The regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education was called to order at        

_______________p.m. in the Middle/High School Building by_______________.

Members Present: 

Members Absent: 

Others Present: 

_______________led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Safety Plan 2026-27 Presentation & Public Hearing – Officer McGuire

Code of Conduct 2026-27 Presentation & Public Hearing – Mr. Clifford and Mrs. Asquith

Athletic Placement Process (APP) Presentation – Mr. Clifford

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board of Education approve the Warsaw CSD Athletic Placement Process (APP), as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________   that the Board approve the minutes for August 11, 2026, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

The Board reviewed the lists of regular bills dated August 3, 2026 and August 17, 2026.

The Board reviewed the Appropriation and Revenue Status Reports as of July 31, 2026.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board accept the Treasurer’s Reports as of July 2026.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Dr. Irizarry reported

Ex Officio Student School Board Member Reports:

• Wyoming County (Pike) Fair
• FFA Update

Audit Committee

Finance Committee

Policy Committee

Technology Committee

Moved by _______________ seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the Organizational Chart for the 2026-27 school year.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the Williamson Law Software Contract 2026-27 as proposed, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________ seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the Consultant Services Corrected Agreements with Trisha Finnigan and Kelly Beitz, as proposed, for the 2026-27 school year, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreements.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the proposed agreement with Compass Staffing Solutions for the 2026-27 school year, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board approve the proposed agreement with Mary Cariola Children’s Center for the 2026-27 regular school year and 2027-28 Extended school year, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board of Education approve the Transportation Contract with C & F Transportation with regard to Stanley Falk 2 for the 2026-27 regular school year, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools and Board President to execute said agreement.   Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board appoint _______________ as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

The District Clerk was dismissed at       p.m. and the following took place as recorded by _______________, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board enter Executive Session at       p.m. for the purpose of discussing Choose an item..  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board resume regular session at _______________ p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the special education placements recommendations, as follows:

(A) = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the continuation of Special Education services for homeschooled student (900-37-6856) per the parent’s request for the 2026-27 school year.  Motion Carried: Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 624 as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at _______________ p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

_______________

Clerk Pro Tem

The regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education was called to order at        

6:30p.m. in the Middle High School Building by Mr. Robb.

Members Present:  Mr. Dean Robb, Mrs. Gail Royce, Mr. John Grover, Mr. Stephen Tarbell II, Mr. Michael Youngers., Mr. Raymond Goulet, Baylee Hoffmeister - Student Ex Officio.

Members Absent:  Mr. Joshua Harvey

Others Present:  Dr. Irizarry, Ms. Grisewood, Mr. Frank, Mrs. D’Amico, Mrs. Good, Ms. Conable, Mr. Bark, Coach Higgins and four members of the Varsity Softball Team and Mrs. Conley.

Mr. Robb led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Warsaw Varsity Girls’ Softball Trip Presentation: The team captains presented information regarding a proposed trip to the training event in Myrtle Beach, SC during their 2027 spring break. This year they are looking to attend the Grand Strand Softball Classic event instead of the Cal Ripken Experience, as it is much more affordable and comes highly recommended by several surrounding districts.  This opportunity will allow the team to participate in training games, practices and scrimmages.  The trip for each girl will be fully funded through fundraisers. They plan to stay in an Airbnb instead of a hotel, so the whole team will be together.  Transportation to and from the event will be provided by their parents.  

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board of Education approve the Warsaw Varsity Girls’ Softball Trip Request for an overnight trip to Myrtle Beach, SC March 21-27, 2027, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board approve the minutes for July 28, 2026, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Dr. Irizarry reported that the Administrators’ Retreat was held last week in Ellicottville.  It was well attended by surrounding districts.  Administrators participated in various breakout sessions and listened to a keynote speaker during the event.  Dr. Irizarry thanked the Board for supporting this professional learning opportunity.

He stated that the Safety Plan and Code of Conduct presentations & Public Hearings are scheduled for the next Board of Education meeting on August 25, 2026.

Dr. Irizarry shared some information regarding NY Inspires; NYSED is working on providing guidance this summer as they transition graduation requirements and reprioritize standards based on demonstrating various competencies beginning with the freshman class of 2029-30.

Ex Officio Student School Board Member Reports:  Ms. Hoffmeister shared the following:

FFA members have been working over the last two weeks on setting up their booth at the Wyoming County Fair and, joining with Perry FFA members, they are working on their shared float for Monday’s parade.  It’s been good to see some of the younger officers working into their new leadership roles.

New this year, will be the Pasture to Pint ice cream and dessert fundraiser event in place of the Farm to Table event of past years.

Lastly, the fall sports season is starting up and everyone is getting ready and looking forward to the games.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Royce that the Board of Education approve the Tax Levies and Assessments, as proposed (Copy attached to minutes).  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Grover that the school taxes as extended on the tax list of the district be and the same are accepted and confirmed; and, be it further resolved that said tax so extended against the taxable property within said district as appears on said list be and the same hereby are levied; and be it further resolved, that the Board of Education hereby executes a warrant dated August 11, 2026 in the amount of $7,875,737 ($7,826,960 school/$48,777 library).  The collection period is to end November 2, 2026 and after said warrant is approved by the Board, the same shall be delivered to the Tax Collector of the District.   Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Goulet that September 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026, inclusive shall be hereby established as the dates for the collection of the 2026-27 school taxes without penalty. Be it further resolved, that a 2% tardy penalty shall be added on those taxes paid October 1, 2026 through November 2, 2026, inclusive.  Tax bills, which have not been paid during this time, will be forwarded to Wyoming County for collection and an additional 8% tardy penalty will be incurred.  Taxes will be collected by the Tax Collector (Bank of Castile) from September 1, 2026 through November 2, 2026 at Bank of Castile; 2367 North Main Street; Warsaw, NY, any Bank of Castile Branch, or can be mailed to Bank of Castile, PO Box 6870, Ithaca, NY 14851-6870.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Grover that the District Tax Collector be authorized to publish the tax notice in the Batavia Daily News and Herald Courier.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board approve the proposed agreement with The Kessler Center for the 2026-27 school year, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Goulet that the Board approve the proposed Music Therapy Services agreement with The Rochester School of the Holy Childhood, Inc. for the 2026-27 extended school year, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board approve the proposed Music Therapy Services agreement with The Rochester School of the Holy Childhood, Inc. for the 2026-27 regular school year, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board approve the proposed Service Agreement with Hillside for the 2026-27 school year, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said contract.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the non-public transportation request for an eligible student, to and from Castile Christian Academy during the 2026-27 School Year, as long as the request is within the required limits, and per Board Policy.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.  

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board of Education adopt the following resolution:

WARSAW CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Resolution Amending and Confirming SEQRA Negative Declaration for

Capital Improvements Project, 2023 including 2026 Modifications

            WHEREAS, the Warsaw Central School District (the “District”) and its Board of Education (the “Board”) in 2023 proposed to undertake a Capital Improvements Project, 2023 (the “Project”) which included various renovations and improvements at the District’s buildings and campuses; and

            WHEREAS, as a Type I action, a coordinated review of the Project was conducted with the District/Board as the “lead agency” in accordance with the State Environmental Quality Review Act and its implementing regulations promulgated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (“NYSDEC”) (collectively “SEQRA”); and

            WHEREAS, such review included consideration of the proposed Project, the SEQRA Environmental Assessment Form for the Project, the criteria for determining whether the Project will have a significant adverse impact on the environment as set forth in 6 N.Y.C.R.R. § 617.7(c) of the SEQRA regulations, coordination with involved agencies including the NYSDEC, the New York State Education Department, and the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York regarding its authorization of the expenditure of bond proceeds for the Project, and such other information deemed appropriate; and

            WHEREAS, the District/Board identified the relevant areas of environmental concern, took a hard look at these areas, determined that the proposed action will not result in a significant adverse impact on the environment, and in a Negative Declaration in March 2023 made a reasoned elaboration of the basis for its determination; and

            WHEREAS, the Project was approved by the qualified voters of the District in May 2023; and

WHEREAS, since project funds remain, the District proposes modifications to the Project scope consisting of various additional building renovation and site work improvements; and

            WHEREAS, the proposed modifications to the Project do not, in the judgment of the Board, represent a material change in the overall scope and nature of the Project and the voter-approved proposition for the Project specifically authorized the Board to make such modifications to the Project scope as the Board may deem to be in the best interest of the District (assuming the overall spending limits set by the voters of the District are not exceeded), such modifications to be accomplished by the Board’s reallocation, supplementation, revision or deletion of components of the Project; and

            WHEREAS, the District/Board as the lead agency under SEQRA reviewed the modifications proposed to the Project and related amendments to the Environmental Assessment Form, the criteria for determining whether the action will have a significant adverse impact on the environment as set forth in 6 N.Y.C.R.R. § 617.7(c) of the SEQRA regulations, and such other information as has been deemed appropriate;

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the
Warsaw Central School District that:

            1.         The District/Board as the lead agency under SEQRA determines that the proposed scope modifications to the Capital Improvements Project, 2023 will not change the March 2023 determination that the Capital Improvements Project, 2023, including the proposed 2026 scope modifications, is a Type I action and will not result in a significant adverse impact on the environment.

            2.         The attached amended Negative Declaration, incorporated herein by reference, is issued and adopted for the reasons stated in the attached amended Negative Declaration, and the amended Parts 1, 2, and 3 of the Environmental Assessment Form are also incorporated herein by reference.

            3.         The Superintendent of the District is authorized to sign and file or have filed on behalf of the District/Board all documents necessary to comply with SEQRA.

            4.         This resolution is effective immediately.

Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board accept, with appreciation, the following school supplies and materials donated by Burger King and Kids In Need Foundations for the district classrooms. 

Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board appoint Mrs. Royce as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

The District Clerk was dismissed at 6:56 p.m. and the following took place as recorded by Mrs. Royce, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Goulet that the Board enter Executive Session at 6:56 p.m. for the purpose of discussing matters leading to the appointment/employment of a particular person.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board resume regular session at 9:20 p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Goulet that the Board approve the special education placements recommendations, as follows: 

        (A) = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce seconded by Mr. Youngers that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the corrected Standard Work Day and Reporting Resolution for Employees, and authorize the District Clerk to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the Technology Education Teacher Memorandum of Agreement for (John Werner) as proposed, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said MOA.  Motion Carried: Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Goulet that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 623, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 1 (Grover).

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at 9:22 p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Mrs. Gail E. Royce

Clerk Pro Tem