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Springfield School District 186 Board met April 23.

Here is the minutes provided by the Board:

Present: Adam Lopez, President

Julie Hammers, Board Secretary

Judith Johnson

Anthony Mares

Donna Moore

Bill Ringer

Jamie Sisti

J. Michael Zimmers

Jennifer Gill, Superintendent

Call To Order:

1.1 Roll Call

President Lopez called the meeting to order.

Approval Of Executive Session:

Mr. Mares moved to adjourn to Executive Session to consider the following matters:

2.1 The Appointment, Employment, or Dismissal of Employees – 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1)

2.2 Security Procedures – 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(8)

2.3 Student Discipline and Other Matters Concerning Individual Students – 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(9,10)

Motion seconded by Mr. Zimmers and carried by the following vote:

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

Adjournment to Executive Session:

The meeting adjourned at 5:31 p.m. and reconvened at 6:45 p.m. Upon reconvening, it was noted that seven Board members were present.

President's Report:

3.1 President's Comments

Mr. Lopez made the routine announcement that public comment on published agenda items would occur during the Public Comments portion of the meeting. He instructed those interested in addressing the Board to fill out the required Public Participation at Board Meetings Form and submit it to Ms. Hankins in the front row of the audience. Additionally, he reminded those interested in addressing the Board that comments are limited to three minutes.

Mr. Lopez saluted the organizers and participants of Springfield High School’s theatre production of Footloose. He reported that he took his family to see the production on opening night. Next, Mr. Lopez thanked the other members for the opportunity to serve as president over the course of the previous two years. He announced that he would not be seeking to serve in the position for another term.

3.2 Board Salutes

Mr. Ringer saluted the participants and organizers of the All City Music Festival on their talent and the evening’s performance. He indicated that he and his wife attended the event, which they very much enjoyed. Next, he reported that he recently took a tour of Springfield High School and Lanphier High School. He saluted the administration and staff of these schools on their commitment and dedication.

Mr. Mares saluted Mr. Lopez and Mr. Zimmers on their leadership over the course of the previous two years. He reported that he, too, attended the All City Music Festival. He saluted the participants and organizers of the event.

Ms. Johnson announced that she recently attending a recent Advance Illinois symposium. She indicated that the topic of discussion for the evening was the relationship the Rockford Public Schools have developed with the community. She encouraged administration to look into this relationship. Next, Ms. Johnson reported that she had lunch with Mrs. Sisti and Mrs. Moore in support of the Pregnancy Care Center. Lastly, Ms. Johnson asked for a moment of silence for community leaders Rudy Davenport and Gloria Hale, who both recently passed away. She provided a bit of information about Mr. Davenport’s and Ms. Hale’s individual achievements and contributions to the community and school district. A moment of silence was observed.

Ms. Sisti reported recently presenting at the Future is Female event by the Legion of Ladies at the University of Illinois Springfield. She indicated that students from the middle schools were invited to attend the event, also.

3.3 Recognition of Lanphier High School Wrestlers

The Board recognized the following Lanphier High School wrestling student athletes for their recent state competition performances: Langon Blue, 6th place - 2A 182 division, Brayan Reyes, 5th place - 2A 285 division. Coach Matt Moore introduced the boys to the Board and overviewed their season accomplishments.

3.4 Recognition of the SSHS Boys Basketball Team

The Board recognized the Southeast High School Boys Basketball Team for taking 2nd place at the 3A IHSA State Tournament. Lawrence Thomas, Head Coach, provided remarks regarding the season and team. He then introduced the following players to the Board: Terrion Murdix, Damon Davis, Kobe Medley, Deon Mathews, James Dent, Anthony Fairlee, Devin Blue-Robinson, Stepheon Sims, Jordan Jones, Michael Tyler, Robert Hayes, Abdur Muhammad, Noah Doss and Sergio Knight. Coach Turner also introduced Assistant Coaches Chuck Shanklin, Wayne Hamilton, ReChad Bradley, and Tives Gardner, as well as manager Kenny Bacon.

Discussion Items:

4.1 Old Business

There was no old business at this time.

4.2 New Business

Evidence Based State Funding

Mr. Zimmers asked that some of the new evidence based funding be directed toward interventionists and social workers at the high school level.

4.3 Student Business

There was no student business at this time. Superintendent Gill reported that Ms. Goswami and other members of the Superintendent’s Student Roundtable were nominated for the Good As Gold Youth Volunteer Award. She indicated that Ms. Goswami was attending the ceremony and as such would not be in attendance for the evening’s meeting.

Presentations To The Board:

5.1 University of Illinois Springfield's Center for State Policy and Leadership's Community Survey Results

Board members were presented with an electronic PowerPoint presentation on the University of Illinois – Springfield’s Center for State Policy and Leadership’s Community Survey results and transcripts of focus group meetings related to the survey. Copies of the presentation have been filed with the Official Minutes and are available for public viewing on the Electronic School Board.

Dr. David Racine, Director of the University of Illinois – Springfield’s Institute for Legal, Legislative and Policy Studies, provided an overview of the results of the survey. He indicated that in addition to conducting focus group meetings, 5000 registered voter households within Springfield were randomly sampled with 369 (7.4%) responding. He then provided demographic information about the respondents and information regarding the how and why behind the development of the questions.

Next, Dr. Racine provided data from the responses. The data covered the following areas:

• School Appearance, including school building attractiveness, how well schools have been maintained, the overall age of district schools (old vs. new), and if schools are perceived to be crowded or spacious.

• Attitudes toward the Master Plan Goals, including if it is important to provide the following: buildings that are appealing and inviting, access to high quality lighting and technology, an environment focused on safety and security, facilities that allow students to be active participants in learning, and, lastly, school facilities with equal access.

• How well informed respondents feel they are about the Springfield Public Schools

Dr. Racine indicated that respondents were then asked to answer questions that prioritized specific Master Plan Goals. The following survey topics related to elementary and middle school facilities were posed with respondents prioritizing topics as follows (highest to lowest importance):

• Providing additional education spaces to help children acquire skills for the future

• Improving accessibility features for all students

• Replacing roofs too costly to maintain

• Replacing school buildings in too poor condition to renovate

• Improving and upgrading plumbing systems

• Adding modern classrooms to replace mobile units

• Upgrading heating/cooling and lighting systems

• Ensuring every school has security features to promote student/staff safety

• Resurfacing parking lots and sidewalks

• Making facility improvements for pre-kindergarten for children at risk

• Assuring that every school has a cafeteria suited to the number of students

• Providing every school with an adequate gymnasium and spaces for physical education

• Improving and adding classrooms for learning together

Dr. Racine indicated that the following survey topics related to high school facilities were posed with respondents prioritizing topics as follows (highest to lowest importance):

• Building new competition fields on west side property

• Renovating Spartan field at Southeast High School

• Building indoor athletic complex at Lanphier High School

• Building an indoor athletic complex and fields at Springfield High School

• Building an auditorium at Lanphier High School

• Repurposing the Wanless Elementary building for non-traditional use

• Modernizing classrooms and auditorium at Southeast High School

• Making health, safety and other improvements at Douglas School

• Renovating Lanphier and Springfield High Schools

Dr. Racine then reported that respondents were asked a series of more general questions including:

• Whether or not the physical condition of the Springfield Public Schools is adequate. He indicated that 55.7% of the respondents answered “no” to this question.

• If they prefer that the district move forward now with improvements or wait. Over 80% of respondents felt the district should move forward now.

• If they support a 1% countywide sales tax increase. Over 72% of respondents either strongly favor or favor an increase.

• How they would prefer to see improvements funded. Approximately 31% favored a sales tax increase, approximately 9% favored a property tax increase and approximately 37% favored either or both options.

Dr. Racine then took questions from the Board. Mr. Zimmers asked about attendance at the focus group meetings and if the topics of discussion included subject matter not included in the survey. Dr. Racine reported excellent focus group attendance. He stated that the conversations did stray at times. Superintendent Gill and Dr. Racine then reported that district employees were not part of the focus or survey group respondents. Ms. Johnson and Mrs. Sisti asked how focus group participants were chosen and who comprised the groups. Dr. Racine reported that four focus groups (one from each of four quadrants of the city) were developed that included community members, some of whom were parents, recommended by schools within each quadrant. Superintendent Gill reported that schools were instructed to provide the names of individuals that were not school district employees. Dr. Racine reported that the groups were balanced with respect to gender, age and race.

Ms. Johnson asked for some clarification regarding the margin of error of the survey results. Dr. Racine provided that clarification. Mrs. Sisti asked how survey participants were chosen. Dr. Racine indicated that a list of registered voter households was purchased from a company specializing in providing survey respondent lists. Mrs. Moore commented that she was encouraged by the number of individuals that responded positively to moving forward now with the Master Plan work.

Mrs. Moore then asked about next steps. Superintendent Gill reported that the next step would be for the Board to have a discussion regarding the direction that should be taken with respect to possible funding sources. She emphasized the importance of exceptional financial stewardship. She reported that presentations could be arranged from outside sources with expertise in these areas. Mrs. Moore asked that these presentations be made at a special meeting or series of special meetings. There was some additional discussion regarding Health, Life and Safety funded projects. Ms. Johnson asked for a complete list of Health, Life and Safety funded projects completed in the last ten years or scheduled for future completion. Mr. Darrell Schaver, Director of Operations and Maintenance, provided some information about roofing projects completed, to date. Mr. Mares then asked for a list of Health, Life and Safety projects that will need to be completed over the next ten years.

There was some additional discussion regarding possible referendums for the fall ballot.

Business Reports:

6.1 Treasurer's Report

Board members were provided with electronic copies of the Treasurer’s Report for March 2018. Copies have been filed with the Official Minutes and are available for public viewing on the Electronic School Board.

Mr. Joseph Bascio, Business Manager, reported that the district ended the month of March with a cash balance of approximately $9.9 million in the bank for all funds. Earned interest for the month totaled approximately $25,500 with interest earnings year-to-date totaling approximately $388,000. Mr. Bascio further reported that in the previous two weeks, the District received approximately $2.1 million in categorical payments from the State of Illinois. Mrs. Gill asked for some information regarding the additional evidence-based funding the District is to receive. Mr. Bascio reported that the additional evidence-based funding has been included with the District’s bi-monthly State aid payments.

6.2 FY 18 Amended Budget Summary:

Board members were provided with electronic copies of the FY 18 Amended Budget. Copies have been filed with the Official Minutes and are available for public viewing in the Board Secretary’s office.

Mr. Bascio provided an overview of the summary. He indicated that:

• A surplus of approximately $926,000 is expected in the Education Fund.

• Revenue from local and state sources in the Education Fund increased over previous estimations.

• Revenue from federal sources in the Education Fund decreased.

• Education fund expenditures were approximately $2.6 million over previous estimates.

• A surplus of approximately 12,000 is expected in the Operations and Maintenance fund.

• Revenue from local sources in the Operations and Maintenance Fund was approximately $20,700 greater than expected.

• Expenditures in the Operations and Maintenance Fund were approximately $95,000 greater than expected.

• The Transportation Fund is balanced.

• The IMRF Fund has a surplus.

• The Tort fund is running a deficit.

Superintendent's Report:

7.1 Superintendent's Report

Superintendent Gill provided the following Shout-outs and updates:

• Shout-out to Springfield High School for their production of Footloose.

• Shout-out to those involved with the All City Music Festival

• Lanphier High School will present The Curious Savage at the Legacy Theatre on April 27, 28 and 29.

• Kindergarten Preview Night will be held at each district elementary school on Thursday, April 26.

• Shout-out to the Sangamon CEO program for their Shark Tank event.

• Shout-out to Jeanne Stash and Camille Alger that served on a committee to review science textbooks. The year long study resulted in a recommendation that will be presented for action at the May 7, 2018 Board meeting. The current texts are 10 or more years old and are not aligned to state standards.

There was some discussion regarding Ball Charter School’s science curriculum.

Consent Action Items:

8.1 Approval of Consent Action Items

Approval of consent action items as listed in the agenda.

Resolution: The Superintendent recommends approval of the consent action items 8.2 through 8.10 as described in the corresponding resolutions.

Original - Motion

Member (Jamie Sisti) Moved, Member (Judith Johnson) Seconded to approve the ORIGINAL motion 'The Superintendent recommends approval of the consent action items 8.2 through 8.10 as described in the corresponding resolutions'.

Mrs. Moore expressed some concern regarding Consent Action Item 8.8 - Approval of an Agreement with Equal Opportunity Schools. Mrs. Gill asked Mrs. Cheree Morrison, Director of Secondary Schools, to provide some information regarding the number of students taking Advanced Placement tests. Mrs. Morrison indicated that she would provide the requested information at the next regular Board meeting.

Mr. Zimmers asked for data related to the number of middle school students that have moved from a regular track class to a high track class. Mrs. Gill provided additional information regarding an Advanced Placement prep class available to incoming 9th grade students. There was additional discussion regarding the amount of support provided to schools from Equal Opportunity Schools and Advanced Placement classes/testing.

Mrs. Moore motioned to table Consent Action Item 8.8 – Approval of an Agreement with Equal Opportunity School until May 7, 2018. Mr. Zimmers seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 6 Nay: 1. The motion Carried. 7 – 0.

Those voting “aye”: Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: Johnson

Mr. Lopez then called for a roll call vote on the original motion. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried. 7 – 0.

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

8.2 Approval of the Minutes of the Executive Session and the Regular Meeting of April 9, 2018

Resolution: Whereas, the Board of Education of Springfield School District 186 reviews the minutes of the regular session and the executive session of the previous Board Meetings; and Whereas, copies of these sets of minutes were distributed to the Board in the board packet prior to this meeting; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approves the aforementioned set of regular session and executive session minutes and directs the Secretary to include them in the official records of the Board of Education meetings.

8.3 Approval of Payroll and Bills Payable

Resolution: That the Board of Education approves payroll and bills payable as shown in the attached report.

8.4 Tabulation of Bids and Recommendation for Purchase and Payment Bid #18-09 — Produce – Food Service

Resolution: Be It Resolved to accept the low acceptable bid for the following bids and to approve payment of same upon completion: Bid #18-09 — Produce – Food Service

8.5 Tabulation of Bids and Recommendation for Purchase and Payment Bid #18-10 — Milk – Food Service Resolution: Be It Resolved to accept the low acceptable bid for the following bids and to approve payment of same upon completion: Bid #18-10 — Milk – Food Service

8.6 Declaration of Surplus Property

Resolution: Be It Resolved to declare the items on the attached document as surplus materials and to be sold or disposed.

8.7 Approval of a Consultant for Trinity Lutheran School

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Resolution: Whereas, Vicki Rodriguez from NWEA will conduct a one-day workshop to instruct all teachers and administrators at Trinity Lutheran School about applying MAP reports; and Whereas, the training obtained will align with Common Core State Standards and help all teachers improve student achievement in core content areas; and Whereas, Vicki Rodriguez of NWEA is qualified to provide such training and has agreed to provide such training over one day at a total cost of $2,975; and Whereas, NWEA consultant services are completely reimbursable through the Title II grant; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approves the retention of consultant Vicki Rodriguez of NWEA per the terms identified above and directs the Superintendent to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the Board.

8.8 Approval of an Agreement with Equal Opportunity Schools

Resolution: Whereas, Springfield Public School District 186 is committed to continuously improving the quality of educational opportunity and achievement for students; and Whereas, Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS) is qualified and experienced in helping schools identify and upgrade students who can succeed in Advanced Placement courses but are not yet enrolled; and Whereas, Springfield Public Schools and EOS commit to closing participation gaps in Advanced Placement courses, raise Advanced Placement performance, and develop structures for sustainability; and Whereas, this agreement also includes opportunities to partner with other like districts and schools to collaborate and learn best practices; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Board of Education approves the agreement with Equal Opportunity Schools for the 2018-2019 school year for a total cost of $73,200.

8.9 Approval of Travel for Lincoln Magnet School's Beta Club

Resolution: Whereas, Lincoln Magnet School has requested permission to travel to Savannah, Georgia, for the National Beta Convention; and Whereas, Lincoln Magnet School agrees to raise all necessary funds and abide by all rules and regulations of Springfield School District 186; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that Lincoln Magnet School has permission to travel to Savannah, Georgia, from June 12 through June 16, 2018.

8.10 Approval of Travel for Grant Middle School's Boys Basketball Team

Resolution: Whereas, the Grant Middle School Boys Basketball team has requested permission to travel to Memphis, Tennessee for a tournament; and Whereas, the Grant Middle School Boys Basketball team agrees to raise all necessary funds and abide by all rules and regulations of Springfield School District 186; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Grant Middle School Boys Basketball team has permission to travel to Memphis, Tennessee, from November 16 through November 18, 2018.

Roll Call Action Items:

9.1 Approval of Personnel Recommendations

Resolution: The Superintendent recommends adoption of the Personnel recommendations as presented.

Original - Motion

Member (Donna Moore) Moved, Member (Jamie Sisti) Seconded to approve the Original motion 'The Superintendent recommends adoption of the Personnel recommendations as presented'. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried. 7 – 0.

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

9.2 Approval of the Superintendent's Employment Agreement

Resolution: Whereas, by vote taken on January 21, 2014, the Board of Education approved an Employment Agreement with Jennifer E. Gill; and Whereas, based on the performance of the Superintendent, the President of the Board of Education of Springfield School District No. 186 recommends that the Board of Education extend Superintendent Gill’s Employment Agreement through June 30, 2023; and Whereas, based on the performance of the Superintendent and other factors, the President of the Board of Education of Springfield School District No. 186 recommends that the Board of Education add language to the Superintendent’s Agreement that recognizes the amendments to the Illinois Pension Code (40 ILCS 5/16-158) which increase the District’s contribution to the Superintendent’s Teachers Retirement System Pension; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Board of Education hereby extends the Employment Agreement of Jennifer E. Gill through June 30, 2023; and amends the Superintendent’s Agreement that increases the District’s contribution to the Superintendent’s TRS benefit under the amendments to the Illinois Pension Code.

Original - Motion

Member (Donna Moore) Moved, Member (Michael Zimmers) Seconded to approve the Original motion 'whereas, by vote taken on January 21, 2014, the Board of Education approved an Employment Agreement with Jennifer E. Gill; and Whereas, based on the performance of the Superintendent, the President of the Board of Education of Springfield School District No. 186 recommends that the Board of Education extend Superintendent Gill’s Employment Agreement through June 30, 2023; and Whereas, based on the performance of the Superintendent and other factors, the President of the Board of Education of Springfield School District No. 186 recommends that the Board of Education add language to the Superintendent’s Agreement that recognizes the amendments to the Illinois Pension Code (40 ILCS 5/16-158) which increase the District’s contribution to the Superintendent’s Teachers Retirement System Pension; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Board of Education hereby extends the Employment Agreement of Jennifer E. Gill through June 30, 2023; and amends the Superintendent’s Agreement that increases the District’s contribution to the Superintendent’s TRS benefit under the amendments to the Illinois Pension Code'. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried. 7 – 0.

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

9.3 Student Discipline

Resolution: That the Board approves the student discipline as discussed in Executive Session and summarized by the Superintendent as:

• One 10th grade student be hereby expelled from further attendance at Lanphier High School through the end of the 2018-2019 school year without a program and

• One 10th grade student be hereby expelled from further attendance at Lanphier High School through the end of the 2018-2019 school year with a program and

• One 9th grade student be hereby expelled from further attendance at Lanphier High School through the end of the 2018-2019 school year with a program and

• One 10th grade student be hereby expelled from further attendance at Lanphier High School through the end of the 2018-2019 school year with a program and

• One 9th grade student be hereby expelled from further attendance at Lanphier High School through the end of the 2018-2019 school year with a program.

Original – Motion

Member (Michael Zimmers) Moved, Member (Jamie Sisti) Seconded to approve the Original motion 'That the Board approves the student discipline as discussed in Executive Session and summarized by the Superintendent'. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried. 7 – 0.

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

Adjourn Sine Die:

10.1 Adjourn Sine Die

Mr. Zimmers moved to adjourn sine die. Ms. Johnson seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote:

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

The meeting adjourned sine die at 8:10 p.m.

Roll Call Action Items:

11.1 Nominations for President of the Board of Education

The Superintendent will accept nominations for president.

Resolution: That the Board of Education nominate and elect a Board President for a one-year term. New president assumes duties of presiding officer.

Original - Motion

Member (Adam Lopez) Moved to nominate Mr. Zimmers, Member (Donna Moore) Seconded to approve the Original motion 'That the Board of Education nominate and elect a Board President for a one-year term. New president assumes duties of presiding officer'. Mrs. Gill called for any additional nominations three more times. Hearing no additional nominations, Mrs. Gill closed the nominations.

Ms. Johnson expressed concern regarding the process for selection of a president and vice president. There was additional discussion regarding the topic. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 6 Nay: 1. The motion Carried. 6 – 1.

Those voting “aye”: Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: Johnson.

Mrs. Gill declared Mr. Zimmers President. Mr. Zimmers took his seat and assumed control of the meeting.

11.2 Nominations for Vice-President of the Board of Education

The President will accept nominations for vice-president.

Resolution: That the Board of Education nominate and elect a Vice-President for a one-year term.

Original - Motion

Member (Mike Zimmers) Moved to nominate Mr. Lopez, Member (Adam Lopez) Seconded the nomination. Member (Judith Johnson) moved to nominate Mr. Mares. Member (Anthony Mares) Seconded the nomination. Mr. Zimmers called for any additional nominations three more times. Hearing no additional nominations, Mr.Zimmers closed the nominations.

Next, Mr. Zimmers called for a roll call vote to approve the Original motion 'That the Board of Education nominate and elect a Vice-President for a one-year term'. Ms. Hammers asked members to vote for Mr. Lopez or Mr. Mares by stating the name of the individual for whom they would like to vote when called. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Lopez: 5 Mares: 2.

Those voting “Lopez”: Lopez, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “Mares”: Johnson, Mares.

Mr. Lopez was declared the winner. 5 – 2

11.3 Nominations for Secretary

The President will accept nominations for Secretary.

Resolution: That the Board of Education nominate and elect a Board Secretary.

Original - Motion

Member (Michael Zimmers) Moved to nominate Julie Hammers, Member (Donna Moore) Seconded to approve the Original motion 'That the Board of Education nominate and elect a Board Secretary'. Mr. Zimmers called for any additional nominations three more times. Hearing no additional nominations, Mr. Zimmers closed the nominations. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried. 7 - 0

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

11.4 Nominations for Assistant Secretary

The President will accept nominations for Assistant Secretary.

Resolution: That the Board of Education nominate and elect an Assistant Board Secretary.

Original - Motion

Member (Michael Zimmers) Moved to nominate Nicole Irlam, Member (Donna Moore) Seconded to approve the Original motion 'That the Board of Education nominate and elect an Assistant Board Secretary'. Mr. Zimmers called for any additional nominations three more times. Hearing no additional nominations, Mr. Zimmers closed the nominations. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried. 7 - 0

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

11.5 Appointment of Treasurer

Resolution: The Superintendent recommends adoption of the following resolution: Be It Resolved that Mr. Joseph Bascio be appointed Treasurer to the Board of Education.

Original - Motion

Member (Michael Zimmers) Moved, Member (Judith Johnson) Seconded to approve the Original motion 'The Superintendent recommends adoption of the following resolution: Be It Resolved that Mr. Joseph Bascio be appointed Treasurer to the Board of Education'. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried. 7 - 0

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

11.6 Adoption of Board Policies and Code of Conduct

Resolution: The Superintendent recommends adoption of the following resolution: Be It Resolved that the Board re-adopt Board Policies as currently in effect, that the Board observe Roberts’ Rules of Order, Revised, except as otherwise provided by Board Policies or statute, that Roll Calls be made on a rotating basis and that the Board shall adhere to the attached Code of Conduct.

Original – Motion

Member (Michael Zimmers) Moved, Member (Adam Lopez) Seconded to approve the Original motion 'The Superintendent recommends adoption of the following resolution: Be It Resolved that the Board re-adopt Board Policies as currently in effect, that the Board observe Roberts’ Rules of Order, Revised, except as otherwise provided by Board Policies or statute, that Roll Calls be made on a rotating basis and that the Board shall adhere to the attached Code of Conduct'. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried. 7 - 0

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

Return to Open Session:

Mr. Zimmers then asked for a motion to return to open session. Member (Donna Moore) Moved, Member (Anthony Mares) Seconded to approve the motion to return to open session. Upon a roll call vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0. The motion Carried 7 – 0.

Those voting “aye”: Johnson, Lopez, Mares, Moore, Ringer, Sisti, Zimmers

Those voting “no”: None.

Open session resumed at 8:21 p.m.

Announcements:

12.1 Next Regular Meeting — Monday, May 7, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. — Board Room

12.2 Upcoming District Events

April 26, 6pm – Kindergarten Night, All Elementary Schools

May 28 – No School – Memorial Day

May 29 – Last Day of School

June 2 – High School Graduation

June 6 – Last Day of School for Graham & Southern View

12.3 Freedom of Information Report

12.4 Alliance Legislative Reports – 100-62 and 100-63

Available at https://www.iasb.com/govrel/alrmenu.cfm

Public Comment:

Tammie Bolden addressed the Board regarding safety at Southeast High School.

Adjournment:

There being no further business to come before the Board, Mr. Zimmers declared the meeting adjourned until Monday, May 7, 2018. The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

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