LEMONT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 BOARD OF EDUCATION December 17, 2018 The Board of Education of Lemont Township High School District 210, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois, met for its regular meeting in the Board Room on Monday, December 17, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. Call to Order President Driscoll called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call The following members were present: Marzec, Tally, Koehler, Kardas, and Driscoll Absent: Gray and Shackel Commencement of Closed Session It was moved by Member Marzec, seconded by Member Tally, that the Board of Education move into Closed Session for the purpose of: Personnel 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 validity. However, a meeting to consider an increase in compensation to a specific employee of a public body that is subject to the Local Government Wage Increase Transparency Act may not be closed and shall be open to the public and posted in accordance with this Act. (5ILCS120/2(c)(1)) Collective negotiating matters between the public body and its employees or their representative, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. (5ILCS120/2(c)(2)) Aye: Marzec, Tally, Koehler, Kardas, and Driscoll Absent: Gray and Shackel
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 2 of 12 Commencement of Closed Session (cont.) Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried and the Board of Education moved into Closed Session at 6:01 p.m. Member Gray arrived at 6:10 pm. Conclusion of Closed Session It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by member Koehler, that the Closed Session be concluded. Aye: Tally, Koehler, Kardas, Gray, Marzec, and Driscoll Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried and the Board of Education concluded its Closed Session at 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Awards and Recognitions Jacob TerMaat, Kendall Barndollar, Kaitlyn Catalano, and Abigail Griffin were recognized as Student of the Month recipients for the month of December 2018. Lemont businessman, Brad Grcevic of Edward Jones Inc., on behalf of the December Students of the Month, will make a donation to the West Suburban Community Pantry and Hope & Friendship Foundation. Cade Campos, 2018 Illinois High School Football Coaches Association Class 6AAll-State, was recognized by Principal, Eric Michaelsen. Mr. Michaelsen highlighted his accomplishments. Mr. Michalesen, Principal, recognized Yousif Jarad. Yousif is the student who steered the school bus to a safe stop last week after the driver was incapacitated. Representing the Board of Education, Board Member Driscoll addressed the students and coaches congratulating them on their accomplishments. The meeting recessed at 7:17 p.m. and reconvened at 7:23 p.m. Presentations Matt Beran of Lauterbach& Amen presented the July 1, 2017 June 30, 2018 Lemont High School District 210 audit report. The Career and Technical Education Department highlighted the use of educational technology.
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 3 of 12 Presentations (cont.) Career and Technical Education Department Chair Scott Duensing, John Aspel, Matt Davis, Stephanie Gloede, Marcy Paddock and Meghan Wilcoxen, along with students Matt Krueger, Joe Tomecki, Ermira Rexhepi, Kate Roenitz, Ben Pimentel, Alexis Pierce, and Alex Fugiel shared with the Board how they use technology in the Career and Technical Education Department. Public Comment None Building Administration Reports Eric Michaelsen, Principal, shared pictures from the Veterans Day event. He discussed the school report card and gave recaps of the eighth grade open house, eighth grade placement testing, and the Old Quarry art show hosted at Lemont High School. Ken Parchem, Chief School Business Official, submitted the financial reports as of November 30, 2018 and reviewed the vouchers awaiting processing by the comptroller. He discussed the tax levy, liability insurance renewal, and proposed school fees for the upcoming school year. Ken reported the results of the recent water testing and updated the Board on prioritizing necessary future expenditures regarding the recent facilities assessment. Dr. Ticknor stated that as a result of the Facilities Assessment, the District has a satisfactory relationship with DLA Architects. President Pam Driscoll polled the Board and received consensus to confirm that a satisfactory relationship with DLA Architects has been established and DLA Architects will be an Architect of Record for the District in addition to Wight & Company. Dr. Ticknor, Superintendent, shared information regarding an open house she attended with Dr. Orzel from District 113A in Palos Park to learn about its Western Development Master Plan. She also provided an update on the Classroom Physical Environment Committee s activities, reviewed the proposed 2019-20 school calendar, and she and Tina Malak shared some thoughts on the concept of e-learning on snow days. Approval of Consent Agenda It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member Gray, that the Board of Education approve the Consent Agenda consisting of: The Minutes of the of November 19, 2018, The Minutes of the Closed Session of November 19, 2018, The Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of December 3, 2018, The Minutes of the Closed Session of the Committee of the Whole Meeting, December 3, The Bills through December 17, 2018 totaling $644,095.90,
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 4 of 12 Approval of Consent Agenda (cont.) The Payroll in the amounts of: $136,906.68 for the period ending 11/05/2018, $486,861.75 for the period ending 11/09/2018, $486,251.29 for the period ending 11/23/2018. Action Consideration #18-27: Approved the Property and Casualty Insurance Renewal, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration #18-28: Approved the Program of Studies for the 2019-2020 school year, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration #18-29: Approved the Primary Instructional Materials for the 2019-2020 school year, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration #18-30: Approved the School Fees for the 2019-2020 school year, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration 18-31: Accepted the FY2018 Audit Report, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration #18-32: Approved the travel expenses of $28.92 for Pam Driscoll, $14.21 for Mike Shackel, and $20.00 for Gary Gray for attending the IASB (Triple I) Conference, as recommended by the Superintendent. Aye: Tally, Gray, Koehler, Kardas, Marzec, and Driscoll Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried. Action-Considerations (Non-Personnel) Action Consideration #18-33: It was moved by Member Marzec, seconded by Member Kardas, that the Board approve the Tax Levy Resolution, including Certificate of Tax Levy, in order for the District to levy for the respective funds as per conditions for filing the 2018 Levy, as recommended by the Superintendent. Aye: Marzec, Kardas, Koehler, Gray, Tally, and Driscoll Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried. Action Consideration #18-34: It was moved by Member Gray, seconded by Member Kardas, that the Board adopt the Resolution regarding the Application of
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 5 of 12 Action-Considerations (Non-Personnel) Action Consideration #18-34: Tax Cap Legislation for the Tax Extension in Cook and DuPage Counties, as recommended by the Superintendent. Aye: Gray, Kardas, Marzec, Tally, Koehler, and Driscoll Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried. Information Items #18-11 Students of the Month #18-12 Draft Calendar for 2019-2020 School Year Board Committee Reports The Committee of the Whole met December 3, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. The Committee of the Whole will meet January 7 at 6:00 pm. The Policy Committee will meet February 4 at 6:00 pm. Notices and Communications December, 2018 Priority Briefing: Hauser, Izzo, Petrarca, Gleason & Stillman, LLC Commencement of Closed Session It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member Gray, that the Board of Education move into Closed Session for the purpose of: Personnel 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 validity. However, a meeting to consider an increase in compensation to a specific employee of a public body that is subject to the Local Government Wage Increase Transparency Act may not be closed and shall be open to the public and posted in accordance with this Act. (5ILCS120/2(c)(1)) Aye: Tally, Gray, Koehler, Kardas, Marzec, and Driscoll Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried and the Board of Education moved into Closed Session at 9:11 p.m. in the Board Room.
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 6 of 12 Conclusion of Closed Session It was moved by Member Koehler, seconded by member Gray, that the Closed Session be concluded. Aye: Koehler, Gray, Kardas, Marzec, Tally, and Driscoll Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried and the Board of Education concluded its Closed Session at 10:29 p.m. Action Considerations (Personnel) Action Consideration #18-35: It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member Koehler, that the Board approve the Personnel Consent Agenda, contingent upon the successful completion of all required documents and background checks, as recommended by the Superintendent. Additional documentation regarding the appointments is appended. NON- CERTIFIED: 1. RESIGNATION: Scott Van Wagner, Head of Campus Security, effective November 15, 2018. Rachel Papiernik, Paraeducator, effective December 5, 2018. EXTRACURRICULAR: 1. HIRE: Head Coaches Fall 2019 Sports Season: Tim Plotke, Co-Ed Cross Country 1.0, Step 26 with a stipend of $8,860.67*. Mark Hollatz, Boys Golf 1.0, Step 28 with a stipend of $7,383.89*. Bill Mondrella, Girls Golf 1.0, Step 18 with a stipend of $6,930.50*. Bret Kooi, Football 1.0, Step 25 with a stipend of $11,814.23*. Rick Prangen, Boys Soccer 1.0, Step 28 with a stipend of $10,337.45*. Erin Horan, Girls Swimming 1.0, Step 13 with a stipend of $9,702.70*. Chris Hill, Girls Tennis 1.0, Step 25 with a stipend of $8,860.67*.
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 7 of 12 Action Considerations (Personnel) (cont.) Action Consideration #18-35: Chris Zogata, Girls Volleyball 1.0, Step 27 with a stipend of $10,337.45*. Dave Erlenbaugh, Fall Cheerleading (fall season sideline cheer), Step 10 with a stipend of $4,533.97*. Beth Purcell, Fall Dance/Poms (fall season sideline dance), Step 2 with a stipend of $3,126.72*. Bradford Smith, Assistant Boys Tennis Coach 1.0, Step 1 with a stipend of $4,073.04 for the 2018-2019 season. Musical: POSITIONS IN THE ALT CONTRACT: Matthew Davis, Assistant/Technical Director, Step 10, Stipend $2,590.84 Paula Smith, Director, Step 5, Stipend $2,820.90 Jeni Donahue, Choreographer, Step 11, Stipend $3,465.25 Brett Baleskie, Set Design/Construction, Step 9, Stipend $2,520.32 Mary Mauch, Accompanist, Step 10, Stipend $3,238.55 NON-ALT POSITIONS: Bob Kuper, Hair & Makeup Designer, Stipend $2,000.00 Dawn Scuderi, Front of the House Manager, Stipend $700.00 Tom Kieffer, Costuming Designer, Stipend $2,000.00 2. VOLUNTEERS Josh Rogers, Boys Basketball Coach for the 2018-2019 season. Robert Eifel, Baseball Coach for the 2018-2019 season. Caleb Hand, Theatre for the 2018-2019 school year. *COMPENSATION PER THE 2016-2019 ALT CONTRACT. MAY BE ADJUSTED PENDING NEW CONTRACT
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 8 of 12 Action Considerations (Personnel) (cont.) Action Consideration #18-35: Aye: Tally, Koehler, Gray, Marzec, Kardas, and Driscoll Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried. Board Requests/Comments Dr. Ticknor and Ken Parchem gave an update in response to Board comments regarding particular aspects of the Evidence Based Funding legislation. Dr. Ticknor and Mr. Parchem discussed Capital Development Board Grants resulting from the 1997 School Construction Law. Adjournment It was moved by Member Koehler, seconded by Member Tally, that the Board of Education adjourn the meeting. Aye: Koehler, Tally, Marzec, Kardas, Gray, and Driscoll Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried, and the December 17, 2018 meeting of the Board of Education adjourned at 10:46 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Attest: Pamela M. Driscoll, President Board of Education Michael J. Kardas Sr., Secretary Board of Education
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 9 of 12 LEMONT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 BOARD OF EDUCATION December 17, 2018 The Lemont Township High School District 210 Board of Education, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois, met in Closed Session, December 17, 2018 in the Superintendent s Office. Commencement: Members Present: Absent: Administration Present: It was moved by Member Marzec, seconded by Member Tally, to go into Closed Session at 6:01 p.m. Closed Session was audio recorded. Pam Driscoll, President Mike Kardas, Secretary Gary Gray Renee Koehler Beverly Marzec Mary Tally Mike Shackel, Vice President Dr. Mary Ticknor, Superintendent Eric Michaelsen, Principal Ken Parchem, Chief School Business Official Others Present: Summary: Personnel 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 validity. However, a meeting to consider an increase in compensation to a specific employee of a public body that is subject to the Local Government Wage Increase Transparency Act may not be closed and shall be open to the public and posted in accordance with this Act. (5ILCS120/2(c)(1))
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 10 of 12 Collective negotiating matters between the public body and its employees or their representative, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. (5ILCS120/2(c)(2)) Conclusion: It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member Koehler, to conclude the Closed Session at 7:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted: Pamela M. Driscoll, President Board of Education Michael J. Kardas Sr., Secretary Board of Education
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 11 of 12 LEMONT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 BOARD OF EDUCATION December 17, 2018 The Lemont Township High School District 210 Board of Education, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois, met in Closed Session, December 17, 2018 in the Board Room. Commencement: Members Present: Absent: It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member Gray, to go into Closed Session at 9:11 p.m. Closed Session was audio recorded. Pam Driscoll, President Mike Kardas, Secretary Gary Gray Renee Koehler Beverly Marzec Mary Tally Mike Shackel, Vice President Administration Present: Others Present: Summary: Personnel 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 validity. However, a meeting to consider an increase in compensation to a specific employee of a public body that is subject to the Local Government Wage Increase Transparency Act may not be closed and shall be open to the public and posted in accordance with this Act. (5ILCS120/2(c)(1))
Minutes of December 17, 2018 Page 12 of 12 Conclusion: It was moved by Member Koehler, seconded by Member Gray, to conclude the Closed Session at 10:29 p.m. Respectfully submitted: Pamela M. Driscoll, President Board of Education Michael J. Kardas Sr., Secretary Board of Education