NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Notice August 8, 2005 Regular Meeting Reading/DIBELS Grade Configuration Resolution Construction Update Board Goals Executive Session Regular Agenda Call to Order Legal Meeting
Notice of the budget hearing was published in the Norfolk Daily News on Monday, August 1, 2005.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Education met on Monday, August 8, 2005, at 4:30 p.m. (Administration Office) and 7:30 p.m. (City Council Chambers) for the regular monthly meeting. Members present included Brad Krivohlavek arrived at 5:05 p.m.), Jane McDaniel, Alfredo Ramirez, Paul Cazabon, and Clark Froehlich. Absent: Julee Pfeil. Also present were Superintendent Randy Nelson, Robert Waite, Dan DePasquale, and Doug Witte.
Alfredo Ramirez, Vice-Board President, called the meeting to order at 4:39 p.m. and declared a legal meeting of the Board of Education. Dr. Krivohlavek arrived at 5:05 p.m. and resumed duties of president.
Update on Reading/DIBELS Data – Dr. DePasquale updated the board on the reading/DIBELS data/
Discussion on Grade Configuration Resolution – Dr Nelson discussed the need for a resolution for a grade configuration change.
Discussion of
Water Park Resolution – Scheila
Schukei and Kim Kwapnioski, representing the Water Park, were present to answer
any questions regarding the propose Water Park.
It was the consensus of the board to remain neutral of the item and to
not take action in support of the resolution.
Dr. Nelson and Board President Krivohlavek expressed their extreme
disappointment that the board could not see the value of a
Construction Update – Beckenhauer Construction updated the board on the construction projects. The Middle School’s foundation is being laid and the steel erection should be complete by the middle to end of October.
Discussion of Board Goals – Alfredo Ramirez reported on the progress of the board’s goal of having a methamphetamine program. Other goals were briefly discussed.
Executive Session -- At 6:45 p.m. p.m. it was moved by Jane McDaniel, seconded by Clark Froehlich, to move into executive session for the purpose of discussion of property and facilities. Roll Call: Aye – Krivohlavek, McDaniel, Ramirez, Cazabon, and Froehlich. Absent: Pfeil. Nay – None. Motion carried.
End Executive Session – At 7:08 p.m. it was moved by Paul Cazabon, seconded by Alfredo Ramirez, to move out of executive session and to move back into regular session. Roll Call: Aye – Krivohlavek, McDaniel, Ramirez, Cazabon, and Froehlich. Absent: Pfeil. Nay – None. Motion carried.
At 7:09 p.m. President Krivohlavek recessed the meeting.
1% Override Hearing
(See Exhibit A) –
Resolution
7:30 1% Override Hearing
RESOLUTION TO EXCEED
THE BASIC ALLOWABLE GROWTH RATE
FOR THE 2005-2006 SCHOOL YEAR
WHEREAS, public notice was given at
least five (5) days in advance of a Special Public Hearing for the purpose of
hearing support, opposition, criticism, suggestions or observations regarding the
Norfolk Public Schools request to exceed the 2005-2006 Basic Allowable Growth
Rate; 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 where is attached hereto as
Exhibit A, all as required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Board, after having
reviewed the request to exceed the Basic Allowable Growth Rate for the
2005-2006 school year, has determined that the request is necessary in order to
carry out the functions of the District, as determined by the Board for the
2005-2006 school fiscal year.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that
the Basic Allowable Growth Rate of 2.50% is increased to 3.6691% plus 1% for a
total of 4.6691% and is hereby established as the Applicable Allowable Growth
Rate for the General Fund Expenditures for
It is so moved by Paul Cazabon and
seconded by Alfredo Ramirez this 8th day of August, 2005.
Roll call vote as follows:
Julee Pfeil Yes No Abstain Absent
Alfredo Ramirez Yes No Abstain
Clark Froehlich Yes No Abstain
Brad Krivohlavek Yes No Abstain
Jane McDaniel Yes No Abstain
Paul Cazabon Yes No Abstain
The undersigned herewith certifies,
as the Secretary of the Board of Education of
,
Secretary
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Consent Agenda
Brad Krivohlavek, President, called the regular meeting of the Board of
Education to order at 7:30 p.m. and declared a legally advertised meeting. He welcomed everyone.
It was moved by Jane McDaniel, seconded by Alfredo Ramirez, to approve the consent agenda items as amended. Roll call: Aye –Krivohlavek, Ramirez, McDaniel, Cazabon, and Froehlich. Nay – None. Absent: Pfeil. Motion carried.
Minutes -- Regular Meeting, July 11, 2005
Special Meeting, July 25, 2005
2nd Meeting of Month, July 28, 2005
Excused Absence – None
2nd
(See Early Retirement Incentive Policy) – Exhibit B
Foreign Exchange Students – Agree to waive the tuition for the following foreign exchange students for the 2005-06 school year:
ü
Franziska Krueger of
ü
Luc Paul
Bids – Pickup Bid – Approved the bid of Langel Chevrolet for a ½ ton 2002 Chevrolet pickup in the amount of $15,325. Bids will be resent for a 2005 vehicle.
Claims – Approved claims for General Fund in the amount of $243,025.67, Asbestos Fund in the amount of $192.00; Cooperative Fund in the amount of $57,393.29; Reserve/Depreciation Fund in the amount of $98,150.99; and Special Building Fund in the amount of $48,218.87. Payroll was also approved.
Approval of District Handbooks/Manuals – The following school district handbooks were approved as presented:
ü Elementary Handbook
ü Middle School Handbook
ü Junior High Handbook
ü Senior High Handbook
Resolution to Change Grade Configuration – Approved the resolution changing our district grade configuration to K-5; 6-7; 8-9; and, 10-12 beginning with the 20050-06 school year.
(See Exhibit C)
Student Tuition Contract with Sunny Meadows, District # Supt. Report Financial Report Inst. Pers. Report Student Serv. Report Finance Committee Activities Committee Future Meetings
Student Tuition Contract with Sunny Meadows, District #3 – Approved student tuition contract with Sunny Meadows, District #3, for students in grades 7 and 8 attending Norfolk Public Schools. This contract would be for the 2005-06 school year only.
Resolution for
Reports
Superintendent’s Report -- Dr. Nelson reported on the following: Update on budget, beginning of school year update, and Update on LB126. Dr. Nelson recognized two of our students who won essay contests through the Gallaudet National Essay Contest, Megan Frowick and Alissa Haselhorst. Board members were reminded of the New Staff Luncheon on Thursday, August 11.
Financial Report – Bob reported that the district was in good shape both as far as receipts and expenditures were concerned.
Instruction/Personnel Report –Dr. DePasquale reported on DIBELS.
Student Services Report -- Mr. Witte, Director of Student Services, reported on student handbooks and start of school year.
Finance Committee – No report given
Activities Committee Report – No meeting held this month. Next meeting is scheduled for August 22.
The second meeting
of the month/budget workshop will be held on Thursday, August 25, 2005, at
12:00 noon at Central Office. The next
regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 12, 2005, at 4:30 and 7:30
p.m. The Budget Hearing/Adoption will
also be at 7:00 p.m. at the City Council Chambers.
President
Krivohlavek adjourned the meeting at 7:57 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Randy A. Nelson, Secretary Brad Krivohlavek, President
Board of Education Board of Education