Wentzville R IV School District public meetings in 2021
25 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Reg. Board Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Board is considering several construction contracts for the Warrior Run Field House. The agenda also includes a directive for the administration to study professional staffing needs for the upcoming school year.
- $2,036,900 contract for general construction of the Warrior Run Field House
- $406,100 plumbing construction contract for the Field House
- $81,423.28 purchase of network switches and replacement security cameras
- Directive to study professional staffing needs and recommend position changes by April 2022
- $500 one-time retention payment for all district employees
Work Session
The Warrior Run School District Board holds a work session to hear presentations on the guest teacher program, the 2022-2023 high school course handbook, and the 2022-2023 budget, and to discuss the Health & Safety Plan. Public comments are invited. The agenda is largely informational and procedural.
- Presentation on 2022-2023 budget by Leadership Team
- Discussion of Health & Safety Plan (possible action)
- Presentation on 2022-2023 High School Course Handbook
- Guest Teacher Program presentation
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes
Board Reorganization
The Warrior Run School District Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting. The board will elect a President Pro Tempore, swear in newly elected members, and elect a President and Vice President for one-year terms. They will also adopt the 2022 meeting dates. The meeting is procedural and includes no policy decisions or public hearings.
- Election of President Pro Tempore
- Swearing in of newly elected board members
- Election of Board President for one-year term
- Election of Vice President for one-year term
- Adoption of 2022 meeting dates
Reg. Board Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Board will hold its regular meeting on November 22, 2021, at the Middle School Library. The board is set to approve the superintendent's resignation, a $1 million transfer to the capital reserve fund, and several personnel and financial items, while also discussing the Health & Safety Plan.
- Approve resignation of Superintendent Alan Hack, effective December 6, 2021
- Transfer $1,000,000 from General Fund to Capital Reserve Fund
- Approve $45,562.74 battery back-up purchase from MTG
- Approve CSIU agreement for superintendent services and Next Century agreement for interim elementary principal
- Approve facility use requests from WABA and Good News Club
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee will discuss updates regarding buildings, grounds, and educational programs. The agenda also includes financial reports and a presentation on the 2022-2023 budget.
- Field House Project Update
- Backup Battery Update
- Updated Job Descriptions
- Cyber School Update
- 2020-2021 Preliminary Audit Results
Reg. Board Meeting
The Warrior Run School District board will hold its regular meeting on October 25, 2021, at the Middle School Library. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and bills, personnel actions, and several financial and facilities items. The board will also consider a student disciplinary case and field trip requests.
- Approve resignation of Elementary School Principal Nathan Minium, effective on or before Dec. 23, 2021
- Approve employment of Bethany Weinhardt as MS Autism Support Teacher at $48,731 (pro-rated)
- Approve copier lease with TOPP Business Solutions and postage lease with Postage Pros Plus
- Reject MS/HS generator bids
- Approve field trips to The Ripken Experience (SC) and Killington Ski Resort (VT)
Work Session - October 12, 2021
The Warrior Run School District Board is holding a work session with presentations on a student spotlight, agriculture education, a waterline update from HRG, copier and postage equipment proposals, battery back-up, and Act 80 automated reconciliation. Public comments are invited at the start and end of the meeting. The only action item is a motion to adjourn.
- Waterline Update - HRG
- Copier & Postage Equipment Proposals - Tyler Potts & Greg Alico
- Battery Back-up - Greg Alico
- Act 80 Automated Reconciliation - Tyler Potts
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes
Reg. Board Meeting - September 27, 2021
The Warrior Run School District board will vote on several construction change orders for the new Field House, including $490,000 for plumbing, $180,000 for HVAC, and $348,478 for electrical work, plus a general construction change order with an unspecified amount. The board will also consider personnel actions, including retirements, resignations, and new hires, and approve routine items like minutes, monthly bills, and tax exemptions.
- Change Order PC-01 for plumbing construction: $490,000
- Change Order HC-01 for HVAC construction: $180,000
- Change Order EC-02 for electrical construction: $348,478
- Approve monthly bills as presented
- Approve tax exemptions for delinquent personal taxes
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The agenda lists a Committee of the Whole meeting for the Warrior Run School District, despite the header identifying Wentzville R IV. The body will discuss the field house, MS/HS generator bid specifications, and policy revisions. It will also review a cyber school proposal, a COVID update, and ACA employer reporting.
- Field House Discussion presented by Michael Bell
- MS/HS Generator Bid Specifications presented by Gary Williams
- WR Cyber School Discussion presented by Theresa Bartholomew
- Policy Revisions for 006 - Meetings and 903 - Public Participation
- ACA Employer Reporting Proposal
Reg. Board Meeting - August 23, 2021
The Board will review several service contracts, including mental health services and youth care. The meeting also includes an update on the Elementary Project and a review of the district Health & Safety Plan.
- Approval of outpatient mental health/therapy services contract with Community Services Groups
- Approval of Justice Works Youth Care contract for the 2021-2022 school year
- Approval of Kipton Hoffman as Assistant Varsity Cross Country Coach ($2,610.00 salary)
- Review of Elementary Project update by Ben Mike
- Approval of settlement agreement with JM Realty, LLC & Union County Board of Assessment Appeal
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider personnel actions, including resignations, new hires, stipends, and coaching contracts, as well as several spending items. The board will vote on a $14,579.60 weight room equipment purchase, a $19,750 agreement with Consolidated Engineers, and two change orders totaling $108,585 for sewer line and stadium power upgrades. They will also discuss the 2021-2022 Health & Safety Plan and hear public comments.
- Resignations: Jeremy Dunnick (HS Autism Support Paraprofessional) and Allison Tripoli (3rd Grade Teacher)
- New hire: Drewanne Kline, 3rd Grade Teacher, $48,731 salary
- Weight room equipment purchase: $14,579.60
- Consolidated Engineers agreement: $19,750
- Change orders: Sewer Line $32,829; Stadium Power Upgrade $75,756
Reg. Board Meeting - July 26, 2021
The Warrior Run School District Board will hold a regular meeting on July 26, 2021, to vote on a range of administrative, financial, and policy items. Key actions include approving a $53,904.32 cafeteria table purchase, a custodial services agreement, and a list of personnel hires and resignations. The board will also consider revisions to the Health & Safety Plan and several policies, and discuss a potential tax abatement for a county-owned property.
- Approve $53,904.32 Tanner Furniture quote for middle school cafeteria tables
- Approve Custodial Services Agreement with ServiceMaster Commercial Services
- Approve personnel hires including teachers, paraprofessionals, and athletic directors with salaries/stipends
- Authorize engagement with Union County and Gregg Township on LERTA tax abatement for Great Stream Commons
- Approve revised Health & Safety Plan and policy revisions (weapons, bullying, hazing, dating violence)
Special Board Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Board will hold a special meeting to consider hiring Andrea Heller-Landis and Casey Magargle as co-principals of Warrior Run High School. The agenda also includes public comment periods and procedural items. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.
- Employment of Andrea Heller-Landis as high school co-principal, effective July 12, 2021, salary $86,000 (prorated)
- Employment of Casey Magargle as high school co-principal, effective upon release from current employer, salary $86,000 (prorated)
- Public comments on agenda items (3-minute limit)
- Public comments of a general nature (3-minute limit)
Reg. Board Meeting - June 28, 2021
The Warrior Run School District board will consider routine approvals including minutes, monthly bills, personnel changes, and several financial items. Notable actions include a $1 million transfer to the capital reserve fund, a $219,743 insurance renewal, and approval of the revised Health & Safety Plan.
- Transfer $1,000,000 from General Fund to Capital Reserve Fund
- Approve insurance renewal quote of $219,743 for 2021/2022
- Approve salary increases: $19,000 for licensed/admin support, $77,093.88 for hourly staff
- Approve resignations of High School Principal Marc Walter and others
- Approve $6,000 Sport Specialist contract with Mike Mertz
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Committee of the Whole will consider several action items, including approving the field house design development documents and authorizing architects to proceed, approving a $68,789 contract for bipolar ionization kits, a $11,400 sealcoating quote, and a $10,857 service contract renewal with Johnson Controls. The board will also act on personnel consent items, including resignations, summer school teacher appointments, and staff transfers. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Approve Field House Design Development Documents and authorize Breslin Ridyard Fadero Architects to prepare Construction Documents
- Approve McClure Company to install Bipolar Ionization Kits in Middle/High School HVAC for $68,789
- Approve sealcoating quote with RiteWay Sealing & Paving Inc. for $11,400
- Renew Johnson Controls service contract for one year (July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022) at $10,857.00
- Personnel consent: resignation of Kristie Stahl, summer school teachers, and staff transfers/employment
Reg. Board Meeting - May 24, 2021
The Warrior Run School District Board is meeting to vote on the final 2021/2022 budget of $24,797,321, which includes property tax increases in Montour, Northumberland, and Union counties. The board will also consider personnel actions, a teacher contract extension, and various agreements and approvals.
- Approve final 2021/2022 budget of $24,797,321 with millage increases (Montour +0.44, Northumberland +2.38, Union +0.71)
- Approve four-year contract extension with Warrior Run Education Association through June 30, 2027
- Approve employment of Sarah Sofia as Food Service Coordinator at $32,000 and Renee Thomas as Elementary Paraprofessional at $10.25/hour
- Approve lease agreement with Wish Upon a Star Daycare for Turbotville Elementary School
- Set tax certificate fee at $10 per certificate effective June 1, 2021
Work Session - May 11, 2021
The Warrior Run School District Board will hold a work session to discuss and potentially approve personnel actions, including new hires and transfers, and a request for proposals for bipolar ionization. The agenda also includes presentations on retirees, grants, and school highlights, plus public comment periods.
- Hire 4 teachers: Megan Ernst ($60,649), Rebecca Hayhurst ($48,731), Madison Rice ($48,731), Taylor Williams ($48,731)
- Approve 15 staff transfers for 2021-2022 school year
- Hire Ryan Keller as Technology Aide at $10.35/hour
- Approve RFP for Bipolar Ionization
- Recognize 7 retirees
Reg. Board Meeting - April 26, 2021
The Warrior Run School Board will consider adopting a proposed final budget of $24,798,541 for 2021-2022, which includes property tax increases in Montour, Northumberland, and Union counties. The board will also vote on personnel actions, including a new agriculture/welding teacher, and various agreements and purchases.
- Proposed final budget of $24,798,541 with real estate tax millage increases (e.g., Northumberland County up 2.35 mills)
- Hire Chloe Sees as High School Agriculture/Welding Teacher at $48,731.00
- Approve settlement agreement with Employee 2021-K
- Purchase 2022 Ford F350 4x4 with snow plow and lift gate for $44,197
- Approve NutriKids upgrade for cafeteria at $10,224
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Committee of the Whole will meet virtually to discuss facilities, policy, and finance items. Topics include a disposal list, roof repairs at Watsontown and the Middle School, truck replacement, history curriculum, a flex MOU, community college and booster club discussions, transportation, a cafeteria software upgrade, the 2021-2022 budget, and a lock box. The meeting will end with an executive session on personnel.
- Roof repairs at Watsontown and Middle School
- Truck replacement
- NutriKids cafeteria software upgrade
- 2021-2022 budget update
- Executive session on personnel
Reg. Board Meeting - March 22, 2021
The Board is considering a resolution for issuing General Obligation Bonds to finance capital projects. The meeting also includes reviews of health and safety plan revisions for spring sports and various personnel changes.
- Resolution for issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series of 2021
- Approval of Builder's Risk Insurance Policy for $55,974
- Contract for mowing at Watsontymown and Turbotville Elementary Schools at $165.00 per cut
- Health & Safety Plan revisions for Spring Sports
- Appointment of Troy Emmert as JH Boys Soccer Assistant Coach ($1,710.00)
Work Session - March 9, 2021
The Warrior Run School District Board will hold a work session to consider personnel actions and approve contracts for the new elementary school project. The board will vote on hiring a business manager, approving construction-related services, and hear presentations on the waterline project, financing, and enrollment/staffing for the 2021-2022 school year.
- Approve contract for Tyler Potts as Business Manager at $70,000 (pro-rated) through June 30, 2024
- Approve PlanCon Part G for New Warrior Run Elementary School project
- Approve $83,428 for Kleinfelder testing and special inspections services
- Approve $33,678 for SitelogiQ commissioning services
- Approve $40,950 for Air Balancing Engineers testing and balancing services
Special Board Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Board is holding a special meeting to consider awarding four construction contracts for the New Warrior Run Elementary School, totaling approximately $28.2 million, contingent on approvals. The board will also vote on a post-bid certification and hear public comments.
- General construction contract to eciConstruction for $20,147,100.00
- Plumbing contract to Myco Mechanical, Inc. for $1,833,000.00
- HVAC contract to Myco Mechanical, Inc. for $2,896,000.00
- Electrical contract to Lecce Electric, Inc. for $3,357,500.00
- Approve PlanCon Part F, Attachment C, Post-Bid Opening Certification
Reg. Board Meeting - February 22, 2021
The Warrior Run School District Board will vote on resuming in-person learning five days per week effective March 1, 2021, and on the 2021/2022 school calendar. The board will also consider several financial items, including the athletic budget, a capital reserve transfer, and technology purchases. Personnel actions include retirements, resignations, and coaching appointments.
- Resume in-person learning 5 days/week effective March 1, 2021
- Approve 2021/2022 athletic budget of $139,328
- Transfer $750,000 from General Fund to Capital Reserve Fund
- Purchase interactive panels for middle school for $69,274
- Approve 8 network switches for $55,381.65
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Committee of the Whole will hold a virtual meeting to discuss the 2019-2020 audit results, a capital reserve transfer, the 2021-22 CSIU general operating budget, and the 2021-22 budget update with ESSERS funding. The board will also review revisions to numerous policies, consider new policies on board governance, discipline for sexual assault, and dating violence, and discuss the 2021-2022 draft calendar and flat panel TVs. An executive session on personnel is also scheduled.
- 2019-2020 audit results discussion
- Capital reserve transfer discussion
- 2021-22 CSIU general operating budget discussion
- 2021-22 budget update & ESSERS funding
- Policy revisions across 100s, 200s, and 900s; new policies 011, 218.3, 252
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Warrior Run School District Committee of the Whole will meet virtually to discuss policy revisions, first-read policies, capital projects, and finance items. The agenda includes discussion of the 21-22 capital project list, middle and high school roof, and a 2021-2022 budget presentation. An executive session for personnel matters is also scheduled.
- First read of new policies: 011 Board Governance, 218.3 Discipline of Student Convicted/Adjudicated of Sexual Assault, 252 Dating Violence
- Discussion of 21-22 Capital Project List
- Discussion of Middle School & High School Roof
- Bid for Switches (eRate funding)
- 2021-2022 Budget Presentation