Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503

 

I. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by President Bobbette Behrens at 5:30 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL

Members Present: Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates (5:45 p.m.), Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee
(5:34 p.m.) and Bobbette Behrens.

III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

BE IT RESOLVED that the agenda as submitted be approved.

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

IV. IOWA TESTS OF BASIC SKILLS AND THE IOWA TEST OF EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR 2005

Presentation was given by Dr. Dee Engstrom, Supervisor of Assessment.

V. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, President Bobbette Behrens declared the meeting adjourned at 6:42 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Diane Ostrowski
Secretary Pro Tem

ATTEST:
Bobbette Behrens, President
Board of Education

Administrators in attendance were: Dr. Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools; Dr. Jo Campbell, Assistant Superintendent of Schools; Dr. Dee Engstrom, Supervisor of Assessment; Marty Shudak, Supervisor of Elementary Education and Diane Ostrowski, Supervisor of Community Services.

Also in Attendance was Janine Headen.

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, Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Gina Malloy, Mark McGee and Bobbette Behrens.

III. INVOCATION

The invocation was led by Rev. Marvin Arnpriester.

IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

BE IT RESOLVED that the minutes of the regular meeting of May 24, 2005 and the work session of May 24, 2005 be approved.

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

VI. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

BE IT RESOLVED that the agenda as submitted be approved.

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

VII. WE ARE PROUD OF OUR SCHOOLS

History Day

Patricia Davis, Teacher from Roosevelt Elementary School along with Jordan Nielsen, student from Roosevelt Elementary School presented an Amelia Bloomer portrayal.

VIII. BOARD'S REPORT

Marvin Arnpriester referenced the following:

· Urban Education Network Executive Committee to search for new director.
· Urban Education Network Legislative Committee
· Requested that the Board move the July meeting to July 19th - and the Board agreed.

Melanie Bates thanked all retiring teachers and encouraged graduates to pursue careers in teaching.

Bobbette Behrens attended the military staff welcoming home event.

IX. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

Dr. Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools referenced the retirement of Lenny Faraci, Principal at Bloomer Elementary School and announced the intent to advertise for an Administrative Intern and mentioned this would require some movement among building administrators.

X. 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.

XI. STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES BID PERFORMANCE BOND

A. Presentation

Presentation was made by Mike Bell, Supervisor of Purchasing/Transportation

B. Resolution

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education declines the Performance Bond for Student Transportation Services.

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

Resolution

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education proceed with the Performance Bond for Student Transportation Services.

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

XII. 2005-2006 ADMINISTRATORS' COMPENSATION PACKAGE

A. Presentation

Presentation was given by Janet Reiners, Interim Director of Personnel.

B. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Council Bluffs Community School District approves a 4.7% package (including salary increases and annuity and insurance increases) for administrative personnel and authorizes the Superintendent to distribute the salary component of the package.

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

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Council Bluffs Community School District authorizes the Superintendent to issue two-year contracts to permanent, non-probationary administrators.

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

XIII. SUPERINTENDENT'S CONTRACT

A. Discussion

Discussion was held by the Board.

B. RESOLUTIONS

1. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Council Bluffs Community School District approves an employment contract with Richard H. Christie commencing on July 1, 2005 and continuing through June 30, 2008.

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

2. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Council Bluffs Community School District approves a 4.7% compensation package for school year 2005-2006. The following modifications will be made on the employment contract:

a. A base salary of $141,221
b. Move family health insurance from PPO1 to PPO2 and add the premium differential to the base salary.
c. Change the following contract sections:

1. Section 5(h) to read: "Should the Superintendent request and be granted a release prior to June 30 of current year, the annuity will be prorated."
2. In Section 11, drop the reference to graduate studies and add language that states, "The Superintendent, with the prior approval of the Board President, shall be allowed time to serve as an adjunct professor for no more than one class per semester or summer session."

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

XIV. CONSENT ITEMS

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

A. Approves the attached class lists for the 2005 graduates of Thomas Jefferson High School, Abraham Lincoln High School, and Kanesville High School. These lists supplant the tentative lists approved in May. (Pages 5-13)

B. Grants a diploma of graduation to Amanda Marie Jones and Josephine Franco (Melanie Shellberg, Principal of Abraham Lincoln High School, has certified to the Superintendent of Schools that these students have completed all requirements for graduation.)

C. Approves the renewal of membership with the Iowa Association of School Boards for 2005-2006. Dues for 2005-2006 total $8,212.

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

XV. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, President Bobbette Behrens declared the meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Diane Ostrowski
Secretary Pro Tem

ATTEST:
Bobbette Behrens, President
Board of Education

Administrators in attendance were: Dr. Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools; Dr. Jo Campbell, Assistant Superintendent of Schools; Marty Shudak, Supervisor of Elementary Education; Janet Reiners, Interim Director for Personnel; Terri McClure, Principal at Roosevelt Elementary School; Diane Ostrowski, Supervisor of Community Services and Mike Bell, Supervisor of Purchasing/Transportation.

Also in attendance were Janine Headen, Bettina Wilcox, Cynthia Belt, Joyce Farrington, Patricia Davis, Teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School; Jordan Nielsen, Student from Roosevelt Elementary School; Phil Rooney with The Daily Nonpareil and Tom Shaw with The Omaha World Herald.

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