Albany County School District #1 public meetings in 2022
38 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The Albany County School District Board approved several construction and maintenance actions, including a change order for the New Slade Elementary School and the replacement of a boiler heat exchanger at Laramie High School.
- Approve Change Order #38 for New Slade Elementary (+$17,726.23)
- Approve quote for LHS boiler heat exchanger replacement ($49,529.00)
- Approve change to Slade Elementary professional services contract ($16,500.00)
- Approve bid for Snowy Range Academy light pole replacement
- Approve monthly financial reports and grant reports
The Board elected Kim Sorenson as Chairman, Beth Bear as Vice-Chairman, Janice Marshall as Clerk, and Nate Martin as Treasurer. The Board also approved several facility contracts for Laramie High School, Snowy Range Academy, and the new Slade Elementary School. Three policies regarding instructional and library materials were approved on first reading.
- Elected Kim Sorenson as Chairman (6-3)
- Elected Beth Bear as Vice-Chairman (9-0)
- Elected Janice Marshall as Clerk (9-0)
- Elected Nate Martin as Treasurer (9-0)
- Approved $49,529.00 boiler heat exchanger replacement for Laramie High School (9-0)
- Approved $30,784.00 light pole replacement for Snowy Range Academy (9-0)
- Authorized up to $38,000 for Slade Elementary HVAC Commissioning (9-0)
- Approved first reading of Policies 3005, 3006, and 3015 regarding instructional and library materials (9-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Board of Education met for a work session to discuss board orientation and standing committees. The board also reviewed a draft agenda for a future meeting and entered an executive session.
- Discussion of Policy 1015, School Board Code of Conduct
- Review of board standing committees
- Review of draft agenda for 12/14/22 meeting
- Executive session regarding potential litigation and personnel
The Board of Education held a work session to discuss board orientation, standing committees, and a draft agenda. The only formal action taken was a vote to enter executive session. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved motion to adjourn into executive session for potential litigation and personnel (7-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The board approved the agenda and a consent agenda that included personnel recommendations, 2022‑2023 school improvement plans, and several donor contributions for LHS programs. It approved the minutes from October meetings, adopted the monthly and grant financial reports, and recognized student athletic achievements. The board voted to approve the UW High Altitude Pathway memorandum of understanding effective until September 30, 2025, and approved new course proposals for Laramie Middle School and Laramie High School.
- Approve UW High Altitude Pathway MOU, effective until Sep 30, 2025
- Accept $2,000 donation from Fraternal Order of Eagles for LHS FFA (nationals)
- Accept $1,000 donation from Meysing Transport, Inc. for LHS cheer mats
- Approve new course proposals: 1 for LMS and 4 for LHS
- Approve monthly financial reports and federal/state grants financial report
The Board of Education approved five new course proposals for LMS and LHS and a Memorandum of Understanding for the UW High Altitude Pathway. The board also accepted several donations for LHS athletics and approved monthly and grant financial reports.
- Approved UW High Altitude Pathway MOU effective until September 30, 2025
- Approved one new course proposal for LMS and four for LHS
- Approved monthly financial reports
- Approved federal and state grants financial report
- Approved personnel recommendations
- Accepted $1,000 donation from Meysing Transport, Inc. to LHS Cheer Team
- Accepted $1,000 donation from Toyota of Laramie to LHS Cheer Team
- Accepted $1,000 donation from Toyota of Laramie to LHS Girls Basketball
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will review new course proposals for Laramie High School, review school improvement plans for the 2022-2023 year, and hear a presentation on the Unaccompanied Students Initiative. The session will conclude with a motion to adjourn into an executive session for potential litigation and personnel matters.
- Review of new course proposals for Laramie High School
- Review of 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans
- Presentation on the Unaccompanied Students Initiative
- Discussion of WSBA Delegate Assembly Resolutions
- Motion to adjourn into executive session for litigation and personnel
The Board of Education conducted a work session covering course proposals, school improvement plans, and the unaccompanied students initiative. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded. The Board voted to adjourn into executive session for personnel and potential litigation matters.
- Adjourned into executive session for potential litigation and personnel
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The board approved a truancy intervention program MOU with Big Brothers/Big Sisters, accepted donations totaling $6,000, and tabled a MOU with UW High Altitude Pathway. Monthly financial reports and a federal grants report were also approved. The board discussed a roof replacement bid for Whiting High School but did not vote on it.
- Approved Truancy Intervention Program MOU with Big Brothers/Big Sisters
- Tabled UW High Altitude Pathway MOU effective until September 30, 2025
- Accepted $4,000 donation from Susa Services, Ltd to Food Service Backpack Program
- Accepted $2,000 donation from Laurie Dunn and Linda Lamb to Laramie High School Pantry
- Discussed Whiting High School membrane roof system replacement bid not to exceed $23,400 from Arete Design Group
The Board of Education approved several construction and maintenance bids for Whiting High School and Beitel Elementary. They also approved Memorandums of Understanding for a truancy program and the Laramie High School Booster Club. One MOU regarding the UW High Altitude Pathway was tabled.
- Approved Truancy Intervention Program MOU with Big Brothers/Big Sisters
- Approved Laramie High School Booster Club MOU
- Tabled UW High Altitude Pathway MOU
- Approved Arete Design Group for Whiting High School roof replacement design (max $23,400)
- Awarded Fire Notification Systems bid to Fremont Electric, Inc. ($72,964)
- Awarded Beitel Elementary Boiler Burner Replacement bid to MSI ($47,028)
- Accepted $2,000 donation to Laramie High School Pantry
- Approved monthly and federal/state grants financial reports
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Board of Education held a work session to discuss board goals and professional development. The meeting included discussions regarding Old Slade and concluded with an executive session.
- Discussion of Board Goals
- Discussion of Board Professional Development
- Discussion of Old Slade
- Action to adjourn into executive session for potential litigation and personnel
The Board of Education held a work session consisting primarily of discussions on board goals, professional development, and Old Slade. The only formal action taken was a motion to enter executive session.
- Approved motion to adjourn into executive session for potential litigation and personnel (8-0, Nate Martin not present)
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education decided on several construction change orders for the New Slade School and approved multiple educational cooperative agreements. The board also accepted various donations for football and FFA programs and reviewed monthly financial reports.
- Change Order #36 for New Slade School landscaping and irrigation: $148,471.10
- Change Order #35 for New Slade School glycol alarm and stair piece: $3,090.95
- Donations to LHS FFA from Electrical Solutions, LLC ($1,000) and Albany County Farm Bureau ($1,200)
- Equipment and materials donations to LMS Football from Laramie Youth Football and Bloedorn Lumber: $3,686.36
- Approval of LCCC Concurrent and Dual Enrollment MOU for 2022-2023
The Board of Education approved three change orders for the New Slade School project and several cooperative agreements with the University of Wyoming and LCCC. The board also accepted various donations for football and FFA programs and approved monthly financial reports.
- Approved Change Order #35 New Slade School (8-1)
- Approved Change Order #36 New Slade School (9-0)
- Approved Change Order #37 New Slade School (9-0)
- Approved LCCC Concurrent and Dual Enrollment MOU (9-0)
- Approved UW College of Health Sciences Cooperative Agreement (9-0)
- Approved UW Division of Communication Disorders Cooperative Education Agreement (9-0)
- Approved monthly financial reports (8-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved federal and state grants financial report (9-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION RETREAT
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss board governance, teaching and learning topics, and facilities. The meeting includes a self-evaluation, school visit protocols, and strategic planning.
- Board Self Evaluation 2022
- School Visit Protocols
- Proposed Board Standing Committees
- Performance Incentives for Teachers
- Old Slade Building discussion
The meeting consisted of discussions regarding board governance, teaching and learning, facilities, and goals. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved personnel recommendations, minutes from previous meetings, and financial reports. The board also approved a $52,000 contract for ductwork at Rock River School to reduce noise and approved an engineering services contract for ESSER II projects at Linford Elementary and Laramie Middle School.
- Approve compensation for employees with no step increase ($50,870.85)
- Approve Single Source Bid for Rock River School Gymnasium Ductwork ($52,000)
- Approve Engineering Services for 2023 ESSER II Projects ($112,200)
- Approve Certificate of Deposit Renewal with First Interstate Bank
- Approve Unaccompanied Student Initiative MOU
The Board of Education approved permanent compensation for employees with no step increase and a certificate of deposit renewal. The board also authorized engineering services for ESSER II projects and ductwork for the Rock River School gymnasium.
- Approved permanent compensation for employees with no step increase (8-0)
- Approved bond maintenance certificate of deposit renewal with First Interstate Bank at 2% for 12 months (7-1)
- Approved MOU between Unaccompanied Student Initiative (USI) and ACSD1 (8-0)
- Approved single source bid for Rock River School Gymnasium ductwork (8-0)
- Approved engineering services for 2023 ESSER II projects for Linford ES and LMS to Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (8-0)
- Approved monthly financial reports and federal/state grants financial report (8-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations, Rock River student trip, and LHS 2022-2023 handbook via consent agenda
- Approved property and liability insurance renewal and Pathways EAP MOU renewal via consent agenda
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss several topics including a Slade update, finance committee matters, and a longevity step discussion for salary schedules. They will also review a retreat agenda and look ahead to future meetings. No formal votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.
- Slade Update discussion
- Finance Committee discussion
- Longevity Step Discussion regarding salary schedule
- Review of the Board retreat agenda
- Board meeting review and looking forward
The Board of Education conducted a work session to discuss several items, including the Slade update, finance committee matters, and the salary schedule. No formal actions were decided or voted upon during this meeting.
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and adjourned into an executive session to discuss litigation. The meeting was held at the Central Office Board Room.
- Approved Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget
- Adjourned into Executive Session for Litigation
- Held Public Comment on Budget
- Approved Agenda and Call to Order
- Discussed Force Majeure
The Board of Education held a special meeting to conduct a budget hearing and approve the budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The board also entered an executive session to consider litigation.
- Approved Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget (8-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
- Adjourned into Executive Session to consider litigation (8-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The board voted on multiple action items including approving a step increase for personnel funded from reserve accounts, renewing Snowy Range Academy's charter contract, and ratifying change orders for the New Slade Elementary School project. They also accepted a $1,000 donation to the LHS Golf team and set a budget hearing for July 20, 2022. A budget review and policy review were presented for information.
- Approved reserve account expenditure for step increase for certified and classified personnel
- Approved Snowy Range Academy fourth charter school renewal contract
- Ratified Change Order #32 ($16,112.77) and Change Order #33 ($18,565.76) for New Slade School
- Accepted $1,000 donation to LHS Golf team from a former parent
- Set budget hearing for July 20, 2022 at 12:00 p.m.
The Board of Education approved reserve account expenditures for certified and classified personnel step increases. Other actions included renewing the Snowy Range Academy charter contract and approving change orders for the new Slade School project.
- Approved reserve account expenditure for certified and classified personnel step increase (8-0)
- Approved Snowy Range Academy fourth charter school renewal contract (8-0)
- Approved Change Order #32 for New Slade School (8-0)
- Approved Change Order #33 for New Slade School (8-0)
- Approved budget hearing for July 20, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. (8-0)
- Approved early graduation application (8-0)
- Approved monthly financial reports and federal/state grants financial report (8-0)
- Accepted $1,000 donation to LHS Golf Team
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the 2022-2023 budget overview and review the superintendent's entry plan. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call, board meeting review, and looking forward. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information.
- Discussion of the 2022-2023 budget overview (Budget Narrative 2022-2023.pdf attached)
- Information on superintendent entry plan (Entry Plan.pdf attached)
- Roll call and call to order
- Board meeting review and looking forward segments
The Board of Education conducted a work session featuring a review of the 2022-23 budget and the Superintendent's entry plan. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The board approved the meeting agenda and several consent items, including donations. It approved minutes from prior meetings and monthly financial reports. The board adopted three new policies: an ADA policy, a student sexual harassment and discrimination policy, and an employee sexual harassment and discrimination policy. Additional items included a $5,000 donation for a shed at Laramie Middle School and a $1,500 donation for LHS debate.
- Adopt Policy 1116 – ADA Policy (motion carried)
- Adopt Policy 4020 – Sexual Harassment and Discrimination of Students (motion carried)
- Adopt Policy 5011 – Sexual Harassment and Discrimination of Employees (motion carried)
- Accept $5,000 donation from Laramie Interfaith for Laramie Middle School shed
- Accept $1,500 donation from Patricia Smith for LHS Debate
The Board of Education approved several new policies regarding ADA compliance and sexual harassment for students and employees. The board also approved academic calendars for Whiting High School and various facility maintenance bids. A motion to approve Policy 1007 on second reading failed.
- Adopted new Policy 1116 ADA Policy (5-0)
- Adopted Policy 4020 Sexual Harassment and Discrimination of Students (5-0)
- Adopted Policy 5011 Sexual Harassment and Discrimination of Employees (5-0)
- Approved Whiting High School 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 academic calendars (5-0)
- Approved $49,529 bid from Eagle Plumbing and Heating for LHS Boiler #2 Heat Exchanger (5-0)
- Approved Dooley Oil for FY 2022-2023 Gas & Diesel fuel bid (5-0)
- Approved Blakeman Propane for Centennial School FY 2022-2023 bid (5-0)
- Denied second reading of Policy 1007 School Board Meetings and Quorum (0-5)
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Board of Education will hold a work session to review the proposed 22-23 budget. A budget overview and draft documents have been attached for discussion. This is a discussion item, not a final vote.
- 22-23 Budget Overview discussion
- Attached draft budget and revenue documents
The Board of Education conducted a work session featuring a review of the 2022-23 budget overview. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this meeting.
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved personnel recommendations, financial reports, and revisions to the administrative salary schedule for July 2022. The meeting also included a public comment period and an executive session.
- Approve $1,000 donation from UW to LHS ProStart
- Approve revisions to Administrative Salary Schedule for July 2022
- Approve New Policy 1116, 'ADA Policy'
- Approve monthly financial reports and federal and state grants report
- Approve personnel recommendations and field trip requests
The Board of Education approved the appointment of Dr. John Goldhardt as Superintendent effective July 1, 2022. The board also approved several facility improvement contracts and updated policies regarding sexual harassment and the ADA.
- Approved employee contract for Dr. John Goldhardt as Superintendent (9-0)
- Approved 5-year charter school renewal for Snowy Range Academy (8-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved 3% employee WEBT medical insurance increase (7-2)
- Approved Laramie High School track improvements award to Renner Sports (9-0)
- Approved Rock River playground turf installation award to SYNLawn (9-0)
- Approved Linford gym floor replacement award to Dynamic Sports Construction, Inc. (9-0)
- Approved second reading of ADA Policy 1116, Policy 4020, and Policy 5011 (9-0)
- Tabled first reading of Administrative Regulation 3006AR Library Media Collection Development (9-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education met to consider superintendent candidates. The board voted to appoint a committee to follow up with a candidate and discuss employment terms. The meeting was held at the Central Office Board Room.
- Motion to approve agenda
- Adjournment into executive session for superintendent candidates
- Motion to appoint committee to discuss superintendent candidate
- Authority to discuss terms and conditions of employment
- Meeting held at Central Office Board Room
The Board of Education met to consider superintendent candidates in executive session. Following that session, the Board appointed a committee to follow up with a candidate and discuss employment terms.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved adjournment into executive session to consider superintendent candidates (7-0)
- Appointed Chairman Marshall and Trustees Bear, Tangeman, and Sorenson to follow up with a superintendent candidate and discuss employment terms (7-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Education will hold a special meeting primarily to adjourn into executive session for deliberation of superintendent candidates, as permitted by Wyoming statute. The session is closed to the public. Routine procedural items include approving the agenda and reconvening before adjournment.
- Executive session to deliberate superintendent candidates under W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(ix)(x)
The Board of Education convened for a special meeting and entered executive session to deliberate on superintendent candidates. No other substantive actions were recorded.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Adjourned into executive session to deliberate superintendent candidates
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Board of Education is holding a work session to review the FY23 draft preliminary budget. Members will also discuss the health insurance rate split with employees.
- Review of FY23 Budget DRAFT 5.3.22.pdf
- Discussion on health insurance split with employees
The Board of Education conducted a work session involving a review of the draft preliminary budget and a discussion regarding the health insurance split with employees. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
Meet and Confer
The Meet and Confer committee will discuss and consider salary increase requests, insurance coverage, and other compensation adjustments for multiple employee groups, including building-level administrative assistants, paraeducators, transportation, technology, principals, certified personnel, and central office administrative assistants. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and review of policies 5019, 5031, and 5033.
- Transportation staff requests cost-of-living adjustment and option for 32-hour summer weeks
- Technology staff requests cost-of-living adjustment and move from Column S to T on salary schedule
- Principals request raise citing 10-25% pay gap versus Wyoming counterparts
- All groups seek district coverage of a portion of insurance increases
- Policy changes for 5031 and 5033 approved, effective July 1, 2022
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will convene a special meeting to vote on adjourning into an executive session for the purpose of interviewing a superintendent candidate. The meeting is scheduled for 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, April 28, 2022, at the Central Office Board Room.
- Vote to adjourn into executive session for superintendent interview
- Meeting location: Central Office Board Room
- Meeting date: April 28, 2022
The Board of Education met for a special session and voted to enter executive session. The purpose of the session was to conduct a superintendent interview.
- Approved motion to adjourn into Executive Session for Superintendent Interview (9-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will convene a special meeting to vote on adjourning into an executive session for the purpose of interviewing a superintendent candidate. The meeting is scheduled for 7:30 P.M. on April 27, 2022, at the Central Office Board Room.
- Executive session for superintendent interview
- Motion to adjourn into executive session
- Meeting at Central Office Board Room
The Board of Education held a special meeting to conduct a superintendent interview. The board voted to adjourn into executive session for this purpose.
- Approved motion to adjourn into Executive Session for Superintendent Interview (9-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
This is a special meeting of the Albany County School District #1 Board of Education. The board will vote to adjourn into executive session to conduct superintendent interviews as permitted by state law. No other business is on the agenda.
- Board action to enter executive session for superintendent interview pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(ix)(x)
The Board of Education convened for a special meeting and voted to enter an executive session. The session was held for the purpose of conducting a superintendent interview.
- Approved motion to adjourn into Executive Session for Superintendent Interview (9-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Education will hold a special meeting to consider superintendent candidates. They will vote to adjourn into executive session under state law to discuss candidates. After reconvening, they will announce the names of finalists and interview dates.
- Motion to adjourn into executive session for consideration of superintendent candidates per W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(ix)
- Announcement of superintendent candidate finalist names and interview dates
The Board of Education held a special meeting and voted to enter an executive session. The session was convened to consider candidates for the superintendent position.
- Approved motion to adjourn into executive session to consider superintendent candidates (6-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education voted to adopt three new policies: Policy 1004 (Non-Discrimination), Policy 3022 (District Screenings), and Policy 7002 (Handling Communications, Suggestions, and Complaints from the Public and District Personnel). The board also accepted donations for LHS ProStart, alpine ski, and football programs, approved a DollarTree lease renewal at 4037 E. Grand Ave. in Laramie, and received an update on the new Slade Elementary School project.
- Adopted Policy 1004 Non-Discrimination, Policy 3022 District Screenings, and revised Policy 7002 on handling public communications
- Accepted $5,000 donation from Anjali Corporation for LHS ProStart National Teams, plus $1,500 anonymous donation for same program
- Accepted $2,000 donation from Snowy Range Ski Area for LHS Alpine Ski new timing system
- Accepted two $1,000 donations (Klinton & Melissa Alexander and Laramie Community Foundation) for LHS Football delay-of-game timer
- Approved one-year lease renewal for DollarTree at 4037 E. Grand Ave., Laramie
The Board of Education adopted new math and middle school programs and awarded a casework replacement bid for Beitel Elementary. Several district policies regarding non-discrimination and harassment were adopted or approved on first/second readings. The board also approved three change orders for the New Slade School project.
- Awarded Beitel Elementary casework replacement bid to ARCON, Inc. for $143,650
- Adopted EnVision Math for elementary K-5 and Wit & Wisdom for middle school 6-8
- Approved New Slade School Change Orders #26, #27, and #28
- Adopted Policy 1004 (Non-Discrimination), Policy 3022 (District Screenings), and Policy 7002 (Public Communications)
- Approved WEBT Medical and Dental insurance plan options
- Tabled revisions to Administrative Salary Schedule for July 2022
- Approved first readings of Policy 1116 (ADA), Policy 4020, and Policy 5011
- Accepted $5,000 donation from Anjali Corporation to LHS ProStart National Teams
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Board of Education is meeting for a work session to review the budget and discuss the superintendent search. The session includes a presentation by Brian Farmer of the WSBA.
- Budget review including Meet and Confer Insurance Rate Memo and March 2022 projected enrollment
- Superintendent search discussion with Brian Farmer (WSBA)
The Board of Education conducted a work session focused on a budget review and a discussion with Brian Farmer from the WSBA regarding the superintendent search. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this session.
Meet and Confer
The Albany County School District #1 board approved changes to classified employee work day policies and discussed the use of ESSER III funds for employee stipends. The meeting also covered updates on insurance rates and COVID-19 testing protocols.
- Policy 5031 and 5033 changes approved for July 1, 2022
- Discussion on ESSER III funds for employee stipends
- Board to consider a $500 stipend for all employees
- Update on insurance rate increases
- Next meeting scheduled for May 3, 2022
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education adjourned into executive session to consider a professional appointment and confidential information. It rescinded the prior appointment of McPherson & Jacobson as consultants for the superintendent search and appointed the Wyoming School Boards Association for that role. The Board also moved the motion to approve the McPherson & Jacobson contract off the table and formally considered that contract.
- Motion to adjourn into executive session for confidential professional appointment (W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(ix)) – carried.
- Motion to rescind appointment of McPherson & Jacobson as consultant for superintendent search – carried.
- Motion to appoint Wyoming School Boards Association as consultant for superintendent search – carried.
- Motion to pull the motion to approve the McPherson & Jacobson contract off the table – carried.
- Consideration of the McPherson & Jacobson contract.
The Board of Education rescinded the appointment of McPherson and Jacobson to assist with the superintendent search. The Board then appointed the Wyoming School Boards Association for this role. A motion to pull the McPherson & Jacobson contract off the table was also approved.
- Rescinded appointment of McPherson and Jacobson for superintendent search (8-0)
- Appointed Wyoming School Boards Association to assist with superintendent search (8-0)
- Approved motion to pull McPherson & Jacobson contract off the table (8-0)
- Approved adjournment into executive session for professional appointment (6-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved revisions to non-discrimination and district screening policies, accepted $8,000 in donations, and approved monthly financial reports and a stipulated agreement.
- Accept $7,000 donation from Slade PTA to Slade Elementary
- Accept $1,000 donation from Rotary Club of Laramie to LHS Student Council
- Approve revisions to Policy 1004, 'Non-Discrimination'
- Approve revisions to Policy 3022, 'District Screenings'
- Approve monthly financial reports and federal/state grants report
The Board approved several high-cost facility bids for school ventilation, boilers, and generators. They also adopted new personnel leave policies and approved revisions to non-discrimination and public communication policies.
- Awarded $1,094,050 ventilation upgrade bid for Whiting High School to Independent Heating and Sheetmetal
- Awarded $140,156 boiler replacement bid for Beitel Elementary to Mechanical Systems, Inc.
- Awarded $100,332 controls upgrade bid for Laramie High School to Johnson Controls
- Awarded $86,145 emergency generator bid for Administration Building to Fremont Electric
- Adopted Policy 5031 (Personnel Leave, Paid Time Off and Medical Sick Bank) and Policy 5033 (Personnel Leave Other)
- Approved revisions to Policy 1004 (Non-Discrimination) and Policy 7002 (Public Communications/Complaints)
- Approved appointment of Ken Cramer to the recreation board
- Tabled McPherson & Jacobson Contract for Services until March 11, 2022
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education held a special called meeting on March 2, 2022. The board went into executive session for legal and personnel matters, then approved three Slade construction change orders totaling $133,774.37. They also approved a superintendent search timeline and ratified the appointment of McPherson & Jacobson for the search, with a reduced cost proposal.
- Executive session for legal counsel and personnel, per W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(ix)
- Slade Change Order #21: $6,526.93 for PVC conduit and junction box in parking lot
- Slade Change Order #22: $99,382.05 for 13 new interior cameras and IT equipment
- Slade Change Order #23: $27,865.39 for IT/AV equipment and fold-up divider curtain
- Approval of superintendent search timeline and ratification of McPherson & Jacobson
The Board of Education approved a tentative timeline for the superintendent search. Members also approved three change orders for Slade and ratified the appointment of McPherson & Jacobson with a reduced cost proposal.
- Approved Slade Change Order #21 (Unanimous)
- Approved Slade Change Order #22 (Unanimous)
- Approved Slade Change Order #23 (Unanimous)
- Approved motion to send letter on advice of legal counsel (Unanimous)
- Ratified appointment of McPherson & Jacobson with reduction to cost proposal (Unanimous)
- Approved Superintendent Search Tentative Timeline (Unanimous)
- Approved adjournment into executive session for legal and personnel information (7-0-1)
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Board of Education reviewed presentations from search firms regarding the district's next superintendent. The board voted to approve McPherson and Jacobson, LLC to assist with the search process.
- Presentation by Wyoming School Boards Association
- Presentation by McPherson & Jacobson
- Motion to approve McPherson and Jacobson, LLC to assist with the Superintendent search
The Board of Education selected a firm to assist in searching for a new superintendent. The board also held an executive session to discuss personnel and potential litigation.
- Approved McPherson and Jacobson, LLC to assist with the Superintendent search (8-1)
- Approved motion to adjourn into Executive Session for potential litigation and personnel (9-0)
- Approved second motion to adjourn into Executive Session for potential litigation and personnel (8-0-1)
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved personnel recommendations, minutes from previous meetings, and monthly financial reports. The board also approved two personnel leave policies and allocated recreation mill levy funds for school projects.
- Approval of Policy 5031 and 5033 regarding personnel leave
- Approval of Rec Mill Allocations for ACSD#1 schools
- Approval of monthly financial reports
- Approval of personnel recommendations
- Approval of minutes from January meetings
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education held a work session with a live YouTube feed and roll call. Members voted to adjourn into an executive session to discuss personnel issues under W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ix)(x). The board also reviewed the Laramie High School civics curriculum and considered policy updates. The meeting concluded with a look ahead and adjournment.
- Motion to adjourn into executive session for personnel pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ix)(x) – passed
- Review of Laramie High School Social Studies (Civics) curriculum
- Discussion of policy updates
- Live video feed via YouTube
- Roll call and procedural items
The Board of Education held a work session and voted to enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.
- Approved motion to adjourn into Executive Session for personnel (8-0, 1 abstain)
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education held a special called meeting to approve three construction change orders and to fill a vacant trustee position. The board approved Change Order #18 for $39,221.89, Change Order #19 for $17,118.75, and Change Order #20 for $16,715.85, all slated for substantial completion on July 12, 2022. The board also appointed Mary Alice Bruce as the new trustee under Wyoming Statute § 21-3-108.
- Approve Change Order #18 for $39,221.89 (additional insulation, guardrail, lighting, gym entry work)
- Approve Change Order #19 for $17,118.75 (roof removal and replacement due to code requirements)
- Approve Change Order #20 for $16,715.85 (IT room rearrangement, corridor lighting, plumbing access)
- Appoint Mary Alice Bruce to fill the board trustee vacancy per Wyoming Statute § 21-3-108
- Candidate forum introducing trustee candidates Dan Bleak, Jeff Suloff, Mary Alice Bruce, and Gwen Clark
The Board of Education appointed Mary Alice Bruce to fill a board vacancy. Additionally, the board approved three change orders.
- Approved Change Order #18 (8-0)
- Approved Change Order #19 (8-0)
- Approved Change Order #20 (8-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn into executive session to consider appointment of board trustee (8-0)
- Appointed Mary Alice Bruce to fill the board vacancy (8-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The board held a special meeting to consider filling a board trustee vacancy. After an executive session, they voted to interview four candidates—Dan Bleak, Jeff Suloff, Mary Alice Bruce, and Gwen Clark—on January 19, 2022 via Zoom.
- Board adjourned into executive session under WS § 16-4-405 (a)(ii) to consider appointment of board trustee.
- Motion carried to interview four candidates for the board vacancy: Dan Bleak, Jeff Suloff, Mary Alice Bruce, Gwen Clark.
- Interviews scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on January 19, 2022 over Zoom.
- Motion to adjourn into executive session carried unanimously (8 yeas).
- Motion to select interview candidates carried unanimously (8 yeas).
The Board of Education met in a special session to address a board vacancy. After adjourning into executive session, the board voted to select candidates for interviews to fill the position.
- Approved motion to adjourn into executive session to consider appointment of board trustee (8-0)
- Approved motion to select interview candidates to fill board vacancy (8-0)
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
The board entered executive session for potential litigation and personnel matters, approved Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) funds, adopted a medication administration policy, and scheduled special meetings on January 17 and 19 to fill a board vacancy. They also accepted a $4,422.99 donation and received updates on the new Slade Elementary School project.
- Entered executive session for potential litigation and personnel pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(iii)(ix)(x)
- Approved ESSER III federal relief funds
- Adopted Policy 4018 on administration of medication at school
- Scheduled special meetings on Jan 17 and 19 to fill board vacancy
- Accepted $4,422.99 donation from Albertsons Safeway Foundation for Indian Paintbrush Elementary
The Board of Education approved Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) funds and adopted a policy for the administration of medication at school. Members also approved curriculum guides for secondary schools and scheduled special meetings to fill a board vacancy. Several personnel and financial reports were accepted.
- Approved Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) Funds (5-0)
- Adopted Policy 4018, 'Administration of Medication at School' (5-0)
- Approved Curriculum Guides for ACSD#1 Secondary Schools (5-0)
- Approved special meetings on Jan 17 and 19 to fill board vacancy (5-0)
- Approved $4,422.99 donation to Indian Paintbrush Elementary from Albertsons Safeway Foundation
- Approved first reading of Policy 5031 (Personnel Leave, PTO, and Medical Sick Bank) (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Policy 5033 (Personnel Leave Other) (5-0)
- Approved Request for Proposals for District Independent Auditor (5-0)
Meet and Confer
This Meet and Confer session for Albany County School District #1 is a discussion forum, not a decision-making body. Employee groups raised concerns about substitute teacher shortages, COVID leave policies, and the use of ESSER III funds—including whether a $500 employee stipend is feasible. The agenda also includes policy reviews for classified workday requirements and sick leave, as well as updates on training and workload issues for administrative assistants and certified personnel.
- ESSER III fund questions: employees ask about $500 stipend, vaccination incentives, and input before the January 18, 2022 WDE deadline
- Policy 5019 (Classified Employee Work Day Requirements) – data being collected; committee volunteers identified
- Policy 5031 (Personnel Leave, Sick Leave) – first reading by the Board scheduled for January 12, 2022
- Substitute teacher task force drafting recommendations to address chronic shortages and mandatory coverage
- COVID leave clarifications: 10-day emergency leave, recovery day for booster shots, and remote work on a case-by-case basis
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION
The Albany County School District #1 Board will discuss revisions to the COVID-19 operations plan and review draft policies for sick leave and other personnel leave. The board will also review a draft application for ESSER III grant funding.
- Review of COVID-19 Operations Plan revisions
- Draft ESSER III Grant Application
- Review of Policy 5031 (Personnel Leave Sick Leave)
- Review of Policy 5033 (Personnel Leave Other)
- Discussion on Decision Guide for Isolation and Quarantine
The board conducted a work session involving information and discussion on COVID-19 mitigation and grant applications. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.