The workshop meeting of the Great Meadows Regional Board of Education was held on Wednesday, March 2, 2005, at Great Meadows Middle School, Independence Township. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Glenn Williams, President. A statement was read that adequate notice of the meeting had been given in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act.

Flag salute.

ROLL CALL:

Present: Helene Armstrong, Susan Cullen, Amy Dieteman, Peggy Faulborn, Robert Jones, Joe Mahal (arrived 7:45 PM), and Glenn Williams (arrived 7:50 PM).

Absent: Cynthia Russo and Steve Tierney.

There were 5 members of the public in attendance.

Committee Reports were discussed and Mr. James Alercia, Interim Superintendent, discussed the 2005-2006 Preliminary Budget and the main points of the budget including, but not limited to, the proposed capital projects which include; demolition of the water treatment plant at Liberty School, domestic water supply controls at Liberty School, replacement of septic tank at Central School, and possible roof repair at Liberty School. Additionally, carpet replacement at Liberty School and boiler replacement at Central School were discussed.

Joe Mahal arrived 7:45 PM.

Glenn Williams arrived 7:50 PM.

Howard Vex, Attorney, arrived at 9:00 pm and was present for executive session.

Motion by Peggy Faulborn, seconded by Bob Jones, whereas, the Board must consider matters involving litigation and personnel, the deliberation of such matters may be held in private under the Open Public Meeting Act NJSA 10:4-6, the Board will adjourn to Executive Session at 9:00 PM to discuss the above mentioned matter, to the exclusion of all others. If any action results, it will be taken following the re-entry into regular session.

Motion carried in a voice vote - unanimous.

Motion by Bob Jones, seconded by Joe Mahal, to re-enter regular session at 10:25 PM.

Motion carried in a voice vote - unanimous.

Motion by Bob Jones, seconded by Joe Mahal, to adjourn at 10:30 PM.

Motion carried in a voice vote – unanimous.

Sincerely,

Christina Sharkey

Board Secretary