September 28, 2026 - Regular Meeting follows the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting - Regular
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A. Call to Order: Mr. Kurimsky
Discussion:
Mr. Kurimsky called the meeting to order at 8:32 pm.
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B. Salute to the Flag: Mr. Kurimsky
Discussion:
Mr. Kurimsky led the Salute to the Flag.
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C. Roll Call: Mrs. Mickey
Discussion:
Mrs. Mickey conducted the roll call.
Members Present: Mr. Joshua Zebrak, Mr. Vince Azzolina, Mrs. Amy Sheridan, Mrs. Debra Wohlin, Mr. Scott Weinman, Mrs. Deb Bucciero (virtual), Mrs. Shannon Venditti (virtual), Mr. Kevin Kurimsky Members Absent: Mr. John Fallat
Description:
A record of attendance for the meeting.
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D. Reading of the Mission Statement: Mr. Kurimsky
We, the Franklin Regional School Community, strive for excellence, learning, achievement, and citizenship in all we do.
Discussion:
Mr. Kurimsky read the Mission Statement.
Description:
"We, the Franklin Regional School Community, strive for excellence, learning, achievement, and citizenship in all we do."
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E. Approval of the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting Minutes of August 10, 2026: Mr. Kurimsky
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the Committee-of-the-Whole minutes of August 10, 2026 as submitted or amended.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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F. Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes - August 10, 2026: Mr. Kurimsky
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the Regular minutes of August 10, 2026, as submitted or amended.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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G. Future Dates: Dr. Piraino
Discussion:
Dr. Piraino presented the list of upcoming Board and Committee dates.
Description:
List of upcoming Board and Committee Dates:
Administration Office, 3170 School Rd., Murrysville, PA |
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H. Upcoming Topics: Dr. Piraino
Discussion:
Dr. Piraino noted that he expects the following items to be on the next board agenda for review and approval:
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I. Treasurer's Reports: Mr. Kurimsky
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the Treasurer's Reports as submitted.
Description:
Request for approval of the Treasurer's Report.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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J. Public Comment: Mr. Kurimsky
Discussion:
There were no public comments for this meeting.
Description:
Visitors who wish to make public comments should provide their name and municipality on the sign-in sheet before the meeting starts. The time limit is 4 minutes per person. Please review Board Policy 903 for additional information.
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K. Solicitor's Comment
Discussion:
Mr. Matta had no comment for the public meeting.
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L. Item(s) to be removed from the Consent Agenda for Separate Action: Mr. Kurimsky
Discussion:
No items were removed from the Consent Agenda for separate action.
Description:
Board members may request that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate action by the Board.
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M. Consent Agenda Motion: Mr. Kurimsky
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve consent agenda items N.1 through N.13 as written or amended.
Discussion:
The approval of consent agenda items as written or amended.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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N. Consent Agenda Items: Mr. Kurimsky
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N.1. Compound Microscopes for the High School Science Department: Dr. Delp
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the purchase of 24 compound microscopes for the High School Science Department to be funded through the capital reserve budget as curricular equipment.
Discussion:
Dr. Delp presented the need for new compound microscopes for the high school science department. The current ones are old and require annual repairs.
Description:
Current microscopes are more than 20 years old and require an annual cost of $1000 to repair and replace components and to maintain functionality. This annual cost will be eliminated with the approval of this purchase while greatly improving the overall quality of the microscopes being used by our students and staff.
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N.2. Compressors for RTU-1C at the MS: Mr. Johnson
Recommended Motion(s):
It is the recommendation of the Facilities Department to approve the purchase of 2 compressors for RTU-1C at the Middle School. Agreement with Tobey Karg in the amount of $9,663.10.
Discussion:
Mr. Johnson presented the request for two compressors and parts for RTU-1C at the middle school. They found that this was not functioning last month. This was not part of the capital budget.
Description:
Purchase of two compressors and parts for RTU-1C at the Middle School. FRSD will handle the replacement, this is for parts only.
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N.3. Purchase of Two Soccer Goals for the Multi-Purpose Field: Mr. Johnson
Recommended Motion(s):
It is the recommendation of the Facilities Department that the purchase of two Soccer Goals in the amount of $10,148.00 be awarded to BSN Sports.
Discussion:
Mr. Johnson presented a request for two soccer goals for the multi-purpose field, which is an approved capital item.
Description:
This is an approved Capital Item.
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N.4. New Wrestling Mats for HS Wrestling Room: Mr. Johnson
Recommended Motion(s):
The Facilities Department recommends the approval of the purchase of new wrestling mats from Resilite in the amount of $13,664.20.
Discussion:
Mr. Johnson presented a request for new wrestling mats due to the deterioration of the current mats.
Description:
Mats in the HS wrestling Room are falling apart and need to be replaced for student safety. This item will come out of Athletic Capital 26-27.
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N.5. High School Roof Replacement: Mr. Johnson
Recommended Motion(s):
The Facilities Department recommends awarding the agreement with TMR Roofing for the remainder of the HS Roof Replacement in the amount of $1,980,650.00.
Discussion:
Mr. Johnson presented a request for the high school roof replacement, which needs to be approved now to be on schedule, but would be a part of the 2027-2028 capital plan.
Description:
This project will finish the roof replacement at the High School. It will be apart of 27-28 Capital. However, we need to approve now so that materials can be ordered and work can be completed by the Summer of 27.
Scope as follows: 1. TMR Roofing is offering this quote as an authorized dealer through Carlisle Syntec CoStars contract #008-E22-904. Vendor Number 207082. 2. In the area traced in color in the photo above, remove the existing roofing, flashings and underlying WET insulation down to the TECTUM roof decking. Inspect the roof decking and replace any deteriorated areas at an additional rate of $17.00 per square foot. Haul away all debris. 3. Leave all dry roof insulation intact. 4. Mechanically attach one new layer of 2" polyiso roof insulation according to the roof manufacturers wind uplift requirements. The new roof system will have an average R value over 30 as required by building code. Roof fastener pull tests will be conducted to assure that a minimum of 225lbs can be achieve with "lite deck" roof fasteners. 5. Install 8’ by 8’ tapered roof insulation drain sumps at each drain location. 6. Replace or refurbish all drain hardware at each drain location. If the existing roof drain cannot be re used, install new aluminum insert drain. 7. Fully adhere one ply of Carlisle manufactured, .060 EPDM rubber roof membrane to the new roof insulation. Seal the seams of the new membrane with the use of 3" seam tape applied according to the roof manufacturers specifications. 8. Flash all elevations changes, roof penetrations and expansion joints according to Carlisle 20-year specifications and details. 9. Shop fabricate and install new .040 aluminum metal edge fascia. Color to be chosen from the roof manufacturers standard color chart. 10. Replace all 16 skylight assemblies over the auxiliary gym with new, OSHA compliant, skylight domes. 12. Costs in this quotation reflect paying prevailing wage rates to our workers. Certified payrolls will be provided.
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N.6. St. Vincent Prevention Projects Agreement: Dr. Smith
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the agreement with St.Vincent and FRSD.
Discussion:
Dr. Smith presented an annual agreement for the St. Vincent Prevention Project. He explained that this is a collaboration between the college and our counselors for social, emotional, behavioral, and academic support based on student need.
Description:
Request for approval of the agreement with St. Vincent College Prevention Projects.
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N.7. Title I - Catapult Agreement: Dr. Smith
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the agreement with Catapult for Title I services for MOSS.
Discussion:
Dr. Smith presented an annual agreement with Catapult for Title I, K-2 math and reading services at the Mother of Sorrows School.
Description:
Request for approval of the agreement with Catapult for Title I services at Mother of Sorrows School.
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N.8. DevereuxTCV Annual Agreement 2026-2027: Dr. Regelski
Recommended Motion(s):
The Administration recommends the Board approve the annual Service Agreement between The DevereuxTCV and the Franklin Regional School District for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Discussion:
Dr. Piraino presented the annual agreement with DevereuxTCV for the 2026-2027 school year.
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N.9. Gifts, Grants, and Donations: Mr. Perry
Recommended Motion(s):
The Administration recommends that the Board approve the following contribution(s) per policy 702 Gifts, Grants, and Donations.
* Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection grant of $4,477.00 for the development of a rain garden at FR Intermediate.
Discussion:
Mr. Perry presented a request for approval for the grant for development of a rain garden at the Intermediate School. |
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N.10. Permission to Advertise for the 2026-27 Joint Purchasing Program: Mr. Perry
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to authorize the Administration to advertise jointly as a member of the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit Joint Purchasing Consortium for the purchase of multi-purpose paper, unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel.
Discussion:
Mr. Perry presented an annual request to grant the WIU Joint Purchasing Consortium permission to advertise jointly for multi-purpose paper and fuel.
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N.11. Authorization of Joint Purchasing Consortium Representatives for the 2027-2028 Program: Mr. Perry
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to appoint Mr. Jon Perry, Director of Financial Services, as its authorized representative, and Mrs. Ericka Cowell, Assistant Director of Financial Services, as an alternate representative on the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit Joint Purchasing Consortium for matters relating to joint purchasing for supplies and fuel, as per the attached.
Discussion:
Mr. Perry presented the request to allow Mr. Jon Perry, as the authorized representative, and Mrs. Ericka Cowell, as the alternate representative, to act on the School District’s behalf in matters related to the joint purchasing of multipurpose paper and fuel.
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N.12. Policy Review - First Read: Dr. Delp
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the first reading and move to a second reading *Policy 102 Academic Standards *Policy 105 Curriculum *Policy 204.1 Virtual Attendance and Wellness Checks *Policy 209 Health Examinations/Screenings *Policy 246 School Wellness *Policy 249 Bullying/Cyberbullying
Discussion:
Dr. Delp presented the approval of a first reading and request to move to a second reading for the following policies:
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N.13. Personnel Agenda: Dr. Delp
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to provisionally approve the attached personnel items upon submission of the appropriate documentation, as prescribed by state and federal regulations.
Discussion:
Dr. Delp presented the personnel agenda for provisional approval upon submission of the appropriate documentation prescribed by state and federal regulations.
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O. Adjournment: Mr. Kurimsky
Recommended Motion(s):
A motion to adjourn the meeting.
Discussion:
A motion to adjourn was made at 8:35 pm.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Murrysville Municipal Building
4100 Sardis Rd., Murrysville, PA 15668
Following the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting (7:30 p.m.)
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Murrysville Municipal Building
4100 Sardis Rd., Murrysville, PA 15668
Following the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting (7:30 p.m.)
Meetings will be in person, broadcast on Channel 21, and the recording will be uploaded to YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/FranklinRegionalSD.