September 16, 2024 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER: Pledge of Allegiance
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2. MEMBERS PRESENT:
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Barsness, T. Reichmann, A. Reichmann, Ogdahl, Lagred, Zavadil, Holtberg |
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3. APPROVE AGENDA: (ACTION) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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Motion by , seconded by , to approve the agenda as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann ____, A. Reichamnn ____, Ogdahl ____, Lagred____, Zavadil ____ Holtberg Motion carried. |
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4. VISITOR'S COMMENTS:
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OPEN FORUM PROCEDURES: 1. The open forum will be held at the beginning of the meeting. 2. Those wishing to speak should sign up and indicate the topic at the beginning of the meeting. 3. A maximum time of 20 minutes will be allowed for the open forum. 4. A basic guide of three people per topic with a maximum of five minutes per person. 5. Those speaking will state their name and address prior to speaking. 6. Statements should be limited to the issues only. 7. Apply the "Golden Rule" during presentations. 8. The board retains the right to respond or not, but may discuss the item. 9. Personal/Personnel issues will not be heard or discussed |
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5. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND HONORS:
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This September, we proudly join the Minnesota School Boards Association in celebrating School Board Recognition Month. Our dedicated school board members embody the theme, "Public School Boards Have Heart," with their unwavering commitment to the success and well-being of every student in our district. These community leaders voluntarily devote countless hours to ensure our schools provide a safe, inclusive, and high-quality education for all. Their passion, hard work, and dedication help shape the future of our students and community. We extend our deepest gratitude to our school board members for their vision, leadership, and heart. Your efforts make a meaningful difference every day! Please join us in thanking our school board members for their outstanding service to our students and community. |
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6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS: (APPENDIX) (ACTION) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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Motion by ___________________, seconded by _____________________, to approve the minutes of the meetings as listed above. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann ____, A. Reichamnn ____, Ogdahl ____, Lagred____, Zavadil ____ Holtberg Motion carried.
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7. SUMMARY OF BILLS:
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Chip Rankin, Superintendent, will present the summary of bills attached to the agenda.
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7.A. CONSIDER AND APPROVE CLAIMS AND ACCOUNTS: (APPENDIX) (ACTION) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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Motion by ____________________, seconded by ______________________, to approve the Claims & Accounts totaling $1,634,799.91. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann ____, A. Reichamnn ____, Ogdahl ____, Lagred____, Zavadil ____ Holtberg Motion carried. |
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8. SUPERINTENDENTS REPORT:
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Superintendent, Chip Rankin, will present his monthly report. |
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8.A. INVESTMENT REPORT:
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Chip Rankin, Superintendent, will present the monthly investment report. The report is attached to the agenda.
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8.B. REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORTS:
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The monthly Revenue and Expenditure Reports are attached to the agenda and will be presented by Superintendent, Chip Rankin.
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9. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 09162024 ACCEPTING DONATIONS TO THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: (APPENDIX) (ACTION) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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Motion by _____________________, seconded by _________________, to approve Resolution No. 09162024 accepting the donations to the school district. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann ____, A. Reichamnn ____, Ogdahl ____, Lagred____, Zavadil ____ Holtberg Motion carried.
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10. CONSENT CALENDAR: (ACTION)
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Motion by ___________________, seconded by __________________, to approve the consent calendar as listed above. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, Zavadil ____, T. Reichmann ____, Holtberg____, A. Reichmann ____ Lagred____,Ogdahl ____ Motion carried. |
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10.A. New Hires:
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10.B. Change of Status:
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10.C. Resignations:
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10.D. The following certified staff lane changes are presented for school board review and approval:
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11. PROPOSED 2024 PAYABLE 2025 LEVY LIMITATION CERTIFICATION PROCESS: (ACTION) (APPENDIX) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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Certification of Proposed 2024 (Payable 2025) Levy Each school district is required to certify the proposed 2024, payable 2025, property tax levy to the county auditor and to the Department of Education by October 1, 2024. The proposed property tax levy is the school district’s proposed property tax levy for all purposes, including debt service. The law provides that the school district may certify the proposed levy as: a. A specific dollar amount, or b. An amount equal to the maximum levy limitation certified by the Commissioner of Education to the county auditor, according to Minn. Stat. 126C.48, Subd 1. Superintendent Rankin will make a brief presentation and answer board members' questions regarding the proposed levy and the levy process. Following the presentation, the following motion is recommended: Motion by , seconded by , to certify the 2024, payable 2025, proposed levy to the Pope County Auditor, in an amount equal to the maximum levy limitation certified by the Commissioner of Education to the County Auditor, according to Minn. Stat. 126C.48, Subd. 1." ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann____, A. Reichmann ____, Ogdahl____, Lagred ____ Zavadil____ Holtberg ____Motion carried.
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12. CONSIDER THE REQUEST TO AMEND THE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED 2024-2025 SCHOOL CALENDAR ADUSTING DAYS: (APPENDIX) (ACTION) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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Chip Rankin
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The MAS School Board initially adopted the 2024-2025 school calendar on January 22, 2024, prior to the LETRS training requirements. The administration is now requesting to modify the calendar for LETRS training on the following dates: Monday, Dec. 9 Friday, Jan. 31 Reasons: One training day in each semester. Avoiding dates near holidays or extended breaks to minimize staff absences. On these days, K-6 will have no school, and 7-12 will participate in distance learning. The exhibit accompanying this agenda item will be referenced in the presentation. Following the presentation and school board discussion, the administration recommends a motion approving the revised calendar. Motion by ___________________, seconded by _____________________, to approve the minutes of the meetings as listed above. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann ____, A. Reichamnn ____, Ogdahl ____, Lagred____, Zavadil ____ Holtberg Motion carried.
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13. REQUEST TO CONSIDER SCHEDULING A SPECIAL BOARD MEETING DATE & TIME TO CANVASS NOVEMBER 5, 2024, ELECTION RESULTS ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14 AT 7:30 AM IN MAS DISTRICT OFFICE BOARD ROOM: (ACTION) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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The MAS school board needs to schedule a special school board meeting to canvass for the results of the general election scheduled to be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Pope County officials have requested that the school board set a special meeting for November 14 or November 15, 2024. Most counties appreciate school boards scheduling the special meeting on one of the latter dates after the election so ample time is available for them to count ballots. Board action is requested to schedule the special meeting to canvass election results for Thursday, November 14, at 7:30 am in the MAS boardroom. Motion by _____________________, seconded by _________________, to set November , 2024 at am/pm to Canvass School Board election and Special Election Results. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann ____, A. Reichmann ____, Ogdahl____, Lagred ____Zavadil Holtberg Motion carried. |
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14. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF ANNUAL ASSURANCE OF COMPLIANCE STATEMENT: (APPENDIX) (ACTION) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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School Board approval of the Annual Assurance of Compliance statement is requested. This request for approval should be an annual board action acknowledging the school district is in compliance with all federal mandates, which are required for all federal program entitlements and programming. Following school board questions, a motion approving the compliance statement is appropriate. Motion by ____________________, seconded by ______________________, to approve the Assurance of Compliance Statement. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann ____, A. Reichmann ____, Ogdahl____, Lagred ____Zavadil Holtberg Motion carried.
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15. RECEIVE SPARK 27 CREATIVE PRESENTATION AND REVIEW CONTRACT OPTIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 25:
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Katie Elenberger
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Katie Elenberger, Spark 27 Founder and Creative Brand Strategist, will attend to provide the school board with a review of projects completed in the first quarter. Katie will also present the second-quarter contract proposals. Motion by ___________________, seconded by _____________________, to approve the fiscal year 25 second quarter contract with Spark27. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, T. Reichmann ____, A. Reichamnn ____, Ogdahl ____, Lagred____, Zavadil ____ Holtberg Motion carried.
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16. OTHER:
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17. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
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18. ADJOURN: (ACTION) (ROLL CALL VOTE)
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Motion by _____________________, seconded by ______________________, to adjourn the Regular Meeting at _________ p.m. Motion carried. ROLL CALL VOTE: Barsness _____, Zavadil ____, T. Reichmann ____, Holtberg____, A. Reichmann ____,Lagred ____ Ogdahl ____Motion carried. |
