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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 November 20, 2018
The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on November 20, 2018 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. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Moore, Business Manager Renee Melby, Brooke Mayer, and Kris Roley. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Mr. Moore presented the World’s Best Work Force Meeting. The regular meeting began at 6:19 pm. Anderson moved to approve the amended agenda. Spangler seconded. MCU. C. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegations Minnesota School Board Association Winter Leadership Conference update. Board Reports Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Executive Board Meeting and Lakes Country Service Coop Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Kris Roley reported on Special Education. Brooke Mayer reported on High School Science. Discussion Items Discussion on the Operating Referendum Renewal in 2019. Action Items B. Johnson made a motion to approve a 3 year Auditing Contract with Clifton Larsen Allen LLC. Rylander seconded. MCU. Ballots were cast for Director for Lakes Country Service Coop Board. Anderson made a motion to change the date for the regular January 2019 to January 23, 2019, 6:00 PM. Spangler seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at pm 7:20 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk November 14, 2018 The School Board of District 261 met in special session on November 14, 2018 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, Spangler, and Wing present. Absent: Rylander. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, and Business Manager Renee Melby. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Hoff moved to approve the agenda. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. B. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Spangler seconded. MCU. Action Items Spangler made a motion to approve the results of the School Board Election as follows: Suzanne Wing 579 Dallas Rylander 635 Leslie Anderson 536 Write-in votes 34 C. Johnson s seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to adjourn. Hoff seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at pm 6:12 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk October 24, 2018 The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on October 24, 2018 in the ITV Classroom 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 Moore, Business Manager Renee Melby, Carol Koefod, Naomi Anderson, and Troy Mickeson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Rylander moved to approve the amended agenda. Anderson seconded. MCU. Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Spangler seconded. MCU. Board Reports Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Board Meeting Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Troy Mickelson reported on Special Education. Naomi Anderson reported on Junior High and High School English and English Language Learners. Discussion Items MSBA Winter Conference. Action Items Hoff made a motion to approve the FY18 Financial Audit as presented at the September 19, 2018 Meeting by Mary Reedy from Clifton Larsen Allen. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to approve the 2018-19 Seniority List. Rylander seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to approve the Early Childhood Screening Agreement with Horizon Public Health. Hoff seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to adjourn. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at pm 7:23 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk October 9, 2018 The School Board of District 261 met in special session on October 9, 2018 in the ITV Classroom of the School. Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM with members Anderson, Hoff, B. Johnson, C. Johnson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Business Manager Renee Melby, and Jon Hansen. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. B. Johnson moved to approve the agenda. Spangler seconded. MCU. Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Action Items Training was conducted for transition to e-documents. Anderson made a motion to approve the Donkey Basketball Fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Basketball Clubs. Spangler seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to adjourn. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at pm 8:50 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on September 19, 2018 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. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Moore, Business Manager Renee Melby, Carol Koefod, Emily Nelson, and Mary Reedy.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. B. Johnson moved to approve the amended agenda. Spangler seconded. MCU. Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegations Mary Reedy from Clifton, Larson, Allen LLP presented the FY18 Financial Audit. Minnesota Rural Education Association Annual Conference is November 11-13, 2018. Minnesota School Board Association 98th Annual Leadership Conference is January 17-18, 2018. Mitch Names joined the meeting at 6:33 pm. Board Reports B. Johnson reported on a parent thanking Mr. Moore for his interaction with Elementary Students. Anderson reported on Region 1. Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Executive Board Meeting and Lakes Country Service Coop. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Emily Nelson reported on Kindergarten and Reading Intervention. Carol Koefod reported on Second Grade. Discussion Items Proposed Levy Limitations for Levy 18 Pay 19. MDE Compensatory Revenue Audit / Student Accounting Audit conducted on August 21, 2018. Action Items Anderson made a motion to approve the 2018-19 School Nurse Contract with Prairie Ridge Health Services. Spangler seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to approve the 800 & 900 Series of District Policies as previously read. Hoff seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to accept the quotes for the Lighting Project as follows: Material Bid – Border States Electric $22,220.89, Labor Bid – Driggins Electric $17,302.00. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to certify the 2018 Pay 2019 Levy at the maximum. C. Johnson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to set the date for the Special Meeting for Chromebook Training as October 9, 2018, 7:00 PM. Rylander seconded. MCU. Rylander made a motion to add an addition 1/7 contract to Naomi Anderson. Anderson seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at pm 7:59 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on August 15, 2018 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: Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Moore, and Renee Melby.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Spangler moved to approve the amended agenda. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda along with thanks to Sandra Barry for her long service to the Ashby School:
Communications/Delegations Save the Date - 98th Annual MSBA Leadership Conference January 17-18, 2019. Board Reports Anderson reported on Region 1. Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop Executive Board Meeting. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Discussion Items Discussion on Rental of Outdoor Facilities to a For-Profit Organization request. Action Items Anderson made a motion to change the date of the Regular October 17, 2018 Board Meeting to October 24, 2018 at 6:00 PM and to change the date of the Regular November 21, 2018 Board Meeting to November 20, 2018 6:00 PM. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion approving the revisions to the High School Student Handbook. Spangler seconded. MCU. Rylander made a motion approving the revisions to the Elementary Student Handbook. Hoff seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion approving the revisions to the Staff Handbook. Anderson seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion approving revisions to the Facility Usage Contract. Spangler seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to Revise Staff/Adult Lunches established at the July 18, 2018 meeting to Adult Lunch $3.75, Adult Breakfast $1.80. Spangler seconded. MCU. Setting a Special meeting date for Chromebook Training was tabled. C. Johnson made a motion to set the date for the Truth and Taxation Meeting as December 19, 2018 at 6:01 pm. Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at 7:35 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk July 18, 2018
The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on July 18, 2018 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 Moore, Renee Melby, Cindy Welch, and Marie Hoffman. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Anderson moved to approve the agenda, C. Johnson seconded. MCU. Marie Hoffman gave a report on Community Education. C. Johnson moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Renee Melby, Leo Ohren, Suzanna Ecker, Andrea Ness, Dave Gorghuber Approve Maternity Request for Emily Nelson Approve Resignation of Brenda Johnson – Jr High Volleyball Coach
Ashby Student Activity Clubs - $7,197.50 for Outdoor Batting Cage B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Board Reports B. Johnson reported on an upcoming Suicide Prevention Training opportunity. Hoff reported on the All School Reunion tours. Anderson reported on Region 1. Wing reported on the Fergus Falls Special Education Coop Board Meeting and the MN Service Coop Annual Conference. Principal’s Report Mr. Moore reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Mrs. Welch gave a report on Kindergarten. Discussion Items Second reading of Policies 801, 802, 805, 806, 807, and 901-907. Action Items Anderson made a motion to set the date for the Special Meeting for Chromebook Training as August 13, 2018, 7:00 PM. Hoff seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion for Resolution No. 19.01 calling for Election of School Board Members. C. Johnson seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson-yes, Hoff-yes, Anderson-yes, Rylander-yes, C. Johnson-yes, Wing-yes. MCU. Hoff made a motion approving Al Niemann, Jon Moore, Suzanna Ecker, and Renee Melby to sign Student Activity Checks. Rylander seconded. MCU. Anderson made a motion to approve Superintendent Niemann as the Identified Official with Authority. Hoff seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to approve Fiscal 2019 Long Term Facility Maintenance Plan. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. Bids received for milk: Dean’s Land O’Lakes: Esc. Firm 1/2 pint 1% milk .0182 .1880 1/2 pint skim milk .0167 .1780 1/2 pint chocolate 1% .01960 .2120 1/2 pint chocolate skim .01810 .1980 C. Johnson made a motion to accept the firm milk bid from Dean’s Land O’Lakes. 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 Synthetic Oil $19.00 gallon / $6.50 quart C. Johnson made a motion to accept the fuel bid from Ashby Equity. Hoff seconded. MCU. Bids received for vehicle maintenance: Ashby Equity: Large busses maintenance $55.00/hr. Heavy Duty Oil $16.00 gallon Synthetic Oil $19.00 gallon Small vehicles maintenance $55.00/hr. Oil $4.50 quart Synthetic Oil $6.50 quart C. Johnson made a motion to accept the vehicle maintenance bid from Ashby Equity. Hoff seconded. MCU. C. Johnson made a motion to set fees for 2018-19 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 $2.30 Students $1.10 High School Student $2.45 Reduced free Reduced K-12 $0.40 Adults $1.75 Ala Carte $1.00 Extra Milk $0.30 Staff Adults $3.65 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. Rylander made a motion to approve updated Lead in Water, Paint, and Soil Written Plan. B. Johnson seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion to approve Policies 701-721 as previously reviewed. Rylander seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to adjourn. Anderson seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at 8:01 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk June 20, 2018
The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on June 20, 2018 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: L. Anderson, C. Johnson. Also present were Superintendent Niemann, Principal Nate Meissner, Jon Moore, Renee Melby, Tom Gronwold, and Tabitha Cadmus. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Rylander moved to approve the amended agenda, Spangler seconded. MCU. Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communications/Delegations Training Date for the move to Electronic Board Documents was set for July 16, 2018, 6:00 PM. Board Reports Wing reported on Fergus Falls Special Education Coop and Lakes Country Service Coop. Principal’s Report Mr. Meissner reported on the following:
Superintendent’s Report Mr. Niemann reported on the following:
Mr. Gronwold reported on Day of Caring and end of year activities. On behalf of the Staff he thanked Mr. Meissner and welcomed Mr. Moore. Discussion Items Second Reading of Policies 701-721. First Reading for Policies 801,802, 805, 806, 807, and 901 - 907. Possible Purchase of a New School Bus. Timing of New Security Door Installation. Action Items B. Johnson made a motion to approve Support Staff Salary Schedule for FY19. Spangler seconded. MCU. Hoff made a motion to approve the 2018-2019 Preliminary Budget. Rylander seconded. MCU. Revenue Expenditure Fund 01 3,086,835 3,028,966 Fund 02 180,600 193,875 Fund 04 102,216 123,303 Fund 07 527,148 534,250 Fund 08 25,000 25,000 Total: 3,921,799 3,905,394 B. Johnson made a motion to call for Bids on Dairy Products, Vehicle Fuel & Maintenance. Spangler seconded. MCU. B. Johnson made a motion approving committed funds for Administrative Unused Sick Leave in the amount of $6,580.00. Rylander seconded. MCU. Member Rylander introduced Resolution No. 18.03 Relating to the termination and nonrenewal of the teaching contract of Barb Kraemer, a Probationary Teacher. Member Hoff seconded. Roll call vote: B. Johnson – yes, K. Spangler – yes, Hoff – yes, Rylander – yes, Wing – yes. Voting against: none. Whereupon said resultion was declared duly passed and adopted. B. Johnson made a motion to increase the Counselor time of Tabitha Cadmus to .5 and to revisit after the first semester. Spangler seconded. MCU. Spangler made a motion to adjourn. Hoff seconded. MCU. Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm. Leslie Anderson, Clerk |
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