BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

July 22, 2020

1. Call to Order

Meeting was called to order by President TJ Ries at 7:02P.M.

2. Call the Roll

Present were Directors Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, Haughenbury, Boss, Superintendent Hoeger & Secretary Peyton.  Director R Benesch, Principal Beaty and Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven were absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Boss to approve the agenda as presented with the addition of item 7. Receive Open Enrollment Requests. Motion carried 6-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

It was moved by Boss, seconded by J Benesh to approve the following consent items: minutes of the June board meeting, bills as presented & financial statements. Motion carried 6-0.

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

There were no visitors present.

6. Receive Personnel Recommendations

It was moved by Helms, seconded by J Benesh to approve the resignation from Kate Barloon, Elementary Special Education Associate. Motion carried 6-0.

7. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

It was moved by Boss, seconded by Helms to approve 6 open enrollment requests into the district and 3 open enrollment requests out of the district. Motion carried 6-0.

8. Receive the Sanitation Bid

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by J Benesh to approve the bid from Rudd Sanitation for Sanitation Services for the 20-21 School year. Motion carried 6-0.

9. Receive Handbooks for 2020/2021 School Year

It was moved by Helms, seconded by Hoover to approve the Preschool, Elementary, Middle School and High School handbooks as presented. Motion carried 6-0.

10. Authorize Use of Legal Counsel on Behalf of District

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Hoover to approve the following list of attorneys/firms for the 2020-2021 school year:

1. Ahlers & Cooney, PC of Des Moines
2. Lynch Dallas, PC of Cedar Rapids
3. Iowa Association of School Boards
4. School Administrators of Iowa

                  Motion carried 6-0.

11. Appoint Board School Board Official for 2020-2021 School Year

It was moved by Helms, seconded by Haughenbury to approve Kerry Peyton as the School Board Official for the 2020-2021 school year. Motion carried 6-0.

12. Receive Depository Banks and Statutory Limits for the 2020-2021 School Year

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Boss to approve the following banks as official depositories and set the statutory limits for North Linn CSD: Walker State Bank, Community Savings Bank, UMB Bank, & ISJIT. Motion carried 6-0.

It was moved by Helms, seconded by Haughenbury to approve Dave Hoeger, Kerry Peyton and TJ Ries as authorized signers to the school financial accounts at Community Savings Bank in Coggon and Walker State Bank. Motion carried 6-0.

It was moved by Helms, seconded by J Benesh to approve Neil Bartholomew and James Freshwater from Eagle Ridge as an authorized signer to the cafeteria plan checking account at Walker State Bank. Motion carried 6-0.

13. Receive District Appointments

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Boss to make the following appointments for the 2020-2021 school year:

      Multi-Cultural/Gender Fair Coordinator - Scott Beaty

      Level 1 Child Abuse Investigator - Jaci Hilmer

      Affirmative Action, Section 504 - Scott Beaty

      Alternative Level 1 Child Abuse Investigator - Dave Hoeger

      Homeless Liason - Jaci Hilmer

Motion carried 6-0.

14. Receive Board Policies

It was moved by Helms, seconded by Haughenbury to waive the second reading and adopt the following policies

1. 409.2E1 Emergency Paid Sick Leave Request Form
2. 409.2E2 Expanded Family and Medical Leave Request
3. 907 District Operation During Public Emergencies

                  Motion carried 6-0.

15. Consider Information and Discussion Items

Discussion was held regarding a joint meeting with the Maquoketa Valley CSD board - consensus was that this would be a good idea, Superintendent Hoeger will schedule a joint meeting. 

An update was given regarding school registration - progress is being made on the new student information system and registration information will be sent to parents as soon as we have it.

Superintendent gave an update on the District’s Return to Learn plan

Board members were asked to rank their top 4 legislative priorities and send them to Superintendent Hoeger and he will compile the list and send to the state.

Board members expressed their congratulations to both the Softball and Baseball teams upon qualifying for the State Tournament and a question was asked about returning Middle School computers.

16. Adjourn

The time being 7:55 P.M., it was moved by Boss, seconded by Haughenbury to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0.

 

_________________________                       ________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                              TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Special Meeting 8:00 am Via Zoom

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

August 12, 2020

1. Call to Order

            President TJ Ries called the meeting to order at 8:03AM

2. Call the Roll

            Present were Directors Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, R Benesch, Haughenbury & Boss, Superintendent Hoeger                  and Secretary Peyton.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 7-0.

4. Receive Revised School Calendar 

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by Hoover to approve the updated 2020-2021 School Calendar moving the                first day of school for K-12 to August 24^th , Preschool will start August 26^th and August 27^th. Motion carried 7-0.

5. Adjourn

            The time being 8:20AM it was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Hoover to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried              7-0.

 

                         ____________________________                            _____________________________

                          Kerry Peyton, Secretary                                              TJ Ries, Board President

           

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

August 19, 2020

1. Call to Order

            The meeting was called to order by President TJ Ries at 7:00 P.M.

2. Call the Roll

Present were Directors, Boss, Haughenbury, R Benesch, J Benesch, Hoover, Superintendent Hoeger, Secretary Peyton, Principal Beaty and Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven.  Director Helms was absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the agenda as presented.  Motion carried 6-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by R Benesch to approve the following consent items: minutes of the July Board Meeting, bills as presented and financial statements.  Motion carried 6-0.

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors present.

6. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven gave an update on Preschool numbers, Summer School, the new math curriculum, Professional Development plans for the upcoming school year, COVID plans for the elementary building and teacher in-service days.

Principal Beaty gave an update on the summer buildings & grounds projects, internet service at the school, contacts made with virtual learners in MS & HS, and zoom meeting with MS & HS staff regarding virtual learning.

7. Receive Personnel Recommendations

It was moved by Boss, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the resignation of Stephanie Funke, Spanish Teacher, pending a suitable replacement.  Motion carried 6-0.

8. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Hoover to approve 3 Open Enrollment Requests into the District and 10 Open Enrollment Requests out of the District and to deny 1 Open Enrollment Request into the District.  Motion carried 6-0.

9. Receive City Laundry Contract

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Hoover to approve the contract with City Laundry for the 2020-2021 school year. Motion carried 6-0.

10. Consider Information and Discussion Items

Superintendent Hoeger gave an update on the District’s Return to Learn plan and discussion was held regarding how the internet outage will affect the start of school.  An update was also given on the theft claim with EMC Insurance.

11. Adjourn

The time being 7:45PM it was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Hoover to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0.

 

 

 

 

_____________________________              _____________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                       TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

September 16, 2020

1. Call to Order

            President TJ Ries called the meeting to order at 7:02PM

2. Call the Roll

Present were Directors Boss, Haughenbury, J Benesh, Helms, Superintendent Hoeger, Secretary Peyton, and Principal Beaty.  Director R Benesch and Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven were absent.  Director Hoover arrived at 7:19 PM.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

It was moved by Boss, seconded by J Benesh to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 5-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Helms to approve the following consent items: Minutes of the August board meeting, bills as presented and financial statements.  Motion carried 5-0.

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors present.

6. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

Principal Beaty gave an update on the water bottle filling stations, internet issues, virtual learning and lunch schedules.  He praised students and staff for their efforts wearing masks all day.

7. Receive Personnel Recommendations

It was moved my Boss, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the resignation of Amy Kaut, Special Education Associate and hiring Tracey Tuttle, Associate and Allison Huenefeld-Wessels, Special Education Associate.  Motion carried 6-0.

8. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

It was moved by Helms, seconded by J Benesh to approve 8 Open Enrollment requests out of the district. Motion carried 6-0.

9. Receive District Level 1 Investigators

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Helms to approve Kim Graven and Dave Hoeger as the District’s Level I Investigators for the 2020-2021 school year. Motion carried 6-0.

10. Receive Special Education Modified Allowable Growth

It was moved by Boss, seconded by Haughenbury to approve $95,930.74 in Special Education Modified Allowable Growth for the 2019-2020 school year. Motion carried 6-0.

11. Receive ESSER Fund transfer from General Fund to Nutrition

It was moved by Hoover, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the transfer of $11,662.16 of ESSER funds from the General Fund to the Nutrition Fund.  Motion carried 6-0.

12. Consider Information and Discussion Items

Long-Term Substitute - discussion was held regarding the duties of the person serving as a long term sub for the district.

IASB Convention – discussion was held regarding the virtual conference and how it could be used as a meeting material for the joint session with the Maquoketa Valley school board.  Superintendent Hoeger will review the session topics and coordinate a time in November for the boards to meet.

13. Adjourn

The time being 7:33PM it was moved by Helms, seconded by J Benesh to adjourn the meeting.  Motion carried 6-0.

 

_____________________________              ___________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                       TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 5:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

October 21, 2020

1. Call to Order

            President TJ Ries called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.

2. Call the Roll

Present were Directors Boss, Haughenbury, R Benesch, J Benesch, Superintendent Hoeger, Secretary Peyton and HS/MS Principal Beaty. Directors Hoover and Helms and Elementary Principal/Directory of School Improvement Graven were absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by R Benesch to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 5-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Boss to approve the following consent items: Minutes of the September board meeting, bills as presented and financial statements. Motion carried 5-0.

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors.

6. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

MS/HS Principal Beaty gave an update on the water filling stations, internet issues, the search for a Spanish teacher and COVID cases. 

7. Receive Personnel Recommendations

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the hiring of Brendan Schott as Student Council Sponsor and Chad Spore Head Softball Coach. Motion carried 5-0.                        

8. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to approve 6 Open Enrollment requests into the district and 7 Open Enrollment requests out of the district. Motion carried 5-0.

9. Receive Contract with Grant Wood

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Boss to approve the contract with Grant Wood for Infinite Campus software support services. Motion carried 5-0.

10. Receive Contract with Timberline Billing

It was moved by Boss, seconded by J Benesh to approve the contract with Timberline Billing Services, LLC for Medicaid reimbursement billing.  Motion carried 5-0

11. Receive School Board Policy 400 Series Update

It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to waive the second reading and approve the 400 Policy series. Motion carried 5-0.

12. Receive FBLA Fundraiser Request

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by J Benesh to approve the cookie dough fundraiser request from FBLA. Motion carried 5-0.

13. Consider Information and Discussion Items
    
    • Certified Enrollment – Superintendent Hoeger gave an update on our enrollment that was certified on October 15^th.  The district is down 18.8 students.  He discussed a number of factors that are affecting our enrollment this year and the need for the district to focus on enrollment and different ways to help tell the story of the great things that happen in our district and communities.
    • IASB Budget Information – Superintendent Hoeger presented documents that he and Secretary Peyton received after a meeting with IASB about our current financial status. He discussed our current Unspent Authorized Budget and Solvency Ratio as how those balances will be affected by our declining enrollment.
    • School Improvement Needs Analysis – Superintendent Hoeger asked for the boards input regarding engaging IASB to do a Needs Analysis in the district. The goal would be to gain better understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the district as seen by the Students, Staff and Parents.  The board encouraged Mr. Hoeger to move forward with the survey.
    • Superintendent Goals – Superintendent shared his goals with the board for the 2020-2021 school year. His intention is to share an update on the progress in early 2021 and give a final report to coincide with his annual evaluation in June.
    • Secretary Peyton shared thank you cards received from Kelly Avis and Sue Russ.

14. Adjourn

The time being 5:38 PM it was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

 

___________________________                              __________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                   TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Organizational & Regular Meeting 7:00 PM

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

November 18, 2020

1. Call to Order

The Organizational Meeting was called to order at 7:00PM in the Educational Services Building by Superintendent Hoeger. Present were Directors Ries, Boss, Hoover, J Benesh, Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven, Principal Beaty and Secretary Peyton. Directors R Benesch, Haughenbury & Helms were present via Zoom.

2. Elect Board Officers for 2020-2021

Superintendent Hoeger served as President Pro-Tem and called for nominations for President of the Board. Director Jeff Boss nominated TJ Ries and Director R Benesch seconded the nomination. Nominations ceased. Roll call votes of Aye were Matt Hoover, Jenni Benesh, Jeff Boss, Ryan Benesch, Connie Helms, Bret Haughenbury & TJ Ries. There were no Nay votes. Motion carried 7-0. TJ Ries was declared Board President.

President Ries assumed control of the meeting from Superintendent Hoeger. President Ries called for nominations for Vice President. Director Ryan Benesch nominated Jeff Boss and Director Hoover seconded the nomination. Nominations ceased. Roll call votes of Aye were Matt Hoover, Jenni Benesh, Jeff Boss, Ryan Benesch, Connie Helms, Bret Haughenbury & TJ Ries. There were no Nay votes. Motion carried 7-0. Jeff Boss was declared Board Vice President.

Secretary Peyton administered the oath of office to President Ries and Vice President Boss.

3. Call the Roll

The regular meeting of the North Linn Board of Directors was called to order at 7:10 PM in the Education Services Building. Present were Present were Directors Ries, Boss, Hoover, J Benesh, and Directors R Benesch, Haughenbury & Helms via Zoom, Superintendent Hoeger, Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven, Principal Beaty and Secretary Peyton.

4. Approve Meeting Agenda

It was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to approve the meeting agenda as presented.  Motion carried 7-0

5. Approve Consent Items

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Boss to approve the following consent items: Minutes of the October board meeting, bills as presented and financial statements.  Motion carried 7-0

6. Receive Monthly Board Meeting Date and Time for 2020-2021 Meetings

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Hoover to hold all regular board meetings on the 3^rd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm in the Education Services Building with the exception of the April 2021 meeting which will be held on Tuesday, April 13^th at 7:00 pm. Motion carried 7-0

7. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

There were no visitors

8. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

          Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven gave an update on the recent Professional                        Development day that was held via Zoom and the Fall MAP and FAST assessment scores, and talked about the            planning for virtual learning taking place in the Elementary in the event the school would be shut down again.

          Principal Beaty provided an update on the installation of the water bottle filling stations and internet issues and                the search for a HS Spanish teacher.

9. Receive Personnel Recommendations

It was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to approve the hire of Noah Tiegs for High School Spanish pending Iowa licensure. Motion carried 7-0

10. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

There were no open enrollment requests

11. Receive National Honor Society Fundraiser Request

It was moved by Hoover, seconded by J Benesh to approve the National Honor Society request to sell hot chocolate before school to raise money to purchase tables for the courtyard. Motion carried 7-0

12. Receive SBRC Application for Open Enrollment Out.

It was moved by Boss, seconded by J Benesh to approve filing the SBRC application for open enrollment out for $187,136. Motion carried 7-0

13. Receive Mr. Hoeger’s Evaluation Document

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Hoover to approve the evaluation document for Superintendent Hoeger. Motion carried 7-0.

14. Receive School Calendar Public Hearing

It was moved by Boss, seconded by J Benesh to open the Public Hearing to Receive the 2020-2021 School Calendar at 7:32 PM. Motion carried 7-0.

Superintendent Hoeger proposed dismissing school at 12:15PM each Wednesday starting December 2, 2020 for the remainder of the school year to allow teachers the time to connect with students learning virtually and additional planning time for their classrooms. Teacher learning days would move from Monday to Wednesday and the Preschool classes that meet on Monday/Wednesday will now meet Monday/Friday. This will not add any additional school days to the current calendar.

The time being 7:41 PM it was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried 7-0.

15. Receive School Calendar Revision

It was moved by Hoover, seconded by Boss to approve the 2020-2021 Calendar changes as presented. Motion carried 7-0.

16. Consider Information and Discussion Items

• Governor Reynolds press conference – Superintendent Hoeger gave an update on the Proclamation from the Governor that was released this week.
• Buchanan County Conference Board – Matt Hoover was selected as the representative for the Buchanan County Conference Board.
• Iowa BIG – Principal Beaty gave the Board information about the Iowa BIG program, there is conversation with local districts about trying to get this program going in our area, the Board supported the idea and Mr. Beaty will report back as planning progresses.
• Secretary Peyton gave an update on the status of the current General Obligation and Sales Tax Bonds that are scheduled to be paid off or refinanced in the coming year or two. The Board supported investigating the refinance of the 2015 Sales Tax Bonds.

17. Adjourn

The time being 8:17PM it was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0.

 

__________________________                                ________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                   Tj Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

December 16, 2020

1. Call to Order

            Vice President, Jeff Boss, called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM.

2. Call the Roll

Present were Directors Hoover and Haughenbury and Director Helms via Zoom, Superintendent Hoeger, Principal Beaty, Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven and Secretary Peyton. Directors J Benesh, R Benesch and Ries were absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

It was moved by Hoover, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 4-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

It was moved by Hoover, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the following consent items: Minutes of the November board meeting, bills as presented and financial statements. Motion carried 4-0.

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors

6. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

Principal Beaty gave an update on the new banners being installed in front of the building and provided information on our current COVID cases.

Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven provided information from the recent Leadership meetings and plans for upcoming curriculum training.

Superintendent Hoeger gave an update on the Activities restrictions and will provide more information after Tri-Rivers Conference meetings this week.

7. Receive Personnel Recommendations

            There were no personnel recommendations.

8. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

            There were no open enrollment requests

9. Receive the School Board Policy Revisions for the 300 Series

It was moved by Hoover, seconded by Haughenbury to waive the second reading of the 300 Series Policies and approve these policies with this reading. Motion carried 4-0.

10. Receive Engagement Letter with Piper Sandler (Placement Agent)

It was moved by Helms, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the engagement letter with Piper Sandler

11. Receive Engagement Letter with Ahlers & Cooney (Bond Counsel)

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Hoover to approve the engagement letter with Ahlers & Cooney. Motion carried 4-0.

12. Resolution Fixing Date for a Hearing on the Proposed Issuance of Approximately       $3,700,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds

It was moved by Helms to adopt the following Resolution fixing the date for a public hearing on the proposed issuance of approximately $3,700,000 school infrastructure sales, services and use tax revenue Refunding Bonds. Director Hoover seconded the motion.  Roll Call Vote; Ayes: Hoover, Helms, Haughenbury, Boss; Nays: None. Vice President Boss declared the resolution adopted as follows:

WHEREAS, the School District receives revenue from the State of Iowa Secure an Advanced Vision for Education Fund ("SAVE Revenue") pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.2; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 423F and an election duly held in accordance therewith on September 8, 2009 approving a revenue purpose statement (the "Revenue Purpose Statement"), the Board of Directors is currently entitled to spend SAVE Revenue for school infrastructure purposes; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Directors is in need of funds for the following school infrastructure project: to currently refund the outstanding School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, dated August 20, 2015, including costs of issuance and a debt service reserve fund if required by the purchaser; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has deemed it necessary and advisable that the District issue School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, which may be issued in one or more series over multiple fiscal years pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.2 and 423E.5, in the approximate amount of $3,700,000 for the purpose of providing funds to currently refund the outstanding School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, dated August 20, 2015, including costs of issuance and a debt service reserve fund if required by the purchaser.  Any bond proceeds remaining after completion of this project will be used for other school infrastructure projects as authorized by the School District's Revenue Purpose Statement; and

WHEREAS, before said Bonds may be issued, it is necessary to comply with the provisions of Iowa Code Section 423F.4, and to publish a notice of the time and place of the public hearing on the proposal to issue such Bonds; and

WHEREAS, notice of the time and place of a public hearing must be published not less than ten nor more than twenty days before the public hearing in a newspaper having general circulation in the District:

NOW, THEREFORE, it is resolved:

1.                  A public hearing will be held in the District Office, 3033 Lynx Drive, Troy Mills, Iowa, on January 20, 2021, at 7:00 P.M., on the proposal to issue approximately $3,700,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, which may be issued in one or more series over multiple fiscal years pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.2 and 423E.5, for the purpose of providing funds to currently refund the outstanding School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, dated August 20, 2015, including costs of issuance and a debt service reserve fund if required by the purchaser.  Any bond proceeds remaining after completion of this project will be used for other school infrastructure projects as authorized by the School District's Revenue Purpose Statement.

2.                  The Secretary is authorized and directed to publish notice of this public hearing in a newspaper having general circulation in the School District.  Such publication will be made not less than ten nor more than twenty days ahead of the hearing date, and be in substantially the following form:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF APPROXIMATELY $3,700,000 SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE SALES, SERVICES AND USE TAX REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors of the North-Linn Community School District, in the Counties of Benton, Buchanan, Delaware and Linn, State of Iowa, will hold a public hearing upon its proposed issuance of approximately $3,700,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, which may be issued in one or more series over multiple fiscal years, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.2 and 423E.5, for the purpose of providing funds to currently refund the outstanding School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, dated August 20, 2015, including costs of issuance and a debt service reserve fund if required by the purchaser.  Any bond proceeds remaining after completion of this project will be used for other school infrastructure projects as authorized by the School District's Revenue Purpose Statement.

The hearing will be held in the District Office, 3033 Lynx Drive, Troy Mills, Iowa, on January 20, 2021, at 7:00 P.M.

PASSED AND APPROVED this 16th day of December, 2020.

13. Receive the At-Risk - Dropout Prevention Application

It was moved by Helms, seconded by Hoover to approve the SBRC Modified Allowable Growth for Dropout Prevention for 2021-2022 in the amount of $95,321.00. Motion carried 4-0.

14. Consider Information and Discussion Items
    
    1. Early Graduation Requests – early graduation requests were reviewed.
    2. Heating units project update – Superintendent gave an update on the process for evaluating the heating units
    3. North Linn Needs Assessment Survey – Superintendent Hoeger presented the results of the Needs Assessment Survey and highlighted a few areas he will investigate further.
    4. Delaware County Conference Board – Ryan Benesch was appointed to the Delaware County Conference Board

15. Adjourn

The time being 7:51 PM it was moved by Hoover, seconded by Haughenbury to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 4-0.

 

__________________________                    __________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                       Jeff Boss, Vice President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

January 20, 2021

1. Call to Order

            President TJ Ries called the regular meeting to order at 7:00PM

2. Call the Roll

            Present were Directors, Hoover, R Benesch, Haughenbury & Boss, Superintendent Hoeger, Principal Beaty,      Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven and Secretary Peyton. Director J Benesh was present via Zoom. Director Helms was absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the agenda as amended adding 14.b Set meeting date and time for Bond proposal review. Motion carried 6-0.

4. Hold Hearing on the Proposed Issuance of Approximately $3,700,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds

            At 7:01PM President Ries announced that this is the time place and date to hold a hearing on the Proposed Issuance of Approximately $3,700,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds. There was no one present from the public. At 7:05PM President TJ Ries declared the hearing closed. Director Haughenbury introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption. Director Boss seconded the motion to adopt. The roll was called and the vote was: Ayes: Hoover, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss, J Benesh, Ries; Nays: none. President TJ Ries declared the Resolution adopted as follows:

RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF APPROXIMATELY $3,700,000 SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE SALES, SERVICES AND USE TAX REVENUE REFUNDING bondS

WHEREAS, the School District receives revenue from the State of Iowa Secure and Advanced Vision for Education Fund ("SAVE Revenue") pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.2; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 423F and an election duly held in accordance therewith on September 8, 2009 approving a revenue purpose statement (the "Revenue Purpose Statement"), the Board of Directors is currently entitled to spend SAVE Revenue for school infrastructure purposes; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Directors is in need of funds for the following school infrastructure project: to currently refund the outstanding School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, dated August 20, 2015, including costs of issuance and a debt service reserve fund if required by the purchaser; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has deemed it necessary and advisable that the District issue School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds which may be issued in one or more series over multiple fiscal years pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.2 and 423E.5, in the approximate amount of $3,700,000 for the purpose of providing funds to currently refund the outstanding School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, dated August 20, 2015. including costs of issuance and a debt service reserve fund if require by the purchaser.  Any bond proceeds remaining after completion of this project will be used for other school infrastructure projects as authorized by the School District's Revenue Purpose Statement; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has complied with the provisions of Iowa Code Section 423F.4 by providing notice and holding a public hearing on the proposal to issue such Bonds:

NOW, THEREFORE, it is resolved:

1. The Board of Directors supports the proposal to issue approximately $3,700,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, which may be issued in one or more series over multiple fiscal years pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.2 and 423E.5, for the purpose of providing funds to currently refund the outstanding School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, dated August 20, 2015, including costs of issuance and a debt service reserve fund if required by the purchaser.  Any bond proceeds remaining after completion of this project will be used for other school infrastructure projects as authorized by the School District's Revenue Purpose Statement.

2. Eligible electors of the school district have the right to file with the Board Secretary a petition pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.4(2)(b), on or before close of business on February 3, 2021, for an election on the proposed bond issuance.  The petition must be signed by eligible electors equal in number to not less than one hundred or thirty percent of those voting at the last preceding election of school officials under Iowa Code Section 277.1, whichever is greater.

3. In the event a petition containing the required number of valid signatures is filed with the Secretary of the Board on or before close of business on February 3, 2021, the President shall call a meeting of the Board to consider withdrawing the proposed Bond issuance, or directing that the question of the proposed Bond issuance be submitted to the qualified electors of the School District.

If the Board determines to submit the question to the electors, the proposition to be submitted shall be as follows:

Shall the Board of Directors of the North-Linn Community School District in the Counties of Benton, Buchanan, Delaware and Linn, State of Iowa, be authorized to issue approximately $3,700,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, which may be issued in one or more series over multiple fiscal years pursuant to Iowa Code Section 423F.2 and 423E.5, in the approximate amount of $3,700,000 for the purpose of providing funds to currently refund the outstanding School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, dated August 20, 2015, including costs of issuance and a debt service reserve fund if required by the purchaser; with any bond proceeds remaining after completion of this project used for other school infrastructure projects as authorized by the School District's Revenue Purpose Statement?

PASSED AND APPROVED this 20th day of January, 2021.

 

5. Approve Consent Items

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Boss to approve the following consent items: Minutes of the December board meeting, bills as presented and financial statements. Motion carried 6-0.

6. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors.

7. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

            Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven gave an update on the plans for teacher leadership meetings at the end of January and the new Chapter 103 training that will need to be completed by staff.

            Principal Beaty gave an update on Covid absences and feedback on how well the new Spanish teacher is doing so far this semester.

8. Receive Personnel Recommendations

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to approve the contract for Hannah Bridgewater, Middle School Softball Coach. Motion carried 6-0.

9. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

            It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by R Benesch to approve 2 Open Enrollment requests out of the district. Motion carried 6-0.

10. Receive School Board Policies 503.6 Series Updates

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to waive the 2^nd reading and approve the updated Board Policy 503.6 Series. Motion carried 6-0.

11. Receive Scholarship Fund transfers from CD’s

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to transfer $200 from the Betenbender Scholarship CD to the Activity Checking Account and $300 from the McKinley Scholarship CD to the Activity Checking account for scholarship payments made in January 2021 and transfer $13,600 from the Activity Checking account to the Carl Arnold Scholarship CD. Motion carried 6-0.

12. Receive Quarantine Guidelines

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Haughenbury to have the North Linn Community School District follow the Iowa Department of Public Health Guidelines regarding COVID-19 Quarantine practice instead of following Linn County Public Health. Motion carried 6-0.         

13. Extension to the Emergency Leave Board Policies

            It was moved by Hoover, seconded by Haughenbury to waive the 2^nd reading of the 409.2 E1 and 409.2 E2 policies and approve the policies at this meeting. Motion carried 6-0.

14. Consider Information and Discussion Items

    1. Linn County Conference Board - Connie Helms was appointed to serve as the representative for the Linn County Conference Board

    2. Set Meeting date and time for Bond proposal review – meeting will be held 3/30/21 at 2:30 PM.

15. Adjourn

            The time being 7:44 PM it was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to adjourn the meeting.

 

__________________________                                ____________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                   TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

February 17, 2021

1. Call to Order

            President TJ Ries called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM

2. Call the Roll

            Present were Directors Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, R Benesch, Haughenbury & Boss. Superintendent Hoeger, Principal Beaty & Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven. Secretary Peyton was present via Zoom.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Boss to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 7-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

            It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by R Benesch to approve the following consent items: Minutes of the January Board Meeting, bills as presented and financial statements. Motion carried 7-0

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors

6. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

            Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven gave an update on the leadership meetings that happened this week – the group is evaluating the intervention structure and how best to articulate this process with parents. The newsletter was well received, it was sent to everyone with an email address in Infinite Campus – in the future community members will be able to subscribe to the newsletter as well. FAST & MAP test scores were shared; overall pleased with the progress given the loss of learning that has happened with the pandemic – the Data Team & teachers are already identifying specific areas that need attention and addressing those concerns.

Principal Beaty shared that there is a meeting next week with the AEA addressing secondary strategies. Secondary staff have been working on adjustments for credit recovery and catching issues earlier – we will be attending the meeting to help further this initiative.

7. Receive Personnel Recommendations

            There were no personnel recommendations at this time.

8. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to approve one open enrollment request into the district for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 7-0.

9. Receive Sharing Agreements

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by J Benesh to approve sharing the following positions with Maquoketa Valley: Superintendent, Business Manager & Transportation Director. Motion carried 7-0.

10. Receive North Linn Course Description Booklet

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to approve the Course Description Booklet as presented. Motion carried 7-0.

11. Receive Iowa Big Contract with the Alburnett CSD

            Superintendent Hoeger gave a brief explanation of what the Iowa BIG program is and how it would benefit our students. Alburnett is able to host the program and we will have an opportunity to enroll students that are interested. It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Helms to approve the contract with Alburnett CSD for the Iowa BIG program for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 7-0.

12. Receive Honor Society Fundraiser Request

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the fundraiser request by the National Honor Society to sell chocolate bars to raise funds to purchase seating for the courtyard. Motion carried 7-0

13. Call for Bus Bids

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by Boss to call for bus bids. Motion carried 7-0.

14. Consider Information and Discussion Items
    
    1. Joint School Board Meeting with Maquoketa Valley on March 1 at 6:30PM planned discussion regarding what kind of information the school board would like to receive from Administration about what goes on in the classroom.
    2. April Board Meeting is April 13 at 7:00 PM – reminder the meeting is moved earlier in the month to allow us time to submit the budget.
    3. Bond Review Meeting is March 30 at 2:30 – this will be a short meeting by Zoom with Piper Sandler to review the sales tax bond refinance proposals we receive.
    4. SiteLogIQ update – Superintendent Hoeger gave an update on the assessment SiteLogIQ is performing on campus – they have requested a small group meeting mid March to go over the findings before a formal presentation the 3^rd week of March.
    5. Budget Workshop Update – Secretary Peyton gave an update on the FY22 Budget and discussion was held regarding the final amount to surplus levy for the 2011 General Obligation bonds.

15. Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) – Evaluation of Employee Not Covered By a Collective Bargaining Agreement

The time being 7:45PM it was moved by Helms, seconded by Boss to enter into closed session pursuant to Iowa Code chapter 21.5(1)(1) To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session. Roll call vote: Ayes – Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss, Ries, Nays - none. Motion carried.

The time being 8:08 PM the Board entered into open session.

16. Adjourn

            The time being 8:09PM it was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0.

17. Motion to move into Exempt Session to discuss negotiating strategies pursuant to 20.17(3).

            As provided in Iowa Code 20.17(3) the Board of Directors will meet for a collective bargaining strategy session.

 

______________________________                        ______________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                   TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

March 17, 2021

1. Call to Order

            President TJ Ries called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM

2. Call the Roll

            Present were Directors Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, R Benesch, Haughenbury & Boss. Superintendent Hoeger,                Secretary Peyton, Principal Beaty & Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven. Also present              were Phil Corkery & Joe Beuter.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the agenda as amended adding item 21. Receive FFA Travel Request. Motion carried 7-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

            Secretary Peyton gave an update on the financial reports, investments, online payments and health insurance enrollment. It was moved by Helms, seconded by J Benesh to approve the consent items. Motion carried 7-0.

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors.

6. Receive Presentation - Mr. Corkery

            Mr. Corkery and Junior, Joe Beuter, presented a number of projects that students in Manufacturing, Welding, Automation & Robotics and Construction Technology complete throughout the year. They showcased the work that is done on various machines and in computer programs in the classroom. The board thanked them for a very educational presentation of real life projects the students are working on!

Mr. Corkery and Joe Beuter left the meeting at 7:16 PM.

7. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

            Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven gave an update on what Leadership Teams are                working on, Preschool enrollment numbers, ISASP Testing, and current COVID protocols.

            Principal Beaty gave an update on the basketball hoop replacement in the HS gym, student teachers currently                in the district, upcoming water testing, Canvas and interest in the Iowa Big program.

8. Resolution Authorizing the Redemption of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2011, Dated June 1, 2011, and Levying a Tax for Fiscal Year 2021-22 for the Redemption of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2011, Dated June 1, 2011

It was moved by Helms, seconded by Boss to approve the authorizing the redemption of General Obligation School bonds, series 2011 dated June 1, 2011, and levying a tax for fiscal year 2021-22 for the redemption of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2011. Roll call vote: Ayes; Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss, Ries. Nay; none.

9. Receive Budget Estimate for 2021/2022 School Year and Set Budget Hearing Date & Time

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by Haughenbury to publish the FY22 budget as presented and set the FY22 budget hearing for April 13, 2021 at 7:00PM in the District Office located at 3033 Lynx Dr., Troy Mills, Iowa. Motion carried 7-0.

10. Adopt Budget Resolution for Budget Guarantee for FY22

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by Helms to approve the following resolution:

Resolved, that the Board of Directors of North Linn Community School District will levy property taxes for fiscal year 2021-2022 for the regular program budget adjustment as allowed under section 257.14, Code of Iowa. Roll call vote: Ayes; Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss, Ries. Nays; None.

11. Receive Final Independent Auditor’s Report

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Hoover to approve North Linn’s fiscal Year 2020 independent audit of our basic financial statement and supplementary information by Hunt & Associates. Motion carried 7-0.

12. Receive Personnel Recommendations

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by R Benesch to approve the resignation of Julie Supple, school nurse at the end of the 2020-2021 school year. Motion carried 7-0.

13. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Hoover to approve 4 open enrollment requests into the district and 5 open enrollment requests out of the district. Motion carried 7-0.

14. Receive Shared Personnel Agreement with Monticello

            It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Helms to approve the sharing agreement with Monticello CSD for the Food Service Director position for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried, 7-0.

15. Receive Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection Agreement

            It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by R Benesch to approve the Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection agreement. Motion carried 7-0.

16. Receive Cooperative Agreements from UNI & Kirkwood for Student Teachers

            It was moved by J Benesch, seconded by Helms to approve the cooperative agreements from University of Northern Iowa and Mount Mercy University for student teachers. Motion carried 7-0.

17. Receive Public Hearing for Revised School Calendar for 2020-2021

            President TJ Ries opened the public hearing for the 2020-2021 revised school calendar at 7:48 PM. Superintendent Hoeger presented the changes to the current school calendar. No public comments were received. President TJ Ries closed the public hearing at 7:51PM.

18. Receive Revised School Calendar for 2020-2021

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by Hoover to approve the revised 2020-2021 school calendar. Motion carried 7-0.

19. Receive Public Hearing for School Calendar for 2021-2022

            President TJ Ries opened the public hearing for the 2021-2022 school calendar at 7:52PM. Superintendent Hoeger presented the school calendar. No public comments were received. President TJ Ries closed the public hearing at 7:57PM.

20. Receive School Calendar for 2021-2022

            It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Hoover to approve the 2021-2022 school calendar as presented. Motion carried 7-0.

21. Receive FFA Travel Request for State Leadership Convention

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the FFA Travel request to the State Leadership Conference in Des Moines April 18-20. Motion carried 7-0.

22. Consider Information and Discussion Items
    
    1. Board Meeting March 30 at 2:30 PM – Superintendent Hoeger reminded the board of a special meeting on March 30^th at 2:30
    2. Federal Funds for Education – Superintendent Hoeger gave a brief update on Federal funds received by the district.
    3. Superintendent Hoeger presented the results of the child care survey.

Director Boss left the meeting at 8:14 PM

23. Adjourn

            The time being 8:21PM it was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Helms to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0.

______________________________                        _______________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                   TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Special Meeting 2:30 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

March 30, 2021

1. Call to Order

            President, TJ Ries, called the meeting to order at 2:30 PM

2. Call the Roll

            Present via Zoom were Directors Hoover, J Benesh, Haughenbury, Superintendent Hoeger & Secretary Peyton. Director Boss was present via phone. Also present via Zoom was Matt Gillaspie with Piper Sandler. Directors Helms & R Benesch were absent. 

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

            It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by J Benesh to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 5-0.

4. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors

5. Approximately $3,263,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021
   
   1. Consideration of Financing Proposals Opened and Reviewed by the Superintendent, Board Secretary and the Placement Agent

            Matt Gillaspie with Piper Sandler gave an overview of the bid that was received to refinance the SAVE Bond and gave information about starting the bidding process over if that option was chosen.

1. 2. Resolution Directing Sale

            It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Boss to adopt the resolution directing the sale of Approximately 3,263,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 to Hills Bank. Roll call vote: Ayes; Hoover, J Benesh, Haughenbury, Boss, Ries. Nays; None.

6. Adjourn

            The time being 2:50 PM it was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by J Benesh to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

 

_______________________________                      _____________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                   TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

April 13, 2021

1. Call to Order

            President, TJ Ries called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM.

2. Call the Roll

            Present were Directors Hoover, R Benesch & Haughenbury. Superintendent Hoeger, Secretary Peyton, Pricipal Beaty & Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven. Director Boss arrived at 7:08 PM and Director J Benesh arrived at 7:14 PM. Director Helms was absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the meeting agenda. Motion carried 4-0.

4. Hold Hearing on Proposed 2021-2022 School Budget

            President TJ Ries opened the public hearing for the Proposed 2021-2022 School Budget at 7:05 PM. Superintendent Hoeger and Secretary Peyton made comments regarding the FY22 budget. No public comments were received. President TJ Ries closed the public hearing at 7:09PM. It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Hoover to adopt the proposed budget as presented for the 2021-2022 school year. Roll call vote: Ayes; Hoover, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss, Ries. Nays; none.

5. Approve Consent Items

            Secretary Peyton gave an update on the financial reports, high school enrollment in college courses, Property/Liability insurance renewal and the ESSER III funds. It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by R Benesch to approve the consent items. Motion carried 5-0.

6. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

7. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

            Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement gave an update on how ISASP testing is going so far, Preschool & Kindergarten enrollment and plans for Summer School. Principal Beaty presented information about Parent/Teacher Conference attendance, ISASP testing for virtual students, Prom, Graduation ceremonies and Infinite Campus scheduling for the 2021-22 school year.

8. $3,241,000 School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021
   
   1. Resolution Appointing Paying Agent, Bond Registrar, and Transfer Agent, Approving the Paying Agent, Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreement and Authorizing the Execution of Same

            It was moved by Haughenbury to adopt the Resolution Appointing Paying Agent, Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent, Approving the Paying Agent, Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreement and Authorizing the Execution of Same. Roll call vote: Ayes; Hoover, J Benesh, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss Ries. Nays; none.

1. 2. Approval of Tax Exemption Certificate

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by J Benesh to approve the Tax Exemption Certificate. Roll call vote: Ayes; Hoover, J Benesh, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss Ries. Nays; none.

1. 3. Resolution Authorizing the Terms of Issuance and Providing for and Securing the Payment of School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds.

            It was move by J Benesh, seconded by R Benesch to adopt the Resolution Authorizing the Terms of Issuance and Providign for and Security the Payment of School Infrastructure Sales, Services and use Tax revenue Refunding Bonds. Roll call vote: Ayes; Hoover, J Benesh, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss Ries. Nays; none.

9. Receive Personnel Recommendations

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Boss to approve the resignation of Debbie Kinley, custodian, at the end of her current contract and hiring Jaci Hilmer, Junior Class Sponsor and Jeremy Bechen, HS Boys Assistant Track. Motion carried 6-0.

10. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Hoover to approve 3 open enrollment requests into the district. Motion carried 6-0.

11. Receive Bus Bid

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Boss to approve the purchase of an 84-passenger bus from School Bus Sales Co. in the amount of $121,336. Motion carried 6-0.

12. Receive Van Bid

            It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the purchase of a 10-passenger van from Junge Center Point in the amount of $33,181. Motion carried 6-0.

13. Receive List of Eligible Seniors for Graduation

It was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to approve the list of the 2021 seniors for graduation from North Linn Community High School as long as all graduation requirements have been met. Motion carried 6-0.

14. Receive AEA Cooperative Purchasing Program

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Hoover to approve the 2021-2022 AEA Purchsing Agreement. Motion carried 6-0.

15. Receive Iowa Association of School Boards Membership

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Boss to approve the North Linn Community Schools IASB membership for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 6-0.

16. Receive Offer to Allow North Cedar CSD to join Tri-Rivers Conference

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Hoover to allow North Cedar to join the Tri-Rivers conference starting in the 2022-2023 school year. Motion carried 6-0.

17. Approve 2021 –2022 Compensation Agreement Between North Linn Certified Staff and the North Linn Board of Directors

It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Hoover to approve the salary, benefits and issuing contracts for the 2021-2022 Certified Staff, Coaches and Sponsors as presented with a total 2.41% increase. Motion carried 5-0, Director Boss abstained.

18. Consider Information and Discussion Items
    
    1. Discuss moving the May board meeting – the May meeting will be May 18^th at 7:00PM.
    2. Discuss SiteLogic Facility Assessment Report – Superintendent Hoeger walked the board through the report provided by SiteLogic and highlighted several areas of need. SiteLogic will meet with the Board on Tuesday, May 4^th at 7:00 PM
    3. Discuss SAVE & PPEL Report – Superintendent Hoeger gave an update on planned PPEL & SAVE projects and projected balances for the next several years.

19. Consider Compensation Adjustment for Classified and Administrative Staff – Closed Session

The time being 8:10PM it was moved by Hoover, seconded by R Benesch to enter into a closed session pursuant to section 21.9 of the Iowa Code for the purpose of discussing strategy in matters relating to employment conditions of employees of the school who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Roll call vote: Ayes; Hoover, J Benesh, R Benesch, Haughenbury, Boss Ries. Nays; none. Motion carried.

The time being 8:44 PM it was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to return to open session. Motion carried 6-0.

20. Receive Compensation Recommendations for Classified and Administrative Staff

It was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to approve the following salary adjustments as presented:

Classified Staff: 2.57% increase

Administrative Staff: 2.42% increase

Motion carried 6-0.

21. Adjourn

            The time being 8:45 PM it was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by R Benesch to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0.

 

______________________________                        ______________________________

Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                   TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Work Session Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

Tuesday, May 4, 2021

1. Call to Order

            President TJ Ries called the work session to order at 7:00 PM.

2. Call the Roll

            Present were Directors Hoover, Helms, Haughenbury & Boss. Superintendent Hoeger, Secretary Peyton & Principal Beaty. Jake Berg, Sharon Haeg, Matt Connell & Kevin McGauley with SiteLogiQ. Director J Benesh arrived at 7:49PM and Director R Benesch was absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by Helms to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 5-0.

4. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

5. Discuss the Comprehensive Facility Assessment Study by SiteLogiQ

            Jake Berg presented information on where the district is at in the planning stages

            Sharon Haeg presented the Assessment Review of the buildings giving information about the life expectancy of our current equipment and infrastructure, indoor air quality, temperature and humidity, lighting, acoustics and utility usage.

            Jake Berg presented some long term options to provide clean air and surfaces with ionization and UV light

            Matt Connell gave information on the project selection which ranked the comprehensive analysis and provided 2 scenarios with costs and alternate options.

            Kevin McGauley presented information about funding the project and the process we would need to follow.

            Jake Berg provided a timeline for next steps and a discussion was held about bond options.

6. Adjourn

            The time being 9:11PM it was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Hoover to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Special Meeting 1:15 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

Sunday, May 16, 2021

1. Call to Order

         President, TJ Ries called the special meeting to order at 1:15 PM

2. Call the Roll

         Present were Directors Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, Haughenbury, Boss, & Superintendent Hoeger. Director R Benesch & Secretary Peyton were present via Zoom.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

         It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Hoover to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 7-0.

4. Review Mask Mandate

         Superintendent Hoeger presented the new guidance from the Iowa Department of Public Health. It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Haughenbury to approve cloth face coverings be optional and follow new Iowa Department of Public Health guidelines effective immediately. Motion carried 7-0

5. Adjourn

         The time being 1:18 PM it was moved by Helms, seconded by Hoover to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 6:30 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

1. Call to Order

President, TJ Ries, called the meeting to order at 6:32 PM.

2. Call the Roll

Present were Directors Hoover, J Benesh, Helms, R Benesch, Haughenbury & Boss, Superintendent Hoeger, Secretary Peyton & Principal Beaty. Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven was absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Hoover to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 7-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the following consent items: Minutes of previous meetings, Bills, Secretary’s financial reports, Activity Fund Report and Food Service Report. Motion carried 7-0.

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

There were no visitors

6. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

Principal Beaty made comments surrounding the graduation ceremony

Superintendent Hoeger summarized Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven’s report on end of year updates.

7. Receive Personnel Recommendations

It was moved by Helms, seconded by H Benesh to approve hiring Brea Winfield, K-12 Nurse; Richard Dunkel Substitute bus driver for the 20-21 and 21-22 school years, Kallie Minger 7^th grade softball pending license and Justin Kress Middle School English teacher and accept the following resignations: AJ Riniker, HS Assistant Wrestling and Susan Culwell, National Honor Society sponsor. Motion carried 7-0.

8. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Boss to approve one open enrollment request out of the district. Motion carried 7-0.

9. Receive Book Fees for 2021-2022

It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to approve the proposed book fee of $55 per student for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 7-0.

10. Receive Activity Pass Fees for 2021-2022

It was moved by Helms, seconded by R Benesch to approve the following proposed activity pass fees of for the 2020-2021 school year; Student 10 Punch $25, Adult 10 Punch $35, Student Yearly pass $50, Adult Yearly pass $75, Family Pass $175. Motion carried 7-0.

11. Receive Food Service Prices and Substitute Rates for 2021-2022

It was moved by Helms, seconded by R Benesch to approve the food service rates for the 20-21 school year and non-certified substitute rates for the 2021-2022 school year as follows: Associates $10.25 per hour, Food Service $10.25 per hour, Secretary $11.25 per hour, and Custodian $11.25 per hour, certified substitute rates for the 2021-2022 school year as follows: full day $130, half day $65, long term full day $150. Motion carried 7-0.

12. Receive Iowa School Finance Information Services (ISFIS) Contract

It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Hoover to approve the contract with Iowa School Finance Information Services for FY22. Motion carried 7-0.

13. Receive Vista Iowa Contract for School Business Software Access & Support

It was moved by Boss, seconded by Helms to approve the contract for School Business Software Access and Support with Vista Iowa for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 7-0.

Director Helms left the meeting at 7:03PM.

14. Review/Approve Scope of Building Project

Superintendent Hoeger reviewed with the board the current proposed building project, historical tax rate information, projected borrowing capacity and the options available that we plan to use to keep levy rates stable if we are able to do this building project, and additional construction options. The Board discussed the importance of updating the aging facilities and creating an efficient and complete scope of work.

It was moved by Boss, seconded by R Benesch to approve the detailed project scope as amended to be funded with a combination of General Obligation Bonds and PPEL/SAVE revenues. Motion carried 6-0.

15. Review/Approve SiteLogiq Agreement

The board reviewed the Professional Services Agreement from SiteLogiq and discussed the fee structure and bidding process. It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Haughenbury to approve the Professional Services Agreement with SiteLogiq. Motion carried 6-0.

16. Consider Information and Discussion Items
    
    1. Safety Equipment for Athletics – we can pay for safety equipment for athletics from the General Fund, and will use General Fund dollars if the need arises.
    2. July Board Meeting Date – the July Board meeting will be rescheduled to Tuesday, July 20^th at 7:00 PM in the District Office.
    3. Facilities Committee – a committee will need to be created to share information about the building project with the community.
17. Adjourn

The time being 8:01 PM it was moved by Boss, seconded by Hoover to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0.

18. Motion to move into Exempt Session to discuss negotiating strategies pursuant to 20.17(3).

As provided in Iowa Code 20.17(3) the Board of Directors will meet for a negotiating strategy session.

 

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                      Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                           TJ Ries, Board President

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Meeting 7:00 pm

North Linn District Office

3033 Lynx Drive

Troy Mills, Iowa

June 16, 2021

1. Call to Order

            President, TJ Ries, called the meeting to order at 7:00PM

2. Call the Roll

            Present were Directors J Benesh, Helms, Haughenbury and Boss. Superintendent Hoeger, Principal Beaty, Elementary               Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven and Secretary Peyton. Directors Hoover & R Benesch were absent.

3. Approve Meeting Agenda

            It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Boss to approve the agenda a presented. Motion carried 5-0.

4. Approve Consent Items

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by J Benesh, to approve the following consent items: Minutes of previous meetings, Bills, Secretary’s financial reports, Activity Fund Report and Food Service Report. Motion carried 5-0.

5. Receive Visitors / Public Forum

            There were no visitors.

6. Receive Principal and Coordinator Reports

            Elementary Principal/Director of School Improvement Graven provided an update on the spring test scores, we will be using the FAST test for both reading and math next year. ISASP test results will be sent to parents in the fall when we have all of the reports back. Update provided on Preschool and Kindergarten enrollment numbers, MTSS training, Preschool PBIS program and Leader in Me training for next school year.

Principal Beaty gave an update on the SIAC meeting that was held on June 2^nd with staff, students and community members, Infinite Campus upgrade progress, MTSS training and gave information about the new smartboards that will be installed in all classrooms this summer.

7. Receive Personnel Recommendations

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by Boss to accept the following resignations: Sarah Waldorf, Special Education Teacher; Scott Beaty, MS/HS Principal 6/30/2022; Sally Hemphill, Food Service Associate; Kate Rawson, Special Education Associate and Amanda Dougherty, Special Education Associate and approve the following new hires: Krystle Bosch-Allison, Special Education Teacher and Tim Burrow, Custodian. Motion carried 5-0.

8. Receive Open Enrollment Requests

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by Haughenbury to approve one open enrollment request into the district and one open enrollment request out of the district. Motion carried 5-0.

9. Receive Band & Choir Fundraiser Request

            It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Helms to approve the band & choir butter braid fundraiser. Motion carried 5-0.

10. Resolution Approving Revenue Purpose Statement, Ordering an Election on the Issuance of $11,500,000 General Obligation School Bonds and on a Revenue Purpose Statement to Authorize Expenditures From Revenue Received From the State Secure an Advanced Vision for Education Fund, and Ordering the Publication of a Notice of Election

The board reviewed the petition, signatures, resolution and revenue purpose statement. It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Boss to adopt the Resolution Approving Revenue Purpose Statement, Ordering an Election on the Issuance of $11,500,000 General Obligation School Bonds and on a Revenue Purpose Statement to Authorize Expenditures From Revenue Received From the State Secure an Advanced Vision for Education Fund, and Ordering the Publication of a Notice of Election. Roll call vote: Ayes; J Benesh, Helms, Haughenbury, Boss, Ries, Nays; none. Motion carried 5-0.

11. Receive 2021-2022 Life Connections School Based Mental Health Service Contract

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by Helms to approve the Life Connections contract as presented for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

12. Receive Grant Wood AEA Managed Service Agreement

            It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Helms to approve the Managed Service Agreement as presented for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

13. Receive EMC Insurance Renewal Policy and Rates

            It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Boss to approve the insurance policy renewal and rates as presented. Motion carried 5-0.

14. Receive City Laundry Contract

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by Boss to approve the City Laundry contract for laundry services as presented for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

15. Receive HACAP Head Start Contract

            It was moved by Haughenbury, seconded by Helms to approve the Head Start contract with HACAP as presented for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

16. Receive LP Gas Bids

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by J Benesh to reject the bid received for LP and request new bids to review at the July board meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

17. Receive Milk Bids

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by Boss to approve the bid received from Anderson Erickson for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

18. Receive Waste Removal Bid

            It was moved by Boss, seconded by J Benesh to approve the bid received from Rudd Sanitation for waste removal service for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

19. Approve Payment of Bills Through June 30^th

            It was moved by Helms, seconded by Boss to authorize Business Manager, Kerry Peyton, to pay bills as necessary through June 30^th. Motion carried 5-0.

20. Consider Information and Discussion Items
    
    1. Site Logic Update – Superintendent Hoeger gave an update on the work being done by Site Logic on the preliminary drawings and communication materials for the public.
    2. IASB Legislative Platform – Superintendent reviewed the list of legislative priorities from IASB, consensus was to submit Preschool Funding, Mental Health programs, AEA Funding, Teacher Recruitment, Budget Guarantee and Local Accountability as the districts’ top priorities.

21. Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) - Evaluation of Employee Not Covered By Collective Bargaining Agreement

            The time being 8:03 PM it was moved by Helms, seconded by J Benesch to enter into closed session pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5 (1)(i) to evaluate an employee not covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Roll call vote – Ayes: J Benesch, Helms, Haughenbury, Boss, Ries; Nays: None.

            The time being 8:17PM it was moved by Helms, seconded by Haughenbury to return to open session. Roll call vote – Ayes: J Benesch, Helms, Haughenbury, Boss, Ries; Nays: None.

22. Adjourn

            The time being 8:18 PM it was moved by JBenesh, seconded by Boss to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

 

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Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary                                   TJ Ries, Board President