April 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Pledge of Allegiance & Call to Order
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The formation of public policy is public business and may not be conducted in secret. Every meeting of the Norris Board shall be open to the public and abide by the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, a copy of which is available for inspection at our meeting site. Does anyone in the audience require audio or visual assistance?
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
President Divine called the meeting to order at 6:05 PM.
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2. District Mission Statement
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Norris School District, in collaboration with our communities and families, provides a safe, positive environment that empowers students to grow, explore, and engage into lifelong learners and responsible, productive citizens. |
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3. Nebraska Open Meetings Law (Posted in the Room)
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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4. Student Representative Report - Thomas Hansmeyer
Speaker(s):
Student Council Representative
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates to the Board from Norris student council representative.
Discussion:
Thomas Hansmeyer, Student Representative, provided an update to the board of education.
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5. Administrators' Reports
Speaker(s):
Building Administrators
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Reports from administrators on items of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Administrator reports were submitted in advance. Highlights were shared with the board of education.
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6. Public Comment
Speaker(s):
Members of the Public
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The regular board meeting agenda provides for citizens to present information or to express opinions to the board through public comment.
Discussion:
No public comment.
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7. Curriculum Report/ Program Review:
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Morrison and Dr. Bollinger
Agenda Item Type:
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7.1. SEL Update
Speaker(s):
Counselors & School Psychologists
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Discussion:
Jill Behrends, Nicole Meyer, Savannah Engle, Heidi Teahon, and Dr. Bollinger shared SEL information including the purpose, roles and responsibilities, and how Character Strong is being utilized in buildings.
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8. Superintendent's Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Superintendent reports on matters of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
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8.1. Upcoming Dates and Events of Interest to the Board
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
May 14 - Staff Recognition Dinner @ 5:00 PM May 14 - Regular Board of Education Meeting May 18 - Graduation May 22 - Strategic Overview Committee @ 6:00 PM
Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared dates of interest with the board of education.
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8.2. Celebration of Excellence
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
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8.3. Personnel Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Certified
Hire Resignation Retire Extra Duty Hire Resignation
Support Staff Hire Resignation
Discussion:
Mr. Molloy shared personnel updates with the board of education.
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8.4. Superintendent Goals
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared that his evaluation window is currently open.
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9. Consent Agenda
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Consent items are considered routine and will be passed with a vote; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference.
Recommended Motion(s):
Move that the Board of Education approve the consent agenda as presented. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
President Devine read aloud, "Consent items are considered routine and will be passed with a vote; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference."
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10. Titan Fundraising Committee Update
Speaker(s):
Cory Wahlstrom and Jennifer Schall
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Provide the Board of Education and public with an update on the Titan Fundraising Committee's efforts.
Discussion:
Cory Wahlstrom, on behalf of the Titan Fundraising Committee, provided an update to the board of education.
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11. Policies
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
No policy updates.
Discussion:
No policy updates.
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12. Legislative Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
Dr. Joel provided legislative updates to the board of education.
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13. NASB Updates
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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13.1. 2025 NASB Annual Calendar (2 Copies)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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14. JEO Facility Audit Presentation
Speaker(s):
Corey Brodersen and Team
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
JEO presented the Campus Facilities Assessment.
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15. Lancaster Co. / District Development Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates on commercial and residential development within the Norris District including annexations.
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16. Buildings, Grounds and Transportation Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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16.1. Titan Activities Complex Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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16.2. Request for Proposal (RFP) for HVAC Service Agreement
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Norris School District elected to sign a one-year service agreement with Facility Advocates, which expires on August 31st, 2025.
Mr. Molloy and Dr. Joel have been working with Derek Aldridge, Perry, on the RFP. Below is the tentative timeline:
Discussion:
Mr. Molloy shared information regarding the RFP for HVAC Service Agreement. The RFP timeline was discussed. The new service agreement would go into effect on September 1st, 2025.
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16.3. Discuss, consider and take all necessary action to approve the contract with Capital Business Systems
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy & Noel Erskine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the contract with Capital Business Systems for $63,055.32 annually Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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16.4. Discuss, consider and take all necessary action to approve the purchase of paper products for the 2025-26 school year
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Quotes from Egan Supply Co., Eakes Office Solutions, and OPC Direct
The following is recommended: Egan Supply - Paper Towels - $8,928.50 - Large Toilet Paper Rolls - $9,984.00 Eakes Office Solutions - Small Toilet Paper Rolls - $6,249.00
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the purchase of paper towels and large toilet paper rolls for $18,912.50 from Egan Supply Co. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
Motion to approve the purchase of small toilet paper rolls for $6,249.00 from Eakes Office Solutions Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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16.5. Discuss, consider and take all necessary action to approve the use of depreciation funds to upgrade shingled roof surfaces to 26-gauge metal
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
ALICAP total contribution for roofing will be $88,029.00
Norris' total contribution for roofing will be $26,500.00
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the use of $26,500.00 in depreciation funds to upgrade shingled roof surfaces to 26-gauge metal Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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17. Board Strategic Plan Goals & Board Areas of Focus
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel, Mr. Molloy, Mrs. Morrison and Dr. Bollinger
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Review Strategic Plan Goals and Readopt as Board:
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18. Board Reports
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Board member updates on matters of interest to the Board.
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19. Correspondence Items
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Monthly correspondence of interest to the Board.
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20. Adjournment
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The next regular scheduled Board Meeting is April 9th, 2025 at 6:00 PM.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Board Meeting adjourned at 8:39 PM. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is May 14th, 2025.
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