2008 - 2009 Board Meeting Minutes

April 13, 2009 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
7:00 P.M. Monday, April 13, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 5:34 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Work Session
A work session was held at 5:34 p.m. CSI went over the schedule for finishing the new high school.
 
Public Hearing
At 6:45 p.m. a public hearing was held to approve the budget for the 2009-10 fiscal year.  There were no stated objections, written or oral, to the proposed budget.
 
Approve Agenda
On a motion made by Bill Agan and seconded by Frank Overhue the agenda was unanimously approved.
 
The board approved the minutes of March 16, 2009 and the bills and financial statements. They also approved Leon Portrey’s resignation letter from his head girls’ basketball coaching position, the hiring of Heidi Stanley to fill the Middle School Principal position and the hiring of Kyle Eckheart to fill the IT Director position. Open Enrollments for two incoming students and five outgoing students were approved.
 
Public Forum
There were no visitors that addressed the Board.
 
Good News Reports
Russell Crouch talked about the speech program. Four students qualified for All-State Speech in five events. Students qualifying for All-State were: Zach Martin, Spontaneous; Carmen Finken, Prose and Literary Program; Annika Baake, Public Address and Eric Woodrow, Improvisation. Zach gave a spontaneous speech at the meeting.
 
What’s Happening?
Kerry Newman presented the Iowa Core Curriculum Implementation Plan Worksheet to the Board and showed a video on project based learning.
 
Business Items
Linda Young made a motion to approve the certification of Fiscal Year 2010 budget.  Bill Agan seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
Dave Greenwood went over the bids received and the list of recommended technology and other equipment purchase for the new high school. Frank Overhue made a motion to accept the bid list but take the mat hoist out of the bid. Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved. Following discussion, Bill Agan made a motion to amend the original motion to accept the bid list as presented but delay action on the wrestling mat hoist at this time. Frank Overhue seconded the motion. In favor were Agan, Overhue and Young. Opposed Warren and Romens.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to approve the Resolution Appointing Paying Agent, Bond Registrar, and Transfer Agent, Approving the Paying Agent, Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreements and Authorizing the Execution of Same.   Linda Young seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
David Warren moved the Form of Tax Exemption Certificate be placed on file and approved. Frank Overhue seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
Linda Young moved the Continuing Disclosure Certificate be placed on file and approved. Bill Agan seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
Bill Agan moved the Adoption of the Resolution Amending the Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2009 in the amount of $1,425,000, and Levying a Tax for the payment thereof. Linda Young seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to Approve the ISCAP Supplemental Resolution Authorizing and Providing for the Issuance, and Authorizing and Directing the Final Terms and Conditions of Sale and Delivery of Warrants Evidenced by Warrant Certificates for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2010, and Amending the Master Resolution.  Linda Young seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
On a motion made by Dave Warren and seconded by Frank Overhue the Board unanimously approved the recommended 2009-2010 school calendar.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to approve the second reading of board policies 404.9 (Licensed Employee Suspension), 803.1 (Purchasing Procedures) and 902.4 (Disposition of Obsolete Equipment). Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the first reading of Board Policy 500.3-School Attendance Areas. Dave Warren seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Dave Warren and seconded by Frank Overhue the Board unanimously approved applying for any or all of the various grants listed in the board packet.
 
Linda Young made a motion to allow the Superintendent to notify certified staff of any reductions in force that may be necessary for the 2009-2101 school year. Frank Overhue seconded the motion. No action was taken. Dave Warren made a motion to withdraw the original motion. Bill Agan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Reports
Facility utilization, student fees and building usage fees for the 2009-10 school year were discussed.
 
Information Items
Information was presented in the board packet on Iowa School Board Recognition Week and the IASB 64th
Annual Convention and call for proposals. Support Appreciation Day will be April 22, 2009. Teacher Appreciation Day will be held the first week of May. There is a district IASB meeting at Corning on June 25, 2009.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Bill Agan to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:40 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
 
                                                                                                                                    
Theresa Romens, Board President                                     Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary
 
The board held a negotiations strategy session

April 27, 2009 Special Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
4:30 P.M. Monday, April 27, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the special meeting to order at 5:22 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Approve Agenda
A motion was made by Linda Young and seconded by Frank Overhue to approve the agenda. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
Receive Written Recommendation from Superintendent regarding Personnel Matter
The written recommendation regarding the personnel matter was handed out by Superintendent Sibley.
 
Hearing Procedures
Jeff Krausman, attorney for the Board of Education, went over the personnel hearing procedures.
 
Closed Session for Personnel
Bill Agan made a motion to move into closed session per Section 21.5(l)(i) of the Code of Iowa to evaluate the professional competency of an individual and the individual has requested a closed session. The motion was amended for the Board to move into closed session to conduct a private hearing under Chapter 279, Code of Iowa. Frank Overhue seconded the amended motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion. The board moved into closed session at 5:52 p.m. At 10:05 a recess was called until Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
 
                                                                                                                                     
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

April 28, 2009 Special Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Directors Central Office Boardroom
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 28, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the special meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young. Frank Overhue absent.
 
Business Item
On a motion made by David Warren and seconded by Linda Young the Board approved the resignation of Jennifer Heinicke, MS Teacher and Heidi Hoffman, Special Education Director effective at the end of the 2008-09 school year.
 
Closed Session for Personnel
Linda Young made a motion for the Board to move into closed session to conduct a private hearing under Chapter 279, Code of Iowa. David Warren seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion. The board moved into closed session at 5:03 p.m. At 10:00 a recess was called until Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
 
                                                                                                                                    
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

August 11, 2008 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Regular Board Meeting
August 11, 2008
 
President Linda Young called the meeting to order in the Central Office Boardroom at 7:15 p.m. following the construction meeting.  The following members were present: Nancy Krogstad, Frank Overhue, Bill Agan, Theresa Romens.  Absent:  None.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Romens to approve the agenda and consent agenda including the minutes of July 14 and July 31, 2008, the bills and financial statements. Also approve the letter of resignation from High School Science Teacher Roger Lahm effective the end of the 2007-2008 school year, as well as the three open enrollment applications into the Glenwood District.   Ayes- Krogstad, Overhue, Romens, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Public Forum:  Mark Wanning asked about the financial situation of the district.
 
Good News Reports were given.
 
Business Items:
Resolution was read directing staff to prepare a process and timeline for Board consideration leading to implementation of an Instructional Support Levy to support student learning.  The process/timeline should include, at a minimum, the purpose, amount, number of years, method of funding, communication plan, and method of authorizing (Board approval or election).  Motion by Agan and second by Krogstad to adopt the Resolution as presented.  Ayes- Krogstad, Overhue, Romens, Agan, Young. Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Romens to approve the date and time of September 15, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. for the September Board meeting.  Ayes- Krogstad, Overhue, Romens, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Krogstad and second by Agan to approve allowable growth and supplemental aid for our negative special education balance for the 2007-2008 school year.  Ayes- Krogstad, Overhue, Romens, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Administrative reports were given. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

December 8, 2008 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors Northeast Elementary Multi-Purpose Room
6:00 P.M. Monday, December 8, 2008
 
 
Public Hearing
A public hearing was held on the Resolution of Election and Ballot for Instructional Support Levy.
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present:  President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Agenda
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Bill Agan the agenda was unanimously approved.
 
Approved under the consent agenda the board approved the minutes of November 10, 2008, the bills and financial statements. Also approved was the hiring of Mary Hanson to fill the Middle School secretarial position.
 
Public Forum
There were no visitors that addressed the Board.
 
Good News Reports
Members of All-State Choir and Band were recognized for their hard work. Kay Fast introduced the students and told of their achievements. Students honored for All-State Choir were Sarah Karjala, Emily Fajardo, Carmen Finken and Jake Collins. All-State Band students recognized were Luke Pena and Annika Baake who is a two year member. Sophie Ringsdorf was chosen as KPTM Student Athlete of the Week. Three 6th graders placed in the Top 10 in a national coloring contest and their artwork will be featured in the 2008-09 Crayola Art Exhibition Book. The students are Sara Schoening 4th place; Caleb Whitehouse 6th place and Quentin Gray 7th place.
 
What’s Happening
Joan Crowl and Kerry Newman along with three committee members presented information on the Iowa Core Curriculum state mandate and how it will affect the school district.
 
Business Items
Following discussion, Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the Resolution of Election for the Instructional Support Levy. Bill Agan seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the tuition schedule for Kids’ Place as presented.  Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Linda Young made a motion to approve the list of mid-term graduates, contingent upon the completion of all requirements. David Warren seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Bill Agan and seconded by Frank Overhue the board unanimously approved the application for At-Risk/Modified Allowable Growth.
 
On a motion made by David Warren and seconded by Linda Young the board unanimously approved the request for allowable growth for the district’s negative special education balance.
 
Linda Young made a motion to approve the Lau Plan. David Warren seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the ISCAP Series B Supplemental Resolution authorizing and providing for the issuance, and authorizing and directing the final terms and conditions of sale and delivery of warrants evidenced by warrant certificates for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009, and amending the master resolution. Bill Agan seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
Administration Reports
Superintendent Sibley gave an update on the state legislature. Board members reported on the IASB State Convention.  Signing checks using a signature disk was discussed.
 
Correspondence/Announcements/Information
Board members will meet with the high school student council at 2:30 p.m. on January 23, 2008. IASB Executive Director Ron Rice announced his retirement effective June 30, 2009. There was an hourly increase for the school’s legal services.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Bill Agan and seconded by Linda Young to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:21 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
                                                                                                                                     
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

February 26, 2009 Special Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
6:30 P.M. Thursday, February 26, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the special meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Personnel
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the letter of resignation and request for the retirement incentive from John Bueltel, Middle School Art, as well as from Patric Reed, Alternative Ed Instructor, both effective the end of the 2008-09 school year, unless retracted prior to April 30, 2009. Also approve the letter of resignation from Kim Brehm, High School Head Volleyball Coach, effective the end of the 2008-09 school year, as well as the hiring of Alex Williams to fill a High School Science position beginning with the 2009-10 school year. Bill Agan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Board Self-Appraisal
The board evaluated themselves on vision, structure, accountability and communication.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Linda Young and seconded by David Warren to adjourn the special session at 9:00 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
                                                                                                                                    
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

February 9, 2009 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors Central Office Boardroom
7:00 P.M. Monday, February 9, 2009
 
Work Session
A work session was held at 6:00 p.m. Dave Greenwood talked about the technology that will be bid for the new high school and Omaha Construction Services showed pictures of the new building and went over the construction schedule.
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Approve Agenda
On a motion made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Bill Agan the agenda was unanimously approved as amended.
 
The board approved the minutes of January 9 and January 12, 2009, the bills and financial statements as well as the resignation of Ted Brandt, effective the end of the 2008-09 school year.
 
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Frank Overhue, three open enrollments out for the 2009-10 school year were unanimously approved.
 
Public Forum
Mills County Historical Society representative Wayne Phipps invited the Board to the Glenwood Culture History Night at the Mills County Museum on Monday, March 23th at 7:00 p.m. to learn more about a new program they have available for use in the schools.
 
Good News Reports
Matt Dyer was named Southwest Iowa Class 3AWrestling Coach of the Year for the second year in a row. Students from Northeast and West will have art exhibited at the Youth Art Expo. West held a successful 6th grade lock-in and Fiesta last weekend. Over 100 people attended Title I Family Night at Northeast Elementary. The Board met with the high school Student Council and Principal’s Table last month.
 
Business Items
Bill Agan made a motion to approve a request for a recount or other appropriate action depending on the outcome of the February 10, 2009 canvass of votes from the February 3, 2009 election on participation in the Instructional Support Levy. Frank Overhue seconded the motion. In favor of the motion were Overhue, Agan, Young and Romens. Opposed Warren.
 
Following discussion, Linda Young made a motion to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of Glenwood Community School District will levy property tax for the fiscal year 2009-2010 for the regular program budget adjustment as allowed under section 257.14, Code of Iowa. Bill Agan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Frank Overhue and seconded by David Warren the Board unanimously approved the Resolution Directing the Advertisement for Sale, Approving Electronic Bidding Procedures and Approving Official Statement for $1,425,000 General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2009.
 
David Warren made a motion to approve staff to dispose of identified surplus property stored in Building 102 Fourth Floor South and in the storage facility behind West Elementary pursuant to Board Policy 902.4 and according to administrative discretion.  Bill Agan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Linda Young the Board unanimously approved for the 2008-09 school year only, waiving the Certificated Retirement Deadline date of February 15 by allowing requests received by February 15 to be retracted by the employee without penalty if done so by April 30, 2009. Also approved deleting the word continuous with respect to the required 15 years of service.
 
Nancy Janssen of the Nolte, Cornman and Johnson audit firm presented the 2007-08 audit report to the Board. Following discussion, Bill Agan made a motion to approve the 2007-08 audit. David Warren seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
No action was taken on the renewal of contract with Ray & Associates.
 
On a motion made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Linda Young the Board unanimously approved the proposal for the card access control system from Alarm Pros in the amount of $27,375.
 
David Warren made a motion to hire DLR to design and do a cost proposal for the brackets for the wrestling mat hoist in the new high school gym. Linda Young seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
Reports
Dave Greenwood went over his projections for custodial and maintenance services at the new high school. Supt. Stan Sibley presented five year financial projections to the Board. Staff is working on the 2009-10 school calendar. A proposed calendar will be presented at the March 16th board meeting. The stimulus package working its way through Congress includes increased funding for Title I and Special Education.
 
Information Items
There is a public hearing on February 10, 2008 at the Senior Center from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on the Highway 34 bridge. A public hearing will be held on February 24, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at the AEA 13 Glenwood Regional Office on the upcoming merger of Loess Hills AEA 13 and Green Valley AEA 14. IASB will hold a regional workshop on Maximizing Your Board/Superintendent Team on February 17th in Red Oak.
 
Closed Session for Personnel
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Bill Agan, the Board unanimously agreed to move into closed session per Section 21.5(l)(i) of the Code of Iowa to evaluate the professional competency of an individual and the individual has requested a closed session. The Board moved into closed session at 9:44 p.m. The board moved out of closed session at 11:10 p.m.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Linda Young to adjourn the regular meeting at 11:11 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
                                                                                                                                    
Theresa Romens, Board President                                     Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

January 12, 2009 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
7:00 P.M. Monday, January 12, 2009
 
Work Session
A work session was held at 6:00 p.m.  Ted Mintle and Dave Greenwood went over the new high school financial quarterly report and gave an update on the building project.
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present:  President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren and Linda Young. Bill Agan arrived at 8:00 p.m.
 
Approve Agenda
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Frank Overhue the agenda was unanimously approved.
 
The board approved the minutes of December 8, 2008, the bills and financial statements. They also approved the hiring of Lisa Scott to fill the K-3 Instructional Strategist II position at the Northeast Elementary, effective January 5, 2009, as well as the hiring of Devon Monson, to fill an anticipated vacancy in an elementary Level II classroom, effective the 2009-2010 school year. Also approved were the resignations and requests for the retirement incentive of Donna (Dee) Fenske and Linda LaRue, effective the end of the 2008-09 school year.
 
Public Forum
There were no visitors that addressed the Board.
 
Good News Reports
Board members Theresa Romens and Linda Young received the Better Boardsmanship Award from IASB. Kerry Newman announced 33 high school students participated in the ACT Test Prep course the district offers. When these students took the ACT in October and December the average score of the participating students was 24 which ranks above the national and state average. Six of the students scored 29 or above.
 
What’s Happening
The auditor could not attend the meeting to present the audit report due to weather.
 
Business Items
Frank Overhue  made  a  motion  to  approve  two  additional  mid-term  graduates,  contingent  upon  the completion of all requirements.  Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Following discussion, Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the purchase of a 2008 65 passenger International bus from Hoglund Bus Company in the amount of $72,494 to replace the one destroyed in the accident on December 17, 2008. David Warren seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Linda Young made a motion to approve the March regular board meeting be held on Monday, March 16, 2009 instead of Monday, March 9, 2009. This will allow the district’s financial consultant to present the results of the sale of the last bonds for the new high school construction project to the board. Frank Overhue seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by David Warren and seconded by Frank Overhue the board unanimously approved staff to apply for Mills County Endowment grant in the amount of $2,000 for Kid’s Place; the Mills County Endowment Grant in an approximate amount of $3,000 for middle school science; Toyota Tapestry Grant in an amount under $5,000; Qwest Technology Grant for Northeast Elementary and Qwest Technology Grant for the High School.
 
Linda Young made a motion to approve the publication of the Notice of Sale of Bonds for the new high school in the amount of $1,425,000. Frank Overhue seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Reports
The board discussed the district’s need for the instructional support levy and the efforts taken to inform the public and staff about the issue. Also discussed were the Superintendent’s evaluation process and the Board Self Appraisal process.
 
Information Items
The board will meet with the high school student council members and the Principal’s table on January 23, 2009 at 2:30 p.m.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Linda Young to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:02 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
                                                                                                                                    
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary
 
Negotiations strategy session
The board held a negotiations strategy session.

January 9, 2009 Special Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Directors Central Office Boardroom
4:00 P.M. Friday, January 09, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
Vice-President Young called the special meeting to order at 4:02 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: Vice-President Young, Frank Overhue, Bill Agan and Linda Young. Theresa Romens and David Warren were absent.
 
Closed Session for Personnel
On a motion made by Bill Agan and seconded by Frank Overhue, the Board unanimously agreed to move into closed session per Section 21.5(l)(i) of the Code of Iowa to evaluate the professional competency of an individual and the individual has requested a closed session. The Board moved into closed session at 4:03 p.m. The board moved out of closed session at 5:30 p.m.
 
Following the closed session, Bill Agan made a motion to make no decision at this time. The board will review the information they have and look at exhibits and render a decision in writing to the parents after the next board meeting. Frank Overhue seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Bill Agan and seconded by Frank Overhue to adjourn the special session at 5:55 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
                                                                                                                               
Linda Young, Board Vice-President                          Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

July 14, 2008 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Regular Board Meeting
July 14, 2008
 
President Linda Young called the meeting to order in the Central Office Boardroom at 5:00 p.m. with the following members present: Nancy Krogstad, Frank Overhue, Bill Agan. Absent: Theresa Romens.
 
Motion by Krogstad and second by Overhue to approve the agenda and consent agenda including the minutes of  June 16, 2008, the bills and financial statements.  Also approve the letter of resignation from Northeast 2nd Grade Teacher Lynda Thomas, effective the end of the 2007-2008 school year, as well as the open enrollment application into the Glenwood District.  Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion
carried.
 
Public Forum:  None Good News Reports:
Dave Greenwood gave an update on the storm damage at the Northeast Elementary and the Industrial Building at the High School.
 
What’s Happening In the Classroom:
Registration for classes will be July 31st and August 1st.
 
Business Items:
Motion by Agan and second by Krogstad to approve the reappointment of Judy Picker as the Board Secretary/ Treasurer for the 2008-2009 school year until her retirement on December 31, 2008, at which time Shirley Lundgren will replace Judy in the Board Secretary/ Treasurer position.  Ayes-Krogstad, Agan, Young.  Nays-Overhue.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Agan to approve a depository limit of $5.2 million at the Glenwood State Bank, First National Bank and Tier One Bank for the 2008-2009 school year.  Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Krogstad to approve the appointment of Bill Agan as the IASB Legislative Action Network Member. Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young. Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Krogstad and second by Agan to approve the list of Level 1 Investigators as presented (on file in minute book).  Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None. Motion carried.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Krogstad to approve a two year agreement (total package increase of 4.56%) for all staff covered under the UE Contract, with the first year (2008- 2009) including a .35 cent per hour increase across the board for all staff, as well as one paid Holiday (Christmas Day) for building associates and kitchen staff. The paid Holiday excludes associates at Kid’s Place.  The second year (2009-2010) to include a .35 cent per hour wage increase across the board depending on insurance cost, as well as one additional paid holiday (New Year’s Day) for all building associates and kitchen staff. This paid Holiday also excludes staff at Kid’s Place. Ayes-Krogstad, Agan, Young.
Nays-Overhue.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Krogstad to approve the Board Resolution approving the terms of the Memorandum of Agreement and approve the District joining the State of Iowa sponsored 403(b) plan. Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.
Motion carried.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Overhue to approve a change in the Board Directed Annuity Company from Equitable to Security Benefit starting in September 2008. . Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Krogstad and second by Overhue to approve the proposed changes to the Northeast Elementary Handbook as presented.  Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young. Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Agan to approve the new job description for the position of Assistant Director of  Food  Service as well as the revisions presented for selected employee benefit sheets. Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None. Motion carried.
 
A date and time for the Annual Board/Administrative Goal Workshop will be set at the August meeting.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Krogstad to approve the Administrator Mentoring and Induction Program Agreement with School Administrators of Iowa (SAI). Ayes- Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Krogstad to approve the Beginning Teacher Mentoring and Induction Program Plan for 2008-2009.  Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young. Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Krogstad to approve the application renewal to participate in the National School Breakfast/Lunch Program and to use the “offer versus serve” plan.  Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Krogstad and second by Overhue to approve staff to apply for a Mills County Endowment Grant in the amount of $2,000 for Kid’s Place.  Ayes-Krogstad, Overhue, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Administrative Reports were given including the Annual Report of All Funds, Instructional Support Levy issues and timelines and discussion on the Legislative Priorities for 2009.
 
Superintendent Sibley and President Linda Young will be attending the Fiscal Management Conference on Wednesday in Ames.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Krogstad to move into closed session as approved in Section 21.5(1)(i) of the Open Meetings Law to discuss the Superintendent’s Evaluation.
 
Into closed session at 8:30 p.m. Out of closed session at 9:10 p.m.
 
The Board accepted the Superintendent’s proposal to retain all current contract provisions, including salary and benefits at his 2007-2008 level in light of the financial condition of the district.
 
Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

June 8, 2009 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
7:00 P.M. Monday, June 8, 2009
 
Work Session
A work session was held at 5:00 p.m. The board toured the new high school facility.
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, Bill Agan and Linda Young. David Warren was absent.
 
Approve Agenda
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Bill Agan the agenda was unanimously approved.
 
The board approved the minutes of May 11, 2009, the bills and financial statements. A resignation was accepted from Tricia Spangenberg, Elementary Teacher, effective at the end of the 2008-09 school year. The board approve the hiring of Joe Giangreco, Director of Instruction and Student Services; Kelsey Henze, Secondary Language Arts Teacher, Jennifer Young, Elementary Teacher and Kara Huisman, Elementary Teacher and Head Volleyball Coach.  One outgoing open enrollment was approved.
 
Public Forum
There were no visitors that addressed the Board.
 
Good News Reports
Kerry Newman, High School Principal, gave an update on spring and summer sports.
 
What’s Happening In The Classroom?
There were no reports.
 
Business Items
On a motion made by Bill Agan and seconded by Frank Overhue, the board unanimously approved a five cent increase in the daily cost of a student lunch (to $2.00) and a 30 cent increase in the daily cost of an adult lunch (to $2.80) for the 2009-10 school year. There was no increase in breakfast costs.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to increase textbook fees for the 2009-10 school year and to increase the cost of a student activity ticket. Linda Young seconded the motion. Theresa Romens voted aye; Frank Overhue and Bill Agan voted nay; and Linda Young abstained. Motion failed.
 
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Bill Agan the board unanimously approved a $6 per month increase in preschool tuition fees for the 2009-10 school year.
 
Linda Young made a motion to approve staff to pay year end expenditures on June 30, 2009 contingent upon funds available. Frank Overhue seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to approve the IASB dues in the amount of $6,230 for the 2009-10 school year. Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve payment of Larry Sigel’s Iowa School Finance Information Service. Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the first reading of board policy 902.8-Smoke/Tobacco Free Environment. Bill Agan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Linda Young made a motion to approve the 28E agreement with Iowa Western Community College for the Honor Early Start and College Early Start programs for the 2009-10 school year. Frank Overhue seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Bill Agan and seconded by Linda Young the board unanimously approved the estimate and any associated costs to relocate the high school dust collector to the new high school.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve changing the time for the July 13, 2009 board from 7:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Bill Agan seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
On motion made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Linda Young the Board unanimously approved the changes to the high school handbook for the 2009-10 school year.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to approve the agreement with Iowa State University for student teacher placement for the 2009-2010 school year.  Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Bill Agan to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:30 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
                                                                                                                                     
Theresa Romens, Board President                                   Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary
 
Negotiations strategy session
The board held a negotiations strategy session.

March 13, 2009 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
7:00 P.M. Monday, March 13, 2009
 
 
Work Session
A work session was held at 6:00 p.m.  Superintendent Sibley presented a power point presentation on the 2009-10 school budget.
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Approve Agenda
On a motion made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Bill Agan the agenda was unanimously approved.
 
The board approved the minutes of February 9, February 26 and March 9, 2009, the bills and financial statements, as well as the two incoming open enrollment students and six outgoing open enrollment students.
 
Public Forum
Tiffany Harger, representative of Parent Advisory Committee of Kid’s Place, addressed the board on the benefits Kids Place has on the community.
 
Good News Reports
Matt Dyer talked about the wrestling season and introduced the three state wrestling qualifiers, Colin White, Tyler Maxwell, and Joey Bryan. Math Count students talked about the recent Math Counts contest. Math Count students include Conner Fikes, Jack Sowers, Lisa Weaver, Sarah Hubner, Cody Behrens, Derek Jones, Kaitlin Jens and Nick Frazee.
 
What’s Happening?
Two eighth grade students Van Evans and Kaylee Larsen explained the math project they are working on through Project Based Learning.
 
Business Items
Rex Ramsey, Piper Jaffray, reported on bond sale of $1,425,000 General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2009 held at 10 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2009. Following discussion, Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the resolution directing the sale of $1,425,000 General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2009 to Northland Security, Minneapolis, MN at 4.614599% interest. Bill Agan seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Bill Agan, the board unanimously approved the preliminary FY 10 budget for publication.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to set the Budget Hearing for 6:45 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2009 in the Central Office Boardroom.  Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Following discussion, David Warren made a motion to approve the application for the Summer Food Service Program.  Frank Overhue seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the first day of classes for the 2009-2010 school year as Wednesday, August 26, 2009. Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by David Warren the board unanimously approved a Mills County Endowment Grant in the amount of $4,950 to be used for the purchase of supplies to fill backpacks for students in the greatest need in Mills County.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to approve the renewal of coop agreements for boys’ swimming and girls’ swimming and diving with Lewis Central Community Schools and girls’ soccer with Sidney Community Schools.  Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Board policies 404.9-Licensed Employee Suspension; 803.1-Purchasing Procedures and 902.4-Disposition of Obsolete Equipment were reviewed by the board. Following discussion, Dave Warren made a motion to amend board policy 803.1. Frank Overhue seconded the motion which was unanimously approved. Linda Young made a motion to approve the first reading of board policies 404.9, 803.1 and 902.4. Bill Agan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Reports
Dave Greenwood handed out and reviewed vehicle assessments for Type I and Type II vehicles. Superintendent Sibley updated the board on legislative issues.
 
Information Items
Information on School Boards and Student Achievement and Community, Media and Legislative Relations Workshop was included in the board packet.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Bill Agan to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:08 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
                                                                                                                                   
Theresa Romens, Board President                                     Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary
 
Negotiations strategy session
The board held a negotiations strategy session.

March 9, 2009 Special Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
6:00 P.M. Monday, March 9, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the special meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Budget Workshop
The board reviewed the budget process and discussed ways to cut the budget.
 
Closed Session for Personnel
On a motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Bill Agan, the Board unanimously agreed to move into closed session per Section 21.5(l)(i) of the Code of Iowa to evaluate the professional competency of an individual and the individual has requested a closed session. The Board moved into closed session at 8:19 p.m. The board moved out of closed session at 9:00 p.m.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Frank Overhue and seconded by David Warren to adjourn the special meeting at 9:03 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
                                                                                                                                     
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

May 11, 2009 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
7:00 P.M. Monday, May 11, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 7:20 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Approve Agenda
On a motion made by David Warren and seconded by Linda Young the agenda was unanimously approved.
 
The board approved the minutes of April 13, April 27, April 28 and May 5, 2009, the bills and financial statements. The Board approved Brian Stanley’s resignation letter from his  Assistant  Middle  School Football coaching position; Brent Douma’s resignation letter from his Assistant Middle School Volleyball coaching position, both contingent upon finding suitable replacements; and the hiring of Barry Loeffelbein to fill the Head Girls Basketball coaching position. Also approved were the two outgoing open enrollment students.
 
Public Forum
Karen Bueltel addressed the Board to give a big thank you to Mr. Bill Eich for all he has done for her over the years at the Glenwood Community School District. Micheal R. Stewart addressed the board with his concerns on Item 6E on the board’s agenda concerning Iowa Code 282.9.
 
Good News Reports
Kevin Farmer, West Elementary Principal, introduced sixth grade math teacher, Sheila Hansen and the four Math Bee Participants attending the board meeting. Adam Recker, Hannah Sorensen, Tristan Brown, and Quintin Wayman showed pictures and told the board about their experience as a Math Bee participant.
 
Dan Dosen, Art Teacher, presented the art exhibition displaying the Iowa Western Juried Art Competition entries.  Student Jessica McKinney was introduced and talked about her art exhibit.
 
Kerry Newman, High School Principal, handed out an article from the Omaha World Herald showing the 2009 All Western Iowa Academic Team. Alexa Bledsoe, placed in the top 12 and seven students received honorable mention.
 
Kyle Eckheart, the new IT director was introduced to the Board Members. In honor of National School Board Week, Board members were presented with a certificate.
 
What’s Happening In The Classroom?
Joan Crowl, NE Elementary Principal, and Kevin Farmer, West Elementary Principal, handed out the PK-5 Reading Standards, Benchmarks and Essential Concepts and Skills to show the work that has been done this year and discussed how they will be used as teaching tools.
 
Business Items
On a motion made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Linda Young the Board unanimously approved service from Robert’s Dairy for milk products for the 2009-2010 school year and service from IBC Sales Corporation/Wonder Bread for bread products for the 2009-2010 school year.
 
Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the summer projects and major improvement projects as presented with a cost not to exceed $242,620. Bill Agan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Bill Agan and seconded by David Warren the board unanimously approved the Option II quote from Core Tech for the wireless computer connections for the new high school in the amount of
$12,655.
 
Linda Young made a motion to approve creating a special education instructional delivery system developed by the committee members listed in the board packet. Frank Overhue seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Linda Young made a motion seconded by Frank Overhue to approve the enrollment of a student with placement at the Glenwood Community High School. To discuss the issue Frank Overhue made a motion to go into a closed session per Section 21.5(l)(e) of the Code of Iowa. Bill Agan seconded the motion. On a roll call vote the board went into closed session at 8:40 p.m. and moved out of closed session at 9:10 p.m. After hearing the facts of the case, Linda Young amended the motion to approve the enrollment of the student with placement at the Glenwood Community High School with alternate transportation. Frank Overhue seconded the amended motion which was unanimously approved. The board then unanimously approved the original motion as amended.
 
Dave Warren made a motion to approve the list of 2009 graduates, contingent upon completion of all requirements.  Linda Young seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Bill Agan and seconded by David Warren the board unanimously authorized to negotiate an extension of the Owner’s Representative’s contract for the originally agreed upon rate of pay with a new termination date to correspond to the substantial completion and/or our acceptance of the building or until August 31, 2009, whichever comes first.
 
Dave Warren made a motion to approve opening of a non-interest bearing account at Glenwood State Bank to be used for the stimulus money the district will receive. Bill Agan seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
On motion made by Linda Young and seconded by Frank Overhue the Board unanimously approved the second reading of Board Policy 500.3-School Attendance areas.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to approve the application for the 2009 Seed Fund School Business Partnership grant and the Iowa Chapter of the NAEYC. Frank Overhue seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Reports
Ted Mintle handed out and reviewed the budget report for the new high school building. Superintendent Sibley reported on the meeting between the school district and the Glenwood Resource Center regarding the leased buildings. The district is doing a survey of area and Hawkeye 10 school fees and will submit the results of the survey in the next week or so.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Bill Agan to adjourn the regular meeting at 10:17 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
                                                                                                                                     
Theresa Romens, Board President                                   Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

May 11, 2009 Special Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 11, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the special meeting to order at 5:10 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young. Frank Overhue absent.
 
Approve Agenda
A motion was made by Bill Agan and seconded by Linda Young to approve the agenda. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
Closed Session for Personnel
David Warren made a motion for the Board to move into closed session to conduct a private hearing under Chapter 279, Code of Iowa. Linda Young seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion. The board moved into closed session at 5:11 p.m. The board moved out of closed session at 7:10 p.m.
 
Possible Motion on Personnel Matter
Bill Agan made a motion to move the following as the board findings. The Glenwood football program as a whole does not meet our expectations and needs improvement. Ultimately the success of the program requires the cooperation of the Coach and the Activity Director and we are troubled by the lack of cooperation demonstrated by the Head Coach and A.D. in improving this program. We expect the Head Coach to respond positively to constructive recommendations of the AD and to respect the AD as a Supervisor. Going forward we expect the program to improve as a result of a cooperative and positive leadership which has not been demonstrated up to this point. David Warren seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion.
 
Bill Agan made a motion to support the recommendation of the Superintendent to terminate the head football coaching contract. Linda Young seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed Linda Young and Bill Agan in favor of the motion. Opposed were David Warren and Theresa Romens. The motion failed due to lack of a majority vote.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Bill Agan and seconded by David Warren to adjourn the special meeting at 7:20 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
                                                                                                                                    
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

May 5, 2009 Special Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 5, 2009
 
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the special meeting to order at 5:06 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young. Frank Overhue absent.
 
Closed Session for Personnel
Bill Agan made a motion for the Board to move into closed session to conduct a private hearing under Chapter 279, Code of Iowa. Linda Young seconded the motion. A roll call vote showed all in favor of the motion. The board moved into closed session at 5:07 p.m. At 11:30 p.m. a recess was called until Monday, May 11, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
 
                                                                                                                                     
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary

November 10, 2008 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Central Office Boardroom
7:00 P.M. Monday, November 10, 2008
 
Work Session
A work session was held at 6:00 p.m. Ted Mintle, Dave Greenwood and CSI went over the new high school financial quarterly report and gave an update on the building project.
 
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Frank Overhue, David Warren, Bill Agan and Linda Young.
 
Approve Agenda
The agenda was amended by adding item (G) Approval of Proposal for Scope of Work to be done at Middle School. On a motion made by Frank Overhue and seconded by Bill Agan the agenda was unanimously approved as amended.
 
Approved under the consent agenda the board approved the minutes of October 13 and October 28, 2008, the bills and financial statements. Also approved was the letter of resignation and request for Early Retirement Incentive Pay from Bill Eich, effective June 30, 2009.
 
Public Forum
There were no visitors that addressed the Board.
 
Good News Reports
Coaches Todd and Lu Peverill gave an overview of the boys cross country team’s very successful year. Team members in attendance were introduced. The Glenwood PTA received a $1,000 grant from Mills County Empowerment and volunteers from the First Christian Church put down mulch at West Elementary. Dave Greenwood reported FEMA will pay a portion of the storm damage to the high school roof.  The ratio of students open enrolled in and out is better this year.
 
What’s Happening
Bobbi Jo Rohrberg handed out an information sheet on the ELL/ESL Program and gave an overview of the program. Heidi Hoffman talked about the required LAU Plan to be approved next month since we have an ELL Program.
 
Business Items
Following discussion, Linda Young made a motion to approve the proposal from DLR for the scope of work to be done at the Middle School. Frank Overhue seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.
 
Following discussion and a presentation from a Virco representative, Frank Overhue made a motion to approve using Virco planscape for the furniture bid process. Bill Agan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Following discussion, Frank Overhue made a motion to approve the Resolution of Intent to participate in the Instructional Support Levy and approve the date of December 8, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. as the date and time for a Public Hearing on the Instructional Support Levy.
 
David Warren made a motion to approve the proposed Letter of Agreement with the YMCA for winter sports use.  Linda Young seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
On a motion made by Bill Agan and seconded by Frank Overhue the board unanimously approved the appointment of Kevin Farmer as the District’s Alternate Sexual Harassment Officer.
 
Linda Young made a motion to approve the application of the Boost 4 Families Grant in the amount of
$1,000 to be used at Kid’s Place.  David Warren seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
 
Reports
The board discussed the instructional support levy and the board policy revision and review process. Dave Greenwood talked about what needs to be done at the soccer and baseball fields.
 
Information Items
The school board convention starts November 18, 2008. Information is available if anyone wants to attend the National School Board convention. Congressional record comments from Senator Harkin were handed out.
 
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by David Warren and seconded by Frank Overhue to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:32 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved.
 
                                                                                                                                    
Theresa Romens, Board President                                  Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary
 
Negotiations strategy session
The board held a negotiations strategy session.

October 13, 2008 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community Schools
Regular Board Meeting
October 13, 2008
 
President Theresa Romens called the meeting to order in the Central Office Boardroom at 7:00 p.m. with the following Board members present:  David Warren, Frank Overhue, Linda Young, Bill Agan.  Absent:  None.
 
The agenda was amended by adding item (E.) Set Future Meeting.  Motion by Overhue and second by Agan to approve the amended agenda and the consent agenda including the minutes of September 15, 2008, the bills and financial statements.  Ayes-5  Nays-0. Motion carried.
Public Forum:  Ron Wheeler addressed the Board regarding the baseball facility.
 
Good News Reports:
Guidance Counselor Bill Magnuson introduced the Foreign Exchange Students and the host families that are attending the Glenwood High School.  Akane Amano from Shizuoka-shi , Japan; Aisha Mohamed from Tanzania, Zanzibar Island; Farha Kamalia from Java, Indonesia and Ai Nishimoto from Iwakuni, Japan that was not present
 
Janiece Kinzle recipient of the State Art Educator of Special Need Students award demonstrated how she teaches the visually impaired students to draw and showed some of the equipment she uses in her classroom.
 
Mark Starner and Kerry Newman gave an update on the P.E. Grant and the three all-girl weightlifting classes at the high school.
 
Business Items:
Motion by Agan and second by Young to approve application for a Calendar Waiver for the 2009-2010 school year.  Ayes-David Warren, Frank Overhue, Linda Young, Bill Agan, Theresa Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Warren to approve Janis Moore and students to attend the FCCLA Cluster Meeting in Dallas, Texas on November 20-22, 2008.  Ayes-David Warren, Frank Overhue, Linda Young, Bill Agan, Theresa Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Young and second by Overhue to approve the Food Service Agreement between Head Start and the Glenwood Food Service for period November 1st thru June 30, 2009.  Ayes-David Warren, Frank Overhue, Linda Young, Bill Agan, Theresa Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Warren to approve application for the Iowa School Age Care Alliance (ISACA) grant in the amount of $500.00 to be used at Kid’s Place.  Ayes- David Warren, Frank Overhue, Linda Young, Bill Agan, Theresa Romens.  Nays-None. Motion carried.
 
Motion by Young and second by Warren to set October 21st from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. as the Board and Administrator Workshop to be held at Kauffman Hall at the Holy Rosary Church.  Ayes-David Warren, Frank Overhue, Linda Young, Bill Agan, Theresa Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Facility Reports were given on the new high school building including cafeteria options, furnishings and the upcoming bid openings, athletic complex long range plan, mainly the baseball field area, and the middle school renovations.  Motion by Overhue and second by Agan directing Dave Greenwood to bring back plans and timelines regarding the proposed renovations of the current high school.   Ayes-David Warren, Frank Overhue, Linda Young, Bill Agan, Theresa Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
 
Superintendent Sibley handed out an Instructional Support Levy Timeline Draft.
 
Bill Eich went over the Annual Progress Report Goals in Reading, Math and Science.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Overhue to move into closed session for Superintendent Evaluation Process as provided in Section 21.5(1)(i) of the Open Meetings Law.
 
Into closed session at 10:20 p.m.
Out of closed session at 11:10 p.m.
Meeting adjourned at 11:12 p.m.

September 15, 2008 Board Meeting Minutes

Glenwood Community Schools
Regular Board Meeting
September 15, 2008
 
President Linda Young called the meeting to order in the Central Office Boardroom at 7:00 p.m. with the following Board members present:  Nancy Krogstad, Frank Overhue, Theresa Romens, Bill Agan.
 
The agenda was amended by deleting (A.) AYP and the Watch List and (B.) Instructional Support Levy and adding item (A.) Proposal for Improvements at Baseball Complex.
Motion by Agan and second by Theresa to approve the amended agenda and consent agenda including the minutes of August 11, 2008, the bills and financial statements; the resignation from Steve Sylvester from his position as Head Girls Golf Coach and the recommendation of Steve Sylvester to fill the Head Boys Golf Coaching position and Kathy Konigsmark to fill the Head Girls Golf Coaching position.  Approve the six open enrollment applications in to the Glenwood District as well as acknowledging that Breann Smith, who will open enroll to the Lewis Central School District, will be participating in extra-curricular activities at Lewis Central High School.  Ayes- Krogstad, Overhue, Romens, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Public Forum:  None
 
Good News Reports- Bill Eich informed the Board of the Charles Lakin Award where two outstanding teachers or counselors will be chosen. The individuals will receive a personal check in the amount of $10,000 and the building where the individuals work will receive $2,500.  Nominations must be received by September 26th and more
information can be found online at KMA.
 
What’s Happening in the Classroom:  Jenna Litz proposed starting an 8th grade FCCLA Program.  This program would be a Junior Chapter and the membership fee would be $15.00 per student.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Agan to adjourn the old Board.  Ayes- Krogstad, Overhue, Romens, Agan, Young.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
 
The Board Secretary announced the official abstract of votes of the school election on September 09, 2008  was as follows:  96 votes cast for Nancy Krogstad, 186 Write-In votes cast for David Warren, and 6 scattered votes.  Electing David Warren for 1 year term.  203 votes cast for Linda Young, 28 scattered votes.  Reelecting Linda Young for a 3 year term.  Motion by Agan and second by Overhue to accept the canvass of votes for September 09, 2008 School Board Election.  Ayes- Overhue, Romens, Agan, Young.
Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
The Board Secretary administered the oath to newly elected members Linda Young and David Warren.
 
Motion by Overhue to nominate Linda Young as President.  Linda declined the nomination of President and nominated Theresa Romens for Board President.  Agan moved that nominations cease and cast a unanimous vote for Theresa Romens.
 
President Theresa Romens then chaired the meeting.
 
Motion by Overhue to nominate Linda Young as Vice-President and moved that nominations cease and cast a unanimous vote for Linda Young.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Young to hold the School Board meetings on the second Monday of the month in the Central Boardroom at 103 Central, Suite 300, with the starting time of 7:00 p.m. with the understanding that under special circumstances the Board has the authority to change the time, date and place.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Young to nominate Bill Agan as the Board representative for the Mills County Conference Board.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Agan to nominate David Warren to replace Nancy Krogstad on the Empowerment Board through December 2008 to complete her term. Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Young to approve the Report on Owner Provided Furnishings and Equipment.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays- None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Young and second by Agan to approve Jessica Christiansen and students to attend the FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana in October 2008.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Overhue to approve the addition of an 8th grade FCCLA Program.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Young and second by Agan to approve Superintendent Sibley, Bill Eich and Kerry Newman as the administrators to serve on the Teacher Quality Committee.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Overhue and second by Young to approve the reappointment of Kerry Newman as the District’s Sexual Harassment officer.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Warren and second by Agan to approve the reappointment of Heidi Hoffmann as the Equity Officer for the Glenwood Community School District.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Motion by Agan and second by Overhue to approve the list of SIAAC members as presented. Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens. Nays-None. Motion carried.
 
Motion by Young and second by Warren to approve application for Kids Place for the Step Up grant in the amount of $1,400 and Boost 4 Families grant in the amount of $250. Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Building Construction Change Order CC-6 was presented as follows:  Rough in raceway installation theatrical lighting controls $4,945; BCMU layout modification in Lobby $12,485; Parapet height modification at Kitchen $105; Additional staking and surveys in parking lot $1,280; Relocation of electrical panels in Kitchen $ n/c; Ductwork lay out revisions in Gym $8,521; Additional electrical rough in company switches $6,552; Addition of pickets in noted handrails $1,352; Delete work associated with CPR- 6/Alternate No. CC-14/ Change Order No. CC-2 deduct ($-23,000). Total amount for the (9) proposals $12,240.00  Motion by Young and second by Agan to approve Change Order No. CC-6 in the amount of $12,240.  Ayes- Warren, Overhue, Young, Agan, Romens.  Nays-None.  Motion carried.
 
Correspondence and Announcements were given.
Motion by Agan and second by Young to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 p.m.
 
Board Secretary
Judy Picker