November 16, 2009
The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on November 16, 2009 in the Media Center of the School. Chairman LaRue called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Hoff, Johnson, LaRue, Nelson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Also present were Superintendent Allan Jensen, Principal Tom Otte, Renee Melby, Perry Butler, and Brian Jacobson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Spangler moved to approve the amended agenda, seconded by Nelson. MCU. Rylander moved to approve the following consent agenda:
Communication/Delegations None Brian Jacobson from Carlson Highland & Co. LLP presented the 2008-2009 Audit Report. Board Reports Nelson gave a report on Region I. Wing gave a report on Fergus Falls Special Ed Coop. Principal’s Report Mr. Otte reported on the following:
Nelson made a motion to approve the changes to the Student Handbook with the updated Attendance Policies. Hoff seconded. MCU. Superintendent’s Report Mr. Jensen reported on the following:
Mr. Butler gave a report on Business Classes and Technology. Discussion Items MSBA Leadership Conference is January 13-15, 2010 in Minneapolis. Bus Driver shortage was discussed. Current staff members will be encouraged to pursue a bus license endorsement. Operating Levy Election status was discussed. Lakes Country Service Coop Board of Directors ballots were cast by the Ashby School Board. Action Items Bid from Brenefur Electric for the energy efficient lighting upgrade was opened. Johnson made a motion to reject the bid and re-open the bid process. Rylander seconded. MCU. Wing moved to adopt resolution 10.06 giving Ashby School Board support to the Athletic Director’s grant application to the Minnesota State High School League Foundation for $5,000 to defray expenses associated with purchase and installation of two Automated External Defibrillators. Seconded by Nelson. Roll call vote: Nelson-yes; Spangler-yes; Hoff-yes; Rylander-yes; Wing-yes; Johnson-yes; LaRue-yes. MCU. Nelson made a motion to accept a donation of $500 given anonymously. Johnson seconded. MCU. Wing made a motion to approve the ECSE Contract with Stevens Traverse Grant Public Health. Spangler seconded. MCU. The Board acknowledged the gift of $250 for the 2nd grade class and $250 for the 3rd grade class given by Mr. and Mrs. Heinrich. Rylander made a motion to adjourn at 9:10 pm. Nelson seconded. MCU. ______________________ Warren Nelson, Clerk December 14, 2009 The School Board of District 261 met in special session on December 14, 2009 in the Media Center of the School. Chairman LaRue called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM with members Hoff, Johnson, LaRue, Nelson, Rylander, Spangler, and Wing present. Also present were Superintendent Allan Jensen, Principal Tom Otte, and Renee Melby. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Wing moved to approve the amended agenda, seconded by Nelson. MCU. Bids received for Energy Efficient Lighting: Driggins Electric $19,967.46 Double E Electric $27,400.00 Anderson Electric $20,892.00 Brendefur Electric $33,842.00 Christenson Electric $19,994.00 Fergus Electric $26,710.00 Vinco Electric $25,608.00 Nelson made a motion to accept the bid from Driggins Electric contingent on rebates being available. Wing seconded. MCU. Discussion Items Nelson made a motion to move forward with a Technology Audit. Spangler seconded. MCU. FY10 Budget was discussed. FY11 Budget was discussed. Board Reports LaRue gave a Negotiations Committee update. Nelson gave an update on the Referendum Levy Court proceedings. Superintendent’s Report Mr. Jensen reported on the following:
Spangler made a motion to adjourn at 9:50 pm. Wing seconded. MCU. ______________________ Warren Nelson, Clerk Comments are closed.
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