October 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Pledge of Allegiance & Call to Order
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The formation of public policy is public business and may not be conducted in secret. Every meeting of the Norris Board shall be open to the public and abide by the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, a copy of which is available for inspection at our meeting site. Does anyone in the audience require audio or visual assistance?
Discussion:
President Devine called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
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2. District Mission Statement
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
It is the mission of the Norris Public schools, in collaboration with its communities and families, to provide the best possible learning experiences and opportunities to assure that all students have the capability to become responsible, productive citizens and life-long learners.
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3. Nebraska Open Meetings Law (Posted in the Room)
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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4. Student Representative Report - Thomas Hansmeyer
Speaker(s):
Student Council Representative
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates to the Board from Norris student council representative.
Discussion:
Thomas Hansmeyer, Student Representative, shared his report with the board of education.
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5. Administrators' Reports
Speaker(s):
Building Administrators
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Reports from administrators on items of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Alan Eighme, Brooke Kastanek, Jamie Kernes and Mitchell Stine provided updates to the board of education.
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6. Public Comment
Speaker(s):
Members of the Public
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The regular board meeting agenda provides for citizens to present information or to express opinions to the board through public comment.
Discussion:
Jim Stewart provided public comment to the board of education.
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7. Curriculum Report/ Program Review:
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Morrison and Dr. Bollinger
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
Discussion:
Mrs. Kris Morrison (Director of Curriculum) and Dr. Alisha Bollinger (Director of Student Services) provided updates to the board of education.
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7.1. Technology Update - Noel Erskine
Speaker(s):
Noel Erskine
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Noel Erskine, Technology Coordinator, provided a technology update to the board of education.
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8. Superintendent's Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Superintendent reports on matters of interest to the Board.
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8.1. Upcoming Dates and Events of Interest to the Board
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared upcoming dates and events of interest to the board of education.
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8.2. Celebration of Excellence
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Joel also thanked First State Bank for sponsoring Norris' 60th birthday celebration.
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8.3. Personnel Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Certified Staff:HireResignation Retiring Extra Duty: Support Staff:Hire
Resignation
Discussion:
Mr. Molloy provided personnel updates to the board of education.
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9. Consent Agenda
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Consent items are considered routine and will be passed without vote by unanimous consent; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference.
Discussion:
President Jim Devine read aloud the following, "Consent items are considered routine and will be passed without vote by unanimous consent; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference."
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10. Titan Fundraising Committee Update
Speaker(s):
Cory Wahlstrom and Jennifer Schall
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
Cory Wahlstrom provided an update to the board of education regarding fundraising efforts for the Titan Activities Complex.
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11. ↵Policies
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the first reading of policies 3000, 3290, 3326, 3450, 3525, 3010, 3541, 3530 Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
Approve the rescinding of policies 3130.1, 3170, 3241, 3241.1, 3241.2, 3270, 3323, 3510, 3513, 3600, 3280, 3410, 3542, 3100, 3312, 3530.1 Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Molloy reviewed the policies recommended for first reading as well as the policies recommended for rescission.
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12. Legislative Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates on legislative session:
Discussion:
No legislative updates were given.
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13. NASB Updates
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
No NASB updates were given.
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13.1. Approve NASB Legislation Committee Member #12
Speaker(s):
President Devine and Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Approve Gary Kubicek for the NASB Legislation Committee Member #12.
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve Gary Kubicek for the NASB Legislation Committee Member #12. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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13.2. Appoint Local School Board NASB Delegate Assembly Representative
Speaker(s):
Dr. Devine and Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve (Board Member) as the Norris School District 160 Delegate Assembly Representative Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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14. Update on District Safety and Infrastructure Needs
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Board of Education met on Wednesday, October 2nd to discuss the safety and infrastructure needs.
Next meeting date options:
Discussion:
Dr. Joel reviewed what was shared at the potential future bond meeting that was held on October 2nd, 2024. Next steps include having Perry Law meet with the board of education to discuss regulations and requirements. The board decided to meet with Perry Law on Wednesday, November 6th.
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15. Lancaster Co. / District Development Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
Updates on commercial and residential development within the Norris District including annexations.
Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared that he had a conversation with Representative Flood's office regarding the 68th Street project.
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16. Buildings, Grounds and Transportation Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Mr. Molloy provided information on the hail damage from September 21st, 2024, as well as mower and bus quotes.
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16.1. ↵Large Area Mower Bids
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The mower to be replaced is a 2006 Toro 4000-D with 6,000 hours. The mower was used when purchased by the district. Currently, the mower is in running condition, but is showing signs of main hydraulic pump failure. Shane has had to make several hydraulic repairs to keep the mower running. The front deck has had a hydraulic motor replaced, but the left wing is needing a replacement soon as it tends to bog down in taller/thicker grass.
The purchase of a new mower would be split between Shane's budget and depreciation.
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16.2. School Bus Bids
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
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17. Strategic Plan Update
Speaker(s):
District Office Administration
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Monthly update on the 2024-2025 Strategic Plan progress.
Discussion:
Mrs. Morrison, Dr. Bollinger, Dr. Joel, and Mr. Molloy provided an update on the Strategic Plan.
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18. Board Reports
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Board member updates on matters of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Board Member Wubbels provided a board report regarding CharacterStrong.
Board Members Burbach and Kubicek discussed the Labor Relations Conference that was attended the week of September 30th.
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19. Correspondence Items
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Monthly correspondence of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
President Devine shared a message from Becky Pogreba.
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20. Adjournment
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The next regular scheduled Board Meeting is November 13, 2024, at 6:00 PM.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Meeting adjourned at 7:48 PM.
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