Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503

 

I. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by President Gina Malloy at 5:03 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL

Members Present: Melanie Bates (5:24 p.m.), Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Janine Headen, Mark McGee (5:09 p.m.) and Gina Malloy.

III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

BE IT RESOLVED that the agenda as submitted be approved.

Moved by Janine Headen :Seconded by Mark Brandenburg
(Voice Vote: In Favor: Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Janine Headen and Gina Malloy)

IV. BOARD ORIENTATION:

A. Closed Sessions/Exempt Sessions

Discussion was held regarding Closed Sessions/Exempt Sessions.

B. Area Education Agency, Loess Hills AEA 13

1. AEA Services
2. Age 0-2 Program (AEA) and Coordination with District Program

Presentations were given by the following Area Education Agency 13 staff: Glen Grove, Phil Bruner, Kelli Berke, Val Jensen and Mark Draper.

V. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, President Gina Malloy adjourned the meeting at 6:06 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

GregRodgers
Board Secretary

ATTEST:
Gina Malloy, President
Board of Directors

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

Also in attendance were the following staff from Area Education Agency 13: David Happe, Valerie Jensen, Mark Draper, Phillip Bruner, Kelli Berke and Glenn Grove; also in attendance were Nancy Coziahr, Randy Brown and Ken Petersen.

I. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by President Gina Malloy at 6:30 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL

Members Present: Marvin Arnpriester (6:42 p.m.), Melanie Bates, Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Janine Headen, Mark McGee and Gina Malloy

III. INVOCATION

The invocation was led by Father Glen Wilwerding.

IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

BE IT RESOLVED that the minutes of the regular meeting of January 24, 2006, and the Work Session of January 24, 2006 be approved.

Moved by Janine Headen :Seconded by Melanie Bates
(Voice Vote: In Favor: Mark McGee, Melanie Bates, Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Janine Headen and Gina Malloy)

VI. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

BE IT RESOLVED that there be Discussion concerning Public Participation at all Committee Meetings.

Moved by Janine Headen : Seconded by Melanie Bates
Voting in Favor: Janine Headen, Mark McGee, Melanie Bates, Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr and Gina Malloy.

BE IT RESOLVED that there be discussion on Parliamentary Procedures by Janice Falk.

Moved by Janine Headen : Seconded by: _______________
Motion died due to lack of second.

BE IT RESOLVED that the agenda as amended be approved.

Moved by Mark Brandenburg :Seconded by Mark McGee
(Voice vote: In Favor; Melanie Bates, Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Janine Headen, Mark McGee and Gina Malloy)

VII. WE ARE PROUD OF OUR SCHOOLS

· District Spelling Bee Wilson Junior High 8th Grader Sebastian Baxter -- overall winner

Others grade-level winners include:

4th Grader Allie Moats from Gunn

5th Grader Logan Sanders from Hoover

6th Grader Kaitlin Carlon from Gunn

7th Grader Adam Fisher from Kirn

· Thomas Jefferson senior Tony Halverson -- Youth of the Year by the Boys and Girls Club of Carter Lake.

· Tucker Center students and HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) members, Nicole Drumheller, Trent Harvey, Stephanie Petsche and Chelsea Shook recognized for their leadership activities including participating in a Leadership Academy at the HOSA National Conference and participating in service learning projects in our community that helped to fundraise more than $1,500 for the Alzheimer's Association.

· A total of eight teams and dozens of staff members participating in Lighten Up Iowa!

· Wilson teacher Elizabeth Messina -- $1,000 grant from Wal-Mart for a technology robotics program.

VIII. BOARD'S REPORT

Mark McGee referenced the Urban Education Network meeting and Legislative Meeting both held last week.

Janine Headen referenced the following:

· Legislative Session
· Abraham Lincoln High School Staff Development
· Youth Rally at Abraham Lincoln High School
· Concerns she has heard regarding book shortages
· Cost for Staff Development at Mid America Center
· Public and Board items for discussion should be heard.
· Concerns about trip by Board Members to Washington D.C.
· Legislative bills proposed

Marvin Arnpriester referenced the following:

· Article in the February 9, 2006 Des Moines Register regarding all day Kindergarten and Preschool
· Trip to Washington D.C. was approved in a public meeting and has resulted in additional funding to Council Bluffs schools.

Melanie Bates referenced the elementary school conference of her daughter and commended the staff.

IX. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

Dr. Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools referenced Allowable Growth.

X. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

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

Joyce Farrington addressed the Board.
Ken Petersen addressed the Board.

XI. CAREER ACADEMIES

A. Presentation

Presentation was given by Dr. Jo Campbell, Assistant Superintendent of Schools.

B. BE IT REOLSVED that the administration is authorized to proceed with staffing, facilities, community partnerships, student registration, dual credit, and curriculum work in order to implement CareerVision Academies for the 2006-2007 school year.

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

XII. FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2006-2007 PowerPoint Presentation

Budget Development

Budget Timeline
Operating Fund
Allowable Growth:
State Aid
Property Taxes
Miscellaneous Income
Balancing Expenditures and Revenues

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

XIII. 2006-2007 DISTRICT CALENDAR

A. Presentation

Presentation was given by Jerri Larson, Principal at Walnut Grove Elementary School.

B. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors approves the 2006-2007 District Calendar as presented on Page 5.

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

XIV. 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
603	Curriculum Development, Implementation and Assessment
608	Alternative Means for Classroom Credit
619	School Media Centers
621	Student Guidance and Counseling Programs
626	Early Graduation
627	Student Assessment Program
629	Family Night and Sunday Activities

Moved by Marvin Arnpriester : Seconded by Dave Coziahr
Voting in Favor: Dave Coziahr, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Mark Brandenbur and Gina Malloy.
Voting Against: Janine Headen

There was discussion on Public Participation at Committee Meetings.

XV. EXPULSIONS

BE IT RESOLVED to proceed with resolution fifteen and table the discussion.

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

A. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education expels Student A named in the Superintendent's recommendation for the term specified and establishes conditions for re-entry as identified in the Superintendent's recommendation.

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

B. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education expels Student B named in the Superintendent's recommendation for the term specified and establishes conditions for re-entry as identified in the Superintendent's recommendation.

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

XVI. CONSENT ITEMS

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

A. Approves the following appointment to the Finance Committee as recommended by the Board Officers:

Paulette Cramer

B. Approves the agreement with Project Lead the Way, Inc. as presented and recommended by the Superintendent.

C. Approves the completion and final payment of the Thomas Jefferson High School Tuckpointing and Masonry Restoration Project. 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. (Recommended by the Superintendent.)

D. Approves Change Order #1, Thomas Jefferson High School Renovation Project, Automotive Shop Area, for a total addition cost of $38,169.00. (Recommended by the Superintendent.)

E. Approves the completion and final payment of the Crescent Elementary School Reroof Project. 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. (Recommended by the Superintendent.)

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

XVII. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, President Gina Malloy declared the meeting adjourned at 8:57 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 adjourned from exempt session at 9:23 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Greg Rodgers
Secretary

ATTEST:
Gina Malloy, President
Board of Directors

Administrators in attendance were: Dr. Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools; Greg Rodgers, Executive Director of Finance; Diane Ostrowski, Supervisor of Community Services; Janet Reiners, Executive Director of Human Resources; Dr. Jo Campbell, Assistant Superintendent of Schools and Jerri Larson, Principal at Walnut Grove Elementary School.

Also in attendance were: Joyce Farrington and Ken Petersen

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