Bureau Valley District #340 Board of Education met Aug. 17.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
Determining that a quorum was present, President Yepsen called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 pm and directed the Secretary to call the roll.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT IN PERSON: Dye, Johnson, Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
ABSENT: Maynard, Olds
There was no public comment.
It was moved by Johnson and seconded by Dye to enter into executive session at 6:05 p.m. for the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the public body or legal counsel for the public body, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee of the public body or against legal counsel for the public body to determine its validity, or Student disciplinary cases and other matters related to individual students; and Discussion of minutes of meetings lawfully closed under the Open Meetings Act, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Dye, Johnson, Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED 5-0-2 Absent
It was moved by Johnson and seconded by Dye to close the executive session at 7:15 p.m. and return to open session.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Dye, Johnson, Maynard,Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1 Absent
ROLL CALL IN OPEN SESSION
PRESENT IN PERSON: Dye, Johnson, Maynard, Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
ABSENT: Olds
During Building Reports, Kristie Cady, BV Walnut and Wyanet Principal, thanked Gale Hart for donating masks, Another Child Foundation for donating school supplies and Wahl Clipper for donating face shields. Julie Decker-Platz, BV Elementary/Junior High principal, reported that the girls softball team was 2-0. Glenda Klingenberg, Transportation Director, stated that the bus parking lot looks good after spreading the grindings from the old high school parking lot. Josh Bell, Technology Director, reported that 210 Chromebooks are stuck in the supply chain. Several vendors have reported delays in shipping. He said there are enough for middle school through high school students and K-5 remote learners. Justin Yepsen asked about upgrading the bandwidth on the Manlius Campus. Mr. Bell stated that he would contact Mediacom. Brad Bicket, BVHS Athletic Director, reported that the fall coaches are doing a great job keeping the kids safe. The student athletes are following mask rules. Spectators have been cooperative so far, as well. Brianne Debrock, BV JH Athletic Director, reported that the boys baseball team has it’s first game on August 18.
It was moved by Spencer and seconded by Wiggim to approve the consent agenda items:
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of July 20, 2020 and Special Meeting Minutes of July 29, 2020
2. Activity Account Reports
3. Monthly Financial and Treasurer’s Reports
4. Bureau Valley #340 Bills and Payroll
5. Addition of BV JH Activity Fund Account
ROLL CALL
AYES: Dye, Johnson, Maynard, Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1 Absent
The tentative FY21 budget was presented. Jason Stabler reported that the district received the tax money from Bureau County last week. While preparing the budget, he stated it was difficult to predict what the state will fulfill and all of the implications COVID-19 will have on funding. He is not certain how many categorical payments the district will receive, but will plan conservatively. The corporate personal property taxes will be less than last year and Evidence Based Funding is flat. The district may see losses from admissions to events and also losses in food income, as our schedule will not allow a la carte items to be offered. The final budget will be presented at the September meeting. Mr. Stabler emphasized this tentative budget will be extremely fluid. It was moved by Wiggim and seconded by Spencer to approve the tentative FY21 budget.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Dye, Johnson, Maynard, Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1 Absent
Discussion of intergovernmental agreement with Bradford was held. Mr. Stabler stated that the district has had a nice partnership with Bradford and he would like to see it continue. The dates on the agreement will be changed.
The school administration succession plan was presented. Mr. Stabler said that in current times, the IASA was encouraging districts to update this plan. Approving this plan is a proactive approach. Several of our staff members have administrative certifications and can help in the event of an emergency. It was moved by Spencer and seconded by Wiggim to approve the School Administration Succession Plan as presented.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Dye, Johnson, Maynard, Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1 Absent
The Working Cash Bond is to be used for capital projects only. This transfer is for the parking lot resurfacing project. It was moved by Wiggim and seconded by Dye to approve a transfer of $271,000 from the Working Cash Bond to the Building Fund.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Dye, Johnson, Maynard, Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1 Absent
After recent events and new information collected by the administration, Mr. Stabler asked the Board of Education to take action to determine the method of instruction to begin the 2020-2021 School year. Last month, a Return to Learn plan was approved, but the district must re-evaluate this plan. The first day was already delayed until August 20th. Remote Planning Days were used for August 18 and 19. At this point, the Board should decide to follow the Return to Learn Plan, or to offer remote learning to all students until September 2nd. Remote learning for all will allow the district to evaluate the extent of any exposures to staff. It also gives our staff time to test the remote learning curriculum. Matt Wiggim stated that he felt it would be too hard to find substitute teachers for the staff affected by potential exposure. He thinks offering remote learning for two weeks is a safe option. Chris Maynard agreed. Andy Spencer thought the two weeks will give the district time to get more answers on the potential exposure. Tiffany Johnson stated that she feels in person learning is important, but that the district has been thrown a curve ball. Offering remote learning for two weeks is a good decision. Justin Yepsen asked if any staff members present had any questions. Glenda Klingenberg asked about out of district special education students. Mr. Stabler said that the district would be reaching out to those schools. Andy Spencer asked about whether WACC students would be allowed to attend. Duane Price answered that yes, those students will attend WACC. The district is keeping in close contact with WACC and is working to keep that schedule the same. Justin Yepsen stated that he felt in person learning is the best thing. However, he feels that offering remote learning until September 1st gives us time to assess the situation and for staff to plan accordingly. If another potential exposure occurs, the district will have to assess the numbers. He announced that the district would make an announcement on August 26th regarding the return to in person learning on September 2nd. Andy Spencer then made the motion to Determine the Method of Instruction to begin 2020-2021 School Year: Remote Learning will begin August 20th through September 1st 2020 for all students. Matt Wiggim gave the second and the motion passed.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Dye, Johnson, Maynard, Spencer, Wiggim, Yepsen
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1 Absent
It was moved by Johnson and seconded by Dye to approve and retain the executive session meeting minutes of July 20, 2020.
VOICE VOTE MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Spencer and seconded by Wiggim to accept retirement notices of Tom Millard as BV Bus Driver and resignations of Ronda Bornsheuer as BV E/JH Paraprofessional and Angie Fisher as BV E/JH Paraprofessional.
VOICE VOTE MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Johnson and seconded by Dye to approve employment of Jaqui Foster as BV E/JH Paraprofessional and Daniel Sinclair as BVHS Sophomore Class Sponsor.
VOICE VOTE MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Johnson and seconded by Dye to approve the maternity leave request of Jenny Ackerman. Andy Spencer abstained from this vote.
VOICE VOTE MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Maynard and seconded by Wiggim to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 p.m.
VOICE VOTE MOTION CARRIED
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