June 11, 2007 Minutes
by Veryle Winter
June 11, 2007
NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
NORFOLK
, NEBRASKA
Notice -- Notice of the regular meeting was published in the Norfolk Daily News on Monday, June 4, 2007.
4:30 Session
4:30 Session -- The Board of Education met on Monday, June 11, 2007, at 4:30 p.m. for the study session in the Board Room of the Administrative Office School and the regular meeting at the City Council Chambers. Members present included Jane McDaniel (present for the 4:30 session only), Brad Krivohlavek, Alfredo Ramirez, Julee Pfeil, and Clark Froehlich. Absent: Paul Cazabon and Jane McDaniel (absent for 7:30 meeting only). Also present were Superintendent Randy Nelson, Robert Waite, Doug Witte and Dan DePasquale.
Legal Meeting – Jane McDaniel, President, called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. and declared a legal meeting of the Board of Education.
Open Meetings Act–President Jane McDaniel announced that a complete copy of the Open Meetings Act was available for review if anyone was interested and that a complete board packet is available for review.
Principal Facility Update – Scott Dodson updated the board on the new construction at Woodland Park. He also shared enrollment projections for next school year.
Construction Update –Mark Riley, Beckenhauer representative, reported on the construction projects presently underway. He reported that Volkman Plumbing and Heating is working on the water supply in the cooling system at Grant Elementary. He also reported on all the other school construction projects. They all seem to be working on schedule.
The board discussed a letter from Pat Carney stating that he did not like the color of the brick on the Senior High entrance. The board directed Jane to respond to his letter and state that this had been an architectural decision and that if you cannot match the brick you then go with a contrasting color.
Update on Budget Amendment – Bob Waite updated the board on the amendments needed for the 7:15 budget amendment hearing. All of these items will have no impact on local property taxes.
Discussion of Alternative Education Programs at the Junior High School – Dave Wright and Jen Robinson had given the board a handout of their proposal. The board asked several questions regarding the program. It was the general consensus to have them come back to the August board meeting to give a formal presentation.
Executive Session – At 5:50 p.m. it was moved by Brad Krivohlavek, seconded by Alfredo Ramirez, to move into executive session for the purpose of discussion of personnel. Roll call: Aye – McDaniel, Krivohlavek, Ramirez, Pfeil, and Froehlich. Nay – None. Absent: Cazabon. Motion carried.
End Executive Session – At 5:54 p.m. it was moved by Brad Krivohlavek, seconded by Alfredo Ramirez, to end the executive session and move back to regular session. Roll call: Aye – McDaniel, Krivohlavek, Ramirez, Pfeil, and Froehlich. Nay – None. Absent: Cazabon. Motion carried.
Adjournment – President Jane McDaniel adjourned the meeting at 5:55 p.m. and moved back to regular session.
Budget Amendment Hearing – Brad Krivohlavek called the hearing to order at 7:15 p.m. and declared a legal meeting. He announced that the Open Meetings Law was posted on the wall.
Bob Waite distributed handouts of the budget amendments and summarized the changes.
BUDGET HEARING RESOLUTION
2006-2007 Budget Amendment Resolution
For
Madison County School District#2
WHEREAS, public notice was given at least five (5) days in advance of a Special Public Hearing called for the purpose of discussing and amending or modifying the District’s General Fund Budget, and,
WHEREAS, such Special Public Hearing was held before the Board of Education (hereinafter “the Board”) of Madison County School District #2 (hereinafter “the District”) at the time, date, and place announced in the notice published in a newspaper of general circulation, a copy of which notice and proof of publication of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A, all as required by law; and,
WHEREAS, the Board provided an opportunity to receive comment, information, and evidence from persons in attendance at such Special Hearing; and,
WHEREAS, the Board, after having received the requests, and after public consideration of the matter, has determined that the requests are necessary in order to carry out the functions of the District as determined by the Board for the 2006-2007 school fiscal year.
NOW BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the total expenditures of the General Fund should be, and hereby is set at $36,208,029.
It is so moved by Clark Froehlich and seconded by Alfredo Ramirez this 11th day of June, 2007.
The roll call vote is as follows:
Brad Krivohlavek Yes No Absent
Paul Cazabon Yes No Absent
Jane McDaniel Yes No Absent
Alfredo Ramirez Yes No Absent
Clark Froehlich Yes No Absent
Julee Pfeil Yes No Absent
The undersigned herewith certifies, as Secretary of the Board of Education of Madison County School District #2 that the above Resolution was duly adopted by a majority of said Board at a duly constituted public meeting of the said Board.
____________________________________, Secretary
Brad Krivohlavek declared the budget amendment adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
REGULAR
MEETING
Consent
Agenda
Regular Meeting– Brad Krivohlavek, Vice-President, called the regular meeting of the Board of Education to order at 7:19 .m. and declared a legally advertised meeting. He welcomed everyone.
Open Meetings Act – Brad Krivohlavek, Vice-President, announced that a complete copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the West wall in the City Council Chambers located at 309 Madison Avenue and that a complete board packet is available for review.
Consent Agenda -- It was moved by Clark Froehlich, seconded by Julee Pfeil, to approve the consent agenda items as amended. Roll call: Aye: Krivohlavek, Ramirez, Pfeil, and Froehlich, Nay: None. Absent: McDaniel, Cazabon. Motion carried.
Minutes -- Regular Meeting, May 14,
2007
2nd
Meeting of the Month, May 24, 2007
Excused Absence– Paul Cazabon and Jane McDaniel (7:30 meeting)
Signature for Federal Programs– Approved the signature of the Director of Student Services for all Federal Grants for the 2007-2008 school year.
Interlocal Agreement with the City of Norfolk for School Resource Officer – Approved an agreement with the City of Norfolk to pay 50% of the costs for the Junior High Resource Officer. This agreement would renew the contract the school and the city have had over the past three years with the COPS Grant. This agreement would be effective starting with the 2007-2008 school year.
Audit Proposal for 2006-2007 – Approved a proposal from Christensen’s and Associates to conduct a school financial audit for the 2006-2007 school year. This is the 3rd year of a three-year agreement.
Approval of Replacement Staff/Transfer – Approved the following replacement staff and transfer for the 2007-08 school year:
- Kelly Konz – Grade 5, Westside Elementary – replacing David Macek
- Jim Luellen – Instrumental Music – replacing Ray Worden and Mel Hirschman
- Laura Kowalski – 1st grade – Woodland Park – replacing Bobbi Leuthold
Transfer:
- Bobbi Leuthold to Bel Air Kindergarten – replacing Vicky Hopper
Claims – Approved claims in the amount of $241,111 for General Fund; $62,021.67 for Cooperative Fund; $18,049.08 for Lunch Program; $127,556.97 for Reserve/Depreciation Fund; and $1,410,361.26 for Special Building Fund.
Regular Agenda
Award for Excellence – Will continue in the fall
Focus on Students – Will continue in the fall
Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Nelson reported on the following: construction update, legislative update, and final comments.
Financial Report– Robert Waite gave the financial report.
Instruction/Personnel Report – Dr. DePasquale reported STARS assessment changes.
Student Services Report – Mr. Witte reported on the following items: year-end enrollment, TeamMates had 11 high school graduates and all 11 students will be attending college; and summer school activities.
Finance Committee – Mr. Froehlich reported that the Finance Committee met and discussed the bills for the month.
Activities Committee Report – No meeting in May.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM
No Regular Agenda Items
Future Meetings– Regular Meeting – Monday, July 9, 2007, 4:30 p.m. Study Session/7:30 p.m. Regular Session. No second meeting is scheduled for June.
Board Comments– The four board members present each thanked Dr. Nelson for his service to the district.
Adjournment – Vice-President Krivohlavek declared the regular meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Randy A. Nelson,
Secretary Jane
McDaniel, President
Board of
Education Board
of Education
