Regular Meeting of the Board Independent District 88 New Ulm, Minnesota A regular meeting of the Independent District 88 Board, New Ulm, Minnesota was held on Thursday, June 22, 2017, in the District Boardroom. Members present: Steve Gag, Matt Ringhofer, Jon Schiro, Denny Waloch, Duane Winter, and Christie Dewanz. Absent: Melissa Sunderman. Also present: Superintendent Jeff Bertrang and Business Manager Myrna Meunier. Press: Connor Cummiskey, and Michael Koob. Presenters: Julie Hull, Lorena Krueger, Marissa Klimmek. The meeting was called to order by Chair Duane Winter at 6:00 p.m. Agenda Motion by Christie Dewanz, second by Jon Schiro, to approve the agenda with an addendum/supplement and the addition of a May Cash Balance Report. (Approved 6-0) Minutes Motion by Steve Gag, second by Denny Waloch, to approve the minutes for the regular school board meeting held on May 25, 2017 and Study Session held on June 8, 2017 as presented. (Approved 6-0) Consent Agenda Personnel Resignations Accepted the resignation, with appreciation and regret, from: Brush, Sharon Food Server Jefferson Elementary Donovan, Cristina Lead Secretary New Ulm Middle Gilb, Karley Adult Staff Member Kids Connection Kuhnley, Hanna Paraprofessional Washington Learning Mattson, Justin Boys JV Soccer Coach New Ulm High Roelofs, Jenna Counselor & National New Ulm High Serbus, Angela Honor Society Co-Advisor Little Kids Connection Extended Day Lead Washington Learning Employment Approved the employment of: Bakken, Gr. 7 Math NUMS 1.0 FTE Step 01, Lane $37,937 Patrick Teacher BA Braun, Haley Little Kids WLC 1.0 FTE 7 hrs/day, 5 $14.00/hr Connection Lead Fahey, Quinn Summer WLC 8 hrs/day 5 $9.50/hr Holkesvig, Amie Custodian TWC ESY Para WLC 4.5
Hieb Krieger, Kate Krzmarzick, Jenna Neidecker, Kelly Peterson, Austin Schuck, Shelly Schumacher, Jamie Gr. 7-8 Science Teacher NUMS 1.0 FTE Step 07, Lane MA $48,673 Accounts District 8 hrs/day 5 $16.50/hr Payable/MARSS Offices Coordinator TWC ESY Para WLC 4.5 A-13, Step 2 $12.03/hr 5 hrs/day, 3 Summer Jefferson 8 hrs/day 5 $9.50/hr Custodian TWC ESY Para WLC 4.5 A-13, Step 8 $13.92/hr HS Kids Connection Staff Member Annex 4-4.75/ hrs/day Wells, Connie TWC ESY Para WLC 4.5 5 hrs/day, 3 Williams, Stacey TWC ESY Para WLC 4.5 3 $9.50/hr Reassignment Approved the reassignment of Jennifer Schmid from secretary to lead secretary at New Ulm Middle, B-21 to B-22, 1.0 FTE, 8 hrs/day, 5 at $18.01/hr. Summer Teachers Approved the summer school teachers as listed: Washington Learning Megan Conlon-Monson New Ulm Middle Lorena Krueger, Michelle Gag, Amanda Thorson, Alyssa Marshall, Amanda Munstertieger New Ulm High : Tricia Fairbairn, Darlene Filzen, Rob Bute, and Steve Foley Co-curricular Assignments Approved the fall and yearly co-assignments as presented. Family Mental Health Service Agreement Approved the 2017-2018 agreement for Mental Health Services and Supports to Students and Indirect/Consultative Support into Plan Pre-interventions with Greater Minnesota Family Services. Motion by Denny Waloch, second by Christie Dewanz, to approve the consent agenda items as presented. (Approved 6-0) Reports and Correspondence Superintendent s Report by Jeff Bertrang, Supt.; Negotiations Committee Report by Christie Dewanz and Steve Gag; Facility Committee
Report by Steve Gag; Finance Committee Report by Matt Ringhofer and Announcements by Duane Winter. Action Adoption of the 2016-17 Professional Development Report and Proposed 2017-18 Plan and Budget Motion by Denny Waloch, second by Christie Dewanz, to adopt the 2016-17 Professional Development Report and approve the proposed 2017-18 Plan and budget as presented. (Approved 6-0) Adoption of Board Calendar for 2017-18 and Proposed Study Session Topics Motion by Christie Dewanz, second by Steve Gag, to adopt the Board Calendar for 2017-18 Year with meeting times as proposed and the proposed study session topics. (Approved 6-0) Business Services Bills for Audit and Budget Report Motion by Jon Schiro, second by Denny Waloch, to approve the bills for audit as presented in the total amount of $1,049,674.61 and accept the board budget report as presented. (Approved 6-0) Cash Balance Reports The cash balance reports for November and December 2016, January, February, March, April and May 2017 were accepted by the board and will be filed for audit. Adoption of FY18 Budget Motion by Christie Dewanz, second by Denny Waloch, to adopt the revised FY18 Budget as presented. (Approved 6-0) FY18 Budget Summary Fund Revenues Expenditures General Fund $24,559,678 $25,463,758 Food Service $885,800 $885,680 Community Service $1,235,804 $1,303,420 Construction $0 $738,896 Debt Redemption $2,661,923 $2,835,123 Doehne Perm. Trust $15 $0 German Land Trust $400 $0 Scholarships $18,000 $26,450 GASB 54 Motion by Jon Schiro, second by Matt Ringhofer, to authorize $129,667 during FY17 to be committed to Severance/Retirement benefits. (Approved 6-0) Resolution to Accept Donations Member Matt Ringhofer introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT DONATIONS BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Independent District No. 88, as follows that the following donations be accepted with appreciation:
Donor Item Donated Designation Kiwanis Club of New Ulm $50.00 Community Baby Shower Kiwanis Club of New Ulm $100.00 Jefferson Snack Cart Ross & Barb Nelson $50.00 in Hardcover books Jefferson Media Dr. Ann Vogel $50.00, given in memory of FFA Fund Don Gregg Owen & Carolyn Todd $50.00 New Ulm Robotics Nicklasson Athletic Co., Inc. Football helmet Football program Oak Hills Living $350.00 ECFE transportation costs to Oak Hills 2017 Allina Workplace Giving Campaign from Shannon Barie $125.00 Jefferson Elementary Adopt-A-Classroom $520.47 for Gardening Supplies Jefferson Elementary Evergreen Packaging, Inc. $900.00 Jefferson Garden Fund Jeff & Wendy Bertrang $225.00 for three adult athletics and fine arts passes Eagles Extravaganza Have a Heart, NUMC Foundation Gala Families of the Class of Eight foot willow tree and Washington Learning 2029 engraved rock Sheryl Ubl 36 books, ten board games New Ulm Middle The motion for the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Christie Dewanz, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Steve Gag, Matt Ringhofer, Jon Schiro, Denny Waloch, Duane Winter and Christie Dewanz; Absent: Melissa Sunderman; the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. (Approved 6-0) MSHSL Annual Resolution Member Steve Gag introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 2017-2018 Resolution for Membership Renewal in the Minnesota State High League The motion for the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Christie Dewanz, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Matt Ringhofer, Jon Schiro, Denny Waloch, Duane Winter, Christie Dewanz, and Steve Gag; Absent: Melissa Sunderman; the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. (Approved 6-0) Fee Schedule Adoption Motion by Denny Waloch, second by Christie Dewanz, to approve the 2017-18 Fee Schedule as proposed. (Approved 6-0) Policies Second Reading of Policies A second reading was held on the following policies: 208 Development, Adoption, and Implementation of Policies 413 Harassment and Violence 506 Student Discipline 533 Wellness
Adoption of Revised Policies Motion by Denny Waloch, second by Christie Dewanz, to adopt the revised policies: #208 Development, Adopt, and Implementation of Policies, #413 Harassment and Violence; #506 Student Discipline, and #533 Wellness. (Approved 6-0) Fundraiser Report Motion by Christie Dewanz, second by Steve Gag, to accept the 2016-2017 Fundraiser Report as presented. (Approved 6-0) Annual Designation of Jeff Bertrang as the Identified Official with Authority for MDE External User Access Recertification System Motion by Christie Dewanz, second by Jon Schiro, to designate Jeff Bertrang as the Identified Official with Authority to authorize user access to MDE secure websites for New Ulm Public s. (Approved 6-0) Non-Action Items Duane Winter provided information regarding the current operating levies in place. It was agreed to hold a Public Forum at the July meeting to get input and feedback. Upcoming Meetings The Study Session will be held on Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. in the District Conference Room and the next regular school board meeting will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. in the District Boardroom, 414 South Payne Street. Adjournment Motion by Christie Dewanz, second by Matt Ringhofer, to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m. (Approved 6-0) The complete minutes and all documents relating to this meeting are available for review and are on file in the office of the superintendent, District Offices, 414 South Payne Street, New Ulm, Minnesota. A digital recording of board proceedings is available by contacting the superintendent s office. Independent District 88 New Ulm, Minnesota By: Steve Gag, Clerk