So >> I would like to call this Barnagate Board of Education meeting to order, please. >> The notice of this meeting has been forwarded to the Asbury Park Press, the Beacon, and placed in the foyer of each Barnagate Town in the Barnagate Township Municipal Building and has been filed with the
Barnett Township Municipal Clerk in conjunction with the Open Public Meetings Act, NJSA 104-10. >> Roll call, please. >> Miss Churnney, >> here. >> Miss Contin, >> here. Mr. Fedorzik >> here.
>> Miss Jeanie >> here. >> Mr. Hearn >> here. >> Mr. Pizaro >> here. >> Miss Terowski >> here. >> Miss Washburn. >> Is she on? >> Is she logged in? We just can't hear her. And Mr. Sing.
and Mr. Sardo >> here. >> Motion C. We have a quorum. >> Thank you. Uh please join us in the flag salute. >> To the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands. One nation
with liberty and justice for all. Um, she says she's on, but it says the host doesn't let her in. >> It says the host needs to let her in. This is Okay. All good now. >> Sorry about that. All right. Uh, next item on our agenda, item number five, is
our audit presentation. Um, I'll turn the floor over to >> Oh, sorry. Uh, Robert Mulligan, uh, who will give the snapshot of our audit for the past year. >> So, floor is yours. >> Hi, everyone. Thank you very much for
having me. Um, as was mentioned, I'm Robert Mulligan, audit manager with HFA. Um, I like to keep my presentation short and sweet. Um, but if you guys have questions, happy to answer anything here today. If I don't have the answer, happy to get it to you tomorrow morning right
away. So, um, please just let me know. Um, first of all, most important thing that everybody cares about, we have three opinions within our audit. Our independent auditors report, our report on internal control over financial reporting and compliance, and our
independent auditors report on compliance um, for our state and federal programs. All three of these are unmodified opinions, which is the best opinion that we can give. Um, we have no deficiencies, no material weaknesses to report. Um, so all in all, a big stamp
of approval for the district. Uh, and again, that's what everybody really cares about, right? Um, I do want to point one thing out in our independent audits report. It's called it's what's called an emphasis of matter paragraph. Um this is typically used when there's
something um typically a change in accounting principle that changes a number within the report from years past uh due to you know a statute a rule from the government accounting standards board. Um in this case we have one for
what's called Gazsby statement number 101 related to compensated absences. Um, historically, when you have compensated absences, you're going to show those numbers at what you actually owe, what you have to pay out to your employees if
they were to retire. Um, with this new standard and the change, you now have to show that liability. Even if you're not going to pay it to somebody, it's whatever they have earned over the course of their career. Um, so despite you having limitations, say for um, you
know, a cap or they have to be here a certain amount of years before they can be eligible, we have to show the full amount. Um, all that is just a really long-winded way of saying the number is going to look higher than it has historically. Um, but that does not mean you have to pay anything additional.
What you owe is based off your contracts um, and what is already established through through state law. So nothing's changing for for you guys other than presentation purposes. Um I just want to draw attention to it because it is a paragraph within the report. So um
before I move on, does anybody have a question about that part? Because I know it's a little out there. Cool. Um as for operations this year, we are at about $5 million worth of uh fund balance at the end of the year. Overall,
the district is in a very healthy uh spot. We utilized funds from uh capital and maintenance reserve this year in the budget. Um and we were able to replenish those pretty significantly. Um so keeping in mind of that $5 million, there is money set aside in reserves
which are heavily restricted. Uh state statute says you can only utilize them in certain manners. So just as you're kind of budgeting going forward, just keeping in mind that those reserves are are there for a rainy day. but you can only utilize them for certain things. So, you know, you don't want to draw down your complete unassigned balance
going forward. Um, but overall very healthy fund balance. And then in our food service fund, because we've brought this up in years past, um, overall district still at a healthy $600,000 uh, sitting in our food service fund, which the district is
putting back into the programs, make sure the kids get uh, better lunches. um and district is utilizing their funds in in a great way. Um no issues to report there either. And my last thing and and then if there's any questions, happy to to
answer them. Um I always like to point out the letter of transmitt. This is the first six pages of your report. This comes from the district's point of view. Um this is kind of your outlook on uh you know, demographics, uh enrollment, you know, kind of the future budgets.
Um, this is a great place to kind of see what what the district management is kind of expecting uh going forward. So, I always point people to this section just to kind of read through that and see kind of what the future is going to hold. So, overall, great job by the
entire district. Uh, I do want to thank the district for for having us back this year on behalf of our partner Brian Waldron. Uh, thank you to Kate, to Brian, to Kate's entire staff. Uh, audits are are very difficult. we're coming in asking for reports sometimes a
year after they've been uh kind of created. So, we appreciate their patience with us as we work through everything. Um kind of mess with their day-to-day lives as we work through things. So, so thank you Kate. Thank you to your whole team. So,
>> yeah. Any questions? >> Well, well, thank you. >> Awesome. Thank you very much. >> Appreciate it. >> Thank you. All right. Well, yes, a a very big hand to our business
administrator, our administration for again another spotless audit that uh shows the district is on the solid ground financially and going in the right direction at a time when not every district in the county can say that. So
again, bravo to everyone in our administration staff. All right. Next on our agenda is item number six, approval of the agenda. No changes to the agenda. So approval of the agenda as it stands, please. >> So moved. >> Second.
>> Roll call. >> Miss Charnie. >> Yes. >> Miss Continanza. >> Yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic. >> I will abstain. >> Miss Genie. >> Yes. >> Mr. Hearn. >> Yes. >> Mr. Pizaro. Yes,
>> Miss Terowski. >> Yes, >> Miss Washburn. >> Yes. >> And Mr. Sarno? >> Yes. >> Motion carried. >> Thank you. Item number seven on our agenda is approval of the minutes. We have motions one and two, regular session, executive from uh December's
meeting. A motion to approve those two, please. >> Excuse me. >> So moved. >> Second. >> Roll call. >> Miss Churnney. >> Yes. >> Miss Continza. >> Yes. Mr. Fedorzic. >> So, just real quick, I was reading up
ahead, so I would have said yes for before. I was a line ahead of us before. I need to abstain from this as I was not here for the December meeting. >> Miss Genie, >> yes. >> Mr. Hearn, >> yes. >> Mr. Pizaro, >> I'm going to abstain. I wasn't on the
board yet. >> Miss Tarnowski, >> yes. >> Miss Washburn, >> yes. >> Mr. Sarno, >> yes. Motion carries. >> Thank you. Um, next is our upstanders. I will turn it over to Dr. Lis.
>> Good evening. The Upstander program provides a wonderful opportunity to recognize and celebrate students across our district who embody the core traits of Bengal pride. These traits are essential in fostering a positive school climate and strengthening the vital
partnership between home and school. A partnership that plays a significant role in our students overall success. This month we are proud to honor students who exemplify acceptance representing the A in Bengal pride. Their ability to show respect, kindness,
and understanding toward others has a meaningful impact on their peers and the school environment. When you hear your name, please come forward and join board president Mr. Sarno and Superintendent Dr. Lowis to receive your plaque. First, from Barnagate High School, we
have Lily Bolardo. Lily is a dedicated volunteer in the BHS buddies program. She eagerly joined this independent study to spend more time with students in Mr. Durk's claw mart and works closely with several of them. Lily instinctively meets the students needs, offering help and attentive
listening. She often stops by to say hello on her own time and is deeply loved by the entire class. She is kind, accepting, and truly outstanding. Congratulations, Lily. Next, from Russell and Brackman Middle School, we have Ryan Landrell.
Brian consistently demonstrates the character trait of acceptance by being kind and inclusive. When she noticed a student sitting alone during group work, she invited her to join her group and made her feel welcome. By including others and standing up for belonging, Ryan shows what it means to be an
upstander. Congratulations. From Robert El Horbell Intermediate School, we have Louis Louise Lobo. Louise is deserving of the Inspires Award for acceptance because he consistently treats everyone with kindness and respect, no matter their differences. He goes out of his way to
include classmates who have special needs or may feel left out. When working in a group, he makes sure all voices are heard. Lewis shows empathy by listening without judgment and being open to different perspectives. His actions help create an environment where others feel valued and where his positive actions
are contagious. Through his daily choices, Lewis sends a strong example of what true acceptance looks like. Congratulations. Next, from Joseph T. Donahghue School, we have Elise Bot. Ellie shows acceptance towards classmates, welcoming new ideas, and
treating others with kindness and respect. When Elise sees one of her classmates struggling, she tries to help them. Her positive attitude helps create a supportive classroom community, and she contributes to group activities by listening and encouraging peers. Congratulations.
Next, from the Cecil S. Collins School, we have Emma Wagner. Emma is a student in the kindergarten inclusion classroom who consistently demonstrates kindness and acceptance toward everyone around her. She is always helpful to her peers and naturally seeks out opportunities to
support others whether they need assistance with the task, encouragement, or simply a friendly presence. Emma greets everyone with a warm smile and a gentle, caring demeanor that helps all students feel welcome and included. She models acceptance through her daily actions, treating every classmate with
respect and understanding. Emma's kindness makes the classroom a more positive and inclusive environment, and she truly exemplifies what it means to be an upstander. Congratulations. Next, from Lilian Dumpy School, we have Sebastiano Principy.
Sebastiano is being nominated as an upstander for his consistent demonstration of acceptance, kindness, and fairness towards all. He is inclusive in his play and makes a genuine effort to involve everyone. He warmly welcomes new friends, helping them feel comfortable and safe.
Sebastiano also teaches his peers the classroom rules and routines and guides them during activities. Congratulations, And from aces, we have Ruby Trans. Ruby is welcoming to everyone who steps into the AC's hallway. She has been especially accepting of new staff and
students this year and consistently makes an effort to ensure everyone feels included, whether she is playing outside or engaging with others at the sensory bins at the table. Congratulations, Ruby. Okay,
>> we're going to take one group picture. Congratulations. >> Congratulations. You're so cute. >> All right. >> Uh, probably. Yeah. Um, item nine is our student representative, but I do not believe she is here tonight.
Um, item 10 on our agenda is our Barnagate Education Association liaison and that is Mrs. Morganoff. >> Hi, the Barnagan Education Association wishes you all a happy and healthy new year. As we kick off 2026, we are
hopeful for continued strong test scores, student growth, and many positive moments ahead for our school and community. We look forward to working together in the year ahead and all that it'll bring. Thank you. Thank you, Miss Morganoff. Appreciate
it. Uh, item 11 on our agenda is our state New Jersey school boards representative or and our county school board representatives. I don't know if either have >> anything any >> Yeah. >> county. So, Miss Tornowski,
>> the Ocean County School Board will be meeting virtually January 28th and will be featuring a panel discussion with the veteran board member, a second term board member, and a first term board member. The first term board member being our very own, Mr. Hearn. Our board
members, please register online. And a reminder that all county meetings for this quarter are all virtual. So you can scan through the different topics that you might want to experience and register for another county's online meeting. Thank you.
>> All right. Thank you, Miss Tarnowski. Um, next item is committee discussions. Each month, the chairperson of each committee reports out what has happened in our committee over the past month to give the uh community more of a insight on what is happening. Um, we will start
off first with our finance committee which is chaired by Mrs. Tornowski. >> Thank you. The finance committee met January 14th. Uh, we received the audit presentation, went over different parts of it. We had the opportunity to ask questions and all members were very
impressed. Uh, thank you because we heard part of that presentation today. Uh, we shifted to questions on the bills list. Um those moving forward if uh any questions on the build list are
presented please try to email us before the committee so this way they could be discussed as a whole too. Uh we had discussion about our out of district placements as well as about grants. Uh thank you to the Barnett community for coming together during the holiday season for our students. Thank you to
the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey for their donation to the Future Business Leaders of America and the Safety Ambassador Program and to the Barnagate Wreck for their donation, to the class of 2026 for their participation and help with the Polar Express uh township event. And to Alan
Huber for their donation for the senior auction event and thank you everyone. We'll see you in February. >> Okay, thank you Miss Tonowski. Um next is our athletics committee chairperson is Mr. Pero. >> Thank you, Mr. Sarno. Athletics met on
January 12th. We have three motions tonight. One is for the coaches staff to go to Atlantic City for a football clinic on February 19th and 20th. The second motion is a resignation of a winter track coach assistant. And the third one will be appointing a new
winter track coach. >> All right. Thank you, Mr. Pacero. Um, next, buildings, grounds, transportation, and food services. Uh, chairperson is Mrs. Washburn. The building's grounds, transportation, and food service committee met on
January 13th uh, to review updates across all operational areas. Nutrerf shared new wellness initiatives including oatmeal month, upcoming ice coffee options, expanded catering, and the launch of nutritionally compliant
smoothie vending machines. accessible to all students. Facilities reported strong preparation for upcoming fire and QAC inspections, successful snow operations with new equipment, continued progress on fire restoration at Baragget High School, and ongoing budget development.
Transportation highlighted staffing updates, a near-perfect first pass rate on NBC inspections, successful implementation of new routing software, and thoughtful discussion regarding the cost and feasibility of electric buses. And the committee also celebrated the transportation department's community
outreach through a secret stand initiative supporting a local family. And we have one agenda item tonight for facility usage. >> Thank you, Mrs. Washurn. >> Welcome. >> Next up is education committee and chairperson is Mrs. Churnney.
>> Thank you, Mr. Sarno. Um, the education committee met on January 13th to review curriculum initiatives, student programs, and district performance updates. The director of curriculum gave us updates on student achievement and CUSAC. He will be giving us a
presentation shortly. The committee also discussed a new program of studies for Barneut High School on artificial intelligence. We will be getting a class set of high-end computers paid for by a grant. Once the class is up and running, someone from New Jersey Department of Ed
would like to observe it. Um, plans are still underway for the STEM bus. The layout and activities are still being developed. You'll see on tonight's agenda, we have our usual work-based learning locations, community- based instruction placements, college
university placements, continuing education request, field trips were reviewed and also approved. The committee discussed aviation 3 and determined um as of right now, it is not recommended at this time based on enrollment numbers. And we have good
news, adventures in academics, which will take place on February 7th. This year, the Dumpy School is trying something new and combining our literacy, math, carnival into one event. Families will be able to participate in a variety of engaging math and literacy
activities throughout the evening. And we'll also have anformational table set up to share details about our new curriculum. Frog Street will be providing materials that we can share directly with families as well. Um, our next board meeting will be February
10th. >> All right. Next committee meeting will be February 10th. Um, next committee is governance committee and chairperson is Miss Continenc. >> Uh, thank you Mr. Sarna. The governance
committee met on January 14th. On tonight's agenda, we have motion one is the second reading for the following policies, resource material, public complaints, and uh abolishing the anti- choking device. Motion two is the second
reading um for resource material and public complaints. And motions three and four is the first reading to update various mandated policies and regulations. Um our next meeting will be held uh
February 11th. Thank you. >> Thank you Miss Continansza. Um next committee is health safety and technology and chairperson is Mr. Hearn. >> Thank you Mr. Sarno. Our health safety and technology committee meeting was
held on January 15th. Uh there were security upgrades at the high school that are finishing up at this time. Uh there will be future upgrades, security upgrades by adding additional cameras uh to schools to
provide enhanced coverage. Uh security related sheds were inspected and equipped with all necessary equipment to facilitate required activities. A shout out goes to Jim and our security department for being a few steps ahead
of some neighbor districts in our security procedures and protocols. The nursing update, there was CPR and AED certification training was held on January 8th. A few members of our
emergency response teams were reertified. Resertifications will also be offered again in the spring for those that need it at that time. Technology update. Uh the high school replacement of
equipment has been received and is being set up and installed. That is uh fire and water damage related equipment that's been replaced. Also, the Chromebook inspections are scheduled for the end of January for the
high school and the middle school. And our next health, safety, and technology committee meeting will be February 12th. Thank you. >> Thank you, Mr. Hearn. >> Mr. Sarna, I got a quick comment for order. It ties into health, safety,
technology, and possibly governance. Um, >> as everybody should be aware by now, today the state house, you know, brought in Governor Mikey Cheryl and Governor Murphy walked out uh for his final day. Uh, with that came a slew of bills being
signed in the last 72 hours, if that. Uh, one of them that I want to bring up here, and hopefully we can get it on the HST for discussion as it relates to school is the, uh, ability sign regarding ebikes. I'm not here to discuss whether it's strict, too strict,
not strict enough. Um, but I know it affects a good population of our students. Um, and there's going to be some several changes that are going to come out and requirements. Um it might be worth having a discussion, you know, how the school's going to handle that um in concert with uh you know, Bara
Township, you know, the PD as far as what guidance they're going to give. I know there's several departments, um just here in the area, police departments that have already started posting stuff on their social media pages on what can be expected. Um again, I don't want to get in weeds with it here, but I'd like to put in the minutes that, you know, it was brought up and we
can possibly, you know, have a discussion for it at a later. Well, well, the first thing that'll be discussed is in our uh governance committee. I know Miss Wisconsin have talked to or about it. The obviously our policy will have to adapt to the law. Um I'm sure um they'll come out with new
mandated uh maybe requirements, but um it's something that we'll have to look into. I'm not sure exactly the date that this goes into effect. Um but that's something I always obviously our policy is going to have to coincide with. So again already um on top of that with Miss Continanza and governance
>> Mr. Sarno. >> Yeah. >> They are giving people up to a year. >> Yeah. That's what I mean. I know there's time frame. >> There's time like I said I want to get in here. I just want to bring it up. So I don't sit in governance. I do sit in HST but this happened after our our so appreciate it. >> All right. Thank you very much Mr. Vors.
Um personnel committee is next. I am the chairperson of personnel. Um, as you can as you can see, there are several retirements, and I'll acknowledge them, a few of them here that we have. Um, first on there is Mrs. Penquay. Susan
Penquay, a par professional in our district. Susan has worked at Barneut Township School District for the past 24 years. She was hired on September 1st, 2001 as a part-time PAR professional and also as a part-time playground aid at the Edwards Elementary School. Susan
became a full-time PAR professional in January 3rd, 2005 at Robert Horbelt School. She also enjoy uh she also worked during the summer as a par profofessional in the ESY uh program. Uh Susan continued to work as a full-time PAR professional at the Lily Dumpy
School and Barnett High School throughout the rest of her years at the Barnagut School District. Susan was the winner of the Ocean County Teacher Recognition Award, Support Staff Education Aid for the 2010 2011 school year. Um, so again, Miss Penway, I know
she was uh was there with my kids when my kids came through school and was there as one of the aids with my kids. So, thank you again for your 24 years um to our dedicated to our students and our district. Um greatly appre appreciated,
Miss Penquay, and uh you'll be obviously greatly missed within our district. Um next is Mr. Robert Eert. Mr. Mr. has been a bus aid for the past three years in Barnage School District. Uh he was hired on September 1st, 2022.
Um you also have Miss Kathleen Hill retiring. Kathleen has worked at the Barnett School District for the past 35 years. She was hired on May 14th, 1990. Uh Miss Carroll Zerillo is also retiring. Carol has worked at the
Barnagate School District for the past 33 years. Carol was hired as a playground cafeteria aid on September 1st, 1992. She was in this role through June 30th, 2001 at the Horbel School. She became a par professional on
September 1st, 2001 and has worked at several different schools throughout uh Borne School District for over the past 25 years. Carol also worked during the summer as a ESY uh uh in the ESY program. So again, thank you to uh Miss
Aurillo for her dedication and uh um working with our students and our community for the past 33 years. Again, greatly appreciated and uh we thank you for all your dedicated service. Um also you'll see on our agenda
we have a prek par profofessional full-time. We're hiring um playground cafeteria at the column school. uh part-time paraprofessional and a full-time paraprofessional
um that we're hiring. Also, uh Mrs. Burke will be the interimm uh principal at Donghue School. So, congratulations to Miss Burke for and I'm greatly appreciated stepping into that role and um taking over that job to
um keep that school running smooth. positive the board's positive that the she obviously will um see uh follow hiring a full-time behaviorist and Miss Carson she's going from a full-time paraprofessional to a
behaviorist at the Brackman school congratulations to her and resource teacher um follow uh transportation aid needs several transportation aids and the rest
are all just uh fillins for different programs we have as far as I see fraternity leave medical leave and that is it. Um we did meet on January 12th I believe and I next meeting is on February 9th.
That is it. Um, our special ed ACES committee is chaired by Mrs. Washburn. Thank you. The special education committee met on January 12th to review staffing, program growth, and overall progress within special education and
ACES. District leadership shared that student needs continue to be met through strategic staffing adjustments with minimal impact on instruction. The board discussed future goals, including monitoring district-wide growth and projections for special education, as
well as space considerations across buildings. The director of special education reported strong momentum within the program, highlighting increased parent engagement, positive feedback, successful community- based instruction, and improved communication with families. Updates were also shared
on the ACS courtyard project, which is progressing as weather permits. That's all. >> Okay. Thank you very much, M. Washburn. >> Item Sarno, I got uh just real quick a comment again for good of the order. Uh just real quick, I think in the interest
of transparency uh for the for the committee here, the board, you know, the board here. Um as you see, I'm not a committee chair. >> This isn't the point. This not no get out of order, Mr. Fedors. It's not >> It's not the point to talk about.
>> Would you like me to get to DES all you? >> So, back in November. >> Okay. You can get up in the day again. Let me ask you. >> Ethics charge will file this afternoon. >> Please do not get out of order >> this afternoon. >> Please do not get out of order. >> Nobody's out of order. >> Thank you very much. Thank you. You can more than welcome to get up at the day.
Mr. Gdorsk, >> they were filed this afternoon. >> You can file whatever you would like. Um anyway, item 14, more important business. Superintendent District highlights and information. I will turn it over to Mr. Latas.
>> Uh sure. I'll invite Mr. Barbie up to the uh the mic. Uh while he's setting up for his presentation, just a couple district highlights I'll point out. Uh first, I'd like to send a big congratulations to Tina Nelson, our food service director. She received the NeutriServe food management manager of
the year award. Um so big shout out to her. She's doing an awesome job. She's amazing partner to the district and it was a well-deserved honor. Uh shout out to the Barna Police Department. uh they partnered with ACES and Donahue to celebrate uh law enforcement
appreciation day. So we appreciate them coming out and making that day special with our students. Congratulations to the Brackman dance team on taking first place in jazz and third in the palm at their competition. Also congratulations to the Bman cheerleaders for taking first place in game day and second place
in traditional at their competition. National Honor Society and the National Art Honor Society induction ceremonies were held. So congratulations to all the inductees. And finally, congratulations to Allison Chuning, Natalie Nitzky, and Victoria Hoffman for making history as the first female wrestlers from BHS to
qualify for the short conference tournament. So, big shout out to all those individuals, and we uh share appreciation. With that being said, Mr. Barbie, are you prepared? Yes. >> Ready to go. >> Hey, thank you very much, Dr. Lowis, members of the board of education. Um, we're going to do it a little differently uh this evening. Many of you
guys have seen me present slide decks, 100 slides, 200 slides. We're not doing that tonight, don't worry. Um, I am required by the NJ DOE to provide an update. So, looking at the information, I thought it would be more effective to give a very very brief verbal update uh
tonight and then invite you guys with questions uh to discuss it more at the February education committee. So, if you sit on education uh or if you don't, please funnel any questions that you may have um to that uh committee. I think the conversation would be u more productive in that setting. Okay. Okay,
so real quick, what is QAC quality? Single accountability continuum. Uh that is the audit that comes out from the department of education once every 3 years. We are measured across five categories. Governance, finance, instruction, and program, uh personnel, and operations. Each category is scored
out of a 100 with an 80 out of 100 uh considered passing. What we're here to talk about tonight is instruction and program. uh our last uh round of Q sacking uh our last uh QAC uh experience um landed north of the 80 in four of the
five categories. Unfortunately, it did not in instruction and program. So, we entered what is called status and we get regular check-ins from the department of ed. They like to see the plans that we're working on and things that we're doing to try to get back to that 80 mark. And the reason why I'm here for an update uh is that we did receive uh a
score from the most recent uh round of state assessments and is improving but unfortunately is not quite uh good enough to hit the target. So just to give some uh specific context uh our QAC uh round before the um before the
pandemic uh was an 82 out of 100 for instruction and program and that's tabulated. 40 points uh come just from the curriculum side of things where they like to see all the district files. They want to notice that you know make sure that it is aligned to the appropriate standards or you know do your eyes cross
your tees. Um but the preponderance of that the 60 points is the test scores which is the NJSLA and uh we know at times that that's been a struggle for some of our students. So it was an 82 before the pandemic. After the pandemic we dropped to a 76. Um,
again, not great, but considering how uh, you know, steep the decline was for many districts, um, actually not too bad. We've clawed our way back to a 78, so 82 to 76 to 78. Um, and then we're eagerly awaiting this round of, uh, testing this spring with the NJSLA
adaptive. um and hope is not a strategy, but we're confident from all the hard work that we've done um with our learners and to get them ready um and the uh similar experiences they've had with the um I Ready Diagnostic and other tests that are adaptive. Um we're feeling pretty confident going into u
this spring testing cycle. So, uh the the breakdown of the points I thought about putting tables and charts and stuff together with you, they just don't translate well on this um big screen. So, uh they are in the minutes. Um as Mrs. attorney said, uh, it was discussed with the board in education in January. Um, so you can certainly review those
minutes and the tables and and charts and where those parts come from, how they've increased and decreased over time. All that's presented for you there. Um, and then if you have follow-up questions, please um do not hesitate. I would love to discuss uh anything uh topics of concern, interest, suggestions, ideas um at the February
education committee meeting. All right. Thank you very much. Thank you very much. And with that being said, I will turn it back over to you, President. >> No comments. >> Because I don't have it listed on there, so I'm just >> I uh ran through these guys already. Uh
actually, really quick, um you know, do want to uh cite two things. One, uh as you heard from the audit report, a big shout out to the business office. Um, you know, again, we've continued to have clean audits there and, uh, it's promising to hear some of the feedback as far as building up some of the reserve accounts and things of that
nature. I know that's a big priority for the district um, in case, you know, we encounter any kind of emergencies, things of that nature. So, uh, even through this very difficult funding formula and uh, financial times, we continue to make strides and move in the right direction. So, big shout out to the business office for the clean audit.
Uh, we thank you there. And also it's not reflected on agenda um but it will be discussed in executive um just wanted to uh thank I don't see I think Mr. Fedor is exciting. >> Oh there there you are. Uh just wanted
to uh uh thank Mr. Barbie publicly. Um it's not on the agenda. It'll be uh it'll be reflected in the agenda after executive session. But Mr. Barbieieri has accepted a position as the assistant superintendent in votech. Um, uh, Mr. Barbieri, uh, started here as a
supervisor and, uh, ascended into his position as director and, uh, over the last eight years has, uh, served, uh, on the senior leadership team in that role. And, uh, there's been a tremendous amount of accomplishments during that time. Uh, Mr. Barbiei has, uh, clearly left his mark on the district in a
positive way, and we do appreciate your partnership. We appreciate your leadership, your support, and the passion that you brought here. Um, you know, I think again looking back at your time, there's a lot to be proud of, and we wish you nothing but the very best uh in your next position. They're very lucky to have you.
>> Thank you, Dr. Lawis. All right, item 15 on the agenda is president's remarks. Um, well, again, just two things and I did mention about the audit report. Um, again, on behalf of the board, thank you very much. Um, you know, it this this
time and age of uh trying to put a budget together, trying to keep your district taxes at a stable rate for the community, um, trying to provide a high-end education for our students, pay our staff um, a, you know, a wage that they should that they earn and uh, they
they need to, you know, be comparable to other districts is not easy in this time frame. Um but year after year um under the guidance of our administration um you know every year you see we we hit the mark when it comes to our audit um
everything is clean fine um there's no findings so again I on behalf of the board it's it's refreshing to have that happen year after year you kind of expect it but again if you look at other districts around us other districts in this county other districts throughout the state
that is not the norm. Um so again, bravo to to all of you um everything that you do on a daily basis and to the administration in each school because again it's it's a team effort. So again, thank you very much for uh everybody's input in that. Um secondly, Dr. Latis
just acknowledged Mr. Boriieri. Um I know I spoke to Dr. Lwis, I believe it was Friday, um when I found out. Um bittersweet, I mean, you know, happy for Mr. barbiier moving on and moving up. That's always, you know, everyone's
ambition. So, again, grateful, you know, that that that's happening for you, that opportunity. But, um, I can say in the years that I've been here, no one's impacted our, you know, curriculum, our day-to-day curriculum, and I and I know
where it was, say, 10, 12 years ago, what shape this district was in, and where it is now. And again, and again, I never want to say all of it's to one person because again, it's it's a team. Um, but with the leadership of again, Dr. Latis and Mr. Barbieri, um, has
moved this district in a total, you know, 360 degrees um, from where it was um, 8 10 years ago. So again, on behalf of the board of education, thank you, Mr. Barbari. Greatly appreciated um, for everything you've done for our district and our community. Um, and best wishes
to you in the future. So, thank you. And that is it on my remarks. Um, item 16 on the agenda is public session. >> The Barnett The Baring Township Board of Education appreciates and welcomes public comment, advice, and suggestions,
especially when it's intended to assist the board of education. Please feel free to speak to the board during public session. Comments and discussion will be limited to one five-minute period per individual unless requested by the chairperson to continue on a point of clarification. Public comment and special meetings of the board shall be
related to the call of the meeting. In accordance with the board of education policy, each participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface their comments by an announcement of their name, address, and group affiliation if appropriate. Your anticipated courtesy to the members of public and the board is appreciated.
>> Thank you. Motion to open public session, please. >> So moved. Second. >> Second. >> Roll call. >> Miss Churnney. >> Yes. Miss Continanza, >> yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic, >> yes. >> Miss Jeanie, >> yes. >> Mr. Hearn,
>> yes. >> Mr. Pizaro, >> yes. >> Miss Hernowski, >> yes. >> Miss Washburn, >> yes. >> And Mr. Sarno, >> yes. >> Motion carried. >> Thank you. >> Anybody
public like to address right here? Whoever said that we have a problem with global warming is lying to us. I'm freezing. Joel Gold, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Cold. Baronagut,
New Jersey. Even worse. Uh, I want to congratulate first the entire school board and administration of Barneut High School and handling the situation following the fire.
You've done a terrific job. Our kids were in school virtually, but they were learning. So, it's a credit to everybody, not one person. Thank you very much. Uh
in my spare time, uh I get a lot of business articles to read and one really hit home and with your permission I'd like to read it tonight and I may go over the five minutes. So I'm going to ask for an extra two.
Threat assessment and deescalation training are among the top risk management practices needed in K to2 schools. According to experts, a first step is often in identifying situations
where a teacher is likely to be injured. Crisis management, affiliate response and deescalation techniques are required. What is called mitigation strategy should include clear plans for when there is a threat and then making sure
that staff and teachers are trained so that they understand the process. Such training is key and I'm skipping the names of people. That's why the uh a properly trained individual will have
a much higher chance of reducing or removing the situation because the collective concern for the safety of both teachers and students and I want to add parents etc should have complete buyin. This will
help allow protocols such as physical safety measures, guards, cameras, searches, and weapon detectors to be implemented. Data and analytics can play a big role in helping to identify and
counsel at risk students and children of all ages and tracking trends and risks to ensure that the riskmanagement protocols be implemented truly reflect the needs of the community. Uh
unfortunately uh I saw it firsthand last month where a dear friend and his wife were murdered in cold blood by their son. Shouldn't happen.
Please, I ask everybody who's here, who hears my voice, and those who you can talk to afterwards, if you see it, if you suspect it, talk to somebody. Bring it to their
attention. It happened twice last month in California in the LA basin. Please, it's got to stop now. Mr. Ladry, I'm giving you this.
>> Thank you. Appreciate it. >> Next on my agenda, and I've got a problem with athletics, and that it seems that athletics have taken on more of importance
than family. To me, what should be is family first, education second, and athletics third. Unfortunately, I didn't see that this year. In fact, this is the first year. My son is 18 years old. This
is the first time we stayed home. We could not go away. Why? Attendance. You should expect to be in wrestling six days a week. It must be a
priority in your life. If you're going to miss a practice, you must contact one of the coaches before. If issues still occur, the coaches reserve the right to ask you to hand in your equipment and dismiss you from the team. Uh I don't
buy it. And I think there are number of parents that feel the same way. Family comes first, education is second, and then third definitely is athletics. I fully support athletics.
I feel there's a need to get some of the frustration out, but not six days a week. Even this week, we had a national holiday. I had made plans for the day and at the
last minute Sunday night my son got a text saying we have practice on Monday Martin Luther King Day a federal holiday and it's a very special holiday if we follow what's happened over the
past century but yet we didn't respect it. I wonder what it cost us to open the building, heat the building for the few hours of uh
the practice session. I think uh we have to take a look at it and see what we can do to keep family, education, and finally athletics, sports, etc.
Uh, I got all these notes, but I can't read my handwriting. Oh. Uh, at the last meeting that I attended, this is serious. I was accused of not liking birds.
Uh, I would like to make a statement that I do like birds. I like parrots and I like eagles both. The person who accused me of that will understand where I come from. Uh I want
to conclude my uh remarks this evening by wishing everybody a happy, healthy, and warm 2026. Uh it looks like we got another couple of weeks of this kind of weather, but
we'll get over it. Thank you very much. >> Thank you very much, Mr. If there's anything you want to add, Dr. Lawis. >> Uh, sure. So, I can address a few of those things. So, uh, Mr. Gold, first and foremost, I'm really sorry for your loss. Um, you know, that's that's a
terrible tragedy tragedy. >> And, uh, you know, we absolutely sympathize and empathize with, you know, how you're feeling. I can tell you from the school perspective, um, you know, we do a lot with threat assessment teams. Uh, we have each one of them, uh, one of them in each of the buildings. Uh and
they're made up of multiddisciplinary. Um so as we uh you know if we see something that looks alarming or we sees different characteristics from students that might stand out um you know we are trained as a as a staff to to try to identify that and work with those students uh to make sure that they get
the the help and support that they need. Um you know fortunately we hear about this way too much in the news about you know different things that that transpire and I can tell you as the district we take it very serious. Not only do we have a lot of the security protocols on the back end and the threat assessment teams and things like that um
but on the front end of things we do a lot of different uh mental health initiatives in the district to try to improve uh to be proactive. So for instance we have challenge day that transpires at the high school. We have Dylan's wings that we utilize at the high school and that's uh that is planned to extend out to the to the
middle school. We have no place for hate that we have in some of the different buildings. So we do do a lot of the uh a lot of those types of uh you know cultural initiatives um with the mindset that we can try to support students uh before it gets to that point. Um because it is a very big concern not only
students um you know that that may have uh uh you know may be struggling mentally and and as a result try to hurt other students but we also uh take it very serious and are very concerned about students that would hurt themselves. So you know we do have that across the board. We do partner with law enforcement. We take, you know, anything
that's said, we always take every one of them 100% serious and we treat them all the same. We don't, you know, try to we don't uh rely on ourselves to make that decision of was that kid serious or not serious. You know, we immediately have different protocols in place where we, you know, pest evaluations and we partner with the hospitals, we partner
with the law enforcement where they'll do wellness checks at houses and they'll do safety checks at houses to make sure that, you know, the the threats are, you know, unfounded or uh, you know, not substantiated. So, we do take a lot of that very serious. Um, we take all that very serious and uh, like I said, I think as a district, you know, we do try
to attack it from a very proactive standpoint where we try to put things in place to support our students mental health. You know, even back to last year when we did the cell phone ban, you know, a lot of that was, you know, ahead of the curve of the state, you know, with the mindset to try to help our students. Um and then on the back end of things, we do have a lot of procedures
uh in place. You know, security, you know, a lot of things I'm not going to go into in a public forum, you know, but we do have a lot of things in place uh to to to work on the back end as far as hardcaping, security enhancements, uh technological um things that we have in place like Gaggle that'll, you know,
flag different things and identify students that might be in in distress or crisis. So, you know, we do try to attack that um you know, from a lot of different angles to try to put our position, our students and staff in the best, you know, the safest possible climate. Um because, you know, exactly what you're talking about, these
tragedies, you know, unfortunately nationwide are becoming more prevalent. Um so, we do take those things very seriously. >> Well, that's why I brought it I wanted to bring it to the attention uh to the community literally tonight. Uh I'm not saying you're not doing
>> Oh, yeah. No, of course. Uh definitely not. >> Sure. >> Uh but I feel in all honesty that we all can, including me, can do just a little bit more. >> Sure. >> Maybe we have to look with both eyes.
Look with one eye and verify what we saw with the other. Listen with one ear and verify what we heard with the other ear. and then use our mouth to the appropriate person or persons
>> to just make it a little bit better. >> Sure. No, I I I definitely took that as uh as being constructive and supportive. So, I you know, I definitely appreciate you bringing that forward and we'll review that. And you know, if I can, you know, take the liberty to say that, I think the board of education administration, you know, really stand
in lock step with the importance of of safety and uh and and our students, you know, mental, you know, mental health and and the the safety of our students and staff. So, I do appreciate you bringing that forward. And as far as uh the wrestling is concerned, you know, obviously I think, you know, it's good feedback. You know, we always try to
look at these types of things. Um, you know, I do know a lot of the stuff that we're, you know, that we do with the athletics is dictated by the NJ SIA, but um, you know, I think it's always good feedback to hear that and, you know, obviously we'll, you know, we'll bring that back and and, you know, talk to the coaches.
>> Well, again, I think, uh, what I said before, family should come first, not athletics. And there's got to be a way that we can merge everything together
>> and balance it. Nope. Totally agree. >> Let's have a balance of family, education, >> and the ability to get out the frustration of family and education in sports. And I think we need sports.
>> Sure. But I don't think we need >> six days a week of of athletics and especially on federal holidays. >> No. So again, appreciate you bringing it to our attention and I think as Dr. La said it's something obviously we'll
we'll look at and uh again evaluate something again if we don't if it's not brought to our attention >> you know normally we won't know about it. So again thank you for >> for bringing the concern. >> I missed two meetings. One because of the Jewish holidays and the other because I had to fly out unexpectedly to
California for a day. >> Understood. >> Thank you very much for your time. >> Nope. Thank you, Mr. Gold. Thank you. >> And for the extra minutes? >> No, no problem. Anybody else? >> I'll take my time.
>> Would you rather go after Mr. Barbie or >> want to go? >> Please. I don't want to. >> Sure. Mr. Barbary. >> Jim Barbie, director of curriculum and instruction. I'm going to try to say this without getting emotional. I just want to say thank you. I want to say
thank you to the board of education. I want to say thank you to um to my colleagues, my comrades, people who have been with me. Um so, okay, so obviously the cat's out of the bag. Um I'm off to a bad start already. Okay, let me start over. Cat's out of the bag. Um, yes, I
did recently um submit my letter of resignation and yes, I am uh excited about a new opportunity, but it really is bittersweet and I was not uh sure if Dr. Lat was going to bring it forward in executive tonight or uh at the February meeting, but I did want the opportunity to look you in the eye and say thank you
for this opportunity. You know, I um I've poured my heart and soul into this district as as many of us have these dozen years. And I think back and I was struck um it was this very room. Um some of the folks here uh tonight may have remembered uh when I was first uh
approved as a supervisor and I was struck by a memory of my son running up and down aisles. Um he was in preschool at that time. He's a sophomore, you know, in high school. Uh my daughter was a 13-month old baby in arms and she's an eighth grader, you know, and and it's been a huge chapter of my life here um
doing this work and you guys gave me that opportunity and I'm forever grateful for that. Um I'm so proud of what we've accomplished. It is not about me, it's about we. It's these are incredibly talented people um in this organization top to bottom. The teachers, uh the coaches, the
counselors, CST, related service providers, B&G, transportation, security, technology, everybody, everybody is just um we're all pulling on the same rope and that's to help kids learn and grow. So, it has been an absolute honor. It is it was a difficult decision. Um as you hear, I am
emotional. I'm not making a whole lot of sense right now. I don't that I'm a little scatterbrained, but um I I just I just want to say thank you and thank you. That's it. Thanks. >> And thank you, Mr. Barbari.
Um Dorsik, I guess. >> Sure. So, George Fedorzic 131 Rockman Boulevard and current school board member. So, um contrary to what you may have said being about out of order, we were in the middle of committee discussion
and my comment was actually regarding committees. So, it was appropriate. It was not out of order. Um with that being said, just in complete um disclosure to everybody and transparency, I did not ask to be removed from either of my positions. Um, and I'm fine with it. I don't expect an
answer. I don't want an answer. Um, you actually freed up some time for me, albeit it was a very light lift for both of those committees to be able to focus on some stuff for for my personal job. So, regardless, I appreciate it. Uh, with that being said, um, you challenged
me. I'm not going to say challenge. It was a discussion ironically in the same establishment that I brought up back in November regarding some uh behavior that you had. Um and you challenged me back then or at least questioned me said you know what
if I was unhappy with what was going on the board. It was roughly around 20189. It was right back when this town actually came together and voted for you not to return to the day. All right. You challenged me then and I accepted that and I said, "You know what, Mr. Sarno? I
might run for the school board, but it wasn't about George versus Scott. As a matter of fact, I beat up Dr. Latis pretty regularly when we were going through reconfiguration, but I made a solemn promise to him that I would, if I was to make it on this board, that I would continue to do try to do good
things, support you, move move forward, advance, and that has been my ultimate goal here, you know, as a board member. Um, and I'd like to think I did a pretty decent job of it. Um, but for everybody that else is up here, especially some of the newer members, when you challenge
Mr. Sarno, he tries to silence you. So, he took the mic away from me at the deis, but there's still other ways around it. With that being said, I am a man of my word. And I mentioned back in November that I was ready and willing, and albeit I did not want to because
conflict in here is counterproductive to what we need to do as a group. But we are here to hold each other accountable just like we are to hold the administration and the rest of the school staff accountable. Your actions unfortunately fall on the lines of being unethical. And I told you I had more
information than I than you thought I did. All right. It's not body waterorn camera footage. I promise you that. All right. With that being said, it was dropped to the office ethics office this afternoon. That's all I'm going to say about it. Thank you very much for your time.
Thank you, Mr. Adorskick. I'm glad you brought it up. Um, anybody else? All right, seeing none. Uh, you already went, Mr. Gold. I can't >> uh very quickly,
uh, I just got a text notice that we could be getting a very bad >> snowstorm this weekend. >> Not only excessively cold. >> Yes. Yep. our team will be absolutely ready for
it. I am 100% positive as as I always >> I'd like to be back in Florida like uh I'm assuming you're heading back to but >> it's called in Florida. >> I heard I heard um but with that can I get a motion to close public session? >> So move. >> So moved.
>> Second roll call. >> Miss Charnie. >> Yes. >> Miss Continanza. >> Yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic. Yes, >> Miss Jeanie. >> Yes, >> Mr. Hearn. >> Yes, >> Mr. Pizaro. >> Yes, >> Miss Terowski.
>> Yes, >> Miss Washburn. >> Yes, >> Mr. Sarno. >> Yes. >> Motion carried. >> Thank you. Item 17 on our agenda is finance committee motions. We have motions one through nine. Can I get a motion to approve those nine, please? >> So move. Second.
>> Roll call. >> Miss Churnney. >> Yes. >> Miss Continanza. Yes, >> Mr. Fedorzic. >> Yes, >> Miss Jeie. >> Yes, >> Mr. Hearn. >> Yes, >> Mr. Pizaro. >> Yes,
>> Miss Terowski. >> Yes, >> Ashburn. >> Yes. >> And Mr. Sarn, >> yes. >> Motion carried. >> Thank you. Item 18 on our agenda is athletics committee motions. We have motions one through three. I get a
motion to approve those three, please. So move. So move >> second. >> Miss Churnney, >> yes. >> Miss Continza, >> yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic, >> yes. >> Miss Genie, >> yes. >> Mr. Hearn, >> yes.
>> Mr. Vizaro, >> yes. >> Miss Hernowski, >> yes. >> Miss Washburn, >> yes. >> And Mr. Sarno, >> yes. >> Motion carried. >> Item 20. Oh, 19. Sorry.
19 on our agenda. Uh motions number one and a motion to approve that one motion, please. >> So moved. >> Second. >> Miss Churnney, >> yes. >> Miss Contin, >> yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic, >> yes.
>> Miss Genie, >> yes. >> Mr. Hearn, >> yes. >> Mr. Pizaro, >> yes. >> Mr. Howski, >> yes. >> Miss Washburn, >> yes. Mr. Sarno, >> yes. >> Motion carried. >> Thank you. Item 20 on our agenda is education committee motions. We have
motions one through five. Can I get a motion to approve those five, please? >> So move. >> Second. >> Roll call. >> Miss Churnney. >> Yes. >> Miss Continza. >> Yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic. >> Yes. >> Miss Genie. >> Yes.
>> Mr. Hearn. >> Yes. >> Mr. Pizaro. >> Yes. >> M. Terinowski? >> Yes. >> Miss Washburn? >> Yes. Mr. Sarno? >> Yes. Motion carry. Thank >> you. Item 21 on our agenda is education committee information. Again, just
information for the public to review. Nothing for us to vote on. Item 22 on our agenda is governance committee motions. We have motions one through four. Make a motion to approve those. >> Second. >> Roll call.
>> Miss Jurnney. >> Yes. Minanza. >> Yes. >> Mr. Fedoric. >> Yes. Miss Genie, >> yes. >> Mr. Hearn, >> yes. >> Mr. Bizaro, >> yes. >> Yes. Miss Washburn,
>> yes. >> And Mr. Sarno, >> yes. >> Motion carried. >> Thank you. Item 23 on our agenda is personnel committee motions. Motions 1 through 20. Can I get a motion to approve those 20, please? >> Second.
Miss Churnney. >> Yes. Onto the answer. Yes, >> Mr. Fedorzic. >> Yes, >> Miss Genie. >> Yes, >> Mr. Hearn. >> Yes, >> Mr. Pizaro. >> Yes, >> Mr. Hernowski. >> Yes, >> Miss Washburn.
>> Yes, >> Mr. Sarno. >> Yes. >> Motion carried. >> Item 24 on the agenda is personnel committee information. Again, information for the public to review. Nothing for us to vote on. And item 25 on the agenda is executive session. I
get a motion to move into executive to discuss personnel, legal, and hip reports, please. >> So move >> second. >> Miss Churnney, >> yes. >> Mr. Kinanza, >> yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic, >> yes.
>> Miss Genie, >> yes. >> Mr. Hearn, >> yes. >> Mr. Bizaro, >> yes. >> Miss Terinowski, >> yes. >> Mr. Washburn, >> yes. >> Mr. Sarno, >> yes. >> Motion carried. Thank you. We will be
back out shortly. All right. Like to call this Barnagate Board of Education meeting back to order, please. Roll call. >> Miss Jurnney >> here. >> Miss Kenanza >> here. >> Mr. Fedorzic >> here. >> Miss Genie
>> here. >> Mr. Hearn >> here. >> Mr. Pizaro >> here. >> Miss Tarnowski >> here. >> Mr. Miss Washburn >> here. >> Mr. Sarno >> here. >> All right, we have a quorum. >> All right, item 27 on our agenda, new
business. Motion number one. Can I get a motion to approve the HIV incident report as presented in executive by the superintendent? >> So second roll. >> Miss Churnney. >> Yes. >> Miss Continza. >> Yes.
>> Mr. Fedorzic. >> Yes. >> Miss Genie. >> Yes. >> Mr. Mr. Hearn. >> Yes. >> Miss Bazar. Mr. Bizaro. >> Yes. >> Miss Tarnowski. >> Yes. >> Miss Washburn. >> Yes. >> Mr. Sarno. >> Yes. >> Motion carried. >> Item number two under new business.
>> Motion to approve the transfer Karen McB from certified school nurse at BHS to registered nurse at BHS effective February 1st, 2026 at the salary of $56,163. Step 16 for the 2526 school year.
>> Motion to approve that, please. So move. >> Second. >> Roll call. >> Miss Churnney. >> Yes. >> Miss Continanza. >> Yes. >> Mr. Fedoric. >> Yes. >> Miss Jeie? >> Yes. >> Mr. Hearn? >> Yes. >> Mr. Bizaro? >> Yes.
>> Miss Tarnowski? >> Yes. >> Miss Washburn? >> Yes. >> Mr. Sarno? >> Yes. >> Motion carried. >> You. Item number three under new business. >> Motion to approve the sidebar as presented for flag football.
Oh, I thought there was more. Uh, a motion to approve that, please. >> So, move. >> Second. Roll call. >> Miss Churnney, >> yes. >> Miss Continanza, >> yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic, >> yes. >> Miss Genie, >> yes. >> Mr. Hearn, >> yes.
>> Mr. Pizaro, >> yes. >> Miss Hernowski, >> yes. >> And Miss Washburn, >> yes. >> Mr. Sarno, >> yes. >> Motion carried. >> And item number four on new business. >> Motion to approve the resignation of Mr. Raymond J. Barbieri effective March 15,
2026. >> Motion to approve that, please. >> So moved. >> Second. >> Roll. >> Miss Churnney. >> Yes. >> Miss Contin. >> Uh, yes. And I wish Jim the best in his
new position and wish him all the luck and he'll be missed. >> Mr. Fedorzic. >> Yes. And I do uh echo Miss Continz's comments. Miss Genie, >> yes. >> Mr. Hearn, >> regrettably, yes.
>> Mr. Pizaro, >> yes. I echo Miss Continental, Mr. Fedoric's comments. >> Miss Terowski, >> yes. He deserves absolutely nothing but the absolute best. >> Miss Washburn. >> Yes. And just want to say good luck to Jim
>> and Mr. Sarno. >> Yes. >> Motion carried. >> Thank you. All right. Motion to adjurnn, please. >> So move. >> Second. Go. >> Miss Churnney, >> yes. >> Miss Continanza, >> yes. >> Mr. Fedorzic, >> yes. >> Miss Genie,
>> yes. >> Mr. Hearn, >> yes. >> Mr. Bizaro, >> yes. >> Mr. Miss Tarnowski, >> yes. >> Miss Washburn, >> yes. >> And Mr. Sarna, >> yes. Motion carried. The >> meeting. Thank you everybody.