Bloomingdale School District 13 Board of Education met Aug. 26.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
Pledge of Allegiance
President Cary Moreth called the regular meeting of the Board of Education in Bloomingdale Elementary School District 13 to order on Monday, August 26, 2019 in the District Office, 164 S. Euclid Avenue, Bloomingdale, Illinois at 7:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Present: Mr. Matt Boebel, Mr. Mike Cozzi, Mr. Terry McKeown, Ms. Tamara Peterson, Mr. David Schueler, Mrs. Linda Wojcicki, Mr. Cary Moreth
Absent: None
Others Present: Dr. Jon Bartelt, John Reiniche, Claudia Fecho, Dr. Evonne Waugh, Greg Leyden, Barbara Naumiec, Stefan Larsson, Amy Fonk, Nanci Greene, William Greene, Kathryn Aranda, Ben Aranda, Sona Thomas, Soji Thomas, Seena Thomas, Thomas Thomas, Melissa Naples, Lauren Ott, Jackie Holm, Rachel Sliwa
Exemplar Presentation: Mr. Moreth presented Exemplar Certificates to Sona Thomas as Student Exemplar, Mrs. Nanci Greene as the Staff Exemplar, and Mrs. Kathryn Aranda as Community Exemplar for the month of August.
Public Hearing - Concerning the Intention of the Board of Education to sell $1,100,000 Working Cash Fund Bonds for the purpose of increasing the District's Working Cash Fund
A motion was made by Mrs. Wojcicki and seconded by Mr. Boebel to open a hearing Concerning the intention of the Board of Education to see $1,100,000 Working Cash Fund Bonds.
Roll Call Vote
Ayes: Wojcicki, Boebel, Cozzi, McKeown, Peterson, Schueler, Moreth
Nays: None
Motion Carried: 7-0
A motion was made by Mr. Schueler and seconded by Ms. Peterson to close the Public Hearing
Roll Call Vote
Ayes: Schueler, Peterson, Boebel, Cozzi, McKeown, Wojcicki, Moreth
Nays: None
Motion Carried: 7-0
Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Boebel to approve the items in the Consent Agenda which included Minutes from the Regular and Closed Meetings
6-24-19, the Approval of Bills in the Education Fund for July in the amount of $222,694.53 and for August $156,725.37; the Operations and Maintenance Fund for July in the amount of $78,918.75 and for August $86,910.50; Debt Service for July and August in the amount of $1,864.30, Transportation Fund for July in the amount of $29,935.07 and for August $1,310.86; Capital Projects for July in the amount of $59,685.85 and for August in the amount of $699,830.12; Tort Fund for July in the amount of $85,537.00; Payroll (6-25-19) in the amount of $602,182.50,459.08, (7-10-19) $373,091.55, (7-25-19) $373,478.89, (8-09-19) $377,714.64, and (8-23-19) $390,284.30 (F.D. 8-26-19-1); the Fund Balance Report for June and July as shown in (F.D. 8-26-19-2); the Balance Sheet for June and July as shown in (F.D. 8-26-19-3); the Revenue Report for June and July as shown in (F.D. 8-26-19-4); the Expenditure Report for June and July as shown in (F.D. 8 26-19-5); the Activity Report for June and July as shown in (F.D. 8-26-19-6); New Hires Kayla Lincoln 5th Gr. Teacher at Erickson effective 8/19/19 for a salary of $48,631*, Rachel Osborne 2nd Gr. Teacher at Dujardin effective 8/19/19 for a salary of $48,631*, Jordan Balliet Paraprofessional at Dujardin effective 8/19/19 for $12.79/hr., Vittoria Miulli Art Teacher effective 8/19/19 for $48,631*, Sara Myhyrdari Paraprofessional at Dujardin effective 8/19/19 for $12.79/hr., Lauren Zanoni Paraprofessional at Dujardin effective 8/19/19 for $12.79/hr., Gianna Hansen Paraprofessional at Dujardin effective 8/19/19 for $12.79/hr., Lidda Vannavong Paraprofessional at Erickson effective 8/19/19 for $12.79/hr., Deirdre Jakabcsin Paraprofessional at Erickson effective 8/19/19 for er Smolek Paraprofessional at Erickson effective 8/19/19 for $12.79/hr; Resignations/Retirements Emily Fiedler effective 8/1/19, Dawn Reich effective 8/19/19, Katie Ciccone effective 7/19/19, Lauren McDonald effective 8/1/19, Stacey Santarromana effective 7/31/19, Catherine Ludescher effective 8/6/19, Janice Konchar effective 9/20/19, Christine Silva effective 8/16/19 and Mallary Janis effective 8/19/19; Change of Position, Ashley Harsila, 3r Gr. Teacher at Dujardin, effective 8/19/19; Gina Kurdziel, Acceleration Differentiation Specialist at Dujardin/Erickson effective 8/19/19; Gina Pecoraro,.5 Kdg/.5 Para effective 8/19/19; Sara Heitkam.5 Kdg/.5 Para at Erickson effective 8/19/19; Amy Krzoska 4th Gr. Teacher at Erickson effective 8/19/19 and Caitlin Garstka 6th Gr. LA/SS Teacher at Westfield effective 8/19/19, Chris Shamet Regular Education Para at Westfield effective 8/19/19, Cindy Robey LTS Maternity LOA at Erickson effective 8/19/19 and Gianna Hansen LTS Maternity LOA at Dujardin effective 8/19/19. Leave of Absences Mary Kay Lepore Medical/FMLA effective 8/19/19 and Lesya Gnatyuk Maternity Leave effective 9/18/19.
Roll Call Vote
Ayes: Peterson, Boebel, Cozzi, McKeown, Schueler, Wojcicki, Moreth
Nays: None
Motion Carried: 7-0
Superintendent's Report
Septemberfest
Dr. Bartelt reminded the Board of Education about Septemberfest on September 7. The Board will assemble outside Dujardin and march to Old Town, Westfield students will be joining the Board to distribute Smartees along the parade route.
Summer Projects Update and Board Tour
Dr. Bartelt reviewed the events for September 9 when the Board tours the Stratford Middle School Innovation Center and Science Labs. Following the tour, the group will go to the District Office for a presentation led by Greg Leyden on the summer roof projects that were accomplished between June and August.
Board Calendar
Dr. Bartelt reviewed the amended Board calendar to show the addition of a two-year quarterly review and monitoring cycle of the District Policy Manual at the Board level and mentioned that things may shift at a later date to reflect the changes in the approval of the teacher's contract.
Superintendent Performance Goals
Dr. Bartelt's proposed student achievement goal for this year is to have students meet their expected growth in Reading and Mathematics within the range as provided the Measure of Academic Progress (MAP). Other goals will be based on the Strategic Plan Initiatives for this year.
Board Reports and Requests
B.I.G. – Dr. Bartelt reported that the Bloomingdale Fire Department received a new ambulance and fire engine; the Bloomingdale Chamber of Commerce has changed the name of 50 Men Who Cook/Divas That Dish to the Tastings of Bloomingdale with the event set for November 2 to be held once again at the JC Penney's in Stratford Square Mall, the Village of Bloomingdale reported that the Woodman's project in the old Macy's building has started and Texas Roadhouse Restaurant is scheduled to open this fall to name a few.
CCTS! - Mrs. Wojcicki reported that Character COUNTS! Committee awarded Mayor Franco Coladipietro the Act of Kindness Award for reflecting a baseball from hitting a woman in the stands at his son's baseball game. October 8 will be the Character COUNTS! Celebration Night at 6:30 p.m. in Old Town Bloomingdale.
Education Foundation – Mr. Cozzi reported that the Education Foundation received a donation of $90,000 with another $90,000 coming from an anonymous donor. The team is looking into any legal requirements that may need to be established since receiving such a large amount of money.
LEND - Dr. Bartelt reported that the next LEND meeting will be September 20 with DuPage 88 District Office hosting. Topics will include the Graduated Income Tax, the Property Tax Cost Shift and school consolidation.
NDSEC - Ms. Peterson reported, along with Dr. Bartelt, on the approval of the current teacher contract at the last NDSEC Special Meeting. The four-year contract is as follows: Year 1-4 12 %; Year 2 -4 12 %; Year 3-3 /2 %; and Year 4 - 3%.
Freedom of Information Act Request: Dr. Bartelt shared information regarding the three FOIA requests received since our last Board meeting. Claudia Fecho received a request from Kathleen Jenig, on 7/29/19 requesting a copy of Certified payroll on the Bloomingdale SD13 project Hargrave Builders Inc., any and all certified payroll records for Hargrave Builders Inc. The request was answered within the appropriate timeframe by Claudia Fecho. Claudia Fecho received a request from Policy Research for a listing of school sponsored sports, and clubs and whether Algebra I is available for 8th grade students on 7/29/19 with a follow up on 8/13/19. The request was answered within the appropriate timeframe by Claudia Fecho. Claudia Fecho received a request forwarded from Dr. Bartelt on 8/21/19 requesting vendor name, contract start/end date, annual contract amount, and pricing details of Special Education transportation contracts for 2019-2020. The request was answered within the appropriate timeframe by Claudia Fecho.
Action Items:
Resolution to Approve the Intergovernmental Agreement with the DuPageMest Cook Regional Special Education Association (F.D. 8/26/19-7) A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mrs. Wojcicki to approve the Resolution to Approve the Intergovernmental Agreement with the DuPage/West Cook Regional Special Education Association, as presented.
Roll Call Vote
Ayes: Peterson, Wojcicki, Boebel, Cozzi, McKeown, Schueler, Moreth
Nays: None
Motion Carried: 7-0
Resolution to Regulate Expense Reimbursements (F.D. 8/26/19-8) A motion was made by Mr. Schueler and seconded by Mr. Cozzi to approve the Resolution to Regulate Expense Reimbursements for the 2019-2020 school year, as presented.
Roll Call Vote
Ayes: Schueler, Cozzi, Boebel, McKeown, Peterson, Wojcicki, Moreth
Nays: None
Motion Carried: 7-0
Resolution in Support of Character Counts! (F.D. 8/26/19-9)
A motion was made by Mr. Schueler and seconded by Mrs. Wojcicki to approve the Resolution in Support of Character Counts! and each Board Member sign said resolution.
Voice Vote: all ayes.
Approval of Strategic Plan Initiatives for 2019-2020 (F.D. 8/26/19-10)
A motion was made by Mr. Boebel and seconded by Mrs. Wojcicki to approve the Strategic Plan Initiatives for 2019-2020, as presented.
Roll Call Vote
Ayes: Boebel, Wojcicki, Cozzi, McKeown, Peterson, Schueler, Moreth
Nays: None
Motion Carried: 7-0
Discussion Items
First Reading of Amendments to Board Policies Dr. Bartelt reviewed the policies with the Board which will be brought to action at the September meeting.
Finance Reports FY19
Mr. Reiniche touched briefly on the 4th Quarter Budget Performance and Investment Reports.
Board/Superintendent Expectations
Dr. Bartelt reported that the Board/Superintendent Expectations have not changed since last year.
Topics for Future Agendas
None at this time
Closed Session
A motion was made by Mrs. Wojcicki and seconded by Ms. Peterson at 7:48 p.m.to enter into closed session.
Roll Call Vote
Ayes: Wojcicki, Peterson, Boebel, Cozzi, McKeown, Schueler, Moreth
Nays: None
The Board returned to regular session at 8:33 p.m.
Adjournment
A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Cozzi to adjourn the meeting.
Voice vote: all ayes
The meeting was adjourned at 8:33p.m.
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