REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 W. Cruger Ave.
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, November 8, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) Elect Vice-President/Secretary pro tem for this meeting.
3) Proclamation of Resolutions
4) Academic Spotlight
5) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports and Audience Participation
6) Approve Consent Agenda Items
7) Superintendent’s Report
8) Personnel Report
a. Action regarding the appointment of Brian Boggs as a volunteer WYSE coach at Eureka High School.
b. Action regarding the appointment of Leesa K Gerber as a volunteer WYSE coach at Eureka High School.
c. Action regarding the employment of Kimberly Holdinrid as assistant girls basketball coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
d. Action regarding the employment of Jeff Morin as a head girls volleyball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the employment of Scott Punke as a bass fishing coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
f. Action regarding the employment of Jamie Roth as an assistant girls volleyball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
g. Action regarding the employment of Kara Scheid as a half day early childhood education teacher beginning November 1, 2010.
h. Action regarding the resignation from John Streit as the Eureka Middle School softball coach effective October 22, 2010.
9) Approve Livestock Judging Competition in Denver, Colorado
10) Approve Food Allergy Management Program Board Policy Number 720.20 on First Reading
11) Approve proposed tax levy for 2010
12) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
13) Information Items were Shared
14 ) A brief recess was taken to allow the Middle School Boys Cross Country Team time to arrive. Then the Resolution honoring them was read.
15) Motion to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (October 11, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Review student discipline cases [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (9)]
16) Resume to Open Session
17) Approve Closed Session minutes of October 11, 2010 remain on closed status
18) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Keith Edelman, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles, Mr. Kevin Wiegand and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Mr. Ed Leman was absent. Also present was Superintendent Crump and other interested citizens.
2) A motion was made by Ehrenhardt, seconded by Wiegand, to name Ken Pyles vice-president/secretary pro tem in Ed Leman’s absence. Upon roll the following voted aye: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Abstain: Pyles. Motion Carried.
3) Proclamation of Resolutions
• Resolution Honoring the Eureka High School Marching Band
• Resolution Proclaiming November 15, 2009 School Board Members Day
4) There was no Academic Spotlight
5) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports. During Audience Participation Deb Van Hoorn expressed the community’s thanks for service on the school board and gave a gift of gourmet popcorn to each board member to say thanks.
6) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman, to approve the following consent agenda items:
a. Approve October 11, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
b. Approve Board Extra-Curricular Committee Report from October 19, 2010
c. Approve Board Finance Committee Report from November 4, 2010
d. Approve October, 2010 Fund Balance Report
e. Approve Additional October, 2010 Bills
f. Approve Current Bills for November, 2010
g. Approve Payroll Summary Report for November 15, 2010
h. Approve Treasurer’s Report as of October 31, 2010
i. Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of October, 2010
j. Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of October 31, 2010
k. Approve Activity Fund Reports as of October 31, 2010
l. Approve Hornet Booster Club Treasurer’s Report as of October 13, 2010
m. Approve Application for the Illinois School Library Grant for SY10-11
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) Superintendent’s Report
a. District Immunization Report
Our school district had 16 students (increase of 6 from last year) that were not in state compliance as of August 18, 2010, which resulted in a 98.6% compliance rate (0 – Congerville, 2 – Goodfield, 4 – Davenport, 4 – Eureka Middle School, 6 – Eureka High School). The Illinois State Board of Education requires at least 90% compliance. As of this date, all students are in compliance or on a schedule to receive immunizations. A big thank you to Teresa Block, our school nurse, for her attention to detail and follow up with parents on this matter.
b. Building Maintenance Items Completed Summer 2010
A list of building maintenance items that were completed over the summer through October 25, 2010 was shared. We accomplished a number of items; we are currently working on items not completed.
c. Staffing Plan Timeline for SY11-12 was shared.
d. Monthly Board Policy Review
Board Policies 840.00 through 840.30were reviewed.
8) A motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Chad Leman, to approve the following personnel items:
a. Action regarding the appointment of Brian Boggs as a volunteer WYSE coach at Eureka High School.
b. Action regarding the appointment of Leesa K Gerber as a volunteer WYSE coach at Eureka High School.
c. Action regarding the employment of Kimberley Holdinrid as assistant girls basketball coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
d. Action regarding the employment of Jeff Morin as a head girls volleyball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the employment of Scott Punke as a bass fishing coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
f. Action regarding the employment of Jamie Roth as an assistant girls volleyball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
g. Action regarding the employment of Kara Scheid as a half day early childhood education teacher beginning November 1, 2010.
h. Action regarding the resignation from John Streit as the Eureka Middle School softball coach effective October 22, 2010.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Blunier, to approve the FFA livestock judging team’s trip to Denver, Colorado for a competition. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Edelman, to approve Food Allergy Management Program Board Policy No. 720.20 on First Reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
11) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve the proposed tax levy for 2010 as per attached. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
12) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
13) Information items were discussed.
14) A brief recess was held to celebrate administrators’ birthdays and wait for the Middle School Cross Country Team and Coach to arrive. The meeting resumed and the Resolution Honoring the Eureka Middle School Boys Cross Country Team was read.
15) At 8:32 pm a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Chad Leman, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (October 11, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Review student discipline cases [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (9)]
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
16) At 9:18 p.m. a motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Pyles, to resume open session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
17) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve Closed Session minutes of October 11, 2010 to remain on closed status. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
18) At 9:24 p.m. a motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Blunier, to adjourn. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 W. Cruger Ave.
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, October 11, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) Academic Spotlight
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
4) Approve Consent Agenda Items
5) Approve FY2010 Audit Report
6) Superintendent’s Report
7) Personnel Report
a. Action regarding the employment of Melissa Eigsti as a co-assistant cross country coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11
b. Action regarding the employment of Abby Rader as a co-assistant cross country coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
c. Action regarding the employment of of Dana Wherley as a student council sponsor at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
8) Presentation of 2010 School Report Card
9) School Improvement Plans for SY10-11 were presented
10) Approve additional coach for Eureka High School girls basketball program for SY10-11
11) Approve allocation from EHS All Classes Legacy Fund
12) Approve proposal for architectural/engineering services for roof replacement work
13) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
14) Information
15) Motion to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (September 13, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Review student discipline cases [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (9)]
16) Resume to Open Session
17) Approve Closed Session minutes of September 13, 2010 remain on closed status
18) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Keith Edelman, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ed Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles, Mr. Kevin Wiegand and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Also present was Superintendent Crump and other interested citizens.
2) There was no Academic Spotlight
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
4) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Blunier, to approve the following consent agenda items:
a. Approve September 13, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
b. Approve District Health Insurance Committee Report from September 14, 2010
c. Approve District Health Insurance Committee Report from September 21, 2010
d. Approve September, 2010 Fund Balance Report
e. Approve Additional September, 2010 Bills
f. Approve Current Bills for October, 2010
g. Approve Payroll Summary Report for October 15, 2010
h. Approve Treasurer’s Report as of September 30, 2010
i. Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of September, 2010
j. Approve Activity Fund Reports as of September 30, 2010
k. Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of September 30, 2010
l. Approve Field Trips for SY10-11
m. Approve Fund Raisers for SY10-11
n. Approve National FFA Convention Trip – October 19 – 22, 2010
o. Approve Baseball Spring Break Camp – April 18-19, 2011
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
5) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve the FY2010 Audit Report presented by Tim Custis of Gorenz and Associates, Ltd. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
6) Superintendent’s Report
a. Technology Update
Mike Zimmerman and Mike Raney gave an update on the technology changes this past year.
b. Award
Teri Ehrenhardt has received the designation of “Master Status Maintained” under the IASB’s Master Board Member Annual Program. She received the award during the IASB Central Illinois Valley Division Fall Dinner Meeting on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at East Peoria High School.
c. IASB Resolutions were discussed.
d. Monthly Board Policy Review
Board Policies 812.00 through 835.00-R-1 were reviewed.
e. Financial Analysis of Athletic Activities was presented.
f. Substitute Employee Cost for SY09-10 were presented.
7) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to approve the following personnel items:
a. Action regarding the employment of Melissa Eigsti as a co-assistant cross country coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
b. Action regarding the employment of Abby Rader as a co-assistant cross country coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
c. Action regarding the employment of Dana Wherley as a student council sponsor at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) The 2010 School Report Card data was reviewed.
9) School Improvement Plans for each building were presented by the principals.
10) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to approve hiring an additional coach for the Eureka High School girls basketball program for SY10-11. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Ed Leman, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: Edelman, Chad Leman and Pyles. Motion Carried.
11) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Blunier, to approve allocating the $458.00 from the All Classes Legacy Fund to the EHS National Honor Society for SY10-11. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
12) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to approve the architectural/engineering services proposal for roof repair work at Goodfield Elementary School Gymnasium and the Administrative – Pre-K Center during the summer of 2011. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
13) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
14) Information items were discussed. The Administrator Salary Compensation Report for SY10-11 was part of the information received.
15) At 9:44 pm a motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (September 13, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Review student discipline cases [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (9)]
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
16) At 11:04 p.m. a motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Pyles, to resume open session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
17) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman, to approve Closed Session minutes of September 13, 2010 to remain on closed status. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
18) At 11:08 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman, to adjourn. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 W. Cruger Ave.
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, September 13, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) Conduct Hearing on the SY10-11
3) Academic Spotlight
4) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
5) Approve Consent Agenda Items
6) Superintendent’s Report
7) Personnel Report
a. Action regarding the addition of a one semester course for Terri Kuebler for SY10-11.
b. Action regarding the employment of Mindy Salzer as an assistant girls basketball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
8) Approve Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the Congerville-Eureka-Goodfield Education Association IEA/NEA and the Congerville-Eureka-Goodfield C.U.S.D. No. 140 Board of Education for SY10-11
9) Adoption of the 2010-11 Budget
10) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
11) Information
12) Motion to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (August 9, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
13) Resume to Open Session
14) Approve Closed Session minutes of August 9, 2010 remain on closed status
15) Approve specific administrator raises for SY10-11
16) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Keith Edelman, Mr. Ed Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Mr. Chad Leman arrived at 7:15 p.m. and left at 9:28 p.m. Mr. Kevin Wiegand arrived at 7:39 p.m. Mr. Kurt Blunier was absent. Also present was Superintendent Crump and other interested citizens.
2) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman, to enter into a budget hearing. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Ehrenhardt. Nay: none. Motion carried.
The following documents were reviewed during the budget hearing:
• A comparison of revenue and expenditures SY09-10 vs. SY10-11 and revisions that have been made since the August 9, 2010 board meeting.
• A list of proposed revenue and expenses for SY10-11 and an analysis of fund balances.
• A list of estimated revenue and expenses for SY10-11.
A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles, to close the budget hearing. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Ehrenhardt. Nay: none. Motion carried.
3) There was no Academic Spotlight
4) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
a. Board Committee Reports
b. Audience Participation – Jenny Baer, speaking on behalf of the union, expressed appreciation to the Board and Administration for how the negotiation process went and the follow-up that has occurred already.
5) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to approve the following consent agenda items:
a. Approve August 9, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
b. Approve Finance Committee Meeting Minutes from August 17, 2010
c. Approve Building and Grounds Committee Report from August 30, 2010
d. Approve Administration Committee Meeting Minutes from September 10, 2010
e. Approve August, 2010 Fund Balance Report
f. Approve Additional August, 2010 Bills
g. Approve Current Bills for September, 2010
h. Approve Payroll Summary Report for September 15, 2010
i. Approve Treasurer’s Report as of August 31, 2010
j. Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of August, 2010
k. Approve Activity Fund Reports as of August 31, 2010
l. Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of August 31, 2010
m. Approve Board Policy No. 651.00 – Instruction – Wellness Policy on Second Reading
n. Approve Board Policy No. 655.04 – Instruction – Graduation Requirements on Second Reading
o. Approve 2010-2011 Application for Recognition of Congerville Elementary School
p. Approve 2010-2011 Application for Recognition of Goodfield elementary School
q. Approve 2010-2011 Application for Recognition of Davenport Elementary School
r. Approve 2010-2011 Application for Recognition of Eureka Middle School
s. Approve 2010-2011 Application for Recognition of Eureka High School
t. Approve Committee Membership for complaints for SY10-11 regarding textbooks and curriculum materials as per Board Policy No. 645.15
u. Approve Hornet Athletic Booster Club Treasurer’s Report as of August 11, 2010 and September 8, 2010
Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
6) Superintendent’s Report
a. Analysis of Enrollment
b. Monthly Board Policy Review
Board Policies 743.01 through 811.00 were reviewed.
c. Analysis of advance degree work by our Certified Staff during the past twelve months (September 2009-August 2010)
d. School Board Election – April 5, 2011
The Consolidated Election when board members will appear on the ballot will be on Tuesday, April 5, 2011. We have three terms expiring on the board in April: Kurt Blunier, Chad Leman and Ed Leman. The first day to circulate petitions is on Tuesday, September 21, 2010. The period for filing nominating papers will be between December 13, 2010 and December 20, 2010. The reorganization of the board would need to take place during a Special Board Meeting between April 26, 2011 and May 3, 2011.
A motion was made by Chad Leman, second by Ed Leman to appoint Diana L. Strunk to serve as local election official to accept nominating petitions, etc. with Randy K. Crump as an alternate. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Ehrenhardt. Nay: none. Motion carried.
e. 2010 SchoolSearch Bright Star Award for Educational Excellence
f. High-Speed Fiber Optic Broadband Infrastructure
g. Roof Replacement Work for Summer 2011
7) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman, to approve the following personnel items:
a. Action regarding the addition of a one semester course for Terri Kuebler for SY10-11.
b. Action regarding the employment of Mindy Salzer as an assistant girls basketball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the Congerville-Eureka-Goodfield Education Association IEA/NEA and the Congerville-Eureka-Goodfield C.U.S.D. No. 140 Board of Education for SY10-11. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Ed Leman, to approve the 2010-11 Annual Budget as presented during the budget hearing. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
11) Information items were discussed.
12) At 7: 54 pm a motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Chad Leman, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (August 9, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
13) At 10:20 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to resume open session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
14) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to approve Closed Session minutes of August 9, 2010 to remain on closed status. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
15) A motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Edelman, to increase the following administrator salaries by 1.5% for SY10-11: Randy Berardi, Drew Goebel, Richard Wherley and James Wilson. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Ed Leman and Pyles. Nay: Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Motion Carried.
16) At 10:30 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to adjourn. Upon roll the following voted yea: Edelman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
August 9, 2010
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 W. Cruger Ave.
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, August 9, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) Academic Spotlight
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
4) Approve Consent Agenda Items
5) Superintendent’s Report
6) Personnel Report
a. Action regarding the request for family medical leave from Camela Axelson from February 9, 2011 through May 2, 2011.
b. Action regarding the employment of Stacie Bauman as concession stand co-sponsor at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
c. Action regarding the employment of Connie Grusy as a part-time cook at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
d. Action regarding the recall of Angela Knapp as a paraprofessional at Davenport Elementary School for SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the recall of Emily Martin as a paraprofessional at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
f. Action regarding the employment of Cheri Ogg as concession stand co-sponsor at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
g. Action regarding the employment of Julie Smiddy as a library clerk at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
h. Action regarding the employment of David Steinbeck as assistant boys basketball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
i. Action regarding the recall of Susan Vance as a paraprofessional at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
7) Approve Eureka High School Dance Team National Championship
8) Approve Amendments to Board Policies on First Reading
9) Approve handbooks for SY10-11
10) Discussed CAC objectives for SY10-11 and Board attendance at CAC meetings
11) Approve Tentative Budget for SY10-11 on First Reading
12) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
13) Information
14) Motion to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (July 12, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
15) Resume to Open Session
16) Take action on consent agenda following closed session
17) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ed Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Mr. Keith Edelman was absent. Mr. Kevin Wiegand arrived at 7:10 p.m. Also present was Superintendent Crump and other interested citizens.
2) There was no Academic Spotlight
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
a. Board Committee Reports
b. Audience Participation
4) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Ed Leman, to approve the following consent agenda items:
a. Approve July 12, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
b. Approve July 19, 2010 Special Board Meeting Minutes
c. Approve Building and Grounds Committee Report for July 27, 2010
d. Approve July, 2010 Fund Balance Report
e. Approve Additional July, 2010 Bills
f. Approve Current Bills for August, 2010
g. Approve Payroll Summary Report for August 13, 2010
h. Approve Treasurer’s Report as of July 31, 2010
i. Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of July, 2010
j. Approve Activity Fund Reports as of July 31, 2010
k. Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of July 31, 2010
l. Approve Board Policy No. 270.10 – School Board Meeting – Agenda – Order of Business on Second Reading
m. Approve Board Policy No. 655.00 – Instruction – Graduation Requirements – High School on Second Reading
n. Approve the Cooperative Football Agreement between the Roanoke-Benson Community Unit School District No. 60 and the Congerville-Eureka-Goodfield Community Unit School District No. 140 for SY10-11 and SY11-12
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Monthly Board Policy Review
Board Policies 736.01 through 740.03 were reviewed.
b. The Board representative to the IASB Divisional Governing Board was selected. Mr. Kevin Wiegand will be asked to serve in that capacity.
6) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman, to approve the following personnel items:
a. Action regarding the request for family medical leave from Camela Axelson from February 9, 2011 through May 2, 2011.
b. Action regarding the employment of Stacie Bauman as concession stand co-sponsor at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
c. Action regarding the employment of Connie Grusy as a part-time cook at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
d. Action regarding the recall of Angela Knapp as a paraprofessional at Davenport Elementary School for SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the recall of Emily Martin as a paraprofessional at Eureka High School For SY10-11.
f. Action regarding the employment of Cheri Ogg as concession stand co-sponsor at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
g. Action regarding the employment of Julie Smiddy as a library clerk at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
h. Action regarding the employment of David Steinbeck as assistant boys basketball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
i. Action regarding the recall of Susan Vance as a paraprofessional at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve the Eureka High School Dance Team’s request to attend the National Championship in Orlando Florida between February 4 and February 7, 2011. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Ed Leman, to approve revisions to Board Policy No. 655.04 – Instruction - Grading and Board Policy No. 651.00 – Instruction – Wellness Policy on first reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Blunier, to approve the handbooks for SY10-11. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) Objectives for the CAC were discussed and a sign-up sheet for members of the Board to attend CAC meetings was circulated.
11) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman, to approve the tentative budget for SY10-11 as presented on first reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
12) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
13) Information items were discussed.
14) At 7: 45 pm a motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Pyles, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (July 12, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
15) At 8:46 p.m. a motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Ed Leman, to resume open session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
16) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to approve the following by consent agenda:
a. Closed session minutes of July 12, 2010 to remain on closed status.
b. Action regarding the employment of Wendy Bachman as second grade teacher at Davenport Elementary School for one year – SY10-11.
c. Action regarding the employment of Stephanie Brown as head girls basketball coach at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
d. Action regarding the employment of David Baker as substitute bus driver starting with SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the authorization to use Victoria Pierce as a volunteer volleyball coach at Eureka High School.
f. Action regarding the employment of Terri Kuebler for two additional periods at Eureka High School for SY10-11
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
17) At 8:55 p.m. a motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Ed Leman, to adjourn. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka Middle School Learning Center
2005 South Main Street
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, July 12, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) Elect a vice president/secretary pro tem for the School Board in Mr. Ed Leman’s absence
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
4) Approve Consent Agenda Items
5) Superintendent’s Report
6) Personnel Report
a. Action regarding the employment of Robert J. Bardwell as principal at Eureka Middle School effective July 1, 2010.
b. Action regarding the employment of Jill Hilst as a special education teacher at Davenport Elementary School for SY10-11. (recalled)
c. Action regarding the employment of Michael Hodel as an AM and PM bus route driver effective August 18, 2010.
d. Action regarding the employment of Kari Marino as color guard sponsor at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the request for a maternity leave from Abby Rader from September 20, 2010 to November 8, 2010. (35 school days)
f. Action regarding the resignation of Abby Rader as head coach of girl’s basketball at Eureka Middle School effective June 23, 2010.
g. Action regarding the employment of Jami Roth as assistant volleyball coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
h. Action regarding the employment of Jill Schumacher as a half time special education teacher at Congerville Elementary School for SY10-11 (recalled).
i. Action regarding the non-revocable letter of resignation for retirement purposes from Kathy Susin effective at the end of the 2010-11 school year.
j. Action regarding the employment of Abby Tabor as co-director of the musical at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
k. Action regarding the employment of Jordan Whightsil as assistant football coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
7) Approve Citizen Advisory Council Members for a Three Year Term
8) Approve Revisions to Board Policies on First Reading
9) Discuss Board of Education Performance Goals – 2010-2015
10) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
11) Information
12) Motion to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (June 14, 2010 and June 21, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
13) Resume to Open Session
14) Take action on consent agenda following closed session
15) Action regarding request for a one year leave of absence from Julie King
16) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka Middle School Learning Center. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Keith Edelman, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles, Mr. Kevin Wiegand and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Mr. Ed Leman was absent. Also present was Superintendent Crump and other interested citizens.
2) A motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Chad Leman, to elect Mr. Ken Pyles vice president/secretary pro tem for this board meeting in Mr. Ed Leman’s absence. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
a. Board Committee Reports
b. Audience Participation – Sara Kaufman asked if the board would consider adding an audience participation section later in the agenda.
4) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman, to approve the following consent agenda items:
a. Approve June 14, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
b. Approve June 21, 2010 Special Board Meeting Minutes
c. Approve June, 2010 Fund Balance Report
d. Approve Additional June, 2010 Bills
e. Approve Current Bills for July, 2010
f. Approve Payroll Summary Report for July 15, 2010
g. Approve Treasurer’s Report as of June 30, 2010
h. Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of June 30, 2010
i. Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of June 30, 2010
j. Approve Activity Fund Reports as of June 30, 2010
k. Approve Davenport PTO Treasurer’s Report as of June 4, 2010
l. Approve Board Policy No. 470.00 – Operational Services – School Pest Management Policy Statement on Second Reading
m. Approve Textbook Adoption for Eureka High School on Second Reading
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Fall Registration for SY10-11 schedule was shared.
b. Welcome Back Luncheon is set for Monday, August 16, 2010.
c. Monthly Board Policy Review
Board Policies 730.00 through 735.03 were reviewed.
d. Review of Closed Meeting Minutes
A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Wiegand, that current closed minutes should remain on closed status. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: none. Motion carried.
6) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Edelman, to approve the following personnel items:
a. Action regarding the employment of Robert J. Bardwell as principal at Eureka Middle School effective July 1, 2010.
b. Action regarding the employment of Jill Hilst as a special education teacher at Davenport Elementary School for SY10-11. (recalled)
c. Action regarding the employment of Michael Hodel as an AM and PM bus route driver effective August 18, 2010.
d. Action regarding the employment of Kari Marino as color guard sponsor at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the request for a maternity leave from Abby Rader from September 20, 2010 to November 8, 2010. (35 school days)
f. Action regarding the resignation of Abby Rader as head coach of girl’s basketball at Eureka Middle School effective June 23, 2010.
g. Action regarding the employment of Jami Roth as assistant volleyball coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
h. Action regarding the employment of Jill Schumacher as a half time special education teacher at Congerville Elementary School for SY10-11 (recalled).
i. Action regarding the non-revocable letter of resignation for retirement purposes from Kathy Susin effective at the end of the 2010-11 school year.
j. Action regarding the employment of Abby Tabor as co-director of the musical at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
k. Action regarding the employment of Jordan Whightsil as assistant football coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve the following individuals as Citizen Advisory Council Members for a Three Year Term:
Congerville – Kim Linder
Goodfield - Erika Leman
Eureka High School – Julie Bell, Julie Brewer
Non-School Age Parent –
Student – Matt Grimm
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Blunier, to approve revisions to Board Policy No. 270.10 – School Board Meetings – Agenda – Order of Business and Board Policy No. 655.00 – Graduation Requirements – High School on first reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A list of performance goals for the Board of Education over the next five years was discussed.
10) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
11) Information items were discussed.
12) At 7: 47 pm a motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Pyles, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (June 14, 2010 and June 21, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
13) At 9:50 p.m. a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Wiegand, to resume open session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
14) A motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Pyles, to approve the following by consent agenda:
a. Closed session minutes of June 14, 2010 and June 21, 2010 to remain on closed status.
b. Action regarding the employment of Cynthia Wondercheck as assistant principal at Eureka Middle School beginning August 9, 2010.
c. Action regarding the employment of Maggie Locke as a full-day kindergarten teacher at Davenport Elementary School for SY10-11.
d. Action regarding the employment of Bridget Sheen as half-day kindergarten teacher at Davenport Elementary School for SY10-11.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
15) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Edelman, to approve a one year leave of absence request by Julie King for the entire 2010-11 school year only with the stipulation that she would be reemployed in a position as assigned by the school district in SY11-12. The approval of this request does not in any way promise or guarantee that she would return to the position she had in SY09-10 (second grade at Davenport Elementary School). Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
16) At 10:00 p.m. a motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to adjourn. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka Middle School Learning Center
2005 South Main Street
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, June 14, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
4) Approve Consent Agenda Items
5) Superintendent’s Report
6) Personnel Report
a. Action regarding the resignation from Nancy Chally as a library clerk at Eureka middle School effective May 31, 2010.
b. Action regarding the resignation from Shari Eastman as concession stand co-sponsor at Eureka Middle School effective May 7, 2010.
c. Action regarding the employment of Robert Gold as assistant superintendent effective July 1, 2010.
d. Action regarding the resignation from Cheryl Kenagy as a cook at Eureka Middle School effective May 25, 2010.
e. Action regarding the employment of Linda Khattar as a third grade teacher at Davenport Elementary School effective August 16, 2010.
f. Action regarding the resignation from Sherri Moxley as a concession stand co-sponsor at Eureka Middle School effective May 7, 2010.
g. Action regarding the resignation from Hal Spence as an am-pm bus driver effective June 8, 2010.
h. Action regarding the resignation from Fred Williams as a substitute bus driver effective May 26, 2010.
7) Approve Textbook Adoptions for Eureka High School on First Reading
8) Approve Suppliers of Bread, Dairy Products and Tires for SY10-11
9) Approve Electrical Upgrade and Lighting for the Eureka Middle School Gymnasium
10) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
11) Information
12) Motion to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (May 10, 2010 and May 20, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
13) Resume to Open Session
14) Take action following closed session
15) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka Middle School Learning Center. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ed Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles, Mr. Kevin Wiegand and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Mr. Keith Edelman arrived at 8:20 p.m. Also present was Superintendent Crump and other interested citizens.
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
a. Board Committee Reports
b. Audience Participation – Officers of the Davenport PTO presented concerns that they have experienced this year. They provided a document that will become part of the Board Minute Book.
4) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman, to approve the following consent agenda items:
a. Approve May 10, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
b. Approve May 20, 2010 Special Board Meeting Minutes
c. Approve May 26, 2010 Wellness Committee Report
d. Approve May, 2010 Fund Balance Report
e. Approve Additional May, 2010 Bills
f. Approve Current Bills for June, 2010
g. Approve Payroll Summary Report for June 15, 2010
h. Approve Treasurer’s Report as of May 31, 2010
i. Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of May 31, 2010
j. Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of May 31, 2010
k. Approve Activity Fund Reports as of May 31, 2010
l. Approve Prevailing Wage Ordinance for SY10-11
m. Approve Certificate of Compliance for Prevailing Wage
n. Approve List of Prevailing Wage Rates for June 2010
o. Approve Letter to request to print Wage Ordinance in the Woodford County Journal
p. Approve Hornet Athletic Boosters Club Financial Reports as of May 12, 2010 and June 9, 2010
q. Approve Music Boosters Financial Reports as of June 7, 2010
r. Approve agreement with Advocate Eureka Hospital to provide school health services to the school district for SY10-11. The contract increased $721.00 as compared to last year. Our school nurse is Teresa Block; she has provided excellent service to our school district.
s. Approve Resolution for the Designation of Accrued Interest Earned
t. Approve the following Board Policies on Second Reading:
Instruction – Instructional Resources – Public Complaints About Textbooks, Curriculum Materials, Educational Materials and Library Books – No. 645.15
Students – Discipline – Student Discipline – No. 715.01
u. Approve Student Insurance Carrier for SY10-11 – Markel Insurance Company
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to approve Board Policy 470.00 as amended on first reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Internal Improvement-Review Reports were shared
b. Board policies 720.16 through 725.10 were reviewed
c. A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Ed Leman, to adopt the 2010-11 Budget Calendar as follows:
Thursday, August 5, 2010 - Local ad appears in the Woodford County Journal regarding thirty days notice of budget on display. (Because of the calendar, the tentative budget will be on display before it is approved by the board. However, legally the board is not required to approve the tentative budget, only the final budget. Changes can be made to the tentative budget prior to the final adoption.)
Monday, August 9, 2010 - Board approves Tentative Budget for SY10-11.
Thursday, August 5, 2010 through Monday, September 13, 2010 - Budget on public display at Administrative – Pre-K Center.
Monday, September 13, 2010 - Board adopts budget for 2010-11 school year.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
d. Updates on Kindergarten Enrollment Projections for SY10-11 were shared.
6) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve the following personnel items:
a. Action regarding the resignation from Nancy Chally as a library clerk at Eureka middle School effective May 31, 2010.
b. Action regarding the resignation from Shari Eastman as concession stand co-sponsor at Eureka Middle School effective May 7, 2010.
c. Action regarding the employment of Robert Gold as assistant superintendent effective July 1, 2010.
d. Action regarding the resignation from Cheryl Kenagy as a cook at Eureka Middle School effective May 25, 2010.
e. Action regarding the employment of Linda Khattar as a third grade teacher at Davenport Elementary School effective August 16, 2010.
f. Action regarding the resignation from Sherri Moxley as a concession stand co-sponsor at Eureka Middle School effective May 7, 2010.
g. Action regarding the resignation from Hal Spence as an am-pm bus driver effective June 8, 2010.
h. Action regarding the resignation from Fred Williams as a substitute bus driver effective May 26, 2010.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to approve textbook adoptions for Eureka High School on first reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) A motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Chad Leman, to approve IBC Sales Corporation as supplier of breads, Prairie Farms as supplier of dairy products and Morton Supplies, Inc. and Tommy House Tire Co. as suppliers of tires as recommended. (A review of the performance of the tires will occur during SY10-11.) Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve Zeller‘s bid in the amount of $29,350.00 to provide the electrical upgrade and lighting for the Eureka Middle School gymnasium. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
11) Information items were discussed.
12) At 8:10 p.m. a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Wiegand, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of (May 10, 2010 and May 20, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
13) At 10:10 p.m. a motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Pyles, to resume open session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
14) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Wiegand to approve the following by consent agenda:
a. Closed session minutes of May 10, 2010 and May 20, 2010 to remain on closed status.
b. Action regarding the employment of Ashleigh Hadfield as assistant dance sponsor at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
c. Action regarding the employment of Marilyn Schrepfer as assistant secretary at Eureka High School effective August 2, 2010.
d. Settlement Agreement with CEGEA and Diane Sluder.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
15) At 10:23 p.m. a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman, to adjourn. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
May 10, 2010 Minutes
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 West Cruger Avenue
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, May 10, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call and Moment of Silence for Logan Sauder
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
4) Approve Consent Agenda Items
5) Superintendent’s Report
6) Personnel Report
a.Action regarding the employment of Kadee Bellini as dance team sponsor at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
b. Action regarding the employment of Tracy Heffren as head volleyball coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
c. Action regarding the resignation from Matthew Hewitt as assistant football coach at Eureka High School effective immediately.
d. Action regarding the employment of Christopher King as assistant football coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the employment of Tim Meiss as head boys basketball coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
f. Action regarding the employment of Jill Niemi as head cheerleading coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
g. Action regarding the employment of Krista Swanson as assistant cheerleading coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
h. Action regarding the resignation from Robby Tomlinson as assistant principal at Eureka Middle School effective June 4, 2010.
7) Approve Board Policies on First Reading
8) Approve Beverage Vendor Contract
9) Approve Photography Vendor Contract
10) Establish Board Committee Assignments
11) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
12) Information
13) Motion to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of April 12, 2010 lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
d. The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the District including meeting held for the purpose of discussing whether a particular parcel should be acquired. [5 ILCS 12/2 (c)(5)]
14) Resume to Open Session
15) Take action following closed session regarding minutes and resignation from John Dolman as substitute bus driver effective the end of SY09-10.
16) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Keith Edelman, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ed Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles, Mr. Kevin Wiegand and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Also present was Superintendent Crump and other interested citizens. A moment of silence was observed in memory of Logan Sauder (April 24, 1993 – April 13, 2010), a Eureka High School student killed in an automobile accident. Mrs. Stephanie Brown and two high school students shared the activities and fundraising for St. Jude that happened during “Hope Week”.
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT – Mrs. Debra Houch shared “Calling Eureka Home”.
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
a. Board Committee Reports
b. Audience Participation
4) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Blunier to approve the following consent agenda items:
a. Approve April 12, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
b. Approve April 24, 2010 Board Building and Grounds Committee Report
c. Approve April, 2010 Fund Balance Report
d. Approve Additional April, 2010 Bills
e. Approve Current Bills for May, 2010
f. Approve Payroll Summary Report for May, 2010
g. Approve Treasurer’s Report as of April 30, 2010
h. Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of April 30, 2010
i. Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of April 30, 2010
j. Approve Activity Fund Reports as of April 30, 2010
k. Approve Hornet Athletic Booster Club Treasurer’s Report as of April 21, 2010
l. Approve Custodial Supply Bids for SY10-11
m. Approve Revision of Physical Education/Health and Fine Arts Curriculum on Second Reading
n. Approve Membership in the Peoria County Cooperative Purchasing Program fro Cafeteria Food and supplies for SY10-11 - $350.00
o. Approve New and Amended Board Policies on Second Reading
p. Approve Middle School Volleyball camp
q. Approve wrestling camp
r. Approve EHS football camp
s. Approve EHS basketball camp
t. Approve girls basketball camp
u. Approve EHS band camp
v. Approve Annual IASB Dues for SY10-11 (increase of $69.00)
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Monthly Board Policy Review: 715.02 through 715.06
b. A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Wiegand to change the Board of Education meeting location to Eureka Middle School Learning Center for June 2010 and July 2010. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
c. Letter of Congratulations from the Illinois State Board of Education regarding the 2010 School District Financial Profile: Recognition
6) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Chad Leman to approve the following personnel items:
a. Action regarding the employment of Kadee Bellini as dance team sponsor at Eureka Middle School for SY10-11.
b. Action regarding the employment of Tracy Heffren as head volleyball coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
c. Action regarding the resignation from Matthew Hewitt as assistant football coach at Eureka High School effective immediately.
d. Action regarding the employment of Christopher King as assistant football coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
e. Action regarding the employment of Tim Meiss as head boys basketball coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
f. Action regarding the employment of Jill Niemi as head cheerleading coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
g. Action regarding the employment of Krista Swanson as assistant cheerleading coach at Eureka High School for SY10-11.
h. Action regarding the resignation from Robby Tomlinson as assistant principal at Eureka Middle School effective June 4, 2010.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to approve the revisions to Board Policies on first reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) A motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Blunier to approve a five year beverage vendor contract with Pepsi as presented. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman, to approve a two year photography vendor contract with Precision Photo as presented. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) Board committee assignments for May 10, 2010 through May 9, 2011 were agreed upon. All assignments will remain the same, except that Kevin Wiegand will be the IASB delegate in place of Chad Leman.
11) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
12) Information items were discussed.
13) At 7:50 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Blunier, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discussion of April 12, 2010 lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
b. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
d. The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the District including meeting held for the purpose of discussing whether a particular parcel should be acquired. [5 ILCS 12/2 (c)(5)]
14) At 9:22 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to resume open session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
15) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman to approve the following by consent agenda:
a. Closed session minutes of April 12, 2010 to remain on closed status.
b. Action regarding the resignation from John Dolman as a substitute bus driver effective at the end of SY09-10.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
16) At 9:28 p.m. a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman, to adjourn. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
April 2010 Board Meeting Minutes
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 West Cruger Avenue
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, April 12, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
4) Approve Consent Agenda Items
5) Superintendent’s Report
6) Personnel Report
a. Action regarding the resignation from Brian Andrews as bus driver effective March 26, 2010.
b. Action regarding the resignation from Jessica Duffy as a paraprofessional at Davenport Elementary School as of April 9, 2010.
c. Action regarding the resignation from Jill Gerwing as a third grade teacher at Davenport Elementary School effective at the end of SY09-10.
d. Action regarding the employment of Jim Hinrichsen as a substitute bus driver.
e. Action regarding the employment of Gregory Hollenberg as a substitute bus driver.
f. Action regarding the resignation from Dr. Mary Ann Manos as assistant superintendent effective June 15, 2010.
7) Approve the Revisions to the Fine Arts and Physical Education/Health Curricula on First Reading
8) Approve Board Policies on First Reading
9) Renew Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Eureka Police Department for a School Resource Officer
10) Approve Student Fee Schedule for SY10-11
11) Approve Student Management Software Program
12) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
13) Information items were shared
14) Motion to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Student Disciplinary Cases [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (9)]
b. Discuss security procedures and the use of personnel and equipment to respond to an actual, a threatened, or a reasonably potential danger to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public or public property. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (8) as amended by P.A. 93-79 and P.A. 93-422.]
c. Discussion of March 8, 2010 lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
d. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
e. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
f. The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the District including meeting held for the purpose of discussing whether a particular parcel should be acquired. [5 ILCS 12/2 (c)(5)]
15) Resume to Open Session
16) Approve the following by consent agenda:
a. Closed session minutes of March 8, 2010 to remain on closed status.
b. Grievance hearing minutes of March 8, 2010
17) Uphold the out of school suspension of Student A.
18) Approve the following by consent agenda:
a. Action regarding the employment of Tyler Facker as a summer custodian at Eureka Middle School.
b. Action regarding the employment of Alyshia Haahn as a summer custodian at the Bus Garage.
c. Action regarding the employment of Emma Hartzell as a summer custodian at Congerville and Goodfield Elementary Schools.
d. Action regarding the employment of Chelsea Lolley as a summer custodian at Eureka High School.
e. Action regarding the employment of Randy Miller as transportation manager effective June, 2010.
f. Action regarding the employment of Melissa Raney as a summer custodian at Davenport Elementary School.
g. Action regarding the employment of Ethan Thorne as a summer custodian at Eureka High School.
19) Approve the employment of Karen Rieke as registrar/secretary at Eureka High School for the 2010-11 school year.
20) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Keith Edelman, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ed Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles, Mr. Kevin Wiegand and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Also present was Superintendent Crump and other interested citizens.
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT – Mrs. Rebecca Hack shared about “Social Learning Videos”.
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
a. Board Committee Reports
b. Audience Participation
4) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Wiegand to approve the following consent agenda items:
Approve March 8, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve Board Technology Committee Report of March 23, 2010
Approve Board Policy Committee Report of March 30, 2010
Approve March, 2010 Fund Balance Report
Approve Additional March, 2010 Bills
Approve Current Bills for April, 2010
Approve Payroll Summary Report for April, 2010
Approve Treasurer’s Report as of March 31, 2010
Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of March 31, 2010
Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of March 31, 2010
Approve Activity Fund Reports as of March 31, 2010
Approve Small Item Classroom and Office supply bid for SY10-11
Approve IESA Membership for SY10-11
Approve IHSA Membership for SY10-11
Approve Hornet Athletic Booster Club Treasurer’s Report as of March 10, 2010
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Monthly Board Policy Review: 715.02 through 715.06
b. IASB Resolutions were discussed
6) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman to approve the following personnel items:
a. Action regarding the resignation from Brian Andrews as bus driver effective March 26, 2010.
b. Action regarding the resignation from Jessica Duffy as a paraprofessional at Davenport Elementary School as of April 9, 2010.
c. Action regarding the resignation from Jill Gerwing as a third grade teacher at Davenport Elementary School effective at the end of SY09-10.
d. Action regarding the employment of Jim Hinrichsen as a substitute bus driver.
e. Action regarding the employment of Gregory Hollenberg as a substitute bus driver.
f. Action regarding the resignation from Dr. Mary Ann Manos as assistant superintendent effective June 15, 2010.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Blunier, to approve the revisions to the Fine Arts and Physical Education/Health Curricula on first reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles to approve Board Policies on first reading. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles, to renew the Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Eureka Police Department for a School Resource Officer. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman to approve Student Fee Schedule for SY10-11. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
11) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman to approve the purchase of Skyward for our new Student Management Software Program. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
12) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
13) Information items were discussed.
14) At 8:10 p.m. a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Wiegand, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Student Disciplinary Cases [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (9)]
b. Discuss security procedures and the use of personnel and equipment to respond to an actual, a threatened, or a reasonably potential danger to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public or public property. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (8) as amended by P.A. 93-79 and P.A. 93-422.]
c. Discussion of March 8, 2010 lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
d. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
e. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
f. The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the District including meeting held for the purpose of discussing whether a particular parcel should be acquired. [5 ILCS 12/2 (c)(5)]
15) At 10:55 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to resume open session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
16) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles to approve the following by consent agenda:
a. Closed session minutes of March 8, 2010 to remain on closed status
b. Grievance hearing minutes of March 8, 2010.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
17) Based upon the evidence provided by the hearing officer report, a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles, to uphold the out-of-school suspension of Student A. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
18) A motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Blunier, to approve the following by consent agenda:
a. Action regarding the employment of Tyler Facker as a summer custodian at Eureka Middle School.
b. Action regarding the employment of Alyshia Haahn as a summer custodian at the Bus Garage.
c. Action regarding the employment of Emma Hartzell as a summer custodian at Congerville and Goodfield Elementary Schools.
d. Action regarding the employment of Chelsea Lolley as a summer custodian at Eureka High School.
e. Action regarding the employment of Randy Miller as transportation manager effective June 2010.
f. Action regarding the employment of Melissa Raney as a summer custodian at Davenport Elementary School.
g. Action regarding the employment of Ethan Thorne as a summer custodian at Eureka High School.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
19) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Blunier, to approve the employment of Karie Rieke as registrar at Eureka High School for the 2010-11 school year. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
20) At 11:00 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Blunier, to adjourn. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
President Secretary
March 2010 Board Meeting Minutes
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 West Cruger Avenue
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, March 8, 2010
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
3) An opportunity was given for the Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports and an opportunity for Audience Participation.
4) Consent Agenda Items
Approve February 8, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve February 27, 2010 Special Board Meeting Retreat Minutes
Approve February, 2010 Fund Balance Report
Approve Additional February, 2010 Bills
Approve Current Bills for March, 2010
Approve Special Payroll Summary Report for February 11, 2010
Approve Payroll Summary Report for March, 2010
Approve Treasurer’s Report as of February 28, 2010
Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of February 28, 2010
Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of February 28, 2010
Approve Activity Fund Reports as of February 28, 2010
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Congratulations to Goodfield Elementary School for receiving the Academic Excellence Award – 2009 Illinois Honor Roll
b. Congratulations to Eureka Middle School for Receiving “Implementing” Level of Recognition for PBIS
c. Monthly Board Policy Review
6) Personnel Report
a) Action regarding the resignation of Jim Berlett as transportation manager for the district effective July 6, 2010.
b) Action regarding the authorization to use Dave Heinold as a volunteer track coach for both boys and girls teams at Eureka High School for SY09-10.
c) Action regarding the authorization to use Steve Holman as a volunteer bass fishing coach at Eureka High School for SY09-10.
d) Action regarding the employment of Dustin Roth as an assistant boys track coach at Eureka Middle School for SY09-10.
c) Approve the Resolution Reference the Non-reemployment of Certified Personnel for SY10-11.
d) Approve the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of Educational Support Personnel for SY10-11
e) Approve the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of employees assigned to Extra-Curricular duties.
f) Approve the Resolution Reference the Reduction of Contract Days of Educational Support Personnel for SY10-11 and all future school years.
7) Approve the Boys and Girls Swimming Co-op Agreement Between the Roanoke-Benson Community School District No. 60, Congerville-Eureka-Goodfield Community Unit School District No. 140 and the Metamora Township High School District No. 122.
8) Approve the amended school calendar for SY09-10.
9) Establish Eureka Middle School Eighth Grade Promotion Date
10) Select Participants for Graduation/Promotion
11) Approve the 2010-2011 Official School Calendar, Schedule of School Improvement Days, Schedule of Regular Board of Education Meetings and CAC Meetings
12) Approve Senior Class Trip to Great America in Gurnee, IL on May 19, 2010.
13) Approve contract for actuarial services for SY09-10
14) Approve asbestos designer/management work for the tunnels at Davenport Elementary School
15) Approve resolution to purchase real estate
16) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
17) Information Items were Discussed
18) Moved to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
b. Discussion of (February 8, 2010) and (February 27, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
19) Resume to Open Session
20) Approve (February 8, 2010) and (February 27, 2010) Lawfully Closed Meeting Minutes, but to remain on closed status – Illinois School Code Citation 5ILCS 120/2(c)(21) and action regarding the authorization to use Craig Hibbard as a volunteer football coach for SY10-11.
21) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Keith Edelman, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ed Leman, Mr. Ken Pyles, Mr. Kevin Wiegand and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Mr. Kurt Blunier arrived at 7:08 p.m. Also present was Superintendent Crump, Assistant Superintendent Manos and other interested citizens.
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
• Linking for Learning in the Media Center – Mrs. Jackson
3) Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports
a. Board Committee Reports
b. Audience Participation
4) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Wiegand, to approve the following consent agenda items:
Approve February 8, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve February 27, 2010 Special Board Meeting Retreat Minutes
Approve February, 2010 Fund Balance Report
Approve Additional February, 2010 Bills
Approve Current Bills for March, 2010
Approve Special Payroll Summary Report for February 11, 2010
Approve Payroll Summary Report for March, 2010
Approve Treasurer’s Report as of February 28, 2010
Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of February 28, 2010
Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of February 28, 2010
Approve Activity Fund Reports as of February 28, 2010
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Congratulations to Goodfield Elementary School Staff and Students
b. Congratulations to Eureka Middle School for Receiving “Implementing” Level of Recognition for PBIS
c. Monthly Board Policy Review
Board policies 710.18 through 715.01 were reviewed.
6) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman to approve the following personnel items by consent agenda:
a) Action regarding the resignation of Jim Berlett as transportation manager for the district effective July 6, 2010.
b) Action regarding the authorization to use Dave Heinold as a volunteer track coach for both boys and girls teams at Eureka High School for SY09-10.
c) Action regarding the authorization to use Steve Holman as a volunteer bass fishing coach at Eureka High School for SY09-10.
d) Action regarding the employment of Dustin Roth as an assistant boys’ track coach at Eureka Middle School for SY09-10.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
e) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Blunier, to approve the Resolution of Non-reemployment of the following Certified Personnel for SY10-11:
Tera Hammond
Jill Hilst
Candace Jackson
Terri Kuebler – reduction to half-time position
Barbara Mayer
Jill Schumacher
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: Pyles. Motion Carried.
f) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to approve the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of the following Educational Support Personnel for SY10-11:
Angela Knapp – Paraprofessional
Emily Martin – Paraprofessional
Susan Vance – Paraprofessional
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
g) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of the following employees assigned to Extra-Curricular duties for SY10-11:
Jaclyn Anderson Volleyball Assistant – Eureka Middle School
Kim Bieglow Volleyball Assistant – Eureka High School
Brian Bill WYSE Sponsor – Eureka High School
Melissa Eigsti Girls Track Co-Assistant – Eureka Middle School
Jerry Gouge Girls Basketball Assistant – Eureka Middle School
Ashleigh Hadfield Dance team Co-Sponsor – Eureka High School
Rachel Hayes Dance Team Sponsor – Eureka Middle School
Tracy Heffren Volleyball Coach – Eureka High School
Brandon Heider Girls Track Assistant – Eureka High School
Cassie Knepp Cheerleading Assistant – Eureka High School
Kari Marino Color Guard Sponsor – Eureka High School
Tim Meiss Head Boys’ Basketball Coach – Eureka High School
Jill Niemi Cheerleading Co-Sponsor – Eureka High School
Mike Raney Boys Swimming Coach – Eureka High School
Dustin Roth Assistant Boys Track Coach Eureka Middle School
Don Samford Girls’ Track Coach – Eureka High School
Dave Steinbeck 7th Grade Boys’ Basketball Coach – Eureka Middle School
Krista Swanson Cheerleading Co-Sponsor – Eureka High School
Abbie Tabor Musical Co-Sponsor – Eureka High School
Laura Willman Volleyball Assistant – Eureka Middle School
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
h) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Ed Leman, to approve the Resolution Reference the Reduction of Contract Days of the following Educational Support Personnel for SY10-11 and all future school years:
Colleen Bush Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Nancy Chally Library Clerk - Eureka Middle School
Beth Clawson Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Teresa Davey Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Jessica Duffy Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Inez Edwards Library Clerk - Davenport Elementary School
Nancy Fisher Paraprofessional - Goodfield Elementary School
Luellen Fitz Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Carol Gardner Paraprofessional - Eureka Middle School
Richard Griffith Paraprofessional - Eureka High School
Jennifer Lind Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Marie Little Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Teresa Middleton Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Amy Punke Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Debi Smith Paraprofessional - Eureka Middle School
Beth Taylor Paraprofessional - Congerville Elementary School
Lindsey Whorten Paraprofessional - Eureka Middle School
Joyce Zehr Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Debra Zook Paraprofessional - Davenport Elementary School
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman, to approve the Boys and Girls Swimming Co-op Agreement Between the Roanoke-Benson Community School District No. 60, Congerville-Eureka-Goodfield Community Unit School District No. 140 and the Metamora Township High School District No. 122 with Metamora District 122 as host of the programs. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Edelman, to approve Amended School Calendar for SY09-10 (including the following adjustments to the SY09-10 calendar) and authorize the Superintendent to adjust the calendar if any additional emergency days are utilized, in order to assure 180 calendar school days.
Monday, May 24, 2010 - last full day
Tuesday, May 25, 2010 - 2:30 p.m. dismissal
- last day breakfast and hot lunch will be served
- last day for bus routes
Wednesday, May 26, 2010 - No school - Teacher’s Institute
Thursday, May 27, 2010 - Pick-up report card day – cards are available between the hours of 8:30 and 11:30 a.m.
- High School cards will be mailed home
- No bus service
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman, to establish the Eureka Middle School Eighth Grade Promotion date for Monday, May 24, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the Eureka Middle School Gymnasium. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) Select Participants for Graduation/Promotion
Eureka High School: Sunday, May 23, 2010 – 3:00 p.m. – McCollum Field, Rain – Eureka High School Gymnasium
One board member to read names: Chad Leman
One board member to distribute diplomas: Kurt Blunier, Keith Edelman
Board President will provide a welcome.
Eureka Middle School: Monday, May 24, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Eureka Middle School Gymnasium
One board member to read names: Ed Leman
One board member to distribute diplomas: Keith Edelman
11) A motion was made by Edelman, seconded by Ed Leman, to approve the 2010-2011 Official School Calendar, Schedule of School Improvement Days, Schedule of Regular Board of Education Meetings and CAC Meetings.
Highlights of the recommended calendar
• Two full day institutes at the beginning of the year
• School starts for students on August 18, 2010 – Half Day
• Four 11:30 a.m. dismissals for School Improvement activities have been scheduled
• Attend school on Veterans Day
• No school on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving
• First semester ends before Christmas
• Eight week days for Christmas Vacation
• Spring vacation will be the week before Easter
• School would end on May 24, 2011 if no emergency days were utilized
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman and Ed Leman. Nay: Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Motion Failed to Carry.
A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Wiegand, to approve the 2010-2011 Official School Calendar as presented with the change of observing Veterans Day as a holiday and attending school on November 24, 2010. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: Edelman and Chad Leman. Motion Carried.
12) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles, to approve a Senior Class trip to be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 to Great America in Gurnee, IL. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
13) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles, to contract with Mitchell Serota and Associates out of Skokie, IL for actuarial services for FY10-FY11.
A new requirement of the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB45) is to calculate post-retirement health care liabilities of retirees that remain on the district health insurance plan (at their cost). This is seen as a benefit because the premium is discounted due to participation in a group health insurance plan that includes younger individuals in the risk pool.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
14) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Wiegand, to approve the bid of Springfield Analytical, Inc. for asbestos designer/management work for the tunnels at Davenport Elementary School. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
15) A motion was made by Wiegand, seconded by Pyles, to approve a Resolution to Purchase Real Estate at 1961 South Main Street, Eureka, IL, also known as the Getz Greenhouse Property as per the following:
• Price Agreed upon - $225,000.00
• Amount to be paid following the removal of all greenhouses, equipment and general clean-up of debris - $10,000.00
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Abstention: Ed Leman. Motion Carried.
16) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
17) Information items were discussed.
18) At 8:52 p.m. a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Wiegand, to move to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
b. Discussion of (February 8, 2010) and (February 27, 2010) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
c. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
19) At 10:57 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles to resume to Open Session.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
20) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Edelman, to approve (February 8, 2010) and (February 27, 2010) Lawfully Closed Meeting Minutes, but to remain on closed status – Illinois School Code Citation 5ILCS 120/2(c)(21) and approve authorization to use Craig Hibbard as a volunteer football coach for SY10-11. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
21) At 10:58 p.m. a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman, to adjourn the meeting.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Edelman, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Wiegand and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
President Secretary