Eau Claire Area School District public meetings in 2022
26 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will vote on consent agendas including approval of bills ($8.66M), gifts ($290,813.97), a five-year capital improvement plan ($1.8M-$2.25M), and HVAC project bids ($660,959) for Longfellow and Northstar. It will also consider adjusting high school assistant principal contracts to 12-month. A public forum period is included for citizen input.
- Payment of bills totaling $8,663,824.08 for November 2022
- Gifts accepted worth $290,813.97 for November 2022
- Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan adoption with $1.8M-$2.25M budget
- Approval of contractor bids for Longfellow Chiller replacement and Northstar Boiler and Chiller replacement ($660,959 total)
- Adjustment of high school assistant principal contracts from 10/11-month to 12-month by July 2024
The Board approved the Superintendent's Consent Agenda, including payroll and bill payments. The Board also approved an administrative contract adjustment and the December 5 meeting minutes. Recommendations to rename district facilities were deferred for future examination.
- Approved payment of bills ($3,936,698.38) and net payroll ($4,727,125.70) (5-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (5-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $290,813.97 (5-0)
- Approved Five-Year Capital Project Bids (5-0)
- Approved December 5, 2022 Board Meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Administrative Contract Adjustment (5-0)
- Deferred facility naming recommendations for future review
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will vote on a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $98,600,000 in bond anticipation notes under Wisconsin Statutes. The board will also discuss a presentation of recommendations for a five-year capital improvement plan with a net budget impact of $1,800,000 for 2023-2024. Additionally, the board will discuss recent administrative decisions related to world language curriculum and accept a monitoring report on personnel administration (OE-6). Consent agendas cover routine employment and minutes approvals.
- Resolution to issue $98,600,000 in bond anticipation notes for capital projects
- Presentation of 5-year capital improvement plan with $1,800,000 net budget impact for 2023-2024
- Discussion and possible policy action on world language curriculum administrative decisions
- Accept monitoring report for OE-6 Personnel Administration
- Recognition of National Special Education Day and Manz Elementary RCU School Sense Program
The Board authorized the issuance and sale of $98.6 million in Bond Anticipation Notes and established parameters for General Obligation Refunding Bonds not to exceed $98.6 million. The Board also accepted a personnel administration monitoring report and approved the Superintendent's employment report.
- Approved Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of $98,600,000 Bond Anticipation Notes (7-0)
- Approved Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Establishing Parameters for the Sale of Not to Exceed $98,600,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (7-0)
- Accepted monitoring report for OE-6 Personnel Administration (7-0)
- Approved Superintendent’s Consent Agenda Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved Minutes of Closed Session and Board Meeting from November 28, 2022 (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board convened, moved to closed session to discuss a personnel case, then reconvened to adopt the agenda and recognize the Meadowview Veterans Day program and Roosevelt student artwork. After public forum and reports, it approved consent agendas including $6,555,626.37 in bills and $4,611,780.91 in payroll for October, and accepted a monitoring report on R-2 Academic Achievement.
- Closed session to discuss a personnel case under state statutes
- Approval of $6,555,626.37 in general bills and $4,611,780.91 in payroll for October
- Gifts accepted totaling $16,009.97 for October
- Acceptance of monitoring report on R-2 Academic Achievement
- Approval of Key Communicators Group
The Board approved the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas, including financial reports and personnel updates. The Board also accepted a monitoring report on academic achievement.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $6,555,626.37 (7-0)
- Approved net payroll of $4,611,780.91 (7-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $16,009.97 for October 2022 (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved Key Communicators Group (7-0)
- Accepted monitoring report for R-2 Academic Achievement (5-2)
- Adopted the November 28, 2022 agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes from November 7, 2022 meeting (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board voted on a consent agenda including approval of an employment report, acceptance of $15,718.07 in gifts, and payment of bills ($6.8M) and payroll ($6.6M). A separate vote approved raising teacher daily sub rates to $160 and SPED assistant hourly sub rates to $16.38, effective November 13, 2022. Reports were received from a referendum committee, legislative liaison, and on school board elections.
- Approved increase in teacher daily sub rate to $160 and SPED assistant hourly sub rate to $16.38, effective Nov 13, 2022; budget impact $92,841.60
- Accepted gifts totaling $15,718.07 for September 2022
- Approved payment of bills ($6,819,741.67) and net payroll ($6,647,563.25) for September 2022
- Approved employment report (Human Resources)
- Recognized National School Psychology Week and National Native American Heritage Month
The Board approved an increase in substitute pay and accepted a monitoring report on the student learning environment. Other approved items included a transportation contract and the payment of bills and payroll totaling over $13 million for September 2022.
- Approved increase in substitute pay (6-1)
- Approved payment of bills ($6,819,741.67) and net payroll ($6,647,563.25) for Sept 1-30, 2022
- Approved gifts totaling $15,718.07 for Sept 1-30, 2022
- Approved transportation contract
- Approved Board of Canvassers appointees
- Approved changes to District Policy 188
- Approved American Education Week Proclamation
- Accepted monitoring report for OE-4 Student Learning Environment
Eau Claire School Board Budget Hearing & Special Meeting
The Eau Claire School Board held a special meeting to update and adopt the 2022-23 district budget. An informational update was presented by Abby Johnson, followed by a public hearing allowing up to four minutes of comment per speaker. The Board voted to adopt the recommended budget using all funds, and the motion was carried.
- Update on 2022-23 budget presented by Abby Johnson (no board action required)
- Public hearing for up to four‑minute comments on the 2022-23 budget
- Adoption of the 2022-23 ECASD budget (motion by Phil Lyons, seconded by Joshua Clements)
- Budget source listed as ALL FUNDS
- Adjournment motion carried (motion by Stephanie Farrar, seconded by Phil Lyons)
The School Board held a public hearing and a special meeting to review the 2022-2023 budget. Following a presentation on revenue, expenses, and ESSER funds, the board voted to adopt the recommended budget. No members of the public signed up to speak during the hearing.
- Adopted the 2022-23 Recommended Budget (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Work Session
The board will begin with a closed session to discuss a personnel item, then reconvene in open session for a public forum, adoption of consent agendas (including an employment report and meeting minutes), and a work session on proposed changes to Board policies under the Coherent Governance Model. No decisions are expected from the work session itself.
- Closed session for personnel under state statutes (personnel, judicial case, private data)
- Coherent Governance Policy Work Session – review of proposed board policy changes
- Public Forum – up to 30 minutes for citizen comments
- Approval of Human Resources Employment Report for October 17, 2022
- Approval of minutes from the October 3, 2022 board meeting
The Board approved the October 17, 2022 Human Resources Employment Report and the minutes from the October 3, 2022 meeting. A work session was held to discuss proposed changes to several district policies, including budget, community communication, and public forums.
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (6-0)
- Approved October 3, 2022 Board Meeting minutes (6-0)
- Discussed proposed changes to policies R3.4, OE-10, OE-7, OE-8, District Policy 188, and OE-3
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will vote on adopting the preliminary 2022-2023 budget. They will also consider consent agenda items including $7.8 million in bills and $3.3 million in payroll, $9,775 in gifts, budget adjustments, and the Head Start annual report. A monitoring report on the district's climate commitment and a presentation on student achievement data are also on the agenda.
- Preliminary 2022-23 budget adoption
- Payment of bills: $7,846,241.26 and payroll: $3,326,983.31
- Gifts totaling $9,775.00 for August 2022
- 2021-2022 budget adjustments
- Head Start Annual Report 2021-22
The Board adopted the preliminary 2022-2023 budget and approved a series of financial payments and budget adjustments. Members also accepted an amended monitoring report for the OE-3 Climate Commitment. The Superintendent provided updates on referendum projects and community outreach.
- Adopted preliminary 2022-2023 budget (6-0)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $7,846,241.26 and net payroll of $3,326,983.31 (6-0)
- Approved 2021-2022 budget adjustments (6-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $9,775.00 for August 2022 (6-0)
- Accepted OE-3 Climate Commitment monitoring report as amended to strike policy change suggestions in OE-3.1 and OE 3.2 (6-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report and 2021-22 Head Start Annual Report (6-0)
- Approved September 19, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will discuss and possibly accept a monitoring report on the OE-2 Equity Commitment policy and review Spring 2022 student and family climate survey data. The board also voted 4-3 to authorize the Executive Director of Human Resources to handle hiring and resignations through June 2023. Other items include a referendum committee update and additional funding for Prairie Ridge Head Start.
- Authorization for HR director to accept hires, resignations, and leave requests through June 2023 (passed 4-3)
- Presentation of Spring 2022 student and family climate survey data
- Monitoring report acceptance for OE-2 Equity Commitment policy
- Referendum committee update
- Prairie Ridge Head Start additional funding (approved in consent agenda)
The Board approved the Human Resources employment report and specific authorizations for the Executive Director of Human Resources. Members also accepted an amended monitoring report for the OE-2 Equity Commitment. Additional approvals included previous meeting minutes and funding for Prairie Ridge Head Start.
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved Authorization to the Executive Director of Human Resources (4-3)
- Approved Minutes of Closed Session and Board Meeting from September 12, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved Prairie Ridge Head Start Additional Funding (7-0)
- Approved amendment to OE-2 Equity Commitment report to change status to 'Not in Compliance' (6-1)
- Accepted the amended OE-2 Equity Commitment monitoring report (6-1)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will convene in closed session to confer with legal counsel on potential litigation. In open session, the board will consider consent agendas including $15,011.50 in gifts, $4,485,658.98 in bills, and $3,409,642.68 in payroll for July 2022. The board will also monitor superintendent reports on emergency succession (OE-14), lifelong personal development (R 3), and citizens of a diverse community (R 4).
- Closed session to discuss litigation strategy under 19.85(1)(g)
- Acceptance of $15,011.50 in gifts for July 2022
- Approval of $4,485,658.98 in bills and $3,409,642.68 in payroll for July 2022
- Monitoring report on Emergency Superintendent Succession (OE-14)
- Re-monitoring reports on R 3: Lifelong Personal Development and R 4: Citizens of a Diverse Community
The Board approved the Superintendent's Consent Agenda, including payments for bills and payroll totaling $7,895,301.66. Members also approved monitoring reports for Lifelong Personal Development and Citizens of a Diverse Community. No action was taken during the closed session regarding legal strategy.
- Approved payment of bills ($4,485,658.98) and net payroll ($3,409,642.68) (7-0)
- Approved $15,011.50 in gifts received July 1-31, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (7-0)
- Approved August 15, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved OE-14: Emergency Superintendent Succession (7-0)
- Approved monitoring report for R-3: Lifelong Personal Development (7-0)
- Approved monitoring report for R-4: Citizens of a Diverse Community (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board approved a consent agenda including $16,520,073.85 in bills and $4,531,687.71 in payroll for June 2022, a $224,490 bid for the Administration Building rooftop unit replacement, and $200,052.04 in gifts. The board also affirmed the R-1 Mega Result and OE-1 Global Operational Expectation policies, and changed a November meeting date from November 21 to November 28. The meeting included recognitions for Meadowview and Robbins elementary schools.
- Approval of $21,051,761.56 total bills and payroll for June 2022
- Approval of $224,490 bid for Administration Building rooftop unit replacement
- Acceptance of $200,052.04 in gifts for June 2022
- Affirmation of R-1 Mega Result and OE-1 Global Operational Expectation policies
- Change of board meeting date from November 21 to November 28
The Board authorized a referendum for general obligation bonds not to exceed $98.6 million for school facility improvements. They also approved modifications to the 2022-2023 Employee Handbook and a series of financial and administrative consent items.
- Approved referendum for bonds up to $98.6 million for school additions and renovations (7-0)
- Approved 2022-2023 Employee Handbook modifications (6-1)
- Approved $16,520,073.85 in bills and $4,531,687.71 in net payroll for June 2022 (6-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $200,052.04 for June 2022 (6-0)
- Approved Superintendent's Employment Report and 5-Year Capital Project Bids (6-0)
- Approved minutes from July 18 and August 1, 2022, and a change to Board meeting date (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board holds a work session to continue discussion on a potential referendum. Topics include projects to consider, tax impacts, referendum committee work, and sample questions. No formal action is taken at this meeting, and no public comment is allowed.
- Discussion of potential referendum projects and tax implications
- Review of referendum committee work
- Review of sample referendum questions
- No public comment at this meeting
- Meeting held in person with masks recommended
The Board reviewed referendum information including district needs, survey results, and specific projects for Putnam Heights Elementary, Memorial High School, North High School, and South Middle School. The Board decided to move forward with referendum question(s) on the November ballot, though final details remain pending.
- Adopted August 1, 2022 agenda (7-0)
- Decided to place referendum question(s) on the November ballot
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will convene in a closed session to consider debt defeasance and district property matters. After reconvening, the board will adopt the meeting agenda, recognize schools, and hold a public forum. Reports from the Budget Development Committee and Legislative Liaison will be presented, followed by a superintendent's consent agenda covering financial transactions, gifts, payroll, curriculum standards, and meal pricing.
- Closed session to discuss debt defeasance
- Closed session to discuss ECASD property
- Consent agenda approval of $49,340.68 in gifts and $6,255,437.31 in bill payments with $4,195,609.65 payroll
- Annual approval of Wisconsin Model Academic Standards
- 2022‑23 meal prices set at $2.10 for adult breakfast and $4.10 for adult lunch; no student price increase
The Board approved the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas. Key approvals included the May 2022 financial report, meal prices for 2022-23, and property insurance renewal. No action was taken during the closed session.
- Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda including $6,255,437.31 in bill payments and $4,195,609.65 in net payroll (7-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $49,340.68 for May 2022 (7-0)
- Approved 2022-23 Meal Prices (7-0)
- Approved Property Insurance Renewal (7-0)
- Approved Annual Approval of Curriculum Standards (7-0)
- Approved Board Consent Agenda including June 6 and June 23 meeting minutes and revisions to GC-5 (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will adopt its agenda, hear a Baker Tilly presentation of survey results for a proposed school referendum, and then adjourn. No board action is required on the presentation; it is for information only. Standard procedural items such as roll call and the pledge of allegiance are also included.
- Adopt the meeting agenda (action item)
- Baker Tilly presentation reviewing survey results for the upcoming school referendum (informational, no motion required)
- Adjourn the meeting
The board reviewed survey results presented by Baker Tilly regarding resident values and the school system. This data is intended to guide the School Board and City Council on a potential referendum. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Adopted the June 23, 2022 agenda (5-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will vote on disallowing a detailed claim filed by Lynn Dehnke, and approve 2022-2023 open enrollment applications. The meeting also includes recognition of new student representatives, LGBTQIA Pride Month, and Juneteenth.
- Disallowance of claim from Lynn Dehnke alleging numerous legal violations
- Approval of 2022-2023 open enrollment applications for non-resident and resident students
- Approval of Human Resources employment report
- Adoption of Board Annual Work Calendar for 2022-2023
- Approval of minutes from closed session and board meeting on May 16, 2022
The Board approved the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas, which included employment reports and open enrollment applications. The Board also approved intents to file lawsuit disallowances for four individuals and a cooperative agreement for Fall Creek. Members discussed potential referendum options and tax levy history.
- Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda including Employment Report and 2022-2023 Open Enrollment Applications (7-0)
- Approved Minutes of Closed Session and Board Meeting from May 16, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved Board Annual Work Calendar (7-0)
- Approved Intent to File Lawsuit Disallowance for L. Dehnke (7-0)
- Approved Intent to File Lawsuit Disallowance for K. Christensen (7-0)
- Approved Intent to File Lawsuit Disallowance for C. Christensen (7-0)
- Approved Intent to File Lawsuit Disallowance for L. Placke-Wirth (7-0)
- Approved Fall Creek 66.0301 Cooperative Agreement - Carl Perkins (7-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will convene in closed session to discuss district property and a potential claim, then reconvene in open session to approve consent agenda items including a $33,890 bid for a Memorial Storage Shed as part of five-year capital projects, a gift report of $16,208.07, and payment of bills totaling $4,687,459.60 plus payroll of $6,225,103.19 for April 2022.
- Closed session to discuss ECASD property and potential claim under state law
- Approval of a $33,890 bid for Memorial Storage Shed (five-year capital projects)
- Gifts totaling $16,208.07 accepted for April 2022
- Payment of bills $4,687,459.60 and net payroll $6,225,103.19 for April 2022
- Financial report and employment report for April 2022 on consent agenda
The Board approved the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas, which included financial reports and personnel updates. The Budget Development Committee was renamed the Referendum Committee.
- Approved payment of bills ($4,687,459.60) and net payroll ($6,225,103.19) for April 2022 (6-0)
- Approved gifts totaling $16,208.07 for April 2022 (6-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (6-0)
- Approved Five-Year Capital Project Bids (6-0)
- Approved Prairie Ridge Head Start additional funding (6-0)
- Approved Liaisons and Committee Assignments (6-0)
- Approved May 2, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Renamed Budget Development Committee to Referendum Committee
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board held its annual organizational meeting, electing a President, Vice President, Clerk/Governance Officer, Clerk Designee, Treasurer, and Secretary for one-year terms. All officer elections were approved unanimously by the five members present. The board also adopted its meeting agenda and recognized several staff and student achievements.
- Elected Phil Lyons as Board President
- Elected Stephanie Farrar as Vice President
- Elected Erica Zerr as Clerk/Governance Officer
- Elected Marquell Johnson as Treasurer
- Elected Tim Nordin as Secretary
The Board held an organizational meeting to elect its officers for the term. The Board also approved the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas and accepted a facilities monitoring report. A review of job descriptions and labor markets for 12-month and certified employees was approved.
- Elected Tim Nordin as President (Unanimous)
- Elected Lori Bica as Vice President (Unanimous)
- Elected Marquell Johnson as Clerk/Governance Officer (Unanimous)
- Elected Abby Johnson as Clerk Designee (Unanimous)
- Elected Phil Lyons as Treasurer (Unanimous)
- Elected Terri Grzyb as Secretary (Unanimous)
- Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda including employment report and capital project bids (5-0)
- Approved administrative recommendations for Job Description and Labor Market Review (4-1)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a regular meeting including a public forum, reports from the Budget Development Committee and legislative liaison, and a consent agenda. The consent agenda includes approval of budget adjustments, acceptance of $44,941.61 in gifts, payment of bills totaling over $9 million, preliminary notice of non-renewal for limited-term contracts, and re-employment of certified staff for the 2022-23 school year.
- Preliminary notice of non-renewal for limited-term contracts (item 6.7)
- Re-employment of certified staff for 2022-23 school year (item 6.8)
- Payment of bills totaling $5,004,657.24 and payroll $4,211,845.74 for March (item 6.5)
- Acceptance of gifts totaling $44,941.61 for March (item 6.4)
- 2021-2022 budget adjustments (item 6.3)
The Board approved the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas, which included financial reports and the ratification of the ECASD and ECAE Master Agreement. Two district result reports were scheduled for reconsideration in September. No action was taken on the Job Description and Labor Market Review.
- Approved $5,004,657.24 in bills and $4,211,845.74 in net payroll (6-0)
- Approved $44,941.61 in gifts for March 2022 (6-0)
- Ratified ECASD and ECAE Master Agreement (6-0)
- Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda including employment reports and budget adjustments (6-0)
- Approved Board Consent Agenda including March 21 and April 4 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Scheduled reconsideration of R-3 Lifelong Personal Development for Sept 12 (6-0)
- Scheduled reconsideration of R-4 Citizens of a Diverse Community for Sept 12 (6-0)
- Tabled Job Description and Labor Market Review pending further information
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
This is a work session meeting with no public comment. The board will discuss the upcoming referendum, including the referendum calendar, feedback from listening sessions and a survey, and facility study recommendations. Procedural items such as agenda adoption and adjournment are also on the agenda.
- Referendum work session to review calendar, feedback, and facility study recommendations
- No in-person or virtual public comment at this meeting
- Procedural items include call to order, compliance with Open Meeting Law, roll call, and Pledge of Allegiance
The Board received a presentation on referendum information, including community feedback and surveys. Discussion focused on addressing building facilities, class size, pay, and mental health services.
- Adopted the April 4, 2022 agenda (6-0)
- Forwent the Board Debrief to allow more time for referendum discussion
- Adjourned the meeting (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will consider approval of a 4.7% wage increase for the 2022-23 fiscal year for non-affiliated and hourly employees. It will also discuss the superintendent's salary in closed session and approve consent agenda items including budget adjustments, gifts, bills, and capital project bids.
- Vote on 4.7% wage increase for non-affiliated and hourly staff for 2022-23
- Closed session to discuss superintendent's salary under state statute
- Approval of $9,673.93 in gifts for February 2022
- Approval of bills totaling $5,760,952.15 and net payroll of $4,218,391.25 for February 2022
- Two bids for Memorial parking lot replacement and concession stand as part of capital projects ($728,322 total)
The Board approved Option 2 for the 2022-23 health and dental insurance renewal. Other actions included approving the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas and a monitoring report on board communication. The Board also finalized details for the Superintendent's contract during a closed session.
- Approved 2022-23 Health and Dental Insurance Renewal Option 2 (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda including $9,673.93 in gifts and $9,979,343.40 in bills and payroll (5-0)
- Approved Board Consent Agenda including base wage increases for non-affiliated and hourly staff (5-0)
- Approved monitoring report for OE-9 Communication with the Board (5-0)
- Approved March 21, 2022 agenda with recognitions stricken (5-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will consider approving two bids for Memorial High School window replacement and a Prairie Ridge classroom addition, part of the Five-Year Capital Projects, with a net budget impact of $238,766. The board also held a closed session to discuss employee compensation and health insurance, and will act on governance policy changes, the 2022-2023 school calendar, and a revision to OE-6 Personnel Administration (which failed). Public forum and reports are also on the agenda.
- Consider bids for Memorial High School window replacement and Prairie Ridge classroom addition ($238,766 net budget impact)
- 2022-2023 school calendar approval
- Changes to governance policies (OE-5, OE-4, OE-11, B/SR 5, GC-2, GC-11)
- Closed session to discuss employee compensation and health insurance
- OE-6 Personnel Administration revision (failed, 2-0 vote)
The Board approved the 2022-2023 school calendar, capital project bids, and an employment report. It also accepted monitoring reports for community treatment and communication. A proposed change to personnel administration policy was denied.
- Approved 2022-2023 School Calendar (6-0)
- Approved 5-Year Capital Project Bids (6-0)
- Approved Human Resources Employment Report (6-0)
- Approved changes to Governance Policies and Board Work Calendar (6-0)
- Reduced public speaking time from 4 minutes to 2 minutes (6-0)
- Denied changes to OE-6 Personnel Administration (2-4)
- Accepted and amended monitoring report for OE-7 Treatment of the Community (6-0)
- Accepted monitoring report for OE-8 Communication with the Community (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board approved two contractor bids for Five-Year Capital Projects: Longfellow Elementary HVAC control replacement and Flynn Parking Lot replacement, with a net budget impact of $205,825. The board also approved the 2020-21 financial audit, accepted gifts totaling $3,865.92, and authorized payment of bills and payroll. A closed session was held to discuss employee compensation and health insurance, with no action announced upon reconvening.
- Approved two capital project bids totaling $205,825 for Longfellow HVAC control replacement and Flynn Parking Lot replacement.
- Approved 2020-21 financial audit with unmodified opinion and no internal control deficiencies.
- Accepted gifts of $3,865.92 for the period January 1–31, 2022.
- Authorized payment of bills ($4,812,581.07) and net payroll ($3,844,161.30) for January 2022.
- Held closed session under 19.85(1)(c) to consider employee compensation and health insurance.
The Board approved the 2020-21 financial audit and a Superintendent's Consent Agenda including payroll and bill payments. A motion to modify the wording of district result R-3 was passed. The Board also received a presentation on the ATSR Facilities Study.
- Approved 2020-21 financial audit (6-0)
- Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda including $4,812,581.07 in bills and $3,844,161.30 in net payroll (6-0)
- Approved $3,865.92 in gifts for January 2022 (6-0)
- Approved Board Consent Agenda including February 7 and February 14 minutes (6-0)
- Approved replacing 'self-actualization' with 'self-awareness' in R-3 (4-2)
Eau Claire School Board Work Session
The Eau Claire School Board will hold a work session to review proposed new policies under the Coherent Governance Model. No board action or votes are expected at this meeting. The session is focused on discussion and review only.
- Review of proposed new policies under the Coherent Governance Model (no action needed)
The board conducted a work session to discuss proposed changes to several district policies. No formal votes were taken on the policy changes during this session.
- Discussed proposed changes to policies OE-4, OE-5, OE-6, OE-7, OE-8, OE-11, B/SR-5, GC-2, and GC-11
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The board will hold a closed session to discuss district properties and health insurance, then reconvene for open session. They will consider a request by Kenneth and Kelly Books to detach their property from the Eau Claire Area School District to the Elk Mound Area School District. Consent agenda items include two capital project bids (Prairie Ridge fire alarm and Northwoods chiller replacement) totaling $284,290, and a resolution supporting We Love Our Public Schools Week. The 2022-2023 school calendar was removed from the agenda.
- Property detachment request by Kenneth and Kelly Books to move boundary from Eau Claire to Elk Mound school district
- Closed session under 19.85(1)(c) and (e) to discuss employee data and property/insurance negotiations
- Approval of bids for Prairie Ridge fire alarm replacement and Northwoods chiller replacement ($284,290 total)
- Resolution in support of We Love Our Public Schools Week (Feb 21-25, 2022)
- Recognition of National Board Certified Teachers and National School Counselors Week
The Board voted to deny a request to detach a specific property from the Eau Claire Area School District and attach it to the Elk Mound School District. The Board also approved the Superintendent's consent agenda and a monitoring report for asset protection.
- Denied request to alter school district boundaries for Kenneth and Kelly Books (0-6)
- Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda including Employment Report and 5-Year Capital Project Bids (6-0)
- Approved Board Consent Agenda including January 17 minutes and We Love Our Public Schools Week resolution (6-0)
- Accepted monitoring report for OE-12 Asset Protection (6-0)
- Removed 2022-2023 School Calendar adoption from the agenda (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will consider approving open enrollment closures for several programs and renewing contracts for 22 administrators. The consent agenda includes items delegated to the superintendent, including an employment report and a financial report. The meeting also includes public forum and reports from committees.
- Open enrollment closures for Arctic Zone, Prairie Ridge Early Learning, cluster special education programs, and others for 2022-2023
- Renewal of administrative contracts for 22 administrators, effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024
- Preliminary notice of non-renewal: no non-renewals
- Financial report for December 2021
The Board approved the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas, including December financial reports and payroll. Members also accepted the monitoring report for OE-10 Budget and Financial Planning.
- Approved Superintendent's Consent Agenda including $9,118,720.40 in bills and $3,886,008.88 in net payroll (6-0)
- Approved $41,854.98 in gifts for December 2021 (6-0)
- Approved Board Consent Agenda including election of Treasurer and Secretary (6-0)
- Accepted monitoring report for OE-10 Budget and Financial Planning (6-0)
- Removed Preliminary Notice of Non-Renewal to Administrators from the agenda (6-0)
Eau Claire School Board Work Session
The board will convene at 5:00 p.m. and immediately adjourn to closed session to discuss the superintendent's salary and evaluation, as well as a separate personnel item. After reconvening at 7:00 p.m., the board will conduct a self-evaluation of its Coherent Governance practices. The meeting is remote due to COVID-19.
- Closed session to discuss Superintendent's salary (19.85(1)(c))
- Closed session to discuss a personnel item (19.85(1)(f))
- Board self-evaluation of Coherent Governance practices in open session
The Board met in closed session to consider employee performance data and completed the superintendent evaluation process. The remaining work session consisted of a discussion regarding the Board's own performance and progress.
- Approved motion to enter closed session for employee performance data (5-0)
Eau Claire School Board Agenda
The Eau Claire School Board will meet in closed session to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation, then reconvene in open session to consider consent agenda items including a Head Start grant continuation and several WASB resolutions for the 2022 Delegate Assembly. The board will also receive a monitoring report on financial administration (OE-11). Public forum will be held via remote participation.
- Closed session to discuss Superintendent's evaluation (19.85(1)(c))
- Approval of Head Start Continuation Grant for year five of five-year grant
- Consideration of 9 WASB resolutions (22-01 through 22-10) on topics including school funding and mental health services
- Monitoring report on OE-11 Financial Administration to determine district compliance
- Recognition of South National Junior Honor Society
The Board approved the Superintendent's and Board's consent agendas, including a Head Start grant and various meeting minutes. The Board decided not to support 2022 WASB Resolution 22-08. No action was taken during the closed session.
- Approved Superintendent’s Consent Agenda, including Employment Report and Head Start Grant Approval (6-0)
- Approved Board Consent Agenda, including Dec 20, 2021 minutes and WASB Resolutions 22-01 thru 22-07, 22-09, and 22-10 (6-0)
- Decided not to support 2022 WASB Resolution 22-08 (6-0)