Hopewell Valley Regional School District public meetings in 2024
16 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold its third budget discussion for the 2025-26 school year. The board is also set to approve a consent agenda that includes $2,347,142.71 in bills, a lease-purchase agreement for school buses not exceeding $470,000, and several personnel actions including new hires and resignations.
- Third budget discussion for the 2025-26 school year presented by Assistant Superintendent Colavita
- Approval of $2,347,142.71 in general fund and capital project bills
- Lease-purchase financing for school buses up to $470,000
- Personnel actions including appointment of Janice Kinnamon as elementary teacher at $78,398 and resignation of same from paraprofessional role
- Disposal of district property including a high jump mat, uniforms, and damaged technology equipment
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is voting on a $1,060,000 bid award for boiler replacement at Central High School, approving $5.1 million in bills, and accepting the 2023-2024 Student Safety Data Systems Report on violence, vandalism, and substance abuse. The board will also recognize National Merit Scholars and hear reports from the student representative, board president, and superintendent.
- Bid award of $1,060,000 to Desesa Engineering for boiler replacement at Central High School
- Approval of bills list totaling $5,117,946.88
- Public hearing and acceptance of the 2023-2024 Student Safety Data Systems Report
- Recognition of National Merit Scholars including semi-finalists Seraphina DaPonte, Andrew Lin, and Nina Plazonic
- Approval of a joint transportation agreement with Hamilton Township Public Schools costing $12,501.70
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on October 14, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes a presentation and public comment on the district's self-assessment of the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act, as well as a second budget presentation focused on special education. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes approving $5,530,736.50 in bills and a transportation jointure agreement.
- Presentation and public comment on the district's self-assessment of the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act
- Budget Presentation #2: Special Education Review
- Approval of bills totaling $5,530,736.50
- Transportation jointure with East Windsor for one student to Katzenbach School for the Deaf, costing $16,366.84
- Student placement at Eden Autism for one student at $139,782.68 tuition
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is approving a consent agenda that includes $3,442,657.18 in bills, budget transfers and adjustments for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, and several personnel appointments and resignations. The board will also hear a budget presentation on curriculum and instruction, and a report on ACCESS achievement data.
- Approval of bills totaling $3,442,657.18 for September 16, 2024
- Approval of 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 general fund budget transfers and adjustments
- Approval of transportation jointures costing $25,704 and $19,243.04 for the 2024-2025 school year
- Approval of personnel actions including appointment of Caryn Conley ($63,413) and Olyvia Longacre ($65,426)
- Budget Presentation #1 on Curriculum & Instruction Review
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is approving routine financial items including a $4,420,389.62 bills list, setting 2024-2025 school lunch prices, and awarding a student transportation contract to Rick Bus Company. The board also receives reports from the superintendent and a presentation on NJGPA results.
- Approved General Fund and Capital Projects bills list totaling $4,420,389.62
- Set 2024-2025 school lunch prices: elementary $3.95, middle/high $4.20, adult $4.95
- Awarded student transportation contract SB2B to Rick Bus Company for $31,304
- Approved submission of project documents for sanitary system improvements at Timberlane Middle School
- Approved disposal of outdated technology, athletic equipment, and textbooks
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold a special meeting to interview candidates Sarah Tracy and Hope Cotter for an open board seat, then enter closed session to deliberate on the appointment. The meeting includes public comment and procedural items.
- Interviews for the open Board seat: candidates Sarah Tracy and Hope Cotter
- Resolution to enter executive session to deliberate on appointment of Board member for vacant seat
- Public comment period open for up to 3 minutes per speaker
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding its regular meeting to approve routine financial items, including bills totaling over $3.2 million, budget transfers and adjustments, and a contract for construction management services. The board will also hear reports from the president and superintendent, recognize students, and receive a presentation on the Climate Action Plan. Public comment is open for any topic.
- Approve bills list for July 15, 2024 totaling $706,840.39
- Approve bills list for June 30, 2024 totaling $2,535,383.17
- Award contract to New Road Construction Management for construction management services
- Approve disposal of district property including Chromebooks, Dell laptops, and books
- Recognize students for Special Olympic Summer Games
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding its regular and business organization meeting to approve routine annual resolutions, including the 2024-2025 budget implementation, professional and contract services, and bid thresholds. The board will also hear reports from the president and superintendent, and receive a presentation on the strategic plan. Public comment is open for any items of interest.
- Resolution to implement the 2024-2025 budget
- Approval of professional services contracts for 2024-2025 (spreadsheet attached)
- Approval of contract awards for 2024-2025, including transportation (spreadsheets attached)
- Resolution to establish bid threshold at $44,000
- Authorization to use state contracts for supplies and services
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is meeting to approve routine financial items, including a $3,630,958.46 bills list, budget transfers, and a $300,000 capital reserve withdrawal for a fire alarm replacement at Stony Brook Elementary School. The board will also recognize retiring staff and hear reports from the superintendent, board president, and student representative. Public comment is open for up to three minutes per speaker.
- Approve bills list totaling $3,630,958.46
- Withdraw $300,000 from capital reserve for Stony Brook Elementary fire alarm replacement
- Increase plumbing contract with Robert Griggs Plumbing & Heating from $150,000 to $350,000
- Approve 2023-2024 General Fund budget transfers and adjustments
- Recognize 19 staff retirees and student contest winners
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a public hearing and regular meeting, with the main action being the adoption of the 2024-2025 annual school budget. The board will also hear reports from the student representative, board president, and superintendent, and recognize award recipients. Several consent agenda items are scheduled for approval, including bills, financial reports, and a food service contract.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 budget: $102,582,686 total, $88,915,275 local tax levy, including $598,955 health cost adjustment
- Approval of bills list totaling $7,132,089.19
- Food service management contract with Pomptonian Food Service for 2024-2025, estimated cost $1,430,699.75
- NJSIG Safety Grant application for $13,153
- Recognition of Governor's Teacher/Educational Services Professional Award recipients and Support Staff Professionals of the Year
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is adopting the 2024-2025 tentative budget totaling $102,582,686, including a $598,955 automatic tax levy adjustment for health insurance costs. The board also accepts the 2023-2024 Period 1 Report of Violence, Vandalism and Substance Abuse and approves routine financial items. Public comments are invited on the budget and the report.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 tentative budget: $102,582,686 total, $88,915,275 local tax levy
- Automatic tax levy adjustment of $598,955 for health insurance cost increase
- Public hearing on budget scheduled for April 29, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
- Acceptance of 2023-2024 Period 1 Report of Violence, Vandalism and Substance Abuse
- Approval of bills list totaling $3,336,504.69
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is meeting to approve routine financial items, personnel actions, and a collective bargaining agreement with support staff. They will also discuss school calendars for 2024-2027 and a potential referendum, and hear reports from the student representative, board president, and superintendent.
- Approved bills list totaling $3,681,397.64
- Approved collective bargaining agreement with HVESPA for 2022-2025
- Authorized submission of referendum projects to NJ Department of Education
- Approved nonpublic school security aid purchases for The Laurel School ($4,510 entitlement)
- Discussed district school calendars for 2024-2025, 2025-2026, and 2026-2027
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education is holding a work session meeting. The main item is a budget discussion, with no other action or discussion items listed. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public comment.
- Budget discussion (agenda item M.1)
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
- Approval of field/overnight trips (listed as recommended action, but no action/discussion items noted)
- Committee assignments listed (standing, advisory, school liaisons)
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold a special meeting to interview and nominate candidates for an open board seat, then enter closed session to deliberate the appointment. The agenda also includes reports from the board president and superintendent, and a public comment period.
- Nomination of Aileen Matticoli, Carolyn Bender, John Slotman, Nancy Lee, and Melis Tanik for board membership
- Resolution to enter executive session to deliberate on appointment of board member for vacant seat
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Reports from Board President Deborah Linthorst and Superintendent Dr. Rosetta Treece
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold its regular meeting, primarily acting on routine items such as approving minutes, bills, and financial reports. The board will also discuss the budget and a referendum, and recognize students for artwork in a national climate report.
- Approved bills totaling $4,457,581.19
- Approved $152,400 in architectural services for fire alarm and boiler projects
- Approved lease-purchase financing for school buses up to $315,000
- Discussed budget development and referendum
- Recognized students for artwork in the 5th National Climate Assessment
Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education will hold its annual organization meeting to review election results, administer oaths to newly elected members, and elect a president and vice president. The board will also adopt policies, set the 2024 meeting schedule, and make annual appointments to committees and liaisons. Public comment is invited.
- Election results: Andrea Driver, Anita Williams-Galiano, and Pamela Lilleston elected to 3-year terms; Dhruv Kapadia elected to 1-year term
- Oath of office for Anita Williams-Galiano, Andrea Brooks, Pamela Lilleston, and Dhruv Kapadia
- Adoption of Board Policy Series 0000-9000
- Approval of 2024 meeting schedule (work sessions and regular meetings at 6:30 p.m.)
- Re-establishment of standing and ad hoc committees, including Climate Action and Later School Time