Minutes of Regular Meeting
May 11, 2022
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District
A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, May 11, 2022, beginning at 4:00 PM in the PK-6 Building Library.
1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Bergren, Boysen, Honeyman, Jones, and Student Director Barr.
4. Audience to Visitors
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.
5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the April 27, 2022 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Minutes of the May 5, 2022 Special Meeting
6.3 Approve Bills
6.4 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2021-2022 School Year
Open Enrollment into the district: 1 – Bedford, first grade (Mason Kirsch)
Open Enrollment out of the district: 0
6.5 Approve Recommendations to Hire for 2022-2023 School Year
Sage Lloyd, Assistant Cross Country Coach
Tim Eighmy, 7/8 Assistant Football Coach
Conner Hanafan as summer help
Cole Ridnour as summer help
6.6 Approve Resignations
Justin Ridnour as 7/8 Assistant Football Coach effective June 30, 2022
Katie Kendall as paraprofessional effective the end of the 2021-2022 school year
Makenna Cason as paraprofessional effective the end of the 2021-2022 school year
6.7 Approve Transfers for 2022-2023 School Year
Andrew Almelien from 7/8 Assistant Football Coach to 7/8 Head Football Coach
6.8 Approve Volunteer Coaches
Michael Hummel (softball), Kayla Ulven (softball), and Justin Ridnour (football)
7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Retiree Recognition
President Sunderman congratulated and thanked Julie Cabeen, Traci DeBolt, Jean Minor, and Craig Hill. They have a total of 74 years of service.
7.2 Board Recognition
McKinnon recognized and thanked the Board for their service.
7.3 Student Report
Barr reported the spring sports season is looking to Districts and State. Band performed at the Iowa Bandmasters Association. She congratulated cheerleader captains and graduates. FFA is busy with livestock judging. She also thanked the Board for her opportunity to be the Board Student Director.
7.4 Committee Report
Facilities: Honeyman reported committee continues to look ahead for spacing for 2022-23 and utilizing the Academy gym and fields.
7.5 Finance Report
McKinnon is working on staff contracts.
7.6 Administrator Report
Mr. Ridgely is working on the Equity Report. Summer school has 54 students enrolled. The last day of school for seniors is May 13. May Term also begins May 13. The last day of school is May 25 and the teachers’ last day is May 26.
7.7 Board Correspondence
Jones – He spent time with the 9/10 iJAG students at their mock interviews. He is proud of the students and their conduct.
Boysen – He took iJAG students to Camp Dodge and enjoyed observing the activities.
Bergren – She congratulated the 2022 graduates.
Honeyman – Kindergarten class planted trees at the park and they will take pride in watching them grow.
8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Setting Public Hearing on the District’s 2021-2022 Amended Budget Proposal
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve a public hearing for May 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the PK-6 Building Library as the date, time, and place for the proposed 2021-2022 amended budget proposal. Motion carried 5-0.
8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving iJAG Memorandum of Understanding
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the iJAG Memorandum of Understanding for $42,500 for the 2022-2023 school year. Motion carried 5-0.
8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving the 28E Shared Agreement with Shenandoah for ELL Services
A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve the 28E shared agreement with Shenandoah for ELL for $34,360.91 for the 2022-23 school year. Motion carried 5-0.
8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving the Mid-American Energy Grant
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to approve the Mid-American Energy grant for $43,656. Motion carried 5-0.
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to approve the additional $16,288 to be paid by the district to complete the lighting project. Motion carried 5-0.
8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving Painting at the 7-12 Building Gym
A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve Peterson Painting LLC to paint the 7-12 building gym for $13,500. Motion carried 5-0.
8.6 Discuss and Consider the 2022 Graduates
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the 2022 graduates pending successful completion of the graduation requirements as set forth by the Board of Education. Motion carried 5-0.
8.7 Discuss and Consider Approving Rental Agreement with Lisle Corporation
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the rental agreement with Lisle Corporation to rent space at the 1180 South 16th Street location for $650 a month. Motion carried 5-0.
8.8 Discuss and Consider Approving Technology Service Agreement with Midwest Data for 2022-2023
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the one-year contract with Midwest Data for network services for a $5,735 monthly fee. Motion carried 5-0.
8.9 Discuss and Consider Any Possible Action for Industrial Technology Position
There have not been interested candidates. Mr. Cox explained the alternative certification and it has been advertising also on District media and Chamber of Commerce. Discussion included sharing and offering bonus. No action was taken.
9. Meeting Announcements
9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the PK-6 Library.
9.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the PK-6 Library.
10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to adjourn the meeting at 4:55 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.
Darin Sunderman Nancy Fulk-McKinnon
Board President Board Secretary
Consider Approving Exempt Session in Accordance with Iowa Code Section 21.9 to discuss strategy matters relating to employment conditions of employees not covered by the collective bargaining law.
