October 9, 2017 at 7:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

There was no student report.

Mr. Mezger presented a report that included information on the Continuous Improvement workshop he attended.  He also reported on MAP testing data and PT Conferences.

Superintendent Meyerle provided the Board a draft copy of the 2018-19 school calendar to review.

Mr. Meyerle gave an update on the roof repair and minor facility issues.

Superintendent Meyerle gave an update on the upcoming NASB conference November 16-17.  He also noted the Board negotiation committee will meet with reps of the DOEA on October 12.

The Board discussed the possible new competitive gym project.  The Board set a Special Meeting date of November 21, at 7:00pm in the HS gym for a meeting where patrons can ask questions about the possible project.

Reps of CTS Group, a design-build contractor, will be at the meeting to present some possible designs of what a new addition would look like.

After the presentation, the Board will invite those with questions to speak.

Superintendent Meyerle noted that the wind farm currently generates approximately $263,000 annually.  The amount could be utilized for a large portion of a payment toward a gym for 5-7 years.  The Special Building Fund would also be utilized for such a project.  The Special Building Fund is a fund for building projects.  It cannot be used to pay staff, purchase supplies, technology, buses etc.

President Stohs noted he had sent the Board a updated copy of the school districts valuation which shows the amount of centrally assessed property is in the school district.

President Stohs adjourned the meeting at 8:28 pm.

The next regular meeting is Monday, November 13, 2017 in Odell.