Eureka County School District public meetings in 2022
16 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
REGULAR MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including approving bids for security and facility projects, a PERS purchase, and the 2023-2024 school calendar. The board will also hear reports from school principals and the superintendent, and may take action on budget augmentations.
- Approve $345,926 bid from Power Comm for Card Key Access Control
- Approve $62,800 bid from Nelson Electric for Eureka Elementary stage lighting
- Approve $174,000 bid from Tahoe Fence for fencing project
- Approve $52,887 PERS purchase of service for Kathleen Leavitt
- Approve 2023-2024 school year calendar for Crescent Valley Elementary
REGULAR MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve several action items, including the FY 2022 independent audit report, the 2023-2024 school year calendar, and performance plans for three schools. The board will also consider an interlocal agreement with Eureka County regarding housing in Beowawe, NV, and the purchase of a time and attendance software module for $21,978 setup plus $1,983 annual fee. Public comment will be taken on these items.
- FY 2022 Independent Audit Report presented by Hinton Burdick CPAs & Advisory
- 2023-2024 school year calendar approval
- Performance plans for Eureka High School, Crescent Valley Elementary, and Eureka Elementary
- Interlocal agreement with Eureka County for housing in Beowawe, NV
- Time and Attendance software purchase: $21,978 setup, $1,983/year recurring
SPECIAL MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider three action items: a proclamation for Red Ribbon Week, a trip for the Diamond Mountain FFA Range Team, and a contract with Arc Dome Strategies for public education advocacy during the upcoming legislative session. The meeting is open to the public at two locations and via video conference.
- Proclamation supporting Red Ribbon Week Drug Prevention Campaign from Eureka County Juvenile Probation Officer Steve Zimmerman
- Approval for Diamond Mountain FFA Range Team to travel to Western National Rangeland Competition in Richfield, Utah, Nov 7-8; cost approx. $420 for rooms plus fuel for 4 students and chaperone
- Engagement Letter and Scope of Work from Arc Dome Strategies for public education lobbying; fee $5,000 per month, duration determined by client
REGULAR MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including an interlocal agreement with Eureka County for housing in Beowawe, an employee insurance renewal with Anthem that carries a 19.9% premium increase ($187,473), and agreements for non-resident pupils with Nye and White Pine County school districts. The board will also hear reports from principals, the finance officer, and the superintendent, and will act on a consent agenda that includes payroll warrants, hiring, and other routine items.
- Interlocal agreement with Eureka County for housing in Beowawe, Nevada
- Anthem insurance renewal for 2023: 19.9% increase, $187,473 premium increase
- Non-resident pupil agreements with Nye County and White Pine County school districts
- Ratify payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $1.2 million
- Ratify resignation of teacher Kelly Carr and hiring of six substitute employees
REGULAR MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on September 13, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the district board room and Crescent Valley Elementary School. The board will discuss and possibly approve several action items, including an out-of-state FFA trip, the Nevada Educator Performance Framework report, annual teacher contracts, and a fence project on Ridgetop Road. They will also consider a consent agenda with routine financial approvals and personnel hires.
- Approve out-of-state travel for 6 FFA students and 2 chaperones to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, IN, Oct 25-29, costing approximately $8,320
- Discuss/approve/deny the Nevada Educator Performance Framework Report for 2021-2022
- Issue annual Certified Teacher Contracts for 2022-2023 with individual salaries
- Ratify payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $1.4 million (e.g., PR #30 $84,110.62, AP checks 104112-104159 $689,926.15)
- Ratify budget transfers and adjustments, including $80,000 in additional grant funds for Local Plan Part B
REGULAR MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will consider directing legal counsel to respond to the state's Pupil Centered Funding Plan and approve a revised Restorative Discipline Plan. The board will also ratify payroll and budget transfers, including one for the Capron Street Project, and hear reports from principals and district officials.
- Possible action to direct legal counsel on Pupil Centered Funding Plan
- Approve Restorative Discipline Plan revised July 2022
- Ratify payroll and accounts payable totaling over $2 million
- Budget transfer for Capron Street Project (original $350,000, bid $569,610)
- Budget transfer of $160,748.64 for PERS buyout
REGULAR MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will consider approving several action items, including the 2022-2023 parent-student and staff handbooks for Crescent Valley and Eureka Elementary, the Eureka High School student-parent handbook, a resolution for temporary interfund loans, a flooring project bid, a PERS buyout, and the 2023-2024 school calendar. They will also discuss district-owned property in Beowawe and receive reports from principals, the finance officer, and the superintendent. The meeting includes public comment periods and a consent agenda for routine approvals.
- Approve 2022-2023 handbooks for Crescent Valley Elementary, Eureka Elementary, and Eureka High School
- Resolution to authorize temporary interfund loans to Federal and State Grant Funds
- Award lowest responsive bid for Districtwide Phase II Carpet/Flooring Project (locations include Crescent Valley, Eureka High, Eureka Elementary)
- Approve one-half year PERS buyout for Winnona Eversgerd at $30,630.65
- Approve 2023-2024 school year calendar (tabled from June 15 meeting)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider several action items, including renewing the district's insurance policy, approving the 2023-2024 school calendar, and granting pay increases for certain employees. The board will also vote on contracts for the district's system engineer and principals, and consider designating a teaching position as a critical labor shortage. Consent agenda items include ratifying payroll warrants, hiring staff, and approving budget transfers.
- Renewal proposal from Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool for $166,109.02
- 2% cost of living and 4% retention stipend for administration, supervisors, and confidential employees
- Contract for Elmer Porter, System Engineer, $121,682.78
- Contract for Lisa Hutchison, Principal, $125,712.00
- Contract for Travis Carr, Eureka High School Principal, $124,202.00
Public Budget Hearing
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees is holding a public budget hearing to discuss and potentially approve the final budget for the 2022-2023 school year. The board will also consider approving out-of-state travel for high school seniors to Lagoon in Farmington, Utah. Public comment will be taken on agenda items before action.
- Final Budget for 2022-2023 School Year (approval)
- Out-of-state travel for seniors to Lagoon, Farmington, Utah on May 26, 2022
- Public comment period
- Next regular meeting set for June 15, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will consider approving two-year contracts with the Eureka County Teachers Association and the Eureka County Schools Classified Association, effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024. The board will also discuss the 2023-2024 school calendar and revised tuition agreements with White Pine and Nye County school districts. Consent agenda items include ratifying payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $1.1 million and approving prior meeting minutes.
- Two-year contract with Eureka County Teachers Association (effective July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2024)
- Two-year contract with Eureka County Schools Classified Association (effective July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2024)
- Revised 2021-2022 tuition agreements with White Pine County and Nye County school districts
- Ratify payroll warrants: $299,754.28 (checks 301293-301322) and $334,767.86 (checks 301323-301328)
- Ratify accounts payable: $426,994.27 (checks 103711-103760) and $70,383.47 (checks 103761-103799)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Eureka County School District Board will hold a special meeting to consider awarding a construction bid for the Capron Street sidewalk project, approve tuition agreements with two other districts, and hear the superintendent's report. Public comment will be taken on action items.
- Award bid for Capron Street sidewalk project from Ruby Hill Road to Eureka Elementary School, expected cost $350,000
- Tuition agreement with White Pine County School District for 2021-2022, $4,800 for six students
- Tuition agreement with Nye County School District for 2021-2022, $16,000 for twenty students
- Superintendent's report on school activities/events
April 12, 2022 Regular Meeting
The Board of School Trustees will consider adding an Educational Aide position with an approximate salary cost of $23,900. The meeting also includes discussions on updating student discipline policies and reviewing the tentative fiscal year 2023 budget.
- Proposed addition of an Educational Aide (EL) position at approximately $23,900
- Second reading to update Student Discipline Policies 5135 through 5135.6 AR
- Discussion and possible action on the fiscal year 2023 Tentative Budget
- Ratification of payroll and accounts payable totaling over $1,600,000
- Budget transfer of $2,000 from High School 612 to High School 431 for repairs
March 24, 2022 Budget Workshop
The Board of School Trustees is conducting a workshop to discuss the fiscal year 2023 budget. The discussion includes projected revenues from local, state, and federal sources, as well as proposed projects, major expenditures, and staffing needs.
- Discussion of projected revenue from local, state, and federal sources
- Review of proposed projects and major expenditures for FY2023
- Discussion regarding employee staffing needs
- Budget presentations by Supervisors and Building Principals
- Possible action on instructions to administration regarding FY2022 and FY2023 budgets
March 15, 2022
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will consider several personnel actions, including offering employment to a high school principal candidate, approving staff resignations with potential buyouts, and adding new teaching and coaching positions. The board will also discuss a student discipline policy update and approve routine financial items.
- Offer employment to top High School Principal candidate
- Resignation of Sara Groth with $62,370 two-year PERS buyout
- Resignation of Kip Merritt with longevity bonus or buyout
- Add Instructional Coach position ($58,509-$107,041 salary plus benefits)
- Add Certified Teacher at Eureka Junior High/High School ($58,509-$107,041 salary plus benefits)
Regular Meeting
The Board of School Trustees will discuss a $54,631.50 tuition agreement with Elko County School District and a resignation request involving PERS service credit. Other items include approving out-of-state professional training and creating a new high school educational aide position.
- Tuition agreement with Elko County School District for 9 students totaling $54,630.17
- Resignation of Nancy Foster including a request to purchase up to two years of PERS service credit (approx. $50,000)
- Out-of-state travel for training in Indianapolis with an expected cost of $11,550
- Creation of a new full-time educational aide position for the high school
- Ratification of payroll and accounts payable totaling over $1.5 million
January 11, 2022 Regular Meeting
The Eureka County School District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on several action items, including a tuition agreement with Lander County School District, board reorganization, a surplus bus donation, and a sidewalk project. The board will also hear reports from principals, the finance officer, and the superintendent, and will enter closed session to discuss labor relations.
- Tuition agreement with Lander County School District for $24,800 for 31 students
- Reorganization of the Board of Trustees (electing president, clerk, and other officers)
- Donation of a surplus 2006 Thomas 84-passenger bus to Elko County School District
- Design and bidding for Capron Street Sidewalk project (construction est. $420,681)
- Ratify payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $600,000