Minutes 2024-11-25

York Suburban Board Of School Directors
Regular Monthly Meeting
November 25, 2024 – 7 p.m.
York Suburban High School Cafeteria
M I N U T E S

(Pending approval December 3, 2024)

  1. General Business – Mrs. Schroeder, Board President
    1. Mrs. Schroeder called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
    2. Board Members Roll Call
      1. Present: Pinal Desai, Ellen Freireich, Nicole Hesson, Richard Robinson, James Sanders, Rolanda SanMartin, Lois Ann Schroeder, Steve Sullivan, and Ashley Turner. 
      2. Absent: None.
    3. An opportunity was provided for public comments on agenda items.
      1. Dan Barker (Springettsbury Township) commented on policies under the Superintendent’s Report.
      2. Joel Sears (Spring Garden Township) commented on the Act 34 Hearing.  
      3. Louise Soskin (Springettsbury Township)commented on the Act 34 Booklet.
      4. Beth Ann Walp (Spring Garden Township) commented on the Act 34 Booklet.
    4. Approval of Minutes
      1. The minutes from the planning committee meeting conducted on November 11, 2024 were approved.
  2. Treasurer’s Report – Reported by Mrs. Kendig
    1. The Board approved the following financial reports for October 2024 as part of a consent agenda:  
      Motion, Desai; Second, Sanders of consent items 1a-1d, 1f, 1g. Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion passed unanimously 9-0.
      Motion, SanMartin Second, Sanders of consent item 1e. Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion passed 8-1. (Nay Vote: Sanders) 

      1. Treasurer’s Reports
      2. General Fund Revenue Report
      3. General Fund Expenditure Report
      4. Summary Reports
        1. Capital Project
          1. Intermediate Project
          2. HS Renovation Project
        2. Food Service
        3. Capital Reserve
      5. Check Summary Reports
        1. General Fund
        2. Food Service
        3. Capital Project
        4. Capital Reserve
      6. Student Activities Fund Revenue Report
      7. Student Activities Fund Expenditure Report
  3. Board President’s Report – Mrs. Schroeder
    1. Mrs. Schroeder informed the Board that she requested the Administration to prepare answers and provide clarification on the Board’s questions regarding the construction project and the Act 34 Booklet.
  4. Student Board Representative Report – Nicole Escano Henriquez
    1. No report was provided. 
  5. Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Krauser
    1. Dr. Krauser provided the following report.
      1. November 2024 Enrollment Reports
    2. Mr. Seth Wentz of Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates provided an update on the land development process to date and outlined the schedule.  
    3. The Board unanimously approved the following policies:
      Motion, Desai, Second, Freireich. Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion passed 9-0.

      1. Policy 222 – Tobacco and Vaping Products
      2. Policy 227 – Controlled Substances/Paraphernalia
      3. Policy 323 – Tobacco
      4. Policy 3u51 – Drug and Substance Abuse
      5. Policy 801 – Public Records
    4. The Board unanimously approved the overnight field trip request for the Boys and Girls Basketball teams to travel to Pittsburgh, PA, for a PIAA Tournament.
      Motion, Desai, Second, Freireich. Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion passed 9-0.
  6. Business Office Report – Mrs. Kendig
    1. The Board unanimously approved the following items as part of a consent agenda.
      Motion, Desai, Second, Robinson. Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion passed 9-0.

      1. The Administration recommends Board approval for the Student Teacher Affiliation Agreement with The Pennsylvania State University for one year, renewable for up to five years at no cost to the District. 
      2. The Administration recommends Board approval for the Cooperative Nurse Practicum Affiliation Agreement with Eastern School of Nursing for the 2024-25 school year at no cost to the District. 
      3. The Administration recommends Board approval for the Agreement with Transfinder (our District transportation software provider) in the amount of $13,370.00 to provide the necessary software, data, and training services needed to migrate to Routefinder Plus Platform. 
      4. The Administration recommends Board approval for the renewal of an agreement with Ruppert Detective Agency LLP to provide security services for the 2024-25 school year at a rate of $27/hour with a four (4) hour minimum. This is a $2/hour increase over 2023-24.
      5. The Administration recommends Board approval for the Schedule A Revision with Vector Solutions to add an additional Professional Development Tracking module for the 2025-2028 school years at an annual cost of $13,312.75.
  7. Academic Standards & Curriculum Committee Report – Dr. Sullivan
    1. No report was provided.
  8. Communications Committee Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. No report was provided. 
  9. Personnel Committee Report – Mr. Robinson
    1. The Board unanimously approved the following items as part of a consent agenda.
      Motion, Robinson, Second, Turner; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, yes. Motion passed 9-0.

      1. Extracurricular 
        1. Recommend the board to approve Naomi Marquez, High School Musical Assistant #4, at $1,684, and Musical Assistant # 7 (50% ) at $355 for a total stipend of $2,039, as represented in the YSEA bargaining agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all onboarding requirements. 
        2. Recommend the board to approve the appointment of Jamie Evans and Kevin Willson as Assistant Athletic Directors, effective for the 2024-2025 winter season with a stipend of $2,000 per season.
        3. Recommend the board to approve David Miele, Head Baseball Coach, at York Suburban High School for the 2024-2025 season, with an annual stipend of $5,514, as represented in the YSEA bargaining agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all onboarding requirements. 
      2. Leave
        1. Recommend the board to approve an extended leave of absence for Kathryn Stahlnecker from April 4, 2025 through May 30, 2025.
        2. Recommend the board to approve an extended leave of absence for Danielle Myers, Teacher at YS Middle School from December 9, 2024 through December 17, 2024.
      3. Resignation
        1. Recommend the board to accept the resignation of Roxanne Shearer, Attendance Administrative Assistant at Indian Rock Elementary, effective December 20, 2024. 
        2. Recommend the board to accept the resignation of Kyle Hastings, Technology Support Specialist at York Suburban School District, effective December 6, 2024.
      4. Retirement
        1. Recommend the board to accept the retirement of Stephanie Crumbling, Elementary Teacher at Indian Rock Elementary School, effective at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. Stephanie has dedicated 25 years of service to the York Suburban School District. 
        2. Recommend the board to accept the retirement of John Enders, Girls Cross Country Head Coach at YS High School, effective November 11, 2024. John has dedicated 18 years of service to the York Suburban School District.
      5. Volunteers
        1. T’Azjah Generett
        2. Susan Hinman
        3. Erica Jolly
        4. Carolyn Knudson
        5. Travis Mitchell
        6. MinhDang Vi
  10. Property & Finance Committee Report – Mr. Desai
    1. Mr. Desai provided a summary of the meeting held on Monday, November 18, 2024.
    2. Action Items Approved by the Board:
      1. The Board approved the Crabtree AIA Document G802-2017 – HS project # 3703 agreement for the High School Renovation Project.
        Motion, Desai; Second, Hesson. Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion passed 8-1. (Nay Vote: Sanders)
      2. The Board approved the Bid proposal from Detwiler Roofing to replace the roof at Valley View in the amount of $2,282,000. The District was awarded a $500,000 Public School Facilities Grant. This will be used towards the total cost of the project. (attached)
        Motion, Desai; Second, Turner. Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion passed 9-0.
      3. The Board approved the Act 34 Maximum Building Construction cost as presented in the Booklet for the proposed construction of a new intermediate school.
        Motion, Desai; Second, Turner, Hesson. Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion passed 7-2. (Nay Votes: Sanders, Sullivan)
  11. Lincoln Intermediate Unit Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. No report was provided for the LIU or the LIU Joint Operating Authority.
  12. York Adams Academy Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. Mrs. Freireich reported that the upcoming January graduation is expected to be a large group, potentially requiring a larger venue.
  13. Legislative Update – Mr. Robinson
    1. Mr. Robinson provided the following information:
      1. Representative Jesse Topper was appointed Republican Floor Leader.
      2. On December 5, 2024, the Independent Regulatory Review Commission will consider new standards. 
      3. Secretary of Education, Dr. Khalid N. Mumin announced his resignation. 
  14. York Adams Tax Bureau Report – Mrs. Kendig
    1. Mrs. Kendig reported that the Bureau passed their budget for the year and they are holding their collection fee at 1.75%.
  15. York County School of Technology Report – Mrs. Schroeder
    1. Mrs. Schroeder provided the Mini-Board Report from the YCST Joint Operating Committee meeting held on November 19, 2024. A quorum was not met for the meeting therefore, no final actions were taken.
  16. Mrs. Schroeder thanked everyone for attending the meeting.
  17. A list of upcoming events was provided.
  18. The board meeting and committee schedules were provided.
  19. A second opportunity was provided for public comment. 
    1. Dan Barker (Springettsbury Township) commented on the YS High School Pool.
    2. Mary Hawkins (Spring Garden Township) commented on community relations and communication. 
    3. Jennie James (Spring Garden Township) commented on the YS High School Pool.
    4. Chris Sanders (Springettsbury Township) made general comments regarding the construction and renovation projects.
    5. Cathy Shaffer (Spring Garden Township) commented on the YS High School Pool.  
    6. Harry Strohman (Spring Garden Township) commented on the Intermediate School Construction Project. 
    7. Five (5) electronic public comments were received for Board review:
      1. Aiden Weisz (Spring Garden Township) commented on the construction and renovation projects.
      2. Vyotta Hawk (Spring Garden Township) commented on the construction and renovation projects.
      3. Emily Noll (Spring Garden Township) commented on the construction and renovation projects.
      4. Kandi Saikia (Spring Garden Township) commented on the construction and renovation projects.
      5. Paul Saikia (Spring Garden Township) commented on the construction and renovation projects.  
  20.  Board Comments / Recognitions
    1. Mr. Robinson provided a general comment.  
  21. Adjournment
    1. The meeting was adjourned at 9:01 pm.
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