Eau Claire Area School District public meetings in 2020
38 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a virtual regular meeting on December 21, 2020. They will hear public comments and reports, then vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of the 2021 Capital Improvement Budget (details not provided), acceptance of gifts totaling $10,342.26, payment of bills and payroll exceeding $9 million, and adoption of a meeting schedule for 2021–2022.
- Approval of 2021 Capital Improvement Budget (no further details in agenda)
- Accept gifts of $10,342.26 for November 1–30, 2020
- Approve payment of bills ($5,454,562.90) and net payroll ($3,646,026.76) for November 2020
- Adopt meeting schedule for summer 2021 through spring 2022
- Approve November 2020 financial report
The Board approved extending the Families First Coronavirus Response Act timeline for paid leave. A consent agenda was passed covering financial reports, bills, and the capital improvement budget.
- Approved expansion of Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) timeline from Jan 1, 2021, until new legislation is in effect (5-1)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $5,454,562.90 and net payroll of $3,646,026.76 (6-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $10,342.26 (6-0)
- Approved Capital Improvement Budget (6-0)
- Approved Human Resources-Employment Report (6-0)
- Approved Financial Report for November 2020 (6-0)
- Approved minutes from December 7, 2020, and closed session minutes (6-0)
- Approved 2021 and 2022 meeting schedules (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board held a virtual meeting including a closed session for legal services and property purchasing. In open session, the board approved a consent agenda that included proposed changes to Policy 443.1-Student Dress, the employment report, and minutes. The board also discussed the 2021 Capital Improvement Budget.
- Approved changes to Policy 443.1-Student Dress after equity review
- Discussed 2021 Capital Improvement Budget with facilities projects
- Closed session under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(e) for purchasing and legal services
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report for December 7, 2020
- Approved minutes from November 16, 2020 meeting
The Board approved the Consent Resolution Agenda, which included changes to the student dress policy and previous meeting minutes. Several items, including the 2021 Capital Improvement Budget and a COVID-19 paid leave proposal, were discussed and deferred to future meetings.
- Approved Proposed Changes to Policy 443.1-Student Dress (7-0)
- Approved Minutes of November 16, 2020 (7-0)
- Approved Minutes of Closed Session - November 16, 2020 (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Tabled 2021 Capital Improvement Budget to December 21 agenda
- Tabled COVID-19 Paid Leave program proposal to December 21 agenda
- Tabled McKinley Charter School contract renewal to a future meeting
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will first meet in closed session for superintendent goal setting. The open session includes a public forum, reports, and a consent agenda with several financial approvals and a vote on employee handbook modifications related to emergency school closures.
- Employee handbook modifications for emergency school closures
- Payment of bills totaling $5,635,009.70 and net payroll of $5,599,997.91
- Acceptance of gifts totaling $5,487.00
- Approval of October 2020 financial report
- Human Resources employment report
The Board adopted Policy 343.1 regarding an Equitable Multi-Level System of Supports. They also approved a consent agenda including financial reports and payroll payments. Proposed changes to the student dress policy were discussed and will be considered in December.
- Adopted Policy 343.1 - Equitable Multi-Level System of Supports (7-0)
- Approved October 2020 Financial Report (7-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $5,487.00 (7-0)
- Approved bills of $5,635,009.70 and net payroll of $5,599,997.91 (7-0)
- Approved November 2, 2020 minutes (7-0)
- Approved Employee Handbook Modifications (7-0)
- Approved Student Transit Contract (7-0)
- Approved Demo & Trends Charge and Study (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will consider approval of a consent resolution agenda that includes raising substitute pay rates to address a shortage, with a net budget impact of $238,100, and overriding Policy 225 to adjust the superintendent's evaluation timeline for the 2020-2021 school year. The meeting will be held virtually due to the pandemic. The board will also hear committee reports and public comments.
- Approve a substitute pay increase with a $238,100 net budget impact for 2020-21
- Override Policy 225 to extend the superintendent's evaluation timeline for the 2020-2021 school year
- Approve minutes from October 19 and October 26, 2020 meetings
- Approve Human Resources employment report for November 2, 2020
- Receive reports from standing committees including Budget Development and L.E.A.P.
The Board approved the consent resolution agenda, including the employment report and substitute pay. It also voted to move a proposed policy on an Equitable Multi-Level System of Supports forward for a vote on November 16. Several other items, including a student enrollment study and handbook modifications, were scheduled for future agendas.
- Approved Consent Resolution Agenda (7-0)
- Approved October 19, 2020 minutes (7-0)
- Approved October 26, 2020 Budget Hearing and Special Meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved Substitute Pay (7-0)
- Approved Override Policy 225 for 2020-2021 School Year (7-0)
- Moved Proposed Policy 343.1 (Equitable Multi-Level System of Supports) forward for vote on Nov 16 (7-0)
- Placed recommendation for $10,500 student enrollment projection study on Nov 16 agenda (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Budget Hearing & Special Meeting
The board received an update on the 2020-2021 budget, held a public hearing for comments, and voted unanimously to adopt the 2020-2021 recommended budget for all funds.
- Update on the 2020-2021 budget by Abby Johnson
- Public hearing on the 2020-2021 ECASD budget (up to 4 minutes per speaker)
- Adoption of the 2020-2021 ECASD budget with fiscal impact on all funds
- Motion carried unanimously: 7 yes votes
The Eau Claire School Board held a public hearing and a special meeting to review the 2020-2021 budget. No members of the public signed up to speak. The Board voted unanimously to adopt the recommended budget as presented.
- Adopted 2020-2021 recommended budget (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will meet virtually to consider action items on the consent agenda, including adoption of a new visitor policy requiring masks and office reporting, acceptance of $159,655.15 in gifts, and approval of $11,034,144.79 in bills and payroll. The board will also discuss substitute pay rates.
- Adopt proposed Policy 860 - Visitors to the Schools, requiring masks and office check-in
- Accept gifts totaling $159,655.15 for September 2020
- Approve payment of bills $7,588,864.18 and net payroll $3,445,280.61 for September 2020
- Approve Human Resources employment report for October 19, 2020
- Discussion of substitute pay rates compared to surrounding districts
The Board approved a consent resolution agenda including financial payments, gifts, and a visitor policy. Members reached a consensus to move the Superintendent's evaluation to March 2021.
- Approved gifts totaling $159,655.15 (7-0)
- Approved bills totaling $7,588,864.18 and net payroll of $3,445,280.61 (7-0)
- Approved Proposed Policy 860 - Visitors to the Schools (7-0)
- Approved October 5, 2020 minutes (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Consensus reached to evaluate Superintendent in March 2021 instead of January 2021
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Board held a public hearing and voted to request an Educator Effectiveness Waiver from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, which would waive the requirement to evaluate teachers and principals based on student performance measures and professional standards. The meeting also included a public forum, administrative reports, and a consent agenda approving minutes, an employment report, and the retirement of an outdated policy on employment compensation plans.
- Public hearing and board vote to request an Educator Effectiveness Waiver from the Wisconsin DPI
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes of September 21, 2020
- Approval of Human Resources Employment Report for October 5, 2020
- Retirement of Policy 542 – Employment Compensation Plans, deemed outdated
The Board approved a one-year request for an Educator Effectiveness Waiver from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The Board also approved several consent items, including the September 21 minutes and the retirement of three policies. Discussion was held regarding modifications to the 2020-2021 school calendar.
- Approved Educator Effectiveness Waiver request (7-0)
- Approved September 21, 2020 minutes (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Retired Policy 542 - Employment Compensation Plans (7-0)
- Retired Policy 542.1 - Support Staff Employee Salaries/Fringe Benefits (7-0)
- Retired Policy 545 - Support Staff Assignment and Transfers (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will consider several consent‑agenda items, including budget adjustments, a gifts report of $11,071.07, and payments of $4,887,751.53 in bills and $3,247,559.72 in payroll for August 2020. A motion will be taken to postpone the approved referendum timeline by one year, moving the election to Spring 2022. The board will also hear a transition‑plan report on possible instructional changes due to the COVID‑19 pandemic and discuss proposed calendar modifications for the 2020‑2021 school year.
- 6.3 2019‑2020 Budget Adjustments (consent agenda)
- 6.4 Gifts totaling $11,071.07 for August 2020 (consent agenda)
- 6.5 Payment of all bills $4,887,751.53 and net payroll $3,247,559.72 for August 2020 (consent agenda)
- 6.7 Motion to delay the referendum to a Spring 2022 election (consent agenda)
- 8.1 Presentation of a Transition Plan for more restrictive instructional models (discussion)
The Board approved a consent agenda including budget adjustments, gifts, and payroll payments. Members discussed a draft transition plan for potential district closures and modifications to the 2020-2021 calendar, both of which will return for further action.
- Approved Minutes of September 14, 2020 (7-0)
- Approved 2019-2020 Budget Adjustments (7-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $11,071.07 (7-0)
- Approved payment of bills ($4,887,751.53) and net payroll ($3,247,559.72) (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved Referendum Timeline (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will meet virtually on September 14, 2020, to consider a consent agenda that includes approving a reduced parking permit processing fee of $12.50 for the 2020-21 school year, estimated to reduce revenue by $28,000. The board will also vote on revisions to Policy 443.7 (Code of Classroom Conduct) to align with PBIS and equity, and extend authorization for executive directors to accept hires and resignations. Public comment is available via Webex or phone.
- Parking permit fee reduced to $12.50 processing fee for 2020-21, reducing revenue by approximately $28,000
- Revisions to Policy 443.7 – Code of Classroom Conduct, recommended by Teaching and Learning to align with PBIS and ensure equity
- Extension of authorization to Executive Director of Human Resources to accept hires, resignations, and retirements during summer months
- Approval of minutes from August 17, 2020 regular and closed sessions
- Human Resources Employment Report for September 14, 2020
The Board approved a consent resolution including policy revisions and employment reports. Members discussed the opening of schools and a recommendation to delay the referendum until Spring 2022, which will be voted on at the next meeting.
- Approved Consent Resolution including August 17 minutes, employment report, and parking permits (7-0)
- Approved revisions to Policy 443.7 - Code of Classroom Conduct (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will meet virtually. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss the Gap Group (personnel), public forum, reports, and a consent resolution agenda. Consent items cover 2019-2020 budget adjustments, $172,556.90 in gifts, $6,933,816.16 in bills and $3,246,306.37 in payroll, an employment report, and additional modifications to the mask requirement defining acceptable face coverings.
- Closed session to discuss Gap Group (personnel)
- Consent: 2019-2020 budget adjustments
- Consent: gifts of $172,556.90
- Consent: payment of $6,933,816.16 in bills and $3,246,306.37 in payroll
- Consent: mask requirement modifications to define acceptable face coverings for students, staff, and visitors
The Board approved a consent agenda including budget adjustments, gifts, and payroll. Members received updates on school reopening plans and the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation annual report.
- Approved 2019-2020 Budget Adjustments
- Approved gifts totaling $172,556.90 for July 2020
- Approved bills totaling $6,933,816.16 for July 2020
- Approved net payroll totaling $3,246,306.37 for July 2020
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report
- Approved Mask Requirement Additional Modifications
- Approved minutes from August 3, 2020
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will consider a proposal to require masks for students, staff, and visitors in district buildings due to COVID-19. The board will also act on a consent agenda including approval of previous meeting minutes, an employment report, and acceptance of a donation of 360 solar panels from an anonymous donor for the Solar on Schools Project. A closed session was held earlier to discuss a personnel matter.
- Proposal to modify rules 443.1-Rule and 521-Rule to require masks for students, staff, and visitors
- Approval of donation of 360 solar panels from an anonymous donor for the Eau Claire Solar on Schools Project, funded by the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation
- Approval of minutes from July 20, 2020 board meeting
- Approval of Human Resources Employment Report for summer school and regular positions
The Board approved modifications to 443.1-Rule and 521-Rule and adopted mask requirements for visitors to the district. The Board also approved the July 20 minutes, an employment report, and a solar panel donation via consent agenda.
- Approved modifications to 443.1-Rule, 521-Rule, and visitor mask requirements (7-0)
- Approved July 20, 2020 minutes (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved Solar Panel Donation (7-0)
- Approved motion to move to closed session for employee data (5-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will meet virtually to consider a consent resolution agenda that includes approval of bills totaling $8.83 million and net payroll of $3.86 million, acceptance of $11,874 in gifts, approval of insurance renewal for 2020-2021, annual curriculum standards, and an employment report. The meeting also includes a public forum and reports from the superintendent and board president.
- Acceptance of gifts totaling $11,873.99 for June 1–30, 2020
- Payment of bills ($8,831,734.29) and net payroll ($3,863,949.52) for June 1–20, 2020
- Insurance renewal for 2020-2021 with a net budget decrease of $69,338; includes general liability, auto, property, workers comp, and school board legal liability
- Annual approval of curriculum standards as required by Wisconsin Act 55
- Human resources employment report covering summer school and regular staff
The Board approved the proposed Reopening of Schools Plan following a report from the task force and health department. A consent agenda was passed covering bills, payroll, and solar project bids. The Board also held a work session on the Coherent Governance Model.
- Approved Reopening of Schools Plan (6-1)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $8,831,734.29 (unanimous)
- Approved net payroll totaling $3,863,949.52 (unanimous)
- Approved gifts in the amount of $11,873.99 (unanimous)
- Approved bids for MHS Solar Project installation and maintenance (unanimous)
- Approved July 6, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved annual curriculum standards (unanimous)
- Approved insurance renewal and HR employment report (unanimous)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board met virtually and approved a consent agenda including gifts of $42,651.44 and bills totaling $8,472,144.29 plus payroll of $5,491,152.37. The board voted to lease devices for the 2020-21 school year. A presentation was given on a long-term facility plan to address overcrowding at south side elementary schools, but no action was taken.
- Approved lease of devices for 2020-21 school year after budget request presentation
- Accepted gifts totaling $42,651.44 for May 2020
- Approved payments of $8,472,144.29 in bills and $5,491,152.37 in net payroll for May 2020
- Demographic Trends and Facility Planning Committee presented three plans for south side elementary overcrowding
- Consent agenda included minutes from June 1 and June 11, 2020, and a financial report for May 2020
The Board approved a recommendation to lease 1:1 devices for PK-12 students to prepare for the reopening of schools. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including the payment of bills and payroll for May 2020. A recommendation regarding elementary expansion to address southside capacity was reviewed for potential future referendum consideration.
- Approved leasing 1:1 devices for the 20-21 school year (7-0)
- Approved May 2020 financial report, June 1 and June 11 minutes, and employment report
- Approved gifts totaling $42,651.44 for May 2020
- Approved payment of bills ($8,472,144.29) and net payroll ($5,491,152.37) for May 2020
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The School Board will meet virtually for a closed session to discuss employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data. The board will reconvene in open session to announce any actions taken during the closed portion.
- Closed session discussion of personnel matters under s. 19.85(1)(c)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board held a virtual meeting on June 1, 2020, to approve routine administrative items and committee assignments. The board ratified the 2020-21 master agreement with the Eau Claire Association of Educators, which includes a .50% base wage increase. All consent agenda items, including the previous meeting minutes and Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association membership renewal, were approved by a unanimous vote.
- Ratification of the 2020-21 Eau Claire Association of Educators (ECAE) Master Agreement with a .50% base wage increase
- Approval of Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) membership for the 2020-21 school year
- Approval of 2020-21 School Board committee assignments
- Approval of the May 18, 2020 board meeting minutes
- Review of the June 1, 2020 Human Resources employment report
The board appointed Erica Zerr to a board vacancy and approved a non-precedent setting retirement window for eligible certified staff. Modifications to the Employee Handbook regarding hourly staff layoff notice were also approved. A proposal to alter the Eau Claire Virtual School enrollment cap was discussed but no motion was made.
- Appointed Erica Zerr to the School Board (4-1-1)
- Approved retirement option for certified staff eligible as of Feb 1, 2020 (6-0)
- Approved Employee Handbook modifications for hourly layoff notice (6-0)
- Approved Consent Resolution Agenda including WIAA renewal and ECASD/ECAE Master Agreement (6-0)
- Tabled WIAA Calendar and Graduation – Spring 2021 report (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will meet virtually and consider consent agenda items including approval of April financial reports, gifts totaling $7,367, payment of bills and payroll, and meal prices for the 2020-2021 school year. No increase is proposed for student meal prices; adult breakfast would rise to $1.85 and adult lunch to $3.70. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent, board president, student representative, and committees.
- Accept $7,367 in gifts for April 1-30, 2020
- Approve payment of $5,071,563.38 in bills and $3,488,771.37 in net payroll for April 2020
- Approve 2020-21 meal prices: no increase for students; adult breakfast to $1.85, adult lunch to $3.70
- Human Resources employment report for May 18, 2020
- Announcement of new student representatives for 2020-2021 school year
The Board appointed Marquell Johnson to a vacancy and approved a specific option regarding employee vacation time. A consent agenda was passed covering financial reports, bills, and handbook modifications. The Board also appointed committee assignments and tabled a referendum survey feedback item.
- Appointed Marquell Johnson to the School Board
- Approved Option 4 regarding employee vacation time (6-0)
- Approved Consent Resolution Agenda including $5,071,563.38 in bills and $3,488,771.37 in payroll (6-0)
- Approved 2020-21 Employee Handbook Modifications (6-0)
- Approved 2020-2021 Meal Prices (6-0)
- Appointed School Board Committee Assignments (6-0)
- Tabled Referendum Survey Feedback for the next meeting (6-0)
- Approved Electrical Engineer Contract Award (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Organizational Meeting
The Eau Claire School Board held its annual organizational meeting to elect officers for the coming year. Members voted to elect Tim Nordin as President, Lori Bica as Vice President, Joshua Clements as Clerk, Abby Johnson as Clerk Designee, Aaron Harder as Treasurer, and Meta Miske as Secretary. The meeting also included a public forum.
- Election of Tim Nordin as Board President
- Election of Lori Bica as Vice President
- Election of Joshua Clements as Clerk
- Election of Aaron Harder as Treasurer
- Election of Meta Miske as Secretary
The Board held its organizational meeting to elect officers and adopt a policy regarding the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation. Members approved a series of consent items and authorized funding and contractor bids for the Ulrich Trust Memorial High School Track Project.
- Elected Tim Nordin as President (unanimous)
- Elected Lori Bica as Vice President (unanimous)
- Elected Joshua Clements as Clerk (unanimous)
- Elected Abby Johnson as Clerk Designee (unanimous)
- Elected Aaron Harder as Treasurer (unanimous)
- Elected Meta Miske as Secretary (unanimous)
- Adopted Policy 840.1 regarding the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation (5-1)
- Approved Ulrich Trust track project donation, contractor bids, and use of District funds (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Closed Session Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board is holding a closed session to discuss the superintendent search. The meeting is being held virtually due to COVID-19. After closed session, the board will reconvene in open session to announce any action taken.
- Closed session under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(c) to discuss employment, performance, and compensation data related to the superintendent search
- Virtual meeting format with remote participation options via Webex and telephone
Eau Claire School Board Closed Session Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a closed session via virtual meeting to discuss the Superintendent Search. The meeting is closed to the public but offers remote participation via Webex or phone. The board will reconvene in open session to announce any action taken.
- Closed session discussion of the Superintendent Search under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(c)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a virtual meeting starting with a closed session to discuss the superintendent search, then reconvene for open session including public forum, reports, and a consent agenda. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, the March 2020 financial report, 2019-2020 budget adjustments, acceptance of gifts totaling $12,873.72, and payment of bills totaling $11,420,668.04 plus net payroll of $3,637,511.20.
- Closed session to discuss superintendent search under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(c)
- Acceptance of gifts totaling $12,873.72 for March 1-31, 2020
- Approval of bills paid: $11,420,668.04 and net payroll $3,637,511.20 for March 2020
- Approval of 2019-2020 budget adjustments as presented
- Approval of March 2020 financial report
The Board approved a series of consent items including a COVID-19 grading proposal, an updated compensation plan, and various financial reports. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss the Superintendent search and reports on at-home learning transitions.
- Approved COVID-19 Grading Proposal (6-0)
- Approved Covid-19 Updated Compensation Plan (6-0)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $11,420,668.04 and net payroll of $3,637,511.20 (6-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $12,873.72 (6-0)
- Approved 2019-2020 Budget Adjustments (6-0)
- Approved Short Term Relief Options for Elementary Schools (6-0)
- Approved Montessori Contract Changes (6-0)
- Approved policies 185, 652, and 184, and rescinded Policy 343.1 (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board is holding a special virtual meeting on April 17, 2020, primarily to conduct closed-session interviews for the superintendent position. The board will enter closed session twice, each time to interview a candidate, and will reconvene in open session afterward to announce any action taken. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items such as roll call and adjournment.
- First closed session at 8:02 a.m. to interview a candidate for Superintendent
- Second closed session at 8:05 p.m. to interview another candidate for Superintendent
- Meeting held virtually via Webex and telephone due to COVID-19
The Board held two closed sessions to interview a candidate for the Superintendent position. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved first adjournment to closed session for Superintendent candidate interview (5-0)
- Approved recess of meeting until 8:05pm (5-0)
- Approved second adjournment to closed session for Superintendent candidate interview (5-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board is holding a special meeting to interview a candidate for the Superintendent position. The meeting consists of a series of closed sessions and brief open sessions to announce any actions taken.
- Closed session to interview candidate for Superintendent position
The Board held two closed sessions to interview a candidate for the Superintendent position. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved first closed session for Superintendent candidate interview (6-0)
- Approved second closed session for Superintendent candidate interview (4-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
This is a special meeting of the Eau Claire School Board consisting almost entirely of closed sessions to interview a candidate for the Superintendent position. The board will briefly convene in open session to announce any action taken. No other business is on the agenda.
- Interview a candidate for the Superintendent position in closed session
The Board held two closed sessions to interview a candidate for the Superintendent position. No substantive actions or votes were taken in open session.
- Approved first closed session for Superintendent candidate interview (5-0)
- Approved second closed session for Superintendent candidate interview (5-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a public hearing and vote on requesting an Instructional Hours Waiver from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, citing the COVID-19 public health emergency. The board will also consider consent agenda items including minutes from prior meetings, an employment report, and health/dental insurance rate renewal.
- Public hearing and action on Instructional Hours Waiver request to waive state minimum hour requirements due to COVID-19
- Approval of health and dental insurance renewal rates, including expansion of Bridge Benefit for specialty drugs (Tier 4)
- Consent agenda approval of minutes from March 13 and March 16, 2020 meetings
- Human Resources Employment Report for April 6, 2020
- Virtual meeting format with remote public participation via WebEx and phone
The School Board voted to request an Instructional Hours Waiver from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The board also approved a series of administrative items, including a COVID-19 compensation plan and updated facility fees.
- Approved request for Instructional Hours Waiver from Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (7-0)
- Approved COVID-19 Compensation Plan Updated April 6, 2020 (7-0)
- Approved 2020-21 Base Wage Increase for Hourly and Non-Affiliated Employees (7-0)
- Approved Facility Fee Schedule (7-0)
- Approved Conditions of Use (7-0)
- Approved CESA 10 Contract Renewal (7-0)
- Approved Health and Dental Insurance Rate Renewal (7-0)
- Approved 5-Year Capital Bids (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board met on March 16, 2020, to approve routine financial and administrative items. The board unanimously approved the February 2020 financial report, accepted $56,494.63 in gifts, and authorized payment of $4,870,024.31 in bills and $3,655,533.05 in net payroll. A closed session was held to discuss the "Gap Group" and the superintendent search, which will determine future district leadership. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural approvals and standard committee reports.
- Approval of February 2020 financial report
- Acceptance of $56,494.63 in gifts (Feb 1–29, 2020)
- Authorization of $4,870,024.31 in bills and $3,655,533.05 in net payroll
- Closed session on the "Gap Group" and superintendent search
- Approval of minutes from March 2–9, 2020 meetings
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
This special meeting includes a closed session to discuss the superintendent search and a public discussion of the district's COVID-19 plan. No formal action was taken on the COVID-19 item; the board approved a motion to enter closed session for personnel matters.
- Closed session under 19.85(1)(c) to discuss superintendent search and a compensation/personnel matter
- Motion to enter closed session carried unanimously (7-0)
- Discussion of ECASD's COVID-19 plan, with no board action required
- Meeting reconvenes to open session to announce any action from closed session
The Board reviewed a plan to close schools after 5:00 p.m. on March 18, 2020, and cancel activities and field trips starting March 14, 2020. The Board stated the Superintendent has the authority to make decisions regarding closure and staffing.
- Approved move to Closed Session for personnel matters (7-0)
- Approved suspension of rules to allow public comment (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will convene in closed session at 5:45 PM to discuss a contract with a vendor, the superintendent search, and the CPI. The board will then reconvene to open session at 7:40 PM to announce any action taken, if any. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn at 7:45 PM.
- Closed session discussion of superintendent search under state law exemption
- Closed session discussion of a vendor contract
- Closed session discussion of the CPI (Consumer Price Index)
- Reconvene to open session to announce any action taken from closed session
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a closed meeting to discuss a contract with a vendor, the Superintendent Search, and the CPI. Following the closed session, the board will reconvene in open session to announce any actions taken. The agenda is largely procedural with no open-session action items listed.
- Closed session to discuss a contract with a vendor
- Closed session to discuss the Superintendent Search
- Closed session to discuss the CPI
- Open session reconvene to announce any actions taken from closed session
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will meet in closed session to discuss the superintendent search, a vendor contract, and the CPI. They will reconvene in open session at 7:40 p.m. to announce any actions taken.
- Closed session to discuss superintendent search
- Closed session to discuss a contract with a vendor
- Closed session to discuss CPI (Consumer Price Index)
- Reconvene to open session at 7:40 p.m.
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will meet in closed session at 4:30 p.m. to discuss a vendor contract, the superintendent search, and CPI. The open session at 7:10 p.m. will reconvene to announce any action taken from closed session, then adjourn.
- Closed session to discuss a vendor contract, the superintendent search, and CPI.
- Closed session under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(c) for superintendent search personnel matters.
- Open session reconvenes at 7:10 p.m. to announce closed session actions.
- Meeting adjourns at 7:15 p.m.
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a closed session at 5:35 p.m. to discuss a contract with a vendor, the superintendent search, and the consumer price index. After the closed session, the board will reconvene in open session at 8:10 p.m. to announce any actions taken. No other agenda items are listed.
- Closed session to discuss contract with a vendor
- Closed session to discuss superintendent search
- Closed session to discuss the consumer price index (CPI)
- Reopen in open session to announce any actions taken
- Adjourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will first enter closed session under Wisconsin statutes to discuss personnel matters, the superintendent search, and health insurance. It will reconvene in open session at 7 p.m. for public forum, reports, and a consent agenda. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, an employment report, proposed changes to Policy 672 on purchasing, a Resolution in Support of the Hmong Community, and an expansion proposal for the Eau Claire Virtual School.
- Closed session to discuss superintendent search and personnel matters
- Resolution in Support of the Hmong Community
- Eau Claire Virtual School Expansion Proposal
- Proposed changes to Policy 672 - Purchasing (health/dental insurance bidding)
- Human Resources Employment Report
The Board approved the Eau Claire Virtual School Expansion Proposal and a resolution in support of the Hmong community. Several administrative items, including the February 17 minutes and capital project bids, were approved via the consent agenda.
- Approved Eau Claire Virtual School Expansion Proposal (7-0)
- Approved Resolution in Support of the Hmong Community (7-0)
- Approved February 17, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved February 17, 2020 Closed Session minutes (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved changes to Policy 672 – Purchasing (7-0)
- Approved 5-Year Capital Project Bids (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a regular meeting including a closed session to discuss superintendent search, a vendor contract, CPI/Gap Group, and a personnel matter. In open session, the board will consider adopting a timeline for an April 2021 referendum and approve consent agenda items including financial reports, gifts, and bill payments.
- Adopt timeline for an April 2021 referendum
- Accept gifts totaling $29,495.04 for January 2020
- Approve bills of $4,587,478.49 and net payroll of $3,552,314.56 for January 2020
- Closed session to discuss superintendent search and a vendor contract
- Closed session to discuss CPI and 'Gap Group'
The Board approved the 2020-2021 district calendar and the Montessori contract with specific modifications. Two boundary alteration petitions were approved, while one request to detach to the Elk Mound School District was denied.
- Approved Montessori contract with changes to 4K bussing and annual review terms
- Adopted original 2020-2021 District Calendar (5-1)
- Approved Anderson petition to alter school district boundaries
- Approved Magnuson petition to alter school district boundaries
- Denied Books petition to detach to Elk Mound School District (0-6)
- Adopted communication to staff regarding OPEB (4-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved Consent Resolution Agenda including $4.59M in bills and $3.55M in payroll
- Approved $29,495.04 in gifts for January 2020
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will move to a closed session to discuss a contract with a vendor, the superintendent search, and the CPI. In the closed session they will consider employment, promotion, and compensation data of the superintendent. Afterward the board will reconvene in open session to announce any actions taken.
- Closed session discussion of a vendor contract
- Closed session discussion of the superintendent search
- Consideration of employment, promotion, and compensation data for the superintendent
- Reopen the meeting to announce any actions taken from the closed session
- Adjourn the meeting
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will convene a closed meeting to discuss a vendor contract, the superintendent search, and the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The board will later reconvene in open session to announce any actions taken. The agenda is largely procedural with no public discussion items.
- Closed session to discuss a contract with a vendor, the Superintendent Search, and the CPI
- Reconvene to open session to announce any action taken arising from closed session
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will go into closed session to discuss a vendor contract, superintendent search, and CPI. In the public portion, they will review the proposed 2020-21 school year calendar, hear an OPEB report from the Budget Development Committee, and consider consent agenda items including minutes and an employment report. A 30-minute public forum will be held for citizen input.
- Closed session to discuss a vendor contract, superintendent search, and CPI (items 2.1–2.3)
- Public forum for citizen comments (item 4.1)
- Review and discussion of the draft 2020-21 school year calendar (item 10.1)
- OPEB report and Budget Development Committee recommendation (item 10.2)
- Consent agenda: approval of January 20, 2020 minutes and employment report (items 8.2, 8.3)
The Board approved the January 20, 2020 minutes and the Human Resources Employment Report. Other items, including the 2020-21 school calendar, OPEB communication, and referendum timelines, were discussed and will be voted on at the next meeting.
- Approved Minutes of January 20, 2020 (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved motion to enter Closed Session for legal strategy, personnel data, and property/fund negotiations (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board holds a regular meeting with public forum, reports, and a consent agenda. The board will vote on closing open enrollment for the ARCTIC Zone at Northstar Middle School and special education cluster sites for 2020-21, along with approving routine financial items and administrative contract extensions.
- Close open enrollment for ARCTIC Zone at Northstar Middle School and all special ed cluster sites for 2020-21
- Accept gifts totaling $68,473.63 for December 2019
- Approve payment of $7,166,194.16 in bills and $3,593,369.38 in payroll for December 2019
- Approve 2019-2020 budget adjustments as presented
- Extend administrative contracts for 20 staff from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022
The Board approved a consent resolution agenda covering financial reports, budget adjustments, and administrative contracts. The meeting included reports on elementary enrollment trends and a legislative update on energy efficient projects.
- Approved Minutes of January 6, 2020 (5-0)
- Approved Minutes of Closed Session - January 6, 2020 (5-0)
- Approved Financial Report - December 2019 (5-0)
- Approved 2019-2020 Budget Adjustments (5-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $68,473.63 for December 2019 (5-0)
- Approved bill payments of $7,166,194.16 and net payroll of $3,593,369.38 for December 2019 (5-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (5-0)
- Approved Open Enrollment for 2020-21, Administrative Contract Extensions, and Five-year Capital Selected Projects (5-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold closed sessions to discuss administrator contract renewals and the superintendent search. A work session will train the board on behavioral interviewing to prepare interview questions for superintendent candidates. The consent agenda includes approval of a Head Start continuation grant and changes to Policy 454 on child abuse/neglect/trafficking reporting.
- Closed session to discuss renewal of selected administrator contracts
- Closed session to discuss the superintendent search
- Work session with Dr. Terri Nordin on behavioral interviewing for writing superintendent interview questions
- Approval of Head Start Continuation Grant Application for serving three- and four-year-olds
- Approval of proposed changes to Policy 454 on identifying and reporting child abuse/neglect/trafficking
The Board approved a consent agenda including four policies and a Head Start grant. It also voted to support 17 proposed 2020 WASB Resolutions. A vote on the Montessori contract renewal was delayed until at least January 20.
- Approved Consent Resolution Agenda including Policies 454, 331, 370, and 740 (7-0)
- Approved Head Start Grant Approval (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved Minutes of December 16, 2019 (7-0)
- Supported Proposed 2020 WASB Resolutions (7-0)
- Delayed Montessori Contract Renewal vote until at least January 20