The meeting was called to order by President Barbara English at 3:30 p.m..

Roll Call

Officers
President	Barbara English	Present
Vice-President	Deb Carty	Present
Treasurer	Jo Bononno	Present
Recording Secretary	Charles Nowalk	Present
Corresponding Secretary	Marilyn Shober	Present

Note 1: February Executive Committee meeting was cancelled due to inclement weather. The President's busy schedule did not allow for rescheduling.

Note 2: President re-ordered items for this meeting. Started with budget items/concerns and ESP Consolidation proposal, then committee reports, Treasurer's & Secretary's reports, and finally old/new business.

Treasurer's Report: Jo presented the treasurer's reports for January and February 2008. Motion to accept the treasurer's reports was made by Chuck and seconded by Deb Carty. Passed unanimously.

Secretary's Report: Motion to accept the minutes of the January 8, 2008 meeting was made by Matty and seconded by Marilyn. Passed unanimously.

Committee Reports:

1. Membership:
   1. No report.
2. Ed Council:
   1. Barb reported that the new format of getting concerns to her prior to the meeting so that she and George Chando can set the agenda worked well.
   2. Next meeting is May 7 at 7 p.m.
3. Health & Safety:
   1. Marilyn noted that the next meeting is April 2.
4. WCEA:
   1. No report.
5. Social:
1. The current casino bus trip is not filling up quickly.
2. Tuesday, August 26, will be the date of our annual 'Welcome Back' picnic at Flynn's. Helpers are needed. See Deb Carty.
3. Thursday, May 22, is the date of our annual 'Retirement Celebration'. More information will be available after Easter.
6. Scholarship:
   1. Joan Ricker expressed some concerns about ordering shirts.
   2. Scholarship applications are now available on-line.
   3. The announcement of the PEA Scholarship program was made avaiable to PHS seniors approximately 2 weeks ago.
7. Grievance:
   1. Kevin Mahony, chairperson, reported that two grievances are at level 5.
   2. Kevin also noted that a grievance for the high school concerning the amount of time for lunch on half-days was resolved at level 1. The time for lunches was restored to the previous time period of 12:15-1:00.
8. Negotiations:
   1. Barb reported that there is still no 'hard' copy of the teachers' contract. She and Jackie are battling over the wording - still.
   2. Paras' & security guards' contract talks may be combined.
   3. All PEA members are asked to continue to wear their blue t-shirts (or a blue shirt) in support of the paras & security guards on Fridays.
9. Legislative:
   1. Chuck noted that the new funding formula is in effect.
   2. April 15 is School Elections day in NJ.
10. Constitution:
    1. Barb noted that she wishes to present the constitutional changes to an April general membership meeting.
11. Finance:
    1. Treasurer Jo Bononno reports that the committee is 'working on it'.
12. PD:
    1. Chuck reported that the committee met to tally & collate the results of the on-line survey for the district's state-mandated PD plan.
    2. There are rumors that the committee will be asked to develop PD plans for the 3 or 4 days of in-service before school starts.

Building concerns:

1. Green St. inquired if it might be possible to ask for 'Dress Down Days' once again. Barb replied not at this time. Green St. also noted some concerns about subs. They (the subs) are not aware of the district's dress code policy or Internet AUP (Acceptable Use Policy.)
2. Barber School shared its 'Weingarten' and 'DYFS' handout cards with us.
3. Secretaries expressed concerns about certain working conditions.
4. The high school noted a medical situation, seeking equal compensation for individuals who agree to teach a fourth class, and a dress code for students is being considered.
5. The security guards 'are cool'.
6. Special Services inquired about the lack of a 'Dress Code' board policy.

Old Business:

1. None.

New Business:

1. A motion "to create an ad hoc 'Pass the School Budgets' committee that will mail a letter to all NJEA members living in the 08865, 08886, and 08804 zip code areas before the April 15 School Elections date; name Charles Nowalk chairperson; and provide a budget for up to a maximum amount of $250 for the purchase of envelopes and stationery" was made by Chuck and seconded by Nadine. Passed unanimously.
2. The NEA Convention is in Washington D. C. this summer the last week of June and the first week of July. Susan Dalrymple is interested in attending. Anyone else interested in attending should contact Barb.

Motion to adjourn was made at 5:25 p.m. by Chuck and seconded by Mattie. Passed unanimously.

Next meeting April 8, 2008, at 3:30 @ PMS in library.

Respectfully submitted,

Chuck Nowalk, Secretary