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Albany County School District #1 public meetings in 2024

34 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 11, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING - PUBLIC HEARING

Board holds public hearing on UW Lab School closure

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education is convening a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the potential closure of the UW Lab School. The session includes a roll call, the public hearing, and a period for audience communications before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Board held public hearing on UW Lab School closure

The Board of Education conducted a special meeting for a public hearing regarding the UW Lab School closure. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Dec 11, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

Board approves financial reports, adopts new district policies, and elects officers.

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education met on December 11, 2024, to approve monthly financial reports that authorize routine district payments for payroll, utilities, insurance, and automatic bills. The board adopted two new policies setting operational rules for high school booster clubs, parent organizations, and federal program time tracking records. Officers were elected to lead the board through the next term, and the fiscal year 2023-24 CPA audit report was accepted.

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✓ Decided: Board votes to close UW Lab School effective 2025-2026 school year

The Board of Education approved the closure of the UW Lab School and the transition of students to home boundary schools. The board also elected its officers and adopted several new district policies.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to close the UW Lab School effective with the 2025-2026 school year, and transition all students to their home boundary school.
7 yea · 2 nay
Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Cecilia Aragón nay · Steve Gosar nay
The other 15 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Dec 4, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Board to hold executive session for personnel, potential litigation

The Board of Education will hold a work session to review feedback from UW Lab School/Choice School listening sessions, discuss the draft agenda for the next regular meeting, and consider new items. The board will then vote to adjourn into executive session for personnel and potential litigation matters.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held work session and entered executive session

The Board conducted a work session involving reviews of the UW Lab School/Choice School listening sessions and the draft board meeting agenda. No substantive public decisions were recorded. The meeting concluded with an adjournment to executive session for personnel and potential litigation matters.

Wed Nov 13, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

Board approves bus purchases and policy changes

The Albany County School District #1 Board approved the purchase of four school buses and several policies, including graduation requirements. The meeting also included a public hearing regarding the disposal of the Notch Peak School building.

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✓ Decided: Board approves over $1M for new school buses and disposal of Notch Peak building

The Board of Education approved the purchase of six school buses totaling $1,053,050 and the disposal of the Notch Peak School building. Members also approved several policy updates and financial reports.

🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A. Approve Agenda
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
A. Monthly Financial Reports
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
B. Federal and State Grants Financial Report
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
A. Second Reading, Policy 2024, High School Booster Clubs, Parent Teacher Organizations, Parent Teacher Associations
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
B. Second Reading, New Policy 5017, Time Distribution Records for Federal Programs
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
A. Early Graduation Requests
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
B. First Reading, Policy 4030, Graduation Requirements
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
C. Dispose of Notch Peak School Building
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
D. Purchase One (1) Type A School Bus
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
E. Purchase Three (3) Type C School Buses
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
F. Purchase Two (2) Type D School Buses
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
G. Reschedule January and July Meetings
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
H. WSBA Delegate Assembly Representative for Conference
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Mon Nov 11, 2024

ACSD#1 MEET AND CONFER MEETING

Albany County School District #1 holds a meet-and-confer meeting

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a meet-and-confer meeting on November 11, 2024, to discuss non-financial items.

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Wed Nov 6, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Board to discuss graduation requirements and adjourn into executive session

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a work session to review graduation requirements and committee reports. The board will also adjourn into an executive session to discuss personnel and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education adjourns into executive session

The Board of Education held a work session featuring a presentation on graduation requirements and a review of the draft agenda. The only formal action taken was a vote to enter executive session.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
6.01 Adjourn into Executive Session for the Purpose of Personnel and Potention Litigation
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Fri Oct 18, 2024

ACCREDITATION PEER REVIEW EXIT PRESENTATION

Albany County School District #1 holds accreditation peer review exit presentation

The board will receive a presentation from Brent Young regarding the accreditation peer review. This meeting is dedicated to the exit presentation for the review process.

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✓ Decided: Accreditation Peer Review Exit Presentation held October 18

The meeting consisted of an accreditation peer review exit presentation delivered by Brent Young. No substantive decisions, votes, or policy changes were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Oct 9, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

Board to vote on $43,315 boiler heat exchanger replacement at Laramie Middle School

The Board of Education will act on a $43,315.16 contract to replace the boiler heat exchanger at Laramie Middle School, hold first readings of two new policies (booster clubs and federal program time records), and approve a strategic vision. The consent agenda includes donations totaling $8,500 to school programs and routine personnel and minutes approvals.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $43,315 boiler heat exchanger replacement for Laramie Middle School

The Board of Education approved a contract for boiler repairs at Laramie Middle School and adopted a new Strategic Vision. The board also passed the first reading of a policy regarding federal program time distribution records and nominated a representative for the WSBA Delegate Assembly.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve on first reading new Policy 5017, Time Distribution Records for Federal Programs.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the Strategic Vision.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to nominate Nate Martin to represent ACSD1 at the WSBA Delegate Assembly on November 20, 2024.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Wed Oct 2, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Board reviews LHS graduation requirement revisions

The Board of Education will hold a work session to review the process for revising LHS graduation requirements and the district's strategic vision. The meeting includes discussions on athletics, activities, and a review of policies. The session concludes with a potential move into executive session regarding personnel and litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held work session with no substantive decisions

The Board of Education conducted a work session covering graduation requirements, strategic vision, and athletics. No formal actions were decided, approved, or denied during this meeting.

Wed Sep 11, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

Board approves City of Laramie School Resource Officer MOU

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved several actions at its September 11, 2024 business meeting, including a consent agenda with personnel recommendations, minutes, and fundraising activities. The board approved a $561,974 district property and liability insurance renewal, a City of Laramie School Resource Officer MOU with a $75,000 payment this year (escalating in future years), a facilitator contract for community input sessions on a reimagined lab/choice school, and two vehicle purchases totaling $100,461. The board also entered executive session for personnel and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board approves vehicle purchases and School Resource Officer MOU

The Board of Education approved the purchase of two support vehicles and a Memorandum of Understanding for School Resource Officers. Members also approved monthly financial reports, insurance renewals, and the appointment of a facilitator for Choice School community sessions.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve City of Laramie School Resource Officer MOU.
7 yea · 1 nay
Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Nate Martin nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 9, 2024

ACSD#1 MEET AND CONFER MEETING

ACSD#1 Meet and Confer meeting scheduled for September 9, 2024

The meeting includes a review of norms, expectations, and the upcoming meeting schedule. It also involves a call for volunteers for the Policy Review Committee and an informational presentation regarding 2023-24 absences and vacancies.

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Wed Sep 4, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION RETREAT

Albany County School Board holds retreat to discuss strategic plan and lab school future

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education is holding a retreat at Cavalryman Steakhouse to discuss board self-evaluation, strategic planning, and the future of the lab school. The meeting is scheduled from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on September 4, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education retreat held for strategic and operational discussions

The Board of Education conducted a retreat covering salaries, civics education, and the strategic plan. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Aug 14, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

Albany County School District #1 approves monthly financial reports

The Board of Education is meeting to approve personnel recommendations and financial reports. The session includes reports on the meet and confer process and choice school listening sessions.

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✓ Decided: Board approves monthly financial reports and grant financial reports

The Board of Education approved the monthly financial reports, including the payment of bills and payroll. The board also approved the federal and state grants financial report.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve agenda.
7 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the monthly financial reports as presented and to consider payment of bills including late pays and pre-authorization of payroll, insurance, utilities, officials and automatic…
7 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve federal and state grants financial report as presented.
7 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Wed Aug 7, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING

Board approves MOU for UW Lab School

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Wyoming Lab School for the upcoming year. The meeting also included a superintendent report and public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Memorandum of Understanding with UW Lab School

The Board of Education approved a one-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the UW Lab School. No other substantive actions were taken during the special meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Lab School MOU with UW for year.
7 yea · 1 abstain
Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Cecilia Aragón abstain
Wed Aug 7, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Board of Education discusses strategic plan and cell phone use changes

The Board of Education will review updates to the district's Strategic Plan and a report regarding cell phone use at LHS. The session also includes an overview of AP courses and a review of upcoming meeting agendas.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held work session for reports and reviews

The Board of Education conducted a work session consisting of reports and discussions. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Wed Jul 17, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

Board approves 2024-2025 budget and ESSER change orders

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved the 2024-2025 budget, adopted a wellness policy, and authorized ESSER fund payments for elementary school construction change orders. The meeting also included a public budget hearing.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2024-2025 budget and one-time employee bonuses

The Board of Education approved the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget and a one-time $1,400 bonus for all district employees. Other actions included approving personnel recommendations, renewing the Superintendent's contract, and adopting a wellness policy.

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the personnel recommendations as presented.
9 yea · 4 nay
Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Steve Gosar yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Beth Bear nay · Carrie Murthy nay · Emily Siegel Stanton nay · Kim Sorenson nay
Motion to approve the amendments and the renewal of the Superintendent's employment contract.
6 yea · 1 nay
Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Janice Marshall nay
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jul 10, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Board to review revised FY25 budget with corrected WDE100 model

The board will receive an update on a revised proposed FY25 budget after errors were found in the previously shared spreadsheet. A presentation on effective communication is scheduled, and the board will discuss draft strategic plan goals. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held work session with no substantive decisions

The Board of Education conducted a work session consisting of information updates and presentations. No formal actions were decided, approved, or denied during the meeting.

Thu Jun 27, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING

Board adopts parental rights and discrimination policies

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved three policies on second or third reading, including a new parental rights policy and updates to sexual harassment and wellness guidelines.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts new Parental Rights In Education policy

The Board of Education adopted Policy 7006 regarding parental rights in education on its third reading. Additionally, the Board approved three other policies on their second readings. One amendment to the definition of "Actual Knowledge" was also approved.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve agenda.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to adopt on third reading Policy 7006, "Parental Rights In Education".
13 yea
Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve on second reading Policy 4020, "Sexual Harassment and Discrimination".
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve on second reading Policy 4045, "Wellness".
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to second on first reading Policy 5011, "Sexual Harassment and Discrimination of Employees".
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Wed Jun 12, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

School board passes parental rights policy on second reading

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved a new policy on parental rights in education (Policy 7006) on second reading with a 5-2 vote. The board also approved a Sodexo food service contract amendment, a recreation mill levy resolution for 2024-2025, and accepted the 2022-2023 CPA audit report. Consent agenda items included personnel recommendations, bus routes, propane and fuel bids, and donations.

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✓ Decided: Board approves land sale to Wyoming Highway Department for $93,390

The Board of Education approved the sale of 1.7 acres of land for the construction of Bill Nye Avenue and passed a new policy on parental rights in education. Other actions included approving a 1 mill levy for recreation and awarding design contracts for Slade Elementary School.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve on second reading Policy 7006, "Parental Rights In Education".
5 yea · 2 nay
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Nate Martin nay · Emily Siegel Stanton nay
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jun 5, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Albany County school board reviews draft FY2025 budget

The board will review a draft of the FY2025 budget, which is still in process and subject to change. They will also hear a presentation on the School Resource Officer (SRO) program, discuss academic programs including GATE, preschool, driver's education, and AP fees, and review the strategic plan. Two executive sessions are scheduled: one for the superintendent's evaluation and another for personnel and property matters.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education holds work session and enters executive sessions

The Board of Education conducted a work session featuring program reviews and budget discussions. The Board voted to enter executive sessions for the Superintendent's evaluation and for personnel and property matters.

Wed May 8, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

Board approves new Parental Rights in Education policy 7006

The board approved on first reading Policy 7006, 'Parental Rights In Education,' by a 7-2 vote. It also approved disposing of River Bridge, Cottonwood, and Cozy Hollow 1 school buildings, awarded a $375,672 sole-source contract to Daktronics for scoreboard replacement, and approved the preliminary budget for the 2024-25 school year.

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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve on first reading Policy 7006, "Parental Rights In Education".
7 yea · 2 nay
Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Cecilia Aragón nay · Emily Siegel Stanton nay
Motion to award the contract to Daktronics for $375,672.00
8 yea · 1 nay
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea · Nate Martin nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed May 1, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Board to discuss UW Lab School and educators' neighborhood

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a work session to review presentations on the University of Wyoming Lab School, the Educators Neighborhood project, and student climate surveys. The meeting will conclude with a motion to enter an executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education adjourns into executive session

The Board of Education held a work session consisting primarily of presentations and reports. The only formal action taken was a vote to enter an executive session.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of personnel and possible litigation pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(iii)(ix).
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Wed Apr 24, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING

Albany County School Board votes to close Beitel Elementary, consolidate with Spring Creek

The board will hear a presentation on the Beitel/Spring Creek consolidation timeline and take public comment before voting on a motion to close Beitel Elementary School and consolidate with Spring Creek Elementary School effective the 2024-2025 school year. According to the agenda, the motion carried with all nine members voting in favor.

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✓ Decided: Board approves closure and consolidation of Beitel Elementary School

The Board of Education approved the closure of Beitel Elementary School and its consolidation with Spring Creek Elementary School. This change is effective for the 2024-2025 school year.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Beitel Elementary School closure and consolidation with Spring Creek Elementary School effective the 2024-2025 school year.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Wed Apr 10, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING

Board to hear public comment on Beitel Consolidation Proposal

The Albany County School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the Beitel Consolidation Proposal. The meeting will take place at Laramie Middle School on April 10, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held public hearing on Beitel consolidation

The Board of Education conducted a special meeting featuring a public hearing regarding the Beitel consolidation proposal. No substantive votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Apr 10, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

Board approves $908,000 for 2024-2025 insurance rates

The Board of Education decided on insurance renewals, school applications, and facility maintenance. The body also recognized various student and staff achievements in athletics and academics.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $46,665 carpet replacement and 2024-2025 insurance renewals

The Board of Education approved a contract for carpet replacement at two elementary schools and renewed health and dental insurance plans and rates for 2024-2025. The board also approved financial reports and school applications for Whiting High School and Antelope Creek School.

🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve agenda.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the monthly financial reports as presented.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the federal and state grants financial report as presented.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve Whiting High School alternative schedule renewal request.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve Antelope Creek School application submission to WDE.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve renewal of the WEBT Health and Dental Insurance plans for 2024-2025.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the WEBT insurance rates for 2024-2025.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to award the bid to the low responsive bidder, Carpet One for the total contract price of $46,665.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of personnel and potential litigation pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(iii)(ix).
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve settlement agreements.
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Wed Apr 3, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Board to discuss Beitel consolidation and review agenda

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the Beitel Consolidation Proposal and receive updates on Slade Elementary School and health insurance. The board will also review the draft agenda for the next meeting and adjourn into an executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education adjourns into executive session

The Board of Education held a work session featuring presentations on Slade Elementary School and the Beitel consolidation. The only formal action taken was a vote to enter executive session.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of personnel and potential litigation pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(iii)(ix).
9 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Wed Mar 20, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

Board awards $356K in contracts for concrete and casework at three schools

The board approved bids for concrete replacement at Spring Creek Elementary and Rock River ($121,200 to Big Huhnks Excavation) and casework replacement at Spring Creek and Indian Paintbrush Elementary ($235,481 to EJ Services). They also approved revisions to the 2024-2025 academic calendar and the 2025-2026 calendar, plus Rec Mill requests. The meeting included recognitions of students and staff, financial reports, and an executive session for personnel and litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board approves school facility contracts and academic calendars

The Board of Education approved two facility maintenance contracts totaling over $356,000. Members also approved the 2025-2026 academic calendar and revisions to the 2024-2025 calendar.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve agenda.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the monthly financial reports as presented and to consider payment of bills including late pays and pre-authorization of payroll, insurance, utilities, officials and automatic…
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the federal and state grants financial report as presented.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to award the concrete replacement bid at Spring Creek Elementary and Rock River School to the sole responsive bidder, Big Huhnks Excavation, Inc. for the total contract price of $121,200.00.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to award the casework replacement bid at Spring Creek Elementary and Indian Paintbrush Elementary to the sole responsive bidder, EJ Services, LLC. for the total contract price of $235,481.00.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve revisions to the 2024-2025 academic calendar.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the 2025-2026 academic calendar.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve ACSD1 2024-2025 Rec Mill requests.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of personnel and potential litigation pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(iii)(ix).
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Mon Mar 18, 2024

ACSD#1 MEET AND CONFER MEETING

School district to discuss insurance company responses to RFP

The Albany County School District #1 Meet and Confer meeting will feature a presentation and discussion regarding insurance company responses to a Request for Proposals (RFP).

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Wed Mar 6, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Albany County School Board holds work session on insurance and student voice

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss health insurance updates and student presentations. The meeting includes a review of the draft agenda and a motion to adjourn into an executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held work session and entered executive session

The Board of Education conducted a work session featuring presentations on health insurance and student voice options. The meeting concluded with a move into executive session to discuss personnel and potential litigation.

Wed Feb 14, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

Board approves FY25 budget and Slade Elementary AC design

The Albany County School District Board of Education approved the FY25 budget, a capitalization policy, and a plan to design air conditioning for Slade Elementary classrooms. The board also approved incentives for certified employee retirements and resignations.

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✓ Decided: Board approves FY25 budget option and retirement incentives

The Board of Education approved the FY25 budget option 1 and established resignation and retirement incentives for certified employees. The board also authorized air conditioning design for Slade Elementary and adopted a new capitalization and inventory policy.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve option 1
8 yea · 1 nay
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Steve Gosar yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Feb 12, 2024

ACSD#1 MEET AND CONFER MEETING

District officials discuss funding models and communication protocols

The ACSD#1 Meet and Confer meeting includes a discussion on the Wyoming 'Basket of Goods' funding model. The agenda also covers constituent communication protocols and non-financial updates from members.

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✓ Decided: ACSD#1 Meet and Confer meeting held February 12, 2024

The meeting consisted of discussions and information sharing regarding communication protocols and the Wyoming funding model. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Wed Feb 7, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Albany County School Board holds work session to review budget and personnel matters

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a work session on February 7, 2024, to review the budget and discuss the draft agenda for the upcoming board meeting. The session will conclude with a motion to adjourn into an executive session to discuss personnel and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held work session with no substantive decisions

The Board of Education conducted a work session involving a finance review and a draft agenda review. No formal actions were taken, and the board did not adjourn into executive session.

Wed Jan 17, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

Albany County School District #1 approves financial reports and capitalization policy

The Board of Education is reviewing monthly financial reports and accepting the CPA audit for fiscal year 2021-2022. The body is also deciding on personnel recommendations and updating district policies.

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✓ Decided: Board approves capitalization policy and accepts FY 2021-2022 audit report

The Board of Education approved Policy 2035 regarding capitalization and inventory on second reading. The board also accepted the CPA audit report for fiscal year 2021-2022 and appointed Mike Lange to the Albany County Recreation Board.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve agenda.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve the monthly financial reports as presented and to consider payment of bills including late pays and pre-authorization of payroll, insurance, utilities, officials and automatic…
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to approve on second reading, Policy 2035 "Capitalization Policy and Inventory Policy".
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to accept CPA audit report for fiscal year 2021-2022.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of personnel and potential litigation pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)(iii)(ix).
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Motion to appoint Mike Lange to the Albany County Recreation Board.
8 yea
Cecilia Aragón yea · Beth Bear yea · Alex Krassin yea · Janice Marshall yea · Nate Martin yea · Carrie Murthy yea · Emily Siegel Stanton yea · Kim Sorenson yea
Wed Jan 10, 2024

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

Board to review budget during work session

The Board of Education will hold a work session to review the budget presented by Trystin Green. They will also discuss the draft agenda for the next regular meeting. An executive session is planned for personnel and potential litigation pursuant to state statute.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held work session with no substantive decisions

The Board of Education conducted a work session involving a budget review and a draft agenda review. No formal actions were taken, and the board did not adjourn into executive session.