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The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on February 19, 2020 in the Media Center of the School. Vice Chair C. Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, and Spangler present. Absent: Wing. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Moore, Business Manager Renee Melby, Camille Schultz, Tony Munsterman, Autumn Aeling, and Brain Johnson.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Anderson moved to approve the amended agenda. Spangler seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: Brian Johnson Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Board Reports B. Johnson reported on Minnesota Rural Education Association and their work with PLC Groups, Sons of the American Legion upcoming AWF Wrestling in July 2020. Anderson reported on Region I Board Meeting and Region I Business Conference. Wings written report included Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Meeting, Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Camille Schultz reported on K-12 Art. Tony Munsterman reported on K-12 Music. Discussion Items Senior Baseball League State Tournament request for facility use in August 2020. Investment Services being pursued with Minnesota Liquid Asset Fund. Request for Baseball and Softball Junior High Coaches. Action Items Spangler made a motion to approve the the following Fundraisers: 8th Grade ALF Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast March 15th, 4th & 5th Grade ALF Fundraiser Elementary (Grades 3-5) Dance March 27th, 5th Grade Wolf Ridge Fundraiser Spaghetti Dinner and Basket Auction February 29th. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Rylander seconded. MCU. Vice Chair C. Johnson called the meeting adjourned at pm 7:39 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on January 22, 2020 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: None. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Moore, Business Manager Renee Melby, Peter Nelson, Noelle Kratzke, Andy Peterson, Amelia Barry, Halle Dahlen, and Brain Johnson.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. B. Johnson moved to approve the amended agenda. Spangler seconded. MCU. Board Reorganization: Anderson nominated Wing for Chairperson. Nominations were closed and Wing was declared elected by acclamation. Rylander nominated C. Johnson for Vice Chairperson. Nominations were closed and C. Johnson was declared elected by acclamation. Hoff nominated Anderson for Clerk. Nominations were closed and Anderson was declared elected by acclamation. B. Johnson nominated Rylander for Treasurer. Nominations were closed and Rylander was declared elected by acclamation. Senior Class Representatives Amelia Barry and Halle Dahlen presented their Senior Class Trip plans to Lake Okoboji, Iowa and fund raising events of Crush Can sale, and Bake Sale. Rylander made a motion to approve the Senior Class Trip and Fundraisers. Anderson seconded. MCU. Andy Peterson requested approval for the 9th Grade ALF Fundraiser – Flower Sales for Valentines Day. Spangler made a motion to approve. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Athletic Director’s Report Mr. Peterson reported on the following:
C. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Board Reports Hoff reported on School Board Convention. Anderson reported on School Board Convention. C. Johnson reported on School Board Convention. Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Meeting, Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting, School Board Convention, and MN Service Coop Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Peter Nelson reported on Health and Physical Education Noelle Kratzke reported on High School Math and Student Council. Discussion Items Otter Tail Power Company Solar Electricity (Private Sub-Contractor). Action Items Network Security and Privacy Liability Cyber Insurance – no action taken. C. Johnson introduced Resolution No. 20.05 Directing Administration to Recommend Program/Personnel Adjustments Due to Declining Enrollment and Diminishing Revenue. Hoff seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson-yes, Spangler-yes, Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, Rylander-yes, C. Johnson-yes, Wing-yes. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to name Official Depository as Viking Bank, Ashby and Official Newspaper as Ashby Dalton Post. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to set the following: Board Meetings: Day – 3rd Wednesday each month Time – 6:00 pm Place – Ashby Public School Media Center Board Compensation: $50/regular or special meeting, Chairperson stipend: $25/month Rylander seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to approve the Junior Class ALF Fundraiser – Jamboree with the Juniors for February 8, 2020, 1st and 2nd Grade ALF Fundraiser – Art Show for March 14, 2020, and Class of 2025 Arrow Clothing Fundraiser. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to approve the 2020-21 School Calendar. Spangler seconded. MCU. Discussion on splitting 2nd Grade for 2020-21. The Board gave consensus to move forward with the planning. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Spangler seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at pm 8:26 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on December 18, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the Truth and Taxation Meeting to order at 6:01 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: None. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Moore, Business Manager Renee Melby, Brooke Mayer, and Shelby McQuay.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Superintendent Niemann presented the Truth and Taxation information. Rylander made a motion to adjourn the Truth and Taxation Meeting. Hoff seconded. MCU. Adjourned at 6:08 PM. Chair Wing called the World’s Best Workforce Meeting to order at 6:09 PM. Principal Moore presented the World’s Best Workforce Information. Anderson made a motion to adjourn the World’s Best Workforce Meeting. Spangler seconded. MCU. Adjourned at 6:25 PM. The regular meeting was called to order at 6:26 pm. Anderson moved to approve the amended agenda. Rylander seconded. MCU. Shelby McQuay from Ehlers and Associates gave a presentation on Tools for Financing Capital Projects. B. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegations Ballots for the Region 1 Joint Powers Board were distributed and ballots cast by each Board Member. Board Reports Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Executive Committee Meeting, and Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Brooke Mayer reported on Staff Development and High School Science. Discussion Items Process for Assessing Capital Projects needs. School Lunch Account collections. Action Items C. Johnson introduced Resolution No. 20.04 Establishing Polling Places for Multiple Precincts for the Ashby School District No. 261. Rylander seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson-yes, Spangler-yes, Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, Rylander-yes, C. Johnson-yes, Wing-yes. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to cast vote for Jon Moore as the Administrative Rep to MREA for our Zone. Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to increase Sub Teacher Pay to $110 per day plus free lunch effective January 1, 2020. Spangler seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to certify the 19 Pay 20 Levy amount as $1,062,433.29. Hoff seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to change the January 2020 Board Meeting date to January 22, 2020 at 6:00 pm. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to create an Angel Fund Committee consisting of the following: Principal, Social Worker, Board Member, Reach Coordinator, Elementary Teacher. Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Spangler seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at pm 9:14 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in special session on November 12, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: Hoff. Also present were Superintendent Niemann and Renee Melby.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. B. Johnson moved to approve the agenda. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Discussion Items E Learning/Flex Learning Days. Action Items Spangler made a motion to canvas the Election Results from the November 5, 2019 Special Election for renewal of the existing Operating Referedum as follows: Votes Yes – 238, Votes No – 133. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to approve the Property Insurance bid from GIG, and the Workers Compensation Insurance bid from RAM. B. Johnson seconded. MCU Spangler made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 6:36 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on November 20, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, and Wing present. Absent: Spangler . Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Carol Koefod, Autumn Flickinger, and Brian Johnson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. B. Johnson moved to approve the amended agenda. Anderson seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: Brian Johnson C. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Board Reports Anderson reported on Region 1 Board Meeting, and Ashby School added as a TimeClock Plus user. Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Board Meeting and Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Carol Koefod reported on 2nd Grade. Autumn Flickinger reported on 1st Grade. Discussion Items Support for T-21 Letter. Renewal of all or a portion of the expiring building bond levy. Flex Learning. Anderson made a motion to add 9.4 Consider to approve Flex Learning to the agenda. Hoff seconded. MCU. Master Agreement Discussion. Action Items C. Johnson made a motion to table approving Cyber Coverage. Anderson seconded. MCU. Item was tabled. Anderson made a motion to approve supporting the Grant County T-21 Law. Hoff seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to approve the 2019-2021 Teacher Master Agreement. Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to approve Flex Learning to start January 1, 2020 if prepared. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 7:34 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in special session on October 7, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 8:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: none. Also present were Superintendent Niemann and Renee Melby. Dustin Steenblock joined the meeting at 8:13 pm.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Rylander moved to approve the agenda. Hoff seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: none Discussion Items Discussion of Polling Place for Special Election Action Items Rylander introduced the Resolution to Amend the Notice of Special Election to establish a new combined polling place. B. Johnson seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson-yes, Spangler-yes, Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, Rylander-yes, C. Johnson-yes, Wing-yes. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on October 23, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, Rylander, and Wing present. Absent: C. Johnson, Spangler . Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Anna Johnson, Kandace Norby, Andy Peterson, Melissa Peterson, Brian Johnson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Hoff moved to approve the agenda. Rylander seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: Brian Johnson Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegatations MSBA Annual Conference Board Reports Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Anna Johnson reported on Social Counseling. Kandace Norby reported on 3rd Grade. Discussion Items Andy Peterson presented information about a 2021 Student Trip to Europe. Action Items B. Johnson made a motion to approve the FY2019 Financial Audit. Anderson seconded. MCU. Early Childhood Screening with Horizon Public Health was tabled. Hoff made a motion to approve the 2019-20 Teacher Seniority List. Anderson seconded. MCU. Rylander made a motion to cast the ballot for trustees for MSBAIT voting for the 2 candidates for the 2 positions. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion approve the Special Board Meeting to Canvass Election Results as Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 6:00 pm in the Media Center of the Ashby School. Hoff seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to support the 2021 Student Trip to Europe. Johnson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Rylander seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 6:56 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on September 18, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: Hoff, Rylander. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Brenda Johnson, Laura Pettit, and Mary Reedy.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Anderson moved to approve the agenda. Spangler seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: none C. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegatations Mary Reedy from Clifton, Larson, Allen LLP presented the FY19 Financial Report. Ending Youth and Family Homelessness. REA Annual Conference. MSBA Annual Convention in January 2020. Board Reports B. Johnson reported on upcoming Homecoming Football Game with Current and Former Board Members being invited to participate in presenting the flag during the National Anthem. Anderson reported on the referendum committee meeting. Wing reported on Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting and the Fergus Falls Special Ed District Executive Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Laura Pettit reported on 5th Grade. Brenda Johnson reported on 4th Grade. Action Items C. Johnson made a motion to approve Annual Assurance of Compliance with State and Federal Discrimination Laws. Spangler seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to approve Renee Melby and Al Niemann authority to electronically transfer funds as allowed by MS471.38 and between Money Market and Checking Accounts. Anderson seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to certify the 2019 Pay 2020 Levy at the maximum. Spangler seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to accept Rylander Insurance Agency as the Ashby Public School Insurance Broker. Spangler seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion approving participation in the Teachers Retirement Part Time Teacher Program for Camille Schultz with employee paying the employer contributions on the difference between full-time contract salary and part-time salary. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 8:10 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on August 21, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, and Wing present. Absent: Spangler. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Andy Peterson, and Tom Gronwold.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. C. Johnson moved to approve the agenda. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: none Anderson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegatations MSBA is seeking nominations for School Board Delegates for new two year terms. Save the date: MSBA 2020 Leadership Conference January 16-17, 2020. Committee for Negotiations: Wing, C. Johnson, Anderson Operating Referendum Support Committee: Rylander, Anderson, Wing. Board Reports Wing reported on the Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Executive Committee Meeting and the Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting. Athletic Director’s Report Mr. Peterson reported on the following:
Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Tom Gronwold reported on his use of makeup contract hours, Fishing League, and the improving culture for students and staff for the upcoming school year. Discussion Items Ashby Public School support of community wide movement to raise tobacco age to 21. The Incredible Years Parenting Program. Action Items C. Johnson made a motion to approve the School Nursing Agreement with Prairie Ridge Hospital and Health Services. Anderson seconded. MCU. Rylander made a motion to change the date for the regular October Board Meeting to October 23, 2019. Hoff seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to approve the revisions and combining of the High School and Elementary Handbooks. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to approve the revisions to the Staff Handbook. Rylander seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to set Truth and Taxation Meeting as December 18, 2019, 6:01 pm. Hoff seconded. MCU. Anderson introduced Resolution No. 20.03 to appoint Election Judges. Rylander seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson-yes, Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, Rylander-yes, C. Johnson-yes, Wing-yes. Absent: Spangler. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to approve Committed Funds for Administrative Unused Sick Leave for FY19 in the amount of $10,320. Hoff seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 8:02 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on July 17, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, C. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: B. Johnson. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, and Cindy Welch. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Anderson moved to approve the amended agenda. Rylander seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: none Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegatations Minnesota Department of Education letter of full compliance for the Special Education Program. Board Reports Anderson reported on Region 1 and the Europe Trip with students. Wing reported on the Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Meeting and the Minnesota Service Coop Conference. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Cindy Welch reported on Kindergarten. Discussion Items Splitting the First Grade into two sections. Action Items C. Johnson made a motion to accept Request for Proposals for an Insurance Broker. Hoff seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to approve Al Niemann, Jon Moore, Suzanna Ecker, and Renee Melby to Sign Student Activity checks. Spangler seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to approve Superintendent Niemann for Annual Approval as Identified Official with Authority (a.k.a. ‘IOWA’) Rylander seconded. MCU. Bids received for milk: Dean’s Land O’Lakes: Esc. Firm 1/2 pint 1% milk .218 .22 1/2 pint skim milk .205 .21 1/2 pint chocolate skim .198 .203 Rylander made a motion to accept the firm milk bid from Dean’s Land O’Lakes. Spangler seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to participate in the Lakes Country Service Coop Bimbo Bakery Bid. Hoff seconded. MCU. Bids received for vehicle fuel: Ashby Equity: Unleaded gasoline $0.08 discount Diesel $0.08 discount Heavy Duty Oil $16.00 gallon Oil $4.50 quart Hoff made a motion to accept the fuel bid from Ashby Equity. Anderson seconded. MCU. Bids received for vehicle maintenance: Ashby Equity: Large busses maintenance $55.00/hr. Heavy Duty Oil $16.00 gallon Small vehicles maintenance $55.00/hr. Oil $4.50 quart Evansville Automotive: Large busses maintenance $32.00/hr. Heavy Duty Oil $19.00 gallon Small vehicles maintenance $32.00/hr. Oil $3.99 quart C. Johnson made a motion to accept the vehicle maintenance bid from Ashby Equity. Spangler seconded. MCU. Rylander made a motion to set fees for 2019-20 as follows: Admission Prices: Adults $6.00, Students $3.00, Seniors $3.00. Season passes: Fall: Family $40, Adult $30, Student $20, Seniors $20. Winter: Family $50, Adult $40, Student $20, Seniors $20. Activity fees: Students attending Ashby School: Grades 9-12 $50.00/activity, Grades 7-8 $25.00/activity. Family maximum $200.00/year. Non Ashby Enrolled Student: Grades 9-12 $175.00/activity, Grades 7-8 $87.50/activity. No Family maximum. Milk Break Grades 1-6: $40.00 per student/per school year Meals: Lunch: Breakfast: Elementary Students $2.40 Students $1.20 High School Student $2.55 Reduced free Reduced K-12 $0.40 Adults $1.80 Student Ala Carte item $1.00 Breakfast seconds $0.50 Extra Milk $0.30 Juice $0.30 Staff Adults $3.75 Adult Alacarte $1.50 Guest Students & Adults $4.00 Drivers Ed: Classroom $75.00, Behind the Wheel $225.00 Device Insurance: $30.00 (Grades 9th – 12th) or Damage Deposit: $50.00 (Grades 9th – 12th) Anderson seconded. MCU. C. Johnson introduced resultion No. 20.01 Approving Fiscal 2021 Long Term Facility Maintenance Plan. Spangler seconded. Roll call vote: Spangler-yes, Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, Rylander-yes, C. Johnson-yes, Wing-yes. Absent: B. Johnson. MCU C. Johnson made a motion to check into the language and change to five years the Resolution relating to renewing the expiring referendum revenue authorization of the School District and calling an election thereon. Rylander seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to approve the three year Athletic Training Services Agreement with Heartland Orthopedic Specialists – A Service of Alomere Health. Hoff seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to approve Ashby Brandon-Evavsville Cross County Cooperative Agreement. Anderson seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to approve the Literacy Plan as presented. Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Spangler seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 8:28 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in special session on July 24, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, C. Johnson, and Wing present. Absent: B. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler. Also present were Superintendent Niemann and Renee Melby. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Anderson moved to approve the agenda. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: none Action Items Hoff introduced Resolution No. 20.02 Relating to renewing the expiring referendum revenue authorization of the School District and calling an election thereon. C. Johnson seconded. Roll call vote: Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, C. Johnson-yes, Wing-yes. Absent: B. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to approve 1st Grade Teaching Contract for Micaela Proels. Hoff seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 6:10 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on June 19, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Hoff, B. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: Anderson, C. Johnson. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Paula Wojcik, and Lori Christianson.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. B. Johnson moved to approve the agenda. Rylander seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: Lori Christianson Current Capital Bonding Status was presented by Lori Christianson of ICS Consulting Inc. B. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Board Reports B. Johnson reported SAL Street Dance proceeds to be donated to the Ashby Legacy Fund. Wing reported on the Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Meeting and the Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Paula Wojcik reported on DAC Duties, High School English, Ashby Legacy Fund, and Drama Club. Discussion Items Initiating a Drama Club. Action Items Rylander made a motion to approve membership in Minnesota School Board Association for the 2019-20 School Year. Spangler seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to approve membership in Minnesota Rural Education Assocation for the 2019-20 School Year. Hoff seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to approve membership in the Minnesota State High School League for the 2019-20 School Year. Rylander seconded. Hoff made a motion to approve the 2019-20 Budget. B. Johnson seconded. MCU Revenue Expenditure Fund 01 3,337,217 3,331,073 Fund 02 179,150 208,001 Fund 04 113,176 80,875 Fund 07 548,939 535,325 Fund 08 5,000 5,000 Total: 4,183,482 4,160,274 Rylander made a motion to approve .3 additional contract time for Anna Johnson. Spangler seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to approve contract for BSN Sports/Nike Rewards Program. Hoff seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to approve calling for bids on dairy products, vehicle maintenance and fuel. Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff introduced resolution No. 19.04 Regarding Board Control of Extra Curricular Activities. B. Johnson seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson – yes, Spangler – yes, Hoff – yes, Rylander – yes, Wing – yes. Absent: Anderson, C. Johnson. MCU. Rylander made a motion for the formation of a Drama Club as presented by Paula Wojcik. Spangler seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 8:07 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on May 15, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, and Wing present. Absent: Spangler. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Marisa Baune, and Kandace Norby.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. B. Johnson moved to approve the agenda. Anderson seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: none Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Board Reports B. Johnson reported on the Grant County Yellow Ribbon Coalition and the Mock Crash held in Barrett. Anderson reported on Region 1Board Meeting and the Wellness Committee. Wing reported on the Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting and the Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Board Meeting,. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Marisa Baune reported on 6th Grade. Kandace Norby reported on 3rd Grade. Discussion Items Cooperative Agreement with Brandon-Evansville for Cross Country. Dustin Steenblock joined the meeting at 7:16 pm. Joining Heart-of-Lakes Fishing League. The Board gave approval for pursuing. Graduation. Action Items Rylander made a motion to approve the Support Staff Salary Schedule for 2019-20. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to approve Cash Land Agreement with Grace Johnson. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on April 17, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: Hoff, Rylander. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Peter Nelson, Heather Dewey, Jeff Seeley, Noelle Kratzke, Josey Ness, and Bradley Anderson.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Spangler moved to approve the amended agenda. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Recognition of Visitors: Jeff Seeley, Ehlers and Associates. Senior Class Representatives presented the plans for the Senior Class Trip May 17-19 to Duluth. C. Johnson made a motion to approve the Senior Class Trip as presented. Anderson seconded. MCU. Jeff Seeley from Ehlers and Associates gave a presentation on consideration of renewal of the Operating Referendum. B. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Board Reports B. Johnson reported on the Grant County Yellow Ribbon Coalition. Anderson reported on Region 1Board Meeting and the Wellness Committee. Wing reported on the Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Board Meeting, and Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Peter Nelson reported on Physical Education K-3 and High School. Heather Dewey reported on School Readiness and Early Childhood. Discussion Items Discussion on the School Weather closings. Action Items C. Johnson made a motion to approve the 2019-20 School Calendar. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to appoint Suzanne Wing as the Fergus Falls Area Special Ed Coop Representative. Spangler seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to renew Superintendent Contract with Al Niemann for two years. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to revise the 2018-19 School Calendar as a result of the two additional cancellation days. The revision is for the addition of two additional flex days for teachers. Spangler seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to approve the softball fundraiser. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Wing called the meeting adjourned at 7:48 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on March 20, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Acting Chair Rylander called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, Rylander, and Spangler present. Absent: C. Johnson, Wing. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Andy Peterson, Brenda Johnson, and Noelle Kratzke.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Spangler moved to approve the amended agenda. Anderson seconded. MCU. Anderson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Board Reports Anderson reported on Region 1 Business Conference. Hoff reported on Ashby Legacy Fund. B. Johnson reported on complements on the 5th Grade Fundraiser. The Yellow Ribbon Coalition of Grant County has requested an Ashby School Board Rep to be on the Steering Committee. He has volunteered to be on that committee. Athletic Director Report Mr. Peterson reported on the following:
Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Noelle Kratzke reported on the High School Math Department. Brenda Johnson reported on 4th Grade. Discussion Items Weather related cancellations was discussed. Action Items Rylander made a motion to make up 3 student days on May 28, 29, and 30. Teacher Workshop will be held on May 31st and Teaching Staff will log time for 1 more day. Spangler seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to approve the Ashby Legacy Fund Fieldtrip on April 9th. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Spangler seconded. MCU. Acting Chair Rylander called the meeting adjourned at 7:20 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on February 20, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: Anderson. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Camille Schultz, and Dustin Steenblock.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Spangler moved to approve the amended agenda. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. C. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communication/Delegations School Board Recognition Week is February 18-22. Certificates were distributed to Board Members. Board Reports Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Cooperative Executive Board Meeting and Lakes Country Service Cooperative Board Meeting. Hoff reported that she and Suzanne Wing met with Mr. Niemann on the Superintendent Evaluation. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Camille Schultz reported on the Art Department. Dustin Steenblock reported on the Ag Program and FFA. Discussion Items Information was distributed on a Social Media Coach. The 2018-19 School Calendar was discussed for possible make up days for the weather related cancellations. Action Items Spangler made a motion to table revising the 2018-19 School Calendar until the March 2019 meeting. Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at 7:56 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on January 23, 2019 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: none. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Laura Pettit, and Ruth Umlauf.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. B. Johnson moved to approve the agenda. Anderson seconded. MCU. Board Reorganization: Hoff nominated Wing for Chairperson. Nominations were closed and Wing was declared elected by acclamation. Rylander nominated C. Johnson for Vice Chairperson. Nominations were closed and C. Johnson was declared elected by acclamation. Spangler nominated Anderson for Clerk. Nominations were closed and Anderson was declared elected by acclamation. B. Johnson nominated Rylander for Treasurer. Nominations were closed and Rylander was declared elected by acclamation. Rylander made a motion for the following: Committees were assignments as follows: Special Ed Coop Board: Wing MSHSL Rep: Hoff Legislative Liaison: C. Johnson Negotiations: Wing, C. Johnson, Anderson Finance and Disbursement Review: Rylander, Hoff, B. Johnson Building & Grounds Committee: C. Johnson, B. Johnson, Spangler Planning: Wing, C. Johnson, Rylander Ashby Education Foundation: Wing Policy Committee: Anderson, C. Johnson, Wing Wellness: Anderson Hoff seconded. MCU. Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Resignation from Ruth Johansen, Paraprofessional
Board Reports B. Johnson reported on MN School Board Association Conference sessions. Spangler reported on MN School Board Association Conference session. Hoff reported on MN School Board Association Conference sessions. Anderson reported on MN School Board Association Conference sessions, Region 1, and Ashby School Wellness Committee. Rylander reported on MN School Board Association Conference sessions. C. Johnson reported on MN School Board Association Conference sessions. Wing reported on MN School Board Association Conference sessions, Cooperative Purchasing (CPC), MN Service Coop Board Meeting, Fergus Falls Special Education Coop Board Meeting, Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting, and Ashby Education Foundation. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Mrs. Umlauf reported on the upcoming Solo and Ensemble Music Contest that Ashby will be hosting on April 10th and the Music Program at Ashby School. Ms. Pettit reported on 5th Grade and the upcoming Wolf Ridge Field Trip in March. Action Items B. Johnson introduced the resolution No. 19.03 directing the Administration to recommend Program/Personnel Adjustments due to declining enrollment and/or diminishing revenue. C. Johnson seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson-yes, Spangler-yes, Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, Rylander-yes, C. Johnson – yes, Wing-yes. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to name the following: Official Depository: First State Bank of Ashby Official Newspaper: Ashby Dalton Post Anderson seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to set the following: Board Meetings: Day – 3rd Wednesday each month Time – 6:00 pm Place – Ashby Public School Media Center Board Compensation: $50/regular or special meeting, Chairperson stipend: $25/month Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to approve the 5th Grade Fundraiser Pancake Feed and Silent Auction February 24th at the Ashby Legion. Anderson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Spangler seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at 7:33 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on December 19, 2018 in the Media Center of the School. Chair Wing called the Truth and Taxation Meeting to order at 6:01 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, and Wing present. Absent: Rylander, Spangler. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Moore, Business Manager Renee Melby, Heidi Kent, and Anna Johnson.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Superintendent Niemann presented the Truth and Taxation information. B. Johnson made a motion to adjourn the Truth and Taxation Meeting. Anderson seconded. MCU. Adjourned at 6:10 PM. The regular meeting was called to order at 6:10 pm. Hoff moved to approve the agenda. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. C. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegations Minnesota School Board Association Winter Leadership Conference update. Board Reports B. Johnson has spoken with the Sons of the American Legion on fund raiser ideas. Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Executive Committee Meeting and Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Heidi Kent reported on Junior High Science and Knowledge Bowl. Discussion Items Discussion on polling place location for potential Operating Referendum Renewal. Action Items Ballots were cast for the Region 1 Joint Powers Board. B. Johnson made a motion to approve the gym floor sanding, oil base refinishing, and graphics bid from Johnson Floor Sanding. Hoff seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to approve the Final Property Tax Levy for 18 Payable 19 at $1,025,567.12. Anderson seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to increase the Continental-Western Deductible Limits on Property and Automobile Insurance to: Property $5,000, Auto $2,000/ $1,000. Hoff seconded. MCU. Anderson introduced Resolution No. 19.02 Establishing Combined Polling Places for Multiple Precincts and Designating Hours During which the Polling Places will remain open for voting for School District Elections not held on the day of a Statewide Election. C. Johnson seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson-yes, Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, C. Johnson-yes, Wing-yes. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at pm 8:17 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk |
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