October 2022 Regular Meeting Monday, October 10, 2022 7:00 PM High School Media Center As advertised in the Pilot-Tribune/Enterprise and ftcpioneers.org ROUTINE BUSINESS -Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM with 3 administrators and 7 visitors present. President Conrad noted the Nebraska Open Meeting Laws -Excused Absences: There were none. All members were present. -Roll Call: Mike Bonacci-Present; Josh Christensen-Present; Mike Conrad-Present; Jon Genoways-Present; Amanda Schrum-Present; Kelli Shaner-Present -Approval of Agenda: Moved that the agenda be approved as presented. This motion, made by Schrum and seconded by Christensen, Passed. Mike Bonacci: Yea, Josh Christensen: Yea, Mike Conrad: Yea, Jon Genoways: Yea, Amanda Schrum: Yea, Kelli Shaner: Yea REGULAR AGENDA -Public Participation: The board received no public comment. -Approval of Claims: Moved that the board of education approve the claims in the amount of $114,402.42 from the General Fund and $59,549.61 from Savings & Depreciation. This motion, made by Genoways and seconded by Bonacci, Passed. Mike Bonacci: Yea, Josh Christensen: Yea, Mike Conrad: Yea, Jon Genoways: Yea, Amanda Schrum: Yea, Kelli Shaner: Yea. The board discussed the water bill and its increase with the increased size of the facilities and also the Depreciation expense for 1st National Bank. It was part of the approved carryover funds for items that been ordered in 21-22 but not billed before the close of the year. Mr. Green explained the Hillyard expense for next summer’s gym floor refinishing which is now done “in-house’ for a considerable savings. -Claim from Abe's Trash Company: Moved that the claim from Abe's Trash Company be approved in the amount of $1,569.95. This motion, made by Bonacci and seconded by Schrum, Passed. Josh Christensen: Abstain (With Conflict), Mike Bonacci: Yea, Mike Conrad: Yea, Jon Genoways: Yea, Amanda Schrum: Yea, Kelli Shaner: Yea -Consent Agenda: Moved that the Consent Agenda be approved as presented. This motion, made by Shaner and seconded by Schrum, Passed. Mike Bonacci: Yea, Josh Christensen: Yea, Mike Conrad: Yea, Jon Genoways: Yea, Amanda Schrum: Yea, Kelli Shaner: Yea. There was discussion about a new report for sports activity, what it entailed and if it should be part of the Consent Agenda. It is now part of the Control Budget as the board had voted to use some general funds for athletics. -Standing Committee Reports: American Civics and Education: Josh Christensen reported the American Civics meeting was open to the public but there were no visitors. They reviewed the Social Studies requirements and what is necessary to comply with the law; discussed part time and tuition students and if other schools do something similar; discussed getting the ball rolling on purchasing a new bus; and took a tour of the facilities. Mr. Green stated that no one he contacted is opting in part time students and even discourage it, they are not subject to state assessments, and the theme was they were not fans of part time students. The conclusion was we need to follow the option program policy we currently have in place. Finance: Amanda Schrum reported this committee had mixed opinions about part time option students, wondering if room in the grades were part of it, and that for athletics they need to be full time option. Mr. Green said the students would be in 7th and 9th and there currently is room. They are recommending getting quotes on both gas and diesel for the new bus and that it would hold 59 passengers. They are suggesting the long term goal be for the track area only to separate it from the football field if it is decided not to go with this portion at the time the bids are received. The electrical at the elementary garage was discussed and OPPD found that the power had been partially cut having not enough power to run everything including the meter. It was partially working but is now shut off and is being assessed to see how and where the breaks may be as OPPD fears it may be along the whole tree line. Responsibility for the cost is being looked into including if locates were done. Quotes are being secured for the repairs. They also discussed the State conference, and appointing negotiations and track and field design committees. Conrad noted the members for negotiations were chosen for experience with newer members planning for later years, and the members of the Track/Field committee were chosen from different backgrounds to get varied perspectives. -Board Member Reports: There were none. -Administrator Reports: Mr. Wemhoff – Upcoming Parent Teacher conferences, CPI and MTSS training taking place for safety and support of all students; new Math standards and working with ESU on curriculum alignment; Marzano training and teacher mentors; October is Bullying Awarness month and UNITY day is ; 7th grade Seminar class sending “care packages” to active duty military; having drugs dogs in the building; and upcoming events. Mr. Wagner: Highlighted areas of his report including Math adoption, Parent-Teacher Conferences and upcoming events including Morning with Mom and picture retakes. He asked the board for any questions regarding his report. Mr. Schleifer: Was supervising an event and his report was noted. -Superintendent Report: Mr. Green will add track development to the board goals; gave landscaping and PLC kitchen updates; and with the comments of the committee members heard, Policy 5003 will remain as it is currently with the district not accepting part time option students. The board discussed the request to remove trees/bushes at the exit of the south parking lot for more visibility and safety, if trimming the bushes would help and then concurred to remove one more tree and two bushes to remedy this. Mr. Green also reported on the initial meeting was held regarding the track/field project. It centered around preconstruction work such as locating, grading, types of turf available, logos and stripping, and runways and track placement. Christensen added the turf could include markings for future sports like soccer. They are looking at the big picture and whittling it down to what we would need. Mr. Green pointed out that enrollment increased by 200 in the last 10 years, 170 elementary and 30 high school so the projections for adding to the elementary has become a reality. He asked about the State Convention and will register those interested. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, President Conrad declared the meeting adjourned at 7:31 PM. ZNEZ ENT 10-14-22
