The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, in the Lunchroom, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:31 pm by President Tawny Hoover.  The following members were present: Tracy Dickey, Devin Ellrich (arrived at 5:45 pm), Marsha Habben, and Logan Peters

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Hannah Koppenhaver, and Stephanie Sindt. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Dickey.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  Stephanie Sindt asked questions about how open forum works and how to discuss her concerns with the board.

Educational News:  Superintendent Olson presented the board with the daycare report from Daycare Director Darlene Box. Highlights include:  daycare remains full, we are fully staffed at this time, daycare continues to attend the Rolfe pool, will be attending summer reading at the library, and some of the equipment on the playground needs attention.  Superintendent Olson presented the board with his Superintendent’s Report. He is planning to be in Gilmore City two half days per week rather than one full day to give him an opportunity to be more present with the staff.

Old Business:  None

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes; Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented; 2^nd Reading of Board Policies – 604.06, 701.02, 708; 1^st Reading of Board Policies – 200.04, 210.05, 213, 401.05R1.  Seconded by Peters. Motion Carried.

New Business

Motion made by Habben to approve the Milk Bid from Anderson Erickson and the Bread Bid from Okoboji Bake Shop for 2023-2024.  Seconded by Dickey.  Motion Carried.

Motion made by Dickey to approve Meal Prices for students to remain the same and for Adults the following change:  Breakfast: 2.25 and Lunch: 4.85 for the 2023-2024 school year. Seconded by Habben. Motion Carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve the School Fees for K-6 to be $95.00 / student with family max of $225.00 for the 2023-2024 school year.  Seconded by Dickey.  Motion Carried. 

Contracts:  Motion made by Dickey to approve hiring Beth Schmidt as 2^nd Grade Instructor with a salary of $53,000.00, pending all certifications are obtained.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion Carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 6:05pm. Seconded by Dickey.  Motion Carried.

 

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Tawny Hoover, President                                                                  Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:31 pm by President Tawny Hoover.  The following members were present: Tracy Dickey, Devin Ellrich, and Marsha Habben (arrived at 5:36 pm) Absent was Logan Peters.

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Hannah Koppenhaver. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Dickey moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper reported to the board that she has been very busy working on the following items:  faculty training, SEL, parent collaboration, technology integration, and list of banned books.  The leadership team held a mini retreat on August 2^nd and was aimed at fostering collaboration, strategic planning, and personal growth.  Superintendent Olson informed the board that he is still getting acclimated to his new settings. It has been wonderful to meet the staff as they have been coming into school. Superintendent Olson presented the board with the daycare report from Daycare Director Darlene Box. Highlights include:  daycare remains full, we are fully staffed at this time, daycare continues to attend the Rolfe pool, attended free movies at Pocahontas movie theater five times this summer, August 18^th will be an end of the summer party with bouncy house and foam machine, and some of the equipment on the playground needs attention.

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes; Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented; 2^nd Reading of Board Policies 200.04, 210.05, 213, 401.05R1; 1^st Reading of Board Policies – 401.10, 407.01, 407.02, 407.03, 407.04.  Seconded by Dickey. Motion Carried.

New Business

Motion made by Habben to approve the Legislative Resolutions #1 – Student Achievement, #3 – Early Literacy, #9 – Sharing and Reorganization, & #14 – School Funding Policy for 2023-2024.  Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion Carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve sub pay of Teacher Sub - $125 / day and Para Sub – $95 / day along with changing the starting pay for Para’s to $12.00 / hour for the 2023-2024 school year. Seconded by Dickey. Motion Carried.

Motion made by Ellrich to approve financial assistance for a current staff member with getting their TAG endorsement.  Seconded by Dickey.  Motion Carried. 

Motion made by Habben to approve purchasing stair treads from Flooring America for $12,979.00.  Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion Carried.

Resignations: Motion was made by Dickey to approve the resignation from Alecia Tille as a Para Professional. Seconded by Habben.  Motion carried.

Contracts:  Motion made by Habben to approve hiring Diane Cronk as a part time Para and part time Daycare employee and Cathy Ohnemus as the 3 year old Preschool teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.  Seconded by Dickey.  Motion Carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 6:14 pm. Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion Carried.

 

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Tawny Hoover, President                                                                  Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Tawny Hoover.  The following members were present: Tracy Dickey, Devin Ellrich, Marsha Habben, and Logan Peters.

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, and Principal Johanna Cooper. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper updated the board that the Leadership team had a mini retreat in August.  They worked on collaboration, planning, and personal growth.  The beginning of the year picnic went well and she will continue to work on parent involvement with the school.  Staff had new smart boards installed in their rooms and will get training for the use of them.  Carpet was installed in a few rooms and has made the spaces more comfortable and hygienic.

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson updated the board about upcoming policies that will be presented to the board in the next few months due to Senate File 496 that was recently passed.  The chickens have found a new home so are no longer on school property.  The West Bend FFA will be taking over the care of the bees.  Dr. Olson presented the board with some preliminary count numbers.  Official count day is the beginning of October. 

Daycare Director Darlene Box submitted her report to the board updating them on upcoming closures for the Daycare.  Thanksgiving Break, November 23^rd and November 24^th; Winter Break, December 24^th through January 2^nd.  The week long closure will allow for deep cleaning and maintenance in the daycare rooms.  Daycare remains full and has a waiting list.  Employee turnover has been high with school starting and employees going back to the school side and other jobs.   

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes; Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented; Open Enrollments; 2^nd Reading of Board Policies 401.10, 407.01, 407.02, 407.03, 407.04; 1^st Reading of Board Policies – 408.02, 408.03, 409.01, 409.02.  Seconded by Dickey. Motion Carried.

New Business

Motion made by Dickey to approve Bank Iowa in Gilmore City as the official banking depository for the district for the 2023-2024 school year with the limit of $5,000,000.  Seconded by Habben.  Motion Carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve appoint Steve Avery as School Attorney for the 2023-2024 school year.  Seconded by Ellrich. Motion Carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve Humboldt Independent as the Official Publication for the 2023-2024 school year.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion Carried. 

Motion made by Habben to appoint Tracy Dickey as IASB Delegate to attend the IASB Delegate Assembly.  Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion Carried with Dickey abstaining from voting.

At 6:09 pm Habben made a motion to move into Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)c to discuss with counsel matters currently in litigation. Seconded by Dickey.  Roll Call vote: Ayes: Hoover, Habben, Dickey, Ellrich, & Peters.  Nays:  None. Motion carried.

At 6:49 pm Habben made a motion to come out of Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)c to discuss with counsel matters currently in litigation.  Seconded by Dickey. Roll Call vote:  Ayes: Hoover, Habben, Dickey, Ellrich, & Peters. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Resignations: Motion was made by Habben to approve the termination of Diane Cronk. Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion carried.

Contracts:  Motion made by Habben to approve hiring Sheila Haley, Cleo Boles, Jade Kelly, Brooklyn Miller as Daycare Employees and Kelsey Mersch and Phylicia Gafford as Para Professionals.  Seconded by Dickey.  Motion Carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 6:53 pm. Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion Carried.

 

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Tawny Hoover, President                                                             Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Tawny Hoover.  The following members were present: Tracy Dickey, Devin Ellrich, Marsha Habben, and Logan Peters.

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, and Principal Johanna Cooper. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper updated the board on the ISASP test scores from the spring testing.  She reviewed with the board where our students are at with their proficiency in math and reading.  Ms. Cooper went over with the board the different strategies the staff will be working on to increase the reading scores.  Professional development plans were given to the board as well. 

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson updated the board on some preliminary enrollment numbers.  Certified enrollment is due on October 15^th.  Dr. Olson reviewed the flyer that will be sent out to households promoting GCB’s school district.  The bees will stay in Gilmore over the winter since there is quite a few hives to move and this will give them more time in the spring to acclimate to a new environment once moved.  Dr. Olson asked the board about the possibility of moving some of the high school baseball games to West Bend.  At this time the board would like to continue to host all the home ball games in Gilmore City per the sharing agreement. 

Daycare Director Darlene Box submitted her report to the board updating them on upcoming closures for the Daycare.  Daycare remains full and has a waiting list.  Employee turnover has been high so we will have some overtime for this month while Darlene continues to work on hiring new staff.  Beau is looking at some of the playground equipment that needs some attention. 

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Ellrich moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes; Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented; Open Enrollments; 2^nd Reading of Board Policies 408.02, 408.03, 409.01, 409.02: 1^st Reading of Board Policies – 409.03, 409.04, 409.05, 409.06.  Seconded by Peters. Motion Carried.

New Business

Motion made by Dickey to approve the Request for Allowable Growth & Supplemental Aid for a Negative Special Education Balance of $167,237.18.  Seconded by Habben.  Motion Carried.

Contracts:  Motion made by Habben to approve hiring Rachael Woods, Megan Johnson, and Lucy V as Daycare Employees and Amber Niles for Garden Club, Sasha Aagesen for Art Club, and Hannah Geer for Litte Chefs Club.  Seconded by Ellrich.  Motion Carried.

Ellrich moved to adjourn at 6:19 pm. Seconded by Dickey.  Motion Carried.

 

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Tawny Hoover, President                                                             Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Tawny Hoover.  The following members were present: Tracy Dickey, Marsha Habben, and Logan Peters. Absent Devin Ellrich

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, and Principal Johanna Cooper. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper updated the board that parent teacher conferences were a great success.  On October 26^th the students practiced school bus evacuation drills.  She updated the board on leadership team, PLC’s, school’s long-term goals, creating a SIAC committee, and that the Veteran’s Day program is coming up on November 9^th.    

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson updated the board on the flier that was recently sent out that was promoting GCB school district.  He wondered if anyone had heard any feedback yet.  The purpose was to promote the quality education and daycare facilities that we have to offer.  Dr. Bob would like to invite the new board members to the IASB conference next week.   

Daycare: No report this month

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes; Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented; Open Enrollments; 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 409.03, 409.04, 409.05, 409.06. 1^st Reading of Board Policies – 402.02, 405.02, 503.07, 503.07E1, 503.07E2, 605.01, 605.01R1, 605.02, 605.03, 605.03R1, 605.03E5, 605.05, 605.07R1.  Seconded by Dickey. Motion Carried.

New Business

Motion made by Habben to approve the SBRC Allowable Growth for Increasing Enrollment of $0.00. Seconded by Tracy Dickey.  Motion carried. 

Motion made by Habben to approve SBRC Allowable Growth for Open Enrollment out not in Fall 2022 of $38,854.00.  Seconded by Dickey. Motion carried. 

Motion made by Habben to approve SBRC Allowable Growth for ELL Beyond 5 years for $0.00.  Seconded by Dickey.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve the daycare wages as presented.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion Carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 5:48 pm. Seconded by Dickey.  Motion Carried.

 

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Tawny Hoover, President                                                         Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:32 pm by President Tawny Hoover.  The following members were present: Devin Ellrich, Marsha Habben, and Logan Peters. Absent Tracy Dickey

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Principal Johanna Cooper, Abbi Telford, April Smith, Cathy Ohnemus, and Jessica Nickman. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper updated the board on the commendable growth students demonstrated in their reading goals from fall to winter assessments.  Growth by grade: Kindergarten – 98%, 1^st Grade – 31%, 2^nd Grade - 54%, 3^rd Grade – 72%, 4^th Grade – 125%, 5^th Grade – 158%, 6^th Grade – 192%.  Collective average growth was 84%.  Great accomplishment by our students and staff!     

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson updated the board that the meeting tonight is essentially divided into two meetings, one for the old business and one for the newly organized board.  He would like to congratulate Abbi and April on being elected and to thank Tawny and Tracy for your years of service to the district.  Your leadership has been a great asset to the district.    

Daycare: Darlene Box submitted her report to the board with updates that the daycare remains full and we have a waiting list.  The daycare will be closed over Christmas break for deep cleaning and maintenance updates.  Looking ahead to next year Darlene would like to look at closing July 1 – July 7 for summer maintenance. 

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Ellrich moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes; Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 402.02, 405.02, 503.07, 503.07E1, 503.07E2, 605.01, 605.01R1, 605.02, 605.03, 605.03R1, 605.03E5, 605.05, 605.07R1.  Seconded by Habben. Motion Carried.

Habben moved to adjourn the 2022-2023 School Board at 5:41 pm. Seconded by Peters.  Motion Carried.

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Tawny Hoover, President                                                            Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Organizational Meeting on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                       

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:42 pm by Board Secretary Crystal Eggers. 

The board reviewed the election results. 

Board Secretary Eggers administered the Oath of Office the Newly Elected & Re-Elected Board Members:  Abbi Telford, April Smith, and Devin Ellrich.

The following members were present: Devin Ellrich, Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford.

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Principal Johanna Cooper, Cathy Ohnemus, and Jessica Nickman. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

New Business

Motion made by Habben to nominate Devin Ellrich as Board President. Seconded by Peters.  Habben requested all nominations to cease.  Ellrich was voted President by unanimous vote with Ellrich abstaining from voting.  Motion carried.

Board Secretary Eggers administered the Oath of Office to newly elected President Ellrich.  Ellrich took over the meeting as Board President.

Motion made by Peters to nominate Habben as Vice President.  Seconded by Telford.  Peters requested all nominations to cease.  Habben was voted Vice President by unanimous vote with Habben abstaining from voting.  Motion carried.

Board Secretary Eggers administered the Oath of Office to the re-elected Vice President Habben. 

The board took time to sign up for various committees for the upcoming year. 

1^st Reading Board Policies: 607.02, 607.02R1, 402.03, 402.05

Habben moved to accept the resignation from Rachel Wood in the daycare.  Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve hiring Melissa Johnson for the daycare.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 5:57 pm. Seconded by Peters.  Motion Carried.

 

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Devin Ellrich, President                                                                 Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:32 pm by Vice President Marsha Habben.  The following members were present: Logan Peters (arrived at 5:45pm), April Smith, and Abbi Telford.  Absent: Devin Ellrich.

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Principal Johanna Cooper, and Hannah Koppenhaver. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Smith moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper updated the board that we have a few para’s taking training from the AEA to get their Para License.  Elementary teachers are looking at their WIN groups to see where everyone is at and make adjustments to the groups. Report cards go home on Friday.  Letters will be going home to students that have missed more than 10 days.  Our first SIAC committee meeting will be held on January 18, 2024.       

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson updated the board that we will be having a joint board meeting on January 22, 2024 at 5:30n pm in West Bend.    

Daycare: Darlene Box submitted her report to the board with updates that the daycare remains full and we have a waiting list.  We will no longer be having the consignment sale.  We will look into other fundraisers.    

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Peters moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes; Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 607.02, 607.02R1, 402.03, 402.05.  Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 503.01, 503.01R1, 503.02, 503.08

Motion made by Smith to Approve the At-Risk Dropout Modification Supplemental Amount of $30,951. Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

Peters moved to accept the resignation from Bre Miller as a Para Professional.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Smith moved to approve hiring Keisha Rubel as a Para Professional and for the daycare.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Motion made by Smith to enter Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 5:51 pm.  Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried. 

Motion made by Smith to exit Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:13 pm.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

Peters moved to adjourn at 6:14 pm. Seconded by Smith.  Motion Carried.

 

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Marsha Habben, Vice President                                                     Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford.  Absent: None

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Principal Johanna Cooper, Daycare Director Darlene Box, Hannah Koppenhaver, Adalynn Koppenhaver, and Willow Barling. 

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper updated the board about the iReady scores for students and our students are continuing to grow in both reading and math.  The student success committee continues to meet on a weekly basis to ensure students are getting the necessary support.  So far our data has shown great improvements for the students that have had support systems put in place.  One of my goals is to increase the community engagement at GC-B and to celebrate the great things we are doing here!       

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson discussed with the board the different school funds and the uses for each of the funds.    

Daycare: Darlene Box updated the board that the daycare remains full and we have a waiting list. 

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes; Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 503.01, 503.01R1, 503.02, and 503.08.  Seconded by Peters. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 502.07, 505.04, 605.06, and 605.06R1

Discussion was had on the Daycare Handbook. 

Discussion was had on the Early Retirement policy.

Public Hearing for the Proposed Property Tax was set for March 25, 2024 at 5:30 pm.

Peters moved to accept the resignation from Danielle Johnson as a Daycare Worker.  Seconded by Habben. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve hiring Sophia Juenger as a Daycare Lead.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to enter Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:09 pm.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried. 

Motion made by Habben to exit Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:24 pm.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to move into Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)c to discuss strategy with legal counsel in matters presently in litigation, or where litigation is imminent, if disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the board at 6:24 pm. Seconded by Smith. Roll Call vote: Ayes: Ellrich, Habben, Peters, Smith, Telford.  Nays: None. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to exit Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)c

to discuss strategy with legal counsel in matters presently in litigation, or where litigation is imminent, if disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the board at 6:40 pm. Seconded by Peters. Roll Call vote: Ayes: Ellrich, Habben, Peters, Smith, Telford.  Nays: None. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 6:41 pm. Seconded by Smith.  Motion Carried.

 

______________________________________            ________________________________
Devin Ellrich, President                                                                    Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:33 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford.  Absent: None

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Principal Johanna Cooper, Daycare Director Darlene Box, Hannah Koppenhaver, and Adalynn Koppenhaver.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper updated the board that ISASP testing will take place between April 8^th and April 30^th.  More information and a testing schedule will be sent to parents through JMC.  The conditions of learning survey will  be opening April 1^st through April 30^th.  It is important that our students participate but it is not mandatory.  Students can opt out of it.  Parents and staff are also able to participate in the survey.  This survey is used to improve safety, student engagement, and the overall learning environment.  The SIAC committee met today.  There have been some changes in the cafeteria aimed at ensuring the well-being of students and staff.  We are offering a wider variety of nutritious options to help with the health of our school community. 

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson updated the board that West Bend-Mallard hired Tiffany Morey as our new Pre – 8^th Grade principal.  She will be replacing Paul Peppmeier who is the new Superintendent for next year.  There were 12 applicants for the position.  The board interviewed two excellent candidates.  West Bend is looking to remodel the current wrestling room into more classrooms.  The wrestling club in Gilmore City is willing to lease their space for our middle school and high school program to practice until we get a facility built or figured out where they will go. 

Daycare: Crystal Eggers updated the board that the daycare received a grant from the state for $42,000.00.   

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Smith moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 502.07, 505.04, 605.06, 605.06R1.  Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 209.02, 405.08, 501.03, 505.08, 505.08R1

Telford moved to approve the changes to the Daycare Handbook.  Seconded by Habben.  Motion carried.

Public Hearing for FY2025 Budget was set for April 17^th at 5:30 pm

Public Hearing for 2024-2025 School Calendar was set for April 17^th at 5:30 pm

It was resolved by Marsha Habben that the Board of Directors of Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD, will levy property tax for fiscal year 2024-2025 for the regular program budget adjustment as allowed under section 257.14, Code of Iowa.  Seconded by April Telford.  Motion carried unanimously.

Habben moved to approve the 3 year contract with Timberline.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried

Habben moved to approve the AEA Purchasing Agreement.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried. 

Smith moved to approve Early Retirement policy.  Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried. 

Habben moved to approve the 2^nd Grade field trip to Boone based on it having to do with their curriculum.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried. 

Habben moved to accept the resignation from Sasha Aageson as an Elementary Teacher effective the end of the school year.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to accept the resignation from Hannah Quintus as an Elementary Teacher effective the end of the school year.  Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

Habben moved to accept the resignation of Kelsey Mersch as Para Professional.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve hiring Rachel Woods and Madison McRunnel as daycare workers.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to enter Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:12 pm.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried. 

Motion made by Habben to exit Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:55 pm.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Telford moved to adjourn at 6:55 pm. Seconded by Habben.  Motion Carried.

 

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Devin Ellrich, President                                                                   Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Special Public Hearing Meeting on Monday, March 25, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:42 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford.  Absent: None

Visitors:   Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson and Board Secretary Crystal Eggers,

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

The Public Hearing on the Proposed Property Tax for FY25 was opened at 5:43 pm. 

Superintendent Olson reviewed the notice that was published on March 14, 2024 for the school district.  The $14.49 rate per thousand was explained that this was higher due to the proposed legislation of teacher salaries that had not been passed yet.  No patrons were present and there were no other questions.

The Public Hearing was closed at 5:52 pm

Habben moved to adjourn at 5:52 pm. Seconded by Telford.  Motion Carried.

 

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Devin Ellrich, President                                                                  Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Special Meeting on Monday, April 8, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541.

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich. The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: None

Visitors: Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, and Shelly Bickel

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

No exempt session was held.

Peters moved to approve the Early Retirement Policy for FY24 for Licensed and Non Licensed Personnel as presented. Seconded by Habben. Motion carried.

The GCB Education Association presented their proposal to the board for FY25. They proposed increases to match the state mandatory salaries along with an early signing bonus and $500 longevity bonus for all returning certified staff.

The GCB Board did not counter the offer.

Habben moved to approve the Certified Contracts for FY25 as presented with the option for Certified Staff to decide to be paid out unused sick or personal leave for the current year (no previous) at a rate of $70 / day or roll them over to the next year at the end of the school year beginning with FY25. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve classified salaries as presented for kitchen, bus drivers, and maintenance along with approving district paid single health insurance coverage for full time classified staff. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to accept the resignations from McKenzie Weiss as Guidance Counselor and retirement from Tammy Jergens as Office Administrative Assistant effective the end of this school year. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 6:56 pm. Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

 

Devin Ellrich, President    Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Monday, April 22, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541.

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich. The following members were present: Marsha Habben, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: Logan Peters

Visitors: Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Jessica Nickman, Cathy Ohnemus, and Hannah Koppenhaver.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda: Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Open Public Forum: No comments

Educational News: Principal Johanna Cooper submitted her report to the board that LETRS training for our staff has concluded for this year. We will move on to the 2nd year of LETRS training next year for PD. ISASP testing will continue this week. On April 25th is our Spring Music Concert. April 30th will be a field trip for the school to Cooper’s Cove. On May 10 is the field trip to the Dairy Farm. We will be holding our Color Run event on May 10th. Last day of school is May 24th with an 11:00 am dismissal. We are still finalizing plans for summer camps. They will run for 3 weeks in June.

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson talked with the board about the recent tornado warning that happened on April 16th. We had our students shelter in the tornado shelter area. Safety is the most important for our students and staff. We will look into policy on how to handle if parents want to pickup their children when a warning is in place.

Daycare: No monthly update.

Old Business: None

Consent Agenda: Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda. Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2nd Reading of Board Policies: 209.02, 405.08, 501.03, 505.08, 505.08R1. Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

New Business

1st Reading Board Policies: 507.08, 507.08R1, 601.01, 603.05

At 5:42 pm President Ellrich declared the Public Hearing for the FY2025 Budget open. Superintendent Olson reviewed the budget. At 5:56 pm President Ellrich declared the Public Hearing closed. It was moved by Habben to approve the FY2025 Budget. Seconded by Smith. Motion Carried.

At 5:57 pm President Ellrich declared the Public Hearing for the 2024-2025 School Calendar open. Superintendent Olson reviewed the calendar options. At 6:09 pm President Ellrich declared the Public Hearing closed. It was moved by Habben to approve the 2024-2025 School Calendar that is approved by the West Bend Mallard CSD on April 23, 2024. Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

Habben moved to approve the FY23 Audit as presented. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried

Habben moved to table the Weed Control Contract. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to enter Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:17 pm. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to exit Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:40 pm. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried

Habben moved to accept the retirement of Shelly Bickel. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve the Classified Salaries as presented which includes attending PLC time on Wednesdays, paid for snow days not made up, pay out of current year’s unused sick or personal time or roll them over to next year, and single health insurance paid by the district for all full time classified employees. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 6:46 pm. Seconded by Smith. Motion Carried.

 

Devin Ellrich, President    Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541.

The meeting was called to order at 5:31 pm by President Devin Ellrich. The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford

Visitors: Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Principal Johanna Cooper, and Hannah Koppenhaver.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda: Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Open Public Forum: No comments

Educational News:    Principal Johanna Cooper updated the board that this week is teacher and staff appreciation week and we have been doing different things during the week to show our appreciation. The students’ last day will be May 24th at 11 am and the staff will be able to log their 16 hours of PD so they can be done at the end of the day as well. We have several field trips coming up. Summer camps are being finalized for the month of June and that information will be sent out to parents soon. End of the school year is wrapping up quickly.

Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson talked with the board about some draft policies he is working on for instances when there is a tornado warning. When school is in session, we have the authority over the students to keep them safe so we want to make sure we are taking their safety into consideration when making these policies. Dr. Bob will be meeting with one of our State Representatives to go over some concerns we have in the district.

Daycare: No monthly update.

Old Business: None

Motion made by Habben to move into Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)c to discuss strategy with legal counsel in matters presently in litigation, or where litigation is imminent, if disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the board at 5:36 pm. Seconded by Smith. Roll Call vote: Ayes: Ellrich, Habben, Peters, Smith, Telford. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to exit Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)c to discuss strategy with legal counsel in matters presently in litigation, or where litigation is imminent, if disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the board at 6:08 pm. Seconded by Peters. Roll Call vote: Ayes: Ellrich, Habben, Peters, Smith, Telford. Nays: None. Motion carried.
 
Consent Agenda: Telford moved to Approve Consent Agenda. Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2nd Reading of Board Policies: 507.08, 507.08R1, 601.01, 603.05. Seconded by Habben. Motion Carried.

New Business

1st Reading Board Policies: 704.06, 704.06R1, 713, and 713.R1.

Habben moved to approve the quote from Pinnacle Marketing Group to rebuild the school website. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried

Habben moved to approve the Weed Control Contract. Seconded by Peters. Motion carried. Habben moved to approve the Emergent 3 Contract. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve hiring Jennifer Metzger as Office Administrative Assistant and Joslyn McDanel as kitchen help. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Telford moved to adjourn at 6:33 pm. Seconded by Peters. Motion Carried.

 

Devin Ellrich, President    Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541.

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich. The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: None

Visitors: Superintendent Dr. Bob Olson, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Paul Peppmeier

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to move into Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session at 5:31 pm. Seconded by Smith. Roll Call vote: Ayes: Ellrich, Habben, Peters, Smith, Telford. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Motion made by Peters to move out of Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session at 6:22 pm. Seconded by Habben. Roll Call vote: Ayes: Ellrich, Habben, Peters, Smith, Telford. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Smith moved to hire Rachel Montag as .5 Principal and .5 Shared Curriculum Coordinator as presented. Seconded by Habben. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 6:24 pm. Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

 

Devin Ellrich, President    Crystal Eggers, Secretary