REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)
	3,889
	
Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)
	3,274
	
Linda Burns (Three Year Term)
	3,218
	
Martin Ramirez
	2,631
	
Yassine ElKaryani
	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member
	Present
	Absent
	
Ms. Burns (Linda)
			
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
			
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
			
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
			
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
			
Mr. Rose (Howard)
			
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
			
Dr. Walser (Ardie)
			
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:
Meeting Date
	Meeting Type
	Location
	
January 8, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
January 15, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
February 5, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
February 12, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review
	Teaneck High School
	
February 26, 2020
	Special Budget Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
March 11, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
March 18, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
April 1, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
April 29, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
May 13, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
May 20, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
June 10, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
June 17, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
August 26, 2020
	Special Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
September 9, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
September 16, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
October 7, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
October 14, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
November 4, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
November 11, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
December 2, 2020
	Workshop Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
December 9, 2020
	Regular Public Meeting
	Teaneck High School
	
January 6, 2021
	Reorganization Meeting
	Teaneck High School

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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5.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons as Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Teaneck Board of Education, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization meeting, in accordance with N.J.S.Å.18Å:18A-2(b) and per 18A:18A-7.Melissa Simmons, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;

Be It Further Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of $40,000 for the Board of Education, and further authorizes Melissa Simmons, SBA/BS to award contracts, in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.(Emergency Purchases), and prepare and issue all purchase orders in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq. and applicable Board policies and regulations. The Board authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to take all reasonable actions necessary, including, but not limited to legal advertisements and execution of contracts deemed necessary to implement the purchasing statute, N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq.

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6.	Be It Resolved, that the Board authorize the Business Administrator to audit all claims and demands to be paid, provide for approval, and make payment of audited claims and demands prior to the Board meeting. Any such approvals shall be presented to the Board at the next meeting for ratification, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 and 18A:19-4.1.

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7.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Ms. Melissa Simmons as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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8.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Tunde Adedoyin, Title IX Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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9.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis and Tunde Adedoyin, Affirmative Action Officers, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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10. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis, ADA/ 504 Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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11. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Danny Gareri, Coordinator of McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless and Youth Program, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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5.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons as Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Teaneck Board of Education, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization meeting, in accordance with N.J.S.Å.18Å:18A-2(b) and per 18A:18A-7.Melissa Simmons, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;

Be It Further Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of $40,000 for the Board of Education, and further authorizes Melissa Simmons, SBA/BS to award contracts, in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.(Emergency Purchases), and prepare and issue all purchase orders in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq. and applicable Board policies and regulations. The Board authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to take all reasonable actions necessary, including, but not limited to legal advertisements and execution of contracts deemed necessary to implement the purchasing statute, N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq.

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6.	Be It Resolved, that the Board authorize the Business Administrator to audit all claims and demands to be paid, provide for approval, and make payment of audited claims and demands prior to the Board meeting. Any such approvals shall be presented to the Board at the next meeting for ratification, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 and 18A:19-4.1.

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7.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Ms. Melissa Simmons as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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8.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Tunde Adedoyin, Title IX Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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9.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis and Tunde Adedoyin, Affirmative Action Officers, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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10. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis, ADA/ 504 Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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11. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Danny Gareri, Coordinator of McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless and Youth Program, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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12. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony D'Angelo, Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer and Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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13. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates,The Record, as the Official Newspaper, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2020 calendar year.

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14. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Attorneys of Records at the amounts listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, be authorized to engage these firms for each category of legal services for the 2020 calendar year not to exceed $300,000.00 not including legal fees for settlements.

General Counsel

·	Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala, Taylor, LLC - $160 per hr ·         Busch Law Group, LLC - $150 per hr
Special Education

·	Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC - $150 per hr

·	Buglione, Hutton & DeYoe, LLC - $150/$135 per hr Negotiations/Labor
·	DiFrancesco Bateman (Phil Stern) - $160 per hr ·         Hunt, Hamlin & Ridley - $150/$125 per hr
Bond Counsel

·	McManimon, Scotland, Baumann - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)
.	Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)

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15. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Engineer of Records at the rates listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Engineering services for the 2020 calendar year.

Engineering-ESIP

-CHA Design/Construction Solutions

-DBL Associates (3rd party measurement and verification) Not to exceed 110% of $190,000
Engineering of Record

RVE (Remington & Vernick Engineers) $180 per hour

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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5.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons as Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Teaneck Board of Education, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization meeting, in accordance with N.J.S.Å.18Å:18A-2(b) and per 18A:18A-7.Melissa Simmons, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;

Be It Further Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of $40,000 for the Board of Education, and further authorizes Melissa Simmons, SBA/BS to award contracts, in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.(Emergency Purchases), and prepare and issue all purchase orders in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq. and applicable Board policies and regulations. The Board authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to take all reasonable actions necessary, including, but not limited to legal advertisements and execution of contracts deemed necessary to implement the purchasing statute, N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq.

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6.	Be It Resolved, that the Board authorize the Business Administrator to audit all claims and demands to be paid, provide for approval, and make payment of audited claims and demands prior to the Board meeting. Any such approvals shall be presented to the Board at the next meeting for ratification, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 and 18A:19-4.1.

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7.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Ms. Melissa Simmons as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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8.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Tunde Adedoyin, Title IX Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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9.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis and Tunde Adedoyin, Affirmative Action Officers, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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10. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis, ADA/ 504 Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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11. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Danny Gareri, Coordinator of McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless and Youth Program, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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12. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony D'Angelo, Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer and Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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13. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates,The Record, as the Official Newspaper, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2020 calendar year.

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14. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Attorneys of Records at the amounts listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, be authorized to engage these firms for each category of legal services for the 2020 calendar year not to exceed $300,000.00 not including legal fees for settlements.

General Counsel

·	Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala, Taylor, LLC - $160 per hr ·         Busch Law Group, LLC - $150 per hr
Special Education

·	Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC - $150 per hr

·	Buglione, Hutton & DeYoe, LLC - $150/$135 per hr Negotiations/Labor
·	DiFrancesco Bateman (Phil Stern) - $160 per hr ·         Hunt, Hamlin & Ridley - $150/$125 per hr
Bond Counsel

·	McManimon, Scotland, Baumann - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)
.	Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)

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15. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Engineer of Records at the rates listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Engineering services for the 2020 calendar year.

Engineering-ESIP

-CHA Design/Construction Solutions

-DBL Associates (3rd party measurement and verification) Not to exceed 110% of $190,000
Engineering of Record

RVE (Remington & Vernick Engineers) $180 per hour

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16. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints DiCara/Rubino, Architect of Record at $170 per hour and Parette Somjen Architects, LLC at $164 per hour for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Architectural services.

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17. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Wielkotz & Company, Certified Public Accountants, as the Public School Auditors for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting not to exceed 110% of $48,000.

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18. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Dr. Barry Weissman and Dr. Joseph Fruchter, of All Bergen Pediatrics, as Medical Inspectors, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18, 4:40-1, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, total annual fee not to exceed $83,500.

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19. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony Bianchi, Treasurer of School Moneys, pursuant to N.J. S.A. 18A: 17-31, for the period January 1 , 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, at annual salary of $10,800.

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20. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Adrienne Williams, Substance Awareness Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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21. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following banks as depositories for Teaneck Board of Education funds; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary is authorized to invest the Board's funds consistent with statutes and regulations:

1. TD Bank

2. NJ Cash Management Fund 3. Teaneck Federal Credit Union 4. Capital One

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22. Be It Resolved, that OMNI provides administration services for 403B and 457 plans as specified in the schedule Plan and that the parties agree for OMNI to act as third-party administrator for the Plan in accordance with the contract provisions.

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23. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education authorizes the following individuals to sign for and on behalf of the Board of Education, any and all checks, drafts, or other orders with respect to any funds at any time to the credit of this Board with the depositories and/or against any accounts of this Board maintained at any time with the depositories, inclusive of any such checks, drafts or other orders drawn to cash or bearer or in favor of any of the below designated officers and/or other persons, firms or corporations, and that said depositories be and hereby are authorized without further

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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5.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons as Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Teaneck Board of Education, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization meeting, in accordance with N.J.S.Å.18Å:18A-2(b) and per 18A:18A-7.Melissa Simmons, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;

Be It Further Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of $40,000 for the Board of Education, and further authorizes Melissa Simmons, SBA/BS to award contracts, in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.(Emergency Purchases), and prepare and issue all purchase orders in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq. and applicable Board policies and regulations. The Board authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to take all reasonable actions necessary, including, but not limited to legal advertisements and execution of contracts deemed necessary to implement the purchasing statute, N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq.

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6.	Be It Resolved, that the Board authorize the Business Administrator to audit all claims and demands to be paid, provide for approval, and make payment of audited claims and demands prior to the Board meeting. Any such approvals shall be presented to the Board at the next meeting for ratification, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 and 18A:19-4.1.

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7.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Ms. Melissa Simmons as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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8.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Tunde Adedoyin, Title IX Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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9.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis and Tunde Adedoyin, Affirmative Action Officers, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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10. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis, ADA/ 504 Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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11. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Danny Gareri, Coordinator of McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless and Youth Program, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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12. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony D'Angelo, Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer and Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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13. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates,The Record, as the Official Newspaper, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2020 calendar year.

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14. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Attorneys of Records at the amounts listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, be authorized to engage these firms for each category of legal services for the 2020 calendar year not to exceed $300,000.00 not including legal fees for settlements.

General Counsel

·	Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala, Taylor, LLC - $160 per hr ·         Busch Law Group, LLC - $150 per hr
Special Education

·	Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC - $150 per hr

·	Buglione, Hutton & DeYoe, LLC - $150/$135 per hr Negotiations/Labor
·	DiFrancesco Bateman (Phil Stern) - $160 per hr ·         Hunt, Hamlin & Ridley - $150/$125 per hr
Bond Counsel

·	McManimon, Scotland, Baumann - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)
.	Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)

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15. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Engineer of Records at the rates listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Engineering services for the 2020 calendar year.

Engineering-ESIP

-CHA Design/Construction Solutions

-DBL Associates (3rd party measurement and verification) Not to exceed 110% of $190,000
Engineering of Record

RVE (Remington & Vernick Engineers) $180 per hour

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16. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints DiCara/Rubino, Architect of Record at $170 per hour and Parette Somjen Architects, LLC at $164 per hour for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Architectural services.

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17. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Wielkotz & Company, Certified Public Accountants, as the Public School Auditors for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting not to exceed 110% of $48,000.

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18. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Dr. Barry Weissman and Dr. Joseph Fruchter, of All Bergen Pediatrics, as Medical Inspectors, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18, 4:40-1, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, total annual fee not to exceed $83,500.

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19. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony Bianchi, Treasurer of School Moneys, pursuant to N.J. S.A. 18A: 17-31, for the period January 1 , 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, at annual salary of $10,800.

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20. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Adrienne Williams, Substance Awareness Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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21. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following banks as depositories for Teaneck Board of Education funds; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary is authorized to invest the Board's funds consistent with statutes and regulations:

1. TD Bank

2. NJ Cash Management Fund 3. Teaneck Federal Credit Union 4. Capital One

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22. Be It Resolved, that OMNI provides administration services for 403B and 457 plans as specified in the schedule Plan and that the parties agree for OMNI to act as third-party administrator for the Plan in accordance with the contract provisions.

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23. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education authorizes the following individuals to sign for and on behalf of the Board of Education, any and all checks, drafts, or other orders with respect to any funds at any time to the credit of this Board with the depositories and/or against any accounts of this Board maintained at any time with the depositories, inclusive of any such checks, drafts or other orders drawn to cash or bearer or in favor of any of the below designated officers and/or other persons, firms or corporations, and that said depositories be and hereby are authorized without further inquiry to:

A.	Pay the same to the debit of any accounts of this Board then maintained with them; B. Receive, as the act of this Board, reconcilements of accounts when signed by any one or more of the below designated officers and/or individuals; and
C.	Receive for deposit to the credit of this Board and/or for collection for the account of this Board, any and all checks, drafts, notes or other instruments for the payment of money, whether or not endorsed by the Board, which may be received for it such deposit and/or collection, it being understood that each item shall be deemed to have been unqualifiedly endorsed by this Board; and

Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized to execute the required forms to maintain said accounts:

TD BANK
	REQUIRED SIGNATORIES
	
Warrant Account
	Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
	
Payroll Account
	Treasurer
	
Food Services Account
	Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
	
Payroll Agency Account
	Treasurer
	
Workers’ Comp Claim Account c/o Inservo, Inc.
	Michael Pierson and Debra Stout As Agents of the Board
	
Capital One
	Required Signatories
	
General Account
	Board President
Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary

New Jersey Cash Management
	Required Signatories
	
General Account
	Business Administrator/Board Secretary
Or Assistant Board Secretary
	
Teaneck Federal Credit Union
	Required Signatories
	
Teaneck Board of Education Music Fund
	Supervisor of Fine & Performing Arts Or Assistant Board Secretary
	
Teaneck High School Student Activity Fund
	High School Principal and Treasurer Or Principal’s Secretary
	
Teaneck High School Athletic Fund
	Athletic Director
	
Ben Franklin Middle School Student Activity Fund
	BF Middle School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Hawthorne School Student Activity Fund
	Hawthorne Principal and Principal’s Secretary
	
Lowell School Student Activity Fund
	Lowell Principal and Principal’s Secretary
	
Bryant School Student Activity Fund
	Bryant Principal and Principal’s Secretary
	
Tolerance
	High School Principal and

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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5.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons as Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Teaneck Board of Education, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization meeting, in accordance with N.J.S.Å.18Å:18A-2(b) and per 18A:18A-7.Melissa Simmons, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;

Be It Further Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of $40,000 for the Board of Education, and further authorizes Melissa Simmons, SBA/BS to award contracts, in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.(Emergency Purchases), and prepare and issue all purchase orders in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq. and applicable Board policies and regulations. The Board authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to take all reasonable actions necessary, including, but not limited to legal advertisements and execution of contracts deemed necessary to implement the purchasing statute, N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq.

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6.	Be It Resolved, that the Board authorize the Business Administrator to audit all claims and demands to be paid, provide for approval, and make payment of audited claims and demands prior to the Board meeting. Any such approvals shall be presented to the Board at the next meeting for ratification, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 and 18A:19-4.1.

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7.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Ms. Melissa Simmons as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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8.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Tunde Adedoyin, Title IX Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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9.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis and Tunde Adedoyin, Affirmative Action Officers, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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10. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis, ADA/ 504 Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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11. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Danny Gareri, Coordinator of McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless and Youth Program, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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12. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony D'Angelo, Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer and Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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13. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates,The Record, as the Official Newspaper, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2020 calendar year.

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14. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Attorneys of Records at the amounts listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, be authorized to engage these firms for each category of legal services for the 2020 calendar year not to exceed $300,000.00 not including legal fees for settlements.

General Counsel

·	Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala, Taylor, LLC - $160 per hr ·         Busch Law Group, LLC - $150 per hr
Special Education

·	Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC - $150 per hr

·	Buglione, Hutton & DeYoe, LLC - $150/$135 per hr Negotiations/Labor
·	DiFrancesco Bateman (Phil Stern) - $160 per hr ·         Hunt, Hamlin & Ridley - $150/$125 per hr
Bond Counsel

·	McManimon, Scotland, Baumann - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)
.	Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)

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15. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Engineer of Records at the rates listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Engineering services for the 2020 calendar year.

Engineering-ESIP

-CHA Design/Construction Solutions

-DBL Associates (3rd party measurement and verification) Not to exceed 110% of $190,000
Engineering of Record

RVE (Remington & Vernick Engineers) $180 per hour

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16. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints DiCara/Rubino, Architect of Record at $170 per hour and Parette Somjen Architects, LLC at $164 per hour for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Architectural services.

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17. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Wielkotz & Company, Certified Public Accountants, as the Public School Auditors for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting not to exceed 110% of $48,000.

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18. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Dr. Barry Weissman and Dr. Joseph Fruchter, of All Bergen Pediatrics, as Medical Inspectors, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18, 4:40-1, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, total annual fee not to exceed $83,500.

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19. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony Bianchi, Treasurer of School Moneys, pursuant to N.J. S.A. 18A: 17-31, for the period January 1 , 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, at annual salary of $10,800.

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20. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Adrienne Williams, Substance Awareness Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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21. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following banks as depositories for Teaneck Board of Education funds; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary is authorized to invest the Board's funds consistent with statutes and regulations:

1. TD Bank

2. NJ Cash Management Fund 3. Teaneck Federal Credit Union 4. Capital One

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22. Be It Resolved, that OMNI provides administration services for 403B and 457 plans as specified in the schedule Plan and that the parties agree for OMNI to act as third-party administrator for the Plan in accordance with the contract provisions.

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23. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education authorizes the following individuals to sign for and on behalf of the Board of Education, any and all checks, drafts, or other orders with respect to any funds at any time to the credit of this Board with the depositories and/or against any accounts of this Board maintained at any time with the depositories, inclusive of any such checks, drafts or other orders drawn to cash or bearer or in favor of any of the below designated officers and/or other persons, firms or corporations, and that said depositories be and hereby are authorized without further inquiry to:

A.	Pay the same to the debit of any accounts of this Board then maintained with them; B. Receive, as the act of this Board, reconcilements of accounts when signed by any one or more of the below designated officers and/or individuals; and
C.	Receive for deposit to the credit of this Board and/or for collection for the account of this Board, any and all checks, drafts, notes or other instruments for the payment of money, whether or not endorsed by the Board, which may be received for it such deposit and/or collection, it being understood that each item shall be deemed to have been unqualifiedly endorsed by this Board; and

Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized to execute the required forms to maintain said accounts:

TD BANK Warrant Account

Payroll Account

Food Services Account

Payroll Agency Account Workers’ Comp Claim Account c/o Inservo, Inc.
Capital One

General Account

REQUIRED SIGNATORIES Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
Treasurer

Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
Treasurer

Michael Pierson and Debra Stout As Agents of the Board
Required Signatories Board President
Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Or Assistant Board Secretary

New Jersey Cash Management General Account

Teaneck Federal Credit Union Teaneck Board of Education Music Fund
Teaneck High School Student Activity Fund Teaneck High School Athletic Fund
Ben Franklin Middle School Student Activity Fund Hawthorne School
Student Activity Fund Lowell School Student Activity Fund Bryant School
Student Activity Fund

Required Signatories Business Administrator/Board Secretary
Or Assistant Board Secretary Required Signatories
Supervisor of Fine & Performing Arts Or Assistant Board Secretary High School Principal and Treasurer Or Principal’s Secretary
Athletic Director

BF Middle School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hawthorne Principal and Principal’s Secretary Lowell Principal and Principal’s Secretary Bryant Principal and Principal’s Secretary

Tolerance Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Agnes Halajian Scholarship Account
	Hawthorne School Principal and Principal’s Secretary
	
African American Studies Scholarship Account
	High School Principal or Assistant Principal
	
Bergen County
Director of Guidance Award
	High School Principal or Assistant Principal
	
Donyale Morton Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Edna Marx Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Floyd Schmid Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Marion Shelby Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal or Principal’s Secretary
	
Muriel Rosemarin Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Paul Nonas Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Stephan J. Kingslow Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Stuart Sharenow Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Susan Gardner Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal or Athletic Director
	
Wells Jenny Scholarship Account
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Milton & Rose Gold Rosenbloom Prize
	High School Principal and Assistant Principal
	
Director of Guidance Account
	High School Principal and Asst. Superintendent
	
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Account
	Thomas Jefferson Middle School Principal and Principal’s Secretary
	
Teaneck Community Education Center
Refund/Petty Cash Account
	Director and Board Secretary or Assistant Board Secretary
	
Petty Cash Account- Business Office
	BA/Asst. BA/ Asst.Superintendent

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

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Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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5.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons as Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Teaneck Board of Education, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization meeting, in accordance with N.J.S.Å.18Å:18A-2(b) and per 18A:18A-7.Melissa Simmons, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;

Be It Further Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of $40,000 for the Board of Education, and further authorizes Melissa Simmons, SBA/BS to award contracts, in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.(Emergency Purchases), and prepare and issue all purchase orders in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq. and applicable Board policies and regulations. The Board authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to take all reasonable actions necessary, including, but not limited to legal advertisements and execution of contracts deemed necessary to implement the purchasing statute, N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq.

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6.	Be It Resolved, that the Board authorize the Business Administrator to audit all claims and demands to be paid, provide for approval, and make payment of audited claims and demands prior to the Board meeting. Any such approvals shall be presented to the Board at the next meeting for ratification, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 and 18A:19-4.1.

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7.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Ms. Melissa Simmons as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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8.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Tunde Adedoyin, Title IX Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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9.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis and Tunde Adedoyin, Affirmative Action Officers, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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10. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis, ADA/ 504 Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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11. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Danny Gareri, Coordinator of McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless and Youth Program, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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12. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony D'Angelo, Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer and Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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13. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates,The Record, as the Official Newspaper, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2020 calendar year.

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14. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Attorneys of Records at the amounts listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, be authorized to engage these firms for each category of legal services for the 2020 calendar year not to exceed $300,000.00 not including legal fees for settlements.

General Counsel

·	Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala, Taylor, LLC - $160 per hr ·         Busch Law Group, LLC - $150 per hr
Special Education

·	Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC - $150 per hr

·	Buglione, Hutton & DeYoe, LLC - $150/$135 per hr Negotiations/Labor
·	DiFrancesco Bateman (Phil Stern) - $160 per hr ·         Hunt, Hamlin & Ridley - $150/$125 per hr
Bond Counsel

·	McManimon, Scotland, Baumann - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)
.	Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)

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15. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Engineer of Records at the rates listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Engineering services for the 2020 calendar year.

Engineering-ESIP

-CHA Design/Construction Solutions

-DBL Associates (3rd party measurement and verification) Not to exceed 110% of $190,000
Engineering of Record

RVE (Remington & Vernick Engineers) $180 per hour

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16. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints DiCara/Rubino, Architect of Record at $170 per hour and Parette Somjen Architects, LLC at $164 per hour for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Architectural services.

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17. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Wielkotz & Company, Certified Public Accountants, as the Public School Auditors for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting not to exceed 110% of $48,000.

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18. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Dr. Barry Weissman and Dr. Joseph Fruchter, of All Bergen Pediatrics, as Medical Inspectors, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18, 4:40-1, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, total annual fee not to exceed $83,500.

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19. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony Bianchi, Treasurer of School Moneys, pursuant to N.J. S.A. 18A: 17-31, for the period January 1 , 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, at annual salary of $10,800.

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20. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Adrienne Williams, Substance Awareness Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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21. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following banks as depositories for Teaneck Board of Education funds; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary is authorized to invest the Board's funds consistent with statutes and regulations:

1. TD Bank

2. NJ Cash Management Fund 3. Teaneck Federal Credit Union 4. Capital One

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22. Be It Resolved, that OMNI provides administration services for 403B and 457 plans as specified in the schedule Plan and that the parties agree for OMNI to act as third-party administrator for the Plan in accordance with the contract provisions.

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23. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education authorizes the following individuals to sign for and on behalf of the Board of Education, any and all checks, drafts, or other orders with respect to any funds at any time to the credit of this Board with the depositories and/or against any accounts of this Board maintained at any time with the depositories, inclusive of any such checks, drafts or other orders drawn to cash or bearer or in favor of any of the below designated officers and/or other persons, firms or corporations, and that said depositories be and hereby are authorized without further inquiry to:

A.	Pay the same to the debit of any accounts of this Board then maintained with them; B. Receive, as the act of this Board, reconcilements of accounts when signed by any one or more of the below designated officers and/or individuals; and
C.	Receive for deposit to the credit of this Board and/or for collection for the account of this Board, any and all checks, drafts, notes or other instruments for the payment of money, whether or not endorsed by the Board, which may be received for it such deposit and/or collection, it being understood that each item shall be deemed to have been unqualifiedly endorsed by this Board; and

Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized to execute the required forms to maintain said accounts:

TD BANK Warrant Account

Payroll Account

Food Services Account

Payroll Agency Account Workers’ Comp Claim Account c/o Inservo, Inc.
Capital One

General Account

REQUIRED SIGNATORIES Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
Treasurer

Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
Treasurer

Michael Pierson and Debra Stout As Agents of the Board
Required Signatories Board President
Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Or Assistant Board Secretary

New Jersey Cash Management General Account

Teaneck Federal Credit Union Teaneck Board of Education Music Fund
Teaneck High School Student Activity Fund Teaneck High School Athletic Fund
Ben Franklin Middle School Student Activity Fund Hawthorne School
Student Activity Fund Lowell School Student Activity Fund Bryant School Student Activity Fund Tolerance Scholarship Account Agnes Halajian Scholarship Account
African American Studies Scholarship Account Bergen County
Director of Guidance Award Donyale Morton Scholarship Account
Edna Marx Scholarship Account Floyd Schmid Scholarship Account Marion Shelby Scholarship Account Muriel Rosemarin Scholarship Account Paul Nonas Scholarship Account Stephan J. Kingslow Scholarship Account Stuart Sharenow Scholarship Account Susan Gardner Scholarship Account Wells Jenny Scholarship Account Milton & Rose Gold Rosenbloom Prize Director of Guidance Account
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Account
Teaneck Community Education Center
Refund/Petty Cash Account Petty Cash Account- Business
Office

Required Signatories Business Administrator/Board Secretary
Or Assistant Board Secretary Required Signatories
Supervisor of Fine & Performing Arts Or Assistant Board Secretary High School Principal and Treasurer Or Principal’s Secretary
Athletic Director

BF Middle School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hawthorne Principal and Principal’s Secretary Lowell Principal and Principal’s Secretary Bryant Principal and Principal’s Secretary High School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hawthorne School Principal and Principal’s Secretary
High School Principal or Assistant Principal
High School Principal or Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal or Principal’s Secretary High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal or Athletic Director
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Asst. Superintendent
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Principal and Principal’s Secretary Director and Board Secretary or Assistant Board Secretary

BA/Asst. BA/ Asst.Superintendent

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24. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves that, when cash flow permits, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary be authorized to Invest Board Funds in United States Government Bills, and such other investments as may be permitted by law; and
Be It Further Resolved, that Investment of Idle Funds in individual schools, department or activity accounts may be made by persons designated to sign for withdrawals from the account, provided these persons receive prior approval from the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary and that all investments are legally authorized for investment of Board funds, and that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary are hereby authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of the Board.

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25. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education re-adopts existing Board of Education Curriculum and Textbooks Lists, for the 2020 calendar year.

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26. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, in accordance with N.J.Å.C. 6A:23A-7.3, establishes the maximum travel expenditure for the 2020 calendar year of $70,000 in General funds and $50,000 in Federal and State Funds for all Staff and Board of Education Members.

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27. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint the Fairview Insurance Agency Associates Inc. as the Health Insurance Broker of record for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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28. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education re-adopts existing Board of Education Bylaws, Policies and Regulations for the 2020 calendar year.

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29. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons and Karla Starks as the Custodians of Records, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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30. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education adopt Roberts Rules of Order as the official parliamentary procedure manual to be used to conduct meetings and appoint the Board Secretary and Board Attorney to act as the parliamentarians, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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31. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Melissa Simmons, Business Administrator and Cameron Cox, Coordinator of District Safety and Truancy Services as the School Safety Specialists, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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5.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons as Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Teaneck Board of Education, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization meeting, in accordance with N.J.S.Å.18Å:18A-2(b) and per 18A:18A-7.Melissa Simmons, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;

Be It Further Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of $40,000 for the Board of Education, and further authorizes Melissa Simmons, SBA/BS to award contracts, in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.(Emergency Purchases), and prepare and issue all purchase orders in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq. and applicable Board policies and regulations. The Board authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to take all reasonable actions necessary, including, but not limited to legal advertisements and execution of contracts deemed necessary to implement the purchasing statute, N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq.

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6.	Be It Resolved, that the Board authorize the Business Administrator to audit all claims and demands to be paid, provide for approval, and make payment of audited claims and demands prior to the Board meeting. Any such approvals shall be presented to the Board at the next meeting for ratification, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 and 18A:19-4.1.

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7.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Ms. Melissa Simmons as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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8.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Tunde Adedoyin, Title IX Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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9.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis and Tunde Adedoyin, Affirmative Action Officers, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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10. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis, ADA/ 504 Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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11. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Danny Gareri, Coordinator of McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless and Youth Program, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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12. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony D'Angelo, Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer and Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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13. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates,The Record, as the Official Newspaper, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2020 calendar year.

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14. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Attorneys of Records at the amounts listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, be authorized to engage these firms for each category of legal services for the 2020 calendar year not to exceed $300,000.00 not including legal fees for settlements.

General Counsel

·	Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala, Taylor, LLC - $160 per hr ·         Busch Law Group, LLC - $150 per hr
Special Education

·	Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC - $150 per hr

·	Buglione, Hutton & DeYoe, LLC - $150/$135 per hr Negotiations/Labor
·	DiFrancesco Bateman (Phil Stern) - $160 per hr ·         Hunt, Hamlin & Ridley - $150/$125 per hr
Bond Counsel

·	McManimon, Scotland, Baumann - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)
.	Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)

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15. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Engineer of Records at the rates listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Engineering services for the 2020 calendar year.

Engineering-ESIP

-CHA Design/Construction Solutions

-DBL Associates (3rd party measurement and verification) Not to exceed 110% of $190,000
Engineering of Record

RVE (Remington & Vernick Engineers) $180 per hour

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16. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints DiCara/Rubino, Architect of Record at $170 per hour and Parette Somjen Architects, LLC at $164 per hour for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Architectural services.

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17. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Wielkotz & Company, Certified Public Accountants, as the Public School Auditors for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting not to exceed 110% of $48,000.

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18. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Dr. Barry Weissman and Dr. Joseph Fruchter, of All Bergen Pediatrics, as Medical Inspectors, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18, 4:40-1, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, total annual fee not to exceed $83,500.

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19. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony Bianchi, Treasurer of School Moneys, pursuant to N.J. S.A. 18A: 17-31, for the period January 1 , 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, at annual salary of $10,800.

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20. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Adrienne Williams, Substance Awareness Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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21. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following banks as depositories for Teaneck Board of Education funds; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary is authorized to invest the Board's funds consistent with statutes and regulations:

1. TD Bank

2. NJ Cash Management Fund 3. Teaneck Federal Credit Union 4. Capital One

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22. Be It Resolved, that OMNI provides administration services for 403B and 457 plans as specified in the schedule Plan and that the parties agree for OMNI to act as third-party administrator for the Plan in accordance with the contract provisions.

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23. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education authorizes the following individuals to sign for and on behalf of the Board of Education, any and all checks, drafts, or other orders with respect to any funds at any time to the credit of this Board with the depositories and/or against any accounts of this Board maintained at any time with the depositories, inclusive of any such checks, drafts or other orders drawn to cash or bearer or in favor of any of the below designated officers and/or other persons, firms or corporations, and that said depositories be and hereby are authorized without further inquiry to:

A.	Pay the same to the debit of any accounts of this Board then maintained with them; B. Receive, as the act of this Board, reconcilements of accounts when signed by any one or more of the below designated officers and/or individuals; and
C.	Receive for deposit to the credit of this Board and/or for collection for the account of this Board, any and all checks, drafts, notes or other instruments for the payment of money, whether or not endorsed by the Board, which may be received for it such deposit and/or collection, it being understood that each item shall be deemed to have been unqualifiedly endorsed by this Board; and

Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized to execute the required forms to maintain said accounts:

TD BANK Warrant Account

Payroll Account

Food Services Account

Payroll Agency Account Workers’ Comp Claim Account c/o Inservo, Inc.
Capital One

General Account

REQUIRED SIGNATORIES Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
Treasurer

Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
Treasurer

Michael Pierson and Debra Stout As Agents of the Board
Required Signatories Board President
Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Or Assistant Board Secretary

New Jersey Cash Management General Account

Teaneck Federal Credit Union Teaneck Board of Education Music Fund
Teaneck High School Student Activity Fund Teaneck High School Athletic Fund
Ben Franklin Middle School Student Activity Fund Hawthorne School
Student Activity Fund Lowell School Student Activity Fund Bryant School Student Activity Fund Tolerance Scholarship Account Agnes Halajian Scholarship Account
African American Studies Scholarship Account Bergen County
Director of Guidance Award Donyale Morton Scholarship Account
Edna Marx Scholarship Account Floyd Schmid Scholarship Account Marion Shelby Scholarship Account Muriel Rosemarin Scholarship Account Paul Nonas Scholarship Account Stephan J. Kingslow Scholarship Account Stuart Sharenow Scholarship Account Susan Gardner Scholarship Account Wells Jenny Scholarship Account Milton & Rose Gold Rosenbloom Prize Director of Guidance Account
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Account
Teaneck Community Education Center
Refund/Petty Cash Account Petty Cash Account- Business
Office

Required Signatories Business Administrator/Board Secretary
Or Assistant Board Secretary Required Signatories
Supervisor of Fine & Performing Arts Or Assistant Board Secretary High School Principal and Treasurer Or Principal’s Secretary
Athletic Director

BF Middle School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hawthorne Principal and Principal’s Secretary Lowell Principal and Principal’s Secretary Bryant Principal and Principal’s Secretary High School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hawthorne School Principal and Principal’s Secretary
High School Principal or Assistant Principal
High School Principal or Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal or Principal’s Secretary High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal or Athletic Director
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Asst. Superintendent
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Principal and Principal’s Secretary Director and Board Secretary or Assistant Board Secretary

BA/Asst. BA/ Asst.Superintendent

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24. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves that, when cash flow permits, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary be authorized to Invest Board Funds in United States Government Bills, and such other investments as may be permitted by law; and
Be It Further Resolved, that Investment of Idle Funds in individual schools, department or activity accounts may be made by persons designated to sign for withdrawals from the account, provided these persons receive prior approval from the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary and that all investments are legally authorized for investment of Board funds, and that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary are hereby authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of the Board.

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25. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education re-adopts existing Board of Education Curriculum and Textbooks Lists, for the 2020 calendar year.

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26. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, in accordance with N.J.Å.C. 6A:23A-7.3, establishes the maximum travel expenditure for the 2020 calendar year of $70,000 in General funds and $50,000 in Federal and State Funds for all Staff and Board of Education Members.

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27. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint the Fairview Insurance Agency Associates Inc. as the Health Insurance Broker of record for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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28. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education re-adopts existing Board of Education Bylaws, Policies and Regulations for the 2020 calendar year.

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29. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons and Karla Starks as the Custodians of Records, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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30. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education adopt Roberts Rules of Order as the official parliamentary procedure manual to be used to conduct meetings and appoint the Board Secretary and Board Attorney to act as the parliamentarians, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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31. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Melissa Simmons, Business Administrator and Cameron Cox, Coordinator of District Safety and Truancy Services as the School Safety Specialists, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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32. that the Board authorize the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to enter into and sign the necessary agreements for the renewal of the following Health, Disability and Dental Benefit programs at the rates noted for the 2019-2020 school year:

Dental Insurance - Delta Dental Plan of New Jersey

Single Premium	-	$41.72 Monthly Family Premium     -     $132.84 Monthly

Represents a 0% increase from the 2018-2019 school year

Long Term Disability Insurance - Standard Insurance Company

Long Term .51% of Salary Monthly (TTEA, TAAS, Non-Guide/Administrators)

Represents a 0% increase from the 2018-2019 school year

Long Term Disability is not provided for Teamsters

The State Health Benefits plan of New Jersey in accordance to employee negotiated contract.

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Items 01 thru 32

Motion:
	Second:
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Ms. Burns (Linda)
					
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
					
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
					
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
					
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
					
Mr. Rose (Howard)
					
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
					
Dr. Walser (Ardie)
					
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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REORGANIZATION MEETING JANUARY 2, 2020

I.	Salute to the Flag

II.	Presiding Officer's Meeting Notice Statement

"I hereby call to order the Reorganization Meeting of the Teaneck Board of Education, held on Thursday, January 2, 2020, in the Cheryl Miller Porter, 3rd Floor Student Center, Teaneck High School, at 8:00 PM. Adequate notice of this meeting has been sent to the Record, and posted inside the Teaneck Board of Education, One Merrison Street, on September 27, 2019."

III.	School Board Elections

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education certifies the unofficial results of the Annual School Board Election held on November 5, 2019, for membership to the Board of Education (results provided by the County Clerk):

Sebastian Rodriguez ( Three Year Term)	3,889 Denise Sanders (Three Year Term)	3,274 Linda Burns (Three Year Term)	3,218 Martin Ramirez	2,631 Yassine ElKaryani	2,174

IV.	Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members

1.	1.) Sebastian Rodriguez; 2.) Denise Sanders; 3.) Linda Burns

Distribution/Discussion of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members pursuant to the School Ethics Act (c.178, P.L. 2001)

V.	Roll Call

Board Member	Present	Absent Ms. Burns (Linda)
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)

Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)

Mr. Reiner (Gerald)

Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)

Mr. Rose (Howard)

Ms. Sanders (Denise)

Dr. Walser (Ardie)

Mrs. Williams (Clara)

VI.	Nominations/Elections of Board President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of President of the Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VII. Nominations/Elections of Board Vice President

1.	The Board Secretary entertains nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

In the absence of further nominations, the Board Secretary closes nominations and calls the role for the election of Vice President of the Teaneck Board of Education for the 2020 calendar year.

VIII. Reaffirmation of 2019/20 District Goals

IX.	Public Comment

X.	Personnel

XI.	Adjournment

Teaneck Public Schools

Mission: The Teaneck Public School District educates and empowers students by providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience which prepares students for success within a diverse, global society.

Vision: The Teaneck Advantage: Educational Excellence for All

Goals for 2019-2020

GOAL 1: Teachers and administrators in the Teaneck Public Schools will further elevate academic programs by creating varied learning pathways and by improving student supports.

GOAL 2: The Teaneck Public Schools will continue to improve facilities and technology in support of 21st Century learning opportunities.

GOAL 3: The Teaneck Public Schools will execute effective communications and solidify quality relationships with educational partners within and throughout the community.

GOAL 4: The Teaneck Public Schools will create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

GOAL 5: The Teaneck Public Schools will ensure operational excellence in hiring, developing and retaining staff.

REORGANIZATION MEETING

REORGANIZATION RESOLUTIONS	JANUARY 2, 2020

Any Board member who takes exception to any of the following listed actions under the category of Reorganization Resolutions may so indicate now and a separate motion for each of the excepted actions will be entertained.

Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following Reorganization Resolutions:

01. Approve 2020 Calendar of Board Meetings

02. Approve 2020 Work Sessions/Regular Meeting Agenda Formats 03. Approve 2020 Standing Committees
04. Reaffirm and re adopt NJSBA Code of Ethics 05. Appoint Qualified Purchasing Agent
06. Appoint Business Administrator to approve claims

07. Appoint Melissa Simmons as the Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary
08. Appoint Title IX Coordinator

09. Appoint Affirmative Action Officers 10. Appoint ADA/504 Coordinator
11. Appoint Homeless Youth Program Coordinator for 2020 calendar year

12. Appoint Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer, Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator
13. Designate 2020 Official Newspaper

14. Appoint RFP General Counsel, Sp. Ed., Negotiations/Labor & Bond 15. Appoint Engineering
16. Appoint Architect of Record 17. Appoint Public School Auditor 18. Appoint School Physicians
19. Appoint Treasurer of School monies

20. Appoint Substance Awareness Coordinator 21. Designate 2020 Bank Depositories
22. Appoint OMNI 403b & 457 plans 23. Designate Bank Signatories
24. Authorize investment of funds

25. Re adopt all Curriculum and Textbooks for 2020 calendar year 26. Approve 2020 maximum travel expenses for 2020 calendar year 27. Appoint Fairview Insurance as a health insurance Broker
28. Re adopt all TBOE ByLaws, Policies & Regulations for 2020 calendar year 29. Appoint Custodian of Records
30. Adopt Roberts Rule of Order

31. Appoint School Safety Specialists

32. Authorize Health, Disability & Dental Benefit Programs

1.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following meeting dates for the Workshop and Regular Public Meetings, for calendar year 2020; all Workshop and Regular Meetings to be held at, Teaneck High School, 100 Elizabeth Ave., in the Cheryl Miller-Porter Student Center, 3rd Floor, at 8:00 pm; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting:

Meeting Date

January 8, 2020 January 15, 2020 February 5, 2020 February 12, 2020

February 26, 2020 March 11, 2020 March 18, 2020 April 1, 2020
April 29, 2020

May 13, 2020 May 20, 2020 June 10, 2020 June 17, 2020 August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 October 7, 2020 October 14, 2020 November 4, 2020 November 11, 2020 December 2, 2020 December 9, 2020
January 6, 2021

Meeting Type Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Review

Special Budget Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting
Regular Public Meeting & Budget Hearing Meeting

Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Special Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting Workshop Meeting Regular Public Meeting
Reorganization Meeting

Location Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School

Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School Teaneck High School
Teaneck High School

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2.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education establishes the following Agenda Format to be observed and the order of business conducted at the Workshop, Regular and Special Public Meetings of the Board of Education; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Board President has sole discretion to change the Agenda Format and order of business in the best interest of the Board of Education.

WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals

V. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VI. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VII. Agenda Items
VIII. Executive Session (as required) IX. Adjournment

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Salute to the Flag

II. Presiding Officer’s Meeting Statement Notice III. Roll Call
IV. Reaffirmation of 2019-2020 District Goals V. Superintendent's Report
Board Presentations

VI. Public Comments (Agenda/non-Agenda items) VII. Board Committee Reports
A. Policy

B. Board Operations

C. School Operations and Curriculum D. Finance and Budget
E. Personnel VIII. Agenda Items
IX. Executive Session (as required) X. Adjournment

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3.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves the following Standing Committees, for the 2020 calendar year:

1.	Community Relations 2.	Curriculum
3.	Finance/Facilities 4.	Negotiations
5.	Personnel 6.	Policy
7.	Special Education

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4.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142, as follows:

NJSBA Code of Ethics

The members of the Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board. In order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the Board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics promulgated by the New Jersey School Boards Association on May 10, 1975 and reproduced below:

1. I will uphold and enforce all laws, State Board rules and regulations, and court orders pertaining to schools. Desired changes should be brought about only through legal ethical procedures.
2. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools which meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing.
3. Iwill confine my Board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the Board has consulted those who will be affected by them.
4. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but together with my fellow Board members, to see that they are well run.
5. I will recognize that authority rests with the Board of Education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action which may compromise the Board.
6. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan, political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends.
7. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools. But in all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow Board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its schools.
8. I will vote to appoint the best-qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer.
9. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties.

10. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on such complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution.

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5.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons as Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Teaneck Board of Education, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization meeting, in accordance with N.J.S.Å.18Å:18A-2(b) and per 18A:18A-7.Melissa Simmons, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary possesses a qualified purchasing agent (QPA) certificate;

Be It Further Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a) and N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.4, establishes and sets the bid threshold amount of $40,000 for the Board of Education, and further authorizes Melissa Simmons, SBA/BS to award contracts, in full accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-3 (a), for those purchases that do not exceed in the aggregate of the newly established bid threshold amount.(Emergency Purchases), and prepare and issue all purchase orders in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq. and applicable Board policies and regulations. The Board authorizes the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to take all reasonable actions necessary, including, but not limited to legal advertisements and execution of contracts deemed necessary to implement the purchasing statute, N.J.S.A.18A:18A et. seq.

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6.	Be It Resolved, that the Board authorize the Business Administrator to audit all claims and demands to be paid, provide for approval, and make payment of audited claims and demands prior to the Board meeting. Any such approvals shall be presented to the Board at the next meeting for ratification, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 and 18A:19-4.1.

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7.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Ms. Melissa Simmons as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Karla Starks as the Assistant Board Secretary for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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8.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Tunde Adedoyin, Title IX Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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9.	Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis and Tunde Adedoyin, Affirmative Action Officers, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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10. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Angela Davis, ADA/ 504 Coordinator, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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11. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Danny Gareri, Coordinator of McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless and Youth Program, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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12. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony D'Angelo, Integrated Pest Management Officer, Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Officer, Indoor Air Quality Coordinator, Right to Know Officer, Chemical Hygiene Officer and Blood Borne Pathogens Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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13. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates,The Record, as the Official Newspaper, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the 2020 calendar year.

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14. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Attorneys of Records at the amounts listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, be authorized to engage these firms for each category of legal services for the 2020 calendar year not to exceed $300,000.00 not including legal fees for settlements.

General Counsel

·	Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala, Taylor, LLC - $160 per hr ·         Busch Law Group, LLC - $150 per hr
Special Education

·	Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC - $150 per hr

·	Buglione, Hutton & DeYoe, LLC - $150/$135 per hr Negotiations/Labor
·	DiFrancesco Bateman (Phil Stern) - $160 per hr ·         Hunt, Hamlin & Ridley - $150/$125 per hr
Bond Counsel

·	McManimon, Scotland, Baumann - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)
.	Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. - $215 per hr (partner rate) $135 per hr (manager rate)

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15. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints the following Engineer of Records at the rates listed below for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Engineering services for the 2020 calendar year.

Engineering-ESIP

-CHA Design/Construction Solutions

-DBL Associates (3rd party measurement and verification) Not to exceed 110% of $190,000
Engineering of Record

RVE (Remington & Vernick Engineers) $180 per hour

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16. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints DiCara/Rubino, Architect of Record at $170 per hour and Parette Somjen Architects, LLC at $164 per hour for all projects for which they are currently engaged; and that the Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary and Director of Facilities, be authorized to engage this firm for Architectural services.

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17. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Wielkotz & Company, Certified Public Accountants, as the Public School Auditors for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting not to exceed 110% of $48,000.

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18. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Dr. Barry Weissman and Dr. Joseph Fruchter, of All Bergen Pediatrics, as Medical Inspectors, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18, 4:40-1, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, total annual fee not to exceed $83,500.

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19. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Anthony Bianchi, Treasurer of School Moneys, pursuant to N.J. S.A. 18A: 17-31, for the period January 1 , 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting, at annual salary of $10,800.

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20. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Adrienne Williams, Substance Awareness Coordinator, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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21. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education designates the following banks as depositories for Teaneck Board of Education funds; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary is authorized to invest the Board's funds consistent with statutes and regulations:

1. TD Bank

2. NJ Cash Management Fund 3. Teaneck Federal Credit Union 4. Capital One

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22. Be It Resolved, that OMNI provides administration services for 403B and 457 plans as specified in the schedule Plan and that the parties agree for OMNI to act as third-party administrator for the Plan in accordance with the contract provisions.

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23. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education authorizes the following individuals to sign for and on behalf of the Board of Education, any and all checks, drafts, or other orders with respect to any funds at any time to the credit of this Board with the depositories and/or against any accounts of this Board maintained at any time with the depositories, inclusive of any such checks, drafts or other orders drawn to cash or bearer or in favor of any of the below designated officers and/or other persons, firms or corporations, and that said depositories be and hereby are authorized without further inquiry to:

A.	Pay the same to the debit of any accounts of this Board then maintained with them; B. Receive, as the act of this Board, reconcilements of accounts when signed by any one or more of the below designated officers and/or individuals; and
C.	Receive for deposit to the credit of this Board and/or for collection for the account of this Board, any and all checks, drafts, notes or other instruments for the payment of money, whether or not endorsed by the Board, which may be received for it such deposit and/or collection, it being understood that each item shall be deemed to have been unqualifiedly endorsed by this Board; and

Be It Further Resolved, that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized to execute the required forms to maintain said accounts:

TD BANK Warrant Account

Payroll Account

Food Services Account

Payroll Agency Account Workers’ Comp Claim Account c/o Inservo, Inc.
Capital One

General Account

REQUIRED SIGNATORIES Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
Treasurer

Board President and Treasurer Business Administrator/Board Secretary Or Assistant Board Secretary
Treasurer

Michael Pierson and Debra Stout As Agents of the Board
Required Signatories Board President
Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Or Assistant Board Secretary

New Jersey Cash Management General Account

Teaneck Federal Credit Union Teaneck Board of Education Music Fund
Teaneck High School Student Activity Fund Teaneck High School Athletic Fund
Ben Franklin Middle School Student Activity Fund Hawthorne School
Student Activity Fund Lowell School Student Activity Fund Bryant School Student Activity Fund Tolerance Scholarship Account Agnes Halajian Scholarship Account
African American Studies Scholarship Account Bergen County
Director of Guidance Award Donyale Morton Scholarship Account
Edna Marx Scholarship Account Floyd Schmid Scholarship Account Marion Shelby Scholarship Account Muriel Rosemarin Scholarship Account Paul Nonas Scholarship Account Stephan J. Kingslow Scholarship Account Stuart Sharenow Scholarship Account Susan Gardner Scholarship Account Wells Jenny Scholarship Account Milton & Rose Gold Rosenbloom Prize Director of Guidance Account
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Account
Teaneck Community Education Center
Refund/Petty Cash Account Petty Cash Account- Business
Office

Required Signatories Business Administrator/Board Secretary
Or Assistant Board Secretary Required Signatories
Supervisor of Fine & Performing Arts Or Assistant Board Secretary High School Principal and Treasurer Or Principal’s Secretary
Athletic Director

BF Middle School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hawthorne Principal and Principal’s Secretary Lowell Principal and Principal’s Secretary Bryant Principal and Principal’s Secretary High School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hawthorne School Principal and Principal’s Secretary
High School Principal or Assistant Principal
High School Principal or Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal or Principal’s Secretary High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal or Athletic Director
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Assistant Principal
High School Principal and Asst. Superintendent
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Principal and Principal’s Secretary Director and Board Secretary or Assistant Board Secretary

BA/Asst. BA/ Asst.Superintendent

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24. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education approves that, when cash flow permits, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary be authorized to Invest Board Funds in United States Government Bills, and such other investments as may be permitted by law; and
Be It Further Resolved, that Investment of Idle Funds in individual schools, department or activity accounts may be made by persons designated to sign for withdrawals from the account, provided these persons receive prior approval from the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary and that all investments are legally authorized for investment of Board funds, and that the Business Administrator/ Board Secretary and/or the Assistant Board Secretary are hereby authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of the Board.

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25. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education re-adopts existing Board of Education Curriculum and Textbooks Lists, for the 2020 calendar year.

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26. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education, in accordance with N.J.Å.C. 6A:23A-7.3, establishes the maximum travel expenditure for the 2020 calendar year of $70,000 in General funds and $50,000 in Federal and State Funds for all Staff and Board of Education Members.

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27. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint the Fairview Insurance Agency Associates Inc. as the Health Insurance Broker of record for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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28. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education re-adopts existing Board of Education Bylaws, Policies and Regulations for the 2020 calendar year.

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29. Be It Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoint Melissa Simmons and Karla Starks as the Custodians of Records, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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30. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education adopt Roberts Rules of Order as the official parliamentary procedure manual to be used to conduct meetings and appoint the Board Secretary and Board Attorney to act as the parliamentarians, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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31. Be it Resolved, that the Teaneck Board of Education appoints Melissa Simmons, Business Administrator and Cameron Cox, Coordinator of District Safety and Truancy Services as the School Safety Specialists, for the Teaneck Public School District, for the period January 1, 2020 to the next Reorganization Meeting.

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32. that the Board authorize the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to enter into and sign the necessary agreements for the renewal of the following Health, Disability and Dental Benefit programs at the rates noted for the 2019-2020 school year:

Dental Insurance - Delta Dental Plan of New Jersey

Single Premium	-	$41.72 Monthly Family Premium     -     $132.84 Monthly

Represents a 0% increase from the 2018-2019 school year

Long Term Disability Insurance - Standard Insurance Company

Long Term .51% of Salary Monthly (TTEA, TAAS, Non-Guide/Administrators)

Represents a 0% increase from the 2018-2019 school year

Long Term Disability is not provided for Teamsters

The State Health Benefits plan of New Jersey in accordance to employee negotiated contract.

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Items 01 thru 32

Motion:

Board Member

Second:

Yes	No	Abstain	Absent

Ms. Burns (Linda) Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah) Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian) Mr. Rose (Howard)
Ms. Sanders (Denise) Dr. Walser (Ardie) Mrs. Williams (Clara)

Personnel

PERSONNEL	JANUARY 2, 2020

1.	that the Board approve the following substitute safety officers for the 2019-2020 school year, on an as needed basis, at $25 per hour:

a. Christopher Michelsen b. Robert Littlejohn
c. James Andrews d. Brian Weldon
e. Markeece Preston

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EXPLANATION:

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The Board approves substitute safety officers in the event of an absence by a safety officer.

Personnel 01 thru 01

Motion:
	Second:
	
Board Member
	Yes
	No
	Abstain
	Absent
	
Ms. Burns (Linda)
					
Ms. Fisher (Victoria)
					
Mrs. Rappoport (Sarah)
					
Mr. Reiner (Gerald)
					
Mr. Rodriguez (Sebastian)
					
Mr. Rose (Howard)
					
Ms. Sanders (Denise)
					
Dr. Walser (Ardie)
					
Mrs. Williams (Clara)

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