November 8, 2021 at 7:00 PM - BOE Meeting Template
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1. Opening Procedures
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1.1. Call meeting to order
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Executive/Closed Session may be necessary during this meeting for either: 1) Protection of the public interest; or, 2) The prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual, and if the individual has not requested a public meeting. Recognition of Visitors: The Board of Education encourages citizens to take advantage of the opportunity to address the Board at its regular meetings. Such opportunities will ordinarily be limited to the, “Communications from the Public” section of the meeting. When there are several persons who wish to address the Board at a meeting, the Board President shall have the authority to limit the amount of time provided to each speaker. In compliance with Nebraska statute 84-1412 the Open Meetings Act is posted within the meeting room. |
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1.2. Roll Call
Rationale:
Excuse absent board members
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1.3. Acknowledge meeting notice and announcement
Rationale:
Notice of this public meeting was published in the Voice News on November 4, 2021. Notice was also posted at the entrance of Freeman Public Schools, Adams Post Office, and Filley bank.
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1.4. Approve agenda
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1.5. Freeman Falcon Spotlight
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Freeman's Elementary Student Council has been busy this fall. Here to share about the leadership conference they attended and some of the things they have done are Allie Bruns, Adison Otto, Presleigh Borgman, and Bradyn Floth.
The 2021 Freeman Softball team finished their season 22-9 and made their 1st-ever appearance at state. Members of the team are: Seniors: Maddie Gee Juniors: Caryss Jurgens, Paige Mahler, Catie Reed, Autumn Schoen, Hayleigh Shubert Sophomores: Kyla Davison, Cassidy Denney, Dakota Haner, Kloey Johnson, Cassie Klein Freshmen: Aspyn Haner, Adi LIttle, Hailey Parde Managers: Courtney Holliday, Kaylie Beu, Sydney Lenners Head Coach: Gene Busboom Assistant Coaches: Lenny Beu, Greg Dorn |
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1.6. Communication from the Public
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1.7. Approval of Consent Agenda
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Previous Meetings Minutes General Fund Claims in the amount of $102,453.95 Lunch Fund Claims in the amount of $14,387.17 Bond Fund Claims in the amount of $319,420.00 Special Building Fund Claims in the amount of $0.00 Payroll expenditures in the amount of $437,956.04 Financial Reports Correspondence to the Board and Accommodations:
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1.8. Items Removed From the Consent Agenda
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1.8.1. N/A
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1.8.2. N/A
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2. Discussion Items
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2.1. Discussion of Freeman facilities planning
Rationale:
5-year Facilities Plan
2021-2022 Projects Sampson property Athletic Field Land |
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2.2. Discussion of Freeman future staffing planning
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Curricular pathways
CTE opportunities Athletic Director position |
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2.3. Discussion regarding of copier/printer contract renewal
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Our 5-year copier/printer contract expires at the end of this school year. We currently use Eakes Office Products, and they have provided a bid for the next 5 years. Capital Business Systems has also provided a bid.
Due to a shortage in equipment, we would like to make a decision by the end of the calendar year to ensure new equipment is delivered by June. |
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2.4. Discussion relating to superintendent contract
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3. Matters Requiring Board Action
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3.1. Consideration and possible action to approve Karr Tuckpointing's proposal for masonry preservation, maintenance, and repair in the amount of $15,204
Rationale:
Attached is a project summary.
The building fund will be used to pay for this project.
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3.2. Consideration and possible action to approve Freeman's roof resurfacing project Phase I for $102,000 completed by Chappell Roofing
Rationale:
Funds from the building fund will be used for Freeman's roof resurfacing project. It will be done in 3 phases and this is Phase I. Sections I, H, D represent the southeast portion of the building, which is the elementary wing, the office, and library areas.
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3.3. Consideration and possible action to purchase 4x4 school vehicle in the amount of $51,000 using ESSER III grant funds
Rationale:
Funds from Freeman's ESSER III COVID-relief grant were allocated for the purchase of a 4x4 school vehicle. The plan was developed and shared with the board in July and August. The grant was approved by NDE on October 12, 2021. This vehicle will be used to transport students and staff to school-related events and activities safely.
A local patron is selling a 2018 GMC Yukon XL SLT for $51,000. 34,000 miles New tires (ordered), leather interior Kelley Blue Book Private Party Range: $53,724-$58,939 NADA Clean Retail Value: $56,000 Checked by Adams Repair - no issues Comparison: A Nebraska company selling buses and commercial vehicles periodically sends information regarding used vehicles acquired from national auctions. This was the latest that was sent: 2018 Suburban LS selling for $48,995 42,347 miles Factory tires, cloth interior Kelley Blue Book Private Party Range: $44,186-$48,595 NADA Clean Retail Value: $50,475 |
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3.4. Consideration and possible action to approve policies 5046, 5048, 5049, 5050, 5053, 5055, 5056, 5059, 5062
Rationale:
Monthly policy review
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3.5. Consideration and possible action to discuss, consider, and take any action related to the superintendent evaluation.
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4. Reports
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4.1. Administrative Reports
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Mr. Havelka: Mr. Schroeder: Mrs. Sieh: |
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4.2. Technology
Rationale:
Annual Technology report
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4.3. Assessments
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No report
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4.4. School Improvement
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No report
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4.5. Facilities
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No report
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4.6. Transportation
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No report
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4.7. Negotiations
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4.8. Board of Education
Rationale:
NASB State Convention
November 18-19 |
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5. Announcements
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5.1. Next regular meeting: Monday, December 13
Rationale:
Freeman Media Center, 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 13
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6. Executive Session
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7. Adjournment
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