July 12, 2021 

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, July 12, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.  

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the agenda with the addition of a 28E agreement and a resignation.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 4. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items

1. High School Study Results – Tyler Riley, FEH Design, gave an overview of the draft feasibility report done on the high school.  The draft contains multiple options regarding remodeling the existing high school or building a new high school. 
2. 2019-2020 Audit Report – Kathy Biere, Board Secretary, gave a brief overview of the 2019-2020 audit report. 

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. D.A.R.E. Program – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the D.A.R.E. Program for 5^th grade students.  Motion carried unanimously. 
2. Buy American Program – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to employ the Buy American Program as much as possible without disrupting the project timelines and budget.  Motion carried unanimously. 
3. Davis Bacon Contract Language – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the Davis Bacon contract language.  Motion carried unanimously. 
4. Designation of Financial Depositories and Limits for District Funds – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the Designation of Financial Depositories and Limits for District Funds as follows:  ISJIT - $10,000,000; First State Bank - $8,000,000; Availa Bank - $8,000,000; and WCF Financial Bank - $8,000,000.  Motion carried unanimously. 
5. Nolte, Cornman & Johnson CPA Engagement Letter – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Nolte, Cornman & Johnson engagement letter for FY21 audit services.  Motion carried unanimously. 
6. Forecast5 Analytics Agreement – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Forecast5 Analytics Agreement.  Motion carried unanimously. 
7. 2020-2021 pCard Rebate – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the 2020-2021 pCard Rebate of $1,222.72.  Motion carried unanimously. 
8. 2020-2021 Iowa LGRP Refund – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the 2020-2021 Iowa LGRP refund in the amount of $4,247.45.  Motion carried unanimously. 
1. Daktronics Agreement – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the agreement with Daktronics.  Motion carried unanimously. 
10. Impact 7G Agreement – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Impact 7G agreement.  Motion carried unanimously. 
11. AEA Lease Agreement for use of Hamilton High – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the AEA lease agreement.  Motion carried unanimously. 
12. Johnson Controls Upgrade – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Johnson Controls upgrade.  Motion carried unanimously. 
13. Baker Group Contract – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the Baker Group contract.  Motion carried unanimously. 
14. Facility Fee Schedule – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the facility fee schedule.  Motion carried unanimously. 
15. First Reading of Board Policy 905.2 Advertising and Promotion – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the first reading of Board Policy 905.2 Advertising and Promotion.  Motion carried unanimously. 
16. Special Education Contract – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the special education contract for student services with Dubuque Community School District.  Motion carried unanimously. 
17. 28E Agreement for Art Instruction and Shared Superintendent Services – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the 28E agreement with United Community School for shared art instruction, and with Stratford Community School for shared superintendent services.  Motion carried unanimously. 
18. Gifts to the District – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the monetary donation of $2,500 to the Webster City High School Athletic Program from America’s Farmer Bayer Fund, nominated by Bob Wirtz; and to approve the monetary donation of $60 from the Class of 1965 for the needy family fund and to the high school baseball and softball programs.  Motion carried unanimously. 
19. Fundraising Requests – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the high school cheerleaders to sell painted paw prints and to park cars at the Hamilton County Fair.  Motion carried unanimously. 

Item 7. – Personnel

1. Contract Recommendations – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the following:

• Resignation of Michael Ross, Academic Interventionist; Michael Ross, Assistant Varsity Football; Michael Ross, Head Boys Tennis; Chris Moline, 1^st Grade; Jessica Howard, Head Softball Coach.
• Contracts of Aaron Ehley, High School Special Education; Chris Moline, Academic Interventionist; Tyler Mosbach, Assistant Varsity Football; Kennedy Daniels, JV Girls Soccer; Matt Matteson, Summer Weight Room Supervisor; Kathy Runyan, High School Secretary; Lisa Gallaher, High School Night Custodian.

Motion carried unanimously.

Item 8. – Other

A. Items from the Superintendent –  

     1.  Dr. Ross told the Board the HVAC projects at Pleasant View and Sunset Heights are being impacted by pandemic-related shipping delays.

     2. Dr. Ross told the Board the District is required to seek public input on ESSER III funds and that a plan has to be submitted by August 20^th.  More information will be posted on the District website in the next few weeks.

     3. Dr. Ross recommended to the Board an ad hoc committee be created to bring back recommendations regarding honoring coaches. 

     4. Dr. Ross congratulated the High School Rocketry Club on their 3^rd place finish in the national competition. 

     5. Dr. Ross congratulated the high school baseball and high school softball teams on winning the North Central Conference Championship and for the high school baseball team on being ranked #6 in the state. 

B. Items from the Board –

     1. Mr. Pruismann asked about the free lunch program through the USDA that is extended through the 21-22 school year. 

ITEM 9. – Consent Items - It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the minutes of the June 14, 2021 Board Meeting; to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports; to approve payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes; and to approve the interfund transfer and the fundraising report.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 10. – Adjournment - Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to adjourn the meeting at 7:29 p.m.   Motion carried unanimously. 

The Board went into a work session on Goal Setting and no action was taken.

The next Regular Board Meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 9, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                              Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President         

August 9, 2021

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, August 9, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa. 

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties. 

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the agenda by deleting the Discussion Item and adding a Fundraising Request.  Motion carried.   

ITEM 4. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items – There were none. 

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. School Board Goals – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Board goals for 2021-2022.  Motion carried. 
2. Final Reading of Board Policy 905.2 Advertising and Promotion – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the final reading of Board Policy 905.2 Advertising and Promotion.  Motion carried. 
3. Salvage of 2002 Bluebird Bus – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the salvage of a 2002 Bluebird bus.  Motion carried. 
4. Textbook Inventory Disposal – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the disposal of 70 2004 McDougal Littell Alegbra 1 Concepts and Skills (Alegbra A & B) textbooks.  Motion carried. 
5. District Advisory/SIAC Committee – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the District Advisory/SIAC Committee members.  Motion carried. 
6. Solution Tree Agreement – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the Solution Tree Agreement for professional development.  Motion carried. 
7. Compass PD Agreement – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the Compass PD Agreement.  Motion carried. 
8. ICCC Project Early Bird 28E Agreement – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the ICCC Project Early Bird 28E Agreement.  Motion carried. 
9. 28E Agreements with Stratford CSD – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the 28E agreements with Stratford for shared Teacher Librarian, Physical Education Teacher, School Business Official, School Nurse, Elementary Counselor, Transportation Director, and Talented and Gifted Teacher.  Motion carried. 
10. Hilton Des Moines Downtown Banquet Order Agreement – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the Hilton Des Moines banquet order agreement for the Administrative Retreat.  Motion carried. 
11. Morningside University Agreement – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the Morningside University Agreement to place teacher education candidates in clinical experiences.  Motion carried. 
12. ESSER II Resolution for Transfer of Funds – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner to approve

COVID Resolution for Transfer of Funds

WHEREAS, the global COVID-19 pandemic has created budget stress for the district’s food service fund, and

WHEREAS, the federal CARES Act funding allows for payment of supply expenses for food service during the pandemic; and

WHEREAS, funds typically available to pay for supply expenses were negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic;

Now, therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District, direct the district to transfer ESSER II revenues to the district’s food service fund, accordingly for the purpose of food service supply expenses due to COVID-19, total amount of $7,327.11 to be available for expenditures for the 2020-21 fiscal year.  

Motion carried. 

M.  Fundraising Requests – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve fundraisers for:  Middle School Kona Ice; Middle School Student Council Penny War; Webster City HS Cross Country to sell apparel; High School Girls Basketball to host a 4^th-8^th grade basketball tournament; High School Boys Soccer to sell apparel; WC Rocketry Club to host a trivia night; High School Cheerleading to host a kids cheer camp; and Football Booster Club to sell Adrenaline cards.  Motion carried.   

 Item 7. – Personnel

1. Contract Recommendations – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the following:

• Resignation of Katy Bernard, High School ELL; Derek Turner, 7^th Boys Track Coach; Tony Bussan, Assistant High School Boys Track Coach; Jessica Bailey, Head 7^th Volleyball.
• Contracts of Amanda Beaulieu, High School ELL; Jodi Koestner, Paraeducator; Adriana Tellez, Paraeducator; Emily Hansen, 9^th Grade Girls Basketball Coach; and Robin Streigle, Concession Stand Manager.

Motion carried.

Item 8. – Other

1. Items from the Superintendent –

1. Dr. Ross shared school start details:  Preschool will start September 1 and that meetings with the teacher will be scheduled by location; each building will hold conferences on August 23 and 24 to give parents a chance to have a one-to-one meetings with their child’s teacher.  Middle School will hold new student orientation on August 19 from 4-7 pm.  The High School will hold freshman and new student orientation on August 23^rd at 6:00 pm.  K-12 classes will begin on Wednesday, August 25^th.  At this time, there will be no cohorts, students will be social distanced as much as possible, and masks will not be required.  The District will continue to watch for additional guidance to look out for the safety and health of students and staff. 
2. Dr. Ross provided an update on the HVAC project at Pleasant View and Sunset Heights Elementary.  She gave kudos to Peterson Construction for having the rooms as ready as possible for the start of school and a video is being created to give parents, students, and staff a look at what to expect in each building.
3. Dr. Ross shared that the District is required to gain input from the community regarding the ESSER II funds available for reimbursement.  A survey went out and the top five areas to focus on were identified as unfinished learning, mental health, at-risk groups, technology and extra-curricular accounts. 

     B.  Items from the Board –

1. Ms. Williams asked when the teachers were going to be able to get into their rooms at Pleasant View and Sunset Heights.  The first day staff are allowed back in the buildings will be Wednesday, August 11, due to construction.   
2. Mr. Patterson asked if all previous space at Pleasant View and Sunset Heights would be able to be used for the start of school.  Since construction will be ongoing, not all spaces will be available. 
3. Mr. Pruismann said the rental house in Blairsburg has been surveyed and word needed to get out the public that the house was for sale.  Dr. Ross will work to get information posted on the District website as well as the District Facebook page.
4. Mr. Stroner said a committee has been formed for honoring coaches and preliminary information will be presented at the next board meeting. 
5. Mr. Stroner asked when Tyler Riley, FEH Design, would be back to talk about the facility study.  Dr. Ross will contact Mr. Riley to see when he would be available to attend a work session for further discussion. 

ITEM 9. – Consent Items - It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the minutes of the July 12, 2021 Board Meeting; to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports; to approve payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes; and to approve the interfund transfer and the fundraising report.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 10. – Adjournment - Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 p.m.   Motion carried. 

The next Regular Board Meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 23, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                                         Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                                Beth Van Diest, President      

 

August 23, 2021

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, August 23, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the agenda with the addition of an Action Item and Contract Recommendation.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 4. – Open Comment to the Board – Dr. Angela Olerich, McFarland Clinic, and Dr. Nikki Ehn, Van Diest Medical Clinic, asked the Board to consider protocols to address COVID for the 2021-2022 school year. They asked the Board to highly encourage masks and to provide meaningful information to parents so informed decisions can be made. 

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items –

1. Recognition/Naming Committee Report – Richard Stroner and Eric Patterson shared potential criteria from the Recognition/Naming Committee to honor field coaches.  The committee will continue to meet in the next few weeks and will bring more information back to the September 13^th board meeting.

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. Fundraising Requests – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the fundraising requests for High School Choir to sell singing valentines and tickets to the annual variety show; and High School Yearbook to sell shirts for each high school graduating class, yearbook ads, and Winterfest t-shirts.  Motion carried unanimously.
2. Protective Equipment Transfer – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve a transfer from the general fund to the activity fund in the amount of $2,553.40 for protective equipment for the 20-21 school year.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the following:

1. Contract resignations of: Vanessa Lopez, Paraeducator; Aaron Grossoehme, Bus Driver; and Katie Chamness, Paraeducator.
2. Contract recommendations of:  Theresa Turpen, 1^st Grade; Derek Turner, Assistant High School Boys Track Coach; Laura Fisher, 8^th Grade Assistant Volleyball; Adison Kehoe, Assistant 8^th Grade Girls Basketball; Peggy Miller, Paraeducator; Alysha Heue, Paraeducator; John McKnight, Bus Driver; Jodi Wagner, Paraeducator; Teacher Mentors; Site Based TLC Council Members; and Building Leadership Team Members.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross

1.  Dr. Ross shared that new teachers had orientation August 16 and August 17, staff participated in professional development on August 18 and the all staff breakfast was held at Briggs Woods Conference Center on August 19, with breakfast provided by First State Bank and Town and Country Insurance.  Individual parent teacher conferences will be held August 23 and August 24, and the first day of school will be August 25.  An early out is scheduled for August 25 and 26 so staff can participate in professional development.  Preschool is set to begin September 1. 
2. Dr. Ross shared COVID protocols with the Board for the 2021-2022 school year.  The document can be found on the District’s website, as well as the District’s Facebook page. 
3. Dr. Ross presented a 2020-2021 yearbook to each board member. 

    B. Items from the Board

1. Ms. Williams, SIAC board member representative, said the SIAC meeting held on August 11 went very well.  Items discussed at the meeting included:  District goals, demographics and background history; student achievement data, facilities, and bullying/harassment.  Questions the committee came up with included, “What can we do as a district to welcome others?” and “What questions can we bring back?”  Anyone interested in being on the SIAC committee should contact Jama Hisler, Director of Teaching and Learning. 
2. Mr. Pruismann shared that he has shown the rental house in Blairsburg three times and there are two more interested parties.

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the minutes of the August 9, 2021 Board Meeting.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 10.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Pruismann, to adjourn the meeting at 7:17 p.m.  Motion carried unanimously. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, September 13, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                              Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President

September 13, 2021

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, September 13, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Pruismann, seconded Ms. Williams, to approve the agenda.  . 

ITEM 4. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 5. – Action Items

1. Updated Return to Learn Plan – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the updated Return to Learn Plan for the Fall of 2021.  Motion carried.
2. Approval of Rental House Survey – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approval the rental house survey as presented.  Motion carried. 
3. Approval of Teaching Staff Eligible for a Lane Change – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve teaching staff eligible for a lane change.  Motion carried. 
4. Disposal of Outdated Textbooks – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the disposal of outdated textbooks.  Motion carried. 
5. Solution Tree Associates Contract – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the Solution Tree contract.  Motion carried. 
6. Compass PD Contract – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the Compass PD contract.  Motion carried. 
7. Small Rural Achievement Grant Transfer – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Small Rural Achievement Grant Transfer.  Motion carried. 
8. Gifts to the District – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to accept the following gifts to the District:  a $500 memorial gift from the family of Mark Vance for his love of Lynx athletics, and for a donation from Arlo Van Diest for the purchase of a timing system for the Lynx Cross Country and Track and Field programs.  Motion carried. 
9. Fundraising Requests – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve fundraisers for FFA to sell Homecoming shirts, sell meals at the Doodle Bug reunion, fruits sales, plant sales, host the sheep and goat show, and prepare Meals from the Heartland; High School Spanish Club to sell Butter Braids; and Middle School Choir to see Pastry Puffins.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the following:

1. Contract Recommendation of:  Sunshine Duffy, Paraeducator.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. The preliminary count for certified enrollment is up by 76 students.  The District will have a final number in early October. 
   2. The COVID dashboard has been launched again given increased pandemic activity.  Families are strongly encouraged to contact their child’s school nurse if anyone in their household has tested positive or has been exposed to COVID. 
   3. Professional development will be held Monday, September 20, and there will be no classes for students. 
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Mr. Stroner announced that he will not be seeking re-election for the At-Large Director position he currently holds on the School Board. 
   2. Mr. Pruismann said it was disappointing to learn that families are not reporting illnesses to the District. 
   3. Mr. Stroner asked that families be cautious and report positive cases and COVID related illness to their child’s school. 
       

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the minutes of the August 23, 2021 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer and the fundraising report.

ITEM 10.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Williams, to adjourn the meeting at 6:36 p.m. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, September 27, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                                         Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                                Beth Van Diest, President

September 27, 2021

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, September 27, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, Mr. Patterson and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the agenda. 

ITEM 4. – Open Comment to the Board – McKinley Bailey and Scott Oswald shared their comments with the Board regarding masks.    

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items –

1. COVID Mitigation – Dr. Ross recommended that the District not mandate masks at this time.  Each board member thanked constituents who had contacted them regarding the issue of masks. 

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. COVID Mitigation – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to leave COVID mitigation as is and not mandate masks at this time.  Motion carried unanimously. 
2. District Title IX Coordinator – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve Will Brock as the District Title IX Coordinator.  Motion carried unanimously. 
3. 2021 IASB Legislative Resolutions – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the following 2021 IASB Legislative Resolutions:  Preschool, English Learners, Mental Health and School Funding Policy.  Motion carried unanimously. 
4. Mighty Trojan Childcare FY22 Childcare Worker Bonus Fund Application – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the Mighty Trojan Childcare Center FY22 Application for Bonus Program.  Motion carried unanimously. 
5. Special Education Contracts – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the Special Education Contracts for student services with Fort Dodge Community School District.  Motion carried unanimously. 
6. Special Education Deficit – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the SBRC request for Allowable Growth for the Special Education Deficit for the 2020-2021 school year in the amount of $610,336.92.  Motion carried unanimously. 
7. IXL Contract – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the IXL Contract to pilot the program K-12 through March.  Motion carried unanimously. 
8. Fundraising Request – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the fundraising request for the High School Music Department to sell Pampered Chef.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the following:

1. Contract recommendations for:  Greta Nelson, Spring Play Advisor; Alexis Worden, Paraeducator; and Lori McKnight, Paraeducator.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Homecoming Week is September 27 – October 1.  There will be a two hour dismissal on Friday, October 1 so students and staff can attend the Homecoming parade.
   2. Dr. Ross attended a Zoom meeting with County Administrators last week.
   3. Tyler Riley, FEH Design, will attend the work session on Monday, October 25 to continue discussion on plans for the High School. 
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Mr. Pruismann asked if those running in the School Board Election could attend the work session on October 25 to hear discussion on future plans for the High School.  Kathy Biere, Board Secretary, will reach out to each of the candidates.
   2. Ms. Van Diest attended a meeting for the Career Ag Academy on September 15.

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the minutes of the September 13, 2021 Board Meeting.  Motion carried unanimously.

ITEM 10.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to adjourn the meeting at 7:08 p.m.  Motion carried unanimously.    

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, October 11, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                              Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President

October 11, 2021

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, October 11, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, and Ms. Van Diest.  Mr. Patterson was absent.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 4. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 5. - Discussion Items –

1. Recognition of Athletic Coaches – Joe Shanks, Activities Director, said the committee did not want to duplicate the Wall of Fame, so they decided against naming fields.  The committee decided instead to take annual nominations for the Wall of Fame.  Mr. Shanks will bring forward a process that includes criteria, a nomination form, and committee structure for Board approval.    

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. Committee recommendation regarding Recognition of Athletic Coaches – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the committee’s recommendation not to name fields or add additional recognition beyond the existing Wall of Fame inside the competition gym.  Motion carried. 
2. William Penn Student Teaching and Student Clinical Experience Agreement – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the agreement with William Penn for hosting student teachers and practicum students.  Motion carried. 
3. Gifts to the District – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the monetary donations of $750 from the Williams Lions Club and $125 from NEH Summer Rec for the bottle filling station at Northeast Hamilton Elementary.  Motion carried.
4. Fundraising Requests – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the fundraising requests of the Elementary PTO to sell cookie dough and the NEH Spirit Club to host a carnival night.  Motion carried.  

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the following:

1. Contract Recommendation of:  Arin Lura, Paraeducator.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. A work session will be held after the regular board meeting on October 25.  Tyler Riley, FEH Design, will discuss scenarios for the High School.  Board members were asked to send their questions to Dr. Ross by Wednesday, October 20.
   2. The Iowa Association of School Board’s Annual Convention will be held on November 17 and 18 in Des Moines.  Board members were asked to let Dr. Ross know if they would be attending so staff can register them. 
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Mr. Stroner asked if any discussion had taken place with students who are taking a knee during the national anthem and offered to do so with members of the American Legion. 
   2. Mr. Stroner asked about holding a Veteran’s Day assembly in a school gym.  Dr. Ross said District buildings are not open to the public during the school day.
   3. Ms. Williams asked how parent teacher conferences were being conducted.
   4. Mr. Pruismann asked if there had been any discussion putting steps down to the field at Pleasant View Elementary.  Dr. Ross indicated that this was not in any plans at this time.    

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the minutes of the September 27, 2021 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer and the fundraising report.

ITEM 10.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to adjourn the meeting at 6:47 p.m. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, October 25, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                             Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President         

October 25, 2021

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, October 25, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa. 

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, Mr. Patterson and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the agenda.  Motion carried unanimously.   

ITEM 4. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items –

1. 2021-2022 Certified Enrollment - Dr. Ross report that the 2021 Certified Enrollment is up 25 students. 

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. Four Year Old Preschool Budgets – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the Four Year Old Preschool Budgets for 2021-2022.  Motion carried unanimously.
2. Fundraising Request – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the fundraising request for High School Athletics to place advertising on popcorn bags; High School Cheerleaders to sell Lynx apparel and accessories, to sell or renew advertising on t-shirts, host a youth cheer camp; the Art Club to hold a Fall art and bake sale; Prom to ask for family donations, sell Prom t-shirts, participate in Fareway and Hy-Vee roundup, sell Texas Roadhouse rolls, hold a bake sale, hold a raffle for half-court shots, sell breakfast at a wrestling tournament, sell $1 candy bars, wrap gifts for a donation, hold a daddy daughter dance, hold a chili cook-off or bake potato bar, and sell bug butter and toothpaste.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the following:

1. Contract resignations of Dylan Fielder, Head Middle School Wrestling Coach; and Brad Van Deer, JV Softball Coach.
2. Contract recommendations for:  Marta Paukert, Prom Supervisor; and Brad Van Deer, Head Varsity Softball Coach.

Motion carried unanimously.  

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Congratulations to the High School volleyball team on a successful season. 
   2. Congratulations to the Varsity football team on making it to the playoffs which will be held on Friday, October 29 at 7:00 p.m. at Lynx Field. 
   3. Parent-teacher conferences will be held October 26 and October 28.
   4. October is Principal recognition month and a thank you goes out to all of our building principals for the important work they do with students and staff.
   5. The second board meeting of November will be held November 29.  New board members will be seated at this time. 
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Mr. Patterson encouraged parents to attend parent-teacher conferences.
   2. Mr. Pruismann mentioned playoff football tickets need to be purchased online.

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the minutes of the October 11, 2021 Board Meeting.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 10.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to adjourn the meeting at 6:16 p.m.  Motion carried unanimously. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, November 8, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                               Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President         

November 8, 2021 

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, November 8, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the agenda with the addition of High School Facilities Option added as an agenda item and an additional contract recommendation.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 4. – Open Comment to the Board – There was none.

Dr. Ross introduced Darcy Cosens, Interim Pleasant View Elementary Principal.

ITEM 5. - Action Items

1. Special Education Contract – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the Special Education contracts for student services with Manson Northwest Webster Community School District.  Motion carried unanimously. 
2. Preschool 28E Agreements – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the Preschool 28E Agreements.  Motion carried unanimously. 
3. High School Facilities Option – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, for the Board to propose investigation of the financial capability of the
   District to build a new High School.  Motion carried unanimously. 
4. Memorandum of Understanding for 21-22 Sick Leave – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Memorandum of Understanding for 21-22 sick leave.  Motion carried unanimously. 
5. Substitute Teacher Rate – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve increasing the substitute teacher rate from $115 to $130 for former Webster City educators.  Motion carried unanimously. 
6. Teacher Classroom Coverage – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve increasing the rate for teacher classroom coverage from $6 to $10.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to approve the following:

1. Contract resignations of:  Cole Nokes, Assistant Middle School Wrestling Coach; and Eric Dawson, 7^th Football Coach 
2. Contract recommendations of:  Darcy Cosens, Interim Elementary Principal; Cole Nokes, Head Middle School Wrestling Coach; Rafferty Naughton, Assistant Middle School Wrestling; Alex Koons, Assistant 7^th Boys Basketball Coach; and Abby Paine-Trent, High School Paraeducator.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Congratulations to Eric Patterson, Dave Stoakes and Kelsey Clarken on winning School Board seats.  New board members will be seated at the November 29, 2021 meeting. 
   2. The District will participate in strategic planning in Fort Dodge on November 17 and 18.  Results for further planning will be shared at a later date with the Board. 
   3. Dr. Ross attended the Rotary Leadership Banquet was held at Briggs Woods Conference Center on Sunday, November 7, where 14 Webster City High School had 14 students were honored. 
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Mr. Stroner attended the state cheer competition in Des Moines on Saturday and wondered if the State could be contacted about not allowing food and beverages to be brought in for the cheerleaders who were competing.   
   2. Mr. Stroner asked for an appointment with the Technology Department to turn in his District IPad. 
   3. Mr. Patterson inquired about a pay increase for paraeducators certified to substitute for a classroom teacher.  Dr. Ross said it will be on the agenda for the November 29 board meeting. 
   4. Ms. Van Diest congratulated the High School football team and a great season. 

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the minutes of the October 25, 2021 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer and the fundraising report.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 10.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to adjourn the meeting at 6:58 p.m.  Motion carried unanimously. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, November 29, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                              Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President

November 29, 2021 

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, November 29, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

Open Comment to the Board – There was none.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Williams, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stroner, Mr. Patterson and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the agenda with the addition of Item 11 – Swearing in of newly elected board members.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 4. – Approval of Minutes of Last Regular Meeting – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the minutes of the November 8, 2021 board meeting.   Motion carried. 

ITEM 5. – Appointment of Board Secretary – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to appoint Kathy Biere as the Board Secretary.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 6. – Administration of Oath of Office to Board Secretary – Ms. Van Diest, Board President, administered the Oath of Office to Board Secretary, Kathy Biere.   

ITEM 7. – Review Official Results of School Board Election – Dr. Ross reviewed the Official Results of the School Board Election.  Dave Stoakes received 732 votes for Director At Large; Kelsey Clarken received 680 votes for Director District 1; and Eric Patterson received 778 votes for Director District 3.   

ITEM 8. – Action Items

1. Hall of Fame Selection Process – Motion by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Stroner, to approve the Hall of Fame Selection Process with the addition of language regarding both walls of fame.  Motion carried. 
2. Teacher Sub Pay Plans – Motion by Mr. Stoner, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the plan to move pay for all substitutes to $130/day, add $10 on top of the current wage for paras who are certified to sub for a teacher, and pay $10 per class period for coverage of study hall or other non-instructional teaching duty.  Motion carried.  

ITEM 9. – Adjournment of Retiring Board – Motion by Mr. Stroner, seconded by Ms. Williams, to adjourn the retiring Board at 6:20 p.m.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 10. - Call to Order and Roll Call (New Board) – Board Secretary, Kathy Biere, called the meeting to order at 6:25 p.m.  Members answering roll call were Ms. Clarken, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest. 

ITEM 11. – Swearing in of newly elected board members – Kathy Biere, Board Secretary, administered the Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members Kelsey Clarken, Dave Stoakes, and Eric Patterson. 

ITEM 12. - Election of President and Vice President –

1. Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to nominate Beth Van Deist as Board President.  Motion carried. 
2. Motion by Ms. Van Diest, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to nominate Eric Patterson as Board Vice President.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 13. - Administration of Oath of Office to Newly Elected President and Vice President – Kathy Biere, Board Secretary, administered the Oath of Office to newly elected President Van Diest, and Vice President Mr. Patterson. 

ITEM 14. - Annual Meeting -

1. Establish Meeting Dates, Time and Location – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to establish the meeting dates to be the 2^nd and 4^th Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the School Administration Office Board Room.  Motion carried. 
2. Name Official Publication – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Daily Freeman Journal as the official publication of the Webster City Community School District.  Motion carried. 
3. Designation of Legal Counsel – Motion by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve Ahlers and Cooney as the District’s legal counsel.  Motion carried. 
4. Designation of Financial Depositories – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the financial institutions and their limits to be:  ISJIT - $10,000,000; First State Bank - $8,000,000; Availa Bank - $8,000,000; and WC Financial Bank - $8,000,000.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 15. – Discussion Items –

1. Informal Board Meeting with Stratford –The Stratford Board of Directors wishes to continue informal board meetings with Webster City.  The Webster City Board of Directors agreed to continue the practice and Ms. Van Diest, Mr. Patterson and Ms. Clarken all volunteered to serve as a representative for the meeting. 

ITEM 16. – Action Items –

1. School Budget Review Committee Request for Increased Enrollment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to approve the School Budget Review Committee request for the modified supplemental amount for increased enrollment in the amount of $169,111.80.  Motion carried. 
2. School Budget Review Committee Request for Modified Allowable Growth for LEP Instruction Beyond Five Years – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the School Budget Review Committee request for modified supplemental amount for LEP instruction beyond five years in the amount of $111,151.26.  Motion carried. 
3. Debt Service Obligation Bond Interest Payment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the debt service obligation bond interest payments in the amount of $113,969.66.  Motion carried. 
4. Iowa Local Government Risk Pool Commission Refund – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Iowa Local Government Risk Pool Commission refund in the amount of $9,593.00.  Motion carried.   
5. Special Education Contracts – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Special Education contracts for student services with Dubuque Community School District.  Motion carried. 
6. Gifts to District – Motion by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the $500 donation on behalf of the Carl Day family and the $400 donation to Sunset Heights Elementary from the Kiwanis Club of Main Street.  Motion carried. 
7. Fundraising Requests – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to approve the fundraising requests of High School Softball to offer a pitching clinic and sell Pampered Chef.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 17. - Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the contract resignation of Jordan Moen, Assistant Varsity Baseball.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 18. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Congratulations to the new board members and thanks to those who ran. 
   2. Congratulations to Ms. Van Diest on the birth of her newest grandchild.
   3. A superintendent’s meeting was held at Iowa Central and there were discussions regarding:  sharing a high school counselor to help with the FAFSA and the Career Academy; an increase in the course credit rate; and seats being offered to students for Iowa Central classes in Fort Dodge. 
   4. Recommendations for early retirement will be brought to the December board meeting, 
   5. A work session with IASB will be held on Thursday, December 16.
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Mr. Pruismann may not be in attendance at the December board meeting. 

ITEM 19.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to adjourn the meeting at 6:49 p.m.  Motion carried unanimously. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, December 13, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

An IASB New Board Work Session will be held on Thursday, December 16, 2021.

Attest:                                                               Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President

December 13, 2021

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, December 13, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 2. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.

ITEM 3. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Ms. Clarken and Mr. Pruismann were absent.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 4 . – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded Mr. Stoakes, to approve the agenda by removing the athletic recommendation and resignation and by adding a paraeducator resignation.  Motion carried.   

ITEM 5. – FFA Recognition – The Board recognized the Webster City FFA Chapter for their national award.  Kurt Veldhuzien, FFA Chapter Sponsor, shared a video presentation by Shelby Brim, FFA Chapter President, explaining their Program of Activities. 

ITEM 6. – Discussion Items –

1. First Reading of Board Policy 200 Series Board of Directors – Dr. Ross walked the Board through the first reading of board policy 200 Series, Board of Directors.  The policies will be brought back to the Board for a second reading at a later date. 

ITEM 7. – Action Items

1. School Dismissal on December 22, 2021 – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve dismissing school on Tuesday, December 21 at regular dismissal time rather than Wednesday, December 22 as originally planned on the school calendar.  Motion carried. 
2. Preschool Handbook – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Preschool Handbook.  Motion carried. 
3. Gifts to the District – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve a $200 donation to the Lynx closet from Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority; and approve a $5,000 donation to High School Boys’ Basketball Fundraising from the Connie Ingraham Uplift Fund.  Motion carried. 
4. Early Retirement Plan – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the early retirement plan for the 2021-2022 school year by limiting it to the first 5 eligible staff members who turn in their completed paperwork.  Motion carried. 
5. Special Education Contract – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the special education contract for student services with Des Moines Public School District.  Motion carried. 
6. Debt Service Obligation Bond Interest Payment – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the debt service obligation bond interest payment of $14,400.  Motion carried.
7. 2021 Tax Revenue Bond Interest Payment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the 2021 tax revenue bond interest payment of $12,236.28.  Motion carried. 
8. Fundraising request – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the “Coffee House” performance for the Vocal Music Boosters.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 8. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignations of:  Lauren Blaisdell, Lego League; Megan Kostka-Dietz, Lego League; Alma Hernandez, Transportation Paraeducator; and Melissa Doolittle, Paraeducator.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 9. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. A new board planning calendar was introduced and will be included in board packets. 
   2. Dr. Ross thanked the Board of Directors and staff for everyone’s hard work to get to this point in the school year. 
   3. Dr. Ross wished happy holidays to everyone, including a happy and healthy winter break. 
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Mr. Stoakes said that he was approached by two coaches about access to practices last week at the competition gym due to the elementary holiday concert. 

ITEM 10. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the minutes of the November 29, 2021 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer and the fundraising report.  Motion carried.

ITEM 11.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to adjourn the meeting at 7:06 p.m. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, January 10, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

An IASB New Board Work Session will be held on Thursday, December 16, 2021. 

Attest:                                                                         Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                                 Beth Van Diest, President      

January 10, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, January 10, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 2. - Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 3. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 4. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to approve the agenda by tabling the First Reading of Board Policy 403.7 Employee Vaccination/Testing of COVID-19 and striking the resignation of Alma Hernandez.  Motion carried unanimously. 

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items –

1. First Reading of Board Policy 212 Public Complaints – Dr. Ross reviewed the first reading of Board Policy 212 Public Complaints with the Board; there were no comments. 

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. Gifts to District – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes to approve the following gifts to Northeast Hamilton Elementary:  a monetary donation from Webster City Kiwanis; a coloring book and box of crayons for every PS-3^rd grade student, a chapter book given to every 4^th-6^th grade student; coats, sweatpants and sweatshirts from St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Williams; and a monetary donation to the Nurses’ special needs fund.  Motion carried unanimously. 
2. Final Reading of 200 Series Board of Directors – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the final reading of the 200 Series Board of Directors.  Motion carried unanimously. 
3. 2022-23 High School Course Description Guide – Motion by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the 2022-2023 High School Course Description Guide.  Motion carried unanimously. 
4. School Budget Review Committee (SBRC) Modified Allowable Growth for At-Risk/Dropout Prevention – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the School Budget Review Committee (SBRC) Modified Allowable Growth for At-Risk/Dropout Prevention in the amount of $637,205.  Motion carried unanimously. 
5. School Pointe Conversion Agreement – Motion by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to approve the School Pointe Conversion Agreement.  Motion carried unanimously. 
6. Early Retirement Application – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the early retirement application of Lezlie Severson.  Motion carried unanimously.   

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignations:  Kristin Hammitt, Co-Cheer Coach; Ana Harper, MS Band
2. Contract Recommendations:  Amber Cordoba, Transportation Para; Angie Odegaard, Para

Motion carried unanimously.

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. An email went out to staff and parents regarding updated COVID protocols.
   2. School Improvement Advisory Committee will meet on February 8.  The agenda will include input on the 2022-23 school calendar, an overview of Title 1, and the DARE program.  Dave Stoakes will be the board member representative. 
   3. The Board Planning Calendar was shared.
2. Items from the Board – There were none.

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to approve the minutes of the December 13, 2021 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer, and the fundraising report.  Motion carried unanimously. 

Motion by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Patterson to go into closed session at 6:25 p.m.

ITEM 10. – Closed Session 21.5(j).  To discuss the purchase or sale of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property or reduce the price the governmental body would receive for that property.  The minutes and the audio recording of a session closed under this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed. 

The Board came out of closed session at 7:16 p.m. 

ITEM 11. - Adjournment – A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to adjourn the meeting at 7:16 p.m.  Motion carried unanimously.

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, January 24, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Reminder:  Informal Board Meeting with Stratford on Monday, February 28 at 5:00 p.m. in Webster City. 

Attest:                                                                                        Attest:                             

 Kathy Biere, Secretary                                                              Beth Van Diest, President                   

January 24, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, August 23, 2021, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 2. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 3. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Mr. Pruismann was absent.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 4. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items -  

1. Elementary Enrollment and Registration – Mrs. Hector, NEH Elementary Principal, representing District elementary principals, updated the Board on plans for enrollment and placement of elementary students.  Elementary principals will work to balance classrooms based on student needs and class size. 

ITEM 6. – Action Items –

1. Resolution to Set Public Hearing on Sale of 203 2^nd Street, Blairsburg, Iowa – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Resolution to Set Public Hearing on the Sale of 203 2^nd Street, Blairsburg, Iowa.  Motion carried. 
2. Final Reading of Board Policy 212 Public Complaints – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the final reading of Board Policy 212 Public Complaints.  Motion carried. 
3. Gifts to District – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the monetary donation to Boys and Girls Golf Fundraising; monetary donation to Sunset Heights Elementary; and a monetary donation to Northeast Hamilton Elementary.  Motion carried. 
4. GEER II Mental Health Supports for Public PK-12 Schools Grant Agreement – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the GEER II Mental Health Supports for Public PK-12 Schools Grant Agreement.  Motion carried. 
5. Donovan Group Contract – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the Donovan Group Contract.  Motion carried. 
6. Negotiation Teams – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve Ms. Van Diest and Mr. Stoakes to represent the District in WCEA negotiations, and Mr. Patterson and Ms. Clarken to represent the District in WCESA negotiations.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the following:

1. Transfer:  Jennifer Elsberry, Paraeducator, from Sunset Heights Elem to the High School
2. Contract Resignations:  Curt Smith, Head Middle School Custodian; Rebecca Blair, NEH Elementary Counselor; Carrie Turner, Regional Business Office Accountant
3. Contract Recommendations:  Vanessa Lopez, Paraeducator

Motion carried. 

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Dr. Ross recognized Maddi Pulis and Bryanna Croy for being pioneers in girls wrestling and participating in the girls’ state wrestling tournament last week.  She also applauded Maddi Pulis for being a voice in advocating for girls wrestling at Webster City High School.  
   2. Dr. Ross recognized Cam Phetxoumphone for becoming the 11th four time NCC Champion. 
   3. Dr. Ross pointed out upcoming events on the Board Planning Calendar. 
   4. Dr. Ross shared that in opening day remarks to the legislature, House Majority Leader Matt Winschiti claimed teachers had a “sinister agenda”.  Dr. Ross said those in public education are committed to teaching children and providing a quality education.
2. Items from the Board – There were none.

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the minutes of the January 10, 2022 Board Meeting.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 10. – Closed Session 21.5(1)(i) To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session.  Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to go into closed session at 6:30 p.m.  Roll was called and those answering aye:  Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Members answering nay:  none. 

The Board came out of closed session at 7:33 pm. 

ITEM 11.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to adjourn the meeting at 7:33 p.m.  Motion carried. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, February 14, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                             Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President         

February 14, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, February 14, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 2. - Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 3. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Pruismann, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 4. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Pruismann, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the agenda by adding two contract resignations and two contract recommendations.  Motion carried. 

Mr. Pruismann excused himself from the meeting. 

ITEM 5.  Public Hearing on the Sale of 203 2^nd Street, Blairsburg, Iowa – President Van Diest opened the public hearing at 6:01 p.m.  The roll was call and those answering aye were:  Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, Ms. Van Diest.  Those absent were:  Mr. Pruismann.  After no objections were received, President Van Diest closed the public hearing at 6:02 p.m. 

Mr. Pruismann rejoined the meeting. 

ITEM 6. – Discussion Items –

1. 1. First Reading of Board Policies – Dr. Ross reviewed with the Board the first reading of Board Policy 107 Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited; Board Policy 723 Transportation in Inclement Weather; and Series 400 Employees; there were no comments.    

ITEM 7. – Action Items

Mr. Pruismann excused himself from the meeting.

1. Resolution for Conveyance of Real Property – Director Stoakes introduced the following Resolution and moved that is be adopted.  Director Clarken seconded the motion to adopt.  The roll was called, and the vote was:

AYES:  Clarken, Stoakes, Patterson, Van Diest

NAYS:  None

Whereupon, the President declared the resolution duly adopted as follows:

RESOLUTION FOR A CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY

WHEREAS, pursuant to notice published as required by law, the Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District on the 14th day of February, 2022 held a hearing on the proposal to convey an interest in real property and the extent of objections received from residents or property owners as to said proposed transaction has been fully considered; and, accordingly the following action is now considered to be in the best interests of the District and residents thereof:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE WEBSTER CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT:

            Section 1.  That the real property described herein shall be conveyed by the District to Kathy Pruismann for $117,000.00.  Conveyance by the District shall be by Deed without Warranty. 

            Section 2.  The Board President and Secretary are authorized to sign all conveyance documents for the real property described herein. 

            Section 3.  The Board President, Secretary, Superintendent, and administrative officers of the District are authorized to take all actions necessary to complete the above-described transaction, including execution of ancillary documents. 

            Section 4.  The real property is locally known as 203 2^nd Street, Blairsburg, IA 50034, and is legally described on Exhibit A. 

PASSED AND APPROVED, this 14th day of February, 2022.

Mr. Pruismann rejoined the meeting. 

1. Gifts to District – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the following gifts:  a monetary donation from the Rossing family for Prom; and a monetary donation from Webster City Sports Boosters to boys golf.   Motion carried. 
2. Fundraising Requests – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the following fundraising requests:   parents to seek donations from local businesses for Prom; cupcakes sales through Hummingbird Confections for Prom; and indoor soccer tournament for boys high school soccer.  Motion carried.   

ITEM 8. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Clarken, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignations:  Ana Wenck, Preschool Teacher; Travis Balt, 5-8 Vocal Music Teacher; and Tiffany McConnelee, Elementary/Preschool Administrator.
2. Contract Recommendations:  Elinor Johll, Middle School Instrumental Music; transfer of Mike Tempel from Middle School Custodian to Middle School Head Custodian; and transfer of Kelly Johnson from 1^st Grade at Pleasant View to Sunset Heights Title I.  Motion carried.

ITEM 9. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Board Meeting Calendar – The WCEA and WCESA will present their first offer at the February 28^th board meeting and there will be a closed session on negotiations after the regular board meeting.
   2. The Rotary Club will host a high school foreign exchange student during the 2022-2023 school year.
   3. Dr. Ross received an email from the Estherville Lincoln Central Superintendent recognizing Coach Chad Hisler and the Lynx wrestling team for their performance and representing their district and community well at sectional wrestling.    
2. Items from the Board –
   
   1. Mr. Stoakes gave a sports update:  the District had 4 wrestlers move on to state and they will wrestle at 9:00 am on Thursday; the boys basketball team will play at home on Tuesday; the girls basketball team will open regional play on Wednesday; the boys basketball team will play Boone on Thursday and will open regional play next Monday.
   2. Mr. Pruismann brought up the topic of vaping detectors.    

ITEM 10. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Clarken, to approve the minutes of the January 24, 2022 Board Meeting; to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports; payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes; to approve the interfund transfer; and the fundraising report.  Motion carried.

ITEM 11. - Adjournment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to adjourn the meeting at 6:42 p.m.  Motion carried.

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, February 28, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Reminder:  Informal Board Meeting with Stratford on Monday, February 28 at 5:00 p.m. in Webster City. 

Attest:                                                            Attest:
 

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President

February 28, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, February 28, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

ITEM 1. – Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 2.  - Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 3. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Pruismann, and Ms. Van Diest.  Mr. Patterson was absent.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 4. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Pruismann, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 5. – Recognition of Lynx wrestlers – Chad Hisler, Head Wrestling Coach, acknowledged the success of the wrestling team as a whole and also recognized the four wrestlers who made it to state.  Dr. Ross and the Board expressed their appreciation for the way the wrestling team represented themselves, their school, and their community during a successful season.  

ITEM 6.  – WCEA Initial Proposal – Trish Bahrenfuss gave the WCEA’s initial proposal to the Board which includes:  increasing the number of sick days each teacher is given based on years of employment; changing the extra-curricular generator base to $1,000; increasing the career increments by .25%; adding an assistant golf coach; a salary increase of 7.94% (which includes a base raise of $2,350); and a two year agreement. 

ITEM 7.  – WCESA Initial Proposal – Dr. Ross read the WCESA’s initial proposal to the Board which includes:  an increase of $2.00 on base for all salary schedules; an increase of $200.00 for bus drivers; and for all employees to advance on step. 

ITEM 8. – Action Items

1. Set Public Hearing Date for the 2022-23 School Calendar – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Pruismann, to set the date for the Public Hearing on the 2022-2023 school calendar for March 21, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.  Motion carried. 
2. Business Investment Program Grant – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the Business Investment Program Grant for Mighty Trojan Childcare.  Motion carried. 
3. Daycare Rate Change – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the daycare rate change at Mighty Trojan Childcare.  Motion carried. 
4. Final Reading of Board Policies – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the final reading of board policies 107, 723, and the 400 series.  Motion carried. 
5. Gifts to District – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the following gifts to the District:  monetary donation to High School Baseball Fundraising from Tesdahl Vision Properties; monetary donation to High School Athletics from Bob and Debbie Wirtz; and a monetary donation to High School Athletics from Ray Reasland, Sr.  Motion carried. 
6. Special Education Contract – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the Special Education contract for student services with Iowa Falls Community School District.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 9. – Personnel – Motion by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignation of Lauren Smith, High School Guidance; Katie Jacobson, High School Science; Shylo Olson, Paraeducator; Jeff Pagel, Head High School Custodian; Lynnea Loughry, Mighty Trojan Childcare.
2. Contract Recommendations of:  Val Harmon, .4 Art of Northeast Hamilton.
3. Transfer of:  Michelle Dyvig, from 2^nd Grade Teacher to ELL Teacher at Sunset Heights; Alex Koons, Paraeducator, from Middle School to Sunset Heights; Jess Snethen, Paraeducator, from Pleasant View to Middle School Custodian; Beth Patterson, High School Guidance Secretary to Behavior Interventionist at Northeast Hamilton.    

Motion carried.   

ITEM 10. – Other

1. Items from the Superintendent
   
   1. There is discussion regarding a possible increase in admission for North Central Conference athletic events. 
   2. The COVID dashboard will be removed from the District’s website after Spring Break as the data is no longer reliable. 
   3. Board Planning Calendar – Budget work will take place next month and the 500 series of board policy will be reviewed in April or May. 
2. Items from the Board – There were none. 

ITEM 11. – Consent Items – It was moved by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Pruismann, to approve the minutes of the February 14, 2022 meeting.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 12.  – Adjournment – Motion by Mr. Pruismann, second by Mr. Stoakes, to adjourn the meeting at 6:25 p.m.  Motion carried.     

The Board met in an exempt session on Negotiations.   

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, March 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need. 

Attest:                                                                    Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President         

March 21, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, March 21, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM  1. - Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the agenda by striking the Fundraising Request for Adrenaline Fundraising Cards and adding Action Item I – Mediacom Contract.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 4.  Discussion Items –

1. Board Vacancy – Dr. Ross shared the plan to fill Marlin Pruismann’s board seat.
2. Board’s Initial Proposal to WCEA – Dr. Ross read the Board’s Initial Proposal to WCEA. 
3. Board’s Initial Proposal to WCESA – Dr. Ross read the Board’s Initials Proposal to WCESA. 
4. First Reading of Board Policy 505.6 Graduation – Jama Hisler reviewed with the Board the first reading of Board Policy 505.6 Graduation; there were no comments. 
5. Using FAST and other screeners – Jama Hisler, Director of Teaching and Learning, gave the Board an overview of educational screeners. 

ITEM 5. – Action Items

1. Set Public Hearing Date for the FY2023 Budget – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Patterson, to set the public hearing date for the FY23 budget for April 11, 2022.  Motion carried. 
2. 2022-23 School Calendar – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the 2022-2023 school calendar.  Motion carried.
3. Special Education Contract – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the special education contract for student services with the Des Moines Independent Community School District.  Motion carried. 
4. Cooperative Agreement with the University of Northern Iowa for Pre-Service Clinical Placement – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the Cooperative Agreement with the University of Northern Iowa for Pre-Service Clinical Placement.  Motion carried. 
5. DHS Memorandum of Agreement – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Memorandum of Agreement with the Iowa Department of Human Services for serving children in foster care.  Motion carried. 
6. AEA Purchasing Agreement – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the AEA Purchasing Agreement.  Motion carried. 
7. Mojo Productions DJ Service Contract – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Mojo Productions DJ Service Contract for Prom.  Motion carried. 
8. Fundraising Requests – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to table the baseball fundraising request, Relief in the Bullpen, pending further information.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 6. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignations:  Joe Shanks, 7-12 Activities Director; Marty McKinney, Head Boys Basketball Coach.
2. Contract Recommendations:  Elizabeth Burton, MS Vocal Music/General Music; Brian Petersen, 2^nd Grade; Jessica Buffington, 3^rd Grade; Transfer of Rafferty Naughton from 6^th Grade Teacher to 5^th Grade Teacher; Transfer of Renee Woodall from Special Education/ELL to 100% Special Education; Melissa Lammers, Lego League Coach; Rafferty Naughton, 7^th Grade Assistant Football; Taylor McKinney, Assistant Varsity Baseball; Ben Rasmussen, Assistant Boys and Girls Golf; Transfer of Kevin Farwell from High School Custodian to Head Sunset Heights Custodian; rescind Shylo Olson’s resignation; Jeff Pagel, High School Custodian.

Motion carried. 

ITEM 7. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. National Honor Society Members will be recognized at the April 11^th board meeting.
   2. Reminder of work session with Matt Gillaspie on April 6^th from 1-3 p.m. to discuss financial steps needed toward a new high school. 
   3. Dr. Ross shared graduation announcements from the 1920s and 1930s, which were donated to the District. 
   4. Board Meeting Calendar – A new board member will be appointed at the April 11^th board meeting. 
2. Items from the Board –
   
   1. Ms. Clarken inquired whether a newly appointed board member might attend the meeting with Matt Gillaspie.  Dr. Ross said there will be more discussions on the topic for the new board member to participate in.

ITEM 8. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the minutes of the February 28, 2022 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer, and the fundraising report.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 9. - Adjournment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Clarken, to adjourn the meeting at 7:04 p.m.  Motion carried.    

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, April 11, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                              Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President      

April 11, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, April 11, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 1. - Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the agenda by adding a contract recommendation.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 4.  Public Hearing for the FY 23 Budget – President Van Diest opened the public hearing at 6:01 p.m.  After no comments from the public, President Van Diest closed the public hearing at 6:01 pm.

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items –

1. Recognition of Speech Students – Stephanie Pace presented speech students Emma Stroner and Gabe Ruby, who were selected as outstanding performers at the Annual All-State Festival of Events.
2. Recognition of National Honor Society Inductees – Karen Daniels presented the 2022 National Honor Society inductees. 
3. Recognition of WCTV Students – Mark Murphy presented the WCTV students who were awarded the Upper Midwest Student Production award for live sporting event broadcasting. 

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. Approval of FY23 Budget – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the FY23 budget.  Motion carried. 
2. Resolution Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2010A, Dated June 1, 2010, and Directing Notice be Given –

Board Member Patterson introduced the following Resolution entitled "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING General Obligation School Refunding bondS, SERIES 2010A, DATED June 1, 2010, OF THE Webster City Community School District, STATE OF IOWA, AND DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN" and moved its adoption.  Board Member Clarken seconded the motion to adopt. The roll was called, and the vote was:

AYES:  Clarken, Stoakes, Patterson, Van Diest

NAYS:  None.

The President declared the Resolution adopted.

* * * * *

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING General Obligation School Refunding bondS, SERIES 2010A, DATED June 1, 2010, AND DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN

WHEREAS, the School District did by resolution dated May 1, 2010 authorize the issuance of $1,925,000 General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2010A, dated June 1, 2010 (the "Refunded Bonds"); and

WHEREAS, the Refunded Bonds are redeemable in any order of maturity, beginning June 1, 2022, or any date thereafter upon giving notice in the manner provided in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the Refunded Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the School District has sufficient school infrastructure sales, services and use tax revenue and / or physical plant and equipment levy cash on hand to call and redeem the Refunded Bonds in full on June 1, 2022; and

WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary and advisable that $925,000 of the Refunded Bonds maturing annually June 1, 2023 through June 1, 2030, inclusive, as described in Schedule A attached hereto, be so redeemed on June 1, 2022, and notice of redemption be given.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE Board of Directors OF THE Webster City Community School District, STATE OF IOWA:

Section 1.  That outstanding Refunded Bonds, in the principal amount of $1,925,000, be and the same are hereby redeemed as of June 1, 2022.

Section 2.  UMB Bank, N.A. of West Des Moines, Iowa in its capacity as Registrar, Paying Agent and Transfer Agent, is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of such redemption to be given not less than thirty (30) days prior to the date of redemption by written notice to the registered owner of the Refunded Bonds in substantially the form set forth in Schedule B attached to this Resolution.  Piper Sandler & Co., as Dissemination Agent for the District, is hereby authorized and directed to provide electronic notice of such redemption to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board at http://emma.msrb.org/.  All liability for interest on the Refunded Bonds shall cease, terminate, and be completely discharged as of June 1, 2022 as provided in the Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of the Refunded Bonds.

Section 3.  The School Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to cause to be deposited in a separate fund sum sufficient to pay all principal and interest on the outstanding Refunded Bonds to the date of redemption.

PASSED AND APPROVED this 11th day of April, 2022.

1. Appointment of Board Member Vacancy – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Clarken, to approve Sally Greenfield to fill the board member vacancy.  Motion carried. 
2. Approval of Tentative Agreement between  Webster City Education Association and Webster City Board of Directors for the 2022-2023 school year – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the tentative agreement with Webster City Education Association for the 2022-2023 school year.  Motion carried. 
3. Snow Day Makeup Proposal for 2021-2022 School Year – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the snow day makeup proposal with June 1, 2022 being the last day of school for the 2021-2022 school year.  Motion carried. 
4. Final Reading of Board Policy 505.6 Graduation – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the final reading of board policy 505.6 graduation.  Motion carried. 
5. Iowa Local Government Risk Pool Commission Natural Gas Program Participation Agreement – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Iowa Local Government Risk Pool Commission Natural Gas Program Participation Agreement for the 2022-2023 school year.  Motion carried. 
6. Buena Vista Strategic Partnership Agreement – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the Buena Vista Strategic Partnership Agreement.  Motion carried. 
7. Middle School Art Club – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the addition of Middle School Art Club to the Supplemental Pay Scale for the 2022-2023 school year.  Motion carried. 
8. Food Service Rapid Wholesale Purchase Quote – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Clarken, to approve the purchase of heated transport cabinets and Cambro containers for the Food Service Department.  Motion carried. 
1. DHS Juvenile Court Liaison Contract Renewal – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the DHS Juvenile Court Liaison Contract renewal.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignations:  Chelsey Duncan, Preschool Teacher; Caitlin Stone, Kindergarten Teacher; Sandy Ausenhus, Auditorium Tech; Derek Turner, 8^th Grade Assistant Basketball Coach; Marta Paukert, Prom Supervisor; and Emily Hansen, 9^th Girls Basketball Coach.
2. Contract Recommendations:  Karen Tungesvik, Pleasant View Elementary Principal; Shelley Powers, High School Counselor; Shelby Axtell, 1^st Grade Teacher; Julie Irvin, Preschool Teacher; Kaleigh Gruefe, Preschool Teacher; Lindsay Gelder, Elementary Counselor; Mark Fisher, Head Boys Tennis; Chase Rattenborg, Middle School Boys Baseball Coach; Joel Kennedy, Head 7^th Boys Track Coach; and Patrisha Rosauer-Hamski, High School Science Teacher. 

Motion carried.

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Drainage work will begin at the high school athletic fields once the weather warms up and dries out. 
   2. There will be no summer food service program this year as the District did not qualify for the program based on the number of free and reduced applications turned in for the 2021-2022 school year.  For the 2022-2023 school year, there will no longer be free student meals.  Families must fill out a free and reduced application in order to receive a free meal or a meal for a reduced price. 
   3. The sale of the Blairsburg rental house is in the final stages. 
   4. The HVAC projects at Sunset Heights and Pleasant View are approximately 60% complete with an estimated completion date of August 15. 
   5. Dr. Ross is working with the Director of Building and  Grounds to do a few updates at the high school to provide a more welcoming environment.    
2. Items from the Board –
   
   1. Mr. Patterson asked how word about the free and reduced paperwork was getting out to the public.
   2. Mr. Stoakes asked about an update on the Athletic Director position and the fundraisers that were previously tabled. 

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Ms. Clarken, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the minutes of the March 21, 2022 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer, and the fundraising report.  Motion carried.

ITEM 10. - Adjournment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to adjourn the meeting at 6:41 p.m.  Motion carried.

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, April 25, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                              Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President

April 25, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, April 25, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Greenfield, Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were Dr. Ross, Kathy Biere, and members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the agenda by adding two discussion items, one resignation and three contract recommendations.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 4. – Discussion Items –

1. Recognition of FFA Students – Kelly Stoakes and Charlie Stansfield gave the Board an overview of FFA activities. 
2. Recognition of NCC Art Show students - Natalie Petersen shared art projects of students who were chosen for the North Central Conference Art Show.  Marissa Bloom and Annastacia Iverson spoke about their winning pieces. 
3. High School Music Nashville Trip Report – Greta Nelson and Rachel Daum shared details of the trip the band/choir students took to Nashville.  Gabe Ruby, Carolyn Ehn and Cody Seiser each shared highlights of their trip.  
4. High School Student Council Presentation – Jess Howard, Kelly Stoakes, Katy Cassidy, Livia Taylor and Charlie Stansfield talked about activities Student Council is involved in and shared information on their fundraising efforts for Dance Marathon.  
5. Iowa School Performance Profile – Jama Hisler provided an overview of the Iowa School Performance Profile which is an online tool the public can use to see a school district’s report card. 

ITEM 5. – Action Items

1. Approval of the Tentative Agreement between the Webster City Educational Services Association and the Webster City Schools Board of Directors – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the tentative agreement between the Webster City Educational Services Association and the Webster City Schools Board of Directors.  Motion carried. 
2. Approval of Non-Bargaining and Administrative Salaries – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the non-bargaining and administrative salaries for the 2022-2023 school year.  Motion carried. 
3. Fundraising Request – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the fundraising request of placing free-will donation boxes out during the 5^th-12^th grade Parade of Bands concert.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 6. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, seconded by Mr. Patterson, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignation of:  Michelle Thompson, Pleasant View Elementary Secretary; and Amanda Beaulieu, High School English Language Teacher.
2. Contract Recommendation of:  Lorena Reed, High School Custodian; Bob Howard, Interim Activities Director; Megan Kostka-Dietz, PV/NEH English Language Teacher; and Caitlyn Findley, NEH Kindergarten Teacher. 

Motion carried.

ITEM 7. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Nineteen students will be graduating from Hamilton High. 
   2. The FFA packaged over 80,000 meals to be distributed worldwide as part of Meals from the Heartland. 
   3. The music department did a good job putting on School House Rock Junior. 
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Ms. Clarken asked what else the District can do to showcase our students.  Dr. Ross will work with the Donovan Group to identify ways to help promote the District’s activities.   

ITEM 8. – Consent Items – It was moved by Ms. Greenfield, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to approve the minutes of the August 9, 2021 Board Meeting.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 9.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 p.m.  Motion carried. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, May 9, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                                         Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                                 Beth Van Diest, President

May 9, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, May 9, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 1. - Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Greenfield, Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were Dr. Ross, Kathy Biere and members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the agenda by adding Discussion Item - Band Large Group Recognition; Action Item – Approval of Closing Statement for Blairsburg House; and Contract Recommendation – Tina Anderson.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 4.  Discussion Items –

1. School Board Recognition Month – Dr. Ross thanked the Board for their dedicated work as a School Board Member, and Kathy Biere handed out certificates to each Board Member.
2. Hamilton High Student Recognition – Danyell Artley recognized students from Hamilton High and told the Board about all the success they have had this year. 
3. Musical Cast Recognition – Greta Nelson recognized students who participated in the school musical “School House Rock Live” and the group sang a number from the show.
4. Food Service Presentation – Lori Hartnett discussed challenges and requirements of the Food Service Department and answered questions from the Board.
5. Computer Science Team – Jama Hisler and the Computer Science Team presented the work they have done to add Computer Science to the District’s curriculum. 

ITEM 5. – Action Items

1. Food Service Department – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the bread bid from Pan-O-Gold; to approve the milk bid from Anderson Erickson; and to approve no change in school lunch pricing for the 22-23 school year.  Motion carried. 
2. Retention Pay for Staff Excluded from the Governor’s Retention Bonus – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the use of ESSER funds to provide retention pay for staff excluded from the Governor’s Retention Bonus.  Motion carried. 
3. Approval of Closing Statement for Blairsburg House – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the closing statement for the Blairsburg house.  Motion carried. 
4. Set Public Hearing Date for 2021-2022 Budget Amendment – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to set the public hearing date for the 2021-2022 budget amendment for May 23, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.  Motion carried.
5. Debt Service Payment – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the debt service payment in the amount of $737,550.90 for the 2017 GO Bonds for the 2017 Pleasant View, Sunset Heights and High School projects.  Motion carried. 
6. School Administrators of Iowa Mentoring and Induction Program – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Mentoring and Induction Program Agreement with School Administrators of Iowa for Karen Tungesvik, new Pleasant View Principal.  Motion carried. 
7. YSS Agreement – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the YSS agreement.  Motion carried. 
8. Gift to District – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the monetary gift of $5,443 from the Webster City Sports Boosters.  Motion carried. 
9. Access Systems Copier Agreement – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the Access Systems copier agreement.  Motion carried. 
10. Morningside University Agreement – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Teacher Education Clinical Experience placements with Morningside University.  Motion carried. 
11. Fundraising Request – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the fundraising request for WCHS Cheerleading to sell paw prints and driveway stencils.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignations:  Amanda Ross, High School Social Studies; Madalyn Vorrie, High School Art; Molly Ferrell, 3^rd Grade; Holly Fisher, High School Paraeducator; and Evan Mossman, Head 7^th Football Coach..
2. Contract Recommendations:  Jess Howard, Activities Director; Transfer of Rafferty Naughton from 5^th Grade to 7^th Grade; Ellie Baker, 3^rd Grade; Stephanie Pace; Auditorium Tech; and Tina Anderson, Business Office Payroll.   

Motion carried.

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross
   
   1. Congratulations to Mark Fisher and the High School Girls Tennis team for winning the North Central Conference tennis meet.
   2. Job well done to all the elementary, middle school and high school vocal music students. 
   3. Dr. Ross was interviewed by a student for a report done on the 1960’s and was able to be present when the presentation. 
   4. Dr. Ross was pleased with all activities going on in the District.
   5. Dr. Ross gave a presentation last week to the Rotary Club. 
2. Items from the Board –
   
   1. Mr. Stoakes attended the wax museum presented by the NEH Elem 5-6 graders and he was very impressed by their work. 
   2. Mr. Stoakes suggested the Board tour other outdoor athletic facilities. 
   3. Ms. Greenfield would like to take a tour of the buildings. 

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Ms. Greenfield, seconded by Ms. Clarken, to approve the minutes of the April 25, 2022 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer, and the fundraising report.  Motion carried.

ITEM 11. - Adjournment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to adjourn the meeting at 7:46 p.m.  Motion carried.

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, May 23, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                                         Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                                Beth Van Diest, President      

May 23, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, May 23, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 1. – Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Greenfield, Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were Dr. Ross, Kathy Biere, and members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the agenda by adding Action Items -  Fundraising Request and Approval of June and July Board Meeting Dates.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 4. – Public Hearing on the 2021-2022 Budget Amendment – President Van Diest opened the public hearing at 6:00 p.m.  After no comment from the public, President Van Diest closed the public hearing at 6:01 p.m. 

ITEM 5. – Discussion Items –

1. Webster City High School Girls Tennis Team – Mark Fisher presented members of the varsity girls tennis team who were the 2022 North Central Conference Champs. 
2. Northeast Hamilton Elementary 5^th and 6^th Grade Wax Museum Presentation – Laura Seiser introduced six of her students who each gave their presentation on a famous person. 
3. Webster City Middle School D.A.R.E. Program – Will Brock and Webster City Police Officer Dylan Rose shared information regarding the D.A.R.E. program. 
4. Sunset Heights Elementary Playground Presentation – Kelli Reis shared information about the proposed playground to be installed in the spring of 2023 at Sunset Heights Elementary. 
5. SWITCH Program Presentation – Cindi Sweedler shared information on the SWITCH program at Northeast Hamilton Elementary School. 
6. Transportation Presentation – Ted Larson updated the Board on the cycle of vehicle purchases and changes to hiring bus drivers.  

ITEM 6. – Action Items

1. 2021-2022 Budget Amendment Adoption – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the 2021-2022 Budget Amendment Adoption.  Motion carried. 
2. Propane Bid for Northeast Hamilton Elementary – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the propane bid from Innovative Ag Services for the 2022-2023 school year.  Motion carried. 
3. 2022-2023 Substitute Pay Rates – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the 2022-2023 substitute pay rates.  Motion carried.   
4. 2022-2023 School Fees – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the 2022-2023 school fees.  Motion carried. 
5. Regular Education Contract with Des Moines Public Schools – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the regular education contract for student services with Des Moines Public Schools.  Motion carried. 
6. Computer Information Concepts Agreement – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Computer Information Concepts Agreement.  Motion carried. 
7. North Central Consortium Agreement – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the North Central Consortium Agreement.  Motion carried. 
8. Gifts to District – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve accepting a donation from First Congregational Church Haystack Circle for health supplies, and a donation from Cargill CARES for School of the Wild, band instruments and fees, and negative lunch balances.  Motion carried. 
9. Fundraising Request – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the fundraising request of the wrestling team to raise money for wrestling camp.  Motion carried. 
10. Approval of June and July Board Meeting Dates – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Mr. Patterson, to approval the meeting dates for June 13 and July 18, 2022.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 7. – Personnel – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Ms. Clarken, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignations of:  Jessica Howard, High School Math Teacher; Heather Sanders, High School Science Teacher; Breanna Hughes, Middle School Special Education Teacher; Stephanie Pace, Large Group Speech Advisor; Jessica Howard, High School Student Council Advisor; Craig Signorin, Head 7^th Boys Basketball Coach; Craig Signorin, Assistant Middle School Cross Country Coach; Cathy Oswald, High School Paradeucator; Amanda Beaulieu, rescinding resignation; and Alex Koons, Assistant 7^th Boys Basketball.
2. Contract Recommendations of:  Samantha Rouse, 5^th Grade Teacher; Amanda Beaulieu, High School Math; Tessa Hutchings, High School Art; Emma Bertrand, High School Social Studies; Angella Auderer, Pleasant View Secretary; Kacey Pruismann, High School Guidance Secretary; and Aaron Grossoehme, Bus Driver.

Motion carried.   

ITEM 8. – Other

1. Items from the Superintendent
   
   1. The D.A.R.E. program was featured in the Hometown magazine.
   2. There were 132 seniors who participated in the graduation ceremony held on Sunday. 
   3. Last Wednesday night, over $94,000 was awarded to the seniors during the awards banquet. 
   4. The North Central Conference admission prices will increase to $8 for adults and $5 for students for the 2022-2023 school year.
   5. Concrete to the softball field should be complete by June 1; tiling is going on at the football field; and work on the restrooms near the football field will take place in the next few weeks. 
   6. A facilities study workshop will be scheduled for some time in July. 
2. Items from the Board
   
   1. Dave Stoakes told the Board Katie Cassidy will participate in the Girls State Golf Tournament at the end of the week and the Boys Golf team is participating in the Boys State Golf meeting in Ames on Monday and Tuesday. 
       

ITEM 9. – Consent Items – It was moved by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the minutes of the May 9, 2022 Board Meeting.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 10.  – Adjournment - A motion was made by Mr. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to adjourn the meeting at 7:54 p.m.  Motion carried. 

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, June 13, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                              Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President      

June 13, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in regular session, June 13, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 1. - Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Greenfield, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Ms. Clarken was absent.  Also present were Dr. Ross, Kathy Biere and members of the media and other interested parties.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the agenda by adding Discussion Item – Presentation of Name Plate.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 4.  Discussion Items –

1. Presentation of Name Plate – Dr. Ross presented Kathy Pruismann with Marlin’s name plate used during board meetings and thanked the family for sharing him with the Webster City Community School District Board of Directors. 

ITEM 5. – Action Items

1. FFA Office Retreat – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the FFA Officer Retreat to Wisconsin.  Motion carried. 
2. Fundraising Requests – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve NEH Elementary to sell coffee and hot chocolate to raise funds for reward and acknowledgements for PBIS; High School Girls’ Soccer to hold a youth soccer camp; and for National Honor Society to raise money through various projects for the elementary schools, backpack program and UDMO.  Motion carried. 
3. Computer Information Concepts Renewal – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the Computer Information Concepts renewal.  Motion carried. 
4. Active Internet Technologies – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Active Internet Technologies invoice for the District’s website.  Motion carried. 
5. IXL Learning Contract – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the IXL Learning contract for K-12 Math and Literacy supplemental instruction.  Motion carried.
6. Pitsco Synergy Management and Expedition Licensing Quote – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the Pitsco Synergy Management and Expedition Licensing Quote for the 7^th and 8^th Grade Expedition STEM classroom.  Motion carried. 
7. Buena Vista University School of Education Field Experience Agreement – Motion by Ms. Greenfield, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the Field Experience Agreement with Buena Vista University School of Education.  Motion carried. 
8. Debt Service Payments – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the Debt Service payments.  Motion carried.
1. School Board President Review of Bills and Claims – Motion by Mr. Stoakes, second by Mr. Patterson, to approve the School Board President to approve bills and claims at the end of June 2022.  Motion carried. 

ITEM 6. – Personnel – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the following:

1. Contract Resignations:  Brett Ratcliff, JV Boys Basketball Coach; Ben Rasmussen, Assistant 8^th Boys Football Coach; Twyla Coe, Curriculum Secretary; Peggy Miller, Sunset Heights Paraeducator; Sara Brock, Sunset Heights Para/Secretary; and Lisa Goedken, 3^rd Grade Teacher at NEH Elementary.  
2. Contract Recommendations:  Brett Ratcliff, Head Varsity Boys Basketball; Jayde Bertran, Sunset Heights Paraeducator; Jaymie Hill, 3^rd Grade Teacher at NEH Elementary; Jessie Bailey, Assistant Middle School Cross Country Coach; and Valerie Stone, transfer to HS EL from 8^th Math and Science. 

Motion carried.

ITEM 7. – Other

1. Items from Dr. Ross –
   
   1. Concrete has been poured at the high school and landscaping will be done to finish the project.
   2. To bring uniformity to special education services for the District, Amanda Warweg will be recommended as the Student Service Coordinator for the 22-23 school year and Darcy Cosens will serve as a consultant for special education. 
   3. The Administration Building summer hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday-Thursday through June 5. 
   4. Superintendent Evaluation will be Monday, June 20 from 1-3 p.m. and a facilities work session is scheduled for July 13 from 1-3 p.m.
2. Items from the Board –
   
   1. Ms. Greenfield asked if someone would replace Amanda Warweg as an instructional coach for the 22-23 school year. 
   2. Ms. Van Diest reminded board members to get their Superintendent evaluation to Kathy Biere by Wednesday, June 15. 

ITEM 8. – Consent Items – It was moved by Ms. Greenfield, seconded by Mr. Stoakes, to approve the minutes of the May 23, 2022 Board Meeting, to approve General, Schoolhouse, Lunch and Activity Fund Reports, payment of the bills and claims as listed at the close of these minutes, to approve the interfund transfer, and the fundraising report.  Motion carried.

ITEM 9. - Adjournment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Greenfield, to adjourn the meeting at 6:19 p.m.  Motion carried.

The next Regular Board Meeting will be Monday, July 18, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                                    Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President         

June 20, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Webster City Community School District in the counties of Hamilton, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, met in special session, June 20, 2022, in the School Administration Office Board Room, Webster City, Iowa.

Open Comment to the Board – There were none.

ITEM 1. - Call to Order – The Board President called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.

ITEM 2. – Roll Call – Members answering roll call were Ms. Greenfield, Ms. Clarken, Mr. Stoakes, Mr. Patterson, and Ms. Van Diest.  Also present were Dr. Ross, Kathy Biere and a member of the media.

ITEM 3. – Approval of Agenda – Motion by Ms. Clarken, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

The Board went into closed session at 1:00 p.m.

ITEM 4. - Superintendent Evaluation - Closed Session 21.5 (i) To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an Individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance or Discharge is Being Considered When Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual’s Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session.

The Board came out of closed session at 3:06 p.m.

ITEM 5. – Superintendent Contract – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Ms. Greenfield, to approve a 4% salary increase for Dr. Ross for the 2022-2023 school year.  Motion carried.   

ITEM 6. - Adjournment – Motion by Mr. Patterson, second by Mr. Stoakes, to adjourn the meeting at 3:08 p.m.  Motion carried.

The Board will meet in a work session on facilities on Wednesday, July 13, at 1:00 p.m. and the next regular board meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 18, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Administration Office Board Room.  Board Meetings are subject to change dependent upon need.

Attest:                                                                       Attest:

Kathy Biere, Secretary                                     Beth Van Diest, President