Ashby Public School Board Minutes

​June 15, 2006
 
The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on June 15, 2006 in the Media Center of the School.  Chairman Rylander called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM with members Bestul, Graham, LaRue, Nelson, Risbrudt, Rylander, and Wing present.  Also present were Allan Jensen, Roger Jansen, and Renee Melby.
 
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 
Mr. Risbrudt moved to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by Mrs. Graham.  MCU.
 
Mr. Nelson moved to approve the following consent agenda:

• Approval of May 18, 2006 minutes.
• Approval of June 5, 2006 minutes.
• YTD Financial Report.
• Approval of bills:  May Hand-payables: $41,851.41, May Wire Transfers: $29,752.88, and June bills: $27,988.03.

Mrs. Wing seconded.  MCU.
 
Chairman Rylander read a thank you note from Kari Piekarski for the boards commitment to education.  Thank you notes were read from Neil, Meredith, and Jay Turner; Jacob Jaenisch; and Jaden Witt for supporting the 2006 Challenge Academy.
 
Board Reports
Mr. Risbrudt reported that the fencing has been received and will be installed soon.
 
Mr. Nelson reported on Region I.
 
Mr. Rylander reported on the MSBA Legislative Meeting held in Underwood attended by himself, Mrs. Wing, and Mr. Jensen.
 
Principal’s Report
Mr. Jansen reported on the following:

• Graduation was held May 28th with 24 graduates.
• A new math series has been selected for Kindergarten through 5th Grade.  There will be training for teachers in August.  A meeting with parents to discuss the new program will also be held.
• Mr. Jansen expressed to the Board that they need to develop a policy for expenses for athletes attending State Competition.
• New legislation requires schools to hold five lock down drills each year.

 
Superintendent’s Report
Mr. Jensen reported on the following:

• The summer schedule business hours Monday through Thursday has begun.
• The custodial staff is busy cleaning and fixing in the building.
• Sidewalks will be installed due to Fire Marshall order on the east side of the cafeteria and on the west side ECFE/Kindergarten exits.  The sidewalk on the east side of the cafeteria will also serve as a delivery access point.

 

• Interviews have been conducted for the music position.  Ashby has offered a contract to a Vocal Instructor and Evansville has offered a contract to an Instrumental Instructor.  The Districts plan to share these instructors.  The Administration from both districts will be meeting to develop a schedule and expectations.
• The Kubota tractor/loader/mower has arrived.
• Mr. Jensen thanked Mr. Rylander for his work on the planting of the lilacs on the south side of the football field.
• The baseball field right fence is here and ready to be installed.

 
Discussion Items
Mrs. Graham made a motion to renew membership in MREA for 2006/2007.  Mr. LaRue seconded.  MCU.
 
Mr. Nelson made a motion to hire DeNette Rocholl for a temporary summer custodial position.  Mrs. Graham seconded.  MCU.
 
A quote was received for air conditioning the Ag and Business classrooms.  Mr. Jensen will investigate other options that would include the Music classroom.
 
Action Items
Mr. LaRue made a motion to accept the resignation of Linda Boe as High School Secretary.  Mr. Risbrudt seconded.  MCU.  The Board expressed their appreciation for 35 years of service.
 
Mr. Nelson made a motion to approve the contract with Ryan Risbrudt for Elementary/Middle School Teacher.  Mr. LaRue seconded.  MCU.
 
Mr. Risbrudt made a motion to call for bids for dairy, vehicle fuel, and vehicle maintenance.  Mrs. Wing seconded.  MCU.
 
Mr. LaRue made a motion to approve the 2006-2007 Budget as follows.  Mr. Nelson seconded.  MCU.
 
                                      Revenue                       Expenditure
Fund 01            2,156,963                       2,289,592
Fund 02                 96,115                            98,106
Fund 04                 38,695                            51,333
Fund 06                   4,000                            50,000
Fund 07               496,168                          579,215
         Total:       2,791,941                       3,068,246
 
Aid Anticipation was discussed.  No action taken.
 
Ashby will extend an invitation to the Evansville Board for a get acquainted meeting for July 19, 2006, 7:00 pm.
 
Mr. Nelson made a motion to hire Joey Andreasen as Head Football Coach.  Mrs. Graham seconded.  MCU.
 
Mrs. Wing made a motion to accept the gift of $300.00 from the Class of 1956 to be used for a speakers podium.  Mr. Bestul seconded.  MCU.
 
Mr. Nelson made a motion to accept the Non-Certified salary schedule for 2006/2007 as presented by the negotiation committee.  Mr. LaRue seconded.  MCU.
 
Mr. LaRue made a motion to approve a 2 year contract with Mr. Jensen as presented by the negotiation committee.  Mr. Nelson seconded.  MCU.
 
Mrs. Wing made a motion to adjourn at 8:55 pm.  Mrs. Graham seconded.  MCU.
 
 
 
                                                                                    ______________________________
                                                                                    Warren Nelson, Clerk