Hartford Union High School District Regular Board of Education Minutes Monday, December 18, 2017 5:47 pm Library Media Center Board President, Josh Schoemann, in the Library Media Center at Hartford Union High School, called a regular meeting of the Hartford Union High School Board of Education to order at 5:45 p.m. PRESENT: Josh Schoemann, Dick Clement, Tracy Hennes, Bill Savage, Board of Education; and Attila J. Weninger, Superintendent EXCUSED: Deborah Reinbold I. Pledge of Allegiance Josh Schoemann led the Board, Administration, and visitors in the Pledge of Allegiance. II. III. IV. Roll Call Adoption of Agenda The Agenda was adopted. Citizens and Delegations Paul Cappoferri, HUHS Retiree/Community Member V. Reports and Communications (action as necessary) A. Student Reports Olivia Pusch reported on recent Student Council events. She mentioned the successful Reindeer Games that were recently held for children of staff, caroling at the Hartford Hospital, a staff Christmas Tree Decorating contest, an upcoming Ugly Sweater Contest, and the early stages of planning for the Winter Formal. Tate Stoeckmann updated the Board on Winter Sports, including basketball, wrestling, boys swim team, and gymnastics. He also talked about the Toys for Tots collection, and an upcoming Snowed in at the Movies event. 1
B. Committee and Board Member Reports 1. Business Services Dick Clement reported that the Business Services committee met on December 11, 2017. All items were approved to go forward to the Board, the small gym renovations being the most significant item. 2. Human Resources Tracy Hennes reported that the Human Resources committee met on December 12, 2017, and all items discussed were approved to go forward to the Board. She reported that insurance premiums may rise. C. Communications 1. Recognitions Britney Lane and April Alsum were recognized as the Rotary students of the month. Attila J. Weninger read a brief biography about each student. 2. Donations Attila J. Weninger announced that two anonymous donations were made in the amount $50 each to help any students that are unable to pay for lunch. First National Bank donated $2,000 per year for five years towards the purchase of a new scoreboard for JV Football/Track and Field. MaySteel Inc. donated $20,000 to the TEE Department. A certificate was presented to Darci Boettcher of MaySteel as a thank you for the donation. 3. Administrative Reports and Board Dialogue a. Attila J. Weninger stated that the Superintendent s report was included in the large packet. b. Bob Avery explained the Audit Report. There were two findings: auditors prepare financial statements for the District; journal entries that the auditors corrected. The auditors will be at the meeting in January to give the report in person. c. Scott Helms gave the Fall Sports and Activity Report, including the participation numbers for each sport. It was the first Fall season as part of the North Shore Conference. d. Tracy Hennes gave a report on the first Grading and Assessment Advisory Committee meeting. Teachers, students, and Board members were in attendance. Presentations and discussion were productive. A second meeting has been scheduled for after the first semester grading period; in late January. 2
VI. New Business A. Proposal #18-2398 1. Approval of First and/or Final Reading of New, Revised/Replacement Policies per NEOLA, and aligned with state and statutory requirements. 2. Motion by Clement, seconded by Savage to approve. B. Proposal #18-2399 1. Approval of Second Reading and Adoption of 2018-2019 Course Proposals. 2. Motion by Clement, seconded by Schoemann to approve. C. Proposal #18-2400 1. Approval to adopt Budget Amendment I. 2. Motion by Hennes, seconded by Clement to approve. 3. Roll Call: Clement, Aye; Hennes, Aye; Schoemann, Aye; Savage, Aye. D. Proposal #18-2401 1. Approval to adopt the Budgetary Timeline, Assumptions, and Projection. 2. Motion by Clement, seconded by Savage to approve. E. Proposal #18-2402 1. Approval to Adopt Fund 10 Classification 2. Motion by Hennes, seconded by Clement to approve. F. Proposal #18-2403 1. Approval for purchase of refurbished router for Woodshop 2. Motion by Hennes, seconded by Savage to approve. 3. Roll Call: Savage, Aye; Clement, Aye; Hennes, Aye; Schoemann, Aye. G. Proposal #18-2404 1. Approval to replace Buildings and Grounds maintenance truck 2. Motion by Hennes, seconded by Schoemann to approve 3. Roll Call: Hennes, Aye; Schoemann, Aye; Savage, Aye; Clement, Aye. H. Proposal #18-2405 1. Approval to renovate, accept bids for, and authorize expenditures for the small gym. 2. Motion by Clement, seconded by Hennes to approve. 3. Roll Call: Schoemann, Aye; Savage, Aye; Clement, Aye; Hennes, Aye. 3
I. Proposal #18-2406 1. Approval of Strategic Plan 2020: Create our Future! as First Reading 2. Motion by Clement, seconded by Hennes to approve. VII. Approval of Unanimous Consent Agenda Motion by Hennes, seconded by Clement to approve the Unanimous Consent Agenda A. Minutes: Open Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2017 Business Services minutes of November 13, 2017 Human Resources minutes of November 14, 2017 B. Vouchers 1. Payroll vouchers in the amount of $585, 817.85 2. General vouchers in the amount of $1,540,279.26 3. Grand Total of all Vouchers of $2,126,097.11 C. Treasurer s Report 1. Treasurer s Report for the period ending November 30, 2017, $10,038,648.24 2. Personnel Recommendations VIII. Announcement of Meetings as Presented IX. Motion to Move to Closed Session Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. WI Stats. 19.85 (1)(c), specifically the Superintendent s Performance Evaluation and Goals. A. Motion by Clement, seconded by Hennes to move into Closed Session at 7:33 p.m. pursuant to the above closed session issues. B. Roll Call. Clement, Aye; Hennes, Aye; Schoemann, Aye; Savage, Aye. C. Motion unanimously approved. D. Items Discussed: Superintendent s Performance Evaluation and Goals. E. Motion by Clement, seconded by Hennes to reconvene to Open Session and Adjourn F. Roll Call. Schoemann, Aye; Savage, Aye; Clement, Aye; Hennes, Aye. G. Motion unanimously approved 4-0. 4
X. Adjournment 1. The meeting was adjourned by Josh Schoemann at 8:59 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Josh Schoemann, President Approved 1-25-2018 (date) _Deb Reinbold Deb Reinbold, Clerk Josh Schoemann Josh Schoemann, President 5