Galesburg Reporter

Galesburg Community Unit School District No. 205 Board of Education met July 11.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

Call to Order/Roll Call

The Community Unit School District #205 Board of Education met in closed session prior to the regular meeting at 6:25 PM at 932 Harrison St., Galesburg, IL. The roll was read and the following Members responded: Bess-Tabb, Cervantez, Lyon, Phelps, Scherpe, Rodriguez (6) Absent: Boettcher (1) Roll Call #1

Closed Session

It was moved by Member Lyon and seconded by Member Rodriguez to move to closed session for the purpose of appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of an employee(s), negotiations and pending litigation. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Bess-Tabb, Cervantez, Lyon, Phelps, Rodriguez, Scherpe (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #2

Following closed session, it was moved by Member Phelps and seconded by Member Lyon to move to open session. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Cervantez, Lyon, Phelps, Rodriguez, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #3

Roll Call

President Scherpe called the regular meeting to order. On roll call the following Members were present: Phelps, Rodriguez, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb, Cervantez (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #4

Moment of Silence/Pledge of Allegiance

A moment of silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Recognition of Visitors—None

Presentations to the Board

Mrs. Jennifer Hamm, Mrs. Cathy Bitar, Mrs. Luan Statham and Ms. Randi Grodjesk reported on the Special Olympics/Buddies Program

Approval of Consent Agenda

A. Consider Approval of Minutes:

Monday, June 13, 2022, Special Meeting

Monday, June 13, 2022, Regular Meeting

Monday, June 13, 2022, Closed Session

Thursday June 23, 2022, Special Meeting

B. Consider Approval of Payroll and Claims

Balance Sheet

Treasurer’s Report

Fund Balance Report

Revenue Report

Expense Report

Investment Performance Report

Accounts Payable

Check Register

Activity Accounts

Health Insurance Trust Fund Balance

It was moved by Member Cervantez and seconded by Member Bess-Tabb to approve the consent agenda as presented. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Lyon, Phelps, Rodriguez, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb, Cervantez (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #5

FOCUS AREA #1: Relevant Skills that Lead to Employability—None

FOCUS AREA #2: Facilities that Assist in Skill Acquisition

A. Buildings and Grounds Committee Report

Member Lyon presented photos of the new track at Galesburg Jr./Sr. High School, landscaping in the District, the parking lot at Galesburg Jr./Sr. High School near Wicall and the performing arts center. Member Cervantez asked about where the Wrestling program will be housed going forward and Mr. Matthews explained the current discussion.

B. Consider Approval of Facility Use Agreement Revisions

It was moved by Member Phelps and seconded by Member Cervantez to approve as presented. Mrs. Hamm stated that last month she presented changes to the agreement to keep it streamlined. Mrs. Hamm stated that category 2 items would have a flat $500 annual fee rather than an hourly rate. Member Bess-Tabb asked questions about the category 2 fees. Mr. Matthews stated that he discussed with the organizations pricing for future facility use. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Rodriguez, Scherpe, Cervantez, Lyon, Phelps (5) NAY: Bess-Tabb (1) Motion carried. Roll Call #6

C. Consider Approval of Terrazzo Floor Refurbish Quote

It was moved by Member Lyon and seconded by Member Phelps to approve as presented. Dr. Asplund explained that the area has been waxed over for so many years that they are in bad shape and need cleaned. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Scherpe, Bess-Tabb, Cervantez, Lyon, Phelps, Rodriguez (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #7

D. Consider Approval of Silas Epoxy Painting Bid Specs

It was moved by Member Phelps and seconded by Member Cervantez to approve as presented. Ms. Hamm stated that this item is for bid specs for interior painting. When Silas was originally painted they put flat paint on the walls and due to flat paint, there is no way to get the walls clean. This is a different type of paint making it a washable surface. This is just for the specs and bids are due at the end of the month to be completed this fall. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Bess-Tabb, Cervantez, Lyon, Phelps, Rodriguez, Scherpe (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #8

E. Consider Approval of Steele Elementary Sidewalk Change Order

It was moved by Member Lyon and seconded by Member Phelps to approve as presented. Ms. Hamm stated that students walking from the south side of the building to and from school have to cross traffic because the sidewalk ends. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Scherpe, Cervantez, Bess-Tabb, Rodriguez, Lyon, Phelps (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #9

F. Consider Approval of Final Cleaning Award Recommendations

It was moved by Member Cervantez and seconded by Member Rodriguez to approve as presented. This item is for the final cleaning of both Steele Elementary and Galesburg Jr./Sr. High School and includes interior and exterior window cleaning at both buildings. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Cervantez, Lyon, Phelps, Rodriguez, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #10

FOCUS AREA #3: Responding to the Changing Needs of our Community

A. Consider Approval of PRESS Policies (Second Reading)

It was moved by Member Lyon and seconded by Member Cervantez to approve as presented. Dr. Asplund stated that there were no recommended changes from the last meeting. The following Members voted AYE: Lyon, Phelps, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb, Cervantez, Rodriguez (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #11

C. Skyward Attendance Kiosk Discussion

President Scherpe stated that Item C would be next, Mrs. Hamm had two short videos shown regarding attendance kiosks. Mrs. Hamm explained the quotes given to the Board and how the kiosks work. Board discussion ensued. Dr. Asplund stated that administration was asked to provide a quote and that if moving forward with the kiosk system he would want to visit a school district with it in use. The Board asked Dr. Asplund to move forward to get more information.

B. Consider Approval of Code of Conduct (Second Reading)

It was moved by Member Cervantez and seconded by Member Phelps to approve as presented. Dr. Asplund stated that he is still not in favor of students not wearing ID’s. He stated that if you are in favor of should have to wear IDs, you would need to vote no and yes if you prefer they do not. Board discussion ensued. Another item discussed was the fee charge for losing an ID and lanyard. Member Lyon said he doesn’t think the District should be making money on ID’s and lanyards and Member Scherpe and Phelps agreed. Member Cervantez amended her motion to charge $1 for the lanyard and ID as a set and Member Phelps seconded the motion. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Rodriguez, Cervantez, Bess-Tabb (3) NAY: Phelps, Scherpe, Lyon (3) Motion failed. Roll call #12

Attorney David Braun stated that in the event of a tie vote and the motion doesn’t pass the Code of Conduct that presently exists, goes forward until a passing vote.

It was moved by Member Lyon to accept the committee’s recommendation to change the ID/lanyard fee to $1 on page 23 and to include the requirement that students wear lanyards and Ids and Member Phelps seconded the motion. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Scherpe, Lyon, Phelps (3) NAY: Rodriguez, Cervantez, Bess-Tabb (3) Motion carried. Roll Call #13

D. Consider Approval of Amended 2022-2023 School Calendar

It was moved by Member Lyon and seconded by Member Bess-Tabb to approve as presented. Dr. Asplund stated that the changes are for the School Improvement days that change four days in the school year to half days for students. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Lyon, Phelps, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb, Rodriguez, Cervantez (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #14

E. Consider Approval of Risk Management Plan

It was moved by Member Phelps and seconded by Member Cervantez to approve as presented. Mrs. Hamm stated that this has to be revised and passed yearly in order to be able to access TORT Funds. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Lyon, Phelps, Scherpe, Bess Tabb, Rodriguez, Cervantez (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #15

PERSONNEL

A. Consider Approval of Job Descriptions

It was moved by Member Phelps and seconded by Member Cervantez to approve as presented. Dr. Asplund stated that the job descriptions focus on restorative practices. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Phelps, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb, Rodriguez, Cervantez, Lyon (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #16

B. Consider Approval of Personnel Report

It was moved by Member Lyon and seconded by Member Phelps to approve as presented. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Phelps, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb, Lyon, Rodriguez, Cervantez (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #17

C. Grievance Update

Dr. Asplund stated that there is one outstanding grievance regarding an employee discipline case at Lombard Middle School.

D. Report on FOIA Requests

None

Comments by Board of Education

Comments were made by Member Phelps and Member Lyon.

Future Agenda Items—Expand relationship with public library and solar update

Future Meeting Dates

The next regular meeting is Monday, August 8, 2022 at 7PM.

Adjournment

It was moved by Member Phelps and seconded by Member Lyon that the meeting be adjourned—8:51PM. On roll call the following Members voted AYE: Lyon, Phelps, Rodriguez, Scherpe, Bess-Tabb, Cervantez (6) Motion carried. Roll Call #18

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