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Minutes of the regular meeting of Community Unit School District #235 held in the Biggsville library on December 1, 2004 as reported by Sherry Richards, Clerk.
The meeting was called to order by President Lonnie Brent at 6:00 p.m. The following board members answered roll call: Allaman, aye; Anderson, aye; Arnold, aye; Bavery, aye; Brent, aye; Clifton, aye; Torrance, aye. Also present were D. Irlbeck, T. Avery, D. Buss, K. Rima, J. Nichols, J. Collie, S. Richard and several other staff and community members.
Motion by Arnold, seconded by Torrance to approve the agenda with the following addition: I(C). District #120's Farm and District Office. The vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
Motion by Clifton, seconded by Torrance to approve the minutes of the November 24, 2004 meeting. The vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
Public Comment:
Melissa Wallace of Carman spoke in support of Dean Irlbeck as Superintendent for the district.
Karen Rima provided the board with copies of the Illinois Learning Standards.
Superintendent Search Process:
Motion by Clifton, seconded by Anderson to create a Superintendent search committee, Tom Avery, Robert Clifton, Bob Scott and John Bickel, to advertise privately with the Illinois Job Bank and Universities effectively immediately. Roll call: Anderson, aye; Arnold, aye; Bavery, aye; Brent, aye; Clifton, aye; Torrance, aye; Allaman, aye. Motion carried.
Motion by Bavery, seconded by Clifton to adopt the following timeline for the Superintendent Search:
December 6 - posting of the position will be complete
December 31 - application deadlines for applicants
January 12 - committee will bring 5 names plus Mr. Irlbeck to the board
January 14 - 25 - first interviews will be done with the 6 candidates
January 26 - the board will narrow the search down to 2 candidates
January 27 - February 8 - the 2 final candidates will be interviewed for the second time
February 23 - an offer will be made no later than this date
Motion carried.
Motion by Clifton, seconded by Torrance to list the Superintendent's salary package to be not less than $110,000. Roll call: Bavery, aye; Brent, aye; Clifton, aye; Torrance, aye; Allaman, aye; Anderson, aye; Arnold, aye. Motion carried.
Tax Levy:
Motion by Brent, seconded by Arnold to hold a truth in taxation hearing on December 14 at 5:45 p.m. Motion carried.
Curriculum:
The current high school principals presented the board with a curriculum liaisons list from each district.
Social Studies - Sherill Leath and Jerud VanDyke
Math - Sarah Hall and Joe Rodeffer
English - Lara Kendell and Phil Geiser
Science - John Siebken and Judy Weyer
Technology - Barb Spreitler and Phil Geiser
Vocational - Mrs. Frakes, Mrs. Alexander, Vicky Keever and Robert Frank
Motion by Brent, seconded by Allaman to require the curriculum committee to present a final high school curriculum to the board no later than February 9, 2005. Motion carried.
BREAK
At 7:03 p.m., President Brent declared a short recess. Meeting will resume at 7:15 p.m. President Brent called the meeting back to session at 7:15 p.m.
The board directed the current Elementary Principals, Colley and Buss, to spend the state free textbook money with longevity in mind.
School name and mascot:
The board directed President Brent to work with current administration to set up the contest and deadlines to name the district and decide the mascot.
Building and Facilities:
Board members agreed to set up individual tours at each of the building sites prior to the December 14 meeting.
The farm owned by District #120 was discussed by the Board.
Extra Curricular:
Motion by Clifton, seconded by Anderson for District #235 to participate in the Lincoln Trail Conference beginning with the 2005-06 school year. Motion carried.
The board appointed Jay Blender, Southern's AD to cancel all existing contracts for both districts and begin the scheduling process for the next year with the Lincoln Trail Conference. This includes referees.
Both Union and Southern's junior highs belong to the same conference.
Junior High Status:
The conference needs to know if there will be one or two junior highs next year. The board will try to make this decision at the next meeting.
Seniority List:
The board requested the current administration to present a seniority list, number of years taught and endorsements, for the certified staff. Also, a seniority list and position held for the non-certified staff. This is to be presented at the December 14 meeting.
Communication vehicles:
Mrs. Frakes has agreed to set up a web site for District #235. More information will be forthcoming.
Closed Session:
Motion by Brent, seconded by Anderson to adjourn to closed session at 9:35 p.m. to discuss administrative positions. Roll call: Allaman, aye; Anderson, aye; Arnold, aye; Bavery, aye; Brent, aye; Clifton, aye; Torrance, aye. Motion carried.
Motion by Bavery, seconded by Arnold to return to open session at 10:30 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 p.m.