Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503

 

I. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by President Bobbette Behrens at 7:00 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL

Members Present: Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee and Bobbette Behrens.
Members Absent: Mark Brandenburg

III. INVOCATION

The invocation was led by Pastor Jean Provines from First Christian Church.

IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

BE IT RESOLVED that the minutes of the regular meeting of March 22, 2005 be approved.

Moved by Mark McGee :Seconded by Marvin Arnpriester
(Voice Vote: In Favor: Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester and Bobbette Behrens)

VI. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

BE IT RESOLVED that the agenda as amended be approved.

Moved by Gina Malloy :Seconded by Dave Coziahr
(Voice vote: In Favor: Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates and Bobbette Behrens)

VII. BOARD'S REPORT

A. Appointment of UEN Steering Committee Member

Marvin Arnpriester is appointed to serve on Urban Education Network Steering Committee.

Melanie Bates referenced the Legislative Coffee participation.

Marvin Arnpriester referenced editorials in two papers on Early Childhood and Preschool.

Mark McGee referenced Professional Development at Wilson and Kirn Junior High Schools.

Gina Malloy referenced the following:
· Tour of PACT and Kanesville High School
· Ted Stilwell at Chamber meeting next week.

Bobbette Behrens referenced the following:
· Staff Development at Wilson Junior High School.
· Public Forum on GLBT (Gays, Lesbians, Bisexual and Transgender) students and Board Policy
· Appoint Marvin Arnpriester to Urban Education Network Steering Committee.

VIII. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools referenced retirements and recognized Patty Wells, Secretary for Certified Staff.

IX. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

(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.
Joyce Farrington addressed the Board.

 X. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 2005-2006 BUDGET Powerpoint Presentation

A. Presentation

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

B. Public Participation

(This is an opportunity for members of the public to address the Board regarding the 2005-2006 Budget.)

None.

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the 2005-2006 Budget, and certifies the tax levies contained therein, as attached. (Page 7)

Moved by Dave Coziahr :Seconded by Mark McGee
Voting in Favor: Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates and Bobbette Behrens.

D. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the 2005-2006 Budget Priorities as presented.

Moved by Gina Malloy : Seconded by Marvin Arnpriester
Voting in Favor: Gina Malloy, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr and Bobbette Behrens.

E. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the 2005-2006 Budget Reduction Plan as presented.

Moved by Mark McGee :Seconded by Gina Malloy
Voting in Favor: Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy and Bobbette Behrens

 XI. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT FOR THE HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LIFE SAFETY AND ALARM PROJECT, THE ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL FIRE SPRINKLER PROJECT, AND THE DISTRICT ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT

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 proposed plans, specifications, and form of contract for the Hoover Elementary School Life Safety and Alarm Project, the Abraham Lincoln High School Fire Sprinkler Project, and the District Roof Replacement Project.)

None.

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Bid #05-010, Hoover Elementary School Life Safety and Alarm Project, to Rife Construction Co., Inc. at a total cost of $142,661.00.

Moved by Melanie Bates :Seconded by Gina Malloy
Voting in Favor: Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee and Bobbette Behrens.

 D. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors declines the one bid received for Bid #05-011, Abraham Lincoln High School Fire Sprinkler Project.

Moved by Marvin Arnpriester :Seconded Mark McGee
Voting in Favor: Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester and Bobbette Behrens.

E. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Bid #05-012 for the District Roof Replacement Projects to JR Co., Inc. for $51,438.00 for the Crescent Elementary School Project; to West Central Roofing for $139,000.00 for the Franklin Elementary School Project; to Boone Brothers Roofing for $47,000.00 for the Gunn Elementary School Project; to R.L. Craft Company for $8,746.00 for the Roosevelt Elementary School Project; and to Ak-Sar-Ben Roofing for $32,100.00 for the Walnut Grove Elementary School Project.

Moved by Gina Malloy : Seconded by Dave Coziahr
Voting in Favor: Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates and Bobbette Behrens

XII. STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

A. Presentation

Presentation was given by Mike Bell, Supervisor of Purchasing/Transportation.

B. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Proposal #05-009 for Student Transportation Services to Laidlaw Education Services for the period August 1, 2005 through July 31, 2008 at the following Contract Rates: 

2005-2006 Home-To-School	$47.60/hr.
2005-2006 Associates	$12.95/hr.
2005-2006 Activity Trips (Out-of-Town)	$1.15/mi.
2005-2006 Activity Trips (Local)	$29.00/hr.
2005-2006 Activity Trips (Idle Time)	$14.10/hr. (Local) $15.00/hr. (Out-of- Town)
2005-2006 Additional Bus(es)	No Charge (Use extra bus from Omaha)

2006-2007 Home-To-School	$49.06/hr.
2006-2007 Associates	$13.35/hr.
2006-2007 Activity Trips (Out-of-Town)	$1.18/mi.
2006-2007 Activity Trips (Local)	$29.87/hr.
2006-2007 Activity Trips (Idle Time)	$14.45/hr. (Local) $15.45/hr. (Out-of-Town)
2006-2007 Additional Bus(es)	No Charge (Use Extra Bus from Omaha)

2007-2008 Home-To-School	$50.54/hr.
2007-2008 Associates	$13.75/hr.
2007-2008 Activity Trips (Out-of-Town)	$1.21/mi.
2007-2008 Activity Trips (Local)	$30.77/hr.
2007-2008 Activity Trips (Idle Time)	$14.81/hr (Local) $15.91/hr. (Out-of-Town)
2007-2008 Additional Bus(es)	No Charge (Use Extra Bus from Omaha)

"Including Performance Bond"

 Moved by: Gina Malloy Seconded by Dave Coziahr
Voting in Favor: Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy and Mark McGee
Voting Against: Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates and Bobbette Behrens

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Proposal #05-009 for Student Transportation Services to Laidlaw Education Services for the period August 1, 2005 through July 31, 2008 at the following Contract Rates:

 

2005-2006 Home-To-School	$47.60/hr.
2005-2006 Associates	$12.95/hr.
2005-2006 Activity Trips (Out-of-Town)	$1.15/mi.
2005-2006 Activity Trips (Local)	$29.00/hr.
2005-2006 Activity Trips (Idle Time)	$14.10/hr. (Local) $15.00/hr. (Out-of- Town)
2005-2006 Additional Bus(es)	No Charge (Use extra bus from Omaha)

2006-2007 Home-To-School	$49.06/hr.
2006-2007 Associates	$13.35/hr.
2006-2007 Activity Trips (Out-of-Town)	$1.18/mi.
2006-2007 Activity Trips (Local)	$29.87/hr.
2006-2007 Activity Trips (Idle Time)	$14.45/hr. (Local) $15.45/hr. (Out-of-Town)
2006-2007 Additional Bus(es)	No Charge (Use Extra Bus from Omaha)

2007-2008 Home-To-School	$50.54/hr.
2007-2008 Associates	$13.75/hr.
2007-2008 Activity Trips (Out-of-Town)	$1.21/mi.
2007-2008 Activity Trips (Local)	$30.77/hr.
2007-2008 Activity Trips (Idle Time)	$14.81/hr (Local) $15.91/hr. (Out-of-Town)
2007-2008 Additional Bus(es)	No Charge (Use Extra Bus from Omaha)

"Pending review of performance bond."

Moved by Marvin Arnpriester Seconded by Melanie Bates
Voting in Favor: Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee and Bobbette Behrens.

XIII. POLICIES

A. Public Participation

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

None.

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

 

Policy	Title
423	Classified Staff Hiring Selection Process for Non-Teaching Support Staff
506	Homeless Children and Youth
509	Search and Seizure
516	Exclusion for Communicable Diseases
519	Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting and Investigation
522	Employee and Student Safety
906	Community Use of School Facilities

Moved by Gina Malloy :Seconded by Mark McGee
Voting in Favor: Gina Malloy, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr and Bobbette Behrens.

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

 

Policy	Title
523	Student Bullying and Harassment
525	Student Dress Code

Moved by Marvin Arnpriester :Seconded by Melanie Bates
Voting in Favor: Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy and Bobbette Behrens.

XIV. CONSENT ITEMS

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

A. Approves the Special Education Placements as presented on Page 22.

B. Approves the three Honors Early Start/Dual Credit Secondary Education Programs Contracts (Tucker Center, Thomas Jefferson High School, Abraham Lincoln High School) with Iowa Western College as presented.

C. Approves the eleven Bridges for Learning in Applied Science & Technology Program, Secondary Education Programs Contracts, as presented.

D. Approves the Master Vehicle Lease with Laidlaw Education Services as presented. (This lease covers the period August 25, 2004 thru May 26, 2005.)

Moved by Dave Coziahr :Seconded by Melanie Bates
Voting in Favor: Melanie Bates, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester and Bobbette Behrens.

XV. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, President Bobbette Behrens declared the meeting adjourned at 9:01 p.m.

Immediately after adjournment, the Board will hold an exempt session to conduct a strategy meeting of a public employer concerning employees covered by collective bargaining agreement, as provided in Section 20.17(3) of the Code of Iowa.

The Board returned from exempt session at 9:28 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Greg Rodgers
Secretary

ATTEST:

Bobbette Behrens, President
Board of Directors

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

Also in attendance were: Bettina Wilcox, Cynthia Belt, Janine Headen, Joyce Farrington, Jean Provines, Susan Place, Phil O'Donnell and Paul Kelly with Beringer Ciaccio Dennell Mabrey.

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