Council Bluffs Community School District public meetings in 2020

Workshop/Business Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved a $400,000 change order for the Wilson Middle School renovation and accepted the 2019-20 audit report. The meeting also included approval for a semester-long physical education schedule and the appointment of a board member to the Pottawattamie County Assessor's Conference Board.

• Wilson Middle School change order approved ($400,000)
• 2019-20 audit report accepted
• Chapter 12 exemption request approved for semester-long PE
• Appointment to Pottawattamie County Assessor's Conference Board
• Public hearing on HVAC improvements for Bloomer and Edison Elementary Schools

The Board accepted the 2019-20 audit report and approved a Chapter 12 exemption for semester-long physical education. They also authorized a change order for Wilson Middle School and the purchase of TriCaster video systems. A consent agenda covering special education contracts and financial reports was approved.

• Accepted 2019-20 audit report (6-0)
• Approved Chapter 12 exemption request for semester-long physical education (6-0)
• Appointed Jill Shudak to Pottawattamie County Assessor's Conference Board (6-0)
• Approved Wilson Middle School change order (6-0)
• Approved KCAV bid for TriCaster video systems for ESC and Thomas Jefferson (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including special education contracts and financial reports (6-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 10, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)

Work Session

The Board of Directors held a work session to discuss the upcoming budget. The discussion focused on looking at the 2021-2022 school year.

• Budget Discussion - Looking at the 2021-2022 School Year

The board approved the meeting agenda and held a discussion regarding the 2021-2022 school year budget. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda (6-0)

Annual Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education held its annual meeting to elect officers and approve the meeting schedule for the 2020-21 school year. The board re-appointed Dean Wilson as Board Secretary/Treasurer and approved a standard meeting schedule.

• Election of President and Vice-President
• Re-appointment of Dean Wilson as Board Secretary/Treasurer
• Approval of 2020-21 Board meeting dates
• Public participation rules and procedures
• Adjournment at 8:30 p.m.

The Board held its annual meeting to elect leadership and establish the 2020-21 meeting schedule. Chris LaFerla was elected President and David Coziahr was elected Vice-President.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Appointed Diane Ostrowski as Temporary Chair (7-0)
• Elected Chris LaFerla as President (7-0)
• Elected David Coziahr as Vice-President (5-2)
• Appointed Dean Wilson as Board Secretary and Treasurer (7-0)
• Approved 2020-21 Board meeting dates (7-0)

Workshop/Business Meeting

The Board is reviewing student enrollment declines and postsecondary data for the Class of 2020. Members are deciding on spending authority requests for English proficiency and open enrollment, as well as updates to high school graduation requirements.

• Approved SBRC spending authority request of $252,937.08 for Limited English Proficiency students
• Approved SBRC spending authority request of $842,912.00 for open enrollment-out students
• First reading of Policy 625 regarding High School Graduation Requirements
• Named the Thomas Jefferson High School practice track and field the 'Doug Muehlig Track & Field'
• Reported a certified enrollment decrease of 239.29 weighted students for 2020-21

The Board approved spending requests for Limited English Proficiency and open enrollment students. Other actions included the first reading of high school graduation requirements and naming a high school track and field. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering special education contracts and personnel.

• Approved $252,937.08 for Limited English Proficiency and $842,912.00 for open enrollment-out students (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Policy 625 High School Graduation Requirements (7-0)
• Approved naming the Thomas Jefferson High School practice track and field as the 'Doug Muehlig Track & Field' (7-0)
• Approved virtual attendance and expenses for David Coziahr to attend the IASB convention (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including special education contracts, personnel, and purchasing activity (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 27, 2020 (7-0)

Work Session

The board will discuss MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) data. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order and approval of the agenda.

• Review of MAP Data Breakdown

The board held a work session to review MAP data breakdown. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded other than the approval of the agenda.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)

Regular Business Meeting

The Board of Directors is deciding on facility repairs and personnel incentives. Key actions include selecting a roofing contractor and offering early exit incentives for eligible staff.

• Approved Imperial Roofing of Omaha, NE for the Wilson Middle School Roof Project at a cost of $323,252
• Approved a $1,000 Early Notification Incentive for eligible teachers, nurses, and administrators who notify the District of their intent to exit by January 15, 2021
• Approved an application to the Iowa Department of Education for a waiver of 3rd and 4th year world language offer and teach requirements for 2019-20 and 2020-21

The Board approved a contract with Imperial Roofing of Omaha for the Wilson Middle School roof project. Other actions included approving leadership development consulting contracts and a waiver for world language requirements. A consent agenda covering special education contracts and financial reports was also passed.

• Approved Imperial Roofing of Omaha for Wilson Middle School Roof Project at $323,252 (7-0)
• Approved $16,500 consulting contract with FourPoint Education Partners for School Leadership (7-0)
• Approved $6,000 consulting contract with FourPoint Education Partners for Executive Cabinet (7-0)
• Approved application to Iowa Department of Education for waiver of 3rd and 4th year world language offer and teach requirements (7-0)
• Approved Early Notification Incentive (7-0)
• Approved 2021 Policy Review List (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including special education contracts, personnel agenda, and September 2020 financials (7-0)
• Approved agenda and October 13, 2020 workshop minutes (7-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District board approved the work‑session agenda by a motion from Troy Arthur, seconded by Jill Shudak. After the agenda was approved, board members reviewed each school’s Virtual School Improvement Plan for the 2020‑21 year, which were provided as attached PDFs. The session concluded with adjournment.

• Approval of agenda – motion by Troy Arthur, seconded by Jill Shudak, passed
• Sharing of Virtual School Improvement Plans for all district schools (PDF attachments)
• Call to Order and Roll Call
• Adjournment of the work session

The board held a work session to share the Virtual School Improvement Plan. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made other than the approval of the agenda.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

Workshop Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Directors is meeting for a workshop. The agenda includes a review of the 2019-20 ACT results and an update regarding students returning to onsite school five days per week.

• Review of 2019-20 ACT results by Dr. Corey Vorthmann
• Update on onsite learning from School Leadership

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 22, 2020, meetings. The session included presentations on 2019-20 ACT results and an update on onsite learning.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 22, 2020 Work Session and Regular Business Meeting (4-0)

Regular Business Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes, recognized staff, and reviewed Fall 2020 MAP testing results. It then adopted several financial resolutions, including a 1% budget guarantee that allows a property tax levy for FY 2021‑2022. The Board also approved requests for special‑education deficit aid, excess ELL cost funding, a kitchen equipment contract, and an access‑control system contract.

• Approval of 1% budget guarantee allowing a property tax levy for FY 2021‑2022
• Request for $1,523,937.24 special education deficit supplemental aid
• Request for $330,831.55 excess ELL costs funding
• Approval of $133,746 kitchen equipment bid for Wilson Middle School (Sysco‑Lincoln)
• Award of $192,700 access control system contract to Commonwealth Electric for Thomas Jefferson High School and Wilson Middle School

The Board approved a 1% budget guarantee for fiscal year 2021-2022 and requested funding for special education and ELL deficits. Facility upgrades were approved for Wilson Middle School and Thomas Jefferson High School. A consent agenda including various special education contracts and personnel items was also passed.

• Approved 1% budget guarantee and potential property tax levy for FY 2021-2022 (7-0)
• Requested SBRC approval for $1,523,937.24 special education deficit from 2019-2020 (7-0)
• Requested $330,831.55 from SBRC for excess ELL costs from 2019-20 year (7-0)
• Approved $133,746 bid from Sysco-Lincoln for Wilson Middle School kitchen equipment (7-0)
• Awarded $192,700 bid to Commonwealth Electric Company for access control at Thomas Jefferson High School and Wilson Middle School (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including special education contracts and personnel agenda (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to evaluate professional competency of an individual (7-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District held a work session to discuss a feasibility study regarding the Madison Campus. The board approved the agenda and adjourned without taking formal action on the study.

• Feasibility Study on Madison Campus (Discussion)
• Approval of Agenda (Action)
• Adjournment (Procedural)

The board approved the agenda for the September 22, 2020, work session. The meeting included a discussion regarding a feasibility study on the Madison Campus.

• Approved agenda (6-0)

Workshop Meeting

This workshop meeting of the Council Bluffs Community School District Board includes discussion of the 2019-20 treasurer's report, a review of Advanced Placement and concurrent enrollment, and the 2020-21 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan. The treasurer's report notes a general fund surplus of $680,000 but deficits in the nutrition fund ($265,000) and health insurance fund ($679,000). The board also will hear the superintendent's report and public participation.

• 2019-20 Treasurer's Report: General fund surplus of $680,000; Nutrition fund deficit of $265,000; Health insurance fund deficit of $679,000.
• Review of 2019-20 Advanced Placement and Concurrent Enrollment enrollment.
• 2020-21 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan with reading goals aiming for 80% of K-3 students at or above MAP benchmark by 2021.
• Middle School Renovation Fund shows a deficit of $7.57 million due to timing of bond proceeds and expenditures.

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 25, 2020, Work Session and Workshop/Business Meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations and reports.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved August 25, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District held a work session on September 8, 2020. The board approved the agenda as presented, with a motion by Troy Arthur and a second by John Minshall, which passed. The board also discussed board communication before adjourning the meeting.

The board held a work session to discuss board communication. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

Workshop/Business Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board held a workshop/business meeting on August 25, 2020. It approved the agenda, minutes from the August 11 meeting, and several resolutions including the sale of the former Pusey Elementary building. The Board also approved contracts for Wilson Middle School renovation, YMCA pool operations, community‑partner service agreements, and the School Resource Officer program.

• Approve sale of former Pusey Elementary building to Triple Play Holdings, LLC for $75,000
• Approve agreement with Meyer Building Solutions, LLC for Wilson Middle School renovation project management (30 hrs/week, Sep 1 2020 – Aug 31 2021)
• Approve YMCA agreement to operate and manage the Kirn Pool
• Approve MOUs with Clear Minds, Family Connections, Full Circle, Transitional Services of Iowa, Shane Powers, and Heartland Family Services for school‑based therapy services
• Approve agreement with Council Bluffs Police Department for School Resource Officers at secondary schools

The board approved the sale of the former Pusey Elementary building to Triple Play Holdings, LLC. Additionally, the board approved a service agreement with Meyer Building Solutions, LLC and passed a consent agenda containing multiple memorandums of understanding and contracts.

• Approved sale of former Pusey Elementary to Triple Play Holdings, LLC for $75,000 (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Meyer Building Solutions, LLC for Sept 1, 2020 through Aug 31, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including MOUs with YMCA, Underwood Community School District, and others (7-0)
• Approved Special Education Contracts (7-0)
• Approved July 2020 P-Card Transactions and warrants paid July 1-August 19, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved Personnel Agenda (7-0)
• Approved August 11, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education held a work session to select topics for future meetings. The board approved the agenda and discussed potential subjects for the upcoming school year.

• Approval of agenda
• Discussion of work session topics for 2020-2021

The board held a work session to discuss the selection of work session topics for the year. The only formal action taken was the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)

Workshop/Business Meeting

The Board will vote on the second reading of three policies (105, 405, 513) related to recent Title IX changes, including a new policy on sex-based discrimination and harassment. Informational presentations include a review of 2020 summer learning programs, summer academy professional development, and an update on the launch of the Council Bluffs Virtual Academy.

• Second reading and approval of Policy 105 (Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited), Policy 405 (Harassment in the Workplace), and Policy 513 (Anti-Bullying/Harassment Involving Students)
• Review of 2020 summer learning programs by Coordinator Carly Gates
• Review of Summer Academy professional development held virtually August 3-7
• Update on the launch of the Council Bluffs Virtual Academy by Dr. Corey Vorthmann

The Board approved the second reading of Policies 105, 405, and 513. The meeting also included presentations on summer learning, professional development, and the Virtual Academy.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved July 28, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved second reading of Policies 105, 405, and 513 (6-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District held a work session to discuss district email security. John Stile, Chief Technology Officer, presented information regarding the topic.

• Presentation on District Email Security by John Stile

The board met for a work session and approved the agenda. Chief Technology Officer John Stile provided a presentation on district email security.

• Approved agenda (6-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District board held a work session to discuss plans for returning to school and operations amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting was procedural, focusing on opening items and adjournment.

• Approval of the agenda
• Discussion on Return to School and Return To Operations Plans

The board held a work session to discuss plans for returning to school and operations. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made other than the approval of the agenda.

• Approved agenda (7-0)

Workshop/Business Meeting

The Board approved a three-phase Return to Learn Plan and a Return to Operations Manual. Members also authorized the sale of the former Pusey Elementary building and funded network expansions using CARES Act dollars.

• Approval of $400,000 in COVID-19 CARES Act funds for the Blink WiFi network in Longfellow and Rue areas
• Acceptance of a $75,000 offer from Triple Play Sports for the former Pusey Elementary building
• Approval of the Return to Learn Plan featuring Remote, Hybrid, and On Site Learning phases
• Approval of 2021 Legislative Priorities including school funding and mental health supports
• Approval of the 2020 final list of graduates from Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson High Schools

The Board approved the Return to Learn Plan and allocated $400,000 in CARES Act funds for WiFi expansion in the Longfellow and Rue areas. The Board also accepted a $75,000 offer for the sale of the Pusey Elementary building and approved the 2020 final list of graduates.

• Approved Return to Learn Plan (7-0)
• Approved $400,000 in CARES Act funds for Blink WiFi network expansion (7-0)
• Accepted $75,000 offer from Triple Play Sports for Pusey Elementary building (7-0)
• Set public hearing for Pusey building sale for August 25, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved 2020 final list of graduates for Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson High Schools (7-0)
• Approved contract for Teachers On Call substitute staffing (7-0)
• Approved 2021 Legislative Priorities regarding school and mental health funding (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Title IX related Policies 105, 405, and 513 (7-0)

Workshop/Business Meeting

The Board of Education met to review district updates including staff recognition and student achievement plans. Discussions included an overview of the 2020-21 Return to Learn plans and a required annual report on school library media.

• Recognition of Employees of the Year: Britney Beatty, Lynette Petersen, and Casey Moran
• Overview of 2020-21 Return to Learn plans by Dr. Corey Vorthmann
• Annual Library Media Report regarding staff hours and circulation statistics
• Second reading of Policy 403: Employee Conflict of Interest

The Board approved several facility projects, including an IT remodel and playground equipment. It also approved the 2020-21 student fees, the revised Employee Handbook, and the continuation of the Superintendent's employment contract.

• Approved $413,520 IT Remodel bid from Pinnacle Construction (6-0)
• Approved $105,250 Rue Roof change order from Imperial Roofing (6-0)
• Approved $33,400 Franklin Elementary Playground Equipment bid from Dostals Construction (6-0)
• Approved 2020-21 student fees (6-0)
• Approved revised Employee Handbook for 2020-2021 (5-1)
• Approved continuation of Superintendent's Employment Contract (5-1)
• Approved amended 28-E Agreement for Council Bluffs Area WiFi Consortium (6-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 Green Hills AEA Agreement (6-0)

Closed Session

The meeting consists of procedural opening items and a request to enter a closed session. The closed session is intended to evaluate the professional competency of an individual.

• Resolution to enter closed session under Section 21.5 (1) (i) of the Open Meetings Law

The Board approved the meeting agenda and voted to enter a closed session. The session was conducted to evaluate the professional competency of an individual to prevent injury to their reputation.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved resolution to enter closed session per Section 21.5 (l) (j) of the Open Meetings Law (7-0)

Closed Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Directors approved a closed session to discuss the purchase or sale of particular real estate, citing potential price impacts from premature disclosure. The meeting was called to order and adjourned on May 12, 2020.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Authorized closed session to discuss real estate purchase or sale
• Motion to adjourn

The Board approved the meeting agenda and voted to enter a closed session. The closed session was held to discuss the purchase or sale of real estate. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved resolution to enter closed session to discuss real estate purchase or sale

Workshop/Business Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board held a workshop/business meeting on May 12, 2020, and took action on several items including a budget amendment, technology purchases, first reading of policies, and approval of tentative graduates list. A public hearing was held on the 2019-20 budget amendment, and an informational presentation on the facility master plan was given.

• Public hearing on 2019-20 budget amendment (no tax levy impact)
• First reading of 12 policies including two new ones on Animals in the Classroom and Assistance Animals
• Approved $849,733 annual technology purchase (Bid 20-008) awarded to CDW-G ($676,175), KCAV ($160,369), and IPEVO ($8,989) for Chromebooks, flat panels, and document cameras
• Approved tentative list of 2020 graduates from ALHS and TJHS
• Facility master plan presented by Meyer Building Solutions, LLC

The Board approved an amended 2019-20 certified budget and awarded technology contracts totaling $845,533. Other actions included increasing the Kirn Middle School construction budget and approving the tentative 2020 graduate list.

• Approved 2019-20 Budget Amendment (7-0)
• Awarded technology bids to CDW-G ($676,175), Kansas City AV ($160,369), and IPEVO ($8,989) (7-0)
• Increased Kirn Middle School Hausmann Construction budget from $14,690,000 to $14,965,000 (7-0)
• Approved tentative list of 2020 graduates (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Daktronics for Thomas Jefferson Video Board (7-0)
• Selected COMDATA as purchasing card provider for 2020/21 school year (7-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 Consortium Agreement for Special Education Services (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including personnel and special education contracts (7-0)

Workshop/Business Meeting

The board held public hearings on several facility projects, then voted to approve plans and specifications for the Technology Building Remodel at 801 S. 16th Street. It awarded bids for the Abraham Lincoln High School student parking lot replacement to Bluffs Paving for $436,167.84, the Tinley/Kanesville building razing, and the ALHS drop-off lane project. Additionally, the board approved a first reading of revised Policy 425 on employee computer use to facilitate remote learning and passed second readings of multiple policies.

• Approved plans and specifications for Technology Building Remodel at 801 S. 16th Street
• Awarded Bid #20-006 ALHS student parking lot replacement to Bluffs Paving for $436,167.84
• Awarded Bid #20-005 Tinley/Kanesville building razing project
• Awarded Bid #20-004 ALHS drop-off lane project
• Approved first reading of Policy 425 on appropriate computer use for employees, waiving second reading

The Board approved several construction projects, including parking and bus lane work at Abraham Lincoln High School and the razing of the Tinley/Kanesville building. It also authorized a $9.5 million general obligation bond issuance and approved pandemic-related pay resolutions for employees.

• Approved $9.5M General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2020 (7-0)
• Approved $436,167.84 bid from Bluffs Paving for ALHS parking lot replacement (7-0)
• Approved $287,435.96 bid from Compass Utility, LLC for ALHS bus lane reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved $97,998 bid from Jim's Hauling for Tinley/Kanesville building demolition (7-0)
• Approved 1.5% base wage increase for Administrators and Standard employees for 2020-2021 (7-0)
• Approved pandemic pay resolutions to maintain regular pay for employees during temporary closure (7-0)
• Approved plans and specifications for the Technology Building Remodel (7-0)
• Appointed UMB Bank, NA as paying agent, bond registrar, and transfer agent (7-0)

Regular Business Meeting

The board held a public hearing on the 2020-21 certified budget. They approved a resolution rejecting all bids from a public bond sale and directing the sale of $9.5 million general obligation school bonds to Key Government Finance at 1.37% interest. They also approved E-Rate bids for data switches and fiber modules from Converge One and CAT6e cable from SmartWave Technologies.

• Public Hearing on 2020-21 Certified Budget
• Resolution rejecting all bids and selling $9,500,000 General Obligation School Bonds to Key Government Finance, Inc. at 1.37%
• Approved E-Rate bid from Converge One for $183,687.70 (85% discount, district cost $27,553.16) for data switches and fiber modules
• Approved E-Rate bid from SmartWave Technologies for $5,359.75 (85% discount, district cost $803.96) for CAT6e cable
• Approved minutes from March 10 work session/workshop and March 15 emergency meeting

The Board approved the 2020-21 certified budget with a levy rate of $16.99197 and directed the sale of $9.5 million in general obligation school bonds to Key Government Finance, Inc. The Board also approved wage increases for SEIU and CWA employees and authorized pandemic pay for certain staff during temporary closures.

• Approved 2020-21 certified budget with levy rate of $16.99197 (7-0)
• Approved sale of $9,500,000 general obligation school bonds to Key Government Finance, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved SEIU wage increases of 2% for '20-21 and 1.5% for '21-22 (4-3)
• Approved CWA wage increases of 2% for '20-21 and 1.5% for '21-22 (6-1)
• Authorized regular pay for substitute teachers and paraeducators for pre-scheduled jobs March 17 to April 14, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved E-Rate bids for Converge One ($183,687.70) and SmartWave Technologies ($5,359.75) (7-0)
• Approved CBEA Amended Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including personnel, financials, and special education contract (7-0)

Emergency Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved resolutions allowing the Superintendent to pay contracted, salaried, and hourly employees their regular pay for up to four weeks if the district temporarily closes due to the pandemic.

• Approved Pandemic Pay Resolution for Contracted and Salaried Employees
• Approved Pandemic Pay Resolution for Hourly/Non-Exempt Employees
• Voted to approve the agenda
• Discussion on suspension of school operations
• Adjourned the meeting

The board approved two resolutions authorizing the Superintendent to pay contracted, salaried, hourly, and non-exempt employees their regular pay for up to four weeks if the district closes due to the pandemic. The board will reconvene to determine further pay authority if closures exceed four weeks.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved Pandemic Pay Resolution for Contracted and Salaried Employees for up to four weeks (7-0)
• Approved Pandemic Pay Resolution for Hourly/Non-Exempt Employees for up to four weeks (7-0)

Workshop Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School Board approved resolutions authorizing the sale of $9.5 million in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020, and setting a public hearing for March 24 on the 2020-21 budget. The proposed budget shows a slight decrease in the property tax levy from $17.05 to $16.99 per $1,000 of valuation. The board also recognized students who placed top three at the Iowa DECA conference and received an update on preschool enrollment and achievement.

• Authorized sale of $9.5 million General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020, with bids due March 24
• Proposed 2020-21 budget decreases property tax levy to $16.99 per $1,000 of valuation
• Set public hearing on 2020-21 school budget for March 24, 2020
• Recognized 11 high school students who earned top 3 at Iowa DECA conference and invitations to International Conference
• Received preschool student achievement update from Director Tracy Mathews

The board approved the sale, preliminary official statement, and pre-bond levy for $9.5 million in General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2020. A public hearing for the 2020-21 school budget was scheduled for March 24, 2020.

• Approved sale of $9.5 million General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Official Statement for $9.5 million General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020 (6-0)
• Authorized issuance of up to $9.5 million General Obligation School Bonds and associated tax levy (6-0)
• Set public hearing for 2020-21 school budget for March 24, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved February 25, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Directors will hold a work session to discuss the 2020-2021 budget and choose future topics for upcoming work sessions. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily a discussion.

• Discussion of the 2020-2021 budget
• Selection of future work session topics

The board approved the meeting agenda. The session consisted of discussions regarding the 2020-2021 budget and the selection of future work session topics.

• Approved agenda (6-0)

Regular Business Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes, adopted the District Developed Special Education Service Delivery Plan for 2020‑2025, and adopted Administrative Regulation 607.2 on recommended special education class size. The Board also gave a first reading to a set of district policies, requested a $135,044.58 supplemental amount for a special education administrator, and approved the purchase of the Xello Career Information System for $76,953.55.

• Approval of District Developed Special Education Service Delivery Plan (2020‑2025)
• Adoption of Administrative Regulation 607.2 “Recommended Special Education Class Size”
• First reading of multiple district policies (e.g., Philosophy: Educational Mission, Nondiscrimination, Bond Disclosure)
• Request for $135,044.58 SBRC supplemental amount for a special education administrator
• Approval of purchase of Xello Career Information System for $76,953.55

The Board approved a special education service delivery plan for 2020-2025 and a new regulation regarding special education class size. The Board also authorized several purchases and agreements, including a career information system and Head Start services. A consent agenda covering personnel, financial results, and special education contracts was passed.

• Approved District Developed Special Education Service Delivery Plan 2020-2025 (6-1)
• Approved Administrative Regulation 607.2 Recommended Special Education Class Size (7-0)
• Approved request for $135,044.58 SBRC Modified Supplemental Amount for Special Education Administration Costs (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Xello Career Information System for $76,953.55 (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Blackboard for Parent Notification System (7-0)
• Approved agreement with West Central Community Action for 2020-21 Head Start Services (7-0)
• Approved first reading of policies (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including personnel, financial results, and special education contracts (7-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District held a work session to discuss student learning. Mark Schuldt and Julie Smith provided a presentation regarding the Data Wall.

• Presentation on Data Wall by Mark Schuldt (Chief of Elementary Education) and Julie Smith (Chief of Secondary Education)

The board approved the meeting agenda and received a presentation on a Data Wall regarding student learning from Mark Schuldt and Julie Smith. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Approved agenda (6-0)

Work Session

The council approved the meeting agenda by a passed motion. The board then reviewed the survey results used to select professional development topics. Finally, members discussed how often professional development meetings should be held.

• Approval of agenda (motion passed)
• Discussion of survey results for professional development topics
• Discussion of frequency for professional development meetings

The board held a work session to discuss professional development topics. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)

Workshop Meeting

The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the minutes from the January 28, 2020, meeting and voted to request a $221,110 modification to its state supplemental amount for lost Title 1 funding. The meeting also included a presentation on winter student achievement results and an informational session regarding a new parent communication system.

• Approval of minutes from Jan 28, 2020
• Request for $221,110 Title 1 funding
• Winter 2020 MAP student achievement results
• Information on Blackboard parent communication system
• Council Bluffs Schools Foundation annual summary

The board approved a request for a Modified Supplement Amount to recover lost Title 1 funding. The meeting also included presentations on student achievement and communication tools.

• Approved request to SBRC for $221,110 in lost Title 1 funding (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes from January 28, 2020 regular business meeting (6-0)

Regular Business Meeting

The board will hold a public hearing on the 2020-2025 District Developed Special Education Service Delivery Plan and then vote on its approval. They will also vote on employee handbook revisions, job description revisions for three positions, and a $108,468 per year wellness program contract with HealthCheck 360.

• Public hearing on 2020-2025 special education service delivery plan
• Approval of special education service delivery plan
• Approval of employee handbook revisions
• Approval of job description revisions for Director of Facility and Maintenance, Building and Grounds Foreman, and District Controller
• Approval of HealthCheck 360 wellness program contract at $108,468/year

The Board approved a Master Facility Plan agreement with Meyer Building Solutions and a spending authority request for 2018-19 excess ELL costs. Other actions included approving employee handbook and job description revisions, a wellness program contract, and a consent agenda. Two items regarding special education plans and class sizes were tabled.

• Approved Master Facility Plan proposal from Meyer Building Solutions for $20,000 (6-0)
• Approved request to SBRC for $372,649.52 for 2018-19 excess ELL costs (6-0)
• Approved Employee Handbook revisions (6-0)
• Approved job description revisions (6-0)
• Approved HealthCheck 360 wellness program contract (6-0)
• Approved parental authorization and release form for student medication (6-0)
• Tabled District Developed Special Education Service Delivery Plan
• Tabled Administrative Regulation 607.2 Special Education Maximum Class Size

Workshop Meeting

The Council Bluffs School Board will discuss the Class of 2019 postsecondary enrollment report, which shows a 3% decrease in immediate college enrollment and a 3% drop in freshman-to-sophomore persistence. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as approval of the agenda and minutes, and public participation.

• Discussion of the Class of 2019 Postsecondary Enrollment Report, including fall enrollment, persistence, and degree completion data
• Approval of minutes from the December 10, 2019 work session and workshop/business meetings (procedural)
• Approval of the agenda (procedural)
• Public participation period for community comments

The Board approved a grant application for Shared Visions preschool programming at Roosevelt and Rue Elementary schools. It also approved a request for $3,164,913 in modified allowable growth for 2020-21 drop-out prevention and at-risk services.

• Approved Shared Visions grant application for preschool programming (7-0)
• Approved request for $3,164,913 in modified allowable growth for Drop-Out Prevention and At-Risk services (7-0)
• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved December 10, 2019 meeting minutes (7-0)

Work Session

The Council Bluffs Community School District board met for a work session. The primary focus was a discussion on Chapter 8, "Staying the Course," from the Leadership for Student Learning materials.

• Discussion of Leadership for Student Learning; Chapter 8 - Staying the Course

The board held a work session focused on board development. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the agenda as presented (6-0)