Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503

 

I. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by President Gina Malloy at 6:32 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL

Members Present: Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates, Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Janine Headen, Mark McGee and Gina Malloy

III. INVOCATION

The invocation was led by Pastor Don Bates from Lighthouse Temple-Church of the Open Bible.

IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

BE IT RESOLVED that the minutes of the regular meeting of March 14, 2006 be approved.

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

VI. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

BE IT RESOLVED that the agenda as submitted be approved.

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

VII. WE ARE PROUD OF OUR SCHOOLS

· The Abraham Lincoln Destination Imagination team earned third place overall at yesterday's State Finals and earned first place in the "main challenge" segment of the competition. Team members include: Jessica Addison, Caitlin and Tessa Brow (Bro), Alex Brummer, Lyndsie Hunter-Mullin, Allison Prideaux (Pree-doe), and Emily Stanford. Another team of students representing both Kirn and Hoover also participated in the State Finals. Destination Imagination is a program geared toward students' creativity and their ability to problem solve and work together as a team to solve a Team Challenge. I want to recognize parent and volunteer Robert Brow, who is the team manager and coach for both these teams and who has been assisting D.I. teams in our district for ten years.

· Kirn Junior High School seventh grader McKenzie Smith is the latest student to be honored with the "Spotlight on Youth Award," formerly the "Worth a Second Look" award. Many of our students have been recognized as part of this program because they meet the criteria of serving as a positive role model for younger children, consistently attending work or school on time, working hard to overcome a hardship or adversity, being a good student or employee and staying out of trouble.

· In the Heritage National Band Contest this past weekend, the Abraham Lincoln High School band department received Division I ratings for the performances of four bands: Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band "One" and "Two" and the Concert Band. Jazz Band "One" received the first place award in the jazz band division, and the other bands each earned second place honors in their respective divisions. The band is directed by Dr. Terry Hanzlik.

· The local American Red Cross honored Area 13 school psychologist Deb Schwiesow during a recent "Heroes" luncheon. She received the "Lifetime Hero" award for the role she plays as a school psychologist and as a volunteer for the "Iowa Critical Incident Stress Management Team." Deb is among a team of first responders who, on short notice, are dispatched after critical incidents involving children.

VIII. BOARD'S REPORT

Mark Brandenburg referenced that he attended the recent Legislative Breakfast.

Dave Coziahr referenced the following:

· Facilities Committee meeting held on March 23, 2006
· National Public Radio on March 27th regarding Drop Out issues.

Janine Headen referenced the following:

· Legislative Breakfast
· All City Elementary Vocal Choir
· Facilities Committee meeting held on March 23, 2006
· Parents and students expressing concerns
· Concerned about Reading proficiency
· Experimental Reading should be eliminated
· Hears complaints on students not having textbooks
· Complaints about Administrative staff
· Parental concerns regarding Monday late starts and early dismissals
· Parents requests for Summer School classes for elementary students
· Audit report update
· Administrators Health Insurance payouts eliminated
· Comments about Poverty - why are we labeling students
· Addressed question from Board Member Arnpriester on the number of people talking to her
· District has Committee members that don't live in school district
· Asked Superintendent about Executive Cabinet meetings and Superintendent Advisory Council

Marvin Arnpriester referenced the following:

· Asked Mrs. Headen if there is anything good about our District.
· Student and parent climate survey
· Program Improvement Progress report
· Non-residents on committees are in our community
· Concerns about reading are being addressed with a comprehensive Preschool program

Melanie Bates referenced the following:

· Thanked Robert Brow for his volunteering with in our schools and with our students
· Poverty statement was not meant to diminish anybody

Gina Malloy referenced the following:

· Superintendent's evaluations are in and will proceed with the process
· Acknowledged Superintendent Christie for being selected as University of Nebraska at Omaha college of Education recipient of the Hollie Bethel Distinguished Alumnus award
· Independent Audit report will be reviewed when completed

IX. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

Dr. Richard H. Christie, Superintendent of Schools referenced the following:

· Superintendent's Advisory Council - represented by teachers from each building
· District Committees - many work in District even though they don't live in District
· Subgroups is a requirement of State and Federal Law, which may include poverty, racial groups, gender, etc…
· K-3 Literacy Strategists
· Components of our reading program

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.
Bert Latimer addressed the Board.

XI. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT FOR THE WALNUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND CARTER LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WINDOW REPLACEMENT PROJECTS

A. Presentation

Presentation was given by Greg Rodgers, Executive Director of Business Services.

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 Walnut Grove Elementary School and Carter Lake Elementary School Window Replacement Projects.)

None

C. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Bid #06-003 for the Walnut Grove Elementary School Window Replacement Project to Lueder Construction Company in the amount of $149,700.00 as recommended by the Superintendent.

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

D. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors awards Bid #06-004 for the Carter Lake Elementary School Window Replacement Project to Prairie Construction Company in the amount of $89,600.00 as recommended by the Superintendent.

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

XII. FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2006-2007

A. Budget Development

· Budget Priorities
· Superintendent's Recommendation for 2006-2007 Budget
· Set Budget Hearing

Resolution to Set Budget Hearing

Be it remembered that on this, the 28th day of March 2006, the Board of Directors of the Council Bluffs Community School District, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, met in session for the purpose of filing the estimate for the local budget of said school district. There was present a quorum as required by law. Thereafter and on said day there was filed the foregoing estimate.

Thereafter said estimate was duly considered by the Board. The Board being fully advised finds that a date of hearing on said estimate should be fixed and it does fix the 11th day of April, 2006, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. on said day as the date of hearing, said hearing to be had in the Board Room, 12 Scott Street, in Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, Iowa.

The Secretary was directed to publish the estimate and the notice of hearing as required by law, in The Daily Nonpareil, a newspaper published at Council Bluffs of said county. Publication to be for one insertion at least ten days prior to the date set for hearing.

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

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

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 removes from the table the following policies for approval as revised:

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

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

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

D. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors removes from the table the following new policy for approval:

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

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

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

F. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors approves the following Regulations as presented:

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

XIV. EXPULSION

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors expels the student 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 Melanie Bates
Voting in Favor: Mark Brandenburg, Dave Coziahr, Mark McGee, Marvin Arnpriester, Melanie Bates and Gina Malloy
Abstain: Janine Headen

XV. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FOR ALL DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETINGS

(Requested by Mrs. Headen)

Motion: Public will be allowed to ask questions 5 minutes before committee meeting adjourns. This will appear on each committee meeting public notice.

Moved by Janine Headen: Seconded by___________________

Motion fails due to lack of second

XVI. PERSONNEL

A. Issuance of Contracts to Teachers, Counselors, Nurses and Coaches

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors authorizes the Administration to issue teaching, counseling, nursing, and coaching contracts for 2006-2007.

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

B. BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the personnel action as listed (page 28).

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

XVII. CLAIMS & ACCOUNTS

A. Financial Reports (Pages 29 and 30)

B. Approval of Claims, Warrant Registers

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

Moved by Dave Coziahr :Seconded by Mark McGee

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

XVIII. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, President Gina Malloy 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 adjourned from exempt session at 9:26 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 Business Services; Dr. Jo Campbell, Assistant Superintendent of Schools; Diane Ostrowski, Supervisor of Community Services; Janet Reiners, Executive Director of Human Resources; and Ron Diimig, Supervisor of Student Services.

Also in attendance were: Karen Coates, Joyce Farrington, Sandi Burk, Bert Latimer and Brien Boyce with The Daily Nonpareil.

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