Dimmick Consolidated School District #175 Board of Education met June 16.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
Call to Order
President Deb Black called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Roll Call
Roll call showed members present: Michelle Rich, Deb Herz, Josh Turigliatti, Deb Black and Gina Mudge. Heather Seghi joined 6:43 p.m. Laurie Ernat was absent.
Visitors
None.
Approval of Board Agenda
Josh Turigliatti made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Deb Herz seconded the motion. A voice vote indicated all yeas. Nays: None. Motion carried.
Public Comment
None.
Public Hearing for Proposed Amended FY’21 Budget
Gina Mudge made a motion to go into the public hearing for the proposed 2020-2021 amended budget, Michelle Rich seconded the motion. Roll call yeas: Mudge, Rich, Herz, Turigliatti and Black. Nays: None. Motion carried.
Mr. Linnig shared an updated list of amended line items in the 2021 budget. The amendments were the result of additional grant funds, the renovation project being ahead of schedule, the one-time permanent transfer of $80,000.00 from the Transportation Fund to the Operations and Maintenance Fund and the lump sum salary payout for Ms. Hendrix following her resignation.
The regular board meeting reconvened at 6:36 p.m.
Consent Agenda
Michelle Rich made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Gina Mudge seconded the motion. Roll call yeas: Rich, Mudge, Herz, Turigliatti and Black. Nays: None. Motion carried.
Reports and Updates
Facilities Summer Renovation Progress
• The painting in classrooms is ahead of schedule.
• The flooring contractor is scheduled to start next week which is a little later than originally planned.
• The entry canopies are being worked on presently.
Renovation Finances
Mr. Linnig reviewed the finances and to date the renovations total expenses are at $1,218,233.09 including all architectural and engineering fees, original contract sum and change orders. Total disbursements at present are $333,163.75.
Two proposals for a new phone system were received from Marco and Ficek Electric. The District will be reaching out to obtain other quotes before making a recommendation for a new system.
The phone systems onetime costs, wall monitors, security cameras and two monitors, gym projector, stage sound system, digital sign, classroom signage, window security film office cabinets, and lunchroom equipment costs will largely be cover by ESSR III funding.
Financial Report
The Working Cash Fund will be abolished and the balance transferred to the Education Fund effective June 30, 2021. The Working Cash Fund will then be re-established for FY ‘22. The action awaits approval.
Mr. Linnig also discussed the impact TIF will have on the 2021-2022 budget as well as the transfer from the investment portfolio to the Operation and Maintenance Fund for one time nonrecurring expenses associated with the current renovation projects.
Policy Update
There were no changes recommended to policy 7:10 Equal Education Opportunities. Following the 2nd reading, the policy awaits approval.
Other
On June 8, 2021 Mr. Linnig and Alan Erbrederis of LaSalle County met with Peru Mayor Kolowski to discuss the Peru Mall TIF as well as the importance of working collaboratively on future endeavors. There has been no progress regarding the multiunit residential development proposed, however, the movie theater in the mall is currently undergoing significant renovations. The mayor wants to be upfront and work with us in the future to keep the District informed of any new developments.
The school board convention will be Nov. 19-21, 2021 and in person.
Action Items
Approval of Budget Amendments FY’21
Debbie Herz made a motion to approve the budget amendments for the year 2020-2021 as presented. Josh Turigliatti seconded the motion. Roll call yeas: Herz, Turigliatti, Seghi, Rich, Mudge and Black. Nays: None. Motion carried.
Approval to Abolish Working Cash Fund FY’21 and Reestablish FY’22
Heather Seghi made the motion to abolish the Working Cash Fund to the Education Fund effective June 30, 2020 and reestablish the Working Cash Fund July 1,2021. Michelle Rich seconded the motion. Roll call yeas: Seghi, Rich, Mudge, Herz, Turigliatti and Black. Nays: None. Motion carried.
Approve Purchase of District Furniture
Deb Herz made a motion to approve the District purchase of classroom furniture from Kentwood Office Furniture for $44,610.95. Heather Seghi seconded the motion. Roll call yeas: Herz, Seghi, Rich, Mudge, Turigliatti and Black. Nays: None. Motion carried.
Approval of Update Policy
Heather Seghi made a motion to approve the 2nd Reading of Policy 7:10 Equal Educational Opportunities. Sid Haas seconded the motion. Roll call yeas: Seghi, Haas, Rich, Mudge, Turigliatti and Black. Nays: None. Motion carried.
Closed Session
Josh Turigliatti made the motion to adjourn to closed session to discuss the collective bargaining matters between the public body and its employees of their representatives and the appointment, employment, compensation, performance or dismissal of specific employees at 7:10 p.m. Heather Seghi Rich seconded the motion. A voice vote indicated all yeas. Nays: None. Motion carried.
Regular meeting reconvened at 8:14 p.m.
Action Items following Closed Session
Approval of Hiring a Girls B-ball Coach
Heather Seghi made a motion to approve the hiring of Brittany Moriarty for the fifth and sixth grade girls basketball coaching position. Deb Herz seconded the motion. Roll call yeas: Seghi, Herz, Turigliatti, Rich, Mudge and Black.
Adjournment
Gina Mudge made the motioned to adjourn the meeting at 8:14 p.m. Michelle Rich seconded the motion. A voice vote indicated all yeas. Nays: None. Motion carried.
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