January 13, 2010 Board of Education Meeting Minutes
January 28, 2010
Prague Public School
Board of Education Minutes
January 13, 2010 Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m. in Commons Area
The January 13, 2010 Board of Education meeting was called to order by President Marlene Wade at 7:02 p.m. in the commons area of Prague Public School.
Board members present: Marlene Wade, Gary Vyhlidal, Michelle Vanek, Lorri Petrzelka,
Dan Codr, and Mike Schaefer.
Also present: Ray Collins, Eric and Sarah Arneson, Lisa Brichacek, Vivian McKesson and guest.
Collins verified the posting of Regular Board meeting agenda on January 11, 2010 in three local businesses and at the school. Wade noted the location of the Open Meetings Act.
Motion by Codr, second by Schaefer to approve the agenda as printed. RCV: 6-0
Reorganization of the Board of Education:
Motion by Petrzelka, second by Vanek to nominate Marlene Wade for office of President.
Motion by Vyhlidal, second by Schaefer to close nominations. RCV: 6-0
Motion by Codr, second by Schaefer to retain current officer as follows: RCV: 6-0
Vice President: Gary Vyhlidal
Secretary: Mike Schaefer
Treasurer: Lorri Petrzelka
President Wade appointed the Standing Committees:
Codr, Schaefer, and Vyhlidal-Americanism
Petrzelka, Wade, and Vanek-Negotiations
Wade, Vyhlidal, and Codr-Buildings and Grounds
Petrzelka, Vanek, and Schaefer-Transportation
Designated Perry, Guthery, Haase & Gessford PC of Lincoln as the district’s legal counsel.
Affirmed method for posting meeting notifications by posting in three local places and the school and a copy of agenda shall be mailed or delivered to each member of Board of Education.
Affirmed Bank of Prague as the School District Depository.
Motion by Petrzelka, second by Vanek to approve the minutes of December 14, 2009 Regular and December 28, 2009 Special Meetings. RCV: 6-0
After reviewing reports on the General, Activity, and the Special Building Funds motion made by Vanek, second by Codr to accept the Treasurer’s Report. RCV: 6-0
Motion by Vyhlidal, second by Petrzelka to approve expenditures on the Activity, Special Building and General Funds. RCV: 6-0
The Board of Education will hold a Special Joint Meeting with East Butler on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at East Butler High School.
Discussed transportation needs. Buses are in need of being replaced due to age and extensive repairs. Collins stated that the equipment replacement fund currently has $46,500 and $10,000 has been budgeted. Awaiting quotes on buses.
Discussed student and staff instructional time due to recent bad weather. Motion by Codr, second by Vanek to have school in session on March 5 and March 12. RCV: 6-0
Administrative Reports by Supt. Collins:
- Snow days to due to recent storms.
- 1st round of teacher evaluations were completed, 2nd round will be conducted prior to March 15th.
- Question by board member regarding Wellness Policy.
Next Regular Monthly Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the Commons Area.
Motion by Schaefer, second by Codr to enter into Executive Session at 7:53 p.m. for Supt. Evaluation. RCV: 6-0
Motion by Schaefer, second by Vanek to return to Regular Session at 9:48 P.M. RCV: 6-0
It was moved by Vanek, second by Schaefer to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m. RCV: 6-0.
M.A. Paseka
Recording Secretary
