September 17, 2024 at 7:00 PM - ESU 3 Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order and Roll Call
Discussion:
Pursuant to Section 84-1411 of the Nebraska Statutes, notice of future meetings was be given by advertisement in the Omaha World Herald on 9/12/24.
In addition the meeting was posted on the following locations: the ESU #3 Website, the ESU #3 Headquarters front door, and the Sparq Meetings host site. |
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1.1. Excused Board Members, if Applicable
Discussion:
All present.
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2. Nebraska Open Meetings Act Notice; Location of Posted Information
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3. Recognition of Visitors
Discussion:
Liz Tompkins was in attendance and is running for the District 6 Board Member Seat. Darin Tompkins was also present.
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4. Public Comments
Discussion:
Liz Tompkins introduced herself and gave a brief explanation of her work experience and background in education.
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5. Approval of Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.1. Approval of Previous Board Meeting Minutes
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5.2. Personnel Report
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5.2.1. Hired
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5.2.2. Resigned/Terminated
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5.3. Contract Report
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5.4. Lodging Expenses Exceeding the Applicable Federal Rate Report
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5.5. Items for Disposal, Asset Change, or For Sale
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5.6. Board Member Insurance Coverage
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5.7. Head Start Leadership Reports, Policy Council Updates, Contracts, Etc.
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6. Approval of Treasurer’s Report
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Lori Meays presented the Treasurer's Report noting that receipts totaled $3,660,701.11 for the month and disbursements totaled $3,158,206.81. |
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7. Approval of Bills
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Lori Meays presented the bills in the amount of $2,378,808.68.
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8. Administrative Report
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes provided information on the following topics: Communications audit, NCSA updates, Gifford Farm Lease, Upcoming elections, NASB Area Membership Meeting, and NASB Board Ballots. Dr. Scott Blum shared an update on his current role in the Executives in Residence Program with AESA.
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9. New Business Agenda Items
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9.1. Approval of the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes and Lori Meays reviewed information shared during the hearings. They also provided further input on the proposed 24-25 budget including the changes made from the August budget review.
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9.2. Approve Property Tax Resolution
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes read the Resolution Setting the Property Tax Request aloud for all to hear.
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9.3. Approval of the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget Property Tax Request
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Der. Schnoes reviewed the proposed Property Tax Request information as shared with the Board. No changes were recommended.
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9.4. Approve Official Representative for Title 1 and Other Grants
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.5. Audit Services for ESU #3
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.6. Annual review of Credit Cards and Limits
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes shared the list of current CC holders and limits as required by board policy.
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9.7. Approve Technology Purchase from IST
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.8. Review Assistant Administrator Responsibilities and Expectations
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes shared a brief update on the Professional Development plan for Dr. Scott Blum. The negotiations Board Committee will meet in November to conduct a review of the plan and progress being made.
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10. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Next Board meeting is October 15, 2024.
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