Cheryl Bellew

The meeting included procedural items, a Superintendent's Report, and several action items. Key discussions involved authorizing the Board President to execute a revised addendum for Deputy Sheriffs as School Security Officers during High School Athletic Contests. Personnel actions included approving additional Spring coach appointments and general personnel changes (retirement, resignations, appointments). Pupil Personnel Services included the approval of recommended placements made by the Committee on Preschool Special Education (10 students) and the Committee on Special Education (38 students). Business items covered acknowledging receipt of the Treasurer's Report (December 2025), Quarterly Revenue Report (Oct-Dec 2025), and Budget Transfer Report (January 2026), approving warrants, declaring equipment obsolete, and approving a refuse removal bid renewal with a 3.0% rate increase. Reports included a Finance Committee update on preliminary budgets, an OCSBA meeting summary emphasizing civic engagement programs like National Service Ride and Civic Seal of Readiness, and a Student Representatives Report detailing numerous recent and upcoming school events such as concerts, drama productions, athlete awards, and awareness days. The Board also discussed the veterans exclusion exemption for 100% disabled veterans and decided to await legislative amendments before proceeding. The meeting included an executive session to discuss employment histories, legal matters, and MVTA negotiations.

The meeting addressed several key areas, including approval for board members to attend the NYSSBA Convention and Expo, and the appointment of a voting delegate for the NYSSBA Annual Convention. The board approved participation from other districts regarding the Trap and Skeet Shooting Team and discussed personnel actions, including substitute appointments. The District-wide Safety Plan for the 2025-2026 school year was approved, along with special education placements. Financial matters included approving a cooperative summer transportation contract, warrants, the 2025-2026 tax warrant, GASB 101 methodology, and declaring obsolete instructional materials. Additionally, there were discussions about building tours, student representatives' reports, district events, and the status of the high school weight room project. The board also entered an executive session to discuss employment histories and legal matters, followed by a return to public session and a resolution regarding a tax certiorari petition.

The meeting included a presentation by the Principal of Minisink Valley Intermediate School highlighting the upcoming winter concert. The board approved additional compensation for the Acting Principal of Otisville Elementary School, along with extracurricular appointments and personnel actions. Discussions covered proposed NYSED Instructional Requirements. The board approved contracts and addendums for therapy services and special education placements. Bids were awarded for the Sewer Treatment Building alterations, and transportation contracts were approved. The Treasurer's Report for September 2025 was acknowledged, obsolete equipment was declared, and warrants were approved. The Menu Advisory Committee reported on food service improvements and student engagement, while student representatives provided updates on sports and activities. The board also discussed district events and activities.

The meeting included the determination of a quorum, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the appointment of Brian C. Monahan as clerk pro tem. The board entered into an executive session to interview architect and engineer firms.

The meeting included a sneak peek from the MVMS Drama Club and a presentation from the Middle School Student Government. The board approved an SMOA with MVTA for extracurricular positions and coaching appointments for the 2025-2026 school year, as well as personnel actions. They also approved a Lead Evaluator of Teachers and the 2025-2027 Special Education District Plan. A capital project change order was approved, along with a correction to a Project G bid award, a declaration of obsolete equipment, and the external audit report for the year ended June 30, 2025. The board also approved a financial audit corrective action plan, warrants, and various financial reports. Reports were given on the Athletics Committee Meeting, Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting, OCSBA Report, and Student Representatives Report. An executive session was held to discuss employment histories and matters exempt under federal law.