South Winneshiek Community School District
Board of Education Board Meeting Minutes
September 9, 2019
The South Winneshiek Community School District held their monthly meeting on September 9, 2019 in the district board room. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by board president Wendy Mihm-Herold.
After the Pledge of Allegiance was recited roll call took place: Present: Wendy Mihm-Herold, Patricia Schissel, Corey Meyer and Don Schroeder. Absent: Bob Busch
Moved by Schroeder and seconded by Meyer to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
President Mihm-Herold welcomed visitors.
Review and discussion about previous board minutes, financials, bills, appointments, resignations, open enrollments and donations took place. Moved by Schroeder and seconded by Meyer to approve the consent items as presented. Resignations: None. Appointments: Jake Elsbernd- Mentor $1000; Lynn Franzen Mentor $1000; Mike Johnson – Sub Bus Driver; Joyce Nesvik – Paraprofessional $11.75 Motion carried unanimously.
New Business:
- Moved by Schissel and seconded by Meyer to approve the LAU plan as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
- Moved by Schroeder and seconded by Schissel to approve the TAG plan as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
- Moved by Meyer and seconded by Schissel to approve the out of state trips: Eagle Bluff, Lanesboro MN; Swine judging- Austin MN; FFA National Convention – Indianapolis IN; Livestock judging Prosper MN; Officer Retreat Escape House, Rochester MN; Choir/Band trip – Chicago IL. Motion carried unanimously.
- Moved by Meyer and seconded by Schroeder to approve the purchase of office furniture – a Desk from Storey Kenworthy $708.00; Cabinets, counter top and chair from Premier Furniture and Equipment $3961.20. Motion carried unanimously.
- Moved by Meyer and seconded by Schissel to approve the change order for the Elementary roof replacement project for $7500 Cost for labor and material to install three additional roof vents, curbs and flashings. This change is to provide additional venting from the attic space. Motion carried unanimously.
- Moved by Meyer and seconded by Schissel to approve the IAHSAA & IGHSAU School Classification Equity Resolution WHEREAS, the South Winneshiek CSD Board of Directors feels the need for the IGHSAU and IAHSAA to begin the process for modifications of how schools are classified for district and state tournament competitions. Motion carried unanimously.
- Moved by Schroeder and seconded by Meyer to approve a loan from the general fund to the 3-year-old preschool fund for $22,153.47 plus 1% interest to be repaid by December 31, 2019. Motion carried unanimously.
Administrative reports were given by Mr. Halverson and Mr. Einck. Mr. Halverson shared videos from grandparent’s day and from Positive Sign Thursday. Mr. Einck reported on Camfel Productions, beginning of school year enrollment and upcoming meetings to better cultivate and foster open communication and transparency.
Next regular meeting is October 14, 2019 in the Calmar District Board Room at 6:00 pm.
Moved by Schroeder and seconded by Schissel to adjourn at 7:12 pm. Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Kris Smith Wendy Mihm-Herold
Board Secretary Board President