October 12, 2026 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:
The Norris School District, in collaboration with our communities and families, provides a safe, positive environment that empowers students to grow, explore, and engage into lifelong learners and responsible, productive citizens. |
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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 - Lydia Dominy
Speaker(s):
Student Council Representative
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates to the Board from Norris student council representative.
Discussion:
Lydia Dominy, Student Council Representatives, provided an update to 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:
Written reports were submitted in advance and shared with 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:
No public comment.
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7. Curriculum Report / Program Review:
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Morrison and Dr. Bollinger
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Comments:
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7.1. Annual Technology Report
Speaker(s):
Jason Gault
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
Jason Gault, Technology Coordinator, shared the Annual Technology Report with 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.
Comments:
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8.1. Upcoming Dates and Events of Interest to the Board
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
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8.2. Celebration of Excellence
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
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Comments:
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8.3. Personnel Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Certified
Hire
Change of Assignment Resignation
Support Staff Hire
Retire
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve all personnel matters 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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8.4. Superintendent Goals
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
Dr. Joel provided the board of education with an update on his superintendent's goals.
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8.5. Reminder: Superintendent Evaluation November 9th - 15th, 2026
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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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 with a vote; 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.
Recommended Motion(s):
Move that the Board of Education approve the consent agenda as presented. 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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10. Policies
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Discussion:
No policy updates.
Comments:
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11. NASB Updates
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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11.1. Update 2026-2027 Board of Education Goal: Throughout the 2026-2027 school year, the Norris School district 160 Board of Education will enhance communication and engagement with all Norris stakeholders, building trust, transparency, and shared ownership of district priorities by highlighting district accomplishments, challenges, and progress of the Norris School District Strategic Plan.
Speaker(s):
Board of Education
Agenda Item Type:
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11.1.1. Board of Education Communication Plan Timeline (Draft)
Speaker(s):
Board of Education
Agenda Item Type:
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12. Lancaster Co. / District Development Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates on commercial and residential development within the Norris District including annexations.
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12.1. Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Growth and Development Forum Update
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Mr. Molloy provided an update on the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Growth and Development Forum.
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13. Ratify and Approve the Resolution Setting the 2026-2027 Property Tax Request
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
2026-2027 Levy
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to Ratify and Approve the 2026-2027 Tax Requestion Resolution in the amount of $24,221,212 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. Buildings, Grounds and Transportation Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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14.1. Derek Aldridge - Critical Needs Replacement Process
Speaker(s):
Derek Aldridge
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Derek Aldridge of Perry Law discussed the design-bid-build and competitive bidding processes. |
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14.2. Discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approve the sale of miscellaneous shop items
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Policy 3260 - Sales and Disposal of School Property
Per policy, anything with a value of less than $500 may be sold at our discretion. Anything with a value of over $500 must be approved by the board of education.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the sale of miscellaneous shop items 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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14.3. Discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approve the Intermediate School HVAC repairs totaling $18,530 to be paid using depreciation funds
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
OMA04630 - $9,037.50
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the Intermediate School HVAC repairs totaling $18,530 to be paid using depreciation funds 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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15. Board Reports
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Board member updates on matters of interest to the Board.
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16. Correspondence Items
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Monthly correspondence of interest to the Board.
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17. Adjournment
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The next regular scheduled Board Meeting is Wednesday November 11, 2026.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Meeting adjourned at 8:42 PM. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Wednesday, November 11th, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
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