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Tuesday- August 15, 2006 - 6:30 p.m.
Board of Trustee Meeting-Public Hearing
Location: Middle School Library
The Regular Meeting/Public Hearing of the Board of Trustees of Boundary County School District No. 101 was convened at the above stated time and date, pursuant to authority provided by Section 33-510 and 67-2345, Idaho Code, and pursuant to affirmation by the clerk that written notice was conspicuously posted at the District Administration Office, Valley View, Naples, Evergreen, and Mt. Hall Elementary Schools, Bonners Ferry High School, Boundary County Middle School, Bonners Ferry Herald Office, and the Boundary County Courthouse on Thursday, August 10, 2006. Trustees had actual notice of the time and date of meeting via verbal and written communication.
Board Members Present: Chairman Melanie Staples, and Trustees Gil Hagen, Craig Wheatley and Maria LaBarbera. Vice-Chairman Tim Bertling was absent.
Superintendent Don Bartling and Clerk Diane Cartwright were also in attendance.
Others present: Robert DelGrosso, Joan Myers, Elizabeth Ciepiela, and Gail Reoch.
6:30 Public Hearing: Increased School Lunch Price
Chairman Melanie Staples opened the public hearing on increased school lunch prices and asked if there was any comment. Dr. Bartling said it had been six years since the last increase. The increase is $.25 for each lunch to cover the increased cost of food and transportation. Craig Wheatley moved to approve the increase of $.25 on school lunch prices. Maria LaBarbera seconded. Motion carried.
Regular Meeting – Following Public Hearing
Opening by Chairman - Meeting Announcements
Melanie Staples asked if any Board member would be attending the New Board Member and New Superintendent Workshop to be held at Lake Pend Oreille School District Office on August 22, 2006. No Board member was able to attend. She also reminded Board members of the Idaho School Board Association (ISBA) annual meeting to be held in Boise in November, 2006.
Superintendent’s Report
Dr. Bartling stated Jennifer Porter of the Kootenai Tribe presented a check to the school district in the amount of $86,124. He will be meeting with her monthly. Aug. 24th at noon is the first meeting.
Dr. Bartling invited the Board to the BB-Q scheduled for August 28th, 2006 as a welcome back for staff.
He stated students start school on September 5th, 2006. The bus displayed on the lawn with a sign hanging from it announcing the need for bus drivers worked well. Transportation Supervisor Art Linnemeyer now has an adequate number of substitute bus drivers for the 2006-07 school year.
Dr. Bartling informed the Board of the number of students participating on extracurricular teams at the high school.
He asked Board members if they would like to meet the new staff members at 6:00 p.m. on Sept. 12, 2006 just prior to the regularly scheduled Board meeting.
Craig Wheatley asked if the volleyball courts will meet standards before the first meet. Dr. Bartling stated yes; the volleyball nets are not here yet, but are expected to arrive soon. The floor has been drilled correctly.
Business Manager’s Report
Business Manager Diane Cartwright expressed concern about rising utility costs and the increased cost of shipping items ordered.
Visitors - None present.
Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes: July 10, 2006 Annual Meeting
Gil Hagen moved to approve the minutes. Discussion was held regarding the posting of minutes. Craig Wheatley seconded. Motion carried.
B. Approval of July, 2006 Accounts Payable
Craig Wheatley moved to approve the July, 2006 accounts payable. Gil Hagen second. Motion carried
C. Annual Approval of 2006-2007 In-Lieu-of-Transportation Requests
Craig Wheatley moved to approve in-lieu-of transportation requests submitted by Collen Bowles and Michele Thompson. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried.
D. Annual Approval of 2006-2007 Bus Routes & Turn-arounds
Gil Hagen moved to approve the 2006-07 bus routes and turn-arounds and post them on web. Craig Wheatley seconded. Motion carried.
E. Annual Approval of 2006-2007 Bus Bids Publication - 2 71-Passenger Buses
Gil Hagen moved to approve going for bids on two new 71 passenger buses. Bids will be opened October 4, 2006. Craig Wheatley seconded. Motion carried.
F. Annual Approval of 2006-2007 Panhandle Health School Nursing Services Contract
Gil Hagen moved to approve the 2006-07 Panhandle Health School Nursing Services Contract. Maria LaBarbera seconded. Motion carried.
G. Annual Approval of North Idaho College Improvement Network (NIIN) Consortium
FY2006-07
Gil Hagen moved to accept the North Idaho College Improvement Network (NIIN) Consortium FY 2006-07. Maria LaBarbera seconded. Motion carried.
H. Approval to Sign Arts Powered Residency Form
Valley View Art Teacher Joan Myers discussed Arts Powered Schools Residency Application Form. She informed the Board that Artist-in-Resident Jo Miller, in collaboration with teachers Deborah Davis, Donna Kent, Sarah Macias and Joan Myers will conduct a creative arts workshop for second grade students at Valley View. Normally, the district would have to pay $1,400. The Idaho Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts are waiving the district’s match of another. Craig Wheatley asked about other elementary schools. Ms. Myers stated representative teachers applied and got the grant. Dr. Bartling stated that next time more schools might be involved. Maria LaBarbera asked what time of day it would take place. The instruction will be held during physical education time and Ms. Myers is not sure exactly what time it will take place. They will have an afternoon performance. Gil Hagen moved to approve the Superintendent sign the Arts Powered Schools Residency Application. Craig Wheatley seconded. Motion carried.
Administration/Staff/School Committees/BCEA Reports & Input - None
Action Agenda
Sale of Real Property
1. Approve Resolution Accepting Appraisal
Gil Hagen moved to approve resolution number 2006-07-01accepting the appraisal of lots 6 & 7, Block 12 of the Townsite of Eaton as recorded in Book 1 of Plats, Page 7, records of Boundary County, Idaho in the amount of $13,000. Craig Wheatley seconded. Discussion was held. Gil Hagen called for the question. A roll call vote was taken. Motion passed unanimously. Exhibit 1
2. Approve Resolution to Set Time, Date, Place for Bid Opening
Dr. Bartling explained there are two lots left to be sold of the old junior high property.
He recommended Tuesday October 3, 2006 as the date of the bid opening. Gil Hagen moved to approve resolution number 2006-07-02 authorizing the sale of the property described above and setting October 3, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the school district office for bid opening. Craig Wheatley seconded. A roll call vote was taken. Motion passed unanimously. Exhibit 2
Decision on Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) Grant – Paving Around Valley View
Dr. Bartling explained to the Board the involvement of the district had last November in seeking a grant to pave around Valley View Elementary. At the time, the school district’s match amount was $17,000. The school district has now been placed at a different level requiring 36% of funding. The total grant amount is $217,500 and the district’s share would be $77,500. He recommended waiting until Bonners Ferry Mayor Darrell Kerby looks into this and could maybe seek state or city help. Melanie Staples stated the school district would be responsible for any overages. Dr. Bartling stated the district could possibly downsize the project to keep it at the same amount, if necessary. Melanie Staples stated she would rather have two more teachers. Maria LaBarbera agreed.
Patron Bob Del Grosso asked what the life expectancy is of Valley View Elementary. Dr. Bartling stated possibly 50 years.
The Board will look at it after Mayor Darrell Kerby has information.
C. Policies
1. First Reading
a. ISBA Model Policy Updates
Dr. Bartling explained we are a member of the Idaho School Boards Association (ISBA) and we receive recommended policies and updates. Gil Hagen moved to approve the first reading of the ISBA Policy Updates. Motion died for lack of a second. Craig Wheatley moved to approve the first reading of all the ISBA policy updates with the exception of policy 1600-1 as follows:
a. 1110 Election e. 4130 Public Access to Dist. Records
b. 1530 Records Available to Public f. 4300 Conduct on School Property
c. 2390 LEP Program g. 5320 Drug-Free Workplace
d. 3296 Bullying Awareness Week h. Acquisition, Use and Disposal of Property
Maria LaBarbera seconded. Motion carried.
2. Second Reading/Approval
a. Wellness Policy 8200, 8210, 8220, 8230, 8235, 8250, and 8270
Food Supervisor Gail Reoch stated the Wellness Policy as presented is a good start and has the approval of the State. She stated the district needs a policy in place by September 1, 2006. Dr. Bartling recommended removing 8230. More discussion was held. Maria LaBarbera moved to remove 8230 and 8235 and approve all other sections of the Wellness Policy. Craig Wheatley seconded. Motion carried. Craig Wheatley recommended Dr. Bartling speak with administrators and ask them to participate on the Wellness Policy Committee. Dr. Bartling agreed. Maria LaBarbera stated she would like to be on the committee. Gail Reoch thanked her. Ms. Reoch also informed the Board that the Grant for Fruits and Vegetables approved in 2005-06 should run six or seven more months. Ms. Reoch will probably schedule the next Wellness Policy Committee meeting for the middle of October.
3. Third Reading/Approval
a. Teacher Evaluation Instrument
b. District-Wide Application Forms
c. Policy 5810 and Memorandum
d. Policy 5704 Teacher Interns and Substitute Teachers and as Asst.
Coaches
e. District Technology Coordinator Job Description
f. Policy 5400 Unused Sick Leave and Bereavement Leave
Craig Wheatley moved to approve the above policies. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried.
Correspondence/Personnel/Negotiations
Executive Session: Idaho Code 67-2345(a)(c) Personnel/Legal Report/Negotiations or Adjournment
Chairman Staples announced the next order of business would be discussion of personnel, negotiations and legal matters. After a full and complete discussion upon a motion duly made by Craig Wheatley and seconded by Gil Hagen, the following resolution be adopted:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of Boundary County School District No. 101 recess from a public meeting into an executive session pursuant to Section 67-2345, Idaho Code, for discussion of personnel.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that following the executive session the board will reconvene in regular session for the purpose of conducting further business or for adjournment of the meeting. Vote being had on the above and foregoing resolution and the same having been counted and found to be no less than two-thirds (2/3) of the membership in favor thereof, the chairman declared said resolution adopted.
The trustees entered an executive session at 7:58 p.m. Tuesday, August 15, 2006 and returned at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 15, 2006.
8:32 p.m. Melanie called regular session back to order.
Craig Wheatley moved and Gil Hagen seconded to approve the following personnel items:
1. Andrea LaPlante as .57 fte Choir Instructor at Valley View Elementary School and Boundary County Middle School with district benefits; pay as per negotiated salary schedule with two years experience = $17,100. Starting date: August 18, 2006.
2. Laura Nishek as Librarian/Media Aide at BCMS effective 8/28/2006 @ $9.13/hour/step 3; 8 hrs/day – 1148 hrs/yr = 1184 hours with district benefits.
3. Lisa Allegretti as custodian at Mt Hall during Migrant Summer School. Temporary position without benefits; total of 44 hours @ $8.13/hr.; Monday through Friday, June 19, 2006 through July 20, 2006.
4. Wendy Mandville as Technology Tech II for all schools; total of 1600 hours/year (160 ten hour days); three years experience; $16.40 per/hr with benefits; 245 Technology Grant funded unless grant funds no longer exist and then General Fund.
5. Kathleen Cassidy as Art teacher at BFHS. 1.0 fte with 5 yrs. experience; BA+29.33 credits. Contract amount as per negotiated salary schedule: $33,050 with benefits: General Fund.
6. Norm Galey as Math teacher at BFHS. 1.0 fte with 5 yrs. experience; MA+66 credits; Contract amount as per negotiated salary schedule: $37,831 with benefits: General Fund.
7. End of employment for Sherri Miller as Special Education Assistant as of June 19, 2006.
8. Resignation of Jan Bayer as JV Volleyball Coach at BFHS.
9. Resignation of Cindy Garmon as Middle School Secretary.
10. Alternatives to certification for: Greg Springett - Standard secondary-Natural Science for 2006-07; Harvey Brannigan – Standard Secondary Math (6-12) for 2006 Summer School; Christi Kramer – Standard Secondary Drama (6-12) for 2006-07; Sara Gunnyon – English as a Second Language (K-12) for 2006-07; Vicki Downing – Standard Mathematics (6-12) and Physical Education (6-12) for 2006-07.
11. Amend Linda McLeish’s contract from .5 fte to .57 fte. ($15,000 to $17,100)
12. Stephen Garwick as JV Volleyball Coach at BFHS for the 2006-07 season: $2,032.
13. Substitutes:
Teacher: Custodian: Food Service
Sharlene Anderson Tammy Chipman Cynthia Beck
Janet Aos Cynthia Beck Sharon Dirks
Barbara Awbrey Merle Dinning Jeanie Johnson
Christa Bauer Sharon Dirks Marilyn Keslar
Bethany Cavender Jeanie Johnson Jack Hinthorn
Charlotte Chrisman Jennie Starr
Barbar Colegrove Arnold Tuttle
Janice Cowin
Lynda Ekstrom
Norman Estep
Amy Fess
Nan Flannigan
Gil Hagen (Volunteer)
Beverly Heigel
Richard Hollenbeck
Eldon Hurst
Janice John
Michele Kath
Brenda Kerttu (Wood)
Candice Lysiak
Sherri Miller
Marilyn Piippo
Andy Rice
Robert Saboe
Alice Sandaker
Joy Schmitz
Valerie Sorenson
Karen Standal
Toni Taylor
Coleen Trocke
Mary Jane Young
Motion carried.
Craig Wheatley moved to approve 3% increase on all annual stipends not included in the negotiated salary schedule. Gil Hagan seconded. Maria LaBarbera:no. All others yes. Motion carried.
Craig Wheatley moved to approve Christi Kramer as 2/7 Drama Teacher at BFHS; 5 yrs. experience; MA+0 credits; Contract amount as per negotiated salary schedule: $9,759 with .5 masters stipend; no benefits, General Fund. Motion includes for all certified personnel with masters stipends will be paid full stipend if .5 fte and over and .5 stipend if under half time. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried.
Trustee Input/Future Agenda Item
ISBA Convention – November 11, 2006 at the DoubleTree Riverside in Boise
Discussion was Regarding Governor’s Special Legislative Session – August 25, 2006
Adjournment
8:48 p.m. Craig Wheatley moved to adjourn. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried.
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Chairman Melanie Staples Clerk Diane M. Cartwright