April 11, 2022
North Mahaska Board of Education met in regular session on April 11, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the high school library in New Sharon, Iowa. Those members present: Dirk Wilkin, Keith Foster, Todd Vanderwilt, and Brett Morris. Also present: Angela Livezey, Amber Goemaat, Tim Veiseth, Polly Ehret, Sherrill Strobel, Stacie Johannes, Julie Knoot, and Sarah McGriff.
PUBLIC HEARING FOR PUBLISHED FY23 BUDGET
Dirk Wilkin called the Public Hearing to order at 6:00 p.m. No public comment was made. Public hearing was closed at 6:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING FOR PUBLISHED 2022-2023 SCHOOL CALENDAR
Dirk Wilkin called the Public Hearing to order at 6:00 p.m No public comment was made. Public hearing was closed at 6:00 p.m.
Dirk Wilkin called the regular meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
A motion was made by Vanderwilt and seconded by Morris to approve the agenda, removing item H. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Foster and seconded by Morris to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS
PUBLIC FORUM
Sherrill Strobel asked about MAP testing and if more students had tested.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
No written communication at this time.
UPDATE ON CONSTRUCTION-DCI GROUP
Trent Kain provided a construction update via phone. He noted that the cooling system is still on hold until temperatures are consistently in the 60s or higher so that it can be tested and commissioned. Exterior fitness signage and miscellaneous interior signs will be completed in the next week. Mr. Kain met with Mrs. Livezey and the head custodian last week to complete smaller issues on the punch list. This included a roof leak in the FFA room, which was located by the roofers and addressed. Additionally, the flooring in the preschool room and nurse’s office was to be resolved over this coming long weekend, but it is a bigger issue than expected and all of the flooring will need to be removed and replaced over summer break instead.
ANNUAL UPDATE FROM SCHOOL NURSE
Nurse Julie Knoot provided her annual update regarding her duties and the wellness committee.
OLD BUSINESS
DISCUSS NEXT STEPS FOR ROOF
Mrs. Livezey explained that Neumann Monson and a roofing representative were here on Friday to review the current roof in order to prepare for the application of the new roofing material. The board will move forward with obtaining bids for a Tritoflex roof and price the product at different warranty levels.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF SEALED BIDS OPENED AND REVIEWED BY THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS, SECRETARY OF THE BOARD, AND THE FINANCIAL ADVISOR
RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE SALE
This is the time and place for the sale of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2022. The bids were previously received and opened by the Superintendent of Schools, Secretary of the Board, and the Financial Advisor at a meeting held via phone conference at 10:00 A.M. on this date. The following bid was determined by the Superintendent, Secretary of the Board, and Financial Advisor as the best bid received.
Director Morris introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption. Director Foster seconded the motion to adopt. The roll was called, and the vote was:
AYES: Vanderwilt, Morris, Wilkin, Foster
NAYS: None
The President declared the Resolution adopted.
RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE SALE OF $2,800,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL BONDS, SERIES 2022
WHEREAS, pursuant to notice as required by law, bids have been received at public sale for the Bonds and evaluated; and the best bid was determined:
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE NORTH MAHASKA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT:
Section 1. That the bid for the Bonds was determined by the Superintendent of Schools, Secretary of the Board, and the Financial Advisor to be the best and most favorable bid received. Bonds are awarded, based on the following bid:
Bidder: Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc. of Milwaukee, WI
Purchase Price: $2,858,402.45
Net Interest Cost: $882,997.55
True Interest Cost: 2.950007%
Section 2. That the form of contract for the sale of the Bonds is approved and the President and Secretary are authorized and directed to execute the contract for sale of the Bonds on behalf of the School District.
Section 3. That all acts of the Superintendent of Schools, Secretary of the Board, and Financial Advisor done in furtherance of the sale of the Bonds are ratified and approved.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 11th day of April, 2022.
Dirk Wilkin
President of the Board of Directors
ATTEST: Sarah McGriff
Secretary of the Board of Directors
APPROVE FY23 BUDGET
A motion was made by Vanderwilt and seconded by Morris to approve the FY23 budget. Motion carried.
APPROVE 2022-2023 SCHOOL CALENDAR
A motion was made by Foster and seconded by Vanderwilt to approve the 2022-2023 school calendar. Motion carried.
APPROVE 2021-2022 GRADUATING CLASS
A motion was made by Morris and seconded by Foster to approve the 2021-2022 graduating class. Motion carried.
ANNUAL REVIEW OF EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
A motion was made by Morris and seconded by Foster to approve the emergency response plan. Motion carried.
APPROVE BANK SIGNERS
A motion was made by Vanderwilt and seconded by Morris to approve Lynette Van Donselaar replacing Donna Spoelstra as a bank signer. Motion carried.
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
OMAHA ZOO TRIP
Mrs. Livezey explained that the Omaha Zoo Trip will be held on May 18. Students in grades 6, 7, and 8 will leave the school at approximately 7:15 a.m.
GRAND FRIENDS’ DAY
Grand Friends’ Day will be held April 29th from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
WALK A THON
The Walk A Thon (sponsored by NM PACT) will be held on May 19. The walk a thon is a fundraiser for elementary students. The funds are used for field trips, student activities, and to meet various student needs. During the walk a thon the students engage in fun activities such as inflatables and lunch on the lawn.
PROM
Prom is April 23. Mrs. Goemaat explained that the school will be exploring a new approval process for prom and dance dates who are coming from other school districts. This will be implemented next year.
GRADUATION
Graduation is scheduled for May 15 at 2:00 p.m.
SENIOR AWARDS
Senior Awards will take place on May 11.
SCHOLARSHIP REVIEW COMMITTEE
Mrs. Goemaat asked for two board member volunteers for the scholarship review committee. Brett Morris volunteered to help. Mrs. Goemaat will follow up with Michelle Sampson to see if she will volunteer, otherwise Dirk Wilkin will serve on the committee.
SENIOR CLASS TRIP
The Senior Class Trip is April 29-30 to Kansas City for Worlds of Fun and a Kansas City Royals game. There are 26 students attending and Ryan and Erica Groom will be chaperoning.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
360 DEGREE FEEDBACK
Mrs. Livezey shared 360 degree feedback which included the characteristics of top workplaces in order to set goals for continuous school improvement.
OPAA REPORT - MARCH 2022
The March board report from OPAA was shared with the board.
SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM
Mrs. Livezey explained that OPAA is working on the details of the summer lunch distribution and an update will be provided once the details are finalized.
HANDLE WITH CARE
Mrs. Livezey explained a new program called Handle with Care that is in operation in Mahaska County designed to help students when they experience a traumatic incident. This is being utilized in the school district.
IHCC BOARD APPRECIATION DINNER - APRIL 26, 2022
Mrs. Livezey asked if any board members intended to attend the IHCC Board Appreciation Dinner. All members regretfully declined due to scheduling conflicts.
COMMENTS
Mrs. Livezey asked which board members intend to attend graduation. All members present will be in attendance.
Mr. Wilkin noted that the OPAA report showed the district passed the health inspection with good ratings. He asked if lunch and breakfast sales are up because it is free this year. Mrs. Livezey explained that the number of students participating has increased.
Mr. Morris explained his appreciation he has gained through being on the board and the intentionality of the creation of the calendar. He expressed his thanks for the work that goes into the calendar. He also expressed his thanks to the district for the support of TeenServe this coming summer.
Mr. Foster asked that Mrs. Livezey check with Mrs. Johnson regarding the leak in her room.
Mr. Vanderwilt asked about progress regarding open positions. Mrs. Livezey mentioned that they are reaching out to colleges and resources to fill the open guidance counselor and science positions.
THANK YOU
Nurse Julie - School Nurse
Paraeducators
Bus Drivers
NM PACT for Walk A Thon and Omaha Zoo Trip
NMEF for their continued support
ADJOURN
A motion was made by Morris and seconded by Vanderwilt to adjourn the meeting at 7:29 p.m. Motion carried.
Sarah McGriff
Board Secretary
Dirk Wilkin
President
