Laramie County School District #1 public meetings in 2021
40 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees met to review routine consent agenda items and vote on new business. Key discussions included approving roofing repair contracts for several elementary and junior high schools and a resolution to the Wyoming School Board Association.
- Contract with Big Horn Roofing, Inc. for Bain Elementary and McCormick Junior High repairs up to $660,680.00 plus 10% contingency
- Contract with Inman Roofing, Inc. for Freedom Elementary and McCormick Junior High repairs up to $79,121.98 plus 10% contingency
- Resolution to the Wyoming School Board Association concerning the National School Board Association
- Recognition of home school curricula for the 2021-2022 school year
- Approval of November 2021 payroll and bills
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The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a special session to discuss the National School Board Association (NSBA). The meeting is scheduled from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. and will be held in the boardroom and virtually via Zoom. The agenda includes a call to order, the discussion item, and adjournment.
- Discussion of National School Board Association (NSBA)
- Special session held in boardroom and via Zoom
- Meeting scheduled from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold its annual organizational meeting, electing officers and administering oaths. The board will also vote on a consent agenda covering routine resolutions, including bonding, depository designation, and meeting schedules. A 45-day public review of high school physical science materials will be announced.
- Election of Board officers (Chairman, Vice Chairman, Clerk, Treasurer, etc.)
- Resolution for bonding of officers and superintendent ($500,000 crime policy, $100,000 treasurer bond)
- Resolution designating First Interstate Bank as primary depository through Dec 31, 2023
- Resolution setting regular meetings at 6 p.m. first/third Mondays at Storey Gymnasium, 2811 House Ave
- 45-day public review of high school physical science materials (Dec 13 – Feb 2)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on December 6, 2021, to discuss the selection of the next board officers and committee assignments. All seven board members were present, along with Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo and staff. The session concluded with the board adjourning at approximately 5:50 p.m. to prepare for the regular meeting.
- Discussion of next Board of Trustees Officers
- Discussion of Board of Trustees Committee Assignments
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a special work session via Zoom on December 2, 2021, at 12:00 PM. The only listed agenda item is a discussion regarding the National School Board Association (NSBA). No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Special work session held via Zoom webinar
- Discussion item: National School Board Association (NSBA)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a special work session via Zoom on November 22, 2021, from 12-1 PM. The stated purpose is to discuss the National School Board Association. The agenda contains only procedural items and meeting access information.
- Special meeting called to discuss National School Board Association
- Meeting held via Zoom webinar
- Meeting scheduled for 12:00-1:00 PM Mountain Time
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is meeting to approve the Fiscal Year 2020-21 financial audit. The agenda also includes several consent agenda items regarding district contracts, payroll, and personnel matters.
- Approval of FY2020-21 financial audit by McGee, Hearle & Paiz, LLP
- Contract for Industrial Hygienist Services not to exceed $300,000.00
- Contract for Core Data hardware, software, and services not to exceed $975,000.00
- Renewal of contract for warehouse stock supplies not to exceed $475,000.00
- Approval of October 2021 payroll and bills
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a virtual work session on November 1, 2021, at 5 p.m. The agenda included a welcome, a presentation on legal counsel by Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo and Jed Cicarelli, and adjournment at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m. The session was procedural and informational, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.
- Virtual work session via Zoom (ID 95760414157)
- Presentation on legal counsel by Dr. Margaret Crespo and Jed Cicarelli
- All board members present, none absent
- Adjourned at 5:50 p.m. for regular board meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, primarily acting on routine consent agenda items and a new business item to approve playground purchases. The board will also consider possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions and personnel matters in executive session.
- Permission to purchase five playground replacements/additions and extra fall surface, not to exceed $625,000
- Permission to renew custodial services contract, not to exceed $400,000
- Approval of certificated contracts for 2021-2022 school year
- Approval of resignations/retirements and recognition of home school curricula
- Possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions and personnel (executive session)
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The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on October 18, 2021, to consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of payroll and bills, contracts, and a date change for a future meeting. The board will also vote on a contract for architectural services for the McCormick Junior High Library Renovation and may take action on student suspensions or expulsions in executive session.
- Permission to contract for portable lavatories and sewer/septic services up to $120,000
- Approval of contract with The Design Studio, Inc. for McCormick Junior High Library Renovation architectural services
- Approval of September 2021 payroll and bills (purchase orders R060116–R061008, checks 00069220–00069821, etc.)
- Approval of certificated contracts and resignations/retirements for 2021-2022 school year
- Change of July 11, 2022 board meeting to July 18, 2022
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, primarily acting on routine consent items and several new business items. Key actions include declaring a 3.3-acre parcel at South High School surplus, approving a resolution for the Wyoming School Board Association, and approving a property exchange agreement with the City of Cheyenne. The board will also consider possible student suspensions in executive session.
- Declare 3.3-acre parcel at South High School surplus
- Approve MOA with City of Cheyenne for property exchange (Carlson Street improvements at Coyote Ridge Elementary)
- Renew elevator maintenance contract up to $50,000
- Approve resolution for submission to WSBA
- Possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions (executive session)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
This is a work session of the Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees, held virtually. The board will receive a presentation on the strategic plan from the superintendent. The meeting is procedural and informational, with no votes or decisions scheduled.
- Strategic plan presentation by Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo
- Virtual meeting via Zoom (ID 979 5058 0956)
- All board members present
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a special work session to discuss a draft resolution for potential submission to the Wyoming School Board Association, with an October 4, 2021 deadline. The meeting is primarily procedural and informational, with no final decisions expected.
- Draft resolution for potential submission to WSBA (deadline Oct 4, 2021)
- Work session to adjourn when work is completed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a virtual work session on September 20, 2021, at 5 p.m. The agenda included a literacy update presentation and procedural items. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Literacy update presentation by Eric Jackson, Tiffany Rehbein, and Katie Dijkstal
- Virtual meeting via Zoom (ID #97093695850)
- All board members present; no absences
- Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo and staff attended
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a virtual meeting to approve routine administrative matters and new business. The primary action was the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Laramie Community College (LCCC) for the 2021-2022 Concurrent and Dual Enrollment Program. The board also authorized contract renewals for electronic access control and mass notification systems.
- Approval of MOU between LCCC and LCSD1 for Concurrent and Dual Enrollment Program, not to exceed $650,000.00
- Permission to renew contract for electronic access control contractor, not to exceed $500,000.00
- Permission to renew contracts for mass notification systems, not to exceed $164,510.00
- Approval of August 2021 payroll and bills
- Approval of home school curricula for the 2021-2022 school year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on an addendum to the Smart Start Plan. The meeting includes a presentation by the superintendent and public comment periods.
- Presentation of addendum to Smart Start Plan by Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo
- Motion to approve the addendum to the Smart Start Plan
- Public comment periods (3 minutes per person)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with routine procedural items, including agenda adoption, visitor comments, and reports. The board will also consider possible long-term student suspensions or expulsions in executive session.
- Adopt agenda with any addenda
- Items from visitors
- Approval of routine matters (consent agenda)
- Possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions (executive session)
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The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees met to review routine administrative items and discuss new construction contracts. Key discussions included architectural services for roof replacements and a generator replacement at McCormick Junior High School.
- Contract approval for architectural services for roof replacements at various sites
- Contract approval with Edwards General Contractors, Inc. for McCormick Junior High School emergency generator replacement
- Renewal of classroom supply contract not to exceed $900,000.00
- Renewal of art supply contract not to exceed $75,000.00
- Renewal of PE/athletic supply contract not to exceed $250,000.00
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on August 2, 2021, to discuss the Smart Start Plan. The meeting was procedural, with no votes or decisions recorded, and adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Discussion of Smart Start Plan
- Work session held via Zoom (Webinar ID: 953 8743 0127)
- All board members present, none absent
- Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo and staff in attendance
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider routine consent agenda items and several new business actions. Key items include approving an interfund loan increase, contracts for services and construction, and personnel appointments. The meeting will also include public comment and a possible executive session on student discipline and land matters.
- Approve $2,250,000 interfund loan increase from General Fund to Federal Grants Fund
- Renew security systems contract up to $650,000
- Renew secondary reading intervention program contract up to $180,000
- Approve contract with Ponder Company for East High gym floor replacement up to $158,868 plus 10% contingency
- Approve appointment of David Haggerty as East High Assistant Principal
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting and budget hearing on July 12, 2021. They will consider adopting the FY2022 budget, which includes a $255,615,860 general fund, and will vote on several consent agenda items, including contract renewals and a budget amendment. The board will also approve multiple administrative appointments for the 2021-2022 school year.
- FY2022 budget adoption: General Fund $255,615,860; Special Revenue $46,806,197; Major Maintenance $9,545,000; Capital Projects $30,058,128; Special Building $18,523,171; Nutrition Services $8,200,263; Trust Funds $2,500,000
- Budget amendment FY2021: transfer $4,000,000 to Instruction and $3,500,000 to Fund Transfers from Instructional Support and Non-Instructional Support; increase Instruction by $3,100,000 and General Support by $2,400,000 in Special Revenue
- Renew wireless networking contract up to $250,000
- Renew HVAC contractor contract up to $600,000 (time and materials)
- Renew School Resource Officer contract with Laramie County Sheriff's Department up to $49,500
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a special work session with no public input, featuring training by Wyoming School Board Association trainer Rod Kessler and a presentation by Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo. The session covered board culture, social media, superintendent evaluation, and the board-superintendent partnership, and adjourned at approximately 8:30 p.m.
- Training by WSBA trainer Rod Kessler on culture, social media, superintendent evaluation, and board partnership
- Presentation by Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo on timeline and plan
- Meeting held in person at Storey Gym, 2811 House Avenue, room 129, Cheyenne, WY
- No public input; public welcome to attend
- All board members present; none absent
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The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees met for a work session to receive a COVID-19 update from district and public health officials. The meeting was procedural, with no votes or decisions, and adjourned after the presentation.
- COVID-19 update presented by Superintendent Dr. Boyd Brown and Laramie County Public Health officials Dr. Stan Hartman, Kathy Emmons, and Kasey Mullins
- Attachments included Wyoming Department of Health K-12 isolation graphic and COVID-19 guidance for schools
- Meeting held via Zoom webinar (ID 972 3319 5467)
- All board members present; no absences
- Work session adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is meeting to consider routine consent agenda items, several equipment purchases totaling over $455,000, and possible student suspensions or expulsions in executive session. The board will also hear public comments and receive reports from the superintendent.
- Consent agenda: approve June 7 minutes, certificated contracts, resignations/retirements, and May payroll/bills
- Permission to contract for Nutrition Services supplies up to $50,000 and custodial equipment up to $150,000
- Purchase iOS chargers up to $180,000, articulating boom lift up to $73,000, and heavy duty box truck up to $52,000
- Purchase two commercial mowers and one wide area mower up to $150,000; declare three mowers surplus
- Executive session for possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions and possible litigation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on June 7, 2021, to receive presentations on the Cheyenne Virtual School and a home school update. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no decisions or votes recorded. The session adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Presentation on Cheyenne Virtual School by Director of Instruction Dr. Stephen Newton and Principal Lana Haffner
- Home School Update presented by Assistant Superintendent of Instruction Dr. Tracey Kinney
- Work session held via Zoom webinar (ID: 916 8052 9633)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees met virtually on June 7, 2021, to approve a consent agenda containing multiple routine financial actions. The board authorized renewals and increases for various service contracts, including school lunch supplies, furniture, and cellular hardware. Additionally, the board recognized student and staff achievements and received reports on budget cuts and COVID-19 order changes.
- Renewal of lease for five modular classrooms with Satellite Shelters, Inc.
- Contract increase for milk, juice, and dairy products up to $85,000
- Renewal of contract for administrative and classroom furniture up to $800,000
- Renewal of contract for cellular service and hardware up to $200,000
- Renewal of contract with Cheyenne Police Department for School Resource Officers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine consent agenda items, including contracts for food services, software maintenance, and legal services, as well as new business items such as approving a medical leave, a principal appointment, and an HVAC upgrade contract. The board will also receive reports on the preliminary budget, computer science plan, and strategic plan update.
- Renew food products contract for school lunch program up to $1,330,000
- Approve HVAC upgrades contract with 1939 Sheet Metal Products, LLC
- Renew student information system software maintenance up to $242,105
- Approve appointment of Holly Burningham as Pioneer Park Elementary Principal
- Approve April 2021 payroll and bills
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine consent agenda items, including approving contracts for online curriculum and district-wide copiers, and to take action on new business items such as a Boys and Girls Club MOU, a leave of absence, and facility improvements. The board will also hear reports on anti-bullying programs, literacy, and graduation, and recognize student and staff achievements.
- Approve renewal of online curriculum contract for virtual K-12 students, not to exceed $225,000
- Approve renewal of 4-year district-wide copier lease and maintenance, not to exceed $2,065,781.55
- Approve MOU with Boys and Girls Club of Cheyenne for facilities and transportation
- Authorize facility improvements list for FY2022, including solicitation of bids
- Approve purchase of AP Environmental Science materials from Savvas Learning Company, not to exceed $50,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on May 3, 2021. The agenda included a welcome, a mid-level update by Dr. Stephen Newton, and adjournment. The session was procedural and informational, with no decisions or proposals listed.
- Mid-Level Update by Dr. Stephen Newton
- Work session held via Zoom (Webinar ID: 969 2503 4311)
- All board members present
- Adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the Regular Board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees met to review various district business items. The agenda included proposals for new software, security, and facility contracts, as well as a 45-day public review period for proposed policy revisions.
- Intent to amend Board Policies for a 45-day public review
- Contract for building automation service agreement up to $113,722.00
- Contract for security alarm system contractor up to $330,000.00
- Purchase of data analytics software subscription up to $82,593.00
- Renewal of nutrition services contracts for fruit, vegetables, and dairy products
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, largely conducted virtually for the public. The board will vote on consent agenda items including contract renewals for concrete work and fuel, plus new business items such as purchasing high school math curriculum and approving the demolition of Frontier Learning Center. The meeting also includes recognitions of student achievements and reports from the superintendent.
- Renew concrete contractor contract with S & S Builders, LLC, up to $500,000
- Renew bulk gasoline and diesel fuel contract up to $1,500,000
- Purchase Big Ideas Algebra I and Geometry materials from Cengage, up to $90,000
- Approve demolition of Frontier Learning Center
- Approve financial institutions for deposit of public funds
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Board of Trustees held a work session to discuss financial trust accounts. Director of Finance Jed Cicarelli provided a presentation regarding these accounts.
- Financial Trust Account presentation by Director of Finance Jed Cicarelli
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, rescheduled from March 15 to March 18, 2021, virtually for the public. The board will vote on several action items, including a $90,000 purchase for a pool timing system, budget amendments, and contract notifications for administrators. The agenda also includes routine consent items, recognitions of student achievements, and an executive session for possible student suspensions or expulsions.
- Permission to purchase Pool Timing System for East High Pool, not to exceed $90,000
- Budget Amendment FY 2021: Transfer $4,000,000 from Instructional Support to Instruction in Special Revenue Grants Fund; Transfer $5,000 from Capital Outlay to Instructional Support in Special Building Fund
- Approval of notifications for Superintendent's Cabinet, Senior Leadership, School Administrators, and other staff contracts of employment
- Approval of contract renewals for certified employees for the 2021/2022 school year
- Approval of February 2021 payroll and bills
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is meeting in a private executive session to discuss negotiations, personnel matters, and possible long-term suspensions or expulsions. The board may take action on student discipline, with a motion to expel or suspend students if presented. The session is procedural and closed to the public.
- Executive session on negotiations with presentation by Assistant Supt. of HR John Weigel and Director of Finance Jed Cicarelli
- Personnel discussion with presentations by Weigel and Cicarelli
- Discussion of possible long-term suspensions/expulsions with presentation by Assistant Supt. of Instruction Dr. Tracey Kinney
- Potential motion to expel or long-term suspend students as presented in executive session
- Session adjourns at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, primarily conducted virtually for the public. The board will vote on several action items, including the appointment of a new superintendent, approval of the 2022-2023 school calendar, and contracts for various services and improvements. The agenda also includes routine consent items, recognitions, and reports.
- Approve appointment of Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2021 (name not specified in agenda)
- Adopt 2022-2023 school calendar
- Contract for USDA commodities for school lunch program, not to exceed $445,000
- Contract with American Civil Contractors LLC for Johnson Junior High School athletic field improvements
- Contract with Superior Electric for fire alarm upgrades at various sites
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees met in a private executive session on February 28, 2021, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The agenda included a discussion on personnel matters, with only trustees, the district attorney, and a WSBA representative present. The session was procedural and adjourned at approximately 6 p.m.
- Executive session held 4:30-6 p.m. in the Executive Boardroom of Storey Gym
- Personnel discussion item
- Attendance: all board members present, none absent
- Attorney David Evans and WSBA Brian Farmer also present
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a work session. The main item is a presentation by Assistant Superintendent Dr. Tracey Kinney on disaggregated suspensions and expulsions data. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn at approximately 5:50 p.m. to be followed by the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Presentation on disaggregated suspensions and expulsions by Dr. Tracey Kinney
- Meeting held via Zoom (Webinar ID: 910 9792 2069)
- All board members present; no absences
- Work session adjourns at 5:50 p.m. for regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, with the public attending virtually via Zoom. The board will consider several action items, including a contract with the Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department to administer COVID-19 vaccines to staff, adoption of new K-6 English Language Arts materials, and renewal of contracts for ERP software maintenance, asphalt work, specialty foods, and flooring services. The meeting also includes recognition of students and staff, reports from the superintendent, and a possible executive session for student discipline and personnel matters.
- Contract with Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department for COVID-19 vaccines, not to exceed $132,000
- Adoption of K-6 English Language Arts materials and texts
- Renewal of ERP software maintenance, not to exceed $58,310.14
- Renewal of asphalt contractor contract, not to exceed $200,000
- Renewal of flooring materials and installation services, not to exceed $300,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on January 11, 2021, to discuss the budget and a possible new ranking for facilities. The meeting included presentations from the Director of Finance and the Assistant Superintendent of Support Operations. The work session adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Budget presentation by Director of Finance Jed Cicarelli
- Presentation on possible new ranking for facilities by Assistant Superintendent Dave Bartlett
- Meeting held via Zoom (Webinar ID: 967 3795 7269)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, largely virtual for the public, to consider routine consent agenda items and new business. Key actions include approving contracts for speech pathology services, GPS maintenance, nutrition software, and multimedia equipment, as well as recognizing students and staff. The board will also enter executive session to discuss possible student suspensions/expulsions and personnel matters.
- Renew speech pathology services contract up to $97,000
- Renew GPS hardware/software maintenance up to $81,369.84
- Increase Nutrition Services software contract up to $32,000
- Contract for multimedia equipment: projectors up to $150,000, document cameras up to $40,000, AV items up to $200,000
- Recognize home school curricula for 2020-2021