Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503

 

I. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by President Marvin Arnpriester at 7:30 p.m.

Members Present:  Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark, Rick Killion, Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson and Marvin Arnpriester.
Members Absent:  Marilyn Heider

The invocation was led by Pastor Mike Moser from Southside Christian Church.

V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

BE IT RESOLVED that the minutes of the regular meeting of February 10, 2003 and the work session of February 10, 2003 be approved.

Moved by   Francis Clark         :Seconded by Rick Killion
(Voice Vote:  In Favor; Rick Killion, Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark and Marvin Arnpriester)

BE IT RESOLVED that the agenda as submitted be approved.

Moved by  Bobbette Behrens    :Seconded by  Mark Peterson      
(Voice vote:  In Favor; Rick Killion, Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson, Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark and Marvin Arnpriester)

Bobbette Behrens referenced the following:

· First K-Kids meeting at Pusey Elementary School
· Lewis & Clark Early Childhood Ribbon cutting ceremony
· Apologized for missing the Policy Review meeting

Mark Peterson apologized for missing the Policy Review meeting.

Rick Killion referenced comments by KMA radio announcer on poor sportsmanship from Abraham Lincoln High School fans.

Gina Malloy referenced the meeting with members of Senator Tom Harkin’s staff for potential funding.

Marvin Arnpriester also referenced the meeting with members of Senator Tom Harkin’s staff for potential funding.

 Superintendent Richard H. Christie referenced the following:

· Kiwanis Club establishing First K Kids at Pusey Elementary School.
· Academic Awards – 4 students from Wilson Jr. High School won top spots at local division for Veterans essay contest.  They were:  Kiersten Ruff – 1st place, Terrence Huit – 2nd place, Gracie Keisner – 3rd place and Joey Golda – 4th place.
· Acknowledged that he has completed all requirements for his Doctorate.

(This is an opportunity for members of the public to address the Board regarding agenda items or other matters of concern.)

Janine Headen addressed the Board.

A. Presentation

Presentation was given by Greg Rodgers, Executive Director of Finance.

B. Public Participation

(This is an opportunity for members of the public to address the Board regarding the Bloomer Elementary School Window Replacement Project and the Bloomer Elementary School HVAC and Life Safety Renovations Project.)

None.

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Bid #03-002, Bloomer Elementary School Window Replacement Project, to Divercon Construction, Inc. at a total cost of $384,600.00.

Moved by  Francis Clark     :Seconded by Bobbette Behrens

Voting in Favor:  Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson, Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark, Rick Killion and Marvin Arnpriester.

D. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Bid #03-005, Bloomer Elementary School HVAC and Life Safety Project, to Lueder Construction at a total cost of $1,299,700.00, which includes the base bid and Alternates 1, 2, 4 and 5.

Moved by Gina Malloy   :Seconded by  Mark Peterson

Voting in Favor:  Mark Peterson, Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark, Rick Killion, Gina Malloy and Marvin Arnpriester.

Budget Development
   Budget Reduction Process
   Budget Timeline
   Special Levies:
    Instructional Support
    Management
    PPEL
    Cash Reserve:
     Drop-Out Prevention
    Weighted Student
    Budget Priorities

Presentations were given by Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools and Greg Rodgers, Executive Director of Finance.

A. Presentation

Presentation was given by Janet Reiners, Personnel Specialist.

B. Public Participation

Janine Headen addressed the Board.

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors places on the table the following policies for approval as reviewed with no changes:

Moved by  Gina Malloy         Seconded by Francis Clark

Voting in Favor:  Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark, Rick Killion, Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson and Marvin Arnpriester.

Moved by  Bobbette Behrens   :Seconded by  Rick Killion
Voting in Favor:  Francis Clark, Rick Killion, Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson, Bobbette Behrens and Marvin Arnpriester.

E. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors places on the table the following new policies for approval:

Moved by Gina Malloy     :Seconded by Rick Killion
Voting in Favor:  Rick Killion, Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson, Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark and Marvin Arnpriester.

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors approves the following consent items:

A. Gratefully acknowledges and accepts the gift of $1617.17 from the Knights of Columbus.  (The administration has recommended that the funds be used to defray transportation and other costs associated with students’ participation in Special Olympics.)

B. Grants a diploma of graduation to Ronald Welshiemer (Mrs. Shellberg, Principal of Abraham Lincoln High School, has certified to the Superintendent of Schools that Ronald has completed all requirements for graduation.)

Moved by   Mark Peterson      :Seconded by Francis Clark
(Voice Vote:  In Favor;  Rick Killion, Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson, Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark and Mark Arnpriester)

A. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the personnel action as listed (page 25).

Moved by   Rick Killion      :Seconded by Mark Peterson 
Voting in Favor:  Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson, Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark, Rick Killion and Marvin Arnpriester.

A. Financial Reports      (Pages 26-28)

B. Approval of Claims, Warrant Registers

BE IT RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of Rick Killion, who audited the bills, that the claims as presented on the Warrant Registers be approved.

Moved by  Rick Killion         :Seconded by Francis Clark
Voting in Favor:  Mark Peterson, Bobbette Behrens, Francis Clark, Rick Killion, Gina Malloy and Marvin Arnpreister.

There being no further business, President Marvin Arnpriester declared the meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m.

Greg Rodgers
Secretary

ATTEST:
Marvin Arnpriester, President
Board of Directors

Administrators in attendance were: Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools; Greg Rodgers, Executive Director of Finance; Diane Ostrowski, Supervisor of Community Services; Janet Reiners, Personnel Specialist and Dr. Jo Campbell, Assistant Superintendent of Schools.

Also in attendance were Janine Headen, Duane Wiechelman, Heidi Penke and Brien Boyce with The Daily Nonpareil.