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Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Orleans/Niagara BOCES Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board of Education meeting covered several key topics including reports on capital projects, career education, and business services. The Board approved the 2026-2027 Code of Conduct and authorized multiple lease and service agreements with organizations such as the Niagara Falls City School District, the Town of Cambria, Webco Ventures, Inc., BidLogiQ, and the Tarian Group, LLC. Various bid awards for fuel and natural gas were approved, alongside the disposal of obsolete electronic components and the acceptance of several donations. The Board also confirmed personnel appointments, including a Deputy General Counsel, staff increases and decreases, and the appointment of workshop facilitators and SkillsUSA Advisors.
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Orleans/Niagara Boces Board Of Education Reorganization Meeting
The reorganization meeting covered various appointments and operational designations for the upcoming school year. Key actions included the election of the Board President and Vice President, as well as the administration of oaths to new board members and student representatives. The board appointed several administrative officials, including the treasurer, deputy treasurer, purchasing agent, and legal counsel. Additionally, the board approved operational policies such as mileage and substitute rates, designated official bank depositories and newspapers, authorized payroll certifications and bond amounts, and established standards for facility usage and financial reporting. Procedural approvals were also granted for staff handbooks, records retention schedules, and non-discrimination statements.
Feb 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Orleans/Niagara Boces Board Of Education Regular Meeting
The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and reading of the Mission Statement, following adjustments to the agenda to include a Sub-Lease Agreement with the New York State Power Authority and information regarding donations received from the Town of Tonawanda Youth Parks and Recreation. A presentation featured the Animal Science - Educational Travel program. Board committee reports were provided, with the Negotiations committee noting upcoming meetings in March 2026, and the Audit and Capital Projects committees scheduling meetings for March 19, 2026. The Facilities Report included updates on drinking water tests, Capital Project Punch list completion, and Business Office updates. The Superintendent presented a plaque to Dr. Bruce Frasier for his service. The Standing Consent Agenda Resolutions covered the approval of budget modifications and treasurer's reports for General Funds, Special Aids, and Other Funds. New Business included accepting the quarterly extra classroom activity fund report, approving agreements with SUNY Niagara and the Niagara County Sheriff's Office for school resource officer services, accepting the annual fire inspection report, approving the disposal of outdated instructional and library items, approving the Sub-Lease Agreement with the New York State Power Authority, and accepting gym equipment donations. The Personnel and Staffing section accepted the resignation of Board Member Dr. Bruce Fraser, approved staffing changes effective in 2026, approved substitute appointments, authorized a leave of absence for Anita Muzzi, authorized health insurance coverage for certain personal care aides during the extended school year, approved the personnel section of the agenda, approved compensation for staff Ukeru training, and approved several conference requests.
Jan 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Orleans/Niagara Boces Board Of Education Regular Meeting
The meeting included an executive session to discuss the employment of a particular individual, followed by a presentation from Young + Wright Architecture regarding a Building Condition Survey. Key actions involved approving Standing Consent Agenda Resolutions, which included budget modifications (#83-99 for 2025-2026) and the approval of Treasurer's Reports for the General Fund, Special Aids, and Other Funds. New Business items included acknowledging receipt of the Single Audit Report for the year ended June 30, 2025, approving a Juul Agreement with Newfane Central School District, approving a Lease Agreement with Niagara Falls City School District, approving change orders for the 2024 project annex, adopting a resolution for the School Library Systems' DREAM Consortium, approving the 2026-2027 administrative and school calendars, accepting a $1,000 cash donation, and approving the disposal of obsolete electronic components. The personnel section addressed the resignation of Board Member Timothy Kropp and the appointment of R.J. Seager to fill the vacancy. Numerous resignations, leaves of absence, probationary appointments, and permanent status appointments were approved for various staff positions, including multiple appointments for Aurea Benbenek and Elizabeth Bittar. The board also approved Extended School Year and Summer School Compensation Rates and provided financial sponsorship for two individuals to participate in the Leadership Niagara Class of 2026. Finally, travel requests for conferences and competitions were approved.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
