Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503

 

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COUNCIL BLUFFS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

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, Marilyn Heider, Rick Killion, Gina Malloy, Mark Peterson and Marvin Arnpriester.

The invocation was led by Rev. Gordon Barnes from Midwest Family Worship Center.

V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

BE IT RESOLVED that the minutes of the regular meeting of April 14, 2003, be approved.

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

Nutrition Services – Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Pilot

Presentation was given by Virginia Bechtold, Supervisor of Nutrition Services.

Francis Clark referenced the following:

· Iowa Racing and Gaming meeting
· Conference at Mid America Center on Violence in Schools
· Attended Professional Development at Tucker Center and Longfellow Elementary School on April 28, 2003.

Gina Malloy referenced the following:

· Attended Professional Development at Bloomer Elementary School.
· Urban Education Network Job Alike group meeting in Johnston, Iowa held April 24, 2003.

Marilyn Heider referenced the Urban Education Network Job Alike group meeting in Johnston, Iowa held April 24, 2003.

Rick Killion referenced the following:

· Two articles in this evenings The Daily Nonpareil
· Accepted $1,000.00 check at Noon Rotary meeting for the 6th grade track meet.

Mark Peterson referenced the article in The Daily Nonpareil on Dr. Steve Hardiman.

Bobbette Behrens thanked the Noon Rotary for their $1,000.00 donation for the 6th grade track meet.

Marvin Arnpriester referenced the following:

· Two articles in this evenings The Daily Nonpareil
· May 27, 2003 was approved as the date for the School Boards 2nd meeting in May
· Class size question concerning Crescent Elementary School

Superintendent, Richard H. Christie referenced the following:

· Rotary donation came from proceeds of Chili feed.
· Explained staffing in the buildings during this time of Budget cuts
· Referenced academic accomplishments of students.

(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 made 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 Roosevelt Elementary School Asbestos Removal Project and the Carter Lake Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson High School Reroofing Projects.)

Janine Headen addressed the Board.

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Bid #03-015, Roosevelt Elementary School Asbestos Abatement Project, to APEX Insulation Company -- $8,434.00.

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

D. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Bid #03-014, Carter Lake Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson High School Reroofing Projects, as follows:

1. For the Carter Lake Elementary School Project, awards the bid to J.R. Roofing inclusive of the voluntary substitution (for the EPDM 2001 System) for a total net cost of $51,845.00.

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

2. For the Thomas Jefferson High School Project awards the bid to Scott Enterprises at a total cost of $51,309.00.  This award covers the base bid for the Field House at $48,724.00 and the alternate for a portion of the PE/Music Building at $2,585.00.

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

Ann Vermillion, Principal at Rue Elementary School introduced the following teachers who presented their Building Improvement Plan:  Bill Anderson, JoAnna Letz, Carole Neary, Chris Steger and Kim Wettengel.

A. Public Participation

(This is an opportunity for members of the public to address the Board regarding the following policies.)

        Janine Headen addressed the Board.

B. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors removes from the table the following policies for approval as revised:

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

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors approves the policies as listed in the preceding paragraph (B).

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

D.  BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors removes from the table the following policies for approval as reviewed with no changes:

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

E. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors approves the policies as listed in the preceding paragraph (D).

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

F. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors approves the following Procedures/Exhibits as presented:

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

A.  Presentation

Presentation was made by Janet Reiners, Personnel Specialist

B.  BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Council Bluffs Community School District ratifies the Agreement with the Council Bluffs Education Association negotiated by the Boards representatives and the representatives of the Council Bluffs Education Association, such agreement for the period beginning July 1, 2003, and extending through June 30, 2004.

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

C.  BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Council Bluffs Community School District ratifies the Agreement with the Service Employees International Union negotiated by the Boards representatives and the representatives of the Service Employees International Union, such agreement for the period beginning July 1, 2003, and extending through June 30, 2004.

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

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

A. Authorizes the administration to proceed with participation in the federally funded/Iowa West Foundation funded Preschool Initiative.

B.  Approves the Proposed 2003-2004 Fee Schedule as presented on Page 45.

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

A. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors approves the personnel action as amended (Pages 47-48).

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

A. Financial Reports    (Pages 49-51)

B. Approval of Claims, Warrant Registers

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

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

BE IT RESOLVED that a Closed Session, as provided in Section 21.5 (1) (i) of the Open Meetings Law, be conducted to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose performance is being considered to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation as that individual has requested a closed session.  The Board went into Closed Session at 9:31 p.m.

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

The Board returned from Closed Session at 11:00 p.m.

There being no further business, President Marvin Arnpriester declared the meeting adjourned at 11:01 p.m.

Greg Rodgers
Board 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; Dr. Jo Campbell, Assistant Superintendent of Schools; and Ann Vermillion, Principal at Rue Elementary School.

Also in attendance were Janine Headen, Joyce Farrington, Bill Anderson, JoAnna Letz, Carole Neary, Chris Steger and Kim Wettengel.