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, Marilyn Heider (8:03 p.m.), Rick Killion, Mark Peterson and Marvin Arnpriester.
Members Absent:  Gina Malloy

The invocation was led by Pastor Ed Stacy from R & R Ministries.

V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

BE IT RESOLVED that the minutes of the regular meeting of June 23, 2003, be approved.

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

BE IT RESOLVED that the agenda as submitted be approved.

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

Marilyn Heider referenced the production of Beauty and the Beast which includes staff and students from Council Bluffs Community School District.

Bobbette Behrens referenced the following:
· Board Flyers received during the last two months.
· Article in American School Boards Journal entitled “Problem with Academics and High School Sports.”

Mark Peterson referenced the following:
· Update on building projects
· Thanked community for passage of 1¢ Option Sales Tax

Rick Killion referenced summer sports and commended the athletes and parents for their support.

Francis Clark referenced the following:
· Orientation for Candidates for School Board.
· Board Policies on the Council Bluffs Community Schools web site.
· National Business Conference Performance Measurements via business and how it relates to the School District.
· Graduation rates, test scores and free and reduced rates in Urban Education Network schools.
· Newspaper article on spending per child and revenue per child and how that compares across the nation.

Marvin Arnpriester referenced the following:
· Des Moines Register projection of sales tax statewide.
· Pottawattamie County Empowerment Board Meeting on Child care.
· Met with United States Department of Education representative concerning No Child Left Behind Legislation.
· Building Improvement Plan Summaries
· American School Board Journal – Superintendent performance and Board working as a team.

Superintendent, Richard H. Christie referenced the following:
· July 8th Flyer – Progress on Master Facilities Plan Projects.
· Check from Omaha Symphony Guild to cover costs of transportation for elementary students to attend Symphony.

Joyce Farrington addressed the Board.

A. Presentation

Presentation 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 proposed loan agreement and promissory note between the District and SunTrust Leasing Corporation.)

None.

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors approves the loan agreement with SunTrust Leasing Corporation as presented.

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

A.  Presentation

Presentation was made by Superintendent Richard H. Christie

B.  Discussion

Discussion was held by the Board.  Priorities are the following:
1. Preschool Planning and Funding.
2. No Child Left Behind Corrections State and National Level.
3. Set Allowable Growth to encourage school improvement.

C.  BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors authorizes the Superintendent to submit the suggested Legislative Action Priorities as determined by the Board this evening to the Iowa Association of School Boards.

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

Proposed goals for 2003-2004 are as follows:

1. Goal Area #1:  Student Achievement (60%)
a. Improve Student Performance in Reading, Math, and Science to meet NCLB requirements, with a focus on K-4 reading.
b. Implement the Harkin and Iowa West Grants that will create a high quality all-day, every-day preschool that will serve all qualified four-year olds and qualified three year-olds as resources provide.
c. Continue to implement the late-arrival/early dismissal professional development plan.
 
2. Goal Are #2:  District Finances (30%)
a. Proactively plan for at least two years of restricted revenue, while remaining focused on achieving stated budget priorities.

3. Goal Area #3:  Community Outreach (10%)
a. Implement and expand communication plan that includes the Nonpareil Superintendent’s Column and scheduled Board community conversations.  This plan needs to focus on budget planning and policy issues; i.e., activities, eligibility, facility use, etc.

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

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

A. Grants a diploma of graduation to Holly Beth Hoffmeier (Melanie Shellberg, Principal of Abraham Lincoln High School, has certified to the Superintendent of Schools that this student has completed all requirements for graduation.)

B. Acknowledges that Change Order CO-CC-02, Edison Elementary School Plumbing and Fire/Life Safety Project, in the amount of $29,563.96 complies with the “Emergency” provisions of Board Procedure FE-R and affirms the Superintendent’s approval.

C. Acknowledges that Change Order CO-CC-02, Roosevelt Elementary School Plumbing and Fire/Life Safety Project, in the amount of $11,472.00 complies with the “Emergency” provisions of Board Procedure FE-R and affirms the Superintendent’s approval.

D. Awards Bid #03-029, Refuse Pickup and Disposal, to Papillion Sanitation at $34,009.47 for School Year 2003-04, $34,689.33 for School Year 2004-05, and $35,383.32 for School Year 2005-06.

E. Approves the completion and final payment of the Abraham Lincoln High School Electrical Distribution Project for $9,934.87.  As per Chapter 573 of the Code of Iowa, the final retainage will be paid at the end of thirty days if there are no claims on file.

F. Approves the completion and final payment for the Bloomer Elementary School Asbestos Removal for $3,870.00.  As per Chapter 573 of the Code of Iowa, the final retainage will be paid at the end of thirty days if there are no claims on file.

G. Approves the completion and final payment for the Thomas Jefferson High School Asbestos Removal for $13,649.00.  As per Chapter 573 of the Code of Iowa, the final retainage will be paid at the end of thirty days if there are no claims on file.

H. Approves the completion and final payment for the Roof Projects 2002 – Maintenance and Repair Projects for $6,555.23. As per Chapter 573 of the Code of Iowa, the final retainage will be paid at the end of thirty days if there are no claims on file.

I Approves the 28E Agreement with Family Services as presented.

K. Approves the Junior High Educational Specifications Booklet as presented.

L. Approves the Administrator Professional Growth System as presented.

M. Approves the Vehicle Maintenance Agreement with the city of Council Bluffs for $56,799.15.

N. Approves the job description for the position of Nutrition Education Coordinator.

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

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the personnel action as listed (Pages 6-7).

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

A. Approval of Claims, Warrant Registers

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

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

There being no further business, President Marvin Arnpriester declared the meeting adjourned at 9:14 p.m.

Greg Rodgers
Secretary

 ATTEST:
 Marvin Arnpriester, President
 Board of Education

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

Also in attendance were Patti Ford, Pam Collins, Paul Seelau, Karen Holmes and Joyce Farrington