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Brewster School Committee
Minutes of Thursday, May 20, 2010
Held at Eddy Elementary School
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Present for the Committee: John O'Reilly, Dave Telman, Marie Enochty, Jen Rabold, Mara Liebling
arrived at 7:23 p.m.
Present for the Administration: Superintendent Hoffmann, Asst. Superintendent Gail Briere, Hans Baumhauer,
Business Manager, Principal Gauley and Principal Denise Fronius
Dr. Hoffmann called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m
REORGANIZATION
On a motion by Ms. Enochty, seconded by Mr. Telman, it was voted unanimously to appoint John O'Reilly
as Chair of the Brewster School Committee.
On a motion by Ms. Enochty, seconded by Mr. Telman, it was voted unanimously to appoint Jen Rabold
as Vice Chair of the Brewster School Committee.
Payroll authorizers: John O'Reilly
Payroll authorizer alternate: Jen Rabold
Policy Subcommittee: Marie Enochty
Union/Reion CO Budget: Dave Telman
Negotiations: Jen Rabold
Cape Cod Collaborative: Mara Liebling/Jen Rabold
PTO Liaison: Dave Telman
Eddy School Council Liaison: John O'Reilly
Stony Brook School Council Liaison: Mara Iiebling
Building Committee Liaison: Dave Telman
Union #54 Voting Member: John O'Reilly, Marie Enochty, and Jen Rabold
Alternates: Dave Telman and Mara Liebling
AGENDA CHANGES
Principal Fronius reported that a donation had been given by the Brewster Garden Club to the school. Ms. Janet
Husband, Vice President of the Garden Club was going to present the check but was unable to attend the meeting.
Principal Fronius displayed pictures of the new garden and thanked Joanne Borsari, Kim Torres, Donna Brunelle,
Dave Crocker, and the second grade teachers for all their help.
On a motion by Ms. Enochty, seconded by Mr. Telman, it was voted unanimously to accept the donation of $250
from the Brewster Garden Club.
CITIZENS SPEAK -none
RECOGNITIONS
Dr. Hoffmann recognized Thomas Shanahan and Lexi Schultz for being winners of the Peace Poetry Contest.
Phoebe and Quinn Liebling were recognized for being winners of the United States 2010 Poster Contest.
Teachers, Kathy Roy, Martha Dunford, Bonnie Cahill and Kathleen Stone, from the Stony Brook School were
recognized for their numerous contributions to the Stony Brook Elementary School in a variety of areas some which
include; Character Education, Region Writing Scoring Team. Collaboration , Health and Wellness.
Dr. Hoffmann recognized Dr. Ann Caretti, for applying for Extraordinary Relief Funding and being the recipient
of a $24,444 awazd for the Eddy and Stony Brook Schools.
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Principal Fronius asked the committee if they would waive a building fee for the First Parish Church in Brewster
who would like to use the facility for 6-9 months on Sundays. Dr. Hoffmann suggested that the committee ask for
half the usual fee to pay for heat and lights.
On a motion by Ms. Rabold, seconded by Ms. Enochty, it was voted 3-0, 1 abstention (J. Rabold) to charge half of
the fee for the use of the facilities at the Stony Brook School to the First Parish Church.
Principal Gauley reported on MCAS testing, the volunteer luncheon, (thanking Sue Ford for all her help), and the
Bike and Walk to School Day which is May 26d'. He also indicated that placement and transitions were underway .
He invited committee members to some key events including Spring Concert on June 8`~ and Grade 5 Night on June
21 S`. He also brought to the committee a request from a parent for a memorial garden in memory of students who
have passed away.
On a motion by Ms. Enochty, seconded by Mr. Tehnan, it was voted unanimously to have a garden in memory of
former students who attended the Brewster Elementary Schools whose lives have been taken too soon.
FY11 BUDGET UPDATE
Dr. Hoffmann reported that on May 3rd the committee took action to approve the budget figure. Administration
proceeded with layoffs and reductions in force. Letters were hand delivered by Principals last Friday. He also
reported that there was a $14,500 savings from health insurance and $16,000 from the Finance Committee, so
$30,500 could be added back. Principal Gauley suggested that the Principals not make recommendations until the
final figure is determined.
FY10 BUDGET UPDATE
Mr. Baumhauer reviewed the monthly expense reports. Next month the committee will see the $43,250 applied as
well as the journal entries in the custodial accounts. He also noted that both schools can charge items to the capital
plan next year.
REPORTS AND INFORMATION
Cape Cod Collaborative -none
School Consolidation Plan
Mr. Tehnan stated that Mr. Levasseur has been in touch with Representative Cleon Turner regarding legislation
There is still a glimmer of hope in this regard. It was also noted that the Charter School has not found a new
location yet.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Mr. Tehran, seconded by Ms. Enochty, it was voted unanimously to approve the minutes
April 15, 2010 with the following corrections: Madeline Vreeland and Phoebe Liebling -spelling of names,
Page 5 -the vote was 4-1.
On a motion by Mr. Tehran, seconded by Ms. Enochty, it was voted unanimously to approve the minutes of April
27, 2010.
On a motion by Mr. Tehran, seconded by Ms. Rabold, it was voted unanimously to approve the minutes of May 3,
2010.
ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Mr. Tehran, seconded by Ms. Liebling, it was voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at
9:50 p.m., subject to payment of bills.
Respectfully submitted,
Ann M. Tefft, recording secretary