Council Bluffs Community School District public meetings in 2022
38 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School Board held a public hearing on concrete repairs at several schools and discussed literacy, math, and behavior support programs. The board approved second readings of policies aligning with Iowa code changes and authorized four supplemental budget requests totaling over $1.17 million, including $784,852 for open-enrolled-out students. Additionally, the board approved a $38,889 contract for the Cardonex Master Scheduler software.
- Public hearing on concrete repairs at ALHS, TJHS, College View, and Wilson for Summer 2023
- Approved second reading of nine policies (e.g., Professional Development, Curriculum, Technology) per Iowa Chapter 802
- Authorized $242,176 supplemental request for LEP instruction beyond 5 years
- Authorized $784,852 supplemental request for open enrolled out students not on prior year headcount
- Approved $38,889 for Cardonex Master Scheduler software
The Board approved several requests for modified supplemental funding related to English language learning, open enrollment, and increased enrollment. Other actions included the purchase of scheduling software and a passenger van, as well as the approval of various special education contracts.
- Authorized $242,176 supplemental request for LEP instruction (7-0)
- Authorized $784,852 supplemental request for open enrollment out students (7-0)
- Authorized $145,961 supplemental request for increased enrollment (7-0)
- Approved purchase of Cardonex software (7-0)
- Approved purchase of 2019 Nissan passenger van for $55,000 (7-0)
- Approved second reading of policies and first reading of administrative regulations (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including special education contracts and personnel agenda (6-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved $674.51 and $668.57 donations from Knights of Columbus (6-0, 1 abstain)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss legislative priorities for the 2023 session with members of the Iowa Senate and House of Representatives. The meeting will also include procedural items such as the approval of the agenda and adjournment.
- Legislative Round Table with Iowa Senate and House members
- Approval of agenda
- Adjournment
The board held a work session consisting of procedural items and a legislative round table discussion. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.
- Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
Exempt Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board is holding an exempt (closed) session on November 8, 2022. The agenda includes only procedural items and a discussion of unspecified topics in exempt session. No public decisions or details are disclosed.
- Exempt (closed) session to discuss matters not disclosed to the public
Annual Meeting
This annual meeting included the election of a Board President and Vice-President (names not specified in the record), re-appointment of Dean Wilson as Board Secretary/Treasurer, approval of 2023 board meeting dates, and approval of attendance at the IASB Annual Convention. The meeting also included procedural items such as selecting a temporary chair and administering oaths of office.
- Election of Board President (motion passed, nominee not named in record)
- Election of Vice-President (motion passed, nominee not named in record)
- Re-appointment of Dean Wilson as Board Secretary/Treasurer for 2022-23
- Approval of 2023 board meeting dates (list provided, e.g., Jan 10, Jan 24, etc.)
- Approval of board member attendance and expense payment for IASB Annual Convention
The board elected Chris LaFerla as President and Jared Tripp as Vice-President. The board also re-appointed the Board Secretary/Treasurer and approved the 2023 meeting schedule.
- Elected Chris LaFerla as President (6-0)
- Elected Jared Tripp as Vice-President (6-0)
- Re-appointed Dean Wilson as Board Secretary/Treasurer for 2022-23 (6-0)
- Approved 2023 board meeting dates (6-0)
- Approved board member attendance and expenses for IASB convention (6-0)
- Approved selection of Temporary Chair (6-0)
- Approved agenda (6-0)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meetings. It recognized American Education Week, staff members, and discussed early childhood strategic planning and an update on the Early Learning Center construction. The Board also approved the first reading of several policy updates and two major purchases: a new ALHS marquee for $38,215 and a three‑year FortiEDR endpoint security contract for $35,989.
- Approval of agenda as presented
- Approval of October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
- First reading of policies (e.g., 427 Professional Development, 639 Technology and Instructional Materials)
- Purchase of ALHS marquee replacement – Daktronics Model GS6X-90x270-8-RGB for $38,215
- Approval of FortiEDR ransomware protection contract for $35,989
The Board approved several equipment and service contracts, including a multi-year printer lease and a new school marque. Members also approved the first reading of policies and a three-year ransomware protection contract.
- Approved renewal of Visual Edge IT printer lease for 63 months at $623,556.36 (6-0)
- Approved purchase of ALHS marque replacement from American Lift & Sign Svc. for $38,215.00 (6-0)
- Approved FortiEDR ransomware PC client protection for 3 years (6-0)
- Approved first reading of policies (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including All Care Mobile Health Clinic MOU, Personnel Agenda, and expenditures for Oct 20-Nov 2, 2022 (6-0)
- Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
Work Session
At this work session, the Council Bluffs Community School Board will hear school improvement plans from principals. Time permitting, the board will also discuss new board member orientation questions. The meeting is informational with no voting items.
- School improvement plans presented by principals
- New board member orientation questions (if time permits)
The board approved the meeting agenda. The session included information on school improvement plans and a discussion regarding new board member orientation questions.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs School Board approved a $212,000 project to repair an HVAC unit at Rue Elementary and a $257,976.50 three-year subscription for the Lexia Core5 literacy program. The meeting also included approval of an early notification incentive for staff and a policy review list for the coming year.
- Approval of $212,000 ERV unit for Rue Elementary
- Approval of $257,976.50 Lexia Core5 literacy program
- Approval of $1,250 early notification incentive for staff
- Approval of $652,012.27 ELL spending authority request
- Acceptance of $1,200 donation from Knights of Columbus
The Board approved a bid for an ERV unit at Rue Elementary and authorized a request for $652,012.27 to cover excess ELL program costs. Other approved items included a literacy support subscription and the 2022-23 Policy Review List. A consent agenda including multiple special education contracts and gifts was also passed.
- Approved $169,000 bid from Rasmussen Mechanical for Rue Elementary ERV unit (7-0)
- Authorized request to SBRC for $652,012.27 in excess ELL program costs (7-0)
- Approved '22-23 Early Notification Incentive (7-0)
- Approved 3-year subscription renewal for Lexia Core5 literacy support (7-0)
- Approved 2022-23 Policy Review List (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including special education contracts and gifts (7-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education held a work session to discuss the upcoming annual meeting scheduled for November. The meeting was procedural, including the approval of the agenda and adjournment.
- Approval of agenda
- Discussion of upcoming annual meeting
- Adjournment
The board held a work session where the only formal action taken was the approval of the meeting agenda. The session included a discussion regarding the upcoming annual meeting and an exempt session.
- Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold a public hearing on replacing the ERV at Rue Elementary after a compressor failure, with an estimated cost of $212,000. They will also review Fall 2022 NWEA MAP results and receive informational presentations on the SAM process and principal development. The meeting includes approval of the agenda and minutes from previous meetings.
- Public hearing on Rue Elementary ERV replacement for $212,000
- Approval of minutes from September 27, 2022 work session and regular business meeting
- Presentation on Fall 2022 NWEA MAP results
- Informational presentation on the School Administrative Manager (SAM) process
- Informational presentation on principal development
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 27, 2022, Work Session and Regular Business Meetings. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations and a public hearing.
- Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
- Approved minutes from September 27, 2022, Work Session and Regular Business Meetings (6-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the meeting agenda and discussed the District Trend Report. The session also included time for New Board Member Orientation questions if time permitted.
- Approval of agenda
- District Trend Report presentation
- New Board Member Orientation questions
The board held a work session to review a district trend report and discuss new board member orientation questions. The only formal action taken was the approval of the agenda.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the renovation of the Kanesville Learning Center, updated public records policy, and approved administrative regulations for personnel resignations. The board also authorized requests for state funding to cover special education and English Language Learner program deficits.
- Kanesville Learning Center renovation bid approved ($4,965,000)
- Policy 902 public records policy approved
- Policy 420 resignation of licensed personnel approved
- Request for $2,242,078.65 Special Education deficit funding
- Request for $433,602.15 LEP program excess costs funding
The Board approved a construction contract for the Kanesville Learning Center and authorized several funding requests for special education and LEP program deficits. Other actions included extending a business center lease and updating district policies regarding public records and personnel resignations.
- Approved $4,965,000 renovation bid from Midwest DCM of Omaha for Kanesville Learning Center (7-0)
- Requested $2,242,078.65 in SBRC spending authority for 2021-2022 special education deficit (7-0)
- Authorized $433,602.15 SBRC request for 2021-2022 excess LEP program costs (7-0)
- Approved 1% budget guarantee request and potential property tax levy for FY 2023-2024 (7-0)
- Approved Omni Business Center lease extension from August 1, 2024, through July 31, 2034 (7-0)
- Approved revised Policy 902 regarding Public's Right To Know and records retention (7-0)
- Approved updated Policy 420 and Administrative Regulation 420.1 on licensed personnel resignation (7-0)
- Approved renewal of Cox Business IP Centrex Phone System for 120 months (7-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold a work session. They will receive information on the Diploma+1 program. They will also discuss a final contract break. Time permitting, they will address new board member orientation questions.
- Information on Diploma+1 program from Chief Academic Officer
- Final contract break discussion with Chief Human Resource Officer
- New board member orientation questions (if time permits)
The board held a work session to discuss several topics, including Diploma +1 and contract breaks. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded other than the approval of the agenda.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
Workshop Meeting
The board will discuss advanced course enrollment data for Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln High Schools, as well as an update on Diploma Plus One achievement for the class of 2022. Informational presentations will cover revisions to the district's 2021-2024 strategic goals and the 2021-22 treasurer's report. Procedural items include approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Diploma Plus One and advanced course enrollment overview at Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln High Schools
- Revision of 2021-2024 district strategic goals
- Presentation of 2021-2022 treasurer's report
- Approval of agenda and minutes from August 23, 2022
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 23, 2022, meetings. The session included presentations on student achievement, strategic goals, and the 2021-22 Treasurer's Report. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes from August 23, 2022 meetings (6-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold a work session to discuss preliminary state assessment scores and a background check policy. The board will also address new board member orientation questions if time permits. No formal votes are scheduled on substantive items.
- Background Check Discussion presented by compliance and project management staff
- Preliminary State Assessment Scores presented by academic officers
- New Board Member Orientation Questions if time permits
The board held a work session to discuss background checks, preliminary state assessment scores, and new board member orientation questions. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.
- Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved agreements with Iowa Western Community College and Buena Vista University for teacher and paraeducator apprenticeship grants. The board also authorized a digital math tool pilot and updated facility use regulations. Discussions included a review of 2022 summer learning and the district's multi-tiered system of supports.
- Approved $8,000 from Title I Budget to pilot DreamBox math learning tool in Title I elementary schools
- Approved MOUs with Iowa Western Community College and Buena Vista University for registered apprenticeship grants
- Approved Administrative Regulation 906.2 regarding the Application for School Use form
- First reading of Policy 902 regarding Public's Right To Know and Records Retention
- Review of 2022 Summer Learning and Extended School Year (ESY) program services
The Board approved agreements with Iowa Western Community College and Buena Vista University. They also authorized a pilot of the DreamBox math learning tool in Title I elementary schools and approved a comprehensive consent agenda including special education contracts.
- Approved Administrative Regulation 906.2 Application for School Use (7-0)
- Approved first reading of Policy 902 Public's Right To Know (7-0)
- Approved amended 3-year agreement with Iowa Western Community College (7-0)
- Approved agreement with Buena Vista University (7-0)
- Appointed Lauren Myers as delegate for IASB Special Delegate Assembly (7-0)
- Approved pilot of DreamBox learning tool in Title I elementary schools (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including public records fees and personnel agenda (7-0)
- Approved special education contracts for Universal Pediatrics, Alpha School, and Nebraska Center for Blind or Visually Impaired (7-0)
Work Session
This work session includes a HR update on the District's Employee Contract Policy, discussion of legislative priorities, and new board member orientation questions. No formal votes are taken on these topics at this meeting.
- HR update on the District's Employee Contract Policy by Chief of Human Resources Garry Milbourn
- Board discussion of legislative priorities
- New board member orientation questions if time permits
The board held a work session to discuss HR employee contract policy, legislative priorities, and new board member orientation. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.
- Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School Board will hold public hearings on the Kanesville Renovation and a property deed at 1806 Avenue G. The board is set to vote on resolutions including increasing substitute teacher rates for 2022-2023 (daily rate from $165 to $170, long-term from $175 to $180), approving the 2023 Iowa legislative priorities, adopting a maintenance contract with the City of Council Bluffs, and approving the Special Education Consortium Agreement. Informational presentations will cover the district’s safety and security plan.
- Public hearing on Kanesville Renovation
- Public hearing and resolution to deed 825 sq ft at 1806 Avenue G to homeowner Danielle Welker for nominal consideration
- Resolution to approve 2023 Iowa legislative priorities for education
- Resolution to approve maintenance contract with City of Council Bluffs for vehicle/equipment repairs (updated indemnification clause)
- Resolution to increase substitute teacher daily rate to $170 and long-term rate to $180 for 2022-2023
The Board approved several operational contracts, including a security system installation by Kidwell Electric and a maintenance contract with the City of Council Bluffs. It also authorized increased substitute teacher rates for the 2022-2023 school year and the sale of property on Avenue G. The 2023 Legislative Priorities and a Special Education Consortium Agreement were also approved.
- Approved 2023 Legislative Priorities (7-0)
- Approved vehicle and equipment maintenance contract with City of Council Bluffs (7-0)
- Approved 2022-23 Special Education Consortium Agreement (7-0)
- Approved increased substitute teacher rates for 2022-2023 (7-0)
- Approved sale of Avenue G real property to Danielle Welker (7-0)
- Approved Early Learning Center security system bid from Kidwell Electric (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including graduates list and personnel agenda (7-0)
- Approved June 28, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold a work session where they will discuss an employee contract policy presented by the Chief of Human Resources. The board will also vote on a resolution to go into closed session to discuss litigation strategy and potential real estate transactions under Iowa Code. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and adjournment.
- Discussion of Employee Contract Policy presented by Chief Human Resources Officer Garry Milbourn
- Resolution to enter closed session for litigation strategy under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(c)
- Resolution to enter closed session for real estate discussions under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Board of Directors met to approve several administrative resolutions, including the continuation of Dr. Murillo's employment contract. The meeting also included reports on student achievement, technology usage, and extra/co-curricular participation.
- Approval of Dr. Murillo's continued superintendent employment contract
- Second reading and approval of multiple district policies
- Approval of Professional Growth Systems for various staff levels
- Approval of Employee Handbook revisions
- $21,400 purchase of Lexia PowerUp licenses for Middle School ELA intervention
Work Session
The Board will vote to enter a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual (likely the superintendent) at the request of that individual to avoid reputational injury. The rest of the meeting consists of procedural items such as agenda approval and adjournment.
- Resolution to go into closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) for superintendent evaluation
- Closed session to evaluate professional competency of an individual
The board approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of the Superintendent. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved motion to enter closed session for Superintendent's evaluation (7-0)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Directors approved several instructional material purchases and a contract extension for substitute teachers. The board also conducted a first reading of 12 district policies.
- Purchase of K-6 reading instructional materials from McGraw-Hill for $983,613.02
- Purchase of K-5 special education and reading intervention materials from McGraw-Hill for $376,037.05
- Extension of the Teachers On Call substitute teacher contract
- First reading of 12 policies including Board Functions, Internet-Appropriate Student Use, and Teaching About Controversial Issues
- Recognition of 2022 District Employees of the Year: Brittany Hettrick, Judy McClellen, and Dan Black
The Board approved several instructional material purchases from McGraw-Hill and Educational Solutions Northwest. A furniture bid from Omaha Interior Design was accepted, and a vehicle maintenance agreement with the City of Council Bluffs was tabled.
- Approved purchase of K-6 reading instructional materials from McGraw-Hill (7-0)
- Approved purchase of K-5 special education and reading intervention materials from McGraw-Hill (7-0)
- Approved $103,250 for Bridges elementary math unit refill kits (7-0)
- Accepted furniture bid from Omaha Interior Design for a three-year period (7-0)
- Approved contracts with Educational Solutions Northwest for math camp, professional development, and consulting (7-0)
- Approved extension of Teachers On Call contract (7-0)
- Tabled four-year vehicle and equipment maintenance agreement with City of Council Bluffs (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including personnel, financial statements, and software renewals (7-0)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold a workshop meeting on May 10, 2022. The board will vote on a resolution to approve the tentative list of 2022 graduates from Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson High Schools. The meeting also includes recognition of 117 students who completed Iowa Western Community College certificates, diplomas, or degrees.
- Approval of tentative list of 2022 graduates from Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson High Schools
- Recognition of 117 students who earned Iowa Western Community College credentials
- Public participation opportunity for residents
- Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022 meetings
- Approval of meeting agenda
The Board approved the tentative list of 2022 graduates. The meeting also included the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the April 26, 2022 meetings.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes from April 26, 2022 Work Session and Regular Business Meetings (6-0)
- Approved tentative list of 2022 graduates (6-0)
Work Session
The board approved the agenda as presented. It will review the Superintendent Evaluation Tools. It will discuss One Source and Contract Bids. If time allows, the board will continue the "At the Board Table" exercises before adjourning.
- Approval of agenda as presented
- Review of Superintendent Evaluation Tools
- Discussion of One Source and Contract Bids
- Continuation of "At the Board Table" exercises (if time permits)
The board held a work session to discuss superintendent evaluation tools, contract bids, and board exercises. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded beyond the approval of the agenda.
- Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved a $994,000 contract for HVAC system optimization across district buildings and a $358,900 agreement with Green Hills AEA for school-based interventionists. The meeting also included the approval of policy second readings and attendance center enrollments.
- Approval of Optimized Systems HVAC integration ($994,000)
- Green Hills AEA School Based Interventionists MOU ($358,900)
- Second reading of policies 210, 223, 404, 416, 502, 507, 507.1, 507.2, 601, 606, 910, 911
- Approval of 2021-22 Attendance Center Enrollments
- Approval of Work Session and Workshop Minutes from April 12, 2022
The Board approved several facility upgrades, including HVAC systems optimization and the ALHS Auditorium project. They also authorized purchases for K-12 art, music, and drama instructional resources. Additionally, the Board approved agreements with Green Hills AEA and various special education contracts.
- Approved $994,000 for HVAC Systems Optimization across all District buildings (7-0)
- Approved $705,000 contract with D.R. Anderson for ALHS Auditorium Project (4-3)
- Approved $46,950 to repaint TJHS tennis courts (7-0)
- Approved $93,620 Change Order #3 for Early Learning Center (7-0)
- Approved 2021-22 Attendance Center Enrollments (7-0)
- Approved instructional resources for K-12 Art, High School Drama, and K-12 Music (7-0)
- Approved agreement with Green Hills Area Education Agency for 2022-2023 (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including special education contracts and March 2022 financial report (7-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board held a work session to discuss preparations for end-of-year events and continue board training exercises. The agenda was approved by a unanimous vote. No other decisions were made.
- Approval of agenda (passed unanimously)
- Discussion on preparing for end-of-year events
- At the Board Table exercises (if time permits)
The board held a work session to discuss end-of-year events and board table exercises. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved the agenda (7-0)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the 2022-2023 certified budget with a property tax levy of $16.25381 per thousand dollars of valuation. The board also approved a $1,000 retention payment for 34 certified staff members not covered by the governor's initiative and requested $34,448 in Modified Supplemental Amount (MSA) for these payments.
- Approved 2022-23 certified budget with a levy rate of $16.25381 per thousand dollars of valuation
- Approved $1,000 retention payment for 34 certified staff members not covered under governor's initiative
- Requested $34,448.00 in Modified Supplemental Amount (MSA) for certified staff retention pay
- Approved minutes from Work Session and Regular Business Meetings of March 22, 2022
- Approved agenda for the April 12, 2022 Workshop Meeting
The board approved the 2022-23 certified budget and a construction contract for the Early Learning Center. It also authorized retention payments for 34 certified staff members and a corresponding funding request from the SBRC.
- Approved 2022-23 certified budget with levy rate of $16.25381 per thousand dollars of property valuation (7-0)
- Approved $1,000 retention payments to 34 certified staff members (7-0)
- Requested $34,448.00 in Modified Supplemental Amount (MSA) from SBRC for staff retention payments (7-0)
- Approved Midwest DCM of Omaha, NE as low bid for Early Learning Center Project for $14,300,490.00 (6-1)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved March 22, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold a work session to receive an annual update from the Chief Human Resources Officer. The Board may also continue 'At the Board Table' exercises if time permits.
- HR Annual Update provided by Garry Milbourn, Chief Human Resources Officer
- At the Board Table exercises
The board held a work session consisting of procedural items and an informational presentation. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School Board is voting on several items, including approving student fees for 2022-23 (unchanged), first and second readings of policy updates, and issuing contracts to teachers, administrators, and standard employees with a 2% base wage increase. The total fiscal impact for contracts is over $1.15 million from the General Fund and Nutrition Fund.
- Approval of 2022-23 student fees (unchanged from prior year)
- First reading of 10 policies on committees, gifts, salaries, attendance, complaints, etc.
- Second reading and final approval of 20 policies and administrative regulations
- Issuance of CBEA (teacher) contracts for $956,971 with a 2% increase
- Issuance of administrator contracts for $99,528 and standard employee wage increase of $95,977, both at 2%
The Board approved student fees for the 2022-23 school year and a 2.0% base wage increase for both administrator and standard employee groups. Several large procurement contracts for science resources, technology, and bus services were also approved. The Board further authorized a change order for soil stabilization at the Early Learning Center.
- Approved 2022-23 student fees (7-0)
- Approved 2.0% base wage increase for Administrator employee group (7-0)
- Approved 2.0% base wage increase for Standard employee group (7-0)
- Approved $594,193.36 purchase of K-12 science resources from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (7-0)
- Approved 2023-2027 bus lease and service contracts with First Student (7-0)
- Approved $123,744.41 purchase of Clear Touch flat screen panels from KCAV (7-0)
- Approved Early Learning Center change order #2 for soil stabilization not to exceed $249,879 (7-0)
- Approved E-Rate bids for UPS equipment and cabling totaling $88,520 (7-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold a work session on March 8, 2022. The main agenda item is a discussion of the budget with administration. Time permitting, the board will also continue 'At the Board Table' exercises.
- Budget discussion with administration
- At the Board Table exercises (if time permits)
The board held a work session consisting of procedural items and discussions. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded beyond the approval of the agenda.
- Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the minutes from its February 22 meeting and approved a contract with DLR Group for architectural services for the Kanesville Renovation Project. The meeting also included a presentation on winter GOLD preschool assessment results.
- Approval of minutes from February 22 meetings
- Contract with DLR Group for Kanesville renovation
- Presentation on winter GOLD preschool assessment results
- Update on Kanesville Renovation Project
- Public participation rules explained
The board approved the selection of DLR Group to provide architectural services for the Kanesville Alternative School renovation. The meeting also included presentations on preschool assessment results and the Kanesville project.
- Approved architectural contract with DLR Group for Kanesville Renovation (6-0)
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes from February 22, 2022 meetings (6-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education held a work session on February 22, 2022, to discuss school leadership progress and receive a COVID update from administration. The meeting was procedural, concluding with the approval of the agenda and an adjournment.
- Approval of agenda
- School leadership progress update
- COVID update from administration
- At the Board Table exercises
The board held a work session to discuss school leadership, COVID-19 updates, and board exercises. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.
- Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
Regular Business Meeting
The board will hold a public hearing on the Early Learning Center project plans and specifications. It will also vote on approving school calendars for 2022-23 and 2023-24, renewing audit services with Seim Johnson for four years, purchasing Chromebooks for $945,550, and adopting a job description for an Early Childhood Coordinator.
- Public hearing on plans and specifications for the Early Learning Center project
- Approval of 2022-23 and 2023-24 school calendars
- Appointment of Seim Johnson as independent auditor for 2023-2026 ($44,500-$49,000 per year)
- Purchase of Chromebooks for $945,550 from ESSR funds (Bid 22-006)
- First reading of 13 district policies including legal counsel, superintendent evaluation, and fiscal planning
The Board approved several high-value contracts for technology and facility upgrades. It also finalized school calendars for the next two academic years and appointed an independent auditor for 2023-2026.
- Awarded Chromebook technology purchase bid to CDW-G for $945,550.00 (7-0)
- Approved HVAC upgrades at Roosevelt Elementary School with Grunwald Mechanical of Omaha, NE, not to exceed $981,543 less alternate 1 (7-0)
- Approved $112,000 amended contract with Meyer Building Solutions LLC for Kanesville Alternative School renovation (7-0)
- Appointed Seim Johnson as independent auditor for school years 2023-2026 (7-0)
- Approved 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school calendars (7-0)
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Council Bluffs Public Library for student library cards (6-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved first reading of policies (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including personnel, financials, and special education contracts (7-0)
Work Session
This work session includes a discussion of the Early Learning Center budget project overview and a COVID update from administration. The board may also begin 'At the Board Table' exercises if time permits. The agenda was approved earlier with a motion passed unanimously.
- Discussion on Early Learning Center Budget Project Overview
- COVID update provided by administration
- Possible start of 'At the Board Table' exercises
- Approval of agenda as presented (motion passed)
The board held a work session to discuss the Early Learning Center Budget Project, COVID updates, and 'At the Board Table' exercises. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made other than the approval of the agenda.
- Approved the agenda as presented (Passed)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Directors held a workshop to discuss and vote on the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school calendars, review Winter 2022 MAP assessment results, and approve a grading services contract for the Early Learning Center.
- Awarded Leick Construction of Glenwood, IA a $297,800.00 grading contract for the Early Learning Center
- Public hearing on proposed 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school calendars
- Review of Winter 2022 MAP assessment results
- Presentation on Iowa legislative session updates
- Approval of minutes from Work Session and Regular Business Meetings of January 25, 2022
The board approved a contract for grading services at the Early Learning Center. Other business included a presentation on winter MAP results and a legislative session update.
- Approved $297,800 grading contract for Early Learning Center awarded to Leick Construction (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes from January 25, 2022 meetings (7-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board held a work session to discuss meeting protocols and receive a COVID update from administration. The board also provided an opportunity for new members to ask questions.
- Review of public meeting types (open, closed, exempt)
- COVID update provided by Administration
- Opportunity for new Board Members to ask questions
- Approval of the agenda
- Adjournment
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved several funding requests to the School Budget Review Committee (SBRC) and accepted the 2020-21 audit report. The board also approved revisions to the Employee Handbook for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year.
- Request to SBRC for $3,156,387 for 2022-23 Drop-Out Prevention and At-Risk services
- Request to SBRC for $213,196.50 for FY22 State-Wide Voluntary Preschool Program increased enrollment
- Request to SBRC for $61,808.88 for special education administrative costs
- Request to SBRC for $2,647.90 for a special education student attending Woodward-Granger School District
- Approval of 2020-21 audit report and Employee Handbook revisions
The Board approved multiple spending authority requests from the SBRC for drop-out prevention, preschool, and special education. They also authorized several construction and design contracts for Abraham Lincoln High School and renamed Dexter Bloomer Elementary School.
- Approved $3,156,387 SBRC request for 2022-23 Drop-Out Prevention and At-Risk services (6-0)
- Approved $98,200 agreement with BVH Architects for ALHS Auditorium and Lobby Projects (6-0)
- Approved $139,899.05 bid from Bluffs Paving for ALHS Outdoor Classroom Project (6-0)
- Approved $54,686.65 change order for ALHS Outdoor Classroom door (6-0)
- Renamed Dexter Bloomer Elementary School to Amelia and Dexter Bloomer Elementary School (6-0)
- Approved $213,196.50 SBRC request for State-Wide Voluntary Preschool Program (6-0)
- Approved CWA contract and Employee Handbook revisions (6-0)
- Accepted 2020-21 Audit Report (6-0)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the agenda and held a work session to discuss Public Employment Relations Board training and future meeting topics.
- Approved agenda
- Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) training overview
- Calendar discussion for work session topics
The board held a work session to review training and calendar topics. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Directors held a workshop meeting on January 11, 2022. The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 14, 2021, meeting. The session included a public participation period and informational presentations on student achievement and the Green Hills Area Education Agency.
- Approval of agenda and minutes from December 14, 2021
- Public participation period
- Update on Class of 2021 postsecondary enrollment
- Green Hills Area Education Agency presentation
- Adjournment
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 14, 2021, meeting. The session included informational presentations on Class of 2021 postsecondary enrollment and a report from the Green Hills Area Education Agency.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved December 14, 2021 Workshop/Business Meeting minutes (7-0)