School Town of Munster public meetings in 2021
38 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting of December 20, 2021
The School Board of the School Town of Munster will review several action items including a new contract for the Superintendent from 2022-2025. The board will also consider a consulting agreement with the Law Office of Angela M. Jones LLC.
- Superintendent's Contract 2022-2025
- Fourth Amendment to Superintendent's Contract
- Consulting Agreement - Law Office of Angela M. Jones LLC
- Approval of donations and fundraisers
- Introduction of new Superintendent Bret Heller
Special Meeting of December 13, 2021
The Munster School Board is holding a special meeting to vote on several financial and personnel items, including teacher supplemental payments, stipends for certified and classified staff, administrative contracts, and fund transfers. The board will also discuss a proposed superintendent's contract for 2021 and consider non-renewal of some administrator contracts. Public comments will be heard on general matters and the superintendent's contract.
- Resolution No. 831 - Teacher Supplemental Payment
- Resolution No. 833 - Transfer from Education Fund to Operations Fund
- Certified Staff Stipends not included with Teacher Appreciation Grant
- Administrative Contracts (7-1-21 through 6-30-2023)
- Change Order - MHS Aquatic Center Scoreboard and Timing System Replacement
Work Session
This is a work session of the Board of School Trustees, designated for discussion and information only. The agenda contains no specific action items, only the meeting notice and attachment.
- Work session notice posted (PDF attachment)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster scheduled an executive session to be held at the District Tech Center. This meeting is closed to the public pursuant to Indiana Open Door Law.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster is holding an executive session on November 15, 2021, which will be closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda lists no specific topics, only that it is for discussion and information.
- Closed to the public per Indiana Open Door Law
- Meeting at District Tech Center, 8630 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster is holding an executive session on November 11, 2021, at the District Tech Center. This meeting is closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda provides no details on the subject matter, indicating it is for discussion and information only.
- Closed executive session under Indiana Open Door Law
- Meeting at District Tech Center, 8630 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster is holding an executive session on November 10, 2021, which is closed to the public under Indiana's Open Door Law. The agenda provides no details on the topics to be discussed, indicating it is a procedural notice for a private meeting.
- Executive session closed to the public
- Meeting at District Tech Center, 8630 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN
- 5:30 p.m. start time
Regular Meeting of November 8, 2021
The Munster School Board is holding its regular November meeting, where it will vote on a consent agenda covering minutes, vouchers, personnel, and field trips, plus action items on donations, fundraisers, and Resolution No. 830 for a Rainy Day Fund transfer. The board will also hear a presentation on Munster Education Foundation grants and receive financial and administrative reports.
- Resolution No. 830 - Rainy Day Fund Transfer
- Approval of Accounts Payable and Payroll Voucher Registers
- Approval of Personnel Report (retirements, resignations, leaves, employment)
- Approval of donations and fundraisers for MHS and WWMS
- Munster Education Foundation Grant Presentation
EXECUTIVE SESSION
This is a closed executive session of the School Town of Munster, held pursuant to Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda contains no public items; it is solely a notice of the closed meeting.
- Closed to the public per Indiana Open Door Law
- Held at Springhill Suites, 9651 Calumet Avenue, Munster, IN
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster has called an executive session for October 27, 2021. This meeting is closed to the public pursuant to Indiana Open Door Law.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster is holding an executive session on October 20, 2021, which will be closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda lists no specific topics, only that it is for discussion and information.
- Closed executive session under Indiana Open Door Law
- No public agenda items listed
Special Board Meeting
The Munster School Board will hold a special meeting to consider approving contracts for three facility projects: replacing the auditorium curtain at Munster High School, replacing the aquatic center scoreboard and timing system, and replacing light fixtures at Wilbur Wright Middle School. The meeting includes time for public comments, with each speaker limited to three minutes.
- Contract for MHS Auditorium Proscenium Curtain Replacement
- Contract for MHS Aquatic Center Scoreboard and Timing System Replacement
- Contract for Light Fixture Replacement at Wilbur Wright Middle School
Regular Meeting of October 18, 2021
The School Board will consider several resolutions for the 2022 budget year, including plans for capital projects and a bus replacement program. The board will also review donations, fundraisers, and financial reports.
- Resolution No. 826: Adopt Bus Replacement Plan for Budget Year 2022
- Resolution No. 827: Adopt Capital Projects Fund Plan for Budget Year 2022
- Resolution No. 828: Transfer funds from Education Fund to Operations Fund
- Resolution No. 829: Resolution for Appropriations and Tax Rates (Budget Form A)
- Approval of donations including items from the Rotary Club
Special Board Meeting
The School Board will meet to vote on ratifying the Munster Teachers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement for 2021-2023. The agenda also includes a motion regarding an overnight trip for the Boys' Tennis Team.
- Ratification of the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 Munster Teachers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Approval of the Boys' Tennis Team Overnight trip
- Public comments regarding the teacher collective bargaining agreement
Special Board Meeting
The Munster School Board is holding a special meeting with a public hearing on the 2022 budget, the 2022-2026 bus replacement plan, and the 2022-2024 capital projects fund. The board will also vote on a personnel report, an electric school bus grant, and the purchase of one electric bus. Proposed teacher contracts for 2021-2023 will be discussed, with public comments heard separately.
- Public hearing on 2022 budget, 2022-2026 bus replacement plan, 2022-2024 capital projects fund
- Motion to approve personnel report
- Motion to accept Indiana Department of Environmental Management electric school bus grant
- Motion to approve purchase of one rear engine electric school bus
- Discussion of proposed 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 teacher contracts
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster Board is holding an executive session on September 20, 2021, at the District Conference Center. This meeting is closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law, and the agenda contains no public discussion items.
- Closed executive session per Indiana Open Door Law
Notice of Public Hearing
The School Town of Munster Board of School Trustees is holding a public hearing to discuss the teacher collective bargaining process. This is a discussion and information item, with no formal action scheduled.
- Public hearing on teacher collective bargaining process
- Masks required at the meeting
Work Session
The Board of School Trustees is holding a work session for discussion and information. The agenda contains no specific action items, only the meeting notice itself.
Regular Meeting of September 13, 2021
The Munster School Board will hold a public hearing on the teacher collective bargaining process, then vote on consent agenda items including minutes, vouchers, and personnel. Action items include approving donations, fundraisers, an enhanced transit bus purchase, substitute teacher daily rates, appointing Linda Zaborowski as Corporation Treasurer, and permission to advertise the 2022 budget, capital projects plan, and bus replacement plan. The board will also receive financial and administrative reports.
- Public hearing on teacher collective bargaining process
- Approve enhanced transit bus purchase
- Approve substitute teacher daily rates effective September 7, 2021
- Appoint Linda Zaborowski as Corporation Treasurer
- Permission to advertise 2022 budget, capital projects plan, and bus replacement plan
Work Session - Budget Workshop
The Board of School Trustees is holding a work session and budget workshop to discuss and review the upcoming budget. This is a discussion and information item, not a final decision. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and no specific budget details.
- Work session on budget
- Discussion and information only
Work Session
The School Town of Munster Board of School Trustees is holding a work session on August 2, 2021, at the District Conference Center. The agenda lists the meeting as a discussion and information session with no specific action items. The notice includes COVID-19 precautions for attendees.
- Work session scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at 8630 Columbia Avenue
- Meeting type listed as discussion and information only
- COVID-19 guidance: masks for unvaccinated, social distancing
Special Board Meeting
The Munster School Board will hold a special meeting to vote on the 2021-2022 Back to School Plan, a personnel report, and a letter of understanding with BWP. They will also discuss a summary of frequently asked questions and take public comments.
- Vote on 2021-2022 Back to School Plan
- Approve Personnel Report of July 29, 2021
- Approve Letter of Understanding with BWP
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster board is holding an executive session on July 26, 2021, which is closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda lists no specific topics, only that it is a discussion and information session.
- Closed to the public per Indiana Open Door Law
- Held at District Conference Center, 8630 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN
- Scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on July 26, 2021
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster is holding an executive session on July 13, 2021, which will be closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda provides no details on the topics to be discussed, indicating this is a procedural notice rather than a substantive agenda.
- Closed executive session at District Technology Center, 8630 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster is holding an executive session on July 12, 2021, which will be closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda provides no details on the topics to be discussed, indicating it is a procedural notice for a private discussion.
- Closed executive session at District Technology Center, 8630 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN
- Meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on July 12, 2021
- Notice filed as 071221 Executive Session Notice.pdf
Regular Meeting of July 12, 2021
The Munster School Board will hold its regular July meeting, covering consent agenda items (minutes, vouchers, personnel), action items including fundraisers, overnight field trips, authorization to hire staff, and permission to receive bids for two buses. They will also discuss the 2021-2022 mileage rate and receive financial and administrative reports.
- Approval of minutes from June 14, 2021
- Approval of accounts payable and payroll voucher registers
- Approval of personnel report (retirements, resignations, hires, leaves)
- Authorization to hire staff before 2021-2022 school year
- Permission to receive bids for electric rear engine bus and enhanced transit bus
Regular Meeting of June 14, 2021
The School Town of Munster Board is holding its regular June meeting to approve consent items and a series of action items for the 2021-2022 school year, including staff raises, fringe benefits, meal prices, and various policies. The board will also consider donations, fundraisers, field trips, and facility agreements. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Approve classified staff raises and wage rate summary for 2021-22
- Set lunch and breakfast prices and ala carte prices for 2021-22
- Approve fringe benefits for classified, transportation, food service, and administrative staff
- Approve MHS Aquatic Center scoreboard agreement and auditorium curtain replacement
- Approve WWMS light fixture replacement
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster Board is holding an executive session on June 9, 2021, which will be closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda lists a school board retreat as the topic, with the meeting categorized as discussion and information. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the public agenda.
- Executive session closed to the public
- School board retreat
Work Session
The Board of School Trustees of the School Town of Munster is holding a work session on May 24, 2021, at the District Conference Center. The agenda lists the meeting as a discussion and information session, with no specific action items detailed.
- Work session of the Board of School Trustees
- Meeting at District Conference Center, 8630 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN
- Masks required and social distancing to be followed
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster is holding an executive session that will be closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda provides no specific topics, indicating this is a procedural meeting for discussion or information only.
- Closed to the public pursuant to Indiana Open Door Law
- Meeting at District Conference Center, 8630 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN
Regular Meeting of May 10, 2021
The Munster School Board is holding its regular meeting on May 10, 2021, at the District Conference Center. The board will vote on consent agenda items (minutes, vouchers, personnel) and several action items including donations, fundraisers, overnight field trips, textbook fees, and multiple construction contracts. They will also consider resolutions to join the Public Employees' Retirement Fund and for teacher supplemental payments, and discuss the 2022-2023 academic calendar and handbooks.
- Approval of 2021 Parking Lot Paving Improvements-Phase 2 contract
- Approval of 2021 Renovation MHS INCUBATOR contract
- Approval of 2021 Improvements MHS Practice Field contract
- Resolution No. 824 to join Public Employees' Retirement Fund
- Approval of Textbook Fees for 2021-2022 school year
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The School Town of Munster is holding an executive session that is closed to the public under Indiana Open Door Law. The agenda provides no specific topics, indicating it is a discussion/information session. No decisions or public actions are scheduled.
- Closed executive session per Indiana Open Door Law
- No public agenda items listed
Regular Meeting of April 12, 2021
The Munster School Board will hold a regular meeting with public comment, recognitions, and a consent agenda. Key action items include resolutions on a high school lease amendment and bond issuance, an additional appropriation, a resolution opposing education savings accounts and voucher expansion, and a Chartwells renewal. The board will also discuss textbook fees for the 2021-2022 school year.
- Resolution No. 822: Confirming Ninth Amendment to High School Lease and approving bond issuance
- Resolution No. 823: Approving additional appropriation
- Resolution No. 821: Opposing Education Savings Accounts and Voucher Expansion
- Chartwells Renewal (food service contract)
- Approval of donations, fundraisers, and personnel report
Regular Meeting of March 8, 2021
The Munster School Board will consider approving Resolution No. 820, which authorizes a ninth amendment to the high school lease and the issuance of first mortgage bonds. The board will also vote on donations, fundraisers, a memorandum of understanding, an INCubatoredu contract, and transfer tuition rates for 2021-2022. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, vouchers, personnel report, and overnight field trips.
- Resolution No. 820: Ninth Amendment to High School Lease and issuance of First Mortgage Bonds
- Approval of donations (MHS February 2021; Dr. Brown and Community Hospital)
- Approval of fundraisers (MHS February 2021)
- Midwest & Plains Equity Assistance Center Memorandum of Understanding
- Transfer Tuition Rates for 2021-2022 School Year
Work Session
The Munster Board of School Trustees is holding a work session for discussion and information. The agenda contains no specific items, only the meeting notice, so it is procedural boilerplate.
Regular Meeting of February 8, 2021
The Munster School Board will hold its regular February 8, 2021 meeting at the District Conference Center, with public comment limited to three minutes per person. The board will vote on consent agenda items including minutes, vouchers, and personnel, plus action items such as donations, fundraisers, the 2021-2022 academic calendar, a language arts textbook adoption, and several resolutions and agreements. The agenda also includes reports from administrators and the financial operations director.
- Approval of 2021-2022 Academic Calendar
- Textbook adoption for Language Arts (Pearson)
- Resolution No. 818 - Rainy Day Fund Transfer
- Memorandum of Understanding - FFCRA Extension and Resolution No. 819 on paid sick leave
- Professional agreement with Jamie Lake for architectural/engineering services (multiple projects)
BOARD OF FINANCE MEETING
The Munster School Town Board of Finance is holding a special meeting to discuss and review financial reports, including the Interest Earned 2020 Report and the Fiscal Indicators 2021 report. The meeting is scheduled for action, discussion, and information, but no specific votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review of Interest Earned 2020 Report
- Review of Fiscal Indicators 2021 Report
Regular Meeting of January 11, 2021
The Munster School Board will conduct its annual reorganization, including administering the oath of office to newly elected members John Castro, John Doherty, and Dr. Ingrid Schwarz Wolf, electing officers, and appointing members to various committees. The board will also act on a consulting agreement with the Law Office of Angela M. Jones, LLC, a change order for the 2020 Network Cabling RFP, and approve routine consent agenda items. Financial reports and fiscal indicators will be discussed.
- Oath of office for new board members John Castro, John Doherty, Dr. Ingrid Schwarz Wolf
- Election of board president, vice president, secretary, and other officers
- Set salaries for board members for 2021
- Consulting agreement with Law Office of Angela M. Jones, LLC
- Change order for 2020 Network Cabling RFP