Council Bluffs Community School District public meetings in 2025
37 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss education-related issues with local representatives from the Iowa House and Senate for the upcoming legislative session. The meeting will also include procedural items such as the approval of the agenda and adjournment.
- Discussion with Iowa House and Senate representatives on education issues
- Approval of the agenda
- Adjournment
The board approved the meeting agenda. The session included a legislative discussion with Iowa Representative Brent Siegrist.
- Approved the agenda (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board held a workshop/business meeting on December 9, 2025. They approved a $34,500 contract with A Cut Above Painting to paint the Abraham Lincoln High School main gym and stairwell, authorized requests for state supplemental funding totaling over $1.4 million for English learner instruction and open enrollment students, and appointed a representative to the Pottawattamie County Assessor's Conference Board. The board also recognized employees and students and discussed proposed changes to the 2026-2027 high school program of studies.
- Approved $34,500 contract with A Cut Above Painting for ALHS main gym and stairwell painting over winter break
- Authorized submission of $182,467 modified supplemental amount request for English learner instruction beyond five years
- Authorized submission of $1,245,293 modified supplemental amount request for open-enrolled-out students
- Appointed a representative (name blank in agenda) to the Pottawattamie County Assessor's Conference Board for 2025-26
- Recognized November Employees of the Month and state-honored students
The Council Bluffs Community School District board approved several financial and administrative actions. These included a $34,500 painting contract for ALHS and authorizations to request modified supplemental amounts for English Learners and open enrollment students.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved November 11 and November 17 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved $34,500 contract with A Cut Above Painting for ALHS Main Gym and stairwell (6-0)
- Authorized request for $182,467 in English Learners instruction supplemental funding (6-0)
- Authorized request for $1,245,293 in open enrollment supplemental funding (6-0)
- Appointed Angela Griner to Pottawattamie County Assessor's Conference Board (6-0)
- Approved updates to Travel Expense Reimbursement Administrative Regulation (6-0)
- Approved contract with Dr. Kaye Otten for Special Education Behavior Consultant (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Special Meeting/Organizational Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Directors is conducting an organizational meeting to swear in elected members and appoint leadership. The body is deciding on the election of a Board President and Vice-President, as well as the appointment of a Secretary/Treasurer.
- Election of Board President and Vice-President
- Appointment of David Nicholson as Board Secretary/Treasurer for 2025-26
- Approval of 2025-26 Board meeting dates
- Administration of Oaths of Office by Judge Eric Nelson
The Board held an organizational meeting to elect leadership for the 2025-26 school year. Jared Tripp was elected President and Lauren Myers was elected Vice President. The Board also appointed David Nicholson as Secretary/Treasurer and established the annual meeting schedule.
- Selected Diane Ostrowski as Temporary Chair (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Elected Jared Tripp as President (5-2)
- Elected Lauren Myers as Vice President (5-2)
- Appointed David Nicholson as Board Secretary/Treasurer (7-0)
- Approved 2025-26 Board meeting dates (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Work Session
The meeting consists of procedural opening items and a discussion topic regarding AASA Magazine - Managing the Decline. No specific actions or votes on district policy were recorded in this agenda.
- Discussion: AASA Magazine - Managing the Decline
The board held a work session on November 11, 2025. The only formal action taken was the approval of the meeting agenda. The board also discussed an AASA Magazine piece titled 'Managing the Decline'.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board is appointing a negotiation team for upcoming labor contracts and voting on regional education agency directors. The Board is also approving safety training and virtual therapy service contracts.
- Appointment of Julie Foster, David Nicholson, and Zach Pope to the CWA and CBEA negotiation team
- Weighted votes for Murray Fenn (District 3) and Mary Ann Hanusa (District 4) for Green Hills AEA Board
- $15,612.80 contract with Vector Solutions for 2026-27 safety and compliance training
- No-cost contract extension with Hazel Health for virtual therapy services through 2026/27
- Approval of October 2025 board disbursements
The Board approved the appointment of a district negotiation team for upcoming CWA and CBEA contracts. They also authorized weighted votes for Murray Fenn and Mary Ann Hanusa for the Green Hills AEA Board of Directors. Additionally, the Board approved a safety training contract with Vector Solutions.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (7-0)
- Authorized Julie Foster, David Nicholson, and Zach Pope as District Negotiation Team (7-0)
- Cast weighted vote for Murray Fenn as Green Hills AEA Director of District 3 (7-0)
- Cast weighted vote for Mary Ann Hanusa as Green Hills AEA Director of District 4 (7-0)
- Approved Vector Solutions contract for 2026-27 safety and compliance training (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including Hazel Heath extension, personnel, and October disbursements (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Organizational Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold an organizational meeting to elect a President and Vice-President. The Board will also appoint a Secretary/Treasurer and establish the meeting calendar for the 2025-26 school year.
- Election of Board President and Vice-President
- Appointment of David Nicholson as Board Secretary/Treasurer for 2025-26
- Approval of 2025-26 Board meeting dates (generally second and fourth Tuesdays)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education will hold a work session to receive information on the 2025-2026 Comprehensive School Improvement Plans (CSIPs) from school principals. The plans align with district strategic goals and focus on instructional improvement, safe schools, and attendance. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is largely informational.
- Presentation of 2025-26 Comprehensive School Improvement Plans by principals
The board approved the meeting agenda. The only discussion topic was the 2025-26 School Improvement Plans.
- Approved the agenda (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved a STEM Innovation Charter High School application, a $60 million depository resolution with American National Bank, and a $1,250 early notification incentive for staff. The Board also approved a contract with ImpactEDU for literacy grant support and a list of policies for review.
- Approves STEM Innovation Charter High School application
- Sets American National Bank depository limit at $60,000,000.00
- Approves $1,250 Early Notification Incentive for staff
- Approves contract with ImpactEDU for literacy grant support
- Approves list of policies for 2025-26 review cycle
The Board approved a depository resolution for American National Bank and authorized a charter school application. Other actions included approving a grant support contract with ImpactEDU and the 2025-26 policy review list.
- Set maximum depository resolution at American National Bank at $60,000,000.00 (6-0)
- Approved Charter School Application (6-0)
- Approved contract with ImpactEDU for grant support (6-0)
- Approved 2025-26 policy review list (6-0)
- Approved 2025-26 Early Notification Incentive (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including five special education contracts and September 2025 disbursements (6-0)
- Approved agenda and October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District held a work session to review a charter school application. The meeting also included standard procedural items such as the call to order and agenda approval.
- Discussion regarding a charter school application
The board held a work session to discuss an overview of a charter school application. No substantive actions or decisions were taken during this meeting beyond the approval of the agenda.
- Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School Board will hear a presentation on the Revenue Purpose Statement, which voters will consider extending on November 4, 2025, with no impact on personal property tax. The board also approved resolutions authorizing a $140,497.58 state funding request for EL program costs, a $28,275.00 contract for Wickersham parking lot lighting repairs, and a $57,890.45 contract for delayed egress systems at three schools. A closed session is planned to discuss personnel and real estate matters.
- Presentation on Revenue Purpose Statement ballot measure for November 4, 2025 election
- Approved SBRC modified supplemental amount request of $140,497.58 for EL program excess costs
- Approved $28,275.00 contract with Echo Electrical Supply for Wickersham parking lot lighting repair
- Approved $57,890.45 contract with Inteconnex for delayed egress systems at Roosevelt, Rue, and College View
- Closed session for personnel competency evaluation and potential real estate discussion
The Board approved several financial and maintenance actions, including a request for $140,497.58 in EL excess costs and parking lot lighting repairs. They also authorized the installation of delayed egress systems at three schools. The Board entered closed sessions to discuss professional competency and real estate matters.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (7-0)
- Authorized SBRC request for $140,497.58 in EL excess costs (7-0)
- Approved $28,275.00 Wickersham Parking Lot lighting repair with Echo Electrical Supply (7-0)
- Approved $57,890.45 delayed egress system installation at Roosevelt, Rue, and College View with Inteconnex (7-0)
- Entered closed session for professional competency evaluation (7-0)
- Entered closed session for real estate discussion (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education held a work session on September 23, 2025. The board approved the agenda as presented. The session concluded with a discussion regarding the Red Barn Schoolhouse.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Discussion on Red Barn Schoolhouse
The board approved the meeting agenda. The only discussion topic listed was the Red Barn Schoolhouse; no formal decisions or votes were recorded regarding this item.
- Approved the agenda (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board is reviewing a construction management agreement for the STEM Innovation High School. The Board is also addressing a special education funding deficit and budget guarantees for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
- Approval of Boyd Jones for Construction Manager as Constructor (CMaR) services for the STEM Innovation High School
- Request for $3,944,493.09 in spending authority for the 2024-2025 Special Education deficit
- Approval of a 1% budget guarantee request and potential property tax levy for fiscal year 2026-2027
- Approval of members for Standing Committees including Finance, Facilities, and Policy Review
- Approval of board member attendance and expenses for the IASB convention in Des Moines
The Board approved several construction and service contracts including HVAC repairs for Thomas Jefferson High School and Rue Elementary. They also authorized a request for $3,944,493.09 to address a special education deficit and approved various personnel and financial items via consent agenda.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Boyd Jones for STEM Innovation High School CMaR services (7-0)
- Approved standing committees (7-0)
- Requested $3,944,493.09 for 2024-2025 special education deficit (7-0)
- Approved 1% budget guarantee and property tax levy for 2026-2027 (7-0)
- Approved board member attendance and expenses for IASB convention (7-0)
- Appointed Teresa Hardiman as IASB Delegate Assembly representative (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Special Meeting
The Board of Directors met for a special meeting to discuss legal strategy and a settlement agreement. Following a closed session regarding litigation, the Board voted to approve a tentative settlement negotiated by EMC in the case of Keller v. Council Bluffs Community School District.
- Approval of tentative settlement agreement in Keller v. Council Bluffs Community School District
The Board approved a tentative settlement agreement negotiated by EMC regarding the Keller v. Council Bluffs Community School District litigation. The meeting included a closed session to discuss legal strategy before returning to open session for the vote.
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Entered closed session to discuss litigation strategy (6-0)
- Approved tentative settlement agreement in Keller v. Council Bluffs Community School District (5-0, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education held a work session on September 9, 2025, to approve the agenda and discuss renovation updates for Thomas Jefferson High School. The board also reviewed the Missouri River Conference schedule for the 2026-27 school year and discussed the District Policy Committee membership.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Discussed Missouri River Conference 2026-27 schedule
- Discussed District Policy Committee member selection
- Discussed update on TJHS renovation
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School Board approved HDR Architecture, Inc. for architectural services for the new STEM High School, with a fee of 7.2% of project cost. The board also received informational presentations on 2024-25 advanced course enrollments at Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln High Schools, FastBridge assessment and instructional resources, and a district attendance improvement campaign.
- Approved HDR Architecture, Inc. for STEM High School architectural services (7.2% of project cost)
- Overview of 2024-25 advanced course enrollments at Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln High Schools
- FastBridge screening, progress monitoring, and instructional resources presentation
- Attendance campaign strategies to improve student attendance
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education held a work session to discuss the Board Courtesy Committee, a proposed Gender Identity Policy, and the Board Training Process. The agenda was approved and the meeting adjourned.
- Approval of agenda
- Board Courtesy Committee discussion
- Gender Identity Policy discussion
- Board Training Process discussion
The meeting consisted of procedural items and discussions regarding board processes. No substantive policy decisions or actions were taken during this session.
- Approved the agenda (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The board will hold a public hearing on a request for qualifications for a Guaranteed Maximum Price contract to build a 63,000 sq ft STEM Innovation High School near 4201 Rivers Edge Parkway. Construction is expected to begin spring 2026 with completion by June 2027. Other actions include approving a ground lease with Marne & Elk Horn Telephone Company, final graduate lists, professional growth systems, and a Habitat for Humanity partnership.
- Public hearing on RFQ for GMP contract for 63,000 sq ft STEM Innovation High School near 4201 Rivers Edge Parkway
- Resolution to approve 2025 final list of graduates from Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson High Schools
- Resolution to approve ground lease with Marne & Elk Horn Telephone Company for fiber optic hub at Crescent school; $2,000/year rent plus free fiber service
- Consent agenda: agreement with Habitat for Humanity for students to construct portions of a home on TJHS campus
- Approval of Professional Growth Systems for staff and administrators
The Board approved the 2025 final list of graduates from Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson High Schools. Additionally, they approved a ground lease agreement with Marne & Elk Horn Telephone Company and professional growth systems for staff and administrators. The consent agenda was also passed.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (7-0)
- Approved 2025 final list of graduates from Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson High Schools (7-0)
- Approved Crescent Land Lease with Marne & Elk Horn Telephone Company (7-0)
- Approved Professional Growth Systems for certified staff, administrators, and the Superintendent (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including Habitat For Humanity agreement and July 2025 disbursements (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Work Session
This work session includes discussions on the Revenue Purpose Statement, the Kanesville Learning Center online school (including open seats), a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), and an update from the CB Schools Foundation. No voting or final decisions are expected; these items are for information and discussion only.
- Discussion of Revenue Purpose Statement
- Update on Kanesville Learning Center online school and available open seats
- Discussion of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
- CB Schools Foundation update
The board held a work session to discuss several topics, including the Revenue Purpose Statement and the Kanesville Learning Center. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded other than the approval of the agenda.
- Approved the agenda (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The board discussed a proposed CB K-12 online school and 2026 legislative priorities. They approved resolutions including administrative regulations, strategic goals, and two actions to advance a STEM Innovation Charter High School: an RFQ for architectural design services and intent to use a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR). The board also approved a cybersecurity grant vendor selection totaling $471,306.
- Approved RFQ for architectural design services (RFQ 26-001) for a STEM Innovation Charter High School at 4201 Rivers Edge Parkway, targeting substantial completion by June 30, 2027
- Approved intent to utilize a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the same STEM school project
- Approved cybersecurity grant vendors: Arctic Wolf/ByteSpeed ($230,736) for Security Operations Center and Cox Business ($240,570) for DDoS mitigation, funded by E-Rate Cybersecurity Grant
- Discussed proposal for a district-operated CB K-12 Online School
- Approved 2025-2026 Strategic Goals
The Board approved architectural design services and the use of a Construction Manager at Risk for a proposed STEM school. Other key actions included selecting cybersecurity vendors and approving the 2026 legislative priorities. The Board also authorized the CB K-12 Online School application and content provider.
- Approved RFQ for architectural design services for STEM Innovation Charter High School (7-0)
- Approved use of a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for STEM school construction (7-0)
- Approved cybersecurity grants for ByteSpeed ($230,736.00) and Cox Business ($240,570.00) (7-0)
- Approved 2026 Legislative Priorities and 2025-2026 Strategic Goals (7-0)
- Approved Edmentum as the online content provider for CB K-12 Online School (7-0)
- Approved the District Developed Service Delivery Plan for Special Education (7-0)
- Approved continuing 2024-25 substitute rates for 2025-26 (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including personnel, June 2025 financials, and special education contracts (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board voted to approve the second reading of policies, including a new policy on student use of personal electronic devices (Policy 530) and removal of gender identity references from multiple existing policies. Also approved were revisions to the Employee Handbook based on union negotiations and new state laws. The board received informational updates on spring NWEA MAP assessment results and an annual extra/co-curricular report.
- Second reading and approval of policies including new Policy 530 on student use of personal electronic devices and removal of gender identity references from policies 403, 405, 406, and others.
- Approval of Employee Handbook revisions reflecting union negotiations with CBEA and new state laws.
- Presentation of Spring 2025 NWEA MAP assessment results by Chief Academic Officer Dr. Tracy Mathews.
- Annual Extra/Co-Curricular Report showing participation data for Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson high schools.
- Consideration of public records fees (detail incomplete in agenda).
The Board approved the continuation of the Superintendent's employment contract and authorized several purchases, including a district van and digital tools. Members also approved the 2025-26 student fee schedule and public records fees.
- Approved continuation of Superintendent's employment contract (7-0)
- Approved purchase of district van for $42,342.00 (7-0)
- Approved 2025-26 Student Fee Schedule (7-0)
- Approved 2025-26 Public Records fees with no changes from last year (7-0)
- Approved purchase of Class Companion digital subscription (7-0)
- Approved Raptor Technologies visitor management system (7-0)
- Approved participation in the Storm Protection Fund for FY2025-2026 (7-0)
- Approved revisions to the Employee Handbook (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Regular Business Meeting
The Board conducted first and second readings of various district policies, including a new rule on student electronic device use during instructional time. The Board also approved agreements for special education funding and concurrent enrollment courses.
- First reading of Policy 530 regarding student use of personal electronic devices during instructional time
- Approval of contract with Green Hills Area Education Agency (GHAEA) for transfer of 90% of special education state funds
- Approval of Educational Service Agreement and course list with Iowa Western Community College
- Approval of $7,920.00 for Art of Problem Solving Beast Academy online math enrichment for elementary TAG students
- Second reading and approval of 22 policies covering employee conduct, student medication, and search and seizure
The Board approved several contracts for equipment, including a $80,652 display panel replacement and a $58,250.85 AI paint sprayer. They also approved the 2025 tentative graduate lists and various educational service agreements. The second reading of policies was tabled.
- Approved $80,652 bid to Howard Technologies for flat panel displays (7-0)
- Approved $58,250.85 bid with Tranqnology Turf Tech GPS for AI paint sprayer (7-0)
- Approved $42,448.77 bid with Advocate Development, LLC for TJ concession stand move (7-0)
- Approved tentative lists of 2025 Graduates (7-0)
- Approved Ground Lease Agreement with DISH Wireless L.L.C. (7-0)
- Approved Move This World Curriculum Adoption for grades 6-12 (7-0)
- Approved Educational Service Agreement with Iowa Western Community College (7-0)
- Tabled the second reading of policies (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Closed Session
The board will meet in a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of the Superintendent. This session is conducted under Section 21.5(1)(i) of the Open Meetings Law to protect the individual's reputation.
- Vote to enter closed session per Section 21.5(1)(i) of the Open Meetings Law
- Superintendent's evaluation
The board approved the meeting agenda and voted to enter a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual. The session focused on the superintendent's evaluation before the board returned to open session.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved motion to enter closed session per Section 21.5(1)(i) of the Open Meetings Law (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education approved a $902,000 contract for the Thomas Jefferson High School Auditorium renovation and authorized the sale of a vacant lot near the warehouse for $15,000. The meeting also included the approval of previous meeting minutes and a public hearing on the property sale.
- Approval of TJHS Auditorium Base Bid ($902,000)
- Sale of vacant lot near warehouse to BJA Investments LLC ($15,000)
- Approval of minutes from April 22 and 28, 2025 meetings
- Public Hearing for the Sale of Real Property
- Tour of Innovation and Sports Center after meeting
The Board approved a construction contract for the TJHS Auditorium and the sale of a district-owned vacant lot. The meeting also included a public hearing regarding the property sale.
- Approved $902,000 base bid from Prairie Construction for TJHS Auditorium Project (7-0)
- Approved sale of vacant lot near the warehouse to BJA Investments LLC for $15,000 (7-0)
- Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
- Approved minutes from April 22 and April 28, 2025 meetings (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Special Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the CBEA and approved 3% wage increases for Standard and Administrator employee groups for the 2025-26 school year. The meeting also removed two items from the previous agenda.
- Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with CBEA
- 3% wage increase for Standard employee group
- 3% wage increase for Administrator employee group
- Removal of Items B and C from last regular meeting agenda
The Board approved a 3% wage increase for both the Standard employee group and the Administrator employee group for the 2025-26 school year. Additionally, the Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with CBEA.
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with CBEA (7-0)
- Approved 3% wage increase for Standard employee group for '25-26 school year (7-0)
- Approved 3% wage increase for Administrator employee group for '25-26 school year (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District held a work session to conduct a virtual call with an auditor. The meeting also included standard procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval.
- Virtual call with Auditor
The board held a work session and approved the agenda. The session included a virtual call with the auditor. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved the 2025-2026 certified budget and accepted the 2023-2024 audit report. The Board also approved policy readings and the District Career and Academic Plan, but tabled resolutions for Standard and Administrator employee wage increases.
- Approval of 2025/2026 Certified Budget
- Acceptance of 2023-2024 Audit Report
- Standard Employee '25-26 Wage Increase (tabled)
- Issuance of '25-26 Administrator Contracts (tabled)
- First Reading of Policies
The Board approved the 2025-26 certified budget, the District's Career and Academic Plan, and the June 30, 2024 audit report. Several facility contracts for HVAC, PA systems, and concrete repair were approved, while wage increases for standard employees and administrators were tabled.
- Approved 2025-26 certified budget (7-0)
- Approved June 30, 2024 audit report from Eide Bailly, LLC (7-0)
- Approved District Career and Academic Plan (7-0)
- Tabled 3% wage increase for Standard employee group (7-0)
- Tabled 3% wage increase for Administrator employee group (7-0)
- Approved $110,140.70 bid for TJHS Auditorium Seating (7-0)
- Approved $58,800 bid for Wilson Middle School PA/Bell replacement (7-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for May 13, 2025, regarding sale of vacant lot (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will consider a public hearing on replacing the HVAC units at Thomas Jefferson High School and the Rue gym. It will vote to approve the Green Hills Area Education Agency memorandum of understanding for the 2025‑2026 school year and the one‑year agreement with the Council Bluffs Education Association. The board will also vote to enter a closed session to discuss real‑estate matters before adjourning.
- Public hearing on replacement of TJHS ERV‑2 and Rue gym HVAC systems
- Approval of Green Hills Area Education Agency MOU for 2025‑2026
- Approval of Council Bluffs Education Association & Board of Directors agreement for 2025‑2026
- Vote to go into closed session to discuss real‑estate transactions
- Approval of agenda and minutes from prior meetings
The Board approved the 2025-2026 agreement with the Council Bluffs Education Association and the Green Hills Area Education Agency MOU. Members also received presentations on HVAC replacements and the District Career and Academic Plan.
- Approved Green Hills Area Education Agency MOU for 2025-2026 (7-0)
- Approved Council Bluffs Education Association & Board of Directors Agreement 2025-2026 (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Special Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Education will hold a public hearing to accept comments on the Proposed Property Tax Levy Notice. No action or discussion will take place during this meeting.
- Public Hearing on Proposed Property Tax Levy Notice
- Approval of Agenda
- Adjournment
The board held the first public hearing regarding a proposed property tax levy notice. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.
- Held Public Hearing #1 for Proposed Property Tax Levy Notice
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board will hold a work session to discuss a budget update for the 2025-2026 school year. The agenda includes opening procedural items and adjournment.
- Discussion of 2025-2026 School Year Budget Update
The board approved the meeting agenda. Chief Financial Officer Lori Lehan provided a presentation regarding the 2025-2026 school year budget update.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
Workshop/Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs School Board approved a four-year lease for AI-powered floor cleaning robots at Wilson Middle School and a contract with Iowa Western Community College for driver education services. The meeting also included the approval of policy readings and student recognition.
- Lease of Cenabot L50 and Spot-Cleaner 50 robots at Wilson Middle School
- Contract with Iowa Western Community College for driver education services
- Approval of second reading of district policies
- Public hearing for TJHS Auditorium and Hallway Project
- Student and staff recognition
The Board approved a contract with Iowa Western Community College for driver education services and a four-year lease for Cenabot L50 and Spot-Cleaner 50 devices. The Board also scheduled two property tax public hearings for April 2025 and approved policy readings.
- Approved contract with Iowa Western Community College for driver education services (6-0)
- Approved 4-year lease for Cenabot L50 and Spot-Cleaner 50 devices (6-0)
- Set property tax public hearings for April 8 and April 22, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved first reading of policies (5-1)
- Approved second reading of policies (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including February 2025 disbursements and personnel agenda (6-0)
- Accepted donation from St. Patrick's Knights of Columbus (6-0)
- Approved amendment to Transition Alliance Program (TAP) Contract # 20-TAP-12 Exhibit B (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Business Meeting
The Board of Education decided on the 2025-2026 school calendar and conducted first readings of ten district policies. The body also approved software and connectivity contracts for district operations.
- Approved 2025-2026 school calendar starting August 25 and ending May 22
- First reading of 10 policies including discrimination, board meetings, and public complaints
- Renewed Tyler Technologies contract for finance/HR/payroll and fixed asset software for $149,002.13
- Approved $81,000 contract with Unite Private Networks for fiber service to Edison and Wilson schools
- Celebrated January Employees of the Month and student star award recipients
The Board approved the 2025-2026 school year calendar and authorized property tax levies for the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget adjustment. Several technology and connectivity contracts were approved, including fiber service for multiple schools. The Board also approved a new job description for a CTE Curriculum and Instruction Support Specialist.
- Approved 2025-2026 School Year Calendar (7-0)
- Approved budget guarantee to levy property taxes for FY 2025-2026 (7-0)
- Approved Tyler Technologies contract for finance/HR/payroll ($137,403.13) and asset software ($11,599) (7-0)
- Approved Unite Private Networks fiber contract for Edison and Wilson Schools ($81,000) (7-0)
- Approved Cox Business fiber contract for Hoover Elementary ($51,600) (7-0)
- Approved multiple E-Rate Cat2 bids for network equipment and support (7-0)
- Approved new job description for CTE Curriculum and Instruction Support Specialist (7-0)
- Approved request for $63,336.32 from SBRC for special education administrative costs (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Work Session
This is a work session of the Council Bluffs Community School District Board, with no formal votes anticipated. The board will discuss a book study on "See Poverty...Be the Difference" and review MAP (Measure of Academic Progress) student assessment data.
- Approval of the meeting agenda (procedural, passed 7-0)
- Discussion of book study on poverty awareness: "See Poverty...Be the Difference"
- Review and discussion of MAP student assessment data
The board held a work session to discuss a book study and MAP data. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved the agenda as presented (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Workshop Meeting
The board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025-2026 school year calendar, which starts August 25, ends May 22, and includes a two-week winter break plus 3-day weekends in March and April. Other agenda items include an update on Winter NWEA MAP results, a legislative update on education bills, and an update on the Innovation and Sports Center. Routine items such as approval of the agenda and minutes are also scheduled.
- Public hearing on proposed 2025-2026 school calendar (start Aug 25, end May 22, 3-day weekends in March and April)
- Update on Winter 2024-25 NWEA MAP results
- Legislative update on education-related bills in the Iowa legislature
- Update on Innovation and Sports Center (baseball/softball turf, robotics rooms, golf simulators)
- Approval of minutes from the Work Session and Regular Business Meetings of January 28, 2025
The board held a workshop meeting featuring presentations on the proposed 2025-2026 school calendar, student achievement results, and legislative updates. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made during the session.
- Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes from January 28, 2025 meetings (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Work Session
The Board will vote to enter a closed session to discuss the purchase or sale of real estate under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j). They will also discuss a book study titled 'See Poverty...Be the Difference!'. The agenda was approved by a unanimous vote.
- Vote to go into closed session for real estate purchase or sale discussions
- Book study discussion on 'See Poverty...Be the Difference!'
- Approval of the meeting agenda
The Board approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss the purchase or sale of real estate. The members also held a discussion regarding a book study titled "See Poverty...Be the Difference!".
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved motion to enter closed session for real estate discussion (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Regular Business Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board approved several contracts, including a $155,000 architectural design agreement, a $419,531.98 auditorium audio‑light‑sound upgrade, and a $43,200 first‑year agreement with Raptor Technologies. It also approved the employee handbook revisions, a supplemental $2,750 special‑education ELA resource, and a health‑care services agreement costing about $25,000. Additionally, the Board resolved to request $2,616,179 from the State Board of Regents for at‑risk and dropout‑prevention programs for the 2025‑26 school year.
- SBRC request: $2,616,179 for 2025‑26 at‑risk/drop‑out prevention program
- Auditorium upgrade: $419,531.98 for lighting, sound, and rigging systems
- BVH Architecture contract: $155,000 for schematic drawings for TJHS auditorium and lobby
- Raptor Technologies emergency‑management agreement: $43,200 for year 1, $35,200 for subsequent years
- Supplemental elementary special‑education ELA resource (UFLI Foundations): $2,750
The Board approved a $2,616,179 spending authority request for 2025-26 at-risk and dropout prevention programs. It also authorized over $574,000 for Thomas Jefferson High School auditorium schematic drawings and equipment upgrades. Other approvals included employee handbook revisions and a health care services agreement with CHI.
- Requested $2,616,179 from SBRC for 2025-26 At-Risk/Drop-Out Prevention (7-0)
- Approved $419,531.98 to Heartland Scenic Studio, Inc. for TJHS auditorium lighting, sound, and rigging (7-0)
- Approved $155,000 to BVH architects for TJHS auditorium and lobby schematic drawings (7-0)
- Approved Employee Handbook revisions (7-0)
- Approved agreement with Raptor Technologies (7-0)
- Approved UFLI Foundations as supplemental elementary special education ELA resource (7-0)
- Approved Health Care Services Agreement with CHI (6-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved Consent Agenda including personnel, December 2024 financials, and special education contracts (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Work Session
The Council Bluffs Community School District held a work session on January 14, 2025, to discuss the TJHS Auditorium Renovation Project and a book study on poverty. The board approved the agenda as presented.
- Approval of agenda
- TJHS Auditorium Renovation Project discussion
- Book Study - 'See Poverty...Be the Difference!' discussion
The board held a work session to discuss the TJHS Auditorium Renovation Project and a book study. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made other than the approval of the agenda.
- Approved the agenda (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Workshop Meeting
The Council Bluffs Community School District Board of Directors approved minutes from December meetings and discussed student achievement updates. The workshop included an informational presentation on Raptor Technologies for potential school safety implementation.
- Approval of December 10, 2024 Work Session and Workshop minutes
- Discussion on English Language Learner enrollment and proficiency
- Presentation on Raptor Technologies for school safety
- Informational session on Foundations Learning Walks
- Public participation rules and procedures
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 10, 2024, and December 17, 2024, meetings. The session included informational presentations on English Language Learners, Foundations Learning Walks, and Raptor Technologies.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes from December 10 and December 17, 2024 meetings (7-0)