April 2015 School Board Meeting Minutes

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR WAYNE SCHOOL DISTRICT HELD IN THE DISTRICT OFFICE ON THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2015 AT 7:00 P.M.

THOSE PRESENT:

JONI TAYLOR, PRESIDENT           CURTIS WHIPPLE, MEMBER
APRIL TORGERSON, VICE-PRES    BURKE TORGERSON, SUPERINTENDENT
CORY ANDERSON, MEMBER         BRENDA WOOD, BUSINESS ADMIN
JEFF CHAPPELL, MEMBER

CONDUCTING: Joni Taylor

Joni Taylor called the meeting to order. She announced we would begin with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a prayer from Jeff Chappell.

Joni welcomed everyone out to the meeting.

CHANGE TO THE AGENDA:
Cory Anderson moved to change Business Item #3, Report on Board Books, to the Information Items. Seconded by April Torgerson. All in favor.

Burke clarified that on Business Item #1 it was 4 half days for professional development, not 41/2 days.

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Superintendent said that the minutes should be amended to say that Overdrive and E Books are on our Ipads. April Torgerson moved to approve the minutes as amended. Seconded by Jeff Chappell. All in favor.

FINANCIAL:
Accounts Payable -
Cory Anderson moved to accept the accounts payable for payment. Seconded by Jeff Chappell. All in favor.

Monthly Financial Report -
Brenda Wood answered questions regarding the monthly financial report.

CITIZEN COMMENTS:
Mary Bray told the Board she had discovered a scam using the high school?s name to perpetuate it. Mary explained what had been happening.

Joni Taylor announced that the Board would like to acknowledge Brenda Wood?s retirement. She thanked Brenda for her years of service and presented her with a bell. Superintendent thanked Brenda and presented her with a gift. Joni announced that we would adjourn the meeting for a few minutes to give people time to congratulate Brenda.

Joni Taylor called the meeting back to order.

INFORMATION ITEMS:
Terence White - Naylor, Wentworth and Lund -
Mr. White had completed an evaluation of our buildings and told the Board he would like to share what he had found. He discussed the condition of the buildings and his recommendations on building life and replacement.

The Board thanked Mr. White for his report.

Board Books -
Mike Elder did a telephone conference presentation on Board Books with the Board.

Rick McCartney -
Mr. McCartney gave the Board a drawing of where they would like their lights, scoreboard, restrooms and concessions. He talked to the Board about using the existing transformer for the electrical needs.

NSBA Report -
Curtis Whipple told the Board this was a great experience and they learned a lot of things. The speakers at the meetings were great. April echoed Curtis? comments.

Niki Stringham - Report on Grants-
Niki gave the Board a presentation on the grants she had applied for and those she had received. She discussed some of the things and activities they have been able to do this year.

The Board thanked Niki for her hard work.

Lynda Brown/School Lunch -
Lynda told the Board that it is not working to have only two workers. They cannot make bread or pizza with only two. She wanted the Board to be aware of the things that go into making the program work. They have requested a four hour person to help out. This item is on the agenda under business items.

Superintendent?s Report -
Burke told the Board that we had our Trustlands audit yesterday. They complimented us on how well we use the money for the things that are budgeted. They were concerned about the carryover of funds. They also told us to be careful with the community council meeting minutes. They encouraged board members to attend the community council meetings. Board members should be training the community council. Trustlands? plans should be approved in the May board meeting.

Superintendent said he would like to make the Board aware of some donations that have been made to our schools. He discussed the sizeable donations that have been made to the music and art programs at the high school and middle school.

Superintendent told the Board he has been getting bids from attorneys for our legal services.

Superintendent reminded the Board about PEHP being here on the 14th and 15th for health screenings.

Burke gave the Board a new revised copy of the legislative estimates.

BUSINESS ITEMS:
Approve Four Half Days For Professional Development -
April Torgerson moved to approve. Seconded by Curtis Whipple. All in favor.

Decision of FCCLA Funds For National Convention -
Burke told the Board that one of our girls decided not to go, so it will just be Joni Taft and one student. The student is a State Officer, and a part of the $1300 will be paid. Joni Taft requested any assistance the Board is willing to pay. Jeff Chappell moved to match the State support amount of $300 as she is a State Officer. Seconded by Curtis Whipple. All in favor.

School Lunch -
Coral gave the Board cost information for the lunch programs at all the schools. She said she has visited and worked at the lunch program at the high school and middle school, and those ladies are working hard. She is recommending hiring a four hour per day person. Curtis Whipple moved to hire a six hour person at Wayne High School. Seconded by Cory Anderson. All in favor.

Second Reading and Approval of Policies CDA, CDB and CBH -
Curtis Whipple moved to accept Policies CDA, CDB and CBH for a final reading and approval. Seconded by Cory Anderson. All in favor.

Approve Retirement - Lois Brian -
Lois Brian?s letter was read. April Torgerson moved to accept Lois Brian?s letter of retirement. Seconded by Jeff Chappell. All in favor.

Approve Resignation of Weston Taylor -
Weston?s letter of resignation was read. Cory Anderson moved to amend the agenda to include Sarah Taylor?s letter of resignation. April Torgerson moved to amend the agenda. Seconded by Jeff Chappell. All in favor.

Jeff Chappell moved to accept Weston and Sarah Taylor?s letters of resignation. Seconded by April Torgerson. All in favor.

Rick McCartney/Football Power -
Cory Anderson moved to approve the location of the power and that they be able to use the existing transformer and that the football program pay for the cost. Seconded by Curtis Whipple. All in favor.

Taxation and Bonding Issues -
The Board will discuss these items at a later time.

Calendar Budget Sessions -
The Board will meet in a work session on May 13 at 2:00 p.m., and board meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. June board meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 10.

Final Reading Policies DBB, DFA, DMB and DMA -
Curtis Whipple moved to approve these policies for a first reading. Seconded by April Torgerson. All in favor.

BOARD MEMBER ITEMS:
Curtis Whipple asked Superintendent if he was aware of the sewer problem. Superintendent said he was and it was being looked into.

Jeff Chappell asked about pickle ball players being able to use the middle school gym during the summer. Superintendent told him be happy to work something out so they could use it.

Cory Anderson asked about an HSA offering for employees. He also asked about getting a copy of our five year facilities plan.

Cory also proposed that each board member consider giving a $600 scholarship each year.

Joni Taylor said she had quite a few comments and phone calls this month and she would like all of our employees to feel valued. She said she thought we had wonderful teachers and employees.

April Torgerson moved to adjourn to an executive session to discuss personnel. Seconded by Jeff Chappell. A roll call vote was taken as follows:

Joni Taylor          Aye
April Torgerson    Aye
Jeff Chappell       Aye
Cory Anderson    Aye
Curtis Whipple    Aye

Joni Taylor called the meeting back in open session.

Curtis Whipple moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Jeff Chappell. All in favor.

Meeting adjourned at 1:10 a.m.