, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (Note: The motion was corrected when read to indicate twelve positions.) (PN-239-17) Vincent Arcurio moved that the following professional positions be created, effective the 2017-2018 School Year, and the Administration be authorized to post the vacancies, and advertise the vacancies, using outside sources, if necessary:

A. Autistic Support/Life Skills/MDS - Elementary B. Business, Computer and Info. Tech / Mid-Level Math - JMS C. STEAM - Elementary D. Child Care - Vocational/PK-4 or N-3 - JHS E. Fifth Grade - Elementary

The motion was seconded by Eugene Pentz, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-240-17) Kimberly Murray moved that the Memorandum of Understanding, between the Board/District and the Greater Johnstown Education Association, regarding the posting period of supplemental positions, be approved. The motion was seconded by Edwin J. Mikesic, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-241-17) Eugene Pentz moved that the School Board Resolution to Approve Furlough for Reasons of Economy and Efficiency, as documented below, be approved:

WHEREAS, Section 514 of the Public School Code of 1949, as

amended, authorizes school districts to eliminate support staff positions for reasons of economy and efficiency.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of School

Directors for the Greater Johnstown School District:

June 6, 2017 Page 20 Regular Board Meeting Pursuant to its authority under Section 514 of the Public School Code,

for reasons of economy and efficiency, the Board of School Directors approves the elimination of the following positions held by the individuals listed below, effective June 30, 2017:

a. Becky Stevanus, JMS Clerk Principal’s Office b. Linda Myers, JMS Clerk c. Tonya Myers, District-Wide Central Clerk d. Angela King, District-Wide JMS Clerk

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Superintendent of Schools or his designee shall take such other actions as may be necessary or appropriate to carry out this Resolution, including, but not limited to, notifying the affected individuals of this action, as well as the adoption of this Resolution.

Duly adopted this 6th day of June 2017, by a majority vote of the Board of School Directors of the Greater Johnstown School District.

The motion was seconded by Kimberly Murray, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-242-17) Eugene Pentz moved that the School Board Resolution to Approve Furlough for Reasons of Economy and Efficiency, as documented below, be approved:

WHEREAS, Section 514 of the Public School Code of 1949, as

amended, authorizes school districts to eliminate support staff positions for reasons of economy and efficiency.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of School

Directors for the Greater Johnstown School District:

Pursuant to its authority under Section 514 of the Public School Code, for reasons of economy and efficiency, the Board of School Directors

June 6, 2017 Page 21 Regular Board Meeting

approves the elimination of the following positions held by the individuals listed below, effective August 31, 2017:

a. Jeff Lehman, JMS Heavy-Duty Cleaner b. John Urban, JMS Heavy-Duty Cleaner c. John Ahlborn, District-Wide Heavy-Duty Cleaner d. Steve Gojermac, District-Wide Heavy-Duty Cleaner e. Andrew Lund, District-Wide Heavy-Duty Cleaner f. Eugene Stoykovich, District-Wide Heavy-Duty Cleaner g. Coty Whitaker, District-Wide Heavy-Duty Cleaner h. Raymond Karlick, District-Wide Heavy-Duty Cleaner i. Keith Lehman, District-Wide Part-Time Heavy-Duty Cleaner j. Carl Rummel, District-Wide Part-Time Heavy-Duty Cleaner

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Superintendent of Schools or his designee shall take such other actions as may be necessary or appropriate to carry out this Resolution, including, but not limited to, notifying the affected individuals of this action, as well as the adoption of this Resolution.

Duly adopted this 6th day of June 2017, by a majority vote of the Board of School Directors of the Greater Johnstown School District.

The motion was seconded by Vincent Arcurio, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (Note: The motion was corrected when read to include the names of Stoykovich, Whitaker, and Karlick.) (PN-243-17) Kimberly Murray moved that that the following support staff positions be created, effective the 2017-2018 School Year, and the Administration be authorized the vacancies, and advertise the vacancies, using outside sources, if necessary:

A. District-Wide Clerk assigned to West Side Elementary School B. District-Wide Clerk assigned to Johnstown High School C. District-Wide Heavy-Duty Cleaner assigned to West Side

Elementary School D. District-Wide Heavy-Duty Cleaner assigned to Johnstown High School

The motion was seconded by Daniel Tomak, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-244-17)

June 6, 2017 Page 22 Regular Board Meeting Daniel Tomak moved that, based upon the nomination/recommendation by the District’s Interim Superintendent, Mr. Michael Vuckovich, Mrs. Amy Arcurio’s title be changed from “Assistant to the Superintendent” to “Assistant Superintendent,” effective June 6, 2017 through June 30, 2020, and her Contract be approved. The motion was seconded by Kimberly Murray, and upon being put to a Roll Call vote, passed, the vote being polled as follows: seven ayes (Ahlborn, Dadey, Mikesic, Moore, Murray, Pentz, and Tomak) and one abstention (Arcurio – Mr. Arcurio stated that his abstention was due to a family conflict. His “Record of Abstention Votes” form is attached.) (PN-245-17) Eugene Pentz moved that: The Contract of Racquel DeWitt, Coordinator of Internal Controls within the District, be renewed for a five-year term, effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2022, and the contract be approved. (PN-246-17) The salary of Richard G. Price, Truancy Program Director, be adjusted by $10,000, effective July 1, 2017. (PN-247-17) The motion was seconded by Daniel Tomak, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. (PN-246 and 247-17) ADJOURNMENT Thomas C. Dadey moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:20 p.m. The motion was seconded by Kimberly Murray, and upon being put to a vote, passed, the vote being polled as all ayes. Debra A. Crowder Board Secretary _______________________________ Cynthia Ahlborn, Board President Date Approved: