Minutes of the April 8th Bettendorf School Board Meeting

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BETTENDORF COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BETTENDORF, IOWA

Unofficial* Minutes of the April 8, 2002, Regular Meeting

Public Hearing and Special Meeting follow.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BETTENDORF COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BETTENDORF, IOWA

Unofficial* Minutes of the April 8, 2002, Regular Meeting
(*Pending Board Approval)

1. Call to Order

The Board of Directors of the Bettendorf Community School District, in the County of Scott, state of Iowa, met in open session according to Iowa law for their regular Board meeting at the Ray Stensvad Administration Center, 3311 Central Avenue, Bettendorf, Iowa, on April 8, 2002. President Roski called the meeting to order at 7:11 p.m. and the Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Lynne Lindstrom, Board Secretary, verified that the meeting notice had been posted and mailed to the media as required by law.

Members present: Directors Anderson, Arney, Castro, Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle.
Members absent: None.
Other officials present: John Perdue, Superintendent; Paul Bobek, Executive Director of Business Affairs; John Campbell, Director of Operations; Candy Eggers, BEA Representative; Drew Colville and Alex Zikra, Student Representatives; Jeff Ehrmann, Board Treasurer; Lynne Lindstrom, Board Secretary.

2. Agenda Approval.

Motion by Director Weigle, seconded by Director Arney, to approve the agenda as presented.

Ayes: 7 Directors Anderson, Arney, Castro, Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle.
Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

3. Comments and Suggestions from Audience.

3.01 President’s Statement. On behalf of fellow Board members, at this time I would like to invite any member of the audience to step to the microphone with comments about items of interest or concern that do not appear on the agenda this evening. Please begin by stating your name and address. It would be most appreciated if you would limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely fashion and allow others an opportunity to speak. We ask that you remember that Iowa law prohibits us from discussing specific employees or their job performance. If you have thoughts to share about items that are included as topics for tonight's meeting, we would invite those comments when we reach that point in the meeting. Thank you for your support of our school district.

There were no comments from the audience.

4. Commendations.
4.01 Congratulations to Mark Brooks, athletic director, Gabriele Auerbach, language instructor at Bettendorf High School, and Jeff Winter, social studies and literature instructor at Bettendorf Middle School, who have been selected for inclusion in the 7th edition of Who's Who Among America's Teachers, 2002. Mark was nominated by former student and basketball player, Brock Halverson. Gabriele was nominated by a former French student, Christie White. Jeff was nominated by Brandon Yoder, a Bettendorf High School student. All of the teachers listed were selected by one or more former students who themselves were listed in either Who's Who Among American High School Students or the National Dean's List.
4.02 Gabriele Auerbach was also notified recently that she has been awarded a full scholarship in the Goethe Institute/American Association of Teachers of German seminar in Duesseldorf, Germany, from June 30 - July 13, 2002. Focus of the seminar will be the new political, financial and cultural developments within the European Union and their impact on institutions and individual citizens. It will include field trips to Brussels, Belgium and Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
4.03 Congratulations to the following Bettendorf High School students who were selected as Outstanding Performers by the Iowa High School Speech Association: Casey Boland, Acting, and Lucy Sun, Interpretative Prose. Only 400 students, out of approximately nearly 9,000 students who competed, were selected as Outstanding Performers. Casey and Lucy have been invited to perform at the 24th Annual All-State Festival of Individual Events on April 8, 2002 at the University of Northern Iowa.
4.04 Congratulations to the following athletes for being selected to the All Metro Basketball Teams - Boys: Honorable Mention Brian Buckles and Drew Wessels; Girls: 2nd Team, Erin Riley.
4.05 Congratulations to Anthony Bribriesco who was selected the 2002 winner of the Bernie Saggau Award. This honor is awarded to a graduating senior selected by Bettendorf High School staff based on excellence in academics, citizenship, extracurricular activities and achievements.
4.06 Marianne Marcek, SAIL instructor, and Stephanie Cleveland, language arts and social studies instructor, both at Bettendorf Middle School, have been selected to be honored at the eighth Recognition Ceremony sponsored by the Connie Belin & Jacqueline N. Blank International Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development at the University of Iowa on May 11, 2002. The Recognition Ceremony honors talented students who have participated in the Belin-Blank programs. Each student is asked to identify the most influential teacher in his or her life. Marianne was selected by Katherine Karll, who has been selected to the Iowa Governor’s Institute for the Talented and Gifted. Stephanie was selected by Holly Mohr, who is being honored for commendation at the Invent Iowa State Invention Convention.
4.07 Congratulations to Zach Young on his 10th place finish at the Iowa State Mathcounts competition. Zach finished 10th out of approximately 130 students who competed at Drake University on March 15. Each of the participants had already competed in and advanced from their local Mathcounts competitions.

5. Consent Agenda.

Director Mayer inquired about the accuracy of the number of students listed under “Approval of Requests for Open Enrollment Into Bettendorf for 2001/02”. Superintendent Perdue will follow-up on this inquiry.

Motion by Director Anderson, seconded by Director Weigle, to approve the consent agenda as presented.

Ayes: 7 Directors Arney, Castro, Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle, Anderson.
Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

5.01 Approval of March 18, 2002 Special Meeting Minutes.
5.02 Approval of March 18, 2002 Regular Board Meeting Minutes.
5.03 Approval of Monthly Financial Reports.
5.04 Approval of April 8, 2002 Bills Recommended for Payment.
5.05 Approval of Administrative Recommendations--Personnel.
Early Retirements
Candace Crow/HH/5th Grade/Effective 6/30/02
Sandra Fritz/BHS/Counselor/Effective 6/30/02
Karen Hetzler/HH/1st Grade/Effective 6/30/02
Kaye Hink/PN/1st Grade/Effective 6/30/02
Dave Lewis/NA/Principal/Effective 6/30/02
Certified Approval to Hire
Kristy Klavemann-Egger/BMS/1.0 fte/6,7,8 Severe-Profound Special Ed/BA,7/$31,611/Effective 8/02
Melanie Gellhaus/BHS/Nurse/.20 fte/BA,4/$5,209/ Working 36 student days of the school year/Effective 8/02
Modification of Contract
Sharon Brooks/BHS/Nurse/Reduce to .80 fte from 1.0/ working 144 student days of the school year/Effective 08/02
Certified Resignations
Mitzila Donner/BMS/6th grade Social Studies & Math/Effective end of 2001/02 school year
Correction
Jay Fitzgerald/BHS/2001-02 Head Sophomore Basketball (Girls) coaching contract issued incorrectly as $3,359/Correct amount is $3,539/$180 to be issued in lump sum since assignment completed February 2002
Schedule D Resignation
Chad Uhde/BHS/Assistant Sophomore Football Coach/Effective end of 2001/02 school year
Robbie Furne/BHS/Assistant freshman Football Coach/Effective end of 2001/02 school year
Schedule D Request to Hire
Robbie Furne/BHS/Assistant Sophomore Football Coach/Per 2002/03 salary schedule/Replacing Chad Uhde/Effective 8/02
Classified - Resignation
Mary Day/HH/Food Service/Effective 4/9/02
Susan Gordon/BMS/Food Service/Effective 5/29/02
Paula Shaw/BHS/Food Service/Effective 4/12/02
Classified - Recommendation for Employment
Nicole Blain/MT/Individual Aide/$9.25 per hour/21 hours per week/Replacing Jennifer Langan/Effective 4/1/02
April Williams/BMS/Food Service-Regular Part-Time/$6.66/$7.44 after 90 days/4.5 hours per day/Replacing Tracy Seiler/Effective 4/1/02
Classified - Letter of Assignment Modification
Karen Dodd/From BHS to BMS/Food Service-Regular Part-Time/5 hours per day/Replacing Susan Gordon/Effective 8/22/02
Shari Froeschle/BMS/Food Service-Assistant Supervisor/Increase annual salary $1,304.33/Increase from 200 days to 215 days per year due to Neil Armstrong’s year-round schedule/Effective 4/3/02
Jacque Krause/BHS/From Food Service-Baker to Food Service Van Driver/$11.42 per hour/8 hours per day/Replacing Laura Herreld/Effective 4/1/02
Debbie Petersen/NA/Food Service-Satellite Worker/From 3 to 4.25 hours per day/Increased Breakfast participation/Effective 4/15/02
Monica Sumhlei/BHS/Food Service-Regular Part-Time/From 5 to 1 hour per day/Effective 4/1/02
5.06 Approval of Requests for Open Enrollment.
Into Bettendorf, 2001/02
Brittany Dally, grade 8, from Davenport, continuation due to change of residence
Elijah Dally, grade 5, from Davenport, continuation due to change of residence
Jessica Dally, grade 11, from Davenport, continuation due to change of residence
Julia Hare, grade 8, from Davenport, good cause
Steven Hockaday, grade 5, from Davenport, continuation due to change of residence
James Larson IV, grade 2, from Pleasant Valley, continuation due to change of residence
Sommer Petersen, grade 1, from Davenport, continuation due to change of residence
Out of Bettendorf, 2001/02
Kathryn Brewster, grade 5, to Pleasant Valley, good cause due to change of residence
Christian Castens, grade 1, to Pleasant Valley, continuation due to change of residence
Jackson Pierre, grade 9, to Davenport, continuation due to change of residence
Into Bettendorf, 2002/03
Ashley Hertter, kindergarten (as of 2002/2003), from Pleasant Valley
Out of Bettendorf, 2002/03
Jordan Simon, kindergarten (as of 2002/2003), to Davenport

6. Discussion Items.

6.01 Shared Communications.

Director Luton commended the efforts of BHS Senior, Josh Guffey, who recently donated $1,050.00 to the Fitness Education Center Committee (FECC) from funds raised by selling his artwork. Director Castro shared a recent portrait he purchased from Josh Guffey and also applauded his efforts and generous donation.

Director Luton inquired as to recruitment efforts related to the two principal vacancies at Paul Norton and Neil Armstrong. Superintendent Perdue noted that both positions have been advertised and staff members are also encouraged to apply. Currently, Superintendent Perdue is following up with one candidate for the Neil Armstrong principalship and recruitment efforts continue for the position at Paul Norton.

6.02 House Plan Report.

BMS Principal, Rick Herrig, provided a follow-up report on the BMS house plan. He reviewed ITBS, ITED, and NGE data and shared highlights since the house plan was instituted. Data indicated positive trends emerging since its implementation. Test result trends continue to improve, despite an increasing percentage of BMS at-risk students. Principal Herrig shared feedback from a parent survey, which suggested satisfaction with academic and social programming at BMS. In addition, student survey results overwhelmingly indicated a strong positive relationship with their teachers. BMS continues to refine the middle-level concept to meet the needs of students. A follow-up on the looping house concept will be presented to the Board during the summer months.

6.03 Budget Planning, 2002/03.

Superintendent Perdue updated directors on recent legislative action assigning a 1 percent allowable growth for 2002/03. Categorical program funding and teacher compensation are currently being reviewed as well. Paul Bobek provided updates on the spending plan, potential budget adjustments, and establishing a tax rate for the 2002/03 school year. The 2002/03 budget will be further refined and developed as key funding needs are solidified.

6.04 Sales Tax Bonding/Cash Flow.

Superintendent Perdue and Paul Bobek reviewed cash flow options for the construction improvement projects from the one-cent sales tax fund. The following four scenarios were presented:


ß Bond 100 percent of the improvement projects
ß Finance the improvement projects by borrowing from the escrowed savings account from the repayment of the 1997 referendum bonds
ß Cash flow the high school and Grant Wood projects from existing revenues and bond the balance needed for air-conditioning projects in 2003/04, or at a time when we can make an arbitrage savings.
ß Cash flow all projects.
The Board unanimously agreed to cash flow the BHS and Grant Wood projects, and to review funding options for the air-conditioning projects the following year.

6.05 Graduation Planning.

Directors discussed plans for the 2002 graduation ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, May 26, at 2:00 p.m. President Roski volunteered to be the speaker for this event. This ceremony will recognize the 50th anniversary of the first graduating class from Bettendorf High School.

6.06 2002/03 Board Meeting Dates.

Superintendent Perdue and directors reviewed the proposed 2002/03 Board meeting dates. This item will be placed on the consent agenda for approval at the April 22 Board meeting.

7. Action Items.

7.01 Approval of 2003 Budget.

Paul Bobek, Executive Director of Business Affairs, presented a detailed budget levy projection for the 2002/03 school year. The tax levy will be increasing based on the following new additions:
ß At-Risk Allowable Growth Increase - $0.49
ß Budget Guarantee - $0.13
ß Projections for an across-the-board budget cut for 2002/03 in cash reserves - $0.12
ß Other cash reserve needs to replenish budget cuts from 2001/02 and building levy power for a future PPEL vote - $0.51
The totals to the tax levy increase of $1.25 will bring the tax levy for FY 2003 to $15.81.

Motion by Director Anderson, seconded by Director Luton, to approve the fiscal year 2003 budget to a level of $15.81 per $1,000 for total expenditures of $38,416,295.

Ayes: 7 Directors Castro, Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle, Anderson, Arney.
Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

7.02 Proclamation: National Volunteer Week.

Director Weigle shared the National Volunteer Week Proclamation. Recognition activities during National Volunteer Week were shared.

Motion by Director Mayer, seconded by Director Anderson, to approve the proclamation naming April 21-27, 2002, as Volunteer Week in the Bettendorf Community School District.

Ayes: 7 Directors Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle, Anderson, Arney, Castro.
Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

7.03 Grant Wood Renovation Bid Acceptance.

Directors reviewed contract bids, including alternates, for the Grant Wood Elementary renovation. Funds for this project will originate from the district’s one-cent local option sales tax fund.

Motion by Director Mayer, seconded by Director Arney, to approve the bid packages, including alternates as listed in Exhibit A, not to exceed a total of $1,414,235 for renovation improvements to Grant Wood Elementary.

Ayes: 7 Directors Mayer, Roski, Weigle, Anderson, Arney, Castro, Luton.
Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

8. Superintendent’s Report.
8.01 PERL Levy. Superintendent Perdue recommended not pursuing a PERL levy at this time and to reevaluate its potential next year.
8.02 Policy Review Committee. The Policy Review Committee will meet on April 24 at 4:30 p.m. to review a group of isolated policies.
8.03 Superintendent’s Evaluation. President Roski will be meeting with Superintendent Perdue to review his evaluation and the Board’s input. This item will be placed on the April 20 Board Retreat agenda.
8.04 Next Agenda Planning. Superintendent Perdue reviewed agenda items for the regular Board meeting scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Monday, April 22, in addition to an exempt session or learning session prior to the regular meeting.

9. Future Events and Informational Items.
9.01 Thursday, April 11, BHS Career Fair
9.02 Monday, April 15, Superintendent Student Advisory Council, 8:00 a.m., BMS
9.03 Thursday, April 18, Parent Executive Council, 12:00 noon, RSAC
9.04 Thursday, April 18, Interest Based Bargaining, 4:15 p.m., RSAC
9.04 Friday, April 19, Bettendorf Schools Foundation Executive Committee, 12:00 noon, RSAC
9.05 Saturday, April 20, Board Retreat, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, RSAC
9.06 April 21 – 27, National School Volunteer Week
9.07 Monday, April 22, Board of Education Meeting, 7:00 p.m., RSAC

10. Adjournment.

Motion by Director Castro to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 p.m.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BETTENDORF COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BETTENDORF, IOWA

Unofficial Minutes of the April 8, 2002, Public Hearing
*Pending Board Approval

1. Call to Order

The Board of Directors of the Bettendorf Community School District, in the County of Scott, state of Iowa, met in open session according to Iowa law for a public hearing at the Ray Stensvad Administration Center, 3311 Central Avenue, Bettendorf, Iowa, on April 8, 2002. President Roski called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m. Lynne Lindstrom, Board Secretary, verified that the meeting notice had been posted and mailed to the media as required by law.

Members present: Directors Anderson, Arney, Castro, Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle.
Members absent: None.
Other officials present: John Perdue, Superintendent; Paul Bobek, Executive Director of Business Affairs, John Campbell, Director of Operations; Candy Eggers, BEA Representative; Alex Zikra and Drew Colville, Student Representatives; Jeff Ehrmann, Board Treasurer; Lynne Lindstrom, Board Secretary.

2. Public Hearing.

The public hearing on the proposed FY’2003 Budget p.m. opened at 7:09 p.m. President Roski invited interested parties to comment or file objections to the proposed FY’2003 budget. There were no comments from the audience. The public hearing closed at 7:09 p.m.

The public hearing on the proposed transportation contracting study opened at 7:10 p.m. April 10 is the scheduled date for projected bid opening on this project. The Board report on bid proposals will take place April 22, 2002, with Board discussion scheduled for May 6. No formal action will be taken on the transportation contracting prior to the May 20, 2002, Board meeting. The public hearing on the proposed transportation contract ended at 7:10 p.m.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BETTENDORF COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BETTENDORF, IOWA

Unofficial Minutes of the April 8, 2002, Special Meeting
(Pending Board Approval)

1. Call to Order

The Board of Directors of the Bettendorf Community School District, in the County of Scott, state of Iowa, met in open session according to Iowa law for their special Board meeting at the Ray Stensvad Administration Center, 3311 Central Avenue, Bettendorf, Iowa, on April 8, 2002. President Roski called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. Lynne Lindstrom, Board Secretary, verified that the meeting notice had been posted and mailed to the media as required by law.

Members present: Directors Anderson, Arney, Castro, Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle.
Members absent: None.
Other officials present: John Perdue, Superintendent; Judy Miller, Director of Human Resources; Paul Bobek, Executive Director of Business Affairs; Lynne Lindstrom, Board Secretary.

2. Agenda Approval.

Motion by Director Arney, seconded by Director Anderson, to approve the agenda as presented.

Ayes: 7 Directors Anderson, Arney, Castro, Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle.
Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

3. Exempt Session.

Motion by Director Luton, seconded by Director Anderson, to enter into exempt session for the purpose of discussing strategies for negotiations.

Ayes: 7 Directors Arney, Castro, Luton, Mayer, Roski, Weigle, Anderson.
Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

Directors entered into exempt session at 6:04 p.m.

4. Return to Open Session.

Directors returned to open session at 7:04 p.m.

5. Adjournment.

Motion by Director Mayer to adjourn the meeting at 7:04 p.m.