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003[Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Applause] [Music] Hey, hey, hey. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Hey, heat. Hey. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] [Applause] Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] N. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. Heat. Heat. [Applause] [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] [Applause] Heat. Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Good evening. Do I have a motion to convene the May 20th special meeting of the Levittown Board of Education? Do I have a motion, Christina? Do I have Do I have a second? Maryanne. All in favor? Five. Five. Nothing. Please note that Mike Papis and Jen Msina is excused from this meeting this evening. May I have a motion to move into
004the exec session for the purpose of discussing negotiations? Uh, do I have a motion? Maryanne, do I have a second, Jimmy? All in favor? 5 nothing. Okay. We will return at 7 p.m. Please note that we will recite the pledge of allegiance when we reopen the meeting. Thank you. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Applause] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Applause] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Applause] Heat. Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] [Applause] Heat. Hey, Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Applause] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] [Applause] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] Yeah. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music]
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007Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] [Applause] Heat. Hey, Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Applause] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Good evening. One, two, three. That was not me. I did not say that. Okay. Good evening everyone. I would like to welcome you to the May 20th special meeting of the Levittown Board of Education. May I have a motion to reconvene the meeting? Phyllis, may I have a second? James, uh, all in favor? 5 nothing. As stated before, Mr. Papis and Miss Msina is excused from this meeting. Uh, at this time, we please stand for the pledge of allegiance. I pledge algiance to the flag of the United States of America
008and to the republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Okay. May I have please have a moment of silence for those serving our country at home and abroad. Thank you. And in this past weekend, we lost a valued member of our East Broadway team, Glenn uh Lau. We will miss Glenn's dedication, his smile, and his dedication to our children. At this time, I'd like to ask everyone to join me in a a moment of observing. Uh, sorry. I would like to I'll edit this as we speak. I would like to ask everyone to join me in observing another moment of silence in honor of Glenn and in support of his family during this difficult time. Thank you. I mean, we talk about we honor Glenn because
009he was working for our district, but in addition, anybody that knows the Lacow family knows that for years. I've been on the board 15 years. They've always been very active members of our community. They lead the adopt uh a family program at Christmas time. have a lot to do with Kowanas, support everything that we do in the community, and it's a great loss that we we lost Glenn. So, thank you. I will now turn the meeting over to Mr. Winch for this evening's recognitions. Thank you, Vice President Morangi. Uh so, tonight we're excited to uh recognize uh sort of two ends of our spectrum here in the school district, which is uh individuals receiving tenure as well as those who will be retiring. And so we're going to transition this over to Miss Gadis, our
010assistant superintendent for human resources, who's going to lead this. I am going to ask the board to take their places in front of the deas up there uh for a lot of handshaking and hugging and uh a lot of goodwill. So thank you. Hello. Hello. Can you're first. Okay. Do you hear me? We're good. All right, welcome everybody. Tonight we have the privilege of recognizing a group of dedicated educators who have met the high standards required to earn tenure in our district. These individuals have successfully completed a rigorous 3 to fouryear probationary period consistently demonstrating professionalism, dedication, and a deep commitment to our students. Through their passion, enthusiasm, and daily contributions, they embody what it means to achieve success at LPS. It is with great pride that we celebrate celebrate this milestone in their careers.
011So, I am going to call up each um employee who um is being recognized for tenure tonight by school. But before I do that, I want to ask the administration for Abby Lane to come up as we call the Abbey Lane employees. Thank you. All right. So, from Abby Lane, we have Nicole Del Toro, elementary [Applause] teacher. Oh, from division. Oh. [Applause] next. Division Avenue High School. We ask the Division Avenue high school administration to come up. From Division Avenue, we have Roberta Nilson, foreign language. [Applause] And we have Christopher Rossi, band director and music teacher. [Applause] Oh, East Broadway administrators from East Broadway. We have Deanna Botti, elementary teacher. [Laughter] Deborah Garcia, teaching assistant. [Applause] and Alma Vulp, teaching assistance. Thank you. Gardener's Avenue We have Alyssa Art Art. [Applause] [Laughter] A and we
012and we have Katarzina Bulco, teaching assistant. [Applause] And Katherine Reano, music teacher. [Applause] There. Thank you. Lee Road. We have Jennifer Balanti, special education teacher. [Applause] Tracy Lindenme, teaching assistant. [Applause] Lauren Mateless speech. teacher. Barbara Patroni, teaching assistant. [Applause] MacArthur High School. [Applause] Lauren Rosinski, science teacher. [Applause] Matthew Kulie, special education. [Applause] Colleen Curran speech. [Applause] Brandon Fitzgerald, teaching assistant here. He's unable to be here. I believe he is coaching. Is he okay? [Laughter] Lindsay Jan McCann, Foreign Language. [Applause] Brian Manny Health. [Applause] Luke M's [Applause] smart. Frank Ziegler, social studies. [Applause] Okay, that's it for MacArthur. Um, North Side. Thank [Applause] you, Jada Ater. [Applause] Travis Cookie, special education. [Applause] and Nicole Papus. [Applause] Oh yeah. Next we have Sulk. [Applause] Lauren Margolus, technology. [Applause] Julie Joshua Cuddi, special education chairperson at Sulk. [Applause]
013Summit Lane is [Applause] next. Stephanie Rogers Elementary. [Applause] Diana Pder [Applause] Elementary. Next we have Wisdom Lane. [Applause] Mary Esquinazi Wolf, teaching assistant. Um, Mary is not able to be here tonight. Um, so we wish her a big congrats. Um, we have Kathleen Woodworth, technology. [Applause] Next we have a district level director um director of social studies and family and consumer science Pat Burke. [Applause] [Laughter] [Applause] flag. [Music] And we have curriculum associate for data and instruction, Dr. Patricia Kolaniki. Our final uh individual we're going to recognize tonight for tenure is our assistant superintendent of business and finance uh Mr. Fabiano. Now, before you applaud, um we're going to wait to see if the bud Yeah, if the budget passes, we may throw this out. if not uh but just a quick thank you uh
014to Mr. Fabiano. Uh this is his third year here with us. Uh and I will tell you that in the three years that I've known Mr. Fabiano, I have never met a better business official. Um he is really a wizard of numbers. Um and really does help the district really utilize every penny to the best. Constantly looks for other ways to increase revenues that are not from our taxpayers. um does a great job with with utilizing capital reserve money to improve our facilities without going out for additional bonds. Um so really like as much as we always generally focus on the instruction going on in our classrooms, uh none of that can happen if there's not money there uh to be able to make it all work. And so I just want to thank personally
015thank Mr. Fabiano uh for really being an excellent business official and congratulations on tenure. So congratulations to all those as we celebrate those members who are just beginning their careers here in Levit Levittown. We also now want to take a moment to honor those who now are concluding theirs in Levittown. Tonight we recognize our retirees, individuals who have devoted their time, talent, and hearts to the students and families of Levittown public schools. So, as we acknowledge our retirees, I am going to call the principal from each building up to say a few words. So I do want to begin with Division Avenue High School Claire. Good evening everybody. Uh, I would, uh, want to congratulate Claire Schmemelling on her well-deserved retirement. For 20 years, Claire served as a watchful, caring presence in our hallways, always
016keeping our students safe and school running smoothly. Her warm smile, steady dedication, and quiet strength made a lasting impact on division on the Division Avenue community. We thank her for everything and wish her best on her next chapter. Congratulations, Claire. Next, we would like to congratulate Dr. Tom Tersiano. Congratulations. Congratulations to Dr. Tom Tersiano on his retirement from Division Avenue High School. For 20 years, Dr. Tersiano was a dedicated school psychologist who always put students first, bringing compassion, professionalism, and tireless effort to his work every day. He is he is a valued team player and trusted support staff for both families and staff alike and students especially. We thank him for his years of service and wish him the very best of retirement and I'm sure I'll be seeing him around Northport. So congratulations All
017right. Next up from Division Avenue High School, also from the Northport neck of uh Long Island, uh is Miss Bernice Woods. [Applause] We congratulate Bernice Woods on her well-deserved retire retirement for 22 years as a beloved reading teacher at Division Avenue High School. Bernice brought care, creativity, and a uniquely joyful spirit to the hallways of Division Avenue High School and every classroom she entered. Her ability to make a reading to make reading come alive for her students was truly special, and her fun-loving presence will be deeply missed. We wish her all the best on her future endeavors. Congratulations And announcing Miss Beth Winber's retirement are our directors, Mr. Kevin McDermott, Miss Karen Slatterie, and John Towers, and Pat Burke. [Applause] Beth is here. Yes, she actually didn't come here for this. She came here for
018Pat Burke because that's the type of person Beth is. They told us to limit this to 25 words, but since Beth does a work of four people, I figure I got a 100 words. Seemed fair. Um, I actually were we're here because I'm seriously questioning whether we should let Beth retire. I was going to kind of plead to you guys just to like not let that happen if possible. Um, Beth actually manages eight departments in the district. She processes more POS than anybody else. Literally, if you took whole department, they don't do what Beth does, and she does that by herself. Um, and she never complains. I mean, she complains about other things, but she doesn't complain about that. Um, I honestly don't know how we're going to find anyone to fill her shoes. I
019think it's impossible. Um, and to top it off, she regularly supplies us with homemade brownies, which are delicious, and Irish and Irish soda bread. So, that might be one of our our biggest misses right as we move on. Um, so Beth, you're the best and we're just going to miss you tremendously. Thank you so much. [Applause] East Broadway, Mr. Margolus. [Applause] What's up? Uh, good evening everybody. Our first retiree from uh, East Broadway is Carol Ebanks. On the first day, my first day at East Broadway as principal right in the middle of COVID mask and everything, Carol had no idea who I was. She definitely was unsure about her new principal, but I clearly remember her popping into my office with her like she always does this before she comes in every time. That's her
020trademark. She didn't say much to me, but she basically told me that I I was going to handle it and that I got it. Um, that stuck with me and that moment was one of many times Carol shared a calm word of support or quiet wisdom with someone at East Broadway. Her behindthe-scenes work in the office is unmatched, but it's her calm, caring presence that truly can't be replaced. Carol, best of luck, and I cannot wait to see you in Palm Springs. [Applause] Okay, here we go. Marie Johnson. Marie Johnson began Yes. Yes. Marie Johnson began her distinguished career at Sulkq Middle School before moving on to East Broadway. at both schools. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to the field of special education, making her um her upcoming retirement not only well-deserved, but also a deep
021deeply felt moment for all who've had pleasure of working alongside her. Over the years, Maria has been a tireless advocate for her students and their families. She navigated often complex and difficult cases um always with grace and wisdom. Her compassion and expertise helped countless individuals find their voice in a difficult difficult time. Her influence goes well beyond academics. She always nurtures and cares for her students like they're her own. We will miss her sharp insights and also her kindness throughout the building. Hopefully maybe eventually she'll forget what I stands for. We wish her the best of luck in her retirement. Oh yeah. Okay, up next, Pam Tobin. [Applause] Pam is the first person I see in the building when I walk in, and she is the last person I see when I leave. Always giving
022me a pack of Welch's gummies as I leave. The legal ones, not the legal ones. Um, what? I don't know. I just thought I might have crossed a boundary there. But uh whe whether she's helping a student with a Chromebook issue, handling a tech emergency 2 minutes before a faculty meeting, or supporting students at lamp or lap, Pam can always be counted on to get the job done and see it through completion. As the technology needs in the building have changed and evolved over the years, Pam has always approached each challenge with patience and good humor. Even when the issue is the principal simply forgetting to plug in his device, she handles it with a smile and a quick joke. We will truly miss Pam for everything she has done and meant for East Broadway.
023Congratulations, Pam. Gardener's Avenue. [Applause] All right. So, we are All right. After many years of ser after many years of service to the students of Levittown, Miss Terry Lynch is retiring from her role as one of our second grade teachers at Gardener Avenue. Miss Lynch is an incredible individual and always willing to lend a hand in any capacity. Her classroom has always been a place of kindness, encouragement, and growth. And I hope you know, Miss Lynch, that you have you have made a lasting impact on so many of our students. We thank you so much for your genuine compassion and care and know that you'll be greatly missed by the students, families, and colleagues alike and wish her the very best in her retirement. [Applause] Lee Road. I don't know. Good evening everyone. I want
024to first start by congratulating everyone who is retiring tonight and all of those who received tenure. Tonight I'm here to honor Miss Rosemary Van Vleet. After 20 remarkable years of dedicated service, we say goodbye to our lovely aid, Miss Rosemary Vanble Vleet. Her infectious smile and laughter have brightened our school community, creating an atmosphere of warmth and joy. Rosemary's commitment and kindness have touched the lives of countless students and staff alike. We wish her all the happiness and adventure that retirement can bring. Congratulations, Rosemary. We'll miss you. I was going I was MacArthur High School, Mr. Sheen and his team. Okay, good evening ladies and gentlemen and congratulations to all our retirees and all the best for a happy future healthy and all the best to you and your families. For MacArthur High School, we
025would like to start with the one and only Patty Miranda. Patty has been an integral and indispensable member of our guidance department throughout her storied career and will be almost impossible to replace. Her willingness to assist her colleagues coupled with her sincere care and compassion for the students in her case load success and well-being has truly been inspirational and second to none. Her exceptional work ethic along with her sparkling and captivating personality will be sorely missed and we wish Patty all the very best of happiness and health in her retirement. Congratulations Patty. The next McAuthor honore is Terry DeMarco. You can come up, Terry. Terryne has not only established herself as a top tier English teacher, but as a top tier person as well. She has been a staple and respected confidant in our English
026department throughout her tenure at MacArthur and always availed herself for the benefit of her students and colleagues she worked with. Her pleasant and upbeat personality along with the vision of her grace of her gracefully gliding through the hallways with her wheeled luggage bag containing her instructional materials and tow will undoubtedly be missed. And we wish Terryanne all the very best for a happy and healthy retirement. Congratulations Terry. Our next book author honore is the one and only Kathleen Peter Robleski. Katie, as she's affectionately known to all of us, has established herself as the model for a highly effective and successful self-contained and inclusion special education teacher. Her sincere care and compassion is clearly recognized and wellreceived by her students, and she has rightfully earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues. Katie consistently explored various
027opportunities for students to grow beyond the traditional curriculum as evidenced by her spearheading our sign language club which provided a valuable and enriching experience for so many fortunate students. She leaves big shoes to fill and we wish Katie all the best for a happy and healthy retirement as well. Congratulations Katie. Next up from MacArthur High School is our very own Diane Vaniano. [Applause] Diane has always embodied the mandatory teaching skills and traits that are the hallmark for an elite physical educator. Her dedication to her responsibilities and sincere care for her students' success both inside and outside of the gymnasium were glaringly obvious. and her true passion was preparing her students to embrace healthy lifestyles that would last a lifetime. Her warm and pleasant demeanor as well as her infectious sense of humor will certainly be
028missed and we wish Diane all the very best for a happy and healthy retirement as well. Congratulations And last but certainly not least of our MacArthur retirees is Carlos Battress. [Applause] For the past three decades, Carlos has been the ideal and exemplary custodian at MacArthur High School. Throughout his tenure, he consistently earned the highest praise for his work ethic and professionalism from each head custodian he served under, and his attention to detail regarding our bis building's cleanliness and safety has been impeccable. His kind-hearted, thoughtful, and selfless consideration for others along with his willingness to go above and beyond for everyone's benefit will be sorely missed. Carlos, we wish you all the very best for a happy and healthy retirement. [Applause] Congratulations, North Side. [Applause] Miss Casease, Bob Treza, Mr. Treser, come on up. Wow. It's
029going to be very hard to imagine North Side without Bob. I know he spent your you spent your beginning career at Wisdom, but we know North Side is your favorite. We know it. Um, as a onetoone, Bob has been more than just support. He's been a teacher, a mentor, a therapist, a snack watcher. Uh, you've been a coatlocator, and occasionally even a magician. But let's not forget your side gig, Santa. Without Santa, we don't know what joy is going to happen at Christmas time. And also giving ashes on Ash Wednesday. So, you're going to be missed. He has a rare superpower of staying calm and always being kind no matter what chaos is thrown at him. You're truly one of a kind, Bob. And while we're thrilled for you to enjoy some well-earned rest, I
030know I could speak for everyone to say that Northside is going to truly truly miss you. Thank you for everything. Next we have Saul with Miss O [Applause] Grady. Um, our first teacher that we are recognizing tonight is sixth grade teacher Michelle Shum. Uh, Michelle, your dedication to teaching and passion for science have left an unforgettable mark on Sock Middle School and the countless students you've inspired over the years. Your energy, creativity, and unwavering commitment to our sixth graders have made learning come alive in ways that will be remembered for a lifetime. As you retire, we celebrate not just the incredible teacher you have been, but the lasting leg legacy you've left behind. Thank you for everything and we wish you all the best in this next exciting chapter. [Applause] We have another sixth grade
031teacher retiring this year, Deborah [Applause] Went. Debbie, as you retire from your role as a sixth grade teacher at Sulk Middle School, we thank you for your years of service and steady presence in the classroom. Your time with us has been marked by dedication and consistency, helping guide students through an important transitional year in their education. We appreciate your contributions to our school, our community, and mostly our students. We wish you all the best. Enjoy a well-deserved retirement. Of course, Summit Lane. Mr. Skillsh. [Applause] Thank you. First, I'd like to recognize Mory McGlaughlin. [Applause] I'm going to wait till you get up here. After 38 incredible years of dedicated service as a special education teacher, your relentless commitment to students with special needs has left an indelible mark on countless lives. Your expertise across a
032variety of special education programs has enriched not only our school but the entire district, inspired colleagues and families. Thank you for your compassion, resilience, and lifelong advocacy for every student you've supported. Best of luck and congratulations. [Applause] Sarah Sabbert. [Applause] Congratulations on your retirement after 31 years of teaching in Levittown and creating a structured and enriching classroom where both general education and ENL students could thrive in our district. Your thoughtful teaching and unwavering dedication have laid a strong foundation for countless learners. You leave behind a legacy of excellence and lasting impact in every child you've taught. Thank you for everything you've done at Summit. [Applause] Mr. Aina has the night off from speaking tonight because unfortunately his retirees could not make it. So we are going to shift to the transportation department with Miss Reeves.
033[Applause] All right. So I am Dana Reeves Austin. I am the supervisor of transportation. All things yellow, all things bus. Yes. Um I have the pleasure of introducing first uh Katherine McConnell. [Applause] Kathy came to me um I want to say about five years ago uh looking for something new to do within the community and definitely transportation was it on her first day I said I'm going to assign you a route. She was like okay no problem. Very easygoing. The kids love her. Very patient very kind loving. She was the grandma to all of the kids on the bus. They love playing games with her and interacting with her from day to day. We truly miss you and we thank you for all that you've done for Levittown Public [Applause] Schools. Okay, so I did
034not I'm just going to call I don't see them, but I'm just going to call to make sure I didn't miss them. Lance Chitaara, Moro Dario, Frank Bruno. Okay. So, wait, we got one more. One more. One more. One more. So, this I'm going to be a little lengthy with. Yes. Because when you're a new administrator coming into a district and you're walking into a lot of different things, it's very seldom that you can come across somebody that you can generally lean on and that you can rely on for all things, right? I'm going to cuz I'm going to miss her. So, she's not a crier, but I am. So, I want to introduce Kathy Chorus. [Applause] It's been so many late nights where we've sat till 8 9 10:00 at night doing routes for
035the district. It's just her and I. Her and I. I'm in my building. She's in her building. We're calling each other. Which one are you doing? Which one are you doing? I can't find this. Can you find that? And it definitely does take a team. And I'm generally going to miss her. She is all things Levittown. He's been with us for years. It flies by before you know it cuz I'm 13 and I'm scratching. Yeah. So Kathy, I am truly going to miss you. We appreciate everything that you have done. All of the late nights that I had to pick your brain, had to call you at home on vacation and when you weren't here. But we wish you all the best on your new journey on retirement. [Applause] So congratulations to all our retirees.
036We m wish wish you so much joy in your next chapter and we will truly miss you. Was there any retiree that came that we missed? All right, good. Um, one last recognition um, very quickly because we do have a little refreshments in the back for you. Uh, so this one I'm going to pass over to Dr. Zerianis. Good evening everyone. I'd like to take a moment to recognize Jonas Sock Middle School. Is Miss O'Grady here? Still here? I hope. Um, I'd like to take a moment to recognize Jonas Hawk Middle School for being named a New York State School of Character. This recognition reflects the school's sustained commitment to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive school environment. Earning this designation involves a comprehensive evaluation of how a school integrates core values into all aspects
037of its culture, including classroom instruction, student leadership, staff collaboration, and community engagement. It highlights the thoughtful ongoing work at SOCK under the leadership of principal John Zagleon and assistant principal Amy O'Grady and their entire soft at entire staff at Sock Middle School. Say that 10 times fast. This honor aligns with the district's broader efforts to strengthen school climate and culture. While we know that there's always more to learn and room to grow, Sock's recognition affirms our ongoing commitment to this essential work. Congratulations to the entire Sock team on this well-deserved honor. Um, there are refreshments in the back of the room for all those here tonight. So, let's take a little break so that you can enjoy the moment. Thank you. We're going to start with the next item on our agenda, please. Uh, we
038are not doing a public be heard this evening because there was nobody signed up for it. Okay. Next is on the agenda. Do I have a motion to accept item 5.1 on the agenda regarding the board of board meeting calendar for 2025 2026? Do I have uh a motion? Christina, do I have a second? Phyllis, any discussion? All in favor? 5. Do I have a motion to accept 5.2 on the agenda? That is they are the schedules. Phyllis James. Any discussion? All in favor? 5. And I just from none of [Music] every Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat.
039Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] [Applause] Heat. Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Applause] Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Applause] Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. Heat. Heat. N. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] They're not doing it live. Wait, wait. Where are you? Okay. Levittown Memorial. Yes. Is 292 and no is 2011. Division yes is 254 no is 196. Yep. So the the total is 215 and 581. 851. Sorry. Yeah. Gardeners 385. No. is 118. East Broadway yes is 362. No is 135. Memorial is 343. Sorry and no is 139. division is 290. Yes. 149 no. And so the total yes is 1380. The total no is 541. Proposition three which is the sale 428 and 80 is no. Can't go
040by social media. East Broadway is yes is 356. No is 142. Memorial is yes is 379. No is 105. And then division yes is 369. No is 76. So the total is 1532. 1532 and uh 403 is no. So, Proposition 4, which is the child safety zone for gardeners. You'd think I figured this out already. Uh 424. Yes. 85. No. Then it is East Broadway is yes. is 392. No is 109. Memorial yes is 383. No is 104. Division yes is 235. No is 116. The total is 1434. Yes. 414. No. Proposition five, which is the library vote at gardener is yes is 388 and no is 117. East Broadway is yes is 369. No is 118. Memorial yes is 347 no is 134 and then division yes is 304 no is 140 so the
041total is 509 so for members of the board of education Christina at Gardener is 361. Peggy is 340. East Broadway Christina is 338. Peggy is 337. Levittown Memorial. Christina is 303. Peggy is 294. And then division Christina is 324. Peggy is 282. The total being 1326 for Christina and 1253 for Peggy. So for the library trust, congratulations. Um, so for the library trustees, there's three candidates, three different seats. So the person who gets the most votes will have the longest term, then the second longest, then the shortest. So Kristen Kenny at Gardeners is 323. Marie, that's that's a vote. Um, Marie is 322 and Tony is 317 at East Broadway. Kristen is 299. Marie is 292. and Tony is 316. At Memorial, Kristen is 273, Marie is 259, and Tony is 284. And then at
042division, Kristen is 273. Marie is 243 and Tony is 293. So Kristen received 1,168, Marie received 1,116 and Tony received 1,210. So Tony has the longest seat, then Kristen has the next longest seat, and Marie has the shortest seat. That is That is Thank you. That's I did. Yep. Sorry, before we go, I thought correct. No. No. Good. No matter. Go. [Music] We will now move on to item 5.3, the certification of the vote. I will read it and then ask for a motion to approve. Proposition number one, Levittown annual budget for 2025206 be resolved that the school district budget for the fiscal year commencing July 1st, 2025 and ending June 30th, 2026 as presented to the board of education in the amount of 274,120,957 be approved and the necessary taxes be levied therefore on
043the taxable real property uh real property of the district. Budget vote results 1,215 yes, 851 no. School district board candidates Peggy Morangi 1,253 Christina Lang, 1326. Expenditure of the 2023 capital. I don't have to take a motion on that, right? It's all at the end. You do the whole thing. Do the whole thing and then do a motion. Okay. Expenditure of the 2023 capital reserve fund and unassigned fund balance for school building improvement project uh projects. Be it resolved that the board of education of the Levittown Free School District is hereby authorized to expend the f expend the following ma uh remaining balances of the district reserve funds listed below. 2023 capital reserve in the amount of $18 million. In addition, the board of education is hereby authorized to expend up to the sum of
0444 million in unassigned fund balance so that the total expenditure in the amount not to exceed $22 million is hereby approved for purposes of performing school building improvement projects, including district-wide safety system upgrades, district-wide electrical system upgrades, districtwide roof reconditioning and replacement, districtwide HVAC upgrades and replacements, districtwide interior and exterior masonary restoration, district-wide asbestous abatement projects, districtwide athletic field renovations and tennis court lighting, district-wide roadway reconstruction and site improvement, districtwide bathroom reconstruction, districtwide instructional space renovations, and for any similar projects as contained in the district's 5-year capital facilities plan adopted by the board of education on March 19th, 2025. Expenditures funded from the capital reserves and unde unassigned fund balance will not increase the tax levy. Vote results 1,380 yes, 541 nos. Proposition three, sale of Seaman school building. Be it resolved that the board
045of education of Levittown Union Free School District is hereby authorized to sell the premises known as the Seaman Road School excluding the athletic fields which shall remain owned by the district located at 1100 Crestline Place Seafford New York 11783 at a price of 7,216,000 to Nasoboseis pursuant to the terms of of a certain contract of sale dated as of February 25th, 2025. Which contract is available for review at the office of the district clerk, 1550 Abbey Lane, Levittown, New York 11756, and on the district's website, 1532, yes, 4003 no. Proposition four, authorizing transportation to students within the child safety zone. Shall the board of education of the Levittown Union Free School District be authorized to provide transportation to those students attending district schools and residing in the child safety zone established by the board of
046education area bounded by the following south of Southern State Parkway, north of Jerusalem Avenue, west of Wour Avenue, and east of Wanto State Parkway. plus the area known as the Lee Anne Terrace and and such transportation shall be provided by the district starting in the 202526 school year for an estimated annual cost of $25,000. 1,434 yes, 414 no. Library budget resolved that the public library budget for the fiscal year of 2025 2026 proposed by the library board of trustees of the Levittown public library hereto for filed pursuant to law shall be approved and the necessary taxes be levied therefore on the taxable real property of the district. The budget, 148 yes, 59 no. Library board candidates Marie Andreski 1,116 K Chris Kirsten Kenny 1,168 and Tony McDonald 1,210. Do I please have a motion? Do
047I please have a motion to accept item 5.3? James Moran. Do I have a second? Phyllis Dalton. All in favor? Z on that. Okay. I I just want to take a moment to just uh thank everybody in the community for their ongoing support of the schools uh as well as to thank um both Miss Espazito and Miss Damrosio and Miss Harvey for all of their work with the school district tonight. Obviously, uh running an election uh from from 7 am until 8:00 PM is a giant task. uh very very stressful and uh just wanted to thank them for all of their efforts on this and also congratulations to all the candidates um who uh did so well tonight and uh congratulations to you and we look forward to you continuing your work in your various
048roles in support of the larger community. Okay. And I would also like to say as representative of the board of education, the board of education is extremely uh proud of the community for coming out once again to support our school budget. There is nothing more important in a community than its schools. And we are very grateful to the parents, to people who do not have children in our school, and for the uh community at large that comes out every year to support the Levittown School District. It is truly appreciated. The board of ed takes it very seriously and we are very honored to represent the Levittown School District. So, thank you once again. Do I have a motion to adjourn the special meeting? Maryannne. Oh, did you want to say something or that's it? Do
049I have a motion, Mary? Do I have a motion, Maryann? Do I have a second? Uh, Christina. All in favor? 5. You're a jokester. Real jokester, Jim. Okay. Meeting adjourned. Thank you.