September 13, 2021
The public hearing and the regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Centerville Community
School District was held September 13, 2021 at 6:30 pm in the board room of the Administration
Office, 634 North Main, Centerville.  Patrons that wished to attend virtually were given the option of
logging into the meeting.

Regular Meeting

Call to order and roll call
President Marty Braster called the regular meeting to order at 6:31 pm.  Roll call to determine quorum:
   Present:  Brooke Johnson, Kevin Wiskus, Mike Moore, Mike Thomas, Bob Thomas, Kris Shondel, Marty Braster	
   Absent:  None
Also present were Superintendent Tom Rubel and Chief Financial Officer Lisa Swarts

Welcome Visitors
Marty Braster welcomed visitors.

Public Forum
Kris Shondel inquired about the walking track and if it was open.  It was reported that it was open but 
there have been some issues with the key card system that the district is looking into getting fixed.

Approve Agenda
It was recommended by administration to change item F “Approve Purchase Agreement Materials for Central Ward Elementary” to just “Discussion of Purchase of Central Ward Elementary.”  
It was moved by Kevin Wiskus and seconded by Bob Thomas to approve the agenda with recommended change.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve minutes of previous meetings
It was moved by Bob Thomas and seconded by Brooke Johnson to approve the August 9th minutes as 
stated.  Motion passed unanimously.

Old Business
There were no old business items.

New Business

Approve Out-of-state National FFA Convention Trip
Liz Logsdon was present to request an out-of-state trip for the FFA National Convention.  Six students would be attending, leaving on October 27th and returning on October 30th.  Her request also included the use of one suburban, the first tank of gas, and a substitute for 3 days.
It was moved by Mike Thomas and seconded by Kevin Wiskus to approve the National FFA Convention trip as presented.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Howar Phase I Project Change Order #2
Howar Phase I Change Order #2 was presented for approval.  Total for the change order is $28,095.17.
1. provide corridor walls to prevent the passage of smoke - $12,771.43
2. provide changes to fire alarm upgrades - $1,131.19
3. provide T&M for demo of existing wood boxes in ceiling and fire spray - $12,842.55
4. provide bulk head at STEM lab for new duct work - $1,350.00
This amount will be taken from the $75,000 contingency amount.
It was moved by Mike Moore and seconded by Kris Shondel to approve Howar Phase I Project Change Order #2 as presented.  Motion passed unanimously.

Appoint Board Member Delegate for Delegate Assembly
It was moved by Mike Moore and seconded by Kevin Wiskus to appoint Bob Thomas as the Delegate for Delegate Assembly.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Second Reading of Board Policy 501.3
It was moved by Mike Moore and seconded by Mike Thomas to approve the second reading of board policy 501.3.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve De Vries Counseling and Consulting Contract
It was moved by Kevin Wiskus and seconded by Mike Thomas to approve the De Vries Counseling and Consulting contract for the therapeutic classroom consortium as presented.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Purchase Agreement Materials for Central Ward Elementary
Mike Craver was present to go over the process for the sale of Central Ward Elementary.  After discussion, it was decided to begin advertising.  There was a concern that there wasn’t any language to limit what can be done with the building once purchased.  It was mentioned that there would be city zoning requirements, although if it is left in the current state, requirements would be limited.  Mr. Craver stated that he could require a statement for intended use.  Kevin Wiskus also mentioned that he would like to see a letter of intent from a bank or proof to show ability to purchase. 

Approve Personnel Business Procedures
Personnel items to consider were as follows:

Resignations
1. Rossie Wendland – Resigning from Food Service effective 8/20/2021.
2. Todd Anderson – Resigning from custodian position at Lakeivew, effective 9/7/2021.
3. Erica Bouma – Resigning from Sp. Ed. Aide Specific position at Lakeview, effective 9/17/2021.
4. Chris Conrad – Resigning from Jr. High Boys’ Track coach effective 8/19/2021.

Transfers
1. Steve Clark – Transfer from M.S. Girls’ Track to M.S. Boys’ Track, Step 5, $2,051.78, replacing Chris Conrad.
2. Amber White – Transfer to M.S. Girls’ Track, Step 1, $1,825.62, replacing Steve Clark.

Employment/Contracts
1. Jaycee Smith – FCCLA Sponsor, Step 1, $1,320.87, replacing Brooke Johnson, effective 8/23/21.
2. Ryan Conrad – H.S. Assistant Girls’ Track, Step 9, $3,159.65, replacing Amber White.
3. Jessica White – Sp. Ed. Aide Specific @ Lakeview, Level II, Step 3, $10.77/hour, 5.75 hr/day for 186 days and Lunch Room Supervisor 2 hr/day, $11.77/hr for 177 days, effective 8/23/2021.
4. Karen Maletta – Classroom Aide at Centerville Preschool, Level II, Step 1, $10.17/hour, 4 hr/day, effective 8/25/2021, new position.
5. Ashley Rickertsen – Sp. Ed. Aide Specific at CHS, Level II, Step 2, $10.47/hr, 7.75 hr/day, effective 9/7/2021, replacing Heather Johnson.
6. Jennisha Seddon – ACC Classroom Aide, Level II, Step 1, $10.17/hr, 8 hrs/day, effective 8/23/2021, replacing LaDonna Fetchling.
7. Gretchen Willier – Sp. Ed. Aide Specific @ Lakeview, Level II, Step 6, $11.67/hr., 7.75 hr/day, effective 8/27/2021, replacing Shawn Dyke.
8. Heather Heartley – Sp. Ed. Aide Specific at Lakeview, Level II, Step 2. $10.47/hr, 7.75 hr/day, effective 9/17/2021, replacing Erica Bouma.
9. Tim Brown – Night Custodian at Lakeview Elem., Level II, Step 3, $10.97/hr, 8 hr/day, effective 8/23/2021, replacing Steve Smith.
10. Ira Heartley – Sub Bus Driver, Level III, Step 1, $12.95/hr. as needed, effective 8/23/2021.
11. Darrin Hamilton - Sub Bus Driver, Level III, Step 1, $12.95/hr. as needed, effective 8/23/2021.
12. Wayne Farris - Sub Bus Driver, Level III, Step 1, $12.95/hr. as needed, effective 8/23/2021.
13. Dottie Johnson – Contract Adjustment – PreK Sp. Ed. Aide Specific, increase from 7 hr/day to 7.25/day, effective 8/23/2021.
14. Gracee Nickell – Contract Adjustment – Sp. Ed. Aide Specific, increase from 7.5 hr/day to 7.75 hr/day, effective 8/23/2021.
15. Deann Leach, Contract Adjustment – Lakeview K-5 Library aide, decrease from 7.25 hr/day to 5.25 hr/day and increase Cafeteria Supervisor from .5 hr/day to 2 hr/day, effective 8/23/2021.
16. Alexandra Mathews – Contract Adjustment – Sp. Ed. Aide Specific at Lakeview, increase from 7.5 hr/day to 7.75 hr/day, effective 8/23/2021.
17. Kayla Davis – Contract Adjustment – Sp. Ed. Aide Specific at Howar, decrease from 7.75 hr/day to 7.5, and adding Cafeteria Student Supervisor $11.77/hr, .5 hr/day, effective 8/24/2021.
18. Lysa houser – Contract Adjustment – Cafeteria Server increase from 3 hr/day to 5 hr/day, effective 8/19/2021.
19. Jamie Ruckman – Contract Adjustment – Cafeteria increase from 5 hr/day to 5.5 hr/day, effective 8/19/2021.
20. Marcy Cossolotto – Contract Adjustment – Cafeteria increase from 2.5 hr/day to 3.5 hr/day, effective 8/19/2021.
21. Jamie Lewellen – Contract Adjustment – Bus Driver increase from 4 hr/day to 5 hr/day effective 8/23/2021.
22. Krystal Bronson – Health Advisor/Nurse Emphasis @ CHS, beginning October 11, 2021, 151 days, BA Step 8, $33,774.17, new position.
23. Elaine Surber – Cafeteria Server, Level I, Step 6. $11.22/hr, 4 hr/day, effective 9/14/2021, replacing Jamie Bills.
24. Jonathan Wood - Sp. Ed. Aide Specific at Howar, Level II, Step 5, $11.37/hr, 7.5 hr/day, effective 9/16/2021, new position.

Sport Officials Contracts – as listed

Lane Change 
Janee Carson - MA Step 8 $53,404 to MA+12 Step 8 $54,715
Stephanie Cicco-McCann - MA+12 Step 17 $66,514 to MA+24 Step 17 $67,285
Lindsey Pettibone - MA+12 Step 13 $61,270 to MA+24 Step 13 $63,892
Julie Stickler - BA+12 Step 14 to $58,648 to BA+24 Step 14 $59,959

It was moved by Mike Thomas and seconded by Brooke Johnson to approve all personnel items as presented.  Motion passed unanimously.

Committee Reports
Topics of discussion at the earlier finance committee meeting were:  Howar change order, support staff compensation, early retirement, sale of Central Ward.  

An update of both the Athletic Complex Project and the Howar Project were also given from the facilities committee standpoint.

Financial Reports
It was moved by Kevin Wiskus and seconded by Mike Moore to approve all prepaids, list of bills, financial reports, and pay per diem as presented.  Motion passed unanimously.

Superintendent Report
Items discussed were: investments in air quality at the buildings, Covid19 updates, transportation issues, virtual academy, and superintendent evaluation.

Adjourn
It was moved by Brooke Johnson and seconded by Mike Thomas to adjourn the meeting at 7:52 pm.  Motion passed unanimously.

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Board President, Marty Braster                           		 Board Secretary, Lisa Swarts