LMEA GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES March 16, 2005

President D. Pendino called the meeting to order at 4:05 P.M.

P. Peterson made a motion to approve the October General Membership Meeting minutes, sec by C. SantaMaria. - Approved.

Officer's Reports:

President's Report : D. Pendino welcomed all to the new LMEA office then gave the following report. This is the first General Membership Meeting at our new office.

•  Weather delays and early dismissals - D. Pendino met with Dr. Savedoff - inconsistent practice across the district -

Dr. Savedoff will announce a standard procedure next fall.

•  Bridge certification - workshop 3/31 at the LMEA office at 4 PM - PSEA representative will be here to discuss/answer questions. Contact Arlene Flicker at flickea@lmsd.org if you wish to attend.

VP Professional : NR

VP Support Professional : NR - D. Pendino reported Victor is doing better from his accident and sends his greetings. If you need to contact him he can be reached via his cell at 610-331-8015.

1 st Vice President : C. SantaMaria reported that the Association strongly discourages transporting students in their vehicles - this opens us up to unnecessary risk.

Secretary Support Professional : NR

Secretary Professional: NR

Treasurer: Motion to approve the February Treasurer's report. Approved.

Committee Reports:

Constitution: NP

Elections: NP - Elections for NEA-RA were conducted later in the meeting. J. Gaines ran the elections for E. Brophy. Some nominees gave brief speeches supporting their candidacy. Nominations from the floor were requested - none were given. Results are given at the end of these minutes.

IPD: NR

CNC: B. Young reported we are in some informal negotiations - we will get the district's response on 3/29.

FAC: NR

Health & Safety: A. Flicker reported on various issues around the district (screens, bathrooms, sanitization). Also there are concerns regarding the new transportation site. If there are H&S concerns try to resolve them at the building level first then if no action then contact A. Flicker or L. Giaquinto.

Legislative: NP - But C. SantaMaria noted there are bills regarding "30 and out" in the legislature but no action is expected on them in the near future.

PACE: C. SantaMaria reported that contributions have been lighter than last year.

PR&R: NP - But D. Pendino reported on current grievances - workload grievance will be going to arbitration. Member dismissed from coaching - arbitration ruling forthcoming.

Public Relations: D. Pendino reminded members to check our website for updates and Association information.

Minority Affairs: J. Gaines reported that their next meeting is scheduled for 4/6 at 5pm in the LMEA office.

Social: D. Mandarino asked for anyone retiring to let us know for the spring banquet. The banquet is scheduled for June 2. The location may be changing.

Special Services: NR - but A. Flicker reminded we are trying to get more deals on tickets, BJs warehouse, etc.

Sunshine: D. Williams reported if any member is ill to let her know. P. Peterson thanked the committee and the LMEA for their gift.

Ad Hoc Committee Reports:

Settlement Task Force: NR

Special Education Task Force: NR

Delegates to the NEA-RA for 2005 are:

Professional: Dom Pendino, Mike Stettner, Pete Peterson, Anne Pass, Arlene Flicker, Chris SantaMaria,

Support Professional: Debbie Williams and Alden Washington.

P.Peterson made motion to adjourn - sec by A. Flicker. The meeting was adjourned at 4:44 PM.