Litchfield Schools Building Committee

Meeting Minutes

Special Meeting

 

 

 

LOCATION                                                                   Litchfield Intermediate School Cafeteria   

 

           

DATE OF MEETING                                                     April 17, 2008   

 

 

TIME MEETING STARTED                                           7:07 PM

 

 

PERSON PREPARING THE MINUTES                          Marianne Arancio Stilson

 

 

MEMBERS PRESENT

 

1.  Jack Healy, Chair & BOS Representative                  2.  Bob Blazek

3.  William J. Buckley, Jr.                                              4.  Stacie Kavle, Vice Chair      

5.  Jeff Zullo, Treasurer & BOF Representative              6.  Mac Bramley

           

 

MEMBERS ABSENT

1.  Kent Gilyard                                                                        2.  Gary Waugh - BOE Representative

3.  Leo Paul - Ex-Officio                                                 4.  Lynn Chapman

 

 

OTHERS PRESENT

A. Brooks Fischer of Herbert S. Newman, George Graikoski of O&G, Tony Crowe, Peg Perusse, Jim Katzin Chairman of the BOE, Wayne Shuhi from the BOE, Frank Simone from the BOE, Winnie Harrison and two newspaper reporters.

 

 

QUORUM PRESENT                                                     Yes    

 

 

1.  CALL TO ORDER

 

Jack Healy, Chair called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM.

 

 

2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 

Jack Healy, Chair asks for motions to approve the minutes of the March 20, 2008 regular meeting, the March 6, 2008 special meeting and the January 17, 2008 regular meeting.

 

 

Motion:  Mac Bramley moved to approve the meeting minutes of March 20, 2008.

So moved.   Seconded:  William J. Buckley, Jr.

Discussion:  None

Vote: 

Abstention:  None

Additions: None

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

All Ayes

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  Mac Bramley moved to approve the meeting minutes of the Special Meeting on March 6, 2008.

So moved.   Seconded:  Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote: 

Abstention:  None

Additions: None

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

All Ayes

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  Mac Bramley moved to approve the meeting minutes of January 17, 2008.

So moved.   Seconded:  William J. Buckley, Jr.

Discussion:  None

Vote: 

Abstention:  None

Additions: None

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

All Ayes

Motion passed

 

 

3.  PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

Winnie Harrison commented on the flood in the seventh and eighth grade wing in the High School.  She states that she is not surprised because there have been ongoing leaks and repairs in both buildings.  She states that this is not only about shoddy construction but that it is also about shoddy inspections.  She states that the building was obviously not properly inspected before students were allowed to occupy the buildings.  She questions the cost of the repairs and who will be responsible for the cost.  She is disturbed that Jack Healy, Chair and First Selectman, Leo Paul did not mention the flood at the Tuesday update meeting with the Board of Selectman on April 15th.   She is also doubtful about the Building Committee’s concern for the student’s safety.  She mentions the parking lot issue and the issue of public trust.   Tony Crowe states that the track championships are the biggest event in the league and the parking lot would be a huge help. 

 

 

4.  COMMUNICATION

 

Report from Jeff Zullo on BOF Communication

Jeff Zullo stated that he sent a report in to the Board of Finance and updated them.  He states that he received communication from Plumb Hill Playing Field Board of Directors with regard to the school parking lot.  They are encouraging the Building Committee to facilitate the plan and build the parking lot as expeditiously as possible.  He also received communication from Tony from Berkshire Championships for hosting at the school this year and one of the limitations is the lack of parking.  He states that the parking lot is a critical issue that needs to be facilitated.  He states that the Board of Finance is also supporting the building of a parking lot within the school committee budget.  Discussion of Plumb Hill ensued.

 

 

 

 

Report from Gary Waugh on BOE Communication

Jack Healy, Chair states that he received an email from Gary Waugh and that he is concerned about the condition of the campus and housekeeping issues.   Jack Healy, Chair instructs George Graikoski to get the contractors to clean up the campus immediately.  William J. Buckley, Jr. states that the contractors should be instructed tomorrow to clean up the debris before Monday and if they do not, then O&G should have it cleaned and take the clean up charge off of the contractor’s retainage.  Jeff Zullo states that he attended the BOE meeting last week and that the BOE was interested in working with the Building Committee on a dedication ceremony for the new buildings sometime during the graduation timeframe. 

 

 

Report from Jack Healy on BOS Communication

Jack Healy, Chair reports that he reported on the contingency, the punch list items and the release of some of the FFE items.

 

 

Correspondence

Jack Healy, Chair states that there was a letter from Aquarian to a resident about the parking lot issue and the potential for impact on the ground water or the wells and that it is their opinion the construction of a parking lot would pose no further hazard to the ground water.  He will send a copy of the letter to each member.  He states that the letter is part of the Board of Selectmen’s packages.

 

 

5.  ARCHITECT/CONSTRUCTION MANAGER UPDATES

 

Budget (O&G)

George Graikoski of O&G hands out to the members of the Committee the following reports:  Construction Manager’s Monthly Cost Control Report for the High School and the Intermediate School; Change Orders by Trade Contractor for the High School and the Intermediate School and Herbert S. Newman and O&G Final Punch List – Interior Bldg for High School and Intermediate School.

 

He states that the did the revisions to the Construction Manager’s Monthly Cost Control Report that were proposed last month for the High School.  He discusses the changes from last month’s meeting.  After discussion, William J. Buckley, Jr. notes that the changes discussed were not done for the Intermediate School and goes over all the changes from last meeting with George Graikoski.  George Graikoski will redo the report for the Intermediate School and get it to the members of the Committee.

 

Jeff Zullo leaves at 7:39 PM

 

Jack Healy, Chair inquires about the water in the school.  Tony Crowe states that it occurred around 2 AM on Monday morning and that the entire middle school wing had three quarters of an inch of water.  George Graikoski states that a UV solder joint let go.  He states that Titan Mechanical came out that morning to look and that Tony Crowe had the water under control and the school cleaned.  He states that Tony Crowe took pictures and they are working with Titan Mechanical’s insurance company.  George Graikoski states that it was all pressure tested and inspected and that the unit has been running for a year now.  George Graikoski states that there was no evidence of a mineral issue in the water.  Discussion ensued.  Peg Perusse will get the pictures to the members of the Committee.  Bob Blazek would like the other soldered joints checked as well.  George Graikoski states that it is still under warranty for the work.

 

 

Schedule Update (O&G)

George Graikoski goes over the punch list report with the members of the Committee.  The reports are discussed in detail.   Jack Healy, Chair would like a date certain for the work to be done from each contractor.  A. Brooks Fischer states that he has not seen the document that George Graikoski handed out this evening.  He would like time to look at them.  He would also like to see a concurrent document that consists of the items not on this list but previously discussed.  He would also like to sit down at a meeting to discuss these items and have the Building Committee make the final decision on some of these issues where there is no agreement.  William J. Buckley, Jr. states that it is not O&G’s or Newman’s job to let the contractor do something different than the contract documents require the contractor to perform.  Their job is to let the Building Committee know and the Building Committee will make the final decision on these items.  It is decided by the Building Committee to have a special meeting in May to address these issues.  Jack Healy, Chair will get the date of the special meeting to all the members by email.   George Graikoski mentions some of the items on a separate list that he did not bring tonight.  Some of the items on the list include the railings, the ramps, the deflection tracks, the doors and the placement of the air conditioners. Discussion ensued.

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved to accept the handrails with the rounded edges.

So moved.   Seconded:  Bob Blazek

Discussion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. wants to know if Tony Crowe is happy with the change.   Tony Crowe states that he was not involved in this issue.  A. Brooks Fischer states that there are other issues with the railings.  He states that they are not built according to the drawings and they have issues with the columns.   Discussion ensued of the railings.  William J. Buckley, Jr. states that these issue items should be done at a special meeting and the Committee members need to go around the school and look at the items as a Committee and make decisions.

William J. Buckley, Jr. withdraws his motion.  Bob Blazek withdraws his second. 

 

 

Motion:  Bob Blazek moved to have a special meeting in the second week of May, 2008 to discuss punch list issues.

So moved.   Seconded:  Stacie Kavle

Discussion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. did not bring his calendar and would like to look at his calendar before a date is picked.  There is a consensus that May 7th will be a good date.  Jack Healy, Chair will email everyone with the date.

Vote: 

Abstention:  None

Additions: None

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

All Ayes

Motion passed

 

Jack Healy, Chair would like from O&G and Newman a concise spreadsheet of change orders and requests.

 

 

Credit Update (O&G)

Discussed in Budget.  Jack Healy, Chair would like this removed from the next agenda.

 

 

Issues List Review (HSN)

None discussed.  Jack Healy, Chair would like this removed from the next agenda.

 

Bob Blazek would like to know from Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair what is happening with the coping.  Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair states that the architect and the contractor are working together on a solution.  The architect has the drawings and they will meet again with O&G and the contractor to determine an agreement.  Lengthy discussion ensued on this and other issues.

 

The issue of exposed plywood on the roof is discussed.  A. Brooks Fischer will look at the contract documents and he will work with George Graikoski on this issue and will get back to the members with an answer.

 

 

Parking Lot Update (Jeff Zullo & Bill Buckley)

William J. Buckley, Jr. states that he met with STC and he is moving forward with the process with Ron.

 

Alternate Options List Review (Lynn Chapman)

None discussed. 

 

 

Maintenance Building (Bill Buckley and Kent Gilyard)

None discussed.  Jack Healy, Chair would like this removed from the next agenda.

 

 

6.  FINANCE COMMITTEE – Take actions as needed

 

Approval of Invoices

William J. Buckley, Jr. states that the Finance Committee did not meet but hands out to the members of the Committee the list of the invoices to be approved.   A list of invoices is passed out to the members of the Committee.

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the following invoices be forwarded to the Chairman for approval subject to his review of each to make sure that the proper certifications are there.

 

VENDOR

     APP/INV#

INV. DATE

  AMOUNT

  SCHOOL

CCA, LLC

    65303-Split

   4/3/2008

    $335.00

  Middle/High

CCA, LLC

    65303-Split

   4/3/2008

    $165.00

  Intermediate

 

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  Mac Bramley would like to know if it is a majority of the vote that rules.

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention: Jack Healy, Chair and Mac Bramley

Objection:  None

All Ayes

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the following invoice be forwarded to the Chairman for approval.

 

VENDOR

 APP/INV#

INV. DATE

  AMOUNT

  SCHOOL

Guion, Stevens & Rybak

R-1200.133-Split

  3/31/2008

  $718.20

  Middle/High

Guion, Stevens & Rybak

R-1200.133-Split

  3/31/2008

  $421.80

  Intermediate

 

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:   William J. Buckley, Jr. would like an explanation of the bill.  Jack Healy, Chair states it has to do with Waterbury Masonry and it is the first time he has seen the bill.   William J. Buckley, Jr. would like this discussed in executive session.

William J. Buckley, Jr. withdraws his motion.  Bob Blazek withdraws his second. 

Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair moved to discuss this invoice in executive session.

So moved.     Seconded:  Bob Blazek

Abstention: None

Objection:  Mac Bramley

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

AYES:  Bob Blazek, Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair, Jack Healy, Chair and William J. Buckley, Jr.

THE MOTION IS TABLED FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the following invoices be forwarded to the Chairman for approval.

 

VENDOR

 APP/INV#

INV. DATE

       AMOUNT

  SCHOOL

Herbst & Herbst

1115-Split

  3/28/2008

        $142.71

Middle/High

Herbst & Herbst

1115-Split

  3/28/2008

          $70.29

Intermediate

               

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. states that this bill is for recording on the land records the special exception approval.

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention: None

Objection:  None

All Ayes

Motion passed

 

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the following invoice be forwarded to the Chairman for approval subject to his review of each to make sure that the proper certifications are there.

 

VENDOR

   APP/ INV#

  INV. DATE

     AMOUNT

SCHOOL

New England Fitness

       19687

    4/15/2008

    $38,343.35

Middle/High

   

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  Peg Perusse states that the fitness equipment is in and all set up.  Jack Healy, Chair states that the difference in the amount might be the cost of the shipping.  Tony Crowe states that there are a few items in the High School that have not come in yet.  Discussion ensued.

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

 

Motion:  Bob Blazek moved to table the outstanding Herbert S. Newman invoice so Jack Healy, Chair can discuss this invoice with Richard Munday at Herbert S. Newman.

 

VENDOR

 APP/INV#

INV. DATE

 AMOUNT

  SCHOOL

Herbert S. Newman

    16888

  2/12/2008

  $1,196.27

Middle/High

 

So moved.    Seconded: Stacie Kavle

Discussion:   None

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

ALL AYES

THE MOTION IS TABLED UNTIL NEXT MEETING.

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the following invoice be forwarded to the Chairman for approval subject to his review of each to make sure that the proper certifications are there.

 

VENDOR

 APP/INV#

INV. DATE

 AMOUNT

  SCHOOL

Herbert S. Newman

16956

  3/11/2008

     $415.00

Middle/High

 

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:   William J. Buckley, Jr. states that it is for a new work station design.  Stacie Kavle states that Jack Healy, Chair approved this by email.

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Objection:  Bob Blazek and Mac Bramley

Abstention: None

Ayes:  Jack Healy, Chair, Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair and William J. Buckley, Jr.

Motion passed 3 to 2

 

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the following invoice be forwarded to the Chairman for approval subject to his review of each to make sure that the proper certifications are there.

 

VENDOR

 APP/INV#

INV. DATE

 AMOUNT

  SCHOOL

Herbert S. Newman

16955-Split

  3/11/2008

 $1,507.50

High School

Herbert S. Newman

16955-Split

  3/11/2008

    $742.50

Intermediate

 

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:   William J. Buckley, Jr. states that this invoice is for punch listing.  Jack Healy, Chair is not aware of this invoice.  The Committee feels that this should be part of contract services.

William J. Buckley, Jr. withdraws his motion.  Bob Blazek withdraws his second. 

Motion:  Mac Bramley moved to table this Herbert S. Newman invoice so Jack Healy, Chair can discuss this invoice with Richard Munday at Herbert S. Newman.

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

ALL AYES

THE MOTION IS TABLED UNTIL NEXT MEETING.

 

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the following invoice be forwarded to the Chairman for approval for a total amount of $194.20.

 

VENDOR

   APP/ INV#

INV. DATE

AMOUNT

SCHOOL

Marianne Arancio Stilson

362008-Split

3/10/2008

$194.20

Middle/High-Intermediate

                                    

So moved.    Seconded: Mac Bramley

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the Chairman be authorized to reduce the retainage consistent with the request from the following contractors to 2.5% subject to his receiving a certification from the construction manager and the architect (two independent certifications) that all the work on the punch list that was presented to the Committee has been completed and that no other outstanding punch list work exists.

1)  Gar San – High School General Trades

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the Chairman be authorized to reduce the retainage consistent with the request from the following contractors to 2.5% subject to his receiving a certification from the construction manager and the architect (two independent certifications) that all the work on the punch list that was presented to the Committee has been completed and that no other outstanding punch list work exists.

2)  Titan Mechanical – High School and Intermediate School Mechanical/Plumbing

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the Chairman be authorized to reduce the retainage consistent with the request from the following contractors to 2.5% subject to his receiving a certification from the construction manager and the architect (two independent certifications) that all the work on the punch list that was presented to the Committee has been completed and that no other outstanding punch list work exists.

3)  M. Frank Higgins – High School Flooring

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the Chairman be authorized to reduce the retainage consistent with the request from the following contractors to 2.5% subject to his receiving a certification from the construction manager and the architect (two independent certifications) that all the work on the punch list that was presented to the Committee has been completed and that no other outstanding punch list work exists.

4)  M. J. Daly & Sons – High School and Intermediate School Fire Protection

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the Chairman be authorized to reduce the retainage consistent with the request from the following contractors to 2.5% subject to his receiving a certification from the construction manager and the architect (two independent certifications) that all the work on the punch list that was presented to the Committee has been completed and that no other outstanding punch list work exists.

5)  Connecticut Masonry – High School and Intermediate School Masonry

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that the Chairman be authorized to reduce the retainage consistent with the request from the following contractors to 2.5% subject to his receiving a certification from the construction manager and the architect (two independent certifications) that all the work on the punch list that was presented to the Committee has been completed and that no other outstanding punch list work exists.

6)  Allied Restoration – High School Roofing

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that subject to the construction manager and the architect (two independent certifications) that all the work has been completed consistent with the contract documents and that no punch list work remains that the retainage be totally released for 1) Incor Group – High School and Intermediate School Asbestos removal.

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. wants to know if there is anything outstanding for Incor.  Discussion ensued.  William J. Buckley, Jr. discusses time frame for the release of retainage with George Graikoski.  William J. Buckley, Jr. wants to be sure the language of the contract is consistent with releasing retainage.  Mac Bramley is concerned about release on an issue of asbestos removal.  William J. Buckley, Jr. states that there was an asbestos consultant on the project.   Discussion ensued.

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved that subject to the construction manager and the architect (two independent certifications) that all the work has been completed consistent with the contract documents and that no punch list work remains that the retainage be totally released for 2) Kennedy Electrical Contractors - High School and Intermediate School Electrical.

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion: None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  None

All Ayes 

Motion passed

 

 

William J. Buckley, Jr. hands out to reports to the members of the Committee from Peg Perusse and Deb entitled Litchfield Public Schools A/P Aging Summary dated 4/17/2008 and Soft Costs dated 4/17/2008.  He notes that all four items on the A/P Aging Summary came before the Committee tonight.

 

Jack Healy, Chair states that O&G is at the end of their contract and that he had a conversation with George, Ernie and Mike Brennon and that George Graikoski is now working somewhere else and Andrew is now on site.  They talked about his hourly rate for the remainder of the project.   Jack Healy, Chair is waiting for something in writing regarding Andrew’s time from February 29th to date.  William J. Buckley, Jr. reads Section 13.5.1 of the contract for additional services when the contract expires.

 

Jack Healy, Chair states that Peg Perusse is looking for $22,000 for food because of the delay in opening the kitchen.  Discussion ensued.  William J. Buckley, Jr. discusses liquidated damages.  Mac Bramley discusses reimbursement or subsidies that the school may have gotten and whether this is reimbursable from the State.  George Graikoski will look into the dates given for the school kitchen to open and get back to the members of the Committee. 

 

 

Jack Healy, Chair discusses the painting of the ceilings in the Intermediate School.  Spectrum Services is the painting contractor and they have requested additional funds for the overspray and cleaning of the beams and also that there is an invoice that Newman has not approved and is still outstanding.  Jack Healy, Chair states that they have a firm price for the painting of the ceilings.  George Graikoski discusses the painting of the beams and the mockup drawings.  Discussion ensued of all three issues.  O&G and Newman will do a walkthrough with Spectrum Services to discuss the beam issue.  Jack Healy, Chair states that they want to come before the Committee on the payment of the beams.

 

 

7.  TECHNOLOGY UPDATE – TAKE ACTIONS AS NEEDED

Peg Perusse reports that Mike Chadukiewicz was given a list of things that are missing.  She also states that she sent back some change orders that were not accurate and has not received them back.  They are also waiting for electrical outlets for ceiling projectors.  Peg Perusse will work on the issues with A. Brooks Fischer from Herbert S. Newman.  William J. Buckley, Jr. wants to know if Mike Chadukiewicz has invoiced Newman for any additional work.  A. Brooks Fischer states that there is an invoice from Mike Chadukiewicz for $2,200 that has not been brought to the Committee.  Mac Bramley feels that since Mike Chadukiewicz is a sub-contractor of Newman then they should intervene and get the information that Peg Perusse needs.  Discussion ensued.

 

 

 

8.  FF&E UPDATE – TAKE ACTIONS AS NEEDED

Stacie Kavle hands out the 3-20-08 FFE Report made by Lynn Chapman to the members of the Committee.

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved to authorize the purchase of the following equipment from the 3/20/2008 FF&E list prepared by Lynn Chapman including at the Intermediate School, music components of FF&E totaling $33,547.80; the Intermediate School, music components of FF&E totaling $11, 739.30; the Intermediate School, media center components of FF&E totaling $37, 137.20 and in the High School, technology components of FF&E totaling $19, 160.00; the High School, music components of FF&E totaling $40,613.76  and the Intermediate School computer chairs for the media center totaling $2,200.00 for a total for both schools of $144,398.06 (Intermediate School $84,624.30 and High School $59,773.76) subject to transferring money into FF&E in both schools that would cover the expense.

So moved.    Seconded:  Stacie Kavle

Discussion:  Mac Bramley states that Gary Waugh was very concerned about getting the items for the Nurse right away and he doesn’t see them approved here and he is concerned.  Tony Crowe is concerned because these items are needed but they are not in the right order of priority and he is concerned about availability of additional funds.  Discussion ensued.  William J. Buckley, Jr. states that Lynn Chapman spent a lot of time on the list.  He also states that he heard from the public that fitness equipment was purchased and the nurse’s items were not.  He states that he would like to add the nurse’s expenses to the list but not to remove any of Lynn Chapman’s items for this evening. Jack Healy, Chair states that he is not supporting any FF&E now because of some other issues that have not been resolved and that the end of the school year is close and he is concerned about spending any more money.  Mac Bramley feels that Lynn Chapman should not micro-manage the list of the school and the Board of Education.  Tony Crowe states that the lead time for the media center items is long and it needs to be ordered quickly.  Bob Blazek is also concerned about other issues and thinks that something should be approved but not everything this evening.  Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair agrees with getting the media center items passed tonight since it is important.

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  Bob Blazek, Mac Bramley, Stacie Kavle, Vice Chair and Jack Healy, Chair

Ayes:   William J. Buckley, Jr.

Motion Failed

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. moved to table this item for the special meeting so Lynn Chapman can be present to discuss it.

So moved.    Seconded:   Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  Jack Healy, Chair and Mac Bramley, and Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair

Ayes:  Bob Blazek and William J. Buckley, Jr.

Motion Failed 3 to 2

 

 

Motion:  Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair moved to approve the furniture for the media center at the Intermediate School for a total of  $37,137.20 and the furniture for the media center computer chairs for the Intermediate School totaling $2,200.00 for a total of $39, 337.20.

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  William J. Buckley, Jr.

Ayes:  Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair, Bob Blazek, Mac Bramley and Jack Healy, Chair

Motion passed

 

William J. Buckley, Jr. tells Jack Healy, Chair that there is no money in the budget to pay for the items that just passed.

 

 

Motion:  Mac Bramley moved that the Committee debit Owner’s Contingency in the Intermediate School in the amount of $39,337.20 from line item 25-000290 to line item 25-000190 at the Intermediate School.

So moved.    Seconded: Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Abstention:  None

Objection:  William J. Buckley, Jr.

Ayes:  Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair, Bob Blazek, Mac Bramley and Jack Healy, Chair

Motion passed

 

 

Motion:  Bob Blazek moved that the Committee go into Executive Session to discuss legal issues.          

So moved.  Seconded:  Stacie Kavle

Discussion:  Jack Healy, Chair invites George Graikoski from O&G and A. Brooks Fischer from Herbert S. Newman to stay for Executive Session.

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Objection:  None

All Ayes

Motion passed

 

 

9:55 PM - The public leaves

 

 

Motion:  William J. Buckley, Jr. made a motion to come out of Executive Session.

So moved.  Seconded:  Bob Blazek

Discussion:  None

Vote:

Absent:   Gary Waugh, Lynn Chapman, Kent Gilyard, Jeff Zullo and Leo Paul - Ex-Officio

Objection:  None

All Ayes

Motion passed

 

 

Out of Executive Session at 10:15 PM and the meeting is open to the public.

 

 

Mac Bramley wants to know if the Chairman is going to discuss the invoice from Guion, Stevens and Rybak.   William J. Buckley, Jr. states that it was tabled for executive session and that the Committee is now out of executive session.  Discussion ensued.

 

Jack Healy, Chair reports that no motions or actions were taken during Executive Session.

 

 

11.  ADJOURNMENT

 

Jack Healy, Chair asks for a motion to adjourn.  Bob Blazek moved to adjourn.  The motion was seconded by Stacie Kavle, Vice-Chair at 10:19 PM and carried unanimously by the members of the Committee.

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

Marianne Arancio Stilson

 

Marianne Arancio Stilson

Recording Secretary