Hopewell Valley Regional School District public meetings in 2021
22 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with reports from the student representative, board president, and superintendent, plus a presentation on Start Strong. The board will vote on consent agenda items including approving bills totaling $6,540,760.52, a capital reserve deposit of up to $3,800,000, and acceptance of $197,057 in Securing Our Future Bond Act funds.
- Approval of bills list totaling $6,540,760.52
- Capital reserve deposit authorization up to $3,800,000
- Acceptance of $197,057 Securing Our Future Bond Act funds
- Contract awards for transportation services: George Dapper, Irvin Raphael, Rick Bus, each $10,000
- Parental transportation contract for Student #15332664 to Summit Speech School NJ, $10,281.60
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding its regular meeting, covering reports, public comment, and a consent agenda. Key actions include approving a $4,785,648.99 bills list, accepting the 2020-2021 Violence, Vandalism, and Substance Abuse report, and recognizing National Merit Scholars. The board also discusses the 2022-23 budget, focusing on facilities.
- Approved bills list totaling $4,785,648.99
- Accepted 2020-2021 School Year Report of Violence, Vandalism, and Substance Abuse
- Recognized National Merit Scholars and semi-finalists
- Approved parental transportation contract for $1,071.13
- Authorized transportation contracts totaling $135,000 (Conover Transportation $75,000, others $10,000 each)
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding its regular meeting to approve routine financial items, including a $3,804,423.90 bills list, budget transfers and adjustments, and a comprehensive maintenance plan. The board will also hear reports from the student representative, board president, and superintendent, plus presentations on the annual achievement report and a special education budget review. A resolution to enter executive session to discuss district security was approved unanimously.
- Approved bills list totaling $3,804,423.90
- Approved 2021-2022 General Fund budget transfers and adjustments
- Approved joint transportation agreements with Montgomery and Lawrence Twp. BOEs
- Approved change orders for Topline Construction paving work (net -$23,013.30)
- Approved parental transportation contract for $1,465.96
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education approved a list of bills totaling $5,823,013.30 and executed several facility contracts. The board also approved budget transfers and adjustments for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. Additionally, the board accepted a $6,000 anonymous donation for girls' soccer shelters at Central High School.
- Approved General Fund and Capital Projects bills totaling $5,823,013.30
- Authorized contract with IRS for $160,000 carpet replacement and moisture mitigation at Hopewell Elementary School
- Authorized contract with The Gillespie Group for $172,341.77 gym and black box room floor replacement
- Approved change orders for Richard T. Barrett Paving Co. including a $62,654.50 credit for Timberlane Middle School work
- Accepted $6,000 anonymous donation for Central High School girls' soccer shelters
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a work session meeting with no action items listed. The main discussion topic is Board Goals, and the board will also hear reports from the president and superintendent. Public comment is open for up to three minutes per speaker. The board plans to enter executive session to discuss litigation, special education settlements, harassment/bullying matters, and a masking exemption issue.
- Discussion of Board Goals
- Report of Board President Deborah Linthorst
- Report of Superintendent Dr. Rosetta Treece
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
- Executive session on litigation, special education, HIB, masking exemption
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education met to approve various financial items, including significant bills lists and budget transfers. The board also reviewed the reopening of schools for 2021 and approved contract renewals for student transportation.
- Approved August 16, 2021, bills list totaling $7,473,044.27
- Approved June 30, 2021, bills list totaling $1,701,270.74
- Approved technology purchases for The Pennington School totaling $6,580.17
- Renewed multiple student transportation contracts with Rick Bus Company for the 2021-2022 school year
- Approved 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 general fund budget transfers and adjustments
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education held its regular meeting, approving routine financial items including bill lists, budget transfers, and school lunch prices for 2021-2022. The board also authorized a $718,350 capital reserve withdrawal for paving work at two elementary schools and received reports on reopening plans and a COVID-19 time capsule ceremony.
- Approved bills totaling $1,506,221.16 (July 19) and $1,894,281.49 (June 30)
- Approved $718,350 capital reserve withdrawal for paving restoration at Stony Brook and Hopewell Elementary Schools
- Set 2021-2022 school lunch prices: $3.00 elementary, $3.25 middle, $3.50 high school; adult $4.25; milk $0.80
- Approved submission of boiler replacement project documents for Bear Tavern ES and Timberlane MS to NJ DOE
- Approved change orders with M&M Construction totaling -$3,490.22 in credits
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold its regular and business organization meeting, where it will discuss the September 2021 back-to-school plan and the use of ESSER III funds. The board will also vote on annual appointments, designations, and routine resolutions, including approving minutes from prior meetings.
- Discussion of September 2021 Back to School Plan
- Discussion of use of ESSER III funds
- Approval of internal appointments for 2021-2022 (e.g., Robert Colavita as Board Secretary, Tana Smith as Affirmative Action Officer)
- Designation of Northfield Bank as official depository for school funds
- Approval of cooperative pricing/purchasing agreements for 2021-2022
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a special meeting with a mostly procedural agenda, including public comment and committee reports. The board will vote to enter a closed executive session to discuss the superintendent search, which is the only substantive item on the agenda.
- Resolution to enter executive session to discuss superintendent search
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker, virtual or written form)
- Report from Board President Deborah Linthorst
- Resolution to approve field/overnight trips (listed under Education/Program)
- Meeting notice published to local news outlets on May 18, 2021
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a special meeting with mostly procedural items. The main action is a resolution to enter executive session to discuss the superintendent search, which was approved unanimously. The board will also consider approving field/overnight trips and February and March 2021 calendars.
- Resolution to enter executive session for superintendent search
- Approval of field/overnight trips list
- Approval of February and March 2021 calendars
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering financial approvals, contract renewals, and budget adjustments. Key actions include approving a $1,793,131.58 bills list, renewing the food service contract with Pomptonian Food Service, and extending waste disposal and internet service contracts. The board will also recognize staff retirees and EcoWarrior award winners.
- Approval of bills list totaling $1,793,131.58
- Renewal of food service contract with Pomptonian Food Service for 2021-2022
- Renewal of waste disposal/recycling contract with Central Jersey Waste & Recycling for $66,470.56
- Extension of Verizon internet service at $29,338.92 annually
- Contract award to Ricasoli & Santin Contracting for loudspeaker replacement at Central High School Performing Arts Center for $62,750.88
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a special meeting on May 3, 2021. The agenda includes public comment, a report from the board president, and approval of February and March 2021 calendars. The board is also scheduled to enter a closed executive session to discuss the superintendent search.
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Board to approve February and March 2021 calendars
- Board to enter executive session to discuss superintendent search
- No action items listed for finance, personnel, or education committees
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing and regular meeting. The main action is the adoption of the 2021-2022 annual school budget, which totals $94,970,999 with a local tax levy of $82,168,163. The board will also hear reports from the student representative, board president, and superintendent, and take public comment on any items of interest.
- Adoption of 2021-2022 budget: $94,970,999 total, $82,168,163 local tax levy
- Approval of bills list totaling $6,090,009.52
- Approval of $31,895.20 for tent rentals from Adam's Rental, Inc. for outdoor classrooms
- Approval of NJSIG Safety Grant application for $28,193
- Approval of $1,030,000 for window replacements at Administration Building
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss return-to-school planning, summer programs, and the 2021-2022 budget. The agenda includes reports from the Board President and Superintendent, public comment, and a resolution to enter executive session for a superintendent search. No action items are listed for finance, personnel, education, community relations, policy, or routine information.
- Discussion of return-to-school planning, summer programs, and 2021-2022 budget
- Executive session for superintendent search
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Board committee assignments listed
- Meeting notice published to local news outlets
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is adopting the 2021-2022 tentative school budget of $94,970,999, with a local tax levy of $82,168,163, and scheduling a public hearing for April 26, 2021. The board also approved a $3,465,000 lease/purchase for vans, trucks, and technology, and recognized teacher and support staff award recipients.
- Adopted 2021-2022 tentative budget: $94,970,999 total, $82,168,163 local tax levy
- Approved $1,030,000 for window replacements at Administration Building
- Approved lease/purchase up to $3,465,000 for 3 vans, 3 F350 trucks, and tech equipment
- Approved bills list totaling $1,197,042.92
- Recognized Governor's Teacher/Educational Services Professional Recognition Award recipients
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold a virtual Finance & Facilities Committee meeting to discuss the 2021-22 budget development process. The agenda includes procedural items, committee member listings, and public comment. No votes or decisions are listed beyond the routine adjournment resolution.
- Discussion of 2021-22 Budget Development Process
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker, virtual format)
- Meeting notice published to local news outlets and cable providers
- Committee member assignments for standing and advisory committees
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a work session meeting with a primary discussion topic of the 2021-2022 budget. The agenda also includes routine reports, public comment, and approval of consent agenda items and the March and April 2021 calendars. The board will enter executive session to discuss pending litigation or contract negotiations.
- Discussion of 2021-2022 budget
- Approval of March and April 2021 calendars
- Approval of consent agenda items
- Approval of field/overnight trips list
- Executive session for litigation/contract negotiations
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a special meeting to receive reports from the board president and superintendent, and to discuss the district budget with local municipalities. Public comment is also scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the budget discussion.
- Budget presentation with local municipalities
- Report of the Board President
- Report of the Superintendent
- Public comment on any items of interest
- Adjournment resolution
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with reports from the student representative, board president, and superintendent, including a return-to-school update. The board will also discuss the 2021-22 budget development process and hold a public hearing on the 2020-2021 Period 1 Report of Violence, Vandalism and Substance Abuse. Consent agenda items include approval of $2,395,952.68 in bills, financial reports, budget transfers, and disposal of district property. Personnel actions include retirements, resignations, and appointments.
- Public hearing on 2020-2021 Period 1 Report of Violence, Vandalism and Substance Abuse
- Discussion of 2021-22 budget development process
- Approval of bills totaling $2,395,952.68
- Approval of personnel actions including retirements and appointments
- Disposal of district property including textbooks, uniforms, and fitness equipment
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a work session meeting. The board voted to approve a resolution requesting that Governor Murphy give priority to all public school district personnel in the statewide administration of the COVID-19 vaccine. The board also approved the February and March 2021 calendars. The meeting includes reports from the Board President and Superintendent, and a work session with a preliminary budget discussion and an update on district goals.
- Approved resolution requesting Governor Murphy prioritize school personnel for COVID-19 vaccine
- Approved February and March 2021 calendars
- Preliminary budget discussion scheduled
- Update on district goals scheduled
- Public comment period open
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, financial reports, and a list of bills totaling $4,968,658.86. The board will also accept the 2019-2020 annual audit and a corrective action plan, and discuss the 2021-22 budget, focusing on technology. Several items are on the consent agenda, including budget transfers, a grant for kitchen equipment, and agreements for nonpublic school security aid.
- Approved bills list totaling $4,968,658.86
- Accepted 2019-2020 annual audit and corrective action plan
- Approved nonpublic school security aid purchases for Cambridge and Pennington schools
- Approved disposal of 948 Dell Chromebook 11 devices
- Accepted $6,802 USDA grant for kitchen equipment at Central High and Timberlane Middle
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in newly elected members Andrea Driver, Adam Sawicki, and Anita Williams Galiano, and electing a president and vice president. The board also approved routine reorganization items including the code of ethics, policy series, newspaper designations, 2021 meeting schedule, and committee appointments.
- Election results: Andrea Driver (5,112 votes), Adam Sawicki (4,760), Anita Williams Galiano (4,627) elected to 3-year terms
- Elected Board President and Vice President (motions carried unanimously)
- Approved 2021 meeting schedule including April 26 budget public hearing
- Designated The Times for legal ads, The Times/Star Ledger for bids, and multiple outlets for meeting notices
- Re-established standing and ad hoc committees and liaison assignments